Author Archives: Dana Watson (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

“After Death” by Angel Studios

An intriguing documentary film about near-death experiences
Posted on November 8, 2023 by Dana Watson (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

While near-death experiences, or NDEs, have been both researched and scrutinized for decades, the movie “After Death” portrays real life stories and re-enactments of these intriguing phenomena. While the production company Angel Studios is best known for its faith-based films, … Continue reading →

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Are We Ready to See, Hear and Chat With Deceased Loved Ones Virtually Forever?

Grief tech promises digital immortality
Posted on October 25, 2023 by Dana Watson (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

New technology, most often dubbed “grief tech,” could help you or your loved one to live virtually forever. Texts, emails, voicemails, videos, and social media accounts grant us opportunities to maintain a connection with a person after they die. But … Continue reading →

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Oakwood Cemetery in Troy, NY is an Architectural Pioneer

A picturesque landscape that serves as both graveyard and garden
Posted on September 25, 2023 by Dana Watson (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Before municipal parks dotted the Hudson Valley, Oakwood Cemetery in Troy, New York, was designed to serve as both a place of solitude for the dead and serenity for the living. This National Historic Landmark was built in 1848 as … Continue reading →

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Prison Inmates Lack Access to Hospice Care

Organizations work to provide a dignified death for those behind bars
Posted on September 5, 2023 by Dana Watson (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Hospice care can benefit anyone diagnosed with a terminal illness, even incarcerated individuals. However, few inmates have access to the same level of care. Many organizations believe prison inmates are deserving of the hope and comfort these services provide for … Continue reading →

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“Ethical Wills: Putting Your Values on Paper” by Barry K. Baines

A helpful resource about sharing personal beliefs and practical advice for future generations
Posted on August 31, 2023 by Dana Watson (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

An ethical will is a written record articulating a person’s beliefs, philosophies and life experiences as a legacy for others. While not a legal document, an ethical will can serve as a loving gift for future generations. The book “Ethical … Continue reading →

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Crafters Tie Up Loose Ends for Ill or Deceased Loved Ones

Volunteers Finish Handmade Projects They Left Behind
Posted on August 13, 2023 by Dana Watson (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Avid knitters and crafters do not like loose ends. When they start a project, they aim to finish it. But in some cases, debilitating illness or death means they can no longer complete that something special for someone. And knowing … Continue reading →

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