I'm an uncle now. And not just a monkey's uncle. My sister-in-law went into labor yesterday and pulled off the feat of a life. My brother probably also played his part with bewildered smiles and encouragement. Thanks to them I have to grow up and be a role model.
My dad gave me a call when he heard she had gone into labor. Then my dad and my little brother jumped in the car and headed to Raleigh. Unfortunately, I was on the opposite edge of the continent, and I couldn't be there. Soon, though, I'll be taking a flight to go see the little blob of bendy limbs and soft skin that bears the name of my big brudder.