When and how to show your sympathy in a letter Fact checked by Zerah Isaacs Medically reviewed by Dakari Quimby, PhD A condolence letter is a note expressing your sympathy. It can be a great source of ...

The author always wrote thank-you notes as a child, and is making her kids (not pictured) do the same.Peter Dazeley/Getty Images I grew up being told the importance of writing thank-you notes. My ...

We may be in the throes of Christmas prep right now, but before we know it, the wrapping paper will be cleared away, and kids will be enjoying a new fleet of exciting toys and treasures. After the fun ...