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Author Archives: Suzette Sherman (Founder, SevenPonds)
Reflecting On The Year Past
Here comes the tsunami to kick open the conversation on death
As 2013 wraps up, I reflect on the changes that took place this past year to alter our national perspective on death. Since death is still a taboo topic, the truth is that we are only at the beginning of … Continue reading
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“The Art of Gift Wrapping, 50 innovative ideas using organic, unique, and uncommon materials” by Wanda Wen
Express the depth of your love and concern with a special handmade gift wrapping
Now that the holidays are upon us, there’s so much to do: the tree, holiday gifts, food and preparations. In the midst of all this hustle and bustle, there are those who are deep into the depths of a depression … Continue reading
One new perception, one fresh thought, one act of surrender, one change of heart, one leap of faith, can change your life forever.
- Robert Holden
Not Just Another Batman Costume: San Francisco Is Gotham City for a Day!
Meet Batkid: A five-year-old with leukemia whose Make-A-Wish dream was realized with the help of his father and mother
We had the most amazing day ever in San Francisco (the actual location of SevenPonds’ headquarters) yesterday, as the city actually became Gotham City for a day – really! Miles Scott is a kindergartner (the sweetest) who is in remission … Continue reading
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Tagged Batkid, Batman custome, Batman in San Francisco, Batmobile, Child with leukemia, Children with Cancer, Crime fighting kid, Leukemia, List of Major League Baseball mascots, Make-A-Wish Foundation, Miles Scott batkid, Penguin, Riddler, San Francisco Gotham City, Tcho Chocolate, Tulelake California
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”Flowers, Design, Philosophy” by Jane Packer
Jane Packer will inspire you with the most incredible funeral flowers rethink ever!
If you’re seeking ideas on how to use flowers to make your memorial service or funeral the most beautiful and unique ceremony ever, there is no floral designer as amazing as Jane Packer. Her book, Jane Packer: Flowers, Design, Philosophy is … Continue reading
What’s All the Hoo-ha Over Funeral Homes?
The largest publicly held death care corporation, Service Corporation International, is buying the second largest: Stewart Enterprises -- but will it impact you?
There’s a big hoo-ha taking place over an acquisition in the death care industry. Service Corporation International (SCI), the largest publicly held death care company, is about to acquire Stewart Enterprises (the second largest). Being that I’m on a number of … Continue reading
