Tips forMeaningful Last Words Attorney Craig Hersch Helps You Connect With Your Loved Ones After You Pass
What do you want your final words to your loved ones to be? In his 2021 “Sanibel Island Sun” newspaper article, “9 Tips for Meaningful Last Words,” attorney Craig Hersch suggests you think about this now. You can read the full version of Craig’s column — with all nine tips included — at FloridaEstatePlanning.com. Too often, we don’t share our true emotions with those closest to us. How great would it be if we shared all of those thoughts? So, I propose that you do just that. Write a letter or record a message and tell your loved ones how much they meant to you. Then securely store that document or video, like on our new portal, to be opened concurrently with your will. I thought that I’d suggest a few basic thoughts for those who might not be as comfortable putting words on paper or speaking them aloud.
1. Keep It Positive: When you are composing communication that you don’t intend for a loved one to receive until after you have departed this earth, it’s a good idea to keep it positive. But do be sincere. Don’t heap praise where praise really isn’t believable. 2. Tell Them Why: Don’t be shy telling your loved ones the “whys.” Why are you so in love? Why are you so proud? Why do you smile when you think about them? 3. Wind It Up: Make sure that you leave them with a warm statement. I saw one letter where a father told each of his children that he wanted them to know that he believed in an afterlife, and although his children may no longer be able to touch him or hear him, they could talk to him and he would be there to listen. He told them that he trusted their judgment, and he hoped that they would live the rest of their life with confidence that everything happens for a reason. It
struck me as a powerful confirmation of his love, devotion, and admiration. I hope this provides the start of an outline if you should feel this is important to do for your loved ones. I’m working on a video for my wife and for each of my children, which I intend to update as the years go by. I’m hopeful that these memories will mean more to them than anything material thing I leave behind.
Easy Tuna Poke Bowl
Inspired by TheKitchn.com
This protein-packed recipe is the perfect dinner for two on a hot summer night when you don’t want to turn on the oven.
INGREDIENTS:
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2 tsp soy sauce 1 tsp sesame oil 2 tbsp orange juice
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1 scallion, finely chopped 1 cup rice, cooked and cooled
1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and minced 10 oz canned tuna, drained 2 tbsp cilantro leaves, chopped
1/4 cup avocado, cubed
4 cherry tomatoes, quartered
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1 tbsp sesame seeds
DIRECTIONS: 1. First, make the dressing. In a jar, add soy sauce, sesame oil, orange juice, and ginger. Secure the lid and shake until emulsified. 2. In a small bowl, empty the drained tuna and pour the dressing over top. Add the cilantro and scallions and stir until well coated. 3. Divide rice between two serving bowls. Top with the dressed tuna, avocado, tomatoes, and sesame seeds.
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