1 Load the coconut flakes into the blender or food processor. 2  Add a pinch of salt. 3  Turn the machine on. 4  If using a blender like a Vitamix, you may want to use the tamper to push the flakes down.
Modern embalming is most often performed to ensure a better presentation of the deceased for viewing by friends and relatives. A successful viewing of the body is considered to be helpful in the grieving process.
Location of Viewings and Visitations. A viewing or visitation takes place before a formal funeral service. In the past, this often took place at the home over several days, giving friends and community members at place to gather and console one another. But these days the most common places to host them are at the funeral home or religious establishment.