Tag Archives: Dia de Los Muertos

Disney’s “Coco” by Lee Unkrich

Pixar's Best Animated Film of 2018 is a matter of life and death
Posted on June 8, 2018 by Laura B Hayden (Blog Writer, Sevenponds)

Every Pixar computer-animated film takes on a new artistic challenge. In “A Bug’s Life” the audience views the world the way an insect would – from the ground up. “Inside Out” metaphorically animates how the interior landscape of our minds function. … Continue reading →

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“From Here To Eternity: Traveling The World In Search Of The Good Death,” by Caitlin Doughty

Author Caitlin Doughty traveled the world to see how other cultures care for their loved ones who have died
Posted on January 12, 2018 by Lucas Morgan (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

“From Here To Eternity” by Caitlin Doughty is a fascinating look at funerary practices from around the world. Doughty, herself a funeral home owner, was inspired to witness how death is dealt with in other cultures. She wanted to show … Continue reading →

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Mexico’s Day of the Dead

Southern and Central Mexicans honor their ancestors
Posted on June 23, 2016 by Debra L. Stang (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

The Mexican Day of the Dead is actually celebrated over two days, Nov.1 and Nov. 2, in Central and Southern Mexico. Legend holds that at midnight on Oct. 31, the gates of heaven fly open and release the souls of those … Continue reading →

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Unlocking the Meaning of Dia de los Muertos

Dispelling myths about this holiday
Posted on October 31, 2013 by Dana Sitar (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Many – I would venture to say most – Americans have heard of the Mexican holiday of Dia de los Muertos, the Day of the Dead. But, many of us are still unsure of just what it means, and cultural … Continue reading →

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Celebrate Day of the Dead and Halloween with SevenPonds!

A round-up of our most popular posts on these Fall holidays
Posted on October 25, 2012 by Dana Sitar (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

In the upcoming week, we’ll see the celebration of two beloved holidays with very disparate cultural histories: Halloween and Dia de Los Muertos. This year, to help you understand and celebrate the traditions and beliefs surrounding these annual holidays, we … Continue reading →

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San Francisco Celebrates Dia de los Muertos

The city shares in the celebration of life and death
Posted on November 2, 2011 by Dana Sitar (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Today marks the second day of the celebration of Dia de los Muertos. With one of the richest Latino populations in the country, our community is lucky to be able to share in this celebration of life and memorial to … Continue reading →

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