One of my friends gave me much help by being wise and kind enough to just be there for me, without trying to tell me how I should feel or act. —MARY, 52 When my brother died, a friend of his called and said simply, “This really sucks. Your brother didn't deserve this, and neither do you.” That was the most genuine expression of sympathy I received. Often it's the small expressions of sympathy that comfort the most.
