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In this engaging conversation, Abbey speaks with Sandy Doyle, a retired cemetery counselor and author of 'My Life at the Cemetery, It's Not as Dead as You Think.' Sandy shares her unique experiences working in a cemetery, reflecting on the profound lessons about life, death, and spirituality that she learned through her interactions with grieving families. The discussion also delves into her role with Optimist International, highlighting the importance of community service and positivity in making a difference in people's lives.

Takeaways

• Sandy Doyle is a retired cemetery counselor and author.
• Her book shares unique stories from her time at the cemetery.
• Death is a universal experience that everyone must face.
• Planning for death is as important as planning for life events.
• Spirituality plays a significant role in understanding death.
• People often have unexpected and humorous approaches to death.
• Community service is vital for uplifting those in need.
• Optimist International focuses on positivity and community engagement.
• Sandy emphasizes the importance of love and connection after death.
• Life is too short to dwell on negativity.

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Experiencing and exploring everything that makes small towns great. Abbey (The Small Town Tourist) sits down with people to share stories about the towns they live in, the cool services they provide, and more. Visit online at https://thesmalltowntourist.com/ and follow on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thesmalltowntourist/