Just Ask Elizabeth: Friends Passing Away

Dear Elizabeth,

My holiday season was full of happiness and sadness. While we had holiday season great times with family, two friends passed away and left a void in all of us who knew them. Tough times. Any coping suggestions?

Signed,
Sad in Shenandoah

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Dear Sad in Shenandoah,

Glad for your good holiday times and so sad for your losses. We all know your pain but try always to fill your heart every day with great memories of your family and friends.
It is the best way to keep their memory alive.