Tag Archives: Loss

Franny’s Last Ride by Mike DeStefano

The comedian and storyteller shares his struggle to support his wife at the end of life
Posted on November 14, 2012 by Dana Sitar (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Comedian Mike DeStefano died of a heart attack March 6, 2011. In 2007, he appeared with The Moth storytelling organization to tell the story of his wife, Fran, who was dying in hospice after a drug addiction and affliction with … Continue reading →

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“Nobody Wants to See a Clown in Pain”

Anthony Griffith made people laugh for a living, while suffering the ultimate heartbreak
Posted on October 10, 2012 by Dana Sitar (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Comedic actor Anthony Griffith was riding the final wave of the comedy boom in 1990 with three coveted appearances on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson. He did all this while watching his daughter die of cancer. “It was the best … Continue reading →

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“Death of a Salesman” by Arthur Miller

Examining the effect of loss in "Death of a Salesman"
Posted on September 17, 2012 by Kelly Larsen (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

***This post contains spoilers***   Death of a Salesman, Arthur Miller’s most famous play, obviously has death in it; but I would argue that the most tragic part of the play is the failure of communication between the characters, particularly … Continue reading →

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A Beach Heart for Madeline

A glorious memorial to honor the loss of a loved one
Posted on August 5, 2012 by Dana Sitar (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

This summer, Bay Area artist Page Hodel brought together family, friends, and fans of her Monday Hearts for Madalene to craft a heart from the most sympathetic medium she could find: humans. Dozens gathered at this beach on the Pacific … Continue reading →

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Trauma After the Aurora Theater Shooting

Lessons from Carolyn L. Mears on this emotional shock
Posted on August 1, 2012 by Dana Sitar (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

As we, in solidarity with individuals and organizations across the world, continue to express our sympathies to those affected by the tragedies of the Aurora theater shooting of July 20th, SevenPonds wants to touch on a subject we have yet … Continue reading →

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Gain Comfort and Solace Through Laughter

Frank & Funny greeting cards give you a unique way to offer your sympathies
Posted on July 29, 2012 by Dana Sitar (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

A new greeting card line written exclusively by stand-up comedians offers road-tested jokes for all occasions. “Frank & Funny,” created by Seattle comedian David Crowe, even has a few cards that let you laugh out loud at aging, illness, and … Continue reading →

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