Today’s blog is a little different. In writing about one of my characters, Ralph Brandon Gosinheimer, I took a little time out from my schedule to acknowledge a very special family member.
On this day, December 7, 2010, I celebrate my Aunt Rosie’s 80th birthday. In my family, she was affectionately known as Aunt Tea was more than just my aunt—she was my godmother and my very best friend. She used to say to me: “I’m your ichiban, your number one friend, your ace-boom-koom, and your homey.”
When Aunt Tea went to Heaven on January 8, 2008, and my world was forever changed. It took a while for me to get over her transition, but I stand here today a lot stronger than I was. Even though I still miss her—and rightfully so—I still rejoice in the fact that Aunt Tea is resting comfortably in the arms of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Life is amazing, isn’t it? It took Aunt Tea’s transition to Glory for the Ms. Vivian character to be born. I only created Ms. Vivian five months after Aunt Tea went home, and when I compared the pictures, I was taken aback. I guess that old adage of “life imitating art” still rings true.
Happy Birthday, Aunt Tea—and I shall see you again, ya’hear?
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