Ahhhhhhhh it’s me!!!!! I live with my best friend and her two kids and I’m auntie to them and I struggle to explain our set-up to people unfamiliar with chosen family (though queer people like me tend to get it immediately). I’m so excited to hear from others like me!
I love this Lisa! Daniel and I are new to being grandparents “in close proximity” or community. Two doors over is very different from being grandparents continents away. And as you say, we all benefit. Thanks for starting the Auntie conversation.
Hi Magdalena! I'm really hoping to be in a lot of conversation with grandparents through this newsletter. I would love to hear what it's been like to you to move close to your grandchild, how you think about caring for him, etc. Big hugs to you and Daniel! XO Lisa
I am now getting teary thinking about all the aunties in my kids' lives, and how absolutely critical and precious they are to our family. I can't wait to read more!
Wahoo! You’re my first commenter, Dana! I’m so excited! I’m planning a subscriber thread on Friday and I hope you will chime in. I can’t wait to learn from other Aunties.
Ahhhhhhhh it’s me!!!!! I live with my best friend and her two kids and I’m auntie to them and I struggle to explain our set-up to people unfamiliar with chosen family (though queer people like me tend to get it immediately). I’m so excited to hear from others like me!
Welcome Mariah! Your set-up sounds like CLASSIC load-bearing Auntie, with the social illegibility to match. Me too. I'm so glad you're here.
I love this Lisa! Daniel and I are new to being grandparents “in close proximity” or community. Two doors over is very different from being grandparents continents away. And as you say, we all benefit. Thanks for starting the Auntie conversation.
Hi Magdalena! I'm really hoping to be in a lot of conversation with grandparents through this newsletter. I would love to hear what it's been like to you to move close to your grandchild, how you think about caring for him, etc. Big hugs to you and Daniel! XO Lisa
I am now getting teary thinking about all the aunties in my kids' lives, and how absolutely critical and precious they are to our family. I can't wait to read more!
Yay!!! I hope the Auntie Bulletin will also be a place for moms and Aunties to have an ongoing mutual love fest. ❤️❤️
Here for an Auntie collective!
Wahoo! You’re my first commenter, Dana! I’m so excited! I’m planning a subscriber thread on Friday and I hope you will chime in. I can’t wait to learn from other Aunties.
Me too! Looking forward to hearing more about your perspective Lisa! <3
Ditto! 🎉