Here's the video we talked about in class that shows the process of cremating a body. There is a scene or two where it shows the actual ashes of the bodies being cremated, so it gets graphic at times.
Thanks Aubrey for giving us the link. I am actually really surprised by the video. I did not realize that they placed you in a box first, I thought you kind of pushed in on a metal table. I was also not aware of how well the bones and skull break down during cremation. It gives me a knew perspective on what I want to do after I die. In the end, I want what is best for the environment and my family. Also, I couldn't help but think that a crematory could be a very dangerous place to work. Thanks again for the link
Brent, just like you I also didn't realize that they placed you in a box first before putting you into the fire. I thought that you were either slid into the fire by being placed on a metal table or just gently tossed in. Also, after watching this video it has made me wonder on if I want to be cremated or not. Overall, this video was very interesting and am glad that Aubrey decided to share it with us.
Well, this video was definitely different from any I have ever seen before...One thing that actually surprised me was the fact that all the bodies are wrapped up neatly in plastic before being incinerated. I wonder what goes through the workers minds as they move around the burning bodies, crushing and blending their bones and skulls? In the end, the video was definitely enlightening and I am happy to now understand how this process takes place. I can't say that this has really made me rethink what I want done with my body when I am dead though. For years now, I have planned on donating my body to science (provided that is a possibility). Why not give more people the ability to learn and grow rather that filling a hole in the ground or in a mausoleum?
It would be an interesting question for the employees of Spring Grove to see how they feel about the whole cremation process. You mentioned donating your body to science after death. I was curious if you have any idea about what happens to the body once they've been used whether that's in research or teaching. Would it be a burial or cremation?
The video was interesting, the cremation process is different then I thought it would be. I am glad I was able to learn of this video and this class in looking at another way I would want myself to be buried. I have never thought about how I wanted to be buried but learning about cremation and the process I can now consider it an option.
This video was definitely enlightening. I also read that the temperature during cremation reaches a mind blowing 1,500 degrees! I found this very interesting and astonishing. I also found out the process takes around 2 hours, which surprised me given that the temperatures reach so high. I have considered cremation as an option whenever I die, and this video helped me to understand the process better.
Craig, I also wonder what these people think when they preform cremations. I believe it takes a very special kind of person to be able to do this. I know that I would not be able to so this job. Perhaps they figure that the people being cremated are now at peace and rest. Maybe they figure that they are just fulfilling these people's last wishes and are glad that they can help this person and his or her family, even after his or her death.
The link I want to share is actually a pre-funeral practice. This video is about the embalming process. The demeanor of the woman performing the procedure is very interesting. Also, her co-worker has an interesting outlook on the dead.
I think it was a great idea sharing this video. It is interesting to see what the embalming practice does and to see how the people doing the process react to it. It is also great to hear the outlook that someone from someone that is dealing with the dead. It gives us insight on how people in that field really do think and how they are able to deal with it.
Here's the video we talked about in class that shows the process of cremating a body. There is a scene or two where it shows the actual ashes of the bodies being cremated, so it gets graphic at times.
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Thanks Aubrey for giving us the link. I am actually really surprised by the video. I did not realize that they placed you in a box first, I thought you kind of pushed in on a metal table. I was also not aware of how well the bones and skull break down during cremation. It gives me a knew perspective on what I want to do after I die. In the end, I want what is best for the environment and my family. Also, I couldn't help but think that a crematory could be a very dangerous place to work. Thanks again for the link
ReplyDeleteBrent, just like you I also didn't realize that they placed you in a box first before putting you into the fire. I thought that you were either slid into the fire by being placed on a metal table or just gently tossed in. Also, after watching this video it has made me wonder on if I want to be cremated or not. Overall, this video was very interesting and am glad that Aubrey decided to share it with us.
DeleteWell, this video was definitely different from any I have ever seen before...One thing that actually surprised me was the fact that all the bodies are wrapped up neatly in plastic before being incinerated. I wonder what goes through the workers minds as they move around the burning bodies, crushing and blending their bones and skulls? In the end, the video was definitely enlightening and I am happy to now understand how this process takes place. I can't say that this has really made me rethink what I want done with my body when I am dead though. For years now, I have planned on donating my body to science (provided that is a possibility). Why not give more people the ability to learn and grow rather that filling a hole in the ground or in a mausoleum?
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DeleteIt would be an interesting question for the employees of Spring Grove to see how they feel about the whole cremation process. You mentioned donating your body to science after death. I was curious if you have any idea about what happens to the body once they've been used whether that's in research or teaching. Would it be a burial or cremation?
The video was interesting, the cremation process is different then I thought it would be. I am glad I was able to learn of this video and this class in looking at another way I would want myself to be buried. I have never thought about how I wanted to be buried but learning about cremation and the process I can now consider it an option.
ReplyDeleteThis video was definitely enlightening. I also read that the temperature during cremation reaches a mind blowing 1,500 degrees! I found this very interesting and astonishing. I also found out the process takes around 2 hours, which surprised me given that the temperatures reach so high. I have considered cremation as an option whenever I die, and this video helped me to understand the process better.
ReplyDeleteCraig, I also wonder what these people think when they preform cremations. I believe it takes a very special kind of person to be able to do this. I know that I would not be able to so this job. Perhaps they figure that the people being cremated are now at peace and rest. Maybe they figure that they are just fulfilling these people's last wishes and are glad that they can help this person and his or her family, even after his or her death.
The link I want to share is actually a pre-funeral practice. This video is about the embalming process. The demeanor of the woman performing the procedure is very interesting. Also, her co-worker has an interesting outlook on the dead.
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I think it was a great idea sharing this video. It is interesting to see what the embalming practice does and to see how the people doing the process react to it. It is also great to hear the outlook that someone from someone that is dealing with the dead. It gives us insight on how people in that field really do think and how they are able to deal with it.
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