The poem would make a wonderful addition to a sympathy card for someone who is grieving, especially if you personalize your message. For example, you can adapt the verses in “Requiescat” so that they ...

Losing a friend or loved one is one of the most difficult things to face in life. Though nothing can take away the grief in the aftermath of a loss, the support and kind words of others can help make ...

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 ...

The perfect sympathy card is any sympathy card you get around to sending. I give myself this lecture every time I go in search of the perfect condolence card, which these days is too often. Don’t be ...

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 ...