Are you fortunate enough to have a family friend whose input has been meaningful in your life, someone that you call "Auntie" or "Uncle" although they are not biologically connected to you? Such a person was my Aunt Frances.
This family connection began many years ago in Ireland where my mother's family and Auntie's family were close friends. It carried over to this side of the Atlantic when she emigrated to America after World War I. Her fiance was killed during that war and she needed a new beginning. She never married.
Her new life included being a part of our family's life. I believe that my mother made sure of this connection as an effort to bring her some happiness. It was mutually beneficial , as her gentle spirit and Irish humor were always evident, especially when it came time to "read the tea cups" (mentioned in the blog MY IRISH MOTHER).
Her happiness was made more complete when, after World War II, one of her sisters decided to immigrate to America, bringing a niece with her. The niece married an American and raised a family. Auntie and her sister eventually moved into that home and Auntie's last days were made complete.
Why do I tell you this story? Because I want you to nurture the relationship that you have with an auntie or uncle. Call or write them today, and thank them for being a part of your life.
More, later.
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i never heard of her! wow!
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