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🌿 Important Announcement Regarding Altona Memorial Park 🌿 Dear LinkedIn Community, I wanted to take a moment to address recent events concerning the theft of memorial plaques at Altona Memorial Park, managed by The Greater Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust. While we acknowledge the immediate concern surrounding these incidents, it's essential to recognise the broader implications at play. The removal of memorials from a cemetery or any landscape is a multifaceted issue with profound implications for our cultural, social, environmental, and political landscapes. From a human geography perspective, this removal touches upon various critical aspects: 🏛 Cultural Impact: Memorials serve as poignant symbols, reflecting the beliefs and values of those they commemorate. Their removal can disrupt the continuity of cultural narratives and historical significance. 🤝 Social Dynamics: Cemeteries are sacred spaces for communal remembrance and reflection. Alterations to the landscape can significantly impact social interactions and ignite tensions among diverse groups. 🌍 Environmental Concerns: It's important to consider the environmental footprint associated with memorial production, including resource extraction and the potential for habitat destruction, resource depletion and modern slavery. 💪 Power and Representation: Decisions surrounding memorialisation are inherently linked to power dynamics, often raising questions of equitable representation and social justice. As professionals, there's an opportunity for us to engage in deeper reflection and dialogue on these complex issues. Let's come together to explore themes of grief, loss, and memorialisation, while considering the diverse perspectives and stakeholders involved. Your understanding and support are deeply appreciated as we navigate these challenges together. #Memorialisation #CemeteryCulture #CulturalLandscape #SocialReflection #EnvironmentalAwareness #CommunityDialogue #GriefJourney #RememberingTogether #CemeteryManagement #HeritagePreservation Image Credit: Altona Park, The Greater Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust

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Enjoyed this post, especially the link to the campus tree walk by the SUNY New Paltz Tree Committee! The guide provides information on the benefits of campus trees, such as providing shade, habitat for wildlife, and mitigating climate change by absorbing carbon emissions. It includes instructions on how to identify different tree species based on leaf characteristics and provides a map with 25 labeled trees along the walking route. Each tree is described with details about its features, uses, and ecological significance. PDF: https://lnkd.in/etMpQq_6

Good Tuesday morning to you! Did you know that Memorial Day was originally called Decoration Day? Being prior military, Memorial Day is always a day of deeper respect and understanding of the “Ultimate Sacrifice” that many paid, so I have the freedom to do many things; like express myself in these emails and posts on social media. Even though I don’t want to minimize my service, or any other person who served; those that lost their lives and their family members are whom we must really remember. From the bottom of my heart, I want to send out a sincere, “Thank You” to all that have served, and a special note of admiration and respect for those who have fallen while protecting our freedoms. The Report makes a connection to the Fed’s reluctance to cut rates to the cost of wood products. I really find humor in this because they are just now writing about it. It’s as if they have been trying to avoid it, but there is nothing else they can say, or excuses they can come up with as to why our industry has been sliding. I say this frequently, because I think we can get lost in the fact that we live in a very niche market, much the Northern VA area, and we have not been impacted like most of country has. Here are some staggering stats: Half of U.S. households are unable to afford home exceeding $250k 77% cannot afford the median priced SFH at $495,750 with a rate of 6.5% Remodeling spending is expected to decline another 7% in Q4 2024 Repair and Remodeling make up 40% of the softwood lumber demand Existing home sales down 1.9% in April Median price up 5.7% from April 2023 Inventory up 9% from a month ago Building permits for privately owned homes down 3% for April 2% below this time last year The silver lining in all of this, is that lumber prices should remain pretty stable due to the fact that many cannot afford to build or remodel. Market makers will be reluctant to upset the apple cart any more than our great administration already has. The Numbers FLC up +$4/mbf to $382 from $378/mbf SPC up +$6/msf to $587 from $581/msf 30yr down to 6.94% from 7.02% Average Diesel is down from $3.85 to $3.79/gal Housekeeping When awarded a project, please inform us AQAP so we can set up a specific job account for that project. This assists you in better managing your billing, and allows us to differentiate which PMs/Supers get delivery notifications. Product Knowledge https://lnkd.in/efBCNVhJ #MMMU #bucklumber #memorialday #commodities #newcostruction #remodeling #rates #thefed #decorationday #housingmarket #fiberon #cladding

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✨ A historic moment: Notre-Dame de Paris reopens! After years of meticulous restoration following the devastating 2019 fire, the iconic Notre-Dame Cathedral will reopen its doors - a powerful reminder of the value of preserving our cultural heritage and the importance of fire safety in protecting it for future generations. For more information: https://lnkd.in/eF3N7f98 As part of European Fire Safety Week 2024, we hosted a webinar on fire safety for cultural heritage, where experts discussed how we can better safeguard Europe’s landmarks. Missed it? Watch the replay here: https://lnkd.in/eZmymn9T A key takeaway from the webinar was the essential role of the European Union in strengthening fire safety efforts. By providing harmonized guidelines, supporting research funding, and fostering collaboration across Member States, the EU can complement national initiatives and drive coordinated action to protect our shared heritage. #NotreDame #CulturalHeritage #FireSafety #KeepEUfiresafe #EuropeanFireSafetyWeek

🌟 Introducing Eternal Light Cremations 🌟 Today marks a special moment as I introduce Eternal Light Cremations, a family-owned, Irish-operated business dedicated to providing compassionate, eco-friendly, and personalized end-of-life services. At Eternal Light Cremations, we understand the importance of planning ahead—not just to ease financial and emotional burdens, but to leave a legacy of care and thoughtfulness for the people you love most. Our prepaid cremation plans are designed to offer peace of mind and flexibility, ensuring that every detail is handled with dignity and respect when the time comes. What sets us apart? 🔸 Eco-Friendly Practices: We are proud to offer sustainable options, such as biodegradable urns and water cremation. 🔸 Luxury Memorial Offerings: From Spirit Pieces crafted in Texas to Soul Trees in Australia, and our exclusive partnership with Ireland’s Coffin Kings, we provide unique ways to celebrate life and create lasting tributes. 🔸 A Family-Centric Approach: We know how important it is to feel supported during difficult times. That’s why we emphasize care, compassion, and accessibility in everything we do. Planning for the future is an act of love, and I’m excited to share this journey with you. ✨ Visit our website https://lnkd.in/eNmXG3F4 to explore our plans and offerings. ✨ Follow us here for updates, resources, and insights. I’d love to hear your thoughts or answer any questions you might have. Let’s start a conversation about how we can bring peace of mind and meaningful support to families across Ireland and beyond. #EternalLightCremations #IrishOwned #PrepaidCremationPlans #EcoFriendlyCremation #CompassionAndCare

The Fort Myers Cemetery is a significant historical site that tells the story of the community's past. Established in the late 1800s, it serves as the final resting place for many people and notable figures. As many other heritage sites in our region, this cemetery was also impacted by hurricane Ian and other storms. • Established: The cemetery was established in 1884, marking over a century of history. • Notable Burials: Many prominent local figures, including veterans from the Civil War, World War I, and World War II, are buried here. • Historic Sections: The cemetery is divided into several sections, each representing different eras and aspects of Fort Myers' history. • Cultural Significance: It reflects the diverse cultural heritage of the area, with graves belonging to various religious and ethnic communities. 💡 Why Visit? • Educational Value: A walk through the cemetery offers a unique opportunity to learn about the city's history and the lives of its early inhabitants. • Architectural Interest: The headstones and monuments provide insight into the artistic and architectural styles of different periods. • Peaceful Reflection: It's a serene place for reflection and appreciation of the past. 📢Join us in learning more about the cemetery and how to care for it this Friday, May 31st at 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm. Then we will have a reception at Remedies Parlor starting at 5:00 pm where we will continue the conversation about caring for historic cemeteries. FREE EVENT - Registration required (https://buff.ly/3yEnbKp...) 📍 Cemetery Demo: 3200 Michigan Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33916 (from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm) 📍 Reception at Remedies Parlor: 2541 Thompson St, Fort Myers, FL 33901 (5:00 pm to 8:00 pm) • • @Florida Trust for Historic Preservation, Inc. | Remedies Parlor | Breanne Busch Simpson #fpan #fpansouthwest #historiccemeteries #swflhistory #graves #historyhappyhour #FortMyersCemetery #HistoricalSites #FortMyersHistory #ExploreLocalHistory