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Author Archives: Marissa Abruzzini (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)
The Life and Death of Marina Abramovic
The grandmother of performance art throws her own funeral
One can’t talk about avant-garde art without mentioning Marina Abramovic. The Serbian artist carved a name for herself in the art world through her cathartic, sometimes disturbing performances. Her goal is to create art that makes us slightly uncomfortable, and … Continue reading
Our Weekly Tip: Preparing for Your Full Military Funeral Honors
If you're a military veteran, you have some free burial benefits
Our Tip of the Week: If your loved one or you served in the military, free military honors benefits might be available. Check your eligibility today to prepare the necessary paperwork. The U.S. military is required by law to provide … Continue reading
Reveling in Sadness: “Into Each Life Some Rain Must Fall” by Ella Fitzgerald
The First Lady of Jazz talks about what it means to have the blues
There’s something about the deep resonance of Ella Fitzgerald’s voice that is at once beautiful and profoundly sad. When she sings about the joys of life, each word spills from her lips like sugar drops, but when she sings the … Continue reading
”Finding Peace When Your Heart is in Pieces” by Dr. Paul Coleman
A psychologist brings us back to the individualistic approach to mourning
When you read Dr. Paul Coleman’s “Finding Peace When Your Heart is in Pieces,” don’t expect to get simple, cookie-cutter advice about loss. You won’t find trite tips such as “How to heal from a loss in five easy … Continue reading
In the Age of the Internet, More Celebrities Are Living Out Illnesses In Secret
What the deaths of David Bowie, Alan Rickman and Jackie Collins teach us about modern celebrity
In 2016, it’s hard to imagine anyone keeping a secret for long, let alone a big one like a cancer diagnosis. Nearly everyone is on social media, posting about everything from a job they just snagged to trivial details about … Continue reading
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The Death of David Bowie Reflected Through “Lazarus”
The legendary singer left us with one last parting gift
With a new album released less than a week ago on his 69th birthday, few expected David Bowie to leave us so suddenly. From the outside, Bowie seemed as vivacious and artistic as always. But unbeknownst to many of his … Continue reading
