Manny, 1 year old, NJ | 4 DAYS WAITING |

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Good Grief

Immanuel is a curious, playful, and joyful little one discovering the world one small step at a time. He has an older sister who lost her younger brother, and even though he never met him, that loss is still part of the family’s story. His smiles, his energy, and the love he brings remind everyone that healing is possible and that new life and hope can grow even after heartbreak.

A zoo membership can help Manny feel connected to his older brother in a simple, meaningful way, because it lets the family return again and again to a place filled with love, laughter, and their happiest memories together. Since the zoo was his brother’s favorite place, every visit becomes a quiet way to remember him—seeing the animals he loved, walking the same paths, and sharing those moments as a family. Even though he never met his brother, growing up with these traditions helps keep his brother’s spirit alive and makes him part of the story in a gentle, natural way.