When someone has experienced a loss it can feel strange and wrong to also say happy birthday. But birthdays occur every year regardless of other events. So those grieving a loss will still have a birthday and you may want to reach out and acknowledge it. But what do you say? Does it need to … Read more
After you’ve lost your mom and her birthday comes around it can be really difficult. Although the grief of losing a parent never passes it does lessen with time. But when those big days that you would have celebrated with your mom – birthdays, anniversaries, Christmas etc. – arrive it can bring that grief and … Read more
Unfortunately because of declining health with age or illness we sometimes require a caregiver to assist us. Quite quickly they become invaluable to both the family and the person in need. So when those needing the care pass away it’s understandable to want to thank the caregiver. They have been there to help and look … Read more
‘My heart goes out to you’ is often used when sending or offering condolences to those who have lost a loved one. It’s a touching few words that express your sadness and thoughts to those who are going through such a difficult time. But even though it’s a lovely sentiment you may feel like you … Read more
When you are sending someone a sympathy card, text message or offering your condolences to those who have suffered a loss you may find yourself saying ‘with deepest sympathy’. It’s one of the most widely used phrases and ways to end a sympathy message. It’s a touching sentiment that shows you’re understanding and empathy for … Read more
When there is a national tragedy or just the passing away of a loved one then a condolence book is often opened to leave messages of sympathy. But knowing what to write in a condolence book can be both difficult and worrying. You don’t want to write the wrong thing but at the same time … Read more
When there is a natural disaster, something like an earthquake or tsunami, the devastation can be massive. Sadly many lives are lost and homes destroyed. It is a time of both national and personal loss, grief and sadness. To the people affected it will be heartbreaking to have lost their loved ones. You may be … Read more
When someone you know has to go into a hospice it can be a scary and upsetting time. Sadly a hospice is where those who are terminally ill are looked after, which means they won’t be coming home. That means you’re talking to someone who is coming to the end of their life. Knowing the … Read more
Sympathy and condolences aren’t just for those that have lost someone to death. The end of a relationship – breaking up with your boyfriend, girlfriend, husband or wife – deserves just as much sympathy and support. Breakups are so hard for those involved. Splitting up with the person you’ve loved is heartbreaking and it’s in … Read more
As times have changed so have the way we offer our condolences. Not so long ago you might have sent a card or talked to those grieving in person (you still can, of course!), but with the internet and social media more of us are sending condolence messages on Facebook. Facebook has become such an … Read more