Celebrations of Life Podcast: Recent Episodes
Victoria Medina
It is hard to talk about death. Victoria Medina, Off-Broadway writer, producer, and director and best selling author shares how she combined her theater production and caregiving skills to celebrate the lives of those closest to her, from family to friends. Whether you just lost someone or preparing for someone close, or just taking care of yourself and want to learn more about celebrating the lives of those you love and invigorating your own life, this is the podcast for you. Remember to visit Aquamarineevents.com and download the checklist that will assist you with planning. Please email me at info@aquamarineevents.com with all of your questions and comments.
Today is a very special episode because today I will be speaking with my friend and funeral director Christopher Tombline, Executive Manager of Gutterman Funeral Homes. Christopher Tombline has been a NY State Licensed Funeral Director for over thirty...
In episode 19, I mentioned that I would discuss what the word Transition means, and today I will discuss what I mean by a transition in this episode. I will also continue the conversation about creating beautiful memories as well as the importance of...
This week we will continue to focus on enjoying life, grieving, and end-of-life planning. Most importantly the best investment you can make for your life.Please visit Aquamarineevents.com and download the checklist that will assist you with planning a...
I have been speaking about honoring those you love, but this week I want to focus on celebrating your life. Your life today, your moment today.Grieving is one of the hardest emotions you will ever have to deal with, it will hit you like a ton of bricks...
The longer the pandemic continues, the harder it is to honor those we love in the traditions we hold dear. And in such times of uncertainty, many of us are looking for other ways to honor those we love.As time has proven, this pandemic isn’t going...
Speaking about death is hard. No-one wants to talk about death, but there has been no other year that I can imagine where it is everywhere. Even when in my own personal experience, I still never experienced what we are all experiencing today with...
I love, love, love, love music!! Today is all about asking that simple question, what were their favorite music and the wonderful, magical and joyous ways you can incorporate music into your memorial service.Remember to visit Aquamarineevents.com and...
Today is part three, the final segment of our special interview with Anthony Fedorov and AJ Rafael.In part 3 we talk about memories – How those final memories are the most powerful, memories from our time together and making new memories…I do hope you...
Today is part two of our special episode with Anthony Fedorov and AJ Rafael.In part 2 we we discuss the importance of talking about how we feel after we lose someone we love, moving forward, and how to always keep those we love close, and of course...
Today is a very special episode because today I will be speaking with two very generous and talented guests. Anthony Fedorov and AJ Rafael.You have probably met these two artistic souls, Anthony Fedorov is currently writing the musical Hashtag America...
Thank you for joining today, this week we will talk about how to write a eulogy. Writing a eulogy is all about telling the journey of the person you are paying tribute to and telling it will love.Remember to visit Aquamarineevents.com and download the...
Today is the 3rd and final part of How to Create a Memorial Service for your Child. This is the first part in honoring this very sensitive subject. Losing anyone is difficult. A parent losing a child is, for most of us incomprehensible. What is...
Today is about How to Create a Memorial Service for your Child. This is the first part in honoring this very sensitive subject. Losing anyone is difficult. A parent losing a child is, for most of us incomprehensible. What is important is how we can...
Today is about How to Create a Memorial Service for your Child. This is the first part in honoring this very sensitive subject. Losing anyone is difficult. A parent losing a child is, for most of us incomprehensible. What is important is how we can...
Today is about your first birthday celebration without them there. How can you enjoy the day and have them with you? How can you plan for the time when your loved ones will be celebrating their first birthday without you? How do you celebrate our...
Today is about communication. Communicating your thoughts before it is too late. I will also discuss the importance of communication when planning your memorial service and another step in taking care of yourself. Remember to visit...
Today is about you taking your time before you make a decision, especially a major decision. I will also discuss the next step in planning your memorial service, their clothes and we will end with you finding those pockets and avenues to celebrate your...
Today we will talk about including family and friends when planning a memorial service. You do not have to work or be alone. Family and friends can help with planning and taking on a specific task. Also, begin to think of the family and friends you...
The first month after their passing, the first holiday, the first birthday. The unexpected firsts. How do you prepare yourself for them?
When you are grieving it will sometimes come in waves. One minute you are fine and the next, just sad. What can you when this happens? What are some tools and suggestions that will help you when you are grieving? Victoria Medina shares her own...
Today we think about the venue. The place that the second you walk in you say, yes they would have liked this space.
Where do you begin to plan a memorial service for someone you love or for yourself? You begin, with memories, reflection, and organization. There are simple questions that everyone forgets and the answer to this question will bring up many special...
Where do you begin to plan a memorial service for someone you love or for yourself? You begin, with the memories, reflection and organization. There are simple questions that everyone forgets and if you ask this one simple question, as your first...
Over the past ten years, I have taken my skills as an Off-Broadway writer, producer, and director to create very special and meaningful funeral services, memorial services, eulogies, and more for my family and friends. The experience has had a profound...