I'ts not so much that I am angry, but more upset. What would you think?
A few days prior to Thanksgiving I sent my friend a "CHEERFUL" funny Thanksgiving email, wishing her & hubby a Happy Thanksgiving. We are not the closest of friends, but wanted to wish them well. I didn't hear back for several days, so I resent the email (thinking I made a computer/address error.) A few days ago this is the email reply I received:
"Bet you think I'm a real turkey, but we've had some sadness in the
family.
Just before Thanksgiving, my little two year old nephew died. He dove
into
a tub of water, knocked himself out, and drowned. There was only about
3
inches of water in it! So unbelievably sad. I've been in Chicago, and
came
home for Thanksgiving to a house full of relatives.
I'll write more later, but I just wanted to say thanks for the good
wishes!
Hope all is well."
I was so sad and upset to read this email. I couldn't stop visualizing the horrific tragedy, since she went into detail. I don't know her family, but I think it's a terrible email to send to anyone. I have not replied, because all I can think to say is "I'm so very sorry for your loss." If it were me, I simply would have said - sorry I didn't get back, there was a death in the family, and wish me a happy holiday, and thank me for the email. Maybe some people just need the drama. It worked. I feel sick, having read it on-line -- and so graphic to boot.
I guess, for safety's sake, if this helps someone save a life, then, I'm okay with passing it along.