My mother and I just found out that our cousin's (my second ), (my mother's first) 24 year old son died in a car accident , we hear it from another cousin. She is beside herself to contact anyone, should we call her? She lives in the USA and we live in Australia, my mother hasn't seen her since they fled their home country. My mother talks to her on the phone occasionaly and I E mail her but we have heard nothing, should we call?
2007-01-15 20:28:08 · 17 answers · asked by ANASTASIA_NIKOLAIEVNA_ROMANOVA 3 in Family & Relationships ➔ Friends
Course you should. She needs to know she still has family that care.
When you lose someone you love, the last thing you want to think about is who are you going to tell, or who needs to know.
When you lose someone you love, and I mean really love, like a family member, you don't want sympathy, you want to know that there are people there for you, to help you get throught this difficult time.
A mother should never have to bury a child. I know that is a cliche but it is true.
2007-01-15 20:35:59 · answer #1 · answered by Spikey and Scruffy's Mummy 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes Call Her.
And Tell Her In A Smooth Voice:
"Hello This Is (Your Name).
We Just Want To Say That We're Sorry About What Happened. I Hope You'll Take Care. And I Will Pray For You"
Do It Like Catholics
2007-01-18 17:33:03 · answer #2 · answered by Patrick Cool 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you can, stop by to give you condolences. If not then call. Everyone knows that condolences do not solve anything or remove the hurt over the loss of a loved one, but it lets the living know that they are not alone in their grief.
On the lighter side, think of condolences as being happy someone is married. Even if you don't want to go to the wedding, you still show your support.
2007-01-15 20:33:44 · answer #3 · answered by EATTHEAPPLE 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Regardless of past event, in times of need people need helping hands or even a shoulder to cry on. Friends come and go, but family is still family.
2007-01-15 20:34:56 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's a times like these that families rally together. It doesn't matter how often you speak when something bad happens you let them know that your thoughts and prayers are with them. If you don't call now how will you ever call again.
2007-01-15 20:34:37 · answer #5 · answered by noddy 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes pls call and offer your condolences. At such a time people count on their families.
2007-01-15 20:52:01 · answer #6 · answered by crispey_honey 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Of Course!
2007-01-15 20:31:01 · answer #7 · answered by Vince 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes i think you should give them just a quick call just to pass on your condolences plus ...or you could send them flowers, card etc to them as well
That is so sad
2007-01-15 20:43:15 · answer #8 · answered by ausblue 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Of course - a phone call and a follow-up e-mail would be most welcome. People want to know that other people care. Even if they are lost in a fog of grief right now, they will remember your kindness.
2007-01-15 20:32:07 · answer #9 · answered by Curious1usa 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You should call. If she is unable to talk she will probably let you know that she hurting too much too talk. I would also email her since you have her email.
2007-01-15 20:32:48 · answer #10 · answered by Chicago Girl 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋