They often turn to me for advice, and in turn, they teach me how to stay relevant. They also help me stay connected and feel less isolated. I never set out to be the "cool aunt." But somewhere between ...

I own my own home in a high cost-of-living area. I have a 13-year-old son, and my 22-year-old niece moved in with me after a bad break up. Even studios run around a grand in our area, and my brother ...