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Author Archives: Colleen Ferguson (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)
“Deadly” Cocktails and Their History
Don’t let the death-related names of these drinks fool you; these cocktails are sure to liven up any get-together.
With summer upon us, thoughts naturally turn to refreshing libations to take the edge off the heat. With that in mind, this will be a fun article about “deadly” cocktails, aka drinks with death-related names, complete with a little history … Continue reading
Creating Powerful Connections With Music and Storytelling
An interview with Jackie Vanderbeck, founder of Sing For Your Seniors
Jackie Vanderbeck has been building connections through music and storytelling since she was a child. The daughter of a dancer, her own creative expressions and musical performances were encouraged and nurtured during her youth in Sacramento, California. By the age … Continue reading
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“You Want It Darker” by Leonard Cohen
Leonard Cohen's title song from his final album, "You Want It Darker," explores philosophical dilemmas, existential questions and his own mortality.
Leonard Cohen was a Canadian singer-songwriter known for his songs of depth, passion and poeticism. Throughout his long career, his simple yet layered lyricism has explored themes of religion, sexuality, politics and loss. In his later years, his lyrics … Continue reading
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Death Goes Modern
Is Its Rise to Cultural Stardom Bringing Death Out of the Shadows?
Humans and death have a complicated relationship. With the widespread death and uncertainty the world has been forced to face over the last two pandemic-heavy years, it might seem only natural that death would rise as a cultural star. And … Continue reading
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As Life Expectancy Increases, More Seniors Find the Idea of “Rational Suicide” Comforting
An aging population brings the conversation of intentional exits from the shadows to the limelight
“I know someone who has done it with the gas. She had a peaceful death with a son on each side holding her hands. I like that — no prescription necessary! You go to the party store and maybe … Continue reading
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“Host of the Seraphim” by Dead Can Dance is a Meditative, Mesmerizing Song
This 1988 song by the band Dead Can Dance borrows heavily from traditional tribal chants and folkloric elements for a truly ethereal piece of music
With a musical style and tempo that refuses to be boxed and categorized, Dead Can Dance consists of the core duo of Lisa Gerrard and Brendan Perry. The band draws inspiration from old country pagan ritual chants, African polyrhythms, … Continue reading
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