Our grandmother’s are such wonderful and important parts of our lives. We develop really deep connections with them that are unlike other relationships. So when your grandmother passes away and you have to attend her funeral you will want to remember and pay your respects to her. That might mean giving a moving eulogy or … Read more
When you send a sympathy card to someone who has suffered a loss you probably spend most of your time on the message. That makes sense – it’s the words of sympathy you choose that they will read and hopefully take comfort from. But how you address a sympathy card is important too. Who the … Read more
After someone passes away we often look back on their life and think of all they achieved. And even though we are sad at having lost them we can take comfort knowing that it was a life well lived. Celebrating someone’s life is a good way to cope and deal with the pain their loss … Read more
When someone faces a serious or terminal illness then the care of a doctor is invaluable. They do all they can to try and help our loved ones or friends get better. Unfortunately that isn’t always possible. And although doctors give their all they can’t save everyone. But even if your loved one passes away … Read more
When someone loses an ex husband it can be a strange time. Although they may be separated there will still be a lot of feelings left over. When you’ve been married to someone you don’t just stop loving or feeling affection towards them overnight. Even if years have passed since a divorce their death will … Read more
When we lose a loved one, be that a family member, close friend or pet, it’s so hard to say goodbye. But at some point we have to accept they’re gone and let go. Letting go may seem like you’re giving up on that person or their memory. But nothing could be further from the … Read more
When someone you know suffers a loss you may want to reach out or talk to them. Offering condolences for a loss is a kind and natural reaction. But there’s a good chance you’ve hesitated before saying anything and thought “what to say to someone grieving?”. Don’t worry. You’re definitely not alone. Knowing what to … Read more
When an acquaintance or someone we don’t know well suffers a loss it can be hard to know what to say to them. When reaching out to friends and family it’s a little more straightforward as your relationship is stronger. But with someone you don’t know well, or an acquaintance, your relationship will be very … Read more
When you lose a father it is a pain like almost nothing else. Something that can compare though is the loss of a stepfather. A stepfather may not be a direct relation but that doesn’t stop the real bonds that form with them. So when one passes away it is understandably a period of grief … Read more
When giving a sympathy gift after someone has suffered a loss you may find yourself worrying about the correct etiquette. What’s appropriate, what isn’t, can I give money, when should I send it etc. Navigating what’s acceptable and what’s not can be difficult. Sending a gift after a loss is a lovely gesture but you … Read more