Also changing foodways - less sharing, more individual emphasis. More order, control, symmetry, and importance of the individual. Food Medieval cookery - stews. Changes in food prep. 17C - hallmark is broadcast sheet of refuse.
Deaths head earthly, neutral symbol, reminder of death and resurrection.
Early 19C beginnings of religous revival movements lead to the Great Awakening. End 18C - willow tree overhanging pedestaled urn Reflects important changes in religious views of New Englanders.