Every time I go home to visit my family back home I laugh at all the things that seem so normal to me that would not make sense to anyone who doesn't have a big family. From family gatherings for almost anything to not being able to go out to eat together anywhere. Having a big and close family is something that only makes sense to those in a big family and those who wouldn't trade their family for anything.
1. You can work around distractions
screaming, talking, loud music...yeah none of that stuff seems to bother you when you have a big family. If you can handle your mom and aunts gossiping while your little cousins are running around and your dad and uncles are blasting the t.v noise just isn't a problem.
2. Getting together is an event on its own
A simple gathering turns into a giant event when you have a big family. Even something as simple as a family dinner can turn into a three-hour activity just because you have to rotate shifts to make sure everyone eats.
3. You have to warn people before they meet your family
Whether it be your friends or a potential significant other you always have to prep people before they meet your family because sometimes they can be a lot to handle...even for you.
4. Going out to eat together isn't a thing
As much as you and your family would enjoy a dinner out at a restaurant it is just impossible with the amount of family members you have.
5. You learn to be patient
Patience is key when you have a big family. When you grow up having to wait your turn for almost everything, you become pretty comfortable with waiting for your turn to finally come up.
6. Birthday parties are usually just your family
You tend to stick to just inviting your family to your birthday party mainly because just your family alone is a party.
7. You get used to hand-me-downs
When you have a big family you don't have to worry about a new wardrobe because you're constantly updating your wardrobe every time one of your cousins decides to throw out their old clothes.
8. You always have a place to go
When you have a big family you have options. You could go hang out at home or you could go check in at one of your aunts' house to see what they made for dinner.
Having a big family is both a lot of work, but also a lot of fun. There is always a shoulder to cry on and a person to share a laugh with when you have a big family. Thank you to my family for being the loud, fun, and amazing family that I wouldn't trade for the world.
