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Southern Resident Orca Mother Mourned Newborn Who Had Died

The mom, known as J35, carried her baby who had died for more than two weeks

A recently reported incident out of the Pacific Northwest has added to the notion that animals grieve their loved ones who have died like humans do. A Southern Resident orca caught nationwide attention for two weeks when she was spotted carrying … Continue reading

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Broken Heart Syndrome and Dying Together – Or Not

Finding meaning in a couple's life and death journey

There are numerous touching stories about broken heart syndrome, in which long-time couples die moments or days apart. The family is sad, but comforted by the belief that “they wanted to be together” at the end. Like many, I love these … Continue reading

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