Today I had lunch with extended relatives from the UK. I won’t lie, I was a little nervous in meeting them. I’m not entirely sure why. I’m not exactly a shy person. But, I was feeling a little nervous none-the-less!
They were absolutely lovely and adorable people. We shared many stories and enjoyed a long lunch. What’s interesting to me, and the moment I choose to share, is the family similarities.
First, let me explain the connection between us. S’s line originates three generations back. Her great-great-great grandfather was the brother of my Dad’sgreat-great-great grandfather. (Head hurt yet?)
At one point during our conversation it was noted that I was incredibly similar to their niece - in looks, in personality. From there we talked about family traits. From fears to tendencies and onwards. It was incredible some of the touch points that were the same. Time (generations of time!) and space (different continents) don’t supersede genes.
It was fun. It was great to have a slice of someone else’s life shared with me. It was a moment where time, space and generations crossed. A very interesting moment indeed.
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