I never set out to be the "cool aunt." But somewhere between allowing my niece to rely on me as a confidant, offering career advice to my oldest nephew, and inviting his younger brother to come along ...

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Dear Abby: My 19-year-old niece didn’t finish high school and has been in and out of rehab for years. She’s about to leave a residential program and is looking for a place to live. Her parents have ...

I consider myself the "cool aunt" because I'm close to my niece and nephews. They often turn to me for advice, and in turn, they teach me how to stay relevant. They also help me stay connected and ...