Day 35 - My Aunt

My "ahnt," my "ant" -- however you pronounce it -- my Aunt is a joyful soul. She has taught me so much about living right now, enjoying spontaneity, not dwelling in the past. She is creative. She is so very, very helpful and kind. She is generous of her time, resources and spirit. She is interested in art and music. She's a bit of a bohemian. When I was a little girl I wanted to grow up to be just like her. I hope I've made her proud. And today is her birthday. Happy Birthday, Auntie! You are joy.

Day 29 - Snow Angels

I have a wonderful aunt who taught me about spontaneity and living in the moment. I'll never forget one winter evening when she said, "Want to take a walk?" with a little glimmer in her eye. It was late. Almost my bedtime - so, of course, I said yes! There was a fresh layer of snow on the ground and suddenly, without warning, she plopped down on someone's lawn and made a snow angel. She got up, began to walk away and said, "Won't THEY be surprised in the morning!" So that's what we did for the rest of our walk - made snow angels on lawns in my neighborhood. It's one of my favorite memories of my aunt. And now, I find joy in snow angels.