My nephew celebrated his 12th birthday on Christmas Day. He was born at 20 minutes past midnight on Christmas Day 2000. I still remember visiting him at the hospital that day. It was the first time it got so cold in Dubai that we could see our breath in the air.

It was also the year of the blue dragon, if I am not mistaken. A very auspicious year according to the Chinese. And Ronan was truly blessed. He is a very bright young man, friendly and polite. Yes he is still like any other boy his age, but he is well-behaved than most.

I am proud to be his aunt and godmother. And I am proud to have him as a cousin for my children.

Happy birthday, Ronan! I wish you all the best.