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slightlv

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1. I've heard there are actual physical reasons for people dying of "sadness" over the loss of a loved one.

Reply to 68er (Original post)

Thu Jun 4, 2026, 03:23 PM

14 hrs ago

I can't remember what it was called; maybe someone else around here has heard of it, as well. But such a sad story. I loved her graphic novel. Such a wonderful, sensitive woman. May she RIP and strength with her husband.

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I've heard there are actual physical reasons for people dying of "sadness" over the loss of a loved one. slightlv 14 hrs ago #1

Broken heart syndrome. LisaL 14 hrs ago #2