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What does it mean?
Two babies meet again at death after lifetimes apart, questioning what meaning was made of their shared existence.
In plain terms
Birthmates meet at end of life and ask what they thought of it.
What can you take from it?
Life is brief; reflection matters at the end.

Where it applies

  • life reflections
  • final moments
  • wondering

Putting it to work

  • reflect on life
  • record memories
  • share stories

Questions to consider

  • What do you think of your life?
  • Does the beginning matter to the end?

Another view

The setup is highly contrived and poetic rather than practical.

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