Saying ‘my condolences’ is a way to express your sympathy and empathy for someone who has suffered a loss. It is most often used when the loss is a family member, friend or loved one, but can also be appropriate for something like losing a job or other misfortune. ‘My Condolences’ ...
Writing a Sympathy Card for the Loss of a Distant Relative Most of us know what a sensitive subject death is when the deceased was someone close to you. Losing a parent, sibling, spouse, or child is one of the most difficult experiences, and showing your support through sympathy cards, fu...
When a friend or relative has passed away, you may worry about what to say in a handwritten sympathy card to the family. The best thing is to say is “what you truly feel,” says the Emily Post Institute. Your sincerity will be appreciated. If you wish to share a memory of the dece...
I am writing to extend my deepest sympathy. It broke my heart to see lots of homes had been destroyed in the tragic hurricane. I can imagine how difficult this time must be for you and your family. But where there’s life there’s hope. Some organisations in my country are...
Step 2: Learning to reply invitations If you receive an invitation without a response card included, you should reply with a separate card. It is polite to reply as soon as possible, even if you can’t attend, so that the organizer has got time to invite someone else that they di...
Not only do we get together once a week to learn about the cultural heritage, but we pay visits to the local cultural relics regularly. 【3】 In order to raise people's awareness of preserving Chinese cultural relics, my club often gives lectures to let more people know that ...
Differences between a Sympathy Card and a Condolence Letter Sympathy cards are typically short notes that you either purchase or make to let a family know that you are thinking of them. Much like a birthday card or other commemorative item, the sentiment is short and sweet (although these part...
A hand written letter is best. A sympathy card from a shop is not going to be as personal. If you want to send a card then one solution is to send a hand written letter inside. The letter can be addressed to a single bereaved person or to the family as a whole. It should be re...
Writing a condolence letter or sympathy card can be very challenging but it is very important after a death to comfort the family or spouse of the deceased. However, there is a formula to follow and some tips that can make writing a condolence note or sympathy card easier. ...
A well worded letter of condolence conveys your unsaid emotions and concern to the reader in an effective manner. Your written words of sympathy for the sad person will be more supportive than a generic condolence card. It expresses your tribute to the deceased and concern to the bereaved. The...