We are born in this world surrounded by our loved ones. Sometimes we are overwhelmed with the pleasure they bring us. They have always been there for us.

Grandparents are people that we cherish all through the short time we know them. If you have grown up in a fast-pased city where everything moves quickly and every one runs a busy life, spending time with grandparents will help slow you down. You will remember the smell of a Grandmother's lavender hand cream, remember the look of her silver hair and perhaps remember her voice too. Did she sing lullabies too you? Did your Grandparents tell you amazing stories about their youth? Maybe there are even some delicious foods they used to prepare for you. Wonderful memories like this are ones to be cherished. Ones that we will want to show an in loving memory tribute for. Show how you looked up to that person. Admired their beauty and how they have overcome trials in their lives.

However, sometimes we miss showing our appreciation to people we love while they are still alive. Even whilst they show and express their unmeasureable love for us. It may be unconscious or intentional, but at times we miss recognizing their worth and affirming our love. We think that they will always be there for us. We may be dependent upon the person. However, in this world there is no permanency. The people we most love will leave us just like all of us will go as time passes.

When a loved one passes, this is the time we realize their worth in our life, perhaps with regret for not being more appreciative. It is really true that sometimes we’re not able to realize a loved ones value until it’s too late. We suddenly realize that we love them so much. In loving memory tributes are a way to show to the world how much we loved the person. It is a way of displaying our feelings and also respect for the person who has passed.

Some ways to bring in loving memory tributes to a loved one or friend are as follows:

Newspaper Ad

Take out a newspaper ad in the classified section. Most newspapers have an "In Loving Memory" section or "Obituary" category. Find out how many words you are allowed for the ad space and begin jotting notes down. Begin with the person's full name, birth date and date of passing. Mention the loved ones and family who are left behind. Talk a bit about where they were born and raised, what they did for a living and what they most enjoyed about life. If desired, you can say what disease or illness took them and also suggest that in loving memory donations can be made to a charitable cause close in lieu of flowers.

Flowers

Flowers, in loving memory, are a beautiful tribute to a lost loved one. Flowers can be displayed at wakes and funerals and are also a nice gift to give to the closest family member. All florists sell in loving memory type bouquets. You also will get a small card to go with your arrangement. Often the cards will already say, "In Loving Memory," or "You are Missed," or another similar phrase. Some things you can add to the card are your name, a little note about how much you miss the person or an inspirational saying or Bible verse.

Greeting Card

Purchase a sympathy card from a card shop to give to the closes family member. If desired, you can also address the card to your loved one directly. Write in it how much you miss and love the person and then pour out your heart about all your regrets. It will give you peace. Have the card go in the coffin to be buried with the person. If this is not possible, then seal your card in an envelope and burn it or toss it into the ocean. Sometimes an act of this type will help you resolve your regret and is one of the best ways to show in loving memory at the same time as it can be a healing for you.

As we look back and sift thru the cobwebs of our past, we hold onto precious memories of the people that we have shared our love with. These memories will lie in the crevices of our hearts. Memories that will always be playing over and over just like a song. But as the days pass by and our grief heals, the memories slowly become not as crisp. We try to hold onto them tighter as they slip from the palms of our hands.

Admiration and respect for a loved one is not always a guarantee that you will hold onto the memories of that person after they pass. It is also a sad truth that the admiration and love you have for someone will no longer reach them now that they are beyond the grave. The most important thing is to show in loving memory tributes to people while they re still alive. Tell them how much you love and adore them. Don't lose the chance you may still have to tell them your hidden emotions and appreciation.

As you walk down the path of your own life, dealing with your own trials and successes, ponder…think about what good qualities of your loved one you can try to emulate. Take age with grace. Have the strength to face and handle life’s challenges as welcoming as they did. They are no longer here to mentor you, but in loving memory, you can continue to live a good life with confidence and your head held high in the hope that even beyond the grave, your loved one would be proud of you.