Tag Archives: Aunt

My Sinnamma

Posted on April 11, 2022 by bookjunkie

My mum’s younger sister is, in one significant way, like me. We are both childless by circumstance. I know for sure that my aunt always wanted kids, but in a selfish way I’m glad she didn’t or I wouldn’t have … Continue reading →

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Do You Have a Hard Time Saying No?

Posted on January 17, 2013 by bookjunkie

This is not a motivational post that offers solutions. I can’t offer any solutions as I have a hard time saying no myself. The worse thing ever is a guilt trip. I often wish guilt trips wouldn’t work so easily … Continue reading →

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My Darling Nieces

Posted on October 30, 2012 by bookjunkie

Love my nieces beyond words. Just one smile from them can last me for days. Even when they are grouchy they are so cute. When they are in distress you just want to make it better. Life is so much … Continue reading →

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Being An Aunt

Posted on October 2, 2012 by bookjunkie

In a world that’s pretty mum centric it can sometimes be lonely to be just the aunt.  But I am so utterly grateful for the chance to be one. Share my thoughts about it here. My own life wouldn’t be … Continue reading →

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Sweet Family Gathering

Posted on November 7, 2011 by bookjunkie

Just felt like writing a note to my family.  All my uncles, aunts and cousins. Thanks for the wonderful company and always being so patient with all my intrusive questions and constant yammering.  And for reading my blog, even when … Continue reading →

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Butterfly Cake: 75th Birthday Celebration

Posted on July 31, 2011 by bookjunkie

My Aunty baked a cake for my other Aunty for her 75th Birthday party. It was a carrot cake with loads of icing which I love.  My cousin helped to paint the marzipan butterflies which were made by my aunt … Continue reading →

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Britney’s Niece Maddie Covers Her Aunt’s Song

Posted on July 30, 2011 by bookjunkie

Maddie is so sweet. In spite of the lyrics I find this wholesome and adorable. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RISpFp_FqXw]

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