my mom passed away, and I need to put a thank you in the paper, but have no idea how to word it
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Thank you to all my Mom's friends for their kind thoughts and gestures during these difficult times.  Your kindness and generosity is very much appreciated.
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I am so sorry for the loss of your sister and great grandson. How deeply heartbreaking. I lost my 18 yr. old daughter, Jill, in a car accident on August 2, 2002 and her birthday is coming up on March 14th. I have a memorial site for Jill and it has lots and lots of poems on several of her pages. Some of them are copyright that were written just for me and my daughter and others are not.  You are welcome to visit Jill's memorial site and especially look on her birthday and anniversary pages and you are welcome to highlight and copy them.  As long as they were not written exclusively for me and my daughter, you are welcome to use any of the poems you would like.  If you have any questions, or need further direction on finding poems, please feel free to e-mail me at peggyrose011058@aol.com.  God bless you and my prayers are with you, Peggy (myangeljill)
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How about folding a piece of paper in half, writing on the outside of it Happy Mother's Day because you are special to me and then on the inside list all the things that make her special - you know the everyday things - like making you get up when you don't want to, take a shower, brush your teeth, do your chores, homework, etc. Tell her that even when you have the worst thoughts about her, you would never want them to come true because you know that you really love her - and then if you live where there is grass and wild flowers or weeds - pick some - they don't even have to be the most beautiful - and hand it all to her - and as you hug her neck - say Mom, I could have bought you anything, but I wanted to give you a little piece of my heart, but he surgeon wouldn't cut off just a little piece, so I hope this will do!  I promise you will have given her more than she could have ever desired of!  I know it's what my 13 year old son gave me - he's 17 now - and the notes are still my favorite gift from him!  And the hugs are the really special part!!
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What you have just said is what you should put in your note. She was a sweet person, happy and friendly, and would do anything for you. That's a wonderful accolade! \nBelieve it or not, it DOES help to hear kind things about someone you love. No, your card can't change anything, but just letting the rest of the family know what a special person she was can help. \nFollow your instincts on this -- you're doing great!
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Well first and foremost personalize with their name. If you are thanking them for a gift, include  what that gift was and how you will use it. \n\nIf this is like for wedding gifts, only do about 10 at a time so your handwritting doesn't get sloppy and tired.\n\nQuotes are good, if you know your audience.
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How very nice. I would put a small thank you notice in the bulletin. Just say the -----family would like to thank our brothers and sisters for the recent kindness. It was greatly appreciated
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I wouldn't think it necessary as far as regular rules of etiquette go, since it was an indirect act (it wasn't donated in the name of your sister-in-law). I would definitely thank her, and possibly giver her a token or gift of appreciation, and tell her how much it meant to you.
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my dear my heart goes out to you and your family, i know exactly well no i cant say i kn ow how u feel we all grieve in our own ways, visit my website a page i dedicated to my mother in the sources below, maybe this will help? i dont know, but its been 5 years this year since my mother has passed im am 28, your heart will mend in time, ask God to help you through your tough times, its not gonna be easy but he will be there for you when you are down I PROMISE IF U DO SEE MY WEBSITE PLEASE SIGN GUESTBOOK, AGAIN MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU AND UR FAMILY WELL IM TRYIN TO PUT MY HOMEPAGE BUT IF U WANT TO KNOW IT JUST PM ME ON YAHOO WITH THIS PROFILE NAME OK THANKS
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Well first of all let me say I am sorry about the death in your family.\n   If I were in a situation like yours, what I would do is make a photo album of all her pictures and everything that was apart of her life. Or I would plant a bush of her favorite flowers. \n   I hope this helps!!!\nGood luck to ya!
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Oh, I'm so sorry to hear about your Mom, but I think your response to honor her memory is awesome. Yes, it's quite normal, even after all the years have gone by. I just lost my Dad last month and I feel that he touched my life like nobody else ever could. I hope to feel that same way forever too. Memories are meant to cherish. Your Mom was lucky to have a devoted daughter like you. I think when we lose a parent it's a gap that no one else can ever fill. And it's important to pass along those memories and traditions to our children.
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Dear, dear friends, who feel like a real family, I wish to express my deepest and sincerest appreciation for you being here for me during the last two years and making my life a most memorable, comfortable, and happiest time of my life.\n  As a result of your kindnesses, I hope to make someone else, some day,  feel as Special as you have made me feel.\n  As I leave you shortly, remember you'll always have a place in my heart, and I hope that we might stay in contact during the years to follow.  Thus, let us exchange addresses now to prepare for the happiness that we pray will be the content of our letters.
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I like the idea of the framed photo. Parents always like stuff like that. Maybe you could even wait until after graduating to give it to them, so that you could get a photo of yourself in a cap and gown.\n\nOr even just a heartfelt letter of thanks may do the trick.
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I'm sorry about your loss. I lost my mother 2 1/2 months ago and will soon be going through a first mother's day without her. Because Mom was such a jokester and loved life to the fullest, when our spirits droop and tears threaten us, we share memories of something she did or said that made us laugh at the time. It's what she'd want to see within the family.. not alot of depressed and unhappy loved ones mourning her loss. It's really ok to laugh and smile.. dont spend too much time grieving over her loss, rejoice that you were blessed enough to know her as long as you did. Get the picture albums out and remember those things that made you smile and laugh. It's a great connection and keeps the memories strong of the woman you both loved so dearly.
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I am  military widow. However you write it will be fine. I have many cards and letters from civilians to generals, and they are all different. I dodn't believe there is any proper grammer or format to give condolances and thanks.
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I would suggest calling a florist and having a beautiful centerpiece delivered.......have one with a candle in the center so you can light it and all give thanks!!!  No a thank you note is always a nice touch......I am sure you will make a wonderful impression on the family!!!  Do NOT pick up anything at the grocery store as I am sure she has the entire meal planned!
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Just do a quick "Thank you for the gift.  I really appreciate it." If you want to tell them what you will use it for, you can do that (particulary if it you say something like "I plan to put into into my college savings account").  \n\nDepending on how often you see your grandparents, you may want to end the note with something like "I will see you soon", "I hope all is well", "I look forward to seeing you at Thanksgiving" or updating them on anything that has happened recently in your life.
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"I heard of your loss, and I just wanted to offer you and your family my sincerest condolences in your time of grief." \n\nThen just drop it. He may respond, he may not. But your kindness will be noted.\n\nGood luck.