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Author Archives: MaryFrances Knapp (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)
What is the Worst Kind of Cancer? The Surgeon General Talks Terminal Illness
In an interview with Time, the Surgeon General Dr. Boris D. Lushniak illuminates why skin cancer is the worst kind
Acting Surgeon General Dr. Boris D. Lushniak says that despite the general decline of many kinds of cancers in America, that there is one citizens need to be more diligent in preventing: skin cancer. “In the last 35 years, we’ve … Continue reading
Smithsonian Artist Captures Images of Dried Tears
Rose-Lynn Fisher saw tears of "grief, joy, laughter and irritation" in extreme detail through her photo series
Smithsonian photographer Rose-Lynn Fisher just revealed her new project, which is titled “Topography of Tears.” Celebrated for her mind-blowing, microscopic images of honeybees, this photo series is a collection of, yes, tears—tears from over 100 volunteers that were also captured … Continue reading
Our Weekly Tip: A Memory in Bloom Memorial Idea
Create a beautiful portrait of your mother for a memorial ceremony with flowers or jewelry
With a bit of Instagram browsing, we came across this artist’s series of beautiful flower and jewelry portraits. They’re light, lovely and the perfect centerpiece to set a positive and loving memory mood for your mother’s funeral or memorial. Here’s suggestions on … Continue reading
Posted in Practical Tips
Tagged Celebration of Life, Death of Mother, DIY, flower portrait, Flowers, Funeral, Memorial, Memorial ideas, Mother's Memorial
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Pancakes for the Departed: A Russian Death Tradition
We go to table to uncover the symbolism behind the traditional Russian funeral meal of pancakes or "blini"
The ringing of Orthodox Church bells, black bread and vodka galore – they’re the archetypal images of a Russian funeral. But there’s one element of the traditional ceremony that might surprise Americans: the Russian funeral pancake, otherwise known as “blini.” … Continue reading
Posted in Cultural Perspectives
Tagged blini, Maslenitsa, Pancakes russia, Russia, Russian death customs, Russian funeral
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Artist Julian Stair: The Vessel, Death and the Human Body
Julian Stair strips the frills from end-of-life vessels, giving us a fresh perspective on death
English artist Julian Stair is both a wordsmith and a potter, working mostly with site-specific commissions and installations. Commissioned by mima and devoted in part to the memory of his late family member Lesley Cox, “Quietus: The vessel, death and the … Continue reading
How Does Aromatherapy Help Those With a Terminal Illness? An Interview with Marika Fleri of Aroma Treasures
Marika Fleri enlightens us on the benefits of aromatherapy and essential oils during periods of death, loss and grief
Today, SevenPonds speaks with Marika Fleri of Aroma Treasures. With 11 years of experience in the field of aromatherapy, Marika is devoted to her practice in Malta. She received ITEC diplomas in both Anatomy Physiology and Aromatherapy, and is currently … Continue reading
Posted in Professional Advice
Tagged Aroma Treasures, Aromatherapy, Malta, Marika Fleri, Therapy, therapy after death
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