My nephews, Matt and Sam, moved to Kentucky a few years ago. Since then, I've felt disconnected from them, unable to maintain our special connection. Their family was visiting very briefly but due to my real estate showings, I was only going to have an hour or two with them.
Matt and Sam had other ideas and decided they needed to come to my home for a sleepover party at my distant Hamburg home - before knowing that we'd have hot fudge sundaes for dinner and stay up WAY late watching a PG-13 movie!
The boys didn't need that rope to be connected to me.
Matt and Sam taught me an important lesson. And for that, I am very, very thankful!
Irene - very nice and terrific post, both for the contest and for Thankful Thursdays! Looks like a great time with the nephews.
Irene, thank you for sharing your story about you and your nephews. Nice photos.
Looks like you guys had a really great time hanging out.
Mike,
Sometimes I "get" groups, Thankful Thursdays is one of those. Thanks for your visit.
I know the contest specified one photo but I don't have the wisdom of King Solomon and couldn't make a choice. I didn't upload the third, but this is my post and my comment, so...
One very happy Aunt Irenie!
Kathleen,
It is amazing how much spoiling can be crammed into 12 hours! I appreciate your comments.
JL,
We always have a blast together - I feel like a ninny for having worried that we "lost that lovin' feeling."
Beautiful! I am very close to my nephews and nieces and do not see them nearly enough now that they are all in their teens. Nicely done!
So we're in the same boat, Susan! Glad my little post made you think of those nieces & nephews. Given they're teens, try Facebook to stay in touch. That is how I keep tabs on my 15 year old niece. Thanks for your visit.
I have one brother with no kids. So when I married Donald and I was instantly blessed with 3 nephews and 3 nieces I was so excited. They live far away from me too, but I know what you mean.
Tammy,
These nephews aren't related by blood either - but heaven help anyone who denies they are an important part of my family!
Irene, I see you use all the tricks of the trade to be the favorite Aunt. Love should never be construed as spoiling :)
Matt and Sam are so lucky to have such a loving auntie! I'm sure they will treasure these memories you have made with them their whole life.
Paul,
When it comes to staying high on the list of faves, I'll resort to every "dirty trick" imaginable! Luckily, all the parents are onto me and fully supportive. Thanks for your visit.
Sharon,
Should those boys ever forget, I'm make them read this post! Thanks for the idea.