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“It’s A Wonderful Life”
A classic film that explores purpose, community, and the unseen impact of a single lifeSometimes life can be a hard slog, full of struggles and losses and triumphs and fleeting periods of happiness. Meaning is elusive, and sometimes our impact on others can seem as negative as it is positive. And, of course, our lives are finite. They began and they will end, and these bookends will inevitably force…
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Find New Ways to Connect this Holiday Season
Research over the years has shown a surprising spike in death rates, particularly by natural causes, near or just after the holidays, compared with the rest of the year. Reasons for this are yet unknown, though a number of theories have been formed. One touching idea comes to mind: perhaps those facing the end-of-life wish to…
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Happy Holidays from SevenPonds!
In the spirit of spreading cheer, enjoy the lighter side of SevenPonds: Stars and Clover, the SevenPonds office foster kittens! Keep a smile on your face, and enjoy your friends, family, and loved ones this holiday season. Thank you for joining SevenPonds in our infancy in 2011 — we can’t wait to share with you…
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Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep
A touching gallery from the “Now I lay Me Down to Sleep” FoundationLearn more from our interview with NILMDTS co-founder Sandy Puc’.
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How to Deal with the Loss of a Child? (Interview)
Henry Allen co-founded The Brain Candy Project along with his son Cameron, who was diagnosed with brain cancer at age 11. The Brain Candy Project is a nonprofit organization that helps support parents and guardians of children suffering from critical illnesses. Kelly: For those readers who may not be familiar, what is the Brain…
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“Prime Time: making the most of all your life”
A book taking a positive look at the way we ageJane Fonda, one of the most admired actresses in Hollywood, has released a new book called Prime Time: Love, health, sex, fitness, friendship, spirit–making the most of all of your life that might just change the way we think about aging. While we all know she looks great for her age, to look as truly…
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Holiday Sugar Cookies
So many of us have memories of making holiday cookies with family throughout our lives. At any point, it is a soothing ritual, an activity that signifies togetherness and family bonding — and, of course, the comfort of that delicious treat at the end! Coming together for this simple activity can be a source of…
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