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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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Category Archives: Practical Tips
Our Weekly Tip: The Excuses of Estate Planning
How a simple exercise in self-honesty can jump-start your estate plan
Our Tip of the Week: Procrastination is often the product of excuses: “I can do it later,” or “I don’t need to do A now because B is more pressing,” etc. And it’s just this train of thought that can … Continue reading
Our Weekly Tip: Memorial Remembrance Tree
A remembrance tree makes for a moving centerpiece at your memorial or celebration of life ceremony
Our Tip of the Week: Memorials are not only about remembering your personal relationship to a loved one who has died, but about the coming together of all those who care deeply for him or her as well. A delicate … Continue reading
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Tagged Celebration of Life, Comfort for Grief, Memorial, Memorial Idea, Memorial Tree, Remembering, Remembrance, Remembrance Tree, SevenPonds, Tips, Yew
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Our Weekly Tip: Memorial Wind Chime
Create sights and sounds that remind you of your loved one
Our Tip of the Week: Sometimes, when you’re grieving the loss of a loved one, you just want a space to sit and think. Memorial wind chimes can help the grief you feel in this moment. Not only are wind … Continue reading
Our Weekly Tip: A Unique Ceremonial Offering at a Funeral or Memorial Service
A beautiful way for guests to express their last words
Our Tip of the Week: Jimmy and Jane Edmonds lost their son Josh in a car accident while Josh was on vacation in Vietnam. They were shattered at his unexpected loss. As part of their grieving process, they created their … Continue reading
Our Weekly Tip: Include Emergency Contacts for Two-Step Verification Passwords
Don't let your loved ones stay locked out of your online accounts
Our Tip of the Week: Passwords are becoming the old-school way to keep hackers out of your valuable online assets. New technology embraces physical verification (such as a fingerprint) to verify your identity online. Most websites also offer two-step verification … Continue reading
Our Weekly Tip: Seeds of Solace – A Twist on Tradition
A memorial service idea that will remind loved ones of the ever-changing nature of grief
Our Tip of the Week: When friends and extended family come to pay respect to the departed, they often arrive at the service bearing flowers. While this is a thoughtful gesture, both a nod to tradition and a lovely gift, … Continue reading
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Tagged Grief, Memorial, Memorial Garden, Planting Seeds, Seeds of Solace, SevenPonds, Tips, Traditions
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