Flowers By Captain Laurie
Ash Scattering At Sea
I am standing by the seashore. A ship at my side spreads her white sails to the morning breeze and starts for the blue ocean. She is an object of beauty and strength, and I stand and watch until at last she hangs like a speck of white cloud just where the sun and sky come down to mingle with each other.
Then someone at my side says, ‘There she goes!
Gone where? Gone from my sight – that is all.
She is just as large in mast and hull and spar as she was when she left my side and just as able to bear her load of living freight to the places of destination. Her diminished size is in me, not in her.
And just at the moment when someone at my side says, There she goes! ‘ , there are other eyes watching her coming, and other voices ready to take up the glad shout : ‘Here she comes!’
“A Parable of Immortality” by Henry Van Dyke
Service rates: Up to 8 people starting at $695
Saying goodbye to a loved one is never easy, but with Stem to Stern Sailing Charters, we offer a peaceful way to pay tribute to their life. Our Ash Scattering service is a unique way to celebrate the life of your loved one, with a 3-hour experience that is guaranteed to be respectful and reflective. After the scattering ceremony, you'll sail back to port with memories that will last a lifetime. Contact us to find out more about our Ash Scattering service.
A Meaningful Way to Honor
Your Loved One's Legacy
Your Captain and Crew will conduct a beautiful ash scattering service at sea. We will sail gently out into the Gulf of Mexico, minimum of 3 miles offshore (following EPA guidelines) where the ceremony will begin with the vessel circling left (meaning, “turning back the hands of time”). The engine will be shut down, the sails hoisted (weather permitting) and the guests will be gathered. At this time, personal thoughts, prayers or poems may be shared by the group. One of our many verses (of your choice) can be spoken and your loved one will be placed gently into the sea. The ashes will now begin their new journey, to be carried by the current, forever. The vessel will circle the ashes to the right (meaning, “time and life goes on”) completing the figure eight infinity sign. The ship’s bell will be rung eight times (meaning, the passing of a sailor is marked with the ringing of eight bells and the beginning of another. The ringing of bells also signified the end of one’s watch while at sea. With the end of the watch, eight bells are sounded and the sailor was relieved. ” end of watch”) and as you hear the bell, you may toss your flower as a gesture of “letting go”, which ends the ceremony.
The Power of Ash Scattering Flowers
At Stem to Stern Sailing, we offer a unique and memorable experience for your special occasion. Our Ash Scattering Flowers services provide beautiful and meaningful tributes to your loved ones. Starting at just $25.00, we offer a selection of Dozen Roses and Wreaths that are perfect for your event. We take great pride in being able to provide our customers with personalized attention and quality service.
Honoring the Life and Love in Every Wreath
We specialize in using daisies and greenery to create wreaths that are beautiful, personalized, and meaningful. Our team is committed to making the process as easy and stress-free as possible, with a wide selection of wreaths to choose from, as well as the option to create a custom wreath to meet your specific needs. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you honor the life of your loved one.
Crafting One-of-a-Kind Wreaths
for Your Special Occasions
Our wreaths are designed to make any event more beautiful and memorable. We work closely with you to create the perfect wreath.
Navigating the Sea with Roses
We navigate the waters with care and consideration, sharing in your loved one’s passion for the sea. As we gracefully scatter the ashes and petals into the sea, we honor the life and love of the one you’ve lost. Let us help you honor their memory and say goodbye in a beautiful way.