Opening Questions

I've already given Sam some general questions to think about and I'm probably going to work from his answers to create new questions for Chris. I want to keep them aware of everything I'm doing. I also want their insight so I can make an ethnography that would benefit them and cater to the questions they have about their career.

Both Chris and Sam are very open to the idea of blogging, maybe even excited about it. I'm excited about getting their different perspectives. Chris and Sam are on the opposite ends of funeral service. Sam, the "aspiring" funeral director is very progressive whereas Chris tends to be traditional and conservative.

Since Sam is my brother and Chris is a friend of my family, I already have some prior knowledge about them.

Sam is a sophomore at Southern Illinois University. He is a very "free spirit", compassionate, thoughtful, and witty.

Chris has a family. His wife's name is MaryBeth and he has two toddler sons, Buddy and Benji. MaryBeth used to be a teacher but now works with Chris at the funeral home. Chris is very friendly and conversational.