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[C.Ann]

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[barkley]

i think muffins and things that they can offer to people who stop by are great (when we've had deaths we were'nt into eating much, but it was nice to have food out to offer others-and we were inclined to eat along with them). maybe some not sweets like croissants or bagels and some cream cheeses. we ended up getting inundated with fried chicken-which was nice and appreciated, but it was more the 'snack' type stuff that got used up.

 

[Hedy]

 

[C.Ann]

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[CEDmom]

Maybe you could make a nice big pot of soup and put it into small containers that they could freeze and have on hand. Of the top of my head I know some fish, and certain deli meats/cheeses are not recommended for pregnant women. Some nice rolls or biscuits to go along with it would be great. Then they'd have some complete healthy meals to just heat up.

I'm so sorry about you SIL's friend.

 

[lovemygoofy]

Something that we found really handy was a big large crafe(sp?) of hot water for making tea, coffee and hot chocolate if you have one of those.

What about a sandwhich tray with some different breads and veggies so they could make sandwhiches or the mom to be could make a salad?

Have you ever tried crescent rolls that have cream cheese in the middle? These are really good and small so can be taken on the go.

I'm sorry that poor family is going through so much in such a short time.

 

[Serena]

C.Ann, I think you are a very caring person and I'm sure anything at all will be welcomed.

 

[C.Ann]

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[LBAK]

I second the soup suggestion. I think that's a great idea especially with some multi-grain rolls or bread for her. They can also reheat it if someone drops by and interupts their meal. I remember when my mom died and people dropped by. I always ate cold meals.

No cold cuts, tuna, salmon (from a can) when pregnant.I work for an OB/GYN and she tells our pregnant ladies that all the time. Just turkey if you're doing cold cuts.

You're a great second mom! How's you're daughter feeling C.Ann?

 

[C.Ann]

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[kejoda]

What a sad situation. One thing I always do is buy the family toilet paper, paper towels, paper plates, plastic silverware and clorex wipes.

As for food maybe get some peanuts, chips, cassoroles in small servings containers(the small ziploc containers serve 2) that can be frozen. Even spagetti frozen would work.

 

[Feralpeg]

C.Ann, my mom died of a brain aneurysm at age 49. I was 23 at the time. It just came out of nowhere. My heart goes out to the woman's family.

 

[lovemygoofy]

Here is my new fav soup receipe and I altered to my own by adding a handful of frozen corn with a can of black beans and rotel instead of the seperate chilies and tomoates. I don't know exactly if this would hurt the mom to be though. It wasn't spicy at all just savory.


Mexican Chicken Soup From Food Network Kitchens

If you can't find posole, which is also called hominy, feel free to substitute frozen corn kernels.


2 tablespoons canola oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium rib celery, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
6 cups chicken broth, low-sodium canned
1/4 cup canned green chiles
1 (15 1/2-ounce) can posole, drained or frozen corn kernels
4 canned whole peeled tomatoes, roughly chopped
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 cup cooked skinless shredded chicken breast (about 4 ounces)
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
Juice of 1 lime
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, garlic, chili powder, and cumin, and cook until the onion softens, about 5 minutes. Add the chicken broth, bring to a boil, reduce the heat slightly, and simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Add the green chiles, posole, tomatoes, and oregano and cook for another 5 minutes.
Pull the saucepan from the heat and stir in the chicken, cilantro leaves, and lime juice. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Serve hot.

Copyright 2004 Television Food Network, G.P. All rights reserved

 

[C.Ann]

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[lovemygoofy]

Oh, it won't make a difference. Just make it up as you go lol. If they've never had that soup from you they wouldn't know any different lol

 

[arminnie]

I'm so sorry.

Just last weekend the husband of a very, very close friend died of a brain aneurysm at 62. They had only been married for 3 years so were still on their honeymoon.

When my mother died we had tons of people bringing food by the house. I think our favorite thing though was someone who brought about 3 dozen hot donuts. She left them in the house when we were out. We all just chowed down on them.

Everyone of us said "Gosh, I never eat donuts" but then we all proceeded to eat 3-4 each (the teenage nephews even out did that).

 

[almburr]

I know here when someone dies alot of people stop by. THey are always offered something. One thing good to bring are papergoods. Toilet paper is a plus, so is napkins ,cups. This is something everyone uses but never remember to get.

Sorry to hear about the loss.

 

[KristiKelly]

I'm so sorry to hear about your friend.

My Grandfather died last Thursday.

Some of the things that were brought to us were:

Deli tray & bread- we're still eating on this and I froze some of the meat as well
Chicken pie - Easy to reheat.
Veggies - Mashed Potato, green beans, corn, etc. We had plenty of meat but not as much vegetables.
Drinks & ice
Muffins & O.J.

Paper plates, cups, napkins, spoons, forks, knives are always things they could use.

We got bombarded with pies and cake.

I hope this helps and again I'm sorry to hear about your friends death. So young.

ETA: Also, maybe some foil, saran wrap, ziploc bags, and disposable containers & lids. I didn't like keeping containers so I would switch to my own.

 

[MidgeD79]

My dd Jessica died 4/29/06 from a brain aneurysm at the age of 26. I know people brought food, but I can't remember what. Her kids wanted to eat, but I couldn't fix it. Whatever you take will be very helpful.

 

[Disney Doll]

When my DFIL died, one of their friends came by with about 2 dozen sandwiches already made on little dinner rolls. There was ham & cheese, turkey & cheese, chicken salad and tuna salad I think. All you had to do was put your condiment of choice on them. It was great, because you could grab one or two and eat them quickly.