Someone close to me has lost her mother a few years ago. This week is tough because its the 7 days prior to her death. Unfortunately for me, I really have no understanding as to how it feels to lose a parent. I want to be there for her so that she has someone to talk to, however since I have never experienced what she has I don't truly understand what she is feeling. I also understand that expressing how much pain is involved is difficult, but if anyone has any pointers for me that would be great. In some circumstances the "I'm sorry, I know how you feel" are good, however this is different because I really don't.... Most people don't unless they have really experienced it for themselves.
