It’s hard to think of anything worse than losing a child. But to do so out of the blue and unexpectedly will devastate the lives of the parents and family. When that happens if you are a friend or loved one you will want to reach and offer your condolences and a few words of … Read more
When someone loses their brother it is heartbreaking. Especially if they had a really close bond. Losing someone so special is something you never get over. The loss of a brother will bring feelings of grief and loneliness. It may have been a bigger brother who you saw as someone who would protect and look … Read more
A first holiday without a loved one can be filled with real grief and sadness. It coming so soon after having lost someone makes it harder to celebrate and enjoy the festivities. So how do you approach it if you know someone in that situation? What do you say when it’s someone’s first holiday without … Read more
Knowing what to say to someone going to a funeral may seem difficult at first but it doesn’t have to be. When someone is attending a funeral it can cause strong emotions. Funerals are when we remember and say goodbye to our loved ones. This can be difficult for many people, so keep that in … Read more
When someone you care about passes away you will receive condolences and sympathy cards from the likes of friends, family, colleagues and more. That means in time you will want to thank those people and send sympathy thank you notes to coworkers, friends and family. It’s only polite to let them know you appreciated their … Read more
‘Heaven gained an angel’ is a sweet phrase that is used to mark the passing of a loved one. When we lose someone special we like to think of them as happy and in a better place – like heaven. So as a way to remember and commemorate the departed there are different quotes, messages, … Read more
When sending a sympathy card it’s always important to keep in mind the recipients faith. Religion is extremely important to many people and plays a huge part in both life and death. So if you are sending a card or writing a message to someone after a loss you may want to use a Christian … Read more
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
‘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