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Coping with grief

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Published August 24, 2026

Winston, an Animal Ally
Winston, an Animal AllyWinston, an Animal Ally
I adopted Winston from the shelter not long after I lost my brother to suicide. Winston was only 6 months old, I was 17 trying to cope with the loss of my brother and continue on through high school. Winston was there for me even when I felt like I didn’t have anyone. While my brother never had the chance to meet winston I know they would’ve loved eachother.

Winston is My Best Friend and is featured as a Dog.

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