When I was in the hospital with colon cancer a friend put together a nice little package for me. It had a small journal, an Angel, a puzzle book, coloring books and crayons, body lotion, lip balm(much needed), blueberry decaf tea and some life savers. I enjoyed it all!! It was so much nicer than flowers. I had so many of them already. hope this helps you, I hope your friend does well .