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It is never easy comforting a relative, friend or associate who has lost a loved one. People are often uncertain as to the best way to show their sympathy. Adding to this uncertainty are changing trends in how Americans commemorate the death of a loved one. Services are simpler and shorter. Viewing periods are now typically limited to one day, if they occur at all. A greater number of cremations have resulted in shorter or no memorial services.<\/span><\/p>\n Flowers have traditionally been sent to the funeral home for display during the viewing and service. However, this does not mean that there should be no show of sympathy if no service is held. Grief therapists agree that the rituals surrounding death are an aid in the grieving process. In instances where there is no service, experts recommend sending condolences to the bereaved person or family’s home.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner admin_label=”Row”][et_pb_column_inner type=”4_4″ saved_specialty_column_type=”3_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”sympathy flowers section Text” background_layout=”light” text_orientation=”left” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid”]<\/p>\n Flowers are a thoughtful way to honor a beautiful life. This section is designed to show a variety of styles appropriate for sending an expression of sympathy. The guide will help you communicate with your florist to select an item that best expresses your feelings. Click the images to get a larger, printable copy, including a list of flowers and plants featured.<\/p>\n Photo Gallery<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner admin_label=”Row”][et_pb_column_inner type=”1_3″ saved_specialty_column_type=”3_4″][et_pb_blurb admin_label=”floral baskets” title=”Floral Baskets ” url_new_window=”off” use_icon=”off” icon_color=”#7e1286″ use_circle=”off” circle_color=”#7e1286″ use_circle_border=”off” circle_border_color=”#7e1286″ image=”https:\/\/safnow.org\/aboutflowers\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2016\/11\/AboutFlowers_Designs_SympathyFlowers_basket_PhotoCourtesySmithersOASIS.jpg” icon_placement=”top” animation=”off” background_layout=”light” text_orientation=”left” use_icon_font_size=”off” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid”]<\/p>\n A basket of abundant flowers is a thoughtful selection for the home or service. This style can be created in a variety of sizes.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb admin_label=”Wreaths” title=”Wreaths” url_new_window=”off” use_icon=”off” icon_color=”#7e1286″ use_circle=”off” circle_color=”#7e1286″ use_circle_border=”off” circle_border_color=”#7e1286″ image=”https:\/\/safnow.org\/aboutflowers\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2016\/11\/AboutFlowers_Designs_SympathyFlowers_wreath_orangeRoses_PhotoCourtesySmithersOASIS.jpg” icon_placement=”top” animation=”off” background_layout=”light” text_orientation=”left” use_icon_font_size=”off” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid”]<\/p>\n A floral presentation often used because a circle symbolizes eternal life.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column_inner][et_pb_column_inner type=”1_3″ saved_specialty_column_type=”3_4″][et_pb_blurb admin_label=”Specialty Designs” title=”Specialty Designs” url_new_window=”off” use_icon=”off” icon_color=”#7e1286″ use_circle=”off” circle_color=”#7e1286″ use_circle_border=”off” circle_border_color=”#7e1286″ image=”https:\/\/safnow.org\/aboutflowers\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2016\/11\/AboutFlowers_Designs_SympathyFlowers_specialty_PhotoCourtesySmithersOASIS.jpg” icon_placement=”top” animation=”off” background_layout=”light” text_orientation=”left” use_icon_font_size=”off” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid”]<\/p>\n Florists can create personalized designs symbolizing eternal life, religion, special remembrances, or personal affiliations.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb admin_label=”Flower Arrangements” title=”Flower Arrangements” url_new_window=”off” use_icon=”off” icon_color=”#7e1286″ use_circle=”off” circle_color=”#7e1286″ use_circle_border=”off” circle_border_color=”#7e1286″ image=”https:\/\/safnow.org\/aboutflowers\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2016\/11\/AboutFlowers_Designs_SympathyFlowers_arrangementLily.jpg” icon_placement=”top” animation=”off” background_layout=”light” text_orientation=”left” use_icon_font_size=”off” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid”]<\/p>\n These arrangements are appropriate for the home or service and can be designed to fit any budget. They are also the perfect sentiment to send weeks or months after the service to let loved ones know you are thinking of them.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column_inner][et_pb_column_inner type=”1_3″ saved_specialty_column_type=”3_4″][et_pb_blurb admin_label=”Flower Spray ” title=”Flower Spray ” url_new_window=”off” use_icon=”off” icon_color=”#7e1286″ use_circle=”off” circle_color=”#7e1286″ use_circle_border=”off” circle_border_color=”#7e1286″ image=”https:\/\/safnow.org\/aboutflowers\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2016\/11\/AboutFlowers_Designs_SympathyFlowers_Spray_PhotoCourtesySmithersOASIS.jpg” icon_placement=”top” animation=”off” background_layout=”light” text_orientation=”left” use_icon_font_size=”off” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid”]<\/p>\n Florists can create personalized designs symbolizing eternal life, religion, special remembrances, or personal affiliations.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb admin_label=”Flower Dish Gardens ” title=”Flower Dish Gardens and Green & Flowering Plants ” url_new_window=”off” use_icon=”off” icon_color=”#7e1286″ use_circle=”off” circle_color=”#7e1286″ use_circle_border=”off” circle_border_color=”#7e1286″ image=”https:\/\/safnow.org\/aboutflowers\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2016\/11\/AboutFlowers_Designs_DishGarden_blue.jpg” icon_placement=”top” animation=”off” background_layout=”light” text_orientation=”left” use_icon_font_size=”off” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid”]<\/p>\n A garden-style collection of green and blooming plants serves as a lasting tribute for the family or loved ones. Florists can provide an individual green or flowering plant as a loving message to the family.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner admin_label=”Row”][et_pb_column_inner type=”4_4″ saved_specialty_column_type=”3_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”a name = after anchor tag” background_layout=”light” text_orientation=”left” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid”] <\/a> [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Rule line Text” background_layout=”light” text_orientation=”left” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”The weeks after funeral text” background_layout=”light” text_orientation=”left” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid”]<\/p>\n The funeral service is over. Friends and family have paid their respects and gone home. There are no more hectic plans to distract the grieving family, and the shock has worn off. They are now left feeling lost and alone.<\/p>\n Experts say that although the initial outpouring of sympathy is a great comfort to a family that has lost a loved one, many people experiencing such a loss appreciate being thought of in the weeks and months after the funeral.<\/p>\n Consider sending flowers or a plant with a personal note to the home of the bereaved. Your message of, “I’m here if you need me,” will show the bereaved that no matter how much time passes, he or she can count on your support.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”a name = card anchor tag” background_layout=”light” text_orientation=”left” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid”]<\/p>\nTypes of Sympathy Flowers<\/h3>\n
\nThe Weeks Following the Funeral<\/h3>\n