Actually, I didn't really get a get well card, I got a thinking of you, just wanted to say hello card, but it's for a friend who was in an accident and I'd like to say, glad you are okay because it could have been much worse, but she's not exactly okay and has a long road to recovery and may never walk again. Any ideas?
2007-02-14 05:20:04 · 11 answers · asked by graybear 4 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
i'm glad your here today get well just know i'm here for you if you need someone
2007-02-14 05:24:53 · answer #1 · answered by j_baby 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Just tell her that your prayers are with her and you are praying she'll have a complete recovery. As long as your words are from the heart it will be OK.
Show her how much you care by being there for her. Call her frequently. Ask how she is doing. Listen to what she has to say and let her get it off her chest. Ask if there is anything she needs. Don't rely on her to call you for help, keep being there and asking. As her friend, all you can do is be emotional support.
2007-02-14 05:29:58 · answer #2 · answered by kj 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
How about acknowledging her long road to recovery, but mention the role you hope to play in that- will you be there to hold her hand, or would you like to call and encourage her regularly? Express your sincerest wishes that she will keep her spirits up and offer whatever gifts you can, whether cookies, bowls of soup, cards, rides to the hospital, a shoulder to cry on, or a listening ear.
2007-02-14 09:03:19 · answer #3 · answered by AMEWzing 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First, please acknowledge the humor in Gray's answer. A little slapstick and dark, but nevertheless, funny. Here's the deal. You want to write, or at least make it sound like you are there speaking to your friend opposed to sounding like a Hallmark card. You can even think in terms of being on the phone with that person and just let them know you're there if they need you.The reassurance of your friendship is the most important item in letting them know who their real friends are in times of crisis. MS
2007-02-17 19:03:21 · answer #4 · answered by Martin Stuart 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oh I 'm so sorry for your friend, but miracles do happen and sometimes doctors' opinions are not accurate.
Why not just say I'm thinking of you and want you to know you're in my thoughts and my prayers.
See you soon .
And mean it , don't not visit her as she recovers even if it is uncomfortable for you, this is the time WHEN she will really need support and friends.
Perhaps include a little angel pin or angel itself of hope inside.
2007-02-14 06:31:23 · answer #5 · answered by Lizzy-tish 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I agree...don't say "it could have been much worse" because that won't make her feel better. It kind of trivializes what she is going through. Please be sure to make frequent visits and encourage her-it sounds like she has a difficult road ahead. Celebrate the small victories. Best of luck to your friend-she'll be in my prayers!
2007-02-14 13:25:23 · answer #6 · answered by Froggy78 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Let her know that you are happy she is still here and if she ever needs anything to let you know. Don't say that it could have been worse, she probably isn't very happy at the moment and would think that you are belittling her injuries, which isn't your intention, but it could be taken that way.
2007-02-14 05:50:40 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Never say "It could have been much worse." That doesn't make the person feel any better. Say, "My thoughts and prayers are with you as you recover from your accident."
2007-02-14 05:29:05 · answer #8 · answered by notyou311 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Dear ####,
How are you doing? I just wanted to wish you well and let you know I'm thinking of you. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you. Do not hesitate to call me for anything.
something here#### (best regards)
Name
2007-02-14 05:31:12 · answer #9 · answered by Polynomial 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Say something like, "You are in my thoughts and prayers, please let me know if you need anything."
2007-02-14 07:25:17 · answer #10 · answered by GLSigma3 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋