“I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to you as the Mainer who grew up in Bremen. I had the distinct pleasure of visiting your place and engaging in a remarkable conversation with the gentleman who recently became its custodian. Our exchange was one of those rare instances of dialogue that leaves a lasting impression, a memory I am certain to carry with me for the rest of my days.This place, your place, carries with it a profound sense of connection and continuity that I find incredibly moving. Upon learning about its history, I discovered an intriguing facet: the property was once the home of W.A. Lauffer, a fact that only deepens its rich narrative. But even more intriguing is the understanding that the funeral home rests upon the sacred grounds of an Indian mound builder burial site.This knowledge imbues the location with a profound sense of continuity, a link that binds the past to the present, and us to those who came before. It’s a poetic testament to the cycle of life and death, a cycle that we are all a part of. A cycle that binds us to each other and to the land itself.In light of this connection, I am moved to express a deeply personal sentiment. The profound connection I felt to your place has led me to entertain a rather unique idea: should the stars align in the future, I might find it an honor to be interred in such a storied and hallowed place. While it might seem unusual to voice such a thought, it feels right to share it, given the profound sense of continuity that your place encapsulates.Thank you for allowing me the privilege of sharing these thoughts with you. The depth of our conversation, the rich history of your place, and the respect for those who have come before us, all coalesce into a sentiment that I felt compelled to convey.Best regards,Kirk”
Funeral Homes
“I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to you as the Mainer who grew up in Bremen. I had the distinct pleasure of visiting your place and engaging in a remarkable conversation with the gentleman who recently became its custodian. Our exchange was one of those rare instances of dialogue that leaves a lasting impression, a memory I am certain to carry with me for the rest of my days.This place, your place, carries with it a profound sense of connection and continuity that I find incredibly moving. Upon learning about its history, I discovered an intriguing facet: the property was once the home of W.A. Lauffer, a fact that only deepens its rich narrative. But even more intriguing is the understanding that the funeral home rests upon the sacred grounds of an Indian mound builder burial site.This knowledge imbues the location with a profound sense of continuity, a link that binds the past to the present, and us to those who came before. It’s a poetic testament to the cycle of life and death, a cycle that we are all a part of. A cycle that binds us to each other and to the land itself.In light of this connection, I am moved to express a deeply personal sentiment. The profound connection I felt to your place has led me to entertain a rather unique idea: should the stars align in the future, I might find it an honor to be interred in such a storied and hallowed place. While it might seem unusual to voice such a thought, it feels right to share it, given the profound sense of continuity that your place encapsulates.Thank you for allowing me the privilege of sharing these thoughts with you. The depth of our conversation, the rich history of your place, and the respect for those who have come before us, all coalesce into a sentiment that I felt compelled to convey.Best regards,Kirk”