Welcome to Mortuary, Memoir & Monuments
I’m Alexandra, and I believe every life has a story worth preserving.
This site is for curious readers drawn to memory, meaning, beauty, and the places where history and humanity meet.
I’ve been captivated by the world of literature from a young age. I found comfort and inspiration within the pages of books. By the time I reached first grade, I’d already envisioned a future in writing. Now, I am an established writer in New York. I am also a licensed funeral director, known within my industry for my interviews with colleagues. My dual career has led to the publication of three books. I have also written many articles that provide insight into the world of funeral service.
Being a funeral director has influenced me to try new things. I’ve worked as a model and actress and sometimes appeared in the act of a stuntwoman friend.
I am committed to embracing life’s adventures. While my career focuses on funeral services, my true passion lies in writing. Colleagues and readers often refer to me as “the cemetery writer.” Recently, I have begun focusing on new topics, including women’s issues and the beauty and fashion industries.
Exploring these areas through my writing is incredibly fulfilling. I’m excited to share my experiences in fashion, beauty, health, and travel with you via this lifestyle blog. From style advice to must-see travel spots, I’m eager to bring you along on this adventure. The key, for me, was incorporating those subjects with my interest in cemeteries and funeral service to create a welcoming place for women.
I hope that my posts will entertain and inspire your own unique journey.
What I’m Reading This Fall
My nightly ritual of curling up with a good book before bed continues into the fall.
Susan Lucci has always been a favorite of mine. I watched All My Children largely to see Lucci portray Erica Kane, one of the best characters ever written for television. Like Lucci, I’m a Long Island girl with an ethnic background who grew up at a time when blondes seemed to dominate the beauty standard, so she was an important role model for me. Over the years, more than a few people remarked that I resembled her. Actress and director Dorothy Lyman even said the same when I met her in Los Angeles years ago. For that reason, I was especially eager to read Lucci’s recent memoir, La Lucci. In the book, she focuses on the later chapters of her life, including the end of All My Children and the death of her beloved husband, Helmut Huber, losses that profoundly affected her.
What shines through most powerfully, however, is Lucci’s remarkable sense of gratitude. Despite enduring significant personal and professional losses, she remains appreciative of the extraordinary life she has lived. It is that gratitude, as much as her resilience and grace, that makes the book such a rewarding read.
For pure escapism, I’m reading Hissy Fit, one of Mary Kay Andrews earlier books.
I’m really enjoying the eccentric characters and Southern locales. Also rereading Wiseguy. It’s been a lot of years, and I enjoy reading a book again with fresh eyes. I often spot something I’d missed before.
Join the Conversation
I hope you enjoy exploring my blog as much as I enjoy sharing it with you. Together, we can create a fabulous community celebrating the beauty of life and all its adventures.
I would love to hear from you! Feel free to leave comments or reach out on social media. Let’s connect and inspire each other on this journey of life, literature, and creativity.