subject: The Sympathy Gift Throw Blanket - A Lasting Expression Of Condolence [print this page] Recently, as an alternative or complement to cards, flowers and gift baskets, there has been a large increase in the sympathy gift throw blanket being used to convey messages of condolence. This is a great way in which to express love and support for a family in a more enduring manner. Whether we were an acquaintance of the deceased or purely wish to show our friend or loved one how much they mean to us, the sympathy gift throw blanket provides those who have lost a loved one with something that cards, flowers and gift baskets simply cannot do alone - a lasting expression of condolence.
Cards of condolence are a longstanding and simple gesture that allows us to depict, in words, how we truly feel about the loss of an individual. In reality, cards are oftentimes tucked away, easily lost or destroyed, and can fade or weaken in their overall effect over time. Floral arrangements, too, are a traditional element of any funeral or memorial service and are a very visible display of the sympathy we feel. Unfortunately, these arrangements can sometimes have the unintended effect of creating sadness for the family as they watch these symbols of the occasion left behind at the graveside or simply wilt and die at a later date. Gift baskets, as well, represent a thoughtful, tasteful and respectful sympathy gift. However, some grieving individuals may experience a heightened sense of loss as the sympathy basket contents are consumed and no longer present.
Carefully selection of the sympathy throw blanket, on the other hand, is a wonderful alternative or complementary sympathy gift for a grieving family member or friend. Most sympathy gift throws are woven with printed inspirational text or scripture which allows for the conveyance of the sympathy message much like that of a card. Likewise, the sympathy gift throw blanket can be tastefully displayed at the funeral home during family calling hours or amongst floral arrangements at the funeral or memorial service. More importantly, the sympathy gift throw blanket provides warmth and a sense of comfort long after the funeral ceremony is over. During those lonely periods of time in the days, weeks and months to come, the bereaved may wrap themselves in the throw blanket or place the throw blanket on a bed, chair or sofa previously used by their loved one as a way of remembrance and consolation. The sympathy gift throw blanket also has the potential of acting as a treasured lifetime family keepsake as a lasting tribute to the memory of their departed loved one.
Providing those who have lost a loved one with cards, flowers and gift baskets is a great way in which to show that we care. But, the sympathy gift throw blanket will allow us to send a unique gift which has true meaning and will help in continuing to console a family member or friend during the days ahead. By choosing specific colors, designs and inspirational text, you ultimately provide the bereaved with something useful and lasting in which to celebrate the life of their loved one.
