How Do You Write A Sympathy Card That Offers Real Comfort?
Writing a note in a sympathy card is often difficult. What can you say that could possibly alleviate the grief that someone is feeling? How can you let someone know that you are thinking of them without sounding trite? Believe it or not, there are many ways to say “I’m sorry this happened” in a sincere manner that will have meaning for the reader. Follow these steps to writing a satisfying sympathy card that will give real comfort to those you love. SAY HOW YOU FELT WHEN YOU HEARD THE NEWS. Begin a sympathy note by getting in touch with the feelings you felt when you first heard the news that the person had died. Write down your feelings and thoughts. For example: “I was so sorry to hear that Jeff had died. It made me sad to think that I would never see him again.” Or “It’s hard to believe that Chris will never come in my front door again. I always looked forward to hearing his take on the latest political news.” Or “I was heartbroken to learn about Charlie’s funeral. I will miss seein
