Elmer Outlaw

Because You Care: a Manuel for Departing Life Elmer Outlaw

Publisher Marketing: Most people spend more time planning their vacation than planning what will happen when they die. As sure as we were born, we will die. We have a lifetime to prepare for our death, but most never get around to it. The reasoning is simple, dying is a 'taboo' subject, and we either don't want to deal with it or never get around to it. We make excuses. Excuses fool no one except the person who made them. If you don't make preparations for your death, you will leave it to the loved ones you left behind. They will be in a period of pain, grief and confusion and will have to make decisions about your funeral, your estate and their future. This is the worst time to be making decisions. You can choose to make those decisions now and make their life a little easier. No more excuses. I have included some ideas on a bucket list. Many people have a bucket list of things to do before they die. My suggestions include things that will make your passing easier for those left behind. Most people have not thought about the things that will make it easier for their loved ones when the time comes. I assume you are 'most' people because you are reading this. I will try to guide you through the steps in being prepared to depart life and making it easier for those left behind. This is intended to be a short book and serve as a guideline for planning for your (or your loved one's) death. I have tried to lighten up the subject by adding a few stories (some with a bit of humor) throughout this book. This book does not cover and discuss all aspects of the subject. Customs vary greatly from section to section of the country. Laws are different in each state. Religious preferences are different. This is just a starting point but I will help you through each phase with the check sheet provided.