MJN Posted February 21, 2008 Share Posted February 21, 2008 relatives we have not seen in many years? I don't want to be offensive or tacky. Thanks, Molly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted February 21, 2008 Share Posted February 21, 2008 I don't see why it would be either offensive or tacky. I think if your main message is one of comfort then the picture can be offered as a source of comfort too. Well, I just thought of one instance in which it could be highly insensitive - if the death you are sympathizing with were one of a child. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katilac Posted February 21, 2008 Share Posted February 21, 2008 I personally would not send the picture in a sympathy card - I would focus on condolences only, or fond memories of the deceased if that's applicable. Rather, I would send a follow-up note a couple of days later, saying that you thought they might enjoy seeing the kids. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs. H. Posted February 21, 2008 Share Posted February 21, 2008 I have some relatives who would become offended, saying I was trying to take the focus off their loss and focus it on my children. However, if I received a sympathy card with a picture of someone's children, I would not be offended (unless I had lost a child). But everyone is different You could choose instead to send the sympathy card alone, then send a short note and the picture a week later or so, when the family is in more need of cheering up by a picture of cute kids than sympathy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
readwithem Posted February 21, 2008 Share Posted February 21, 2008 I personally would not send the picture in a sympathy card - I would focus on condolences only, or fond memories of the deceased if that's applicable. Rather, I would send a follow-up note a couple of days later, saying that you thought they might enjoy seeing the kids. Agree with this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellie Posted February 21, 2008 Share Posted February 21, 2008 nt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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