yes, it did for me as well. I am sorry to be the bearer of bad news. . I would like to add, You don't have to pass on the house as soon as your first peep dies. However, the others left in the house will be very depressed. Most of us here cant stand to see our little peeps depressed so we go ahead and start the next generation. but there are quite a few who wait till both parents die, and all children are off at college. Again Good Luck!