I have come to see that when tragedy strikes...
The initial outpouring of concern from others is supportive and amazing.
After a brief period of knowing your tragedy and supporting you....interest wains.
As time goes on, you find that all interest in your circumstances by others has disappeared. Everyone assumes that you have survived the incident and you are well.
But there is a long time of recovery from any tragedy. Folks, don't forget about others in their pain. They may have survived the incident, but know that your ongoing support and concern is still very much appreciated.
Even after SURVIVAL, there is PAIN and HEALING necessary.
It may not seem like much, but any little thought of caring can go a
long way in someone's recovery. Don't assume that the individual has
recovered from the tragedy! It is a lifetime process. You have the ability to be someone's 'LIGHT IN THE DARKNESS'. You just don't know what your small act of kindness might do for them.
