Blogs Writing from Pollen Pollen Current Events Stay in touch with Pollen’s updates and commentary on a variety of grief-related topics. Explore the Blog Grief & Gratin Sadness… Softened by Starch. Grief & Gratin is a blog that focuses on food and grief, specifically Potatoes.There will be videos, recipes, and blog posts revolving around different cultures who use potatoes in their funeral food. Read About Potatoes