1. They give the best advice
Older sisters have had an endless amount of experience compared to you, so when all else fails, they know the right answer. They are the best person to go to and will have the most unbiased opinion compared to your friends or parents. They won't judge you no matter what.
2. They help minimize your awkward phases
They've been through it already, so they get it. They’ve had the cringy school pictures and bad fashion fails. Older sisters always try to help out by keeping you with the good popular trends… but kids and teens are stubborn: You can only stop so much.
3. Hand Me Down Heaven
I loved when my mom bought my sister clothes because her closet was basically going to become mine the next coming year. Her closet was practically a shopping mall. It was great having cute clothes that no one else had and feeling like you just went shopping without spending all the money.
4. You both work as secret spies when it comes to your parents
There are times when you don't know how your parents will react to certain things. From this to hinting at birthday gifts for each other, you know how to weasel your way into helping your sister out and the other will pay it back.
5. They can teach you about relationships
When you have an older sister, they go through everything before you, basically making them the guinea pig so you don't make the same mistakes. They tell you who you should stay away from and if you should keep your crush or drop ‘em.
6. You can spill all your secrets to them
You don't have to worry about your sister spilling the beans when she doesn't hang out with your friends or anyone your age. She keeps everything in the vault and makes sure that they are there for you when you need to let it out.
7. They give you perspective
Sometimes you need a fresh opinion of what to do or just someone to take you down a notch. Your older sister is sane enough to help you take a step back and look at the big picture. You guys are close enough that she can tell you that you're acting crazy and need to take a chill-pill.
8. No matter what they will always be there for you
Your older sister’s job is to look out for you and make sure you don't make the same mistakes they did. They are the best listeners and no one else could solve your problems better. Between the silly fights, hilarious Snapchats, and great inside jokes, older sisters are irreplaceable and make life a whole lot better. Honestly, I can’t count the number of times I would epically fail without my sister, and I’m so grateful to have her as my best friend.
