A NOTE FOR PARENTS, TEACHERS
AND OTHER CARING ADULTS
As with many things in life, not talking about death can just make it bigger
and scarier. By looking at death in terms of both the natural world and human
culture, introducing readers to some modern terms and concepts, and speaking
about the experience of grief and loss, I have tried to open the door, if only just a
crack, to a healthy and thoughtful discussion about this great mystery.
Chapter Five: Farewell, Adieu
52
Washing and dressing
53
Prayers and parties
54
Processions
57
Ceremonies
60
Mourning
61
Colors
64
Chapter Six: Healing after Loss
66
Grief is a process
68
The 8 of grief
69
Just get over it?
70
Time: The great healer?
71
When someone dies by suicide
72
When pets die
73
When you are grieving
74
When someone else is grieving
74
Festivals
76
Conclusion
78
Acknowledgments
80
Resources
82
Glossary
83
Index
86
