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24 Things To Thank My Twin For

A letter to my other half, literally.

Samantha Brodsky
Nov 02, 2015
Ithaca College
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24 Things To Thank My Twin For

Hey Tash,

I know it can get pretty annoying--this whole twin thing. All the "oohs" and "aahs," and curious stares from strangers who peer at us like we're a zoo exhibit. I mean, is it really that unbelievable that two people look alike? And maybe laugh the same? And sometimes only need a facial expression or hand gesture to communicate an entire story? It's funny because while we look similar, and while we share some of the same qualities, we really do have our own identities (as it should be). You, my dear, are most certainly different from me. You are a hell of a lot more organized. You are rational. You like flannels.

Do you get on my nerves a lot? Sure! But no one else can say that they have a sibling exactly their age (even though I'm technically 3 minutes older) who knows them better than anyone else. Well, besides other sets of twins of course. It's special--as simple as that. There have been so many obstacles in my life that I couldn't have overcome without your guidance and love, whether it be broken bones, a broken heart, or countless broken laptops.

So, thank you for:

1. Letting me use your ID to get food on campus when I’m out of money

2. Sticking up for me when I don’t (or even do) have the courage to do so

3. Sharing the same obsession with our pets

4. Having pointless conversations with me

5. Sending me random inspirational quotes throughout the day

6. Letting me complain (and complain, and complain some more) about my life to you

7. Knowing when I need a hug

8. Being active with me

9. Putting up with my rap music when I’m driving (partially because I let you play country when it’s your turn to drive)

10. Letting me borrow your clothes (you’re welcome too)

11. Apologizing 20 seconds after we have an argument

12. Being a great hair-braider


13. Never forgetting our secret handshake we made up in middle school

14. Signing in our names at the dentist office for all those years when I was scared to talk to adults

15. Forgiving me when I accidentally dropped a sand art glass on your head and you had to get stitches

16. Being weird with me


17. (Almost) Always telling me when I have food in my teeth

18. Being brutally honest

19. Helping me make decisions when I’m indecisive as hell (sorry)

20. Coming to college with me

21. Being my #1 fan

22. Eating midnight snacks with me while watching "Chopped"

23. Always reminding me to recycle

24. Being my best friend


So, I just wanted to remind you that you're kind of awesome. As our lives continue to pick up speed, I'll always have my compass pointed toward home--wherever you are.


Love,

Sam (a.k.a your older sister/only twin)

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