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“Briefly Perfectly Human” by Alua Arthur: A death doula explores what it means to live life authentically while facing mortality -
Neil deGrasse Tyson Prompts Ruminations on Life & Death in New Year: The famed astrophysicist celebrates the precious nature of human existence -
“I Will Remember You” by Sarah McLachlan: A timeless classic that provides emotional release for those mourning a loved one
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Author Archives: Suzette Sherman (Founder, SevenPonds)
A Big Week for California Assembly Bills Addressing End-of-Life Issues
California tackles both the aid-in-dying as well as the first digital assets bill
It’s been a big week for end-of-life legislative action in the state of California. Given the state’s size, hence importance, many eyes watch as two assembly bills currently work their way through the process. The first is the aid-in-dying bill. This past … Continue reading
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Tagged Aid in Dying, Assisted Suicide vs Aid-in-dying, California Aid-in-Dying Bill, California Assembly Bill AB 691, Death and Dying, Digital Assets, Google, Google and Apple, Lobby Group that Represents Microsoft, physician assisted dying, What are Digital Assets, Yahoo and Facebook Digital Assets
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The Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office Has a Gift Shop – Really!
They offer humor when you checkout (pun intended!)
”Maybe Death is Like a Light” by Greg Lundgren
Maybe Death is Like a Light shines the way for kids to view death in a truly new light
Greg Lundgren, both designer and handmade cremation urn provider, has written and illustrated a coloring book to help a child coping with death view his or her experience in a new light. The book, Maybe Death is Like a Light, walks … Continue reading
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Flower Drying With A Microwave” by Titia Joosten
A handy book gives simple instructions on how to dry flowers after a memorial service
I’ve enjoyed the beauty of flowers and their meaning since I was a child. Back in the 80s, I began playing with different fresh flower drying methods. I have a distinct memory of getting a call from my mom after she … Continue reading
Warren Zevon Sings One of His Last Wishes While Dying of Cancer
Think of me in your dreams and "Keep Me in Your Heart For A While"
Singer-songwriter Warren Zevon had a prolific career starting in the 1970s producing many well-loved (now classic) songs and albums. Some of his tunes were made for the likes of famous singers, i.e. Jackson Browne, Linda Ronstadt and for popular films, like “Werewolves of … Continue reading
Candles Used in Both Death and Dying
The significance of candles plays a role in end-of-life rituals around the world
The first known use of a candle dates to China in 206 BC. Thus, it’s no wonder that candles in the home have retained a strong role in both cultural and religious observances for those who are dying or who have … Continue reading
