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“I’ve learned to be okay with not having all of the answers. We can celebrate the good days knowing that bad days might still come. And it’s been reassuring and encouraging to meet others who are living through what I lived through.”

– Kara G.

But be prepared for real, not-so-rosy answers. Don’t compare their journey to someone else’s or feel pressure to say the just-right thing. Simply listening can go a long way.

Know that there is no ‘getting better.’ It’s OK to celebrate the good days knowing that bad days might still come.

Because symptoms and challenges can vary daily, plans may need to change. “Be patient and keep reaching out—I still want to be included, and I’m doing the best I can with what I’m given each day.” – Kara G.

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Get Well

It's no fun being sick or being homebound due to an injury, surgery or illness. Send healing thoughts and lift the spirits of a friend or family member with encouraging get well soon wishes. Sometimes laughter and messages from the heart really are the best medicine when enduring health problems. At Hallmark, you'll find a range of get well cards, including funny get well messages to sincere cards for those facing cancer or other serious illnesses to religious get well messages. Showing your support and sending positive thoughts to another person can boost her mood, just by letting her know someone else is thinking about her.  We even have pick-me-up cards in Spanish. Sometimes you just want to send a more general message of encouragement, or let them know you're thinking of them. We have lots of cards for those situations too. No matter which card you pick, if your loved one lives far away, try Sign & Send to have a handwritten message added to the card and mailed for you. Not sure what you want to say? Check out our writers' suggestions for get well wishes in a variety of situations, as well as tips for providing comfort to someone facing a serious illness. We also have ways you can support the caregivers, courtesy of our friends at CaringBridge.org.