Author Archives: Laura B Hayden (Blog Writer, Sevenponds)

“With mirth and laughter let old wrinkles come”

- William Shakespeare
Posted on March 12, 2019 by Laura B Hayden (Blog Writer, Sevenponds)
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“Secret O’ Life” by James Taylor

Psssst ...it may be simpler than you think -- or not!
Posted on March 7, 2019 by Laura B Hayden (Blog Writer, Sevenponds)

James Taylor composed “Secret O’ Life” way back when he had a full head of hair. Since that time, the unassuming song has been on just about every one of his concert playlists even though it was never released as … Continue reading →

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Retired NPR Host Diane Rehm Continues Her Fight for Physician-Assisted Death

Her testimony could help Maryland become the eighth state to allow the terminally ill to end their lives with a doctor's help
Posted on March 1, 2019 by Laura B Hayden (Blog Writer, Sevenponds)

Since Diane Rehm’s husband suffered an agonizingly drawn-out death in 2014, she has continued to be an outspoken proponent of an individual’s right to choose when and how to exit this life. Just two weeks ago, the popular NPR Washington … Continue reading →

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New York Allows Pet Burials in Human Cemeteries

More states are considering the option
Posted on February 27, 2019 by Laura B Hayden (Blog Writer, Sevenponds)

Laying a beloved pet to rest can be as agonizing as saying goodbye to a family member. Now, in New York, pet owners have the option of sharing their family gravesite with their BFF — Best Fur-pal Forever. Since SevenPonds … Continue reading →

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Cultural Values May Inhibit End-of-Life Choices

Health professionals and patients working together can clarify options for Chinese and Latino families bound to tradition
Posted on February 14, 2019 by Laura B Hayden (Blog Writer, Sevenponds)

Approaching the end of life is difficult enough without having to deal with language barriers and deep-set cultural norms that may affect the decision-making process. For Asians and Latinos, who are bound to tradition and may lack the necessary communication … Continue reading →

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“Never go to a doctor whose office plants have died.”

- Erma Bombeck
Posted on February 10, 2019 by Laura B Hayden (Blog Writer, Sevenponds)
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