Family Time

The relationship I have with my aunts has really evolved over the years, but I am so thankful for them. Yes, they have moments where they irritate the nothing out of me, but most family does that from time to time.  Since moving back to my home state 4 years ago, the bond that I have with the 4 aunts and 2 cousins that live here in the same city has really grown.  I always have someone to call on if I need to "escape" or vent.  My boys have cousins readily available to spend time with.  There's almost always a family event going on - birthday celebrations, just because celebrations, happy hours, girls night out, the list could go on and on.


I learned the spirit of "divatude" from my aunts.  From an early age, I can remember bonding parties where we'd dress up and have fashion shows.  Even now, we'll have a bargain shopping trip and have a fashion show in a heart beat!  You'll know if we're in your local Ross or TJMaxx because we'll take over a dressing room quickly.


During rough times in my marriage, they've been there to give me support and advice and lots of wine! They've shared their own experiences and helped me to adjust to being a full-time wife (anyone with a spouse in the military will know there's an adjustment when they get out!).


My mom and her aunts have always been close-knit.  Watching them growing up, it was obvious that they were each others closest friends.  They were my first interaction with adult women friendships.  During my adult years, I've been embraced in their circle and look forward to the time we all spend together.


I hope you all had a restful Labor Day! Be Blessed, Divas, and remember to pass on those blessings to someone else.