When is it too late to send a sympathy card?
On One Hand: Never Too LateWhen it comes to expressing your sympathy over an acquaintance’s loss of a loved one, it is never too late to send a note, according to Cindy Post Senning, a director of the Emily Post Institute.On the Other: Best to Send Right AwayAfter hearing of someone’s bereavement, the ideal time to send a card is within a week, according to Senning. The Simple Sympathy website says to send a card within two weeks. It is common for people to put off sending a card because they don’t know what to say. A simple note letting your friend know you are thinking of her will help.Bottom LineWhen people are grieving, it can help them to hear from others. It is never too late to provide comfort and healing. Do not be afraid to bring the subject up. The recipient still remembers the event. In fact, your late card could even offer more comfort if other support has dwindled.
