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Author Archives: Kelly Larsen (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)
“It takes a lot of hope to grieve.”
-From "Say Please," performed by Monsters of Folk, with lyrics by Conor Oberst
Posted in A Rite of Passage
Tagged Conor Oberst, Death, Grieving, Monsters of Folk, Say Please, Song Lyrics
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“A Song of Living,” by Amelia Burr
Amelia Burr’s straightforward poem is highly instructional
Much of the literature written on death finds a way of expressing it, and its meaning to the author, through symbolism and figurative language. However, some of it is written in simple terms, and this doesn’t mean it’s any less … Continue reading
“May all your troubles last as long as your New Year’s resolutions.”
-Joey Adams
Posted in Laughter is Medicine
Tagged Comedy, Joey Adams, Laughter, New Year's Resolutions
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“The sun kept setting, setting still” by Emily Dickinson
Emily Dickinson shows that we need not fear death
You may remember my piece from a few months back on Emily Dickinson’s famous poem, “Because I could not stop for death.” Well, this week I’ve chosen another Dickinson work: “The sun kept setting, setting still.” This poem also uses … Continue reading
Remembering Life through Light
A look at this touching Jewish tradition
Hanukkah came to an end last night, marking the conclusion of eight consecutive nights of lighting candles. This is done in order to commemorate the rededication of the holy temple in Jerusalem. While you’re probably familiar with this Jewish celebration, … Continue reading
Posted in Cultural Perspectives
Tagged Death, Hanukkah, Judaism, Memorial, Tradition, Yahrzeit Candles
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