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New generation of cool aunts making holidays special

New generation of cool aunts making holidays special
New generation of cool aunts making holidays special (Photo: iStock)

Gillian Busera’s childhood experiences with her aunts made her more intentional about how she would show up for her own nieces and nephews. When she was young, she was constantly sent to carry out tasks for her aunts, who visited during the holidays.

 “I did not like that they would not want to lift a finger at all because we were around. And the one who accepted doing things at their bidding without complaining would be crowned their favourite,” Gillian says.

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