Saturday, March 31, 2012

Thank you for checking out The Great Undertaking! This is going to be an exciting journey -- and I look forward to sharing it with all of you.

My husband and I started SIMPLICITY Lowcountry Cremation & Burial Services in Charleston, South Carolina as an alternative to the "traditional" funeral home. A little less than a month in to business ownership - we are learning a lot about the funeral industry, our selves and our marriage.

I grew up in the funeral industry. My grandfather, father and uncle were all funeral directors. My father passed away when I was a baby -- but I imagine he is getting a good chuckle now -- watching his daughter marry a fellow funeral director -- and start a life in the death care business.

My husband has been a funeral director for over 15 years. People often ask "how did you get into that line of work"?? My answer: its a calling. You must have a heart for the hurting, the patience of Job and the ability to find joy in LIFE, while serving families who are dealing with death. My husband was truly called to serve as a funeral director. He is calm, fluid and easygoing in any situation. He puts families at ease and takes everything in stride. I, on the other hand, am better at life than I am at death. But, that's what makes this journey interesting......