Tag Archives: Death

Ponette (1996) by Jacques Doillon

Jacques Doillon's film explores the way a young girl handles the death of her mother
Posted on December 26, 2014 by MaryFrances Knapp (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

In the American trailer for French director Jacques Doillon‘s 1996 film “Ponette,” the narrator coolly clarifies that this “is not a film about death” but rather “the celebration of life.” By the end of the film, the viewer realizes that this … Continue reading →

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A Pop of Color: Greg Lundgren’s Urns

Seattle's Greg Lundgren on why new design is integral in modernizing the funeral industy
Posted on December 14, 2014 by MaryFrances Knapp (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Urns are an end of life element that fall into a particular stereotype, or rather, expectation: to be constructed in that familiar hourglass form in a subdued, somber medium (ex. marble, bronze). But that’s not the case for Seattle’s Greg … Continue reading →

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Our Weekly Tip: A Modern Memorial Wreath

Trade in flowers for something a little more contemporary at your next funeral: a memorial wreath of succulents
Posted on December 13, 2014 by MaryFrances Knapp (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Our Tip of the Week: White flowers are the standard go-to for any memorial or celebration of life ceremony. But why not try something new? We particularly like the idea of creating a succulent wreath as a centerpiece or take-home … Continue reading →

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What is an Eco Funeral? An Interview with Deb Cairns

Deb Cairns of State of Grace in Auckland, New Zealand breaks down the home funeral experience
Posted on December 13, 2014 by MaryFrances Knapp (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Today, SevenPonds speaks with Deb Cairns of State of Grace: Family Directed Funerals in Auckland, New Zealand. After her dear friend died of cancer, she was inspired to create in-home or family-directed funeral services that provide a “caring, compassionate and … Continue reading →

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Dear Reader, I’m Dying: The Art Of Blogging Through Pain

When bloggers go through terminal illnesses, they take their readers along for the journey
Posted on December 10, 2014 by Marissa Abruzzini (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

We scroll through our daily news feeds expecting to find the same sticky-sweet formula. There’s a photo of your friend’s brunch. Your cousin got a new job. Someone on your friend’s list really loves cats. We eat these positive moments … Continue reading →

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Our Weekly Tip: Estates, Spouses and The Limits of “Tax Free”

A few things to consider about leaving a portion of your estate -- tax-free -- to a spouse
Posted on December 6, 2014 by MaryFrances Knapp (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Our Tip of the Week: Everything you leave to a spouse after you die is tax-free – which, naturally, means a big tax break. But your children may end up paying the price, what with your foregoing the ability to … Continue reading →

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