11 Things I Want My Younger Sisters To Know | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Entertainment

11 Things I Want My Younger Sisters To Know

"Sisters function as safety nets in a chaotic world simply by being there for each other."

43
11 Things I Want My Younger Sisters To Know
Talee Hardin

Growing up as the oldest sibling has never been easy, but it’s been worth it. Growing up with sisters is both a blessing and a curse. Both of my sisters are outspoken, beautiful, incredibly intelligent and two of the most loving and supportive people I know. Because I’m older, I have some words of advice and encouragement for them.

1. I want you to know that I love you so much, and I’m so proud of the young women you’re becoming.

I am beyond excited to watch you as you grow up. I can’t wait to help you deal with the mean girls, the inevitable heart breaks and the nights when you feel alone. I am so thankful that I have two beautiful best friends disguised as sisters. Though you sometimes annoy me so much I could punch you, I couldn’t ask for anyone better. I can deal with you stealing my clothes. I can deal with you stealing my makeup. I can even deal with you being extremely annoying, simply because you are my sisters and I adore you.

2. Not everyone will be your friend.

Sometimes people come into your life just to leave, and that’s OK. Not every best friend you have will be your best friend in a few years. Friends will come and go, and though it will hurt you, it won’t always be so bad. These people aren’t meant to stay, they’re meant to teach you a lesson. They’re meant to show you that you can and you will get through the small things, so keep your head up. That’s why you have me, sweet sisters. I will always be there to help you make sense of things that don’t really make sense. I will always be your shoulder to cry on, your listening ear and the one you can always count on to tell you that everything will be OK, because it will. Always remember that.

3. When you inevitably go through heartbreak, I want you to know that you can always call me.

I don’t care whether it’s late at night or early in the morning, please call me. I will talk you through the pain. I will come get you and we can cry together on the bathroom floor. Sometimes it will hurt so badly that you can’t breathe. I’ll buy your favorite ice cream and tell you my stories of heartbreak. I will hold you through the pain. I will always be there for you, because you’re my sister and the thought of your heart being broken breaks mine.

4. I want you to know that you don’t have to be perfect all the time.

Not every test has to be taken perfectly. Not every problem will ruin your life. You don’t have to smile all the time. It’s OK to be sad sometimes. It’s OK to take a risk every now and then. It’s OK to do something totally crazy with your hair. Life isn’t always serious, I want you to know that. You don’t always have to be happy, but always strive to be your best self. You will thank yourself when you’re older.

5. I want you to know that you are incredibly smart.

You have a beautiful mind. Sometimes you say things that blow me away, because I don’t expect you to have such a complex variety of thoughts. Whenever you feel like you could have done better on a test, you feel like you could have said something smarter to the boy you like or you feel like you’re never good enough, just remember that you blow me away, my intelligent sister. You amaze me every day, always know that.

6. I want you to know that not everyone will be nice to you.

In your lifetime, people will likely be cruel, manipulative, insensitive and all together mean. I want you to know that you are above anything people say or do to you. You are not defined by the words and actions of other people. If the mean girls tease you, I have your back. If a boy leads you on, or hurts your feelings in any way, I will end him. Keep that in mind.

7. I want you to know that even though we don’t live together anymore, I’m still just a call away.

I can’t always drop everything to come see you, but I will always answer your phone calls, even if it’s just to ask me if you can borrow one of my shirts. I will always do my best to be there for you, just because you’re my sister.

8. I want you to know that life will inevitably make you so stressed at some point that you’ll become a human burrito that only emerges from the dark for chicken nuggets, and that’s OK.

Bills will start coming your way, whether it be phone, hospital or insurance – and it will completely ruin any feelings of happiness you have. Life will throw things at you left and right, you just have to learn how to manage it. Whenever this starts to happen, I will do all I can to help you out.

9. I want you to know that it’s OK to ask for help.

Life is hard, and we need all the help we can get. Never be too proud or embarrassed to ask for help now and again. We all understand. Sometimes you’ll be too overwhelmed to get out of bed. Sometimes you’ll be too sad to eat. Always ask someone for help when you feel like you’re drowning. There is nothing wrong with needing help. I want you to succeed in life, and sometimes that means depending on others, whether you like it or not.

10. I want you to know that I am your biggest cheerleader.

Whether you see me or not, I will always be cheering you on. If you want to join a new club, date a new guy (or girl) or even color your hair purple, I am behind you completely. I love to know about your accomplishments. I want you to excel in life, and I want to see you happy while you do it.

11. I want you to know that you are insanely beautiful.

Inside and out, you are perfect. Do not let anyone ever tell you different. Wear whatever makes you feel good about yourself. Wear sweats in public. Be comfortable in your own skin. Remember to smile, because your smile is one of the most beautiful things I’ve ever seen.

There are many things I want you to know and understand, my sweet sisters. I know you will find your way in life, and I can’t wait to watch you do it.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Gilmore Girls
Hypable

In honor of Mother’s Day, I have been thinking of all the things my mom does for my family and me. Although I couldn’t write nearly all of them, here are a few things that moms do for us.

They find that shirt that’s right in front of you, but just you can’t seem to find.

Keep Reading...Show less
Relationships

10 Reasons To Thank Your Best Friend

Take the time to thank that one friend in your life you will never let go of.

128
Thank You on wooden blocks

1. Thank you for being the one I can always count on to be honest.

A true friend will tell you if the shirt is ugly, or at least ask to borrow it and "accidentally" burn it.

2. Thank you for accepting me for who I am.

A best friend will love you regardless of the stale french fries you left on the floor of your car, or when you had lice in 8th grade and no one wanted to talk to you.

Keep Reading...Show less
sick student
StableDiffusion

Everybody gets sick once in a while, but getting sick while in college is the absolute worst. You're away from home and your mom who can take care of you and all you really want to do is just be in your own bed. You feel like you will have never-ending classwork to catch up on if you miss class, so you end up going sick and then it just takes longer to get better. Being sick in college is really tough and definitely not a fun experience. Here are the 15 stages that everyone ends up going through when they are sick at college.

Keep Reading...Show less
kid
Janko Ferlic
Do as I say, not as I do.

Your eyes widen in horror as you stare at your phone. Beads of sweat begin to saturate your palm as your fingers tremble in fear. The illuminated screen reads, "Missed Call: Mom."

Growing up with strict parents, you learn that a few things go unsaid. Manners are everything. Never talk back. Do as you're told without question. Most importantly, you develop a system and catch on to these quirks that strict parents have so that you can play their game and do what you want.

Keep Reading...Show less
friends
tv.com

"Friends" maybe didn’t have everything right or realistic all the time, but they did have enough episodes to create countless reaction GIFs and enough awesomeness to create, well, the legacy they did. Something else that is timeless, a little rough, but memorable? Living away from the comforts of home. Whether you have an apartment, a dorm, your first house, or some sort of residence that is not the house you grew up in, I’m sure you can relate to most of these!

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments