I have always struggled with what to say when I find that someone I know has lost a friend or family member (I love it...lost like they're in hiding). What I mean is that I have a problem with what to say to someone grieving when someone has died. What words can I use to make that person feel like I truly care (because I do). I read an article and a response stuck with me and I wondered if maybe others needed these words too because they struggled with this as well.
How about...."I'm so sorry. Tell me more about your (father, mother, friend)"
How wonderful. How sincere. It beats the heck out of I'm sorry and awkwardly trying to segue into something less uncomfortable. Is there anything less uncomfortable to discuss than death? But this turns it into something loving and respectful and maybe even joyous.
Like I said, just wanted to share.