Tag Archives: Grief Loss and Bereavement



 “All Things Must Pass” by George Harrison

Music for funerals can be uplifting, as heard in this beautiful tune from the late Beatles guitarist
Posted on October 7, 2014 by Marissa Abruzzini (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Letting go is one of the most difficult things in the world, but George Harrison might make it a little easier. His song, “All Things Must Pass,” off of his solo album of the same name is a subtle take … Continue reading →

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“The Truth About Pretty Girls” by Karin Slaughter

Karin Slaughter explores how death has the power to reshape our lives
Posted on September 22, 2014 by Kimberly Lane (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

“The Truth About Pretty Girls” is a salty and bitter story about how anger and grief can rule over the heart, even decades after someone has passed. Slaughter’s story comes to us as an audiobook exclusive in her collection, The … Continue reading →

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The History Behind Firing Guns at Military Funerals

An exploration of the history behind firing guns and cannons to honor service members, veterans and diplomats at military funerals
Posted on July 24, 2014 by Kimberly Lane (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Even for those who have never personally attended a military funeral, most Americans are familiar with the traditional customs that are practiced during the ceremony. The image of booming shots echoing in the calm of a grave site after a … Continue reading →

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 “Dance with my Father” by Luther Vandross

A bittersweet song about a family remembering and mourning the loss of a father and a husband
Posted on July 15, 2014 by Kimberly Lane (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Losing someone with whom you were extremely close to is never easy. It will stick with you for the rest of your life. As some of you may have seen in other articles on the site, such as our review … Continue reading →

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Memorial Celebration: Paper Heart Decoration Idea

A touching decoration when event planning for funerals
Posted on June 14, 2014 by MaryFrances Knapp (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Celebration of Life Planning: The DIY Heart Decoration These DIY memorial hearts make a tender addition to a celebration of life ceremony. Here’s how to make one: 1) The Perfect Paper: Whether or not you want the heart’s paper to … Continue reading →

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Transforming Loss (2013) by Judith R. Burdick

Director Judith R. Burdick shows how grief can help surviving family members strive to make the world a better place
Posted on May 30, 2014 by Kimberly Lane (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

The death of a loved one is never easy. Whether the loss is sudden and unexpected, or if it is a long time coming, the grief that we feel in the moments, days, or even years after losing someone who … Continue reading →

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