How do you write a sympathy note to a colleague?
930367
i would go to a card shop and pick out a sympathy card as opposed to writing a note....a note seems a little too informal for the occasion...and also a card will have a nice sentiment on it so you don't have to think of anything to write...you can just sign it "thinking of you..."\nif the colleague is some-one you are really close to, you might consider offering to pick up any of his/her shifts to help out
180652
I recently have experienced this. I have in the past as well. I suggest deep respect in any connection without exhibiting deep sadness or regret. Also saying "I'm sorry" isn't a good approach.\n\n   The best, most effective approach however, may be, chat about the positive aspects of that person, and their accomplishments. Be lite hearted without being overwhelmingly humorous, but let it flow, from them as well.\n\n   For me, I know even now, that tomorrow isn't promised. Share with them the value of every upcoming moment, get involved more closely in sharing yourself with them as a friend, not someone who has already buried them.\n\n   Celebrate with them all the good that has been and still can be, even when terminal.\n\n   They already know that the end is imminent. They don't need to be reminded of it from others, especially friends.\n\n   My only regret truly is in what I'll end up not finishing. The list never stops growing, and yet will eventually stop being accomplished.\n\nRev. Steven
923085
=I am sorry for the loss of your classmate. The guidance counselor is always there to help you as well as keep talking about it because it helps process the grief you are feeling.  Try to go to the wake and maybe the funeral with someone.  It would also be a nice gesture on your part to send the family a sympathy card telling them why their loved one was so special to you.  God Bless.
269568
How awful. I guess you can probably help him best by not avoiding him. A coworker of mine lost a son and when I wrote a sympathy card (on each anniversary of his death) she wrote back, "It's so nice to hear someone mention his name, finally. Everyone else is afraid to bring up his name, but seeing his name in print, acknowledging his life...helps me to remember his life."\n\nDon't avoid him...that's the best advice I have. And don't feel as if you have to come up with a "hallmark sentiment" every time you cross paths. Just give him a quick squeeze on his arm, move along with life, look into his eyes, cry along with him...don't avoid his pain.\n\nHe'll never forget your courage and friendship.
333925
I would suggest writing a letter and asking your boss to read it so you could discuss the letter with her at a later time.  It may be a good idea to let an impartial friend read the letter first so they can judge how well you state your facts and avoid putting in any personal barbs in the letter.\n\nGood luck
196310
I would say give them at least a week and if they don't write back, write something, jokingly (I stress that, keep it light), along the lines of: "Sorry you can't afford to pay your internet bill," or something like that.  In the meantime, flirt with someone else so you don't subconsciously come off as desperate when you write.  Also if they're not interested (and there's a possibility they're not) you have that someone else to move on to.
934551
What the card says is perfect.  Maybe below it just write something like, "Any time you need to talk I'll be there." or "Hope things get better for you."  Something simple, short, and sweet.  You seem like a great friend.  God bless you!
1058443
Did you know the woman personally, or anything special about her (hobbies, collections, etc., especially ones you might share)?  If so, you might want to throw in a happy memory or something like that.  If not, his thought that YOU thought enough to send  condolences will probably serve.
929017
I wouldn't write yours sincerely, or yours truely... thats more of a love letter...\nI would leave anything like that out, and just put your name, date... blah.\nGet ahold of an english book with the format, or google it\n\nI would make sure to use examples about how she has helped others, maybe some reasons she felt the need to shoplift (desperate, sad, angry... ect.)\n\nAnd maybe that she is not usualy like that and has never done it before (if this were true)\n\nGood luch with it
696044
I personally hate facing people i disappoint so i write a letter first apologizing and explaining my actions,also since it is a teacher include what steps you will take to make sure that you don't make the same mistake again. give it to her in a nice essay form and she will obviously see the extra effort you put in and probably forgive you.
197426
It is best to write it yourself, as you know the person leaving and can give it that personal touch that no cut-and-paste source will provide.  It doesn't have to be more than a couple of minutes!
489354
You can start your letter by telling him that you read in the paper about his mother. Give him your condolences, and then tell him how time had taken your paths away. And just share with him a little of how you are now, and maybe ask him how he's doing? And I'm sure he would be happy to hear from you. Hope this works.
626359
Well even though you only knew him/her for for a short while, if it is sincere good luck or good-bye then it will be ok since you have not known him/her long. I would probaly start the letter of by saying I know we have not known each other long.......
167099
write that best thing happened to me thing. How about:\nYou are my life, my soul, a part of me, you are my weaknes and my strenght. Without you I am nothing, with you I am more than I ever thought I could be. lol, thats what I would write If I was you. Id put some more thought on it thought I wrote this in a rush. Just be sincere, sweet, slightly poetic. and think real hard on how she makes you feel and how to express that in a beautiful way.\nP.S.: What I wrote is an example, I wouldnt use it if I was you cuz it would be really weird if ur girl found out u copied words from a person in Yahoo Answers for her letter.
853627
tel him how you feel, adn that you are truely adn deeply sorry, thats all you can do.
483494
on the top left of the blank page write ur address.after that leave a line and put date below it.below the date write the address of the person u are writing to.the below it write subject.below it write salutation.then start the letter explainig ur problem in 2 paragraphs.then conclude the letter in the last para
713799
Pick out a nice card that you feel suits hers and your personality.  Sign it simply, that's best.  \n\nLike,\n\n"You mean a lot to me, and my prayers and thoughts are with you."\n\nor\n\n"Please know I am here for you in this difficult time."\n\nDon't fo with the "so sorry" thing...it's overdone and we all know how little the usual response like that affects us.  Let your friend know you care.  That is what it is all about.