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Bereavement
In reply to the discussion: My twin sister died yesterday. [View all]Captain Zero
(7,609 posts)73. Sorry for your loss of sister, Jane.
I've known a twin who lost their twin in adulthood. It is a deep grief, because the twin bond is much more than a sibling bond, it really is. It's ok to acknowledge that this deeply affecting you because you two were closer than siblings, actually closer in a different way than a spouse or partner. Please take care of yourself and support her husband as well. Sending good vibes, all that I can...
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Losing my younger sister is still so painful. I can't even begin to imagine losing a twin
Siwsan
Jul 2023
#3
My heart goes out to you. Losing a sibling is so hard. Loosing a twin must be almost unbearable.
ratchiweenie
Jul 2023
#49
My dear babylonsister, my heart goes out to you at this stressful time.
CaliforniaPeggy
Jul 2023
#68
My sister has been fighting it as well. She is making preparations now to pass on.
flying_wahini
Jul 2023
#71
I'm so sorry, babylonsister. Twins are so close, and I can't imagine how hard
highplainsdem
Jul 2023
#88
I am so sorry for your lose, Babylonsister. May her memories be a blessing to you.
debm55
Jul 2023
#100