Day 17 -- Something you're proud of
Yesterday I had lunch with my nephew.* He's in 8th grade now. I try to see him once a month. I'm proud that we're able to maintain this relationship as he grows into a teen. I think adolescents need someone they can turn to who isn't their parent -- I know I did! -- and I want him to know I'm available.
*He dips his pizza crusts in ketchup before he eats them.
These are the thoughts and observations of me — a woman of a certain age. (Oh, my, God, I'm 65!) I'm single. I'm successful enough (independent, self supporting). I live just outside Chicago, the best city in the world. I'm an aunt and a friend. I feel that voices like mine are rather underrepresented online or in print. So here I am. If my musings resonate with you, please visit my blog again sometime.
I love that I can stay close to my Virginia nieces through FB.
ReplyDeleteI love apple/cinnamon candles too. Happy Sunday!
ReplyDeleteMy grandson is very close to his uncle!
ReplyDeleteThat's awesome that you make a special effort to spend time with just him, outside the rest of the family. I'm sure that is a great relationship for him to have in his life. I hope I can be that great of an aunt to my Squeak as he gets older!
ReplyDeleteI love hearing about your niece and nephew. They are so lucky to have such a caring and involved Auntie!
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