The Wetlands teach children that sadness is not something to fear, hide or hurry away. It is a gentle emotion that reminds us how deeply we care, how greatly we love and how much our experiences matter.

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Had Sad helps visitors understand that it is okay to feel sad. Sadness does not make us weak. Giving ourselves time to feel it can help us heal, seek comfort, share what is troubling us and show compassion towards others experiencing difficult moments.

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The Wetlands remind every visitor that feelings change with time. Even after the heaviest rain, the waters settle, the light returns and new life begins to grow.