Last year, we heard one of the most unusual stories we’ve ever had at FGS. A man I’d never seen before got up and told a story about starting a terramation funeral business that changed his life. Terramation, we learned, is the process of turning human remains into nutrient-rich soil.
What started as a project focused on the ecological benefits of composting over cremation became a place where loved ones can slowly and naturally return to the earth. It was an amazing story of how Micah, the founder, realized the process was more about humans than technology.
Two days ago, I learned that a documentary about Micah’s journey is being shown at the Seattle Film Festival on Saturday, May 16. I am so happy for him! We knew his story was special the night he told it, and I’m thrilled to find out it’s on film now. Here’s a quick blurb from the website:
“An ambitious entrepreneur and two funeral directors pioneer a groundbreaking eco-friendly deathcare facility in Washington state, challenging traditional burial practices and transforming end-of-life rituals.
Recipient of a 2024 SIFF Grant for Courageous Documentary Filmmaking. The 2026 Grant Cycle opens May 15 on the SIFF website.”
Advance tickets are sold out, but there are standby tickets still available. Here’s the info on that:
“A Standby line will form at the venue, usually one hour before showtime. At approximately 10 minutes before showtime, available seats are counted and sold on a first-come, first-served basis to those in line.
Standby tickets are sold only to those waiting in the Standby line at the time of sale.”
If you can’t make it to the theater for standby tickets, you can check out the business site here: https://returnhome.com/
I never know who is going to show up on any given night, but I always hear at least one story that I need to hear. I hope you can join us at our next show this Thursday, May 21, at 7pm on the top floor of the Swedish Club. The theme is Losing It – Stories of being out of control.
https://www.meetup.com/fresh-ground-stories/events/314480178
See you then!
Paul
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