One word: AMAZING. I would never wish to undo the gift that nature gave to me and my family. My twin is one of the greatest things in my life. We've grown together through our differences and gotten closer with our similar interests. He has blessed my life within beautiful aspects but there are some downsides to being a twin. Here's my view, a twin, on the twin life.
1. Good: You are never alone
From literal day one, you are not alone in this world. My brother has been by my side, figuring out life just as I am. We have each other to look for inspiration. We guide each other when we're lost. If we're both lost, we've got a trusty travel buddy. I never had to worry about not knowing anybody during the first day of camp because my twin was right there beside me. When nobody is around to help cheer me up, my twin is already cracking sarcastic jokes to make me smile. I can honestly say that even at the toughest moments of my life, I never felt like I had to battle them alone.
2. Bad: You never get called by your names, always just "the twins"
You're always with each other. No wonder why! Even during attendance, it was always the "Modica twins" and never "Leah and Kevin." I swear, people in school didn't learn my name until they called it at graduation.
3. Good: They're your role model
Well for me, at least. I have always looked up to my brother since we were little. I have always admired his intelligence and kind heart towards everyone. He brings smiles and laughter wherever he goes and is loved by many. At our young age, he has already accomplished more than I could ever dream about doing. I aspire to be half of the great person that he is. How many of you can say that your role model is the same exact age as you?
4. Bad: Being compared to each other
"Why aren't you great at math like your brother is?" "Why doesn't he like sports as much as you do?"
Um.... because we're two different people with our own lives???
People would rather compare our differences than our similarities. Sometimes it's to the point of harming our self-confidence. "Why aren't we as brilliant or creative as our twin?" They tend to think that there's something wrong with us if we don't have similar strengths or interests. Like any other siblings, we have our own minds and hearts.
5. Good: They are always your best friend
Even if you think your friends or partner knows you best, you're wrong. Your twin has seen the good, the bad, and the ugly in your life because they most likely went through it with you. They're your shoulder to cry on and your pick-me-up. They have seen your goofiest side come out, and they're used to seeing you at your realist. There is this unexplainable connection between twins. It's just surreal. You are always one step ahead of each other, no matter the circumstances. Growing up together means you already have a gazillion common interests and similar memories, which calls for the most memorable memories.
The good highly outweighs the bad. There are many more positive aspects of twin life that I could write for hours on, but to spare you I chose the biggest ones. For all the twins out there, you're lucky! Never take your twin for granted. They are a blessing.
