Thankful Thursdays - Being an Aunt

Alright, I know I've raved about how much I love my nieces and nephews on here before, but I have to say - they are one of the biggest blessings in my life.

I was lucky enough to become an aunt at age 16.  It is one of my most cherished roles in life.  When I first held Sophia in my arms, I never thought I'd see such a precious, adorable baby again.

I was proved wrong ... 4 times.

I have loved getting to spend time with and spoil my nieces and nephews - and then hand them back to my siblings when they begin screaming :O)

(Sophia)

A few years ago, I began making the habit of calling my eldest two nieces on their birthdays - and let me tell you - it has been one of the best cures for a bad day.  If you're ever having a bad day - I highly recommend calling a small child on the phone - it's always hilarious, and you can't help but smiling :O)

(Gwennie)

I have loved watching Sophia and Gwen grow up and develop such strong personalities - such great senses of humor.  If they're in a good mood, you can't help but be in one too.

(Isaiah)

Several years ago - I was finally blessed with a nephew - my brother's oldest child.  And it was about time! Snuggling my baby nephews and nieces has done a great job of keeping my baby-needs at bay.

(Eleanor)

And though I've been at college, while these two were brought into the world - I've spent many a happy summer day at home babysitting them.  And you know what? My husband makes a spectacular co-babysitter ... though he would always hog the baby snuggling with Ellie, while I chased Isaiah around :P

(Jackson)

And the most recent addition to my every-growing number of nieces/nephews.

I've only been able to hold and snuggle him once - I problem that I will soon have to remedy.

There you have it, I am extremely thankful to be blessed with the most adorable nieces and nephews, hands down.  And I've been blessed with an ample amount of them too :O)

Babysitting them, talking on the phone with them, and playing with them, can always brighten my day.

Who has never failed to brighten your day?

Much Love to All,

Cheryl