I dont mind at all.
What do you say to someone whose child is dying of cancer. If its a coworker or acquaintance youre reaching out to its okay to send a more restrained message. Im sorry for everything that youve been through and that youre still going through Saying Im sorry for your loss can sometimes sound clinical and impersonal. Okay so clearly you didnt invent a cure for cancer.
The problem is that there are no perfect words to say. I heard your son has cancer and that really really sucks MD. Scary because of the words we all dread to hear from the doctorsIm sorry theres nothing more we can do for your child So when someone you care about is fighting this fight and hears those dreaded words what should you say.
If you are spiritual or religious you can say a prayer before your loved ones room and make it a point to be an active listener. Just checking in and wanted to say I love you. But remember at the end of the day being there for the child and their parents is the best thing you can do.
Thank you for being plain simple and on point. Tell me what you need and Ill bring it to you. Share a funny anecdote that will make the person laugh How to Write a Card to Someone with Terminal Cancer.
You may feel pressure to come up with something profound to say to a sick. Here is what I said to my distressed dying child as lovingly and reassuringly as possible. At the time they were a lifeline of connection for the two of us and for the rest of our family.
Im willing to help in any way Offer silence. Youre easily one of the bravest people Ive ever met and I dont know how you do what you do. Words of Encouragement or Messages for a Sick Child.