I should be a better person than I am, given family and friends that surround me. One of my favorite relatives was one of my great aunts. My grandfather’s sister was a sister. I know people like to tell stories of ruler wielding nuns, but my aunt was a generous soul with a great sense of humor. During her 90^th birthday party, she returned from the restroom appearing a little perturbed. “I have all this family and not a single one of you told me my wig was crooked.” Then she laughed at her own joke. (She’s also the one who told my grandmother that by marrying into the family, she was now 100% Irish.) She devoted her life to serving others. Continue reading →