a girl in the world

This weekend was spent with the Aunties and the Mom. And it was wonderful.

I have incredible women in my life. They are tenacious, infinitely loving and are the constant source of laughter and joy in my life. In every moment that I am with them, they teach me something new. The Aunties blessed me with their humility, their quiet wisdom, their young heartedness, and their amazing amazing love for their children and families. How blessed are we as women to be able to bear children, raise them up and love them with the distance and support that only mothers instinctively know how to give. Seeing their amazing generous love made me want to have my own kids and give of myself like they have to me and my cousins.

On Thursday, when I walked into the hotel lobby to greet Auntie Josie and Beth, a sudden sense of love and comfort came over me. I saw them sitting there, with their beautiful smiles and it felt like I was home. It felt like I belonged to someone. In the chaos of London, amidst the crazy work day and the hustle and bustle, seeing family brought an amazing sense of calm.

Auntie Josie and Auntie Beth, thank you for the blessing of your love this weekend.

Love gives us wings.