Author Archives: Cassandra Seale (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Heart Disease in Rural U.S. Rising Among Younger Adults

Disparity in death rate between urban and rural working-age adults grew during COVID
Posted on May 14, 2025 by Cassandra Seale (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

From 2010 to 2022, there was a 21% increase in death from heart disease among rural adults ages 25 to 64, with a major spike beginning in 2020. A study — the first national analysis of heart disease in rural … Continue reading →

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“Father Death Blues” by Allen Ginsberg

The Beat poet explores life, mortality and sexuality after his father's death
Posted on May 13, 2025 by Cassandra Seale (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Hey Father Death, I’m flying home Hey poor man, you’re all alone Hey old daddy, I know where I’m going […] Guru Death your words are true Teacher Death I do thank you For inspiring me to sing this Blues … Continue reading →

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“Songbird” by Fleetwood Mac

Christine McVie's open-ended song can celebrate both living and lost loved ones
Posted on December 23, 2024 by Cassandra Seale (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Highlighting an eternal, selfless love, Christine McVie, Fleetwood Mac member and composer of “Songbird,” asserts that the song is about no one specific and nothing in particular. This makes it a bit of a blank canvas when it comes to … Continue reading →

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Our Annual Seven Holiday Gifts for Someone Who Is Grieving, 2024 Edition

Gracious gifts that spread love and beauty
Posted on December 18, 2024 by Cassandra Seale (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

The holidays have a way of making loss feel even more pronounced. If you have friends or family members (or you yourself) who are feeling the impact of death this season — whether fresh or long-standing — a thoughtful gift … Continue reading →

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End-of-Life Planners Offer Peace of Mind for Yourself & Loved Ones

From humorous to brass tacks, there's a planner for everyone
Posted on December 11, 2024 by Cassandra Seale (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

If the shelves — and sales numbers — of booksellers are any indication, end-of-life planners are having a moment. And for good reason. From final wishes, to funeral plans, to financial matters, loved ones are too often left scrambling, all … Continue reading →

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Support Healthy Aging By Maintaining Balance — On One Leg

Mayo Clinic study suggests to use it or lose it
Posted on December 3, 2024 by Cassandra Seale (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

A recent study by the Mayo Clinic measured what physical factors tend to decline most quickly in people over 50 — and the majority of these were related to strength and balance. So, it stands to reason (pun intended), that … Continue reading →

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