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What Would Happen if the Internet was Censored? The good news is that SOPA has been pulled for the time being. The bad news is that Congress can try to push bills through anytime that will harm the Internet and its users. For now we have success. Let's stay vigilant! Sincerely, Minda 'Why SOPA is Dangerous' by Chris Heald Google: End Piracy, Not Liberty - Sign the Petition Do you have an eReader? "Cemetery Walk" is now available for Kindle, Kobo and Nook. The Kindle and Kobo price is only $7.69, and Nook has it for $8.19. Get your copy today, and I'll electronically sign it for you! LOL Kindle Kobo Nook Gravestone photography from across America is sought for a new book sponsored by TheCemeteryClub.com. "American Tombstone" will feature gravestones and monuments dating back to the fledgling days of our country. A variety of gravestones are desired--the more unique, the better. The book will contain color photography and be available for purchase in late 2012. Submissions will be accepted starting Jan. 1. Interested photographers may send their high-quality images (300dpi, 8x10 inches) to: minda.epitaphsmag@gmail.com Translating Tombstones Translating Tombstones - ebook Life in Parts: An interpretation from the cemetery Life in Parts: An interpretation from the cemetery - ebook Cemetery Journal Cemetery Journal - ebook Genevieve's Ghost Journal - ebook Epitaphs Magazine #5 - b/w version Epitaphs Magazine #5 - b/w version - ebook Epitaphs Magazine #6 (color version) Epitaphs Magazine #6 (color version) - ebook Epitaphs Magazine #7 (color version) Epitaphs Magazine #7 (color version) - ebook Epitaphs Magazine #8 (color version) Epitaphs Magazine #8 Fall/Winter 2008 - ebook 
If you spend your free time in cemeteries, you’re probably a taphophile (someone with a passion for cemeteries). And if you’re a taphophile, the odds are good that you enjoy researching them. From genealogists to historical researchers, this journal will help you keep track of all your cemetery information, grave by grave and cemetery by cemetery. Order your copy of this handy tool for your cemetery research here: Buy 'Cemetery Journal' Cemetery and Funerary News Plaque placed at 19th century cemetery in Va commemorates blacks who were buried there (12/23/11) Rio's Cemetery of New Blacks sheds light on horrors of slave trade (12/23/11) Historic Halifax cemetery gets federal cash for restoration (12/23/11) State to OK human burials at pet cemeteries (12/23/11) Construction workers dig up forgotten cemetery (12/23/11) Early Christianity Church and Cemetery Discovered in Tal Hasaka (12/23/11) Guernsey cemetery plan could see seats replace tombs (12/23/11)  I currently have a limited number of "I Dig Cemeteries" T-shirts (2 in size XL) and tote bags (three). They cost $15 each including shipping. Buy more than one and get a discount. E-mail me for details:
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Would you like to learn how to make gravestone rubbings as well as get a primer on cemetery symbolism? Individual or group sessions are available the fall, spring and summer. Contact Minda for details: minda.epitaphsmag@gmail.com "The Art of Remembrance: Urns" offers insights into the importance of memorialization and the uniqueness of the urns available through In The Light Urns. |
EMO #11, September 2011 In this issue ...  TheCemeteryClub is on Facebook
 How to be Safe in the Cemetery - by Loren Rhoads
Unique Gravesites - by Pat Long Videos of Oakdale Memorials Gardens Victorian Day Forget-Me-Not Events  Poetry and Epitaphs - by Kathryn Heim
Interested in contributing to Epitaphs Magazine Online? We want to hear from you! We are currently seeking contributors for: - Articles (on individual cemeteries, general genealogy, historical events or information, etc.) - Photography (include information about the cemeteries and monuments you submit) - Book reviews - Cemetery-themed poetry and artwork Review the current issue online now. Contributions to EMO are provided on a voluntary basis. All content must be created by the submitter. Previously published materials are okay with the information included. Creators retain general copyrights. New issues will be published on a monthly basis. Questions and submissions may be sent to Minda at: minda.epitaphsmag@gmail.com The Whole Death Catalog - by Harold Schechter  Reflection Stones The perfect gift that will last forever. Custom-made granite plaques for any occasion. (When you place your order, tell them TheCemeteryClub.com sent you!) www.ReflectionStone.com  Whether you're speaking at a community event, to a classroom or just want to inspire creativity, the Create-A-Grave coloring page is free for you to use.
Creat-A-Grave coloring page
The symbols carved on tombstones say a lot about the people who once lived and are now buried in our cemeteries. This book explains the meanings behind these symbols. Find out more
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• Grave Symbolism • Genealogy  Featured Blogs • Jeane Trend-Hill Headstone Hunter - FB page Girl of the Graveyard Learn how you can have a Featured blog here February 2012 • Feb. 5 - "Art of the American Gravestone" class through CommUniversity.org. Four Sundays in February. Class location: St. Ambrose University, Davenport, Iowa. March 2012 • March 10 - "Cemeteries as Parks" presentation, Black Hawk Hiking Club, Rock Island, IL • March 16-17 - Cemetery Symbolism and Gravestone Rubbing, Upson County, Georgia (tentative)  |
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Copyright Minda Powers-Douglas 2004-2012
Copyright Minda Powers-Douglas 2004-2012