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Author Archives: Colleen Ferguson (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)
Our Monthly Tip: Tune in to Live Music Concerts Online to Connect and Uplift
Listening to live music concerts online can help lift the spirits of those who are isolated or grieving
Our Tip of the Month As we head into 2021, we are all grieving in one way or another. Millions are grieving the death of a loved one. And almost all of us are grieving the loss of connection with … Continue reading
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“Every piece of the universe, even the tiniest little snow crystal, matters somehow. I have a place in the pattern, and so do you! Thinking of you this holiday season!”
- T. A. Barron
Posted in A Rite of Passage
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Pink Floyd’s Tribute Song to Syd Barrett’s Life “Shine on You Crazy Diamond” Still Shines
A song written to honor the life, mental health struggles and death of former Pink Floyd front man, Syd Barrett
There is no better song to remember a loved one by than the masterpiece send-off that is Pink Floyd’s “Shine on You Crazy Diamond.” The nine-part composition was written by Roger Waters, Richard Wright and David Gilmour and appears … Continue reading
Posted in Expressive Music
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Our Annual 7 Thoughtful Holiday Gifts for Someone Who Is Grieving
Consider this list of gifts when searching for the perfect holiday present to comfort someone who is grieving
The focus during the holiday season is often on family, loved ones and celebration. But for those who are grieving, the traditional feelings of comfort and joy can seem far away. In fact, it can feel very isolating, making coping … Continue reading
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“Keep Moving: Notes on Loss, Creativity, and Change” by Maggie Smith
Viral poet Maggie Smith brings her encouraging tweets to the page in this collection of essays and affirmations
Maggie Smith is an award-winning author of several books of poetry. One of her most well-known works, “Good Bones,” a straightforward, powerful poem about the dark pains and mixed hope of life, spread like wildfire on social media in 2016, … Continue reading
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“All the Flowers Are for Me” by Anila Quayyum Agha Returns to the Cincinnati Art Museum on December 5
The award-winning, large-scale installation reflects on the complexities of love and loss
Anila Quayyum Agha is best known for her large, laser-cut installations that manipulate light to creative immersive, contemplative environments. Her expansive piece, “All the Flowers Are for Me,” was first shown at the Cincinnati Art Museum in 2017 and awarded … Continue reading
Posted in Soulful Expressions
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