Because of infertility, we do not have biological kids of our own. Because of this, our nieces and nephews are very important to us and have become our kids. I love being an aunt, or more specifically, “Tia.” My nieces and nephews (by blood, by marriage, and simply claimed by me) are all amazing. These kids have helped fill a void. They kept my heart beating when I was just certain it would fall apart… Being a childless aunt (aka Tia) comes with both joys and struggles, though…
On Not So Mommy…™, I not only introduce my nieces and nephews, but I give my perspective as an aunt on things like starting high school. My hope is to thank my SIL and brother for allowing me to be such a big part of my nieces’ and nephew’s lives. I also want to encourage other aunties who claim their nieces and nephews as their own. While this seems to be the norm in your twenties, I hope to show that this bond can last a lifetime….