person A: We had a house fire last year that destroyed everything _comma_ it was very tough on my family
person B: I am so sorry to hear that_comma_ it must have been heartbreaking. How did your family cope?
person A: My family was strong through it all but my kids lost all their favorite possessions_comma_ but no one was hurt and thats all that really matters
person B: Well that's good to hear. Possessions can be replaced but your family is all that really matters in the end!