One Woman's Extraordinary Life in the Business of Death, Decay, and Disaster

In this gripping memoir, a woman recounts her experiences working in the death industry, from cleaning up crime scenes to managing funeral homes.

As a young woman, she was drawn to the macabre. She volunteered at a local hospice, providing comfort to the dying. After college, she worked as a crime scene cleaner, responding to the aftermath of murders, suicides, and accidents.

The Trauma Cleaner: One Woman's Extraordinary Life in the Business of Death, Decay, and Disaster

by Sarah Krasnostein

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	16227 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	293 pages

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Eventually, she became a funeral director, managing a funeral home and helping families plan their loved ones' funerals.

It's a job that requires a lot of resilience, both physical and emotional. The author has seen things that most people can't even imagine. But she's also found meaning and purpose in her work. She's helped families through some of the most difficult times of their lives, and she's made a difference in the world.

This is her story. It's a story of death, decay, and disaster. But it's also a story of resilience, hope, and redemption.

Chapter 1: The Crime Scene Cleaner

I was 22 years old when I got my first job as a crime scene cleaner. I had just graduated from college with a degree in criminal justice, and I was eager to start my career in law enforcement.

But when I applied for jobs with the police department, I was told that I was overqualified. They said that they were looking for people with less experience, who would be willing to start at the bottom and work their way up.

I was disappointed, but I didn't give up. I started looking for other jobs in the criminal justice field, and I eventually found a job as a crime scene cleaner.

It wasn't the job I had dreamed of, but it was a start. And it turned out to be more interesting and challenging than I had ever imagined.

As a crime scene cleaner, I responded to the aftermath of murders, suicides, and accidents. I cleaned up blood, bodily fluids, and other hazardous materials. I also helped to document the scene for the police.

It was a difficult job, both physically and emotionally. But I was good at it. I was able to stay calm and focused in the midst of chaos. And I was able to compartmentalize my emotions so that I could do my job effectively.

I worked as a crime scene cleaner for three years. During that time, I saw things that most people can't even imagine. I saw the aftermath of violence, death, and destruction.

But I also saw the resilience of the human spirit. I saw families come together to support each other in the face of tragedy. And I saw people find hope and healing in the darkest of times.

My experiences as a crime scene cleaner changed me. They made me more compassionate and more grateful for life. They also made me realize that even in the darkest of times, there is always hope.

Chapter 2: The Funeral Director

After three years as a crime scene cleaner, I decided to change careers. I went back to school and got my funeral director's license.

I had always been interested in death and dying. But it wasn't until I worked as a crime scene cleaner that I realized that I wanted to help families plan their loved ones' funerals.

As a funeral director, I help families make arrangements for their loved ones' funerals. I help them choose a casket, a burial plot, and a funeral service. I also help them write their loved one's obituary and plan their funeral reception.

It's a challenging job, but it's also a rewarding one. I get to help families through some of the most difficult times of their lives. And I get to make a difference in the world.

I've been a funeral director for five years now. And I've learned a lot about death, dying, and grief.

I've learned that death is a natural part of life. And that it's okay to grieve the loss of a loved one.

I've also learned that there is hope even in the darkest of times. And that love is stronger than death.

I'm grateful for the opportunity to help families through their grief. And I'm committed to providing them with the best possible care.

This has been a brief glimpse into my life in the death industry. It's been a challenging and rewarding journey. I've seen things that most people can't even imagine. But I've also seen the resilience of the human spirit.

I've learned that death is a natural part of life. And that it's okay to grieve the loss of a loved one.

I've also learned that there is hope even in the darkest of times. And that love is stronger than death.

I'm grateful for the opportunity to share my story with you. I hope it inspires you to live your life to the fullest and to cherish every moment with your loved ones.

Thank you for reading.

The Trauma Cleaner: One Woman's Extraordinary Life in the Business of Death, Decay, and Disaster

by Sarah Krasnostein

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	16227 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	293 pages

FREE