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Another year has flown by, and my “little” boy is another year older! Where did the time go? It feels like just yesterday I was teaching him to ride his bike (with a few scrapes and tears along the way, of course!), and now he’s navigating adulthood with such grace and strength. It’s hard to believe how quickly they grow up.

Sometimes I worry, you know? About whether I did enough, whether I taught him the right things, whether he’s truly happy. Life throws so many curveballs, and all you want as a parent is to protect them from the tough stuff. But the reality is, you can’t. And it’s a little scary seeing him out there, facing the world on his own.

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Being an aunt is one of the greatest joys in my life, and watching you grow up has been an absolute privilege. It feels like just yesterday you were a tiny, giggling baby, and now you’re blossoming into a remarkable young woman. Where did all the time go? It makes an aunt’s heart swell with both pride and a tiny bit of sadness as we realize just how quickly life moves.