Wilder

Yesterday my nephew turned one! This year was absolutley amazing for a variety of personal reasons but none as fantastic as the birth of this little guy.

His parents are doing a bang up job of raising him. He never sleeps and I cannot imagine the pain my sister must endure at three in the morning when Wilder just wants to hang out. Being an aunt is terrific. Although living almost 4 hours away, I don't get to see him as much as I would like. With his big blue eyes and a two tooth smile he is just too cute! I wish I could kiss those cheeks everyday.

Wilder with my brother. Both have those ice blue eyes!

Being an aunt has made me think about my own family. Parenting seems to be a lot of fun but also really, really exhausting. Millions of people have been doing it for hundreds of years, but it appears that one is never really prepared, each family is unique and you never know what the day will bring. To be a parent you must rise to the occasion and I must say, my sister and brother in law are doing a remarkable job.

We love you Wilder. Happy Birthday!! I love being a part of your life.

Do any of you have nieces or nephews? Any advice? Thanks for looking. Love, Ms. Kate.