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Our Annual Seven Holiday Gifts for Someone Who Is Grieving, 2024 Edition:
Gracious gifts that spread love and beauty -
“Making Mobiles” by Karolina Merska:
An artist’s manual on how to create beautiful Polish pajaki -
“Hands Up to the Sky” by Michael Franti & Spearhead:
A surprisingly upbeat song about acknowledging both loss and the beauty of life
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Author Archives: Lucas Morgan (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)
Architecture Firm HofmanDujardin Designed A New Kind Of Funeral Home
The funeral center is a welcomed deviation from your typical funeral space
Sometimes it takes a bit of personal loss for an urge to create to become a need. Michiel Hofman and Barbara Dujardin, founding partners of the Dutch architectural firm HofmanDujardin, used the death of a close friend as inspiration when … Continue reading
GERT Suit Helps Users Understand Nuances of Aging
The wearable device simulates physical problems elderly people can experience
There are countless ways in which new inventions and technology have transformed our understanding of the aging process. One such advancement is the so-called GERT suit. (GERT is short for gerontology, the scientific study of aging.) It’s used mainly by … Continue reading
“Love Is Stronger Than Death” by The The
The song touches on the nuances of death and its meanings
“Love Is Stronger Than Death” by English post-punk band The The is an emotional song about the many facets of death and how we can understand them. Singer/songwriter Matt Johnson begins the song by repeating the word “love” six times. … Continue reading
Posted in Expressive Music
Tagged Death, English Music, Expressive Music, Love, Music, Music about Death, Songs About Grief, The The
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Irish Researchers Reveal “Stevie II” Robot to Combat Loneliness in the Elderly
Stevie II is an upgraded version of its predecessor
A team of researchers from Trinity College, Dublin, revealed a new version of their “Stevie” robot last month. Its main function is to interact with seniors and to provide a level of support for those living in both care homes … Continue reading
Posted in Something Special
Tagged Aging, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Ireland, Loneliness in the elderly, Robot, Something special, Technology
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“Dad always thought laughter was the best medicine, which I guess is why several of us died of tuberculosis.”
- Jack Handey
African American Revolutionary War Veteran James Robinson To Be Honored In Special Ceremony
He will receive military honors 151 years after his death
Fans of military and American history will certainly enjoy this story. Pvt. James Robinson, a man born into slavery, will finally be properly honored for his military service 151 years after his death. The ceremony will take place June 22 … Continue reading