I have also written (and said): "Sometimes we get stuck with our friends, but at least we can choose our families." Thus, I have "adopted" (not legally or officially) sisters, goddaughters, and even a granddaughter!
Thanks again, Allan. As you know, my family of origin experiences were very different than yours. In reading your essays, I look way back to my family experiences in East Paterson, and my appreciation for them, and for my parents, brothers, and other family, continues to grow. I was fortunate.
I have also written (and said): "Sometimes we get stuck with our friends, but at least we can choose our families." Thus, I have "adopted" (not legally or officially) sisters, goddaughters, and even a granddaughter!
Thanks again, Allan. As you know, my family of origin experiences were very different than yours. In reading your essays, I look way back to my family experiences in East Paterson, and my appreciation for them, and for my parents, brothers, and other family, continues to grow. I was fortunate.
Dear Marc I was thinking of you when I wrote that essay. And I’m so glad you had a wonderful experience. Yours is a model for everyone else.