News – Pachamama Tributes

How to Write a Farewell Letter to Accompany Ashes

Saying goodbye to someone you love is one of the hardest things in life. Words often fail us in moments of grief—yet sometimes, putting pen to paper helps us connect...

Can You Scatter Ashes at the Beach? U.S. Laws & Ceremony Ideas

A beach can be one of the most peaceful places to gather with family and friends to honor a loved one. The shoreline offers space for reflection, while the ocean...

Scattering Ashes in Lakes and Rivers: What Families Need to Know

When families imagine a farewell in nature, many picture calm water close to home—a quiet lake, a flowing river, or a peaceful bay. These places hold memories of fishing trips,...

Which Cruise Lines Allow Biodegradable Urns for a Farewell at Sea?

When a family chooses a cruise to say goodbye, it’s often because the ocean held a special place in their loved one’s heart. A calm farewell surrounded by water and...

Sharing Ashes Among Loved Ones: Gentle Ways to Honor Together

When a loved one passes, one of the first questions families often ask is: “Can we share the ashes, so each of us can hold a part of them close?”...

Traveling with Ashes: A Gentle TSA Guide for Families

Many families reach out with the same quiet worry: “How do I bring my loved one’s ashes on a plane?” The thought of something going wrong at the airport can...

Personalizing a Biodegradable Urn Ceremony: Ideas for a Meaningful Farewell

Saying goodbye to a loved one is never easy. A biodegradable urn ceremony—whether on the water or on land—offers a calm, natural way to honor their memory. While there are...

Best Biodegradable Urns for Sea Scattering Ceremonies: What Families Should Know

When families ask me about the “best urn” for a sea scattering, what they really want is peace of mind: something that works beautifully, honors the ocean, and makes a...

How Long Do Biodegradable Urns Float?

When families ask us “How long will the urn float?” we hear the tenderness behind the question. The answer is: just long enough for a breath, a blessing, and a...

Can You Take a Biodegradable Urn on a Plane? TSA Rules Explained

Flying With Cremated Remains: What Families Need to Know When families ask me, “Can I bring the urn with me on a plane?” I hear the worry behind the question....

Burial at Sea: Biodegradable Urn Rules & EPA Guide (U.S.)

Saying Goodbye at Sea with a Biodegradable Urn When a family tells me, “They loved the water—can we say goodbye at sea?” I feel the tenderness in that question.The good...

Writing the Words: Short Readings and Blessings for a Gentle Goodbye

When the moment finally arrives, many of us whisper the same question: what do I say at a memorial? Hands are full—of a biodegradable urn, of petals, of feeling—and words...