Boy Goes to Visit Twin Brother’s Grave, Doesn’t Return Home Even at 11 p.m. — Story of the Day

The Wesenbergs faced a parent’s worst nightmare when their son Ted drowned in their pool one Sunday. Despite Paul’s desperate attempts and paramedics’ efforts, Ted couldn’t be saved. Devastated, Paul and Linda’s grief fueled daily arguments, blaming each other for the loss. Their surviving son, Clark, felt neglected, missing Ted and the family’s former harmony. Unable to endure their fights, Clark fled to Ted’s grave, where he was frightened by teens in robes.

Cemetery guard Mr. Bowen rescued him, offering hot chocolate and wisdom from his own loss. Meanwhile, Linda and Paul, realizing Clark was missing, rushed to the cemetery. Overhearing Clark’s pain, they were moved to reconcile. They burst into Mr. Bowen’s cottage, tearfully embracing Clark. Thanking Mr. Bowen, who became a close friend, the family began healing. Over months, they found peace, learning to cherish Clark and move forward positively, proving love can mend even the deepest wounds.