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25 Things Every Big Sister Learns From Their Little Brother Before They Turn 25

He'll always believe in you.

Maddie Woodruff

Jan 08, 2018

Saginaw Valley State University

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25 Things Every Big Sister Learns From Their Little Brother Before They Turn 25

Maddie Woodruff

Being the oldest of my siblings, I try my best to set a good example for them.

Whether it's by doing what my parents ask, working my butt off in college, standing up for them, or even just being myself; I try so hard to make them proud to call me their big sister.

But I've recently spent my entire winter break back at my parent's house and realized how many things my younger brother has actually taught me. Whether it's little things like forgetting to pick up my socks or staying true to myself, my little brother is wiser than I may realize.

1. He teaches me not to care about what people think of me.

2. There's always time for one more episode.

3. Always be kind to others.

4. Because you never know what someone could be going through.

5. He reminds me to appreciate the small things.

6. Treat everyone with respect.

7. Drinking wine from the bottle is the best way to drink it. (His 'wine' may be sparkling grape juice, but still.)

8. Little brother hugs are almost as good as hugs from your mom.

9. Always be yourself.

10. Even if that means being goofy and driving your parents crazy.

11. Stay humble and don't get cocky.

12. He teaches me to always be honest and tell the truth.

13. Even if I don't believe in myself, he believes in me.

14. Every person on this planet is unique, and that's okay.

15. If you forget to pick up your socks, they can't get washed and you'll be stuck wearing dirty socks.

16. He reminds me the importance of loyalty.

17. If I ever feel alone, he will still hold my hand and sit with me in silence until I'm ready to talk.

18. No matter what happens, my little brother will have my back.

19. It's okay to fail, as long as you keep trying.

20. Star Wars is actually pretty cool.

21. He notices more than I realize.

22. Siblings are the best form of best friends.

23. "Just one more game", rarely means one game.

24. It's always possible to laugh and smile so much your face hurts.

25. But most importantly, my little brother has taught me that I will always be loved.

Thank you Bub for always believeing in me.

I love you.

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He'll always believe in you.

1. He teaches me not to care about what people think of me.

2. There's always time for one more episode.

3. Always be kind to others.

4. Because you never know what someone could be going through.

5. He reminds me to appreciate the small things.

6. Treat everyone with respect.

7. Drinking wine from the bottle is the best way to drink it. (His 'wine' may be sparkling grape juice, but still.)

8. Little brother hugs are almost as good as hugs from your mom.

9. Always be yourself.

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11. Stay humble and don't get cocky.

12. He teaches me to always be honest and tell the truth.

13. Even if I don't believe in myself, he believes in me.

14. Every person on this planet is unique, and that's okay.

15. If you forget to pick up your socks, they can't get washed and you'll be stuck wearing dirty socks.

16. He reminds me the importance of loyalty.

17. If I ever feel alone, he will still hold my hand and sit with me in silence until I'm ready to talk.

18. No matter what happens, my little brother will have my back.

19. It's okay to fail, as long as you keep trying.

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21. He notices more than I realize.

22. Siblings are the best form of best friends.

23. "Just one more game", rarely means one game.

24. It's always possible to laugh and smile so much your face hurts.

25. But most importantly, my little brother has taught me that I will always be loved.

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1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

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1. What do you do for a living?

2. What's your favorite color?

3. Do you have any siblings?

4. What's your favorite television show?

5. When is your birthday?

6. What's your biggest goal in life?

7. If you had three wishes granted to you by a genie, what would they be?

8. What's your favorite childhood memory?

9. If you could change one thing about your life, what would it be?

10. Are you a cat or a dog person?

11. Do you believe in a religion or any sort of spiritual power?

12. If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?

13. What is your ideal date night?

14. Who was/is your celebrity crush?

15. What's a good way to cheer you up if you're having a bad day?

16. Do you have any tattoos?

17. Can you describe yourself in three words?

18. What makes you the most nervous in life?

19. What's the best gift you have ever received?

20. What do you do to relax/have fun?

21. What are your priorities at this phase of your life?

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