2007-01-16 20:52:14 · 44 answers · asked by magic_eightball83 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Friends
I think you should call not text
2007-01-16 20:54:48 · answer #1 · answered by msu_milk_chocolate 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Please don't text! I'd suggest a quick call to your friend, say how sorry you are and ask if there is anything that you can do. Make it a short call, let them decide when to end the call as they may have plenty to do.
Then, either buy a card or write a letter and send it to your friend. In it, express your sympathy at their loss, write a few lines about what a nice guy their dad was and also a few reminiscences that you may have about him, and end the letter with an offer to help, if there is anything that you can do. Don't worry about the words, if you write from the heart then the letter will convey what you want to say properly. Send the letter first class.
Now, go through your photo albums, do you have any photos? If you do, then give them, or get a copy made, for your friend. It's times like this when your friend wants memories and your reminiscences and photos will help.
Then stand back and offer support. Is there anything you can do at the funeral - be an usher and show people to their seats. offer to take someone who doesn't have transport to the funeral in your car? Stuff like that.
Just be in the background, helping quietly. That's what a good friend does. And then let your friend, when they're ready, spill out their heart and their tears to you.
2007-01-16 22:23:31 · answer #2 · answered by gorgeousfluffpot 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Text a friend because their dad died that is lame. Why can't you call and just say you are sorry to hear about their lose and let them know you are there if they need anything!
2007-01-16 20:56:23 · answer #3 · answered by LSD 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Might be more thoughtful to telephone and speak to your friend directly than just send a cold text. A few consoling words by phone will mean more. If the person lives nearby a personal call to see them could be a good way of showing you care.
2007-01-16 20:59:24 · answer #4 · answered by SYJ 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you should rather call or write a card or letter and drop it off - or some flowers. Or if its not such a close friend, then text and say, just heard your sad news, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I will call in a few days and hopefully I can come round to see you.
2007-01-16 20:57:38 · answer #5 · answered by supagrrrl84 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
your friend will have lots of people fussing over him now and prob want to be left alone a little while text to say that you are there 4 him if he needs to talk and tell him u will call at a certain time so if hes not up to talking he can have his phone switched off. sometimes people mean weel but keep asking how he is and hell get driven mad
2007-01-17 00:40:41 · answer #6 · answered by green 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sorry to hear ur bad news couldnt b arsd phoning u so copd out with a shty txt
2007-01-16 20:58:12 · answer #7 · answered by errbud 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are a good friend you will be there for them when they need you in person, not by txt.
2007-01-16 20:55:49 · answer #8 · answered by Vix 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you feel it is right to text to show your support then I would say something like 'just wanted to let you know that I am thinking of you and I am here for you if there is anything I can do'
Tough one though, you know your friend best and will know how to play it.
2007-01-17 09:04:59 · answer #9 · answered by girly girl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call if you can...only text if you absolutley must.
Say you're sorry to hear about their Dad, you know there's nothing you can say to make things any better, but you're there if they need anything or just want to talk.
2007-01-16 21:02:21 · answer #10 · answered by Sight 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just a txt to say that you are there for them if they need to talk
2007-01-16 20:55:33 · answer #11 · answered by Dazman 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋