Proximity

Who are your favorite people to be around?

I’d love to live by family but my family is spread out across the U.S. It always seems hectic and emotional when I’m near my family.

On a daily basis my favorite people to be around are the three children I care for daily. The oldest is a 10.5 yr old boy. The middle child is a 8 yr old boy and the youngest is a 5 yr old girl. I’ve cared for them since the eldest was 16 months old. They are my surrogate grandkids.

Each weekday I am guaranteed hugs and a good story and laughter. They remind me to be a better person. I was on a frustrating phone call recently. When it was over, the oldest came out and said, “Mimi you were rude to that person on the phone. You shouldn’t be so rude.” My response was you are absolutely right. I am so sorry I was rude.

They remind me that even the smallest kindness can change someone’s day.

So they are my favorite people to be around.