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| so this is not Christmas |
Today was supposed to be about carving pumpkins, drinking cider, and eating caramel apples with our friends at Tuffet, but Mother Nature had something to say about that. After hours of slushy snowfall, the only friends to brave the elements and meet us at our spot was Lil's very own Auntie Em', and The Boy. Who else would trek through ankle deep slush, unseasonable cold, messy sidewalks, and the weekend L train for some face time with Lil? But that's what aunts do- they dote upon their nieces, taking every opportunity to spend they day with them, and occasionally spoil them with beautiful and frivolous gifts. Speaking as an aunt, nieces are a special treasure, adding a little sweetness and a little sparkle to our lives. You go through your daily routine, and suddenly realize there is a special little person out there who adds a title to your name every time they speak it, who thinks your pretty and cool regardless of how old and dotty you are, and who loves every thing you do for them no matter how small. The mere existence of that special little girl in turn makes you special. Undoubtedly, having a daughter is the nicest thing your sibling will ever do for you.
Today is also the birthday of one of Mama's aunts and her cousin– another niece– who spent their special day together in warm sunny Phoenix. Aunt Maggie has never been one to disappoint a niece, and along with her sisters, provided Mama with the perfect blueprint to Aunthood. Most importantly, Aunt Maggie's loyalty to her title transcends generations, and although they haven't met in person, she is Lil's biggest admirer. There may be some who dispute this claim, but I'm willing to bet they all share the distinction of Aunt.
After peeling off several warm fuzzy layers, Lil's special pre-Halloween outfit was revealed! Batty BabyLegs and a shimmery embellished tunic (to celebrate Aunt Maggie's birthday) were paired with a great pair of sweater knit leggings, and the poison-and-purple socks kicked a little color into the mix. What was especially lovely was how Lil coordinated with Aunt Em's simple, cozy outfit. Funny, Mama was close to putting Lil in a gray thermal with black leggings. Now that would've been cute!
Today is also the birthday of one of Mama's aunts and her cousin– another niece– who spent their special day together in warm sunny Phoenix. Aunt Maggie has never been one to disappoint a niece, and along with her sisters, provided Mama with the perfect blueprint to Aunthood. Most importantly, Aunt Maggie's loyalty to her title transcends generations, and although they haven't met in person, she is Lil's biggest admirer. There may be some who dispute this claim, but I'm willing to bet they all share the distinction of Aunt.
After peeling off several warm fuzzy layers, Lil's special pre-Halloween outfit was revealed! Batty BabyLegs and a shimmery embellished tunic (to celebrate Aunt Maggie's birthday) were paired with a great pair of sweater knit leggings, and the poison-and-purple socks kicked a little color into the mix. What was especially lovely was how Lil coordinated with Aunt Em's simple, cozy outfit. Funny, Mama was close to putting Lil in a gray thermal with black leggings. Now that would've been cute!
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| The Awesome Aunts: Aunt Joni, Aunt Maggie, Grandma Jeanne, GrandMary, Mama (back), and Aunt Annie, 1987 |
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