So, how’s the fam—still pretending to act normal or fully embracing their uniqueness? Yeah, yeah, that makes total sense because normal is overrated.
Okay, I’m clearly unique; I’ve never met a stranger, so let’s pretend we’ve known each other for years. I mean, who needs those awkward introductions? We’ve got way too much to catch up on, right?
Thanks for asking about me, but you know I don’t like to talk about myself. I’d much rather hear about you, but since you asked and since I’ve had a lot of coffee today, I’ll make an exception just this time.
So, the fam, you mean my nephews? I’m even more obsessed with them than I was the last time we talked. They always give me a burst of energy like human espresso shots, and then, of course, comes that introverted crash. I wouldn’t trade this season of aunthood for anything, though. Nothing at all. The little finger imprints they leave on my life are like coffee rings: a little messy, but beautiful because of the joy.
The joy follows me everywhere, even to school. Honestly, I think school is so joyful because of the perspective they’ve given me. I never realized how important it is just to slow down and taste life—where the grind and chaos blend together to create something richer, deeper, and more meaningful. That meaningfulness has made everything taste sweeter, turning even the smallest moments into something truly special and unforgettable, making me more joyful. I know those joy beans will grind their way into my future career in public relations.
Who doesn’t like a joyful person to build relationships with? Joyfulness always brews the best connections. Okay, enough about this “Syl-van-a” person. I want to know more about what’s going on in your life. Spill the coffee.
Sylvana Lipe