My sister-in-law’s husband died last year, and for a while, I was at a loss for words. What could I say that would matter? What use are condolences after the loss of a spouse? Ultimately, I realized ...

There's nothing that can really soothe the ache of losing a beloved son. Yet, words are often all we have to show our support for those processing their grief. If you know someone who has lost their ...

<p><br><P> The family of the late Harry Horn expresses its thanks and sincere appreciation to all family members, friends, co-workers, doctors, nurses and all other well-wishers for your prayers, ...

"Our thoughts and prayers are with you." This statement of sympathy is almost predictable, and increasingly questioned or mocked by cynics for its appropriateness, after a tragic event. It has become ...

If you have lost a close family member, friend, or romantic partner, you know how painful those early days, weeks, and maybe years can be. In the immediate aftermath, you may receive a variety of ...

When given devastating news, such as learning a friend has stage 4 cancer, my first thought is to say, "You will be in my prayers." But if a friend is not of the same religious beliefs, this is not ...