Extending Condolences to a Jewish Family

April 10, 2012

Dear Caring Carol, My Jewish neighbor of many years passed away and I would like to extend condolences to her family with more than just sympathy cards. Someone told me I shouldn’t send flowers. Do you have any suggestions? Soraya in Clifton Dear Soraya, Traditionally, it is considered inappropriate to send flowers when a person [...]

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Quotations Of Support Through Grief For Sympathy Cards

April 3, 2012

Dear Caring Carol, I was researching ways to tell someone how sorry I was that she lost her father and came across some sayings that I would like to share with your readers. These quotes would be perfect for sympathy cards or inclusion with floral arrangements. “If a friend is in trouble, don’t annoy him [...]

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The Ex Side of the Family and Proper Funeral Etiquette

March 27, 2012

Dear Caring Carol, I have a huge dilemma. My close friend’s ex-husband passed away. They remained friendly after their divorce, especially for the sake of their two very young children. I want to be there for Chelsea, but I know I am going to feel extremely awkward seeing his family. I know the events leading [...]

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Searching For Help and Grief Counseling

March 20, 2012

Dear Caring Carol, I have heard the statement “Grief shared is grief diminished” and always thought that was for people who didn’t have anyone close to them to talk to or were too weak to help them selves. I am not the type to join groups or share my innermost feelings with strangers. Then within [...]

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No Notification of the Passing of a Close Friend and Former Neighbor

March 13, 2012

Dear Caring Carol, I need your advice, I am so livid I don’t want to say or do anything I will regret later. Growing up my family and our neighbors were very close. Although Mrs. Moore was the mother of two, we were only about 10 years apart in age so we were friendly. Back [...]

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