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9/11 First Responders Develop Cancer at an Alarming Rate
To date, over 5,000 cancer diagnoses are associated with the New York terrorist attackIn the aftermath of the September 11th terrorist attacks in New York, thousands of first responders combed through the rubble, looking for bodies and artifacts from those who had died. For months afterward, construction crews joined them, clearing the dust and debris that covered lower Manhattan like a shroud. Soon afterwards, families returned to their…
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Monday Hearts for Madalene
Page Hodel creates beautiful hearts as an ongoing celebration of loveIt’s an honor for SevenPonds to share with our readers the story of the Monday Hearts for Madalene project, a true account of the power of love in the midst of death. The project’s origins take us to 2005: the moment Page Hodel encountered Madalene Rodriguez and fell “instantly, dizzyingly in love with her.” The couple’s first meeting was…
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Be Prepared for Emergencies As Death Nears
Know what to expect as you approach the end of your lifeJohn had advanced pancreatic cancer. He was 37 years old and married, with a 2-year-old son. He had already endured several rounds of debilitating radiation and targeted chemotherapy, spending long weeks in a hospital far away from his family and friends. But the treatment had helped. His pain had lessened considerably, and he now felt well enough…
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9/11 Memorial Museum Holds First Art Exhibition
New York marks 15th anniversary of 9/11 tragedy with evocative artsIn the heart of Manhattan, nested within the 9/11 Memorial that is built upon Ground Zero — the site where the Twin Towers of the World Trade Centre once stood — a museum holds records and remnants of one of the most shocking events to have occurred on American-claimed soil in modern times. This year,…
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Our Weekly Tip: Avoid Costly Court Fees with Non-Probate Assets
Learn which of your possessions are non-probateOur Tip of the Week: Many people believe that as long as they draft a will, their assets will be distributed exactly as they wish after they die. However, this isn’t always the case, especially when you’re dealing with probate. In probate, the court looks over a list of your assets, appraises their worth, and verifies…
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What is a Doctor’s Role in Advance Care Planning? (Interview)
A medical doctor discusses his passion for palliative and hospice careToday SevenPonds chats with Dr. Karl Steinberg, MD. about his two-decade medical practice focusing on palliative and hospice care. Dr. Steinberg is the medical director of three nursing homes and Hospice by the Sea (since 1995). He currently sits on the board of directors at AMDA (American Medical Doctors Association) where he focuses on post-acute and…
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“Bridge to Terabithia”
A novella that introduces the imagination to the reality of lossOne of my favorite childhood memories is of snuggling up on the living room couch with a good piece of fiction. I was an avid reader. For the most part, reading was my escape from the real world, a world that was impacted by numerous family illnesses and deaths. I usually strayed towards action, mystery,…
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“The Parting Glass”
Toast a loved one goodbye with a sweet melodyThe traditional Scottish farewell song “The Parting Glass” is best paired with a loved one’s favorite drink and some warm-hearted company. Before Robert Burns wrote “Auld Lang Syne” — a tune still greatly favored to say goodbye to the year as it goes out — it was purpotedly the most popular song in Scotland and…
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