What a heartwarming story! It’s truly amazing to see that level of trust and gratitude from animals, especially a mother bear. For her to feel safe enough to bring her cubs close shows a deep bond and understanding between them. Stories like these really highlight the incredible connections that can form when kindness and care are given to wild creatures. Thank you for sharing, Helen—it’s such a beautiful reminder of the trust animals can have in us when treated with respect and compassion! ❤