Comments on: How to comfort those who mourn http://www.themodestmomblog.com/2010/12/how-to-comfort-those-who-mourn/ Combining Femininity With Fashion Tue, 18 Jun 2013 12:27:11 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.5.1 By: Laurel http://www.themodestmomblog.com/2010/12/how-to-comfort-those-who-mourn/#comment-8615 Laurel Sat, 18 Dec 2010 08:24:38 +0000 http://modestmom.fivejsdesign.com/2010/12/16/how-to-comfort-those-who-mourn/#comment-8615 I actually pulled away from friends that would not even acknowledge more than an "I'm sorry" after my mom passed away. It really hurt, but I've come to realize that it wasn't that they didn't care, they just really didn't know what to say. I try my best now to reach out to those who are hurting. Thanks for this post. I hope it helps us that have read it to be more compassionate.

]]> By: Ruth http://www.themodestmomblog.com/2010/12/how-to-comfort-those-who-mourn/#comment-8614 Ruth Fri, 17 Dec 2010 17:22:04 +0000 http://modestmom.fivejsdesign.com/2010/12/16/how-to-comfort-those-who-mourn/#comment-8614 Caroline,
While everyone grieves differently, grief is always the same. Unfortunately, unless someone has experienced the loss of close loved one, understanding how to comfort them can be awkward. I'm proud of you for letting others know how you feel, so that they can mourn with you. Remembering and talking was an important part of the healing process for me, too.
I remember very distinctly the last hug your mom gave me and it makes me smile every time I think of it. She was such a beautiful person.
I'm praying for you, Caroline!
Love, Ruth

]]> By: Mrs David W http://www.themodestmomblog.com/2010/12/how-to-comfort-those-who-mourn/#comment-8613 Mrs David W Thu, 16 Dec 2010 22:26:48 +0000 http://modestmom.fivejsdesign.com/2010/12/16/how-to-comfort-those-who-mourn/#comment-8613 Thank you so so so much for posting this!
It is so difficult to find words to say to the grieving.
My son passed away five years ago and so many of the things you described happened to me.
Especially the two month mark issue.
The Lord is faithful and as you have experienced, a few tender friends keep asking.
I now try and council others in regards to helping those that are grieving I tell them to reach out, share, tell them you are praying.
It is scary to say something when someone loses something. If you never say anything though… they will never know you care.
Praise the Lord for your courage in sharing this! I will be praying for your hearts and continued healing.

]]> By: Caroline http://www.themodestmomblog.com/2010/12/how-to-comfort-those-who-mourn/#comment-8612 Caroline Thu, 16 Dec 2010 20:40:49 +0000 http://modestmom.fivejsdesign.com/2010/12/16/how-to-comfort-those-who-mourn/#comment-8612 Kristy,

I am SO sorry to hear that you lost your husband. I have thought many times since losing my Mom how I would handle losing my husband. My heart goes out to you.

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