Funeral Etiquette

When someone dies, so many things have to be done by immediate family members, and so many emotions are going on that food is usually the last thing on anyone's mind. Friends close to the family...

Ever struggle with what to say or how to help when someone has lost a loved one?

Death touches all of us. Whether it's the loss of a family member, friend or pet, everyone has experienced the need to send a sympathy card. While there are many cards to purchase, adding your own...

Knowing what to write in a card can be a challenge, whether you write in a sympathy card, birthday card, or thank you card. It is easy to waste time figuring out what to write, simply staring at...

Do you know what it takes to be well liked and popular? Power, fame, celebrity status, money? Sure, some may feel these things make one popular and well liked, but all one needs is at their...

What do you do when you hear bad news about someone? What do you say to a friend or loved one who is experiencing a really challenging time in their lives? As a culture, we are not taught how to...

Most people want to express sympathy when a friend, family member or work associate experiences the death of someone they love. Knowing how to express sympathy in those situations is not always...

A time honored tradition is the sending of a sympathy or condolence card when someone you know or love (or their loved one) passes away. Although this custom has been around hundreds of years, it...

When we are told there has been a death affecting someone we know or love, we might sometimes feel awkward or unsure of how to console that person; however, listed below are some points to keep in...

Comically referred to as “road kill,” there’s even a Road Kill Café. But none of us truly appreciate the needed sidestep on Philly streets when we skirt the victims of...

The loss of a loved one can be a difficult time for the bereaved. We begin showing our support by writing a simple and brief sympathy note. Here are some tips to consider.

Writing a sympathy card can be difficult- especially when a death or tragic event occurs around a holiday. Knowing how to acknowledge and support the bereaved during such a time is vital.

When we experience the death of a loved one, all of our friends rally around us for the few days of the viewing and the funeral. Unfortunately, after those short days we are left with no one. ...

Writing a sympathy card can be very hard. You want the recipient to know you are thinking of them but want to make sure you say the right thing at a very sensitive time. Here are some tips on...

Not sure of what to say in times of trouble? A few simple but well-chosen words can bring comfort.