Author Archives: Kathleen Clohessy Editor-in Chief/SevenPonds

Flowers for Comfort: How Can We Use Nature to Heal from Grief?

An interview with author and illustrator Jessica Roux about how flowers help us heal

Jessica Roux is a Nashville-based freelance illustrator who is a self-proclaimed plant and animal enthusiast. She is the author of and co-author of several books, including “Floriography: An Illustrated Guide to the Victorian Language of Flowers.” SevenPonds sat down with … Continue reading

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An Inspiring Quote About Life and Loss From Hafiz

Plus a beautiful heart made from yellow roses from SevenPonds
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How Sharing a Meal Can Help Heal Grief and Loss

SevenPonds speaks with Lennon Flowers, the founder of The Dinner Party

Today SevenPonds is featuring an interview conducted several years ago with Lennon Flowers, the founder and executive director of The Dinner Party, a multinational community of individuals working together to open conversations about life after loss. Founded in December 2013, … Continue reading

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A Moving Quote From Pema Chodron About Accepting the Many Layers of Grief

Plus a holiday-themed flower heart from SevenPonds
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An Inspiring Quote From Helen Keller About Overcoming Suffering

Plus a beautiful handmade heart made from flowers from SevenPonds
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A Moving Quote From Alphonse DeLamartine About Losing the One You Love

Plus a beautiful handmade heart made of flowers from SevenPonds
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