I consider myself the "cool aunt" because I'm close to my niece and nephews. They often turn to me for advice, and in turn, they teach me how to stay relevant. They also help me stay connected and ...

Family traditions can change as families grow. In this story, a childless aunt loved buying gifts for her nieces and nephews. But as the family grew, her siblings decided to stop giving gifts to ...

Two-thirds of nieces and nephews caring for relatives with dementia never expected the duty They gradually fell into the role or had it thrust upon them by circumstance Most had lifelong relationships ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I have several nieces and nephews I adore. While they were growing up, I always sent a birthday card, even if there was no family birthday celebration. I would add a check for a ...

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I never set out to be the "cool aunt." But somewhere between allowing my niece to rely on me as a confidant, offering career advice to my oldest nephew, and inviting his younger brother to come along ...