The Last Hurrah

a living workbook for a happy ending

Mary Ann Burrows

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Natural Narrative Publishing
15 March 2024

Coping with old age; Coping with death & bereavement; Memory improvement & thinking techniques

Let's sit down and start the one chat that life guarantees us, but etiquette often shushes-the Big Goodbye. In the pages of my book, The Last Hurrah, we'll unpack the messiness, the beauty, and the humanity of our final curtain with the same honesty and humor that life, in all its chaos, deserves.

Lately, I've been envisioning my ideal farewell from Earth-a vibrant Hawaiian paddle-out on the ocean off Maui, guests adorned with plumeria leis. Picture a celebration filled with popping caviar, champagne, and live renditions of Cohen and Mitchell songs. It's not just a farewell; it's my 'Last Hurrah, ' a standing ovation for a beautiful life. However, a gentle reminder from my daughter about her seasickness has prompted a thoughtful pause. The sea, as it turns out, isn't for everyone, and so it's back to the drawing board.

The Last Hurrah is more than a planning tool, it's a living workbook, perfectly timed to arrive with the notable shift in cultural is trending toward more open and proactive discussions about death, with audiences of all ages are seeking information and guidance on how to embrace this final stage of life with awareness and celebration.

This book has a dual purpose as a means to record vital details for those we leave behind, and also acts as an interactive journal, an exuberant declaration, urging readers to acknowledge and honor their life's complete story, to exult in their individual tales, and to navigate the final stages of life with purpose and elegance. This work goes beyond mere preparation-it's a tribute to existence that captures and elevates the individual paths, fostering a recognition of personal achievements and the wisdom accumulated over a lifetime.

The Last Hurrah challenges readers to charge in planning their final celebration. From the cuisine and entertainment to penning their eulogy, this book offers a creative playful place that suggests unique ways of ash-scattering and encouraging alternative ways of thinking about the usual sombre affair. It's designed to inspire grand visions and unconventional thinking for one's end-of-life event. More than that, this book serves as a conversational gateway for family members to help their aging relatives record their life story, their last wishes, and include farewell letters to the people they love. From the whereabouts of your Will to the fate of your social media accounts, this book covers everything from your preferred final send-off details to the legacy you wish to leave behind, ensuring nothing is overlooked.

By turning our end of life into an occasion for joy and reflection, we are offered an opportunity to claim the authorship of our life by orchestrating the final act, ensuring it is as intentional and impactful as the life we have lived.

By: Mary Ann Burrows
Imprint: Natural Narrative Publishing
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 14mm
Weight: 272g
ISBN: 9781999114206
ISBN 10: 1999114205
Pages: 200
Publication Date: 15 March 2024
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

"Mary Ann Burrows an artist and author from British Columbia, crafts works that celebrate creativity and mental well-being. With a flair for inspiring through words and images, Mary Ann has penned children's books and contributed to influential guides on creativity coaching. Highlights include ""Oh, Monkey!"", ""Gator on My Back"", and collaborative efforts in Routledge's creativity and journaling anthologies."