Yes, this is a real “holiday.” Observed on October 30th, this holiday was registered in 1999 as a day for people to think about how they want to be remembered and let your family know your plans.

Avoid a “Facelift Funeral” with Create a Great Funeral Day by Gail Rubin acknowledges the fear that people have about planning their own funeral. But there are a lot of advantages to planning your own funeral.

So take the time today to start the conversation. What kind of funeral do you see for yourself? Write it down and share it with your family.