Author Archives: S. Preston Duncan (Blog Writer), SevenPonds

“Where Rainbows Never Die” by The SteelDrivers

Dying never felt so good
Posted on April 20, 2025 by S. Preston Duncan (Blog Writer), SevenPonds

It is a rare song (or songwriter) that can level its gaze at death and, rather than conjure denial or confrontation, evoke golden landscapes rippled with ecstatic nostalgia. “Where Rainbows Never Die” by The SteelDrivers does just that. A rich, … Continue reading →

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Trans Remembrance Project Provides a Community of Grieving

Online shrine offers commiseration, resources and hope around the world
Posted on April 16, 2025 by S. Preston Duncan (Blog Writer), SevenPonds

“Celebrating the lives of those who have passed,” reads the simple summary on the homepage of The Trans Remembrance Project. What started as a candlelight vigil 25 years ago has turned into a living online memorial for the trans community. … Continue reading →

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“The Sea” by John Banville

An astounding representation of the grieving mind
Posted on March 22, 2025 by S. Preston Duncan (Blog Writer), SevenPonds

John Banville’s 2005 novel “The Sea” is not an easy read. Not emotionally. Not mentally. But, like grief itself, it is best approached with the right tools and an openness to fully experiencing it. In the case of this brilliantly … Continue reading →

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The Other Death in the Family

Innovations in eco-friendly pet burials offer multiple options for mixed-species households
Posted on March 17, 2025 by S. Preston Duncan (Blog Writer), SevenPonds

With a growing number of people recognizing pets as cherished members of the family, an industry of innovative, eco-friendly pet burial options has risen to meet the needs of cat and dog parents confronting the prospect of eventually honoring their … Continue reading →

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