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While our close family relationships, e.g.with the parents or siblings, are surrounded by strong cultural norms and requirements, the relations with aunts and other women of "chosen kin" seldom meet Toys strong expectations (Ellingson & Sotirin 2010).The article draws on interviews with two middle-aged Swedish teachers, who reflect on the profound importance of "aunts" in their lives.

They tell about how the aunts provided them with extraordinary moments of loving presence and indulgence, practical and existential help, friendship and support Full TOB Set in big and small issues - versatile resources vital for their identity and quality of life.