Author Archives: Marissa Abruzzini (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

“I saw that show, 50 Things To Do Before You Die; I would have thought the obvious one was shout for help.”

- Mark Watson
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Author Jackie Collins Is Remembered for Her Tenacity

In the face of terminal illness, her spry spirit shined through

British author Jackie Collins died this week after a six-year battle with breast cancer, yet there were few people who even knew she was ill. That’s because the famed writer didn’t want her life to be defined by her illness. … Continue reading

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Memorial Song: “Song to Woody” by Bob Dylan

This folk classic pays tribute to one of the icons of the movement

“Song to Woody” holds the distinction of not only being one of the most memorable tribute songs in the world, but one of the first songs Bob Dylan ever penned. Its simple, stripped-down acoustics make it the ideal memorial song … Continue reading

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“At the end of a miserable day, instead of grieving my virtual nothing, I can always look at my loaded wastepaper basket and tell myself that if I failed, at least I took a few trees down with me.”

- David Sedaris
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Fear of Death and a Terracotta Army

The Emperor of China took a fleet of warriors to his grave

Perhaps no figure in history feared death as openly as China’s first emperor, Qin Shi Huang. Death was so terrifying to him that he might have actually killed himself in an effort to beat it. What would you do to ensure you … Continue reading

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To Sue, or Not to Sue

Many nursing homes are asking patients to sign contracts revoking their right to sue for alleged abuse

When you send someone you love to a nursing facility, you likely trust that your loved one is in good hands. Nursing is a caring profession by definition, so why would you worry about your loved one receiving around-the-clock care? … Continue reading

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