Growing up, my 84-year-old great uncle and I barely knew each other. Now he's one of my best friends.

Growing up in the US, the author barely knew their great-uncle, who lives in London. In 2014, the author spent the summer in London and formed a close relationship with him. Now living in London, the author considers their 84-year-old great-uncle one of their closest friends. The story illustrates how a family connection can deepen over time and distance.

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