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Author Archives: Mitch Lobrovich (Blog Writer) SevenPonds
A Fresh Floral Wall Offers a Unique Way to Enhance a Celebration of Life Experience
A budget friendly idea that doesn't look like a budget effort
Our Tip of the Month Flowers are a classic element at memorial services, and a unique way to bring their soothing, mood-lifting qualities to a ceremony is by creating a fresh floral design on the blank walls of the venue. … Continue reading
Posted in Practical Tips
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Sara Williams Fights for Affordable Funeral Options
President of Funeral Consumers Alliance balances weighty end-of-life issues with humor and candor
Spend a little time with Sara Williams and you’ll detect an upbeat, even playful spirit, which at first might make her deep, lifelong interest in death a bit of a head-scratcher. She’s president of the nonprofit Funeral Consumers Alliance (FCA), … Continue reading
Posted in Professional Advice
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On TikTok, Maddy Baloy Shared Her Final Days With Candor and Humor
Around 9,000 young adults die annually from cancer
We’ve probably all felt a pang of sadness when encountering a story about a child with terminal cancer. But less common in the media, and almost as poignant, are the accounts of someone in their early 20s having to make … Continue reading
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“Curated by Teens: Death as a Constant Companion”
Teenagers' choice of theme might surprise some at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts
Unexpected juxtapositions often make for great art, but in this case, the very name might raise eyebrows and curiosity: “Curated by Teens: Death as a Constant Companion,” at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.
Posted in Soulful Expressions
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“They Will Not Go Quietly” by Linda Barnes
A poem acknowledges the grieving that follows the loss of a beloved pet
They will not go quietly, the pets who’ve shared our lives. In subtle ways they let us know their spirit still survives.
Posted in The Next Chapter
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“If You Hadn’t Been There” by Dolly Parton
A moving tribute to the popular singer's recently deceased husband
If you hadn’t been there Where would I be? Without your trust Love and belief The ups and downs We’ve always shared And I wouldn’t be here If you hadn’t been there
Posted in Expressive Music
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