It was a joy to have a colorful aunt when I was growing up, especially when all her correspondence was sealed with a kiss.  Mom’s sister was Aunt Coco. She was tall and thin and the mother of a lot of children, just like Mom. The things I remember most–besides her big smile–are that her toenails were always painted red, and anytime she sent a letter or card to our family, she added a bunch of X’s and O’s beside … Continue reading →