I just found out that my neighbours wife died very suddenly of cancer a few weeks ago. We knew she had been taken ill and I suspected that it wasn't good, but they are extremely private and we hadn't wanted to intrude to ask at a difficult time. Today our paths crossed outside and he told me she has gone. They were married 46 years and had barely ever been apart in all that time.
We dom't know them very well, but I feel that I'd like to make a suitable gift or do something. Is it appropriate to send flowers to a gentleman in his 60's? Would he appreciate something like a homemade fruitcake with a card? Any other ideas? I am so sad to hear the news.
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Joygirl78 · 01/02/2012 11:50
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