Author Archives: Lucas Morgan (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

“Once More We Saw Stars,” by Jayson Greene

The memoir recounts the author's experiences following his young daughter's death
Posted on October 11, 2019 by Lucas Morgan (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

“Once More We Saw Stars” by Jayson Greene describes agonizing pain, the difficulties of grief and the impact that love has on all of us. At its surface, his new memoir recounts the terrible accident that killed his young daughter: … Continue reading →

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“The trouble with quotes about death is that 99.99 percent of them are made by people who are still alive.”

- Joshua Burns
Posted on October 6, 2019 by Lucas Morgan (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)
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J.R. Storment Shares Story About His Son Who Died

His essay implores working parents to rethink the way they spend their hours
Posted on October 4, 2019 by Lucas Morgan (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Tech executive J.R. Storment had spent most of his waking hours working, not devoting much time to family life. Unfortunately, his eight-year-old son Wiley died in August due to complications from epilepsy. J.R. decided to write an essay recounting the … Continue reading →

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Pupil Dilation Speed Could Indicate Alzheimer’s Risk

Pupil dilation during cognitive tasks could be a new test for those at risk of Alzheimer's
Posted on September 30, 2019 by Lucas Morgan (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

A new study published earlier this month concludes that pupil dilation speed could be an indicator for individuals at risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. It’s becoming clearer and clearer that early detection of Alzheimer’s disease is imperative. Alzheimer’s is not yet … Continue reading →

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Spousal Caregivers Are a Lonely Bunch

Caregiving is even harder when you're by yourself
Posted on September 27, 2019 by Lucas Morgan (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Spousal caregivers are largely fending for themselves, according to a new study published in the June issue of Health Affairs. The study concludes that the focus of serious-illness care should ideally “expand from the patient to the family unit.” Caregiving … Continue reading →

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Jeffery Beale, Tattoo Artist With Terminal Cancer, Has Painted His Own Coffin

He's been a tattoo artist for over 30 years
Posted on September 20, 2019 by Lucas Morgan (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

“It’s strange…that you have to get to this stage to appreciate it,” said Jeffery Beale, 60. Beale was diagnosed with terminal esophageal cancer this past May. He’s taken this sad news and flipped it into something positive, deciding to beautify … Continue reading →

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