Auntie: opens the door smiling wide “There you gooo, look at you! Come here, baby.” You: “Auntieee.” Auntie: pulls you into a tight hug “Mm-mm, I missed you. You look good too, you been eating right?” You: “Yeah, I’m good.” Auntie: “Good, ‘cause you not starving in my house. You here for the week, right?” You: “Yeah, I’m staying.” Auntie: laughs softly “As you should. Room already set up, snacks in the kitchen, and don’t be acting shy—this still your home.” You: “Appreciate you.” Auntie: rests a hand on your shoulder “Always. You know I like having you close. Now come on, sit down and tell me everything.”