Tag Archives: San Francisco

“The Education Of A Coroner” by John Bateson

Part biography, part true-crime thriller, the new book details Ken Holmes' 36-year career with the Marin County Coroner's Office
Posted on December 1, 2017 by Lucas Morgan (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

“The Education Of A Coroner: Lessons In Investigating Death” by John Bateson tells the fascinating story of Ken Holmes’ career with the Marin County Coroner’s Office, where he worked for 36 years. He began his career there as a death … Continue reading →

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Eye of the Storm: Shawn Thornton Paints His Cancer

How an artist channeled a pineal gland tumor into stunning paintings
Posted on August 6, 2017 by MaryFrances Knapp (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Philadelphia-based artist Shawn Thornton, now 40, suffered from a cancerous tumor of the pineal gland in his 20s.  Later, he channeled the pain of that experience into creating paintings that speak both to contemporary and yonder periods of art. The works … Continue reading →

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What Is “You’re Going to Die”?

An interview with the movement's founder, Ned Buskirk, Part One
Posted on July 29, 2017 by Debra L. Stang (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Ned Buskirk is a writer, creator, educator and producer who lives and works in San Francisco, California. His most recent and most ambitious project to date is You’re Going to Die, (YG2D) a creative movement that brings people together at … Continue reading →

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How Can Caregivers Practice Self-Care During the Holidays? An Interview with Judy Long, Part Two

A hospital chaplain offers tips and calming techniques for caregivers
Posted on December 24, 2016 by Marissa Abruzzini (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Today, SevenPonds speaks with Judy Long, an educator and chaplain at UCSF Medical Center in San Francisco. In her role as a chaplain, she communicates with patients, families, caregivers, physicians and nurses to find the best possible care plan. Judy … Continue reading →

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How Can Caregivers Support Patients Without Suffering Themselves? An Interview with Judy Long, Part One

A hospital chaplain discusses how to both protect and open our hearts to loved ones
Posted on December 17, 2016 by Marissa Abruzzini (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Today, SevenPonds speaks with Judy Long, an educator and chaplain at UCSF Medical Center in San Francisco. In her role as a chaplain, she communicates with patients, families, caregivers, physicians and nurses to find the best possible care plan. Judy … Continue reading →

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What Kind of Life Do I Want to Live?

My reflections on the photography exhibition “Right, Before I Die”
Posted on July 11, 2016 by Suzette Sherman (Founder, SevenPonds)

Last night I attended a lovely photography exhibition that got me thinking not only about what it’s like to confront death, but also about what kind of life I want to live right now – at this exact moment in … Continue reading →

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