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Vermont Passes Aid-in-Dying Legislation
Multi-year campaign pays off for supporters of choice at the end of lifeThank you, Compassion and Choices for sharing this news with us: Today, an important victory for advocates of end-of-life choice. The Vermont legislature passed the Patient Choice and Control at […]
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“Unforgettable”
The popular funeral song that’s tried and true for a reasonCreating a playlist for a loved one’s funeral can be a difficult task. What kind of message are you looking for in a funeral song? What’s the right tone to […]
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From The Old American Way of Death to the New American Way
A fan sends me a strong message to please examine the funeral businessAs SevenPonds grows, I continue to be deeply touched by fans who reach out to me in a multitude of ways. I receive emails, calls, letters and some even approach […]
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“The Book of Awakening”
Mark Nepo lends some insight about accepting our ultimate fate in The Book of AwakeningI’m sure you’ve noticed by now that, here at SevenPonds, we’ve talked several times before about accepting our deaths and embracing the unknown. We know there are benefits to accepting […]
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The Fantastical Photography of Kirsty Mitchell: A Tribute to Her Mother
How the photographer memorialized her mother by creating a world of fairy tales inspired by her childhoodKirsty Mitchell has been working on a project four years in the making, where she photographs fantastical, wildly radiant scenes of fairy-tail women in elaborate costumes. These story-book images are […]
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What is Grief Support for Neonatal Death? (Interview)
A place where parents can find support after losing a childEllen Kelly Daley is the president of the board of directors at HAND, a resource network of parents, professionals, and volunteers who provide support for those who have lost a […]
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Filipino Funeral Customs
Paying homage to the dead in the PhilippinesA mix of Christian values and indigenous beliefs, Filipino funeral customs represent a unique blend of ancient and contemporary traditions. In times both past and present, Filipino culture has valued […]
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In the News: Will Vermont Be the First Legislature to Approve an Aid-in-Dying Bill?
This week they debate a bill similar to Oregon and Washington state ballot initiative lawsBefore the Vermont legislature is set to adjourn Saturday, the Senate is still uncertain whether it will pass aid-in-dying legislation, modeled after Oregon’s and Washington state’s Death with Dignity laws approved via […]
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