* Behave naturally
* Show genuine concern
* Offer love patiently and unconditionally
* Offer hugs or an arm around the shoulder, as appropriate
* Sit next to the person who wants closeness
* Make it clear that you are there to listen
* Express your care and concern
* Say that you are sorry about the loss
* Say “I love you” if you feel close enough
* Talk openly and directly about the person who died
* Cry if you feel like crying
* Keep in mind that evenings, weekends, anniversaries and holidays can be extra challenging times.


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Comment by Diana, Grief Recovery Coach on January 16, 2009 at 6:16am
Gina,
You are in my prayers.
((((((((((hugs))))))))))
Diana
Comment by Gina Stroup on January 15, 2009 at 11:20pm
Please pray for us.
Comment by Gina Stroup on January 15, 2009 at 11:20pm
Oh this is so true, not only did i have to get thru thanksgiving and christmas jan 28th is my husbands birthday. I think three months in a row is depressing, and my weaknesses are starting to show. I just want to dream about him so i can see him, unfortunately... i have not been able to dream of him not once. I am having such a difficult time this week. Sometimes trying to be strong when you want to cry is so hard. My daughter has lost temporary custody of her four boys all under eight. Her son wandered off and someone called social services. Now I am taking care of them age 1 and a 1/2 and 3 and 6 and the oldest eight all boys. How can i be strong? They need love at this tough time. I have to be strong for them and at night i just cry. I have to thank God thank he gives me what I need to give them what they need.

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