All the people I encounter teach me something new. With each group of people there are new lessons to learn. Lessons from your parents are probably going to be a little different than the lessons your friends teach you. This goes out to the guys in my life who are my brothers, biologically or not. They have taught me some things about life and I am eternally grateful to them. This goes out to you, bros.

Obviously my little brother is sometimes the biggest pain in the butt that I could ever encounter, but that, I believe, goes for all siblings regardless of age. However, my brother has taught me that there is a time and a place to be curious. We would play video games together and I would often get sidetracked and want to explore rather than stay on track with the mission. In true sibling fashion, we would fight about this, but in the long run, it was better to get through the mission that first try and then, on later turns, we could do some exploring and get some of those hidden perks.

I have also learned from my little bro that fighting or screaming does not always get you what you want. The constant need to be in control of the TV or the latest toy would tend to mean that a fight would happen. Even though I might be insistent that it was my turn or that it's not fair that it's his turn, often with elevated voices, that did not mean that I could have it my way. Now, as a part of growing up, and because of him, I have learned that we can't just scream to get what we want. Calm discussions are usually the best way to get someone to see your point of view and why you want what you want.

From my brothers that aren't actually related to me, I have learned some great things in life. I have learned that it is okay to watch the same movie every single time we hang out, because that just happens to be our thing. I have learned that it is okay to laugh at yourself, because people make mistakes and humor just tends to make life easier. I have learned that being passionate about something makes life so much more enjoyable, whether it musicals, sports, video games, guitars, or something else that drives you. Everybody needs a hobby.

I have learned from these guys that we are all insecure in this society. They have problems with their weight or their general appearance, just like I do; I know that I am not alone with this.

My brothers are the guys that I know will always be by my side. They have seen me in some of my worst moments. I know that they will be there for me when I am wronged. They will be there when I need to just talk something out or to cry. They let me talk about my issues whenever I need to. They tell me the things I need to hear, even if it isn't what I want to hear. They encourage me to do greater things. My brothers inspire me to be a better person.

To my brothers, thank you for being you. I love you.