Usually people consider their significant other to be their “better” or “other” half. This might hold true for some, but sometimes this person can be someone else as well. Before I get too far ahead of myself, I should probably reflect on what this better/other half is all about.

Every person has their own unique characteristics that make them who they are. Sometimes we see other qualities in others that we wish we had ourselves, but we do not. For me, my other half possesses all of the characteristics that I don’t have myself and some that I wish I could have. A better half is someone who is always willing to listen to what you have to say and ultimately, keeps you sane. They are there for support and to stand by your side when you feel like you have no one.

I got very lucky when I found my better half because in sorority terms, she literally is my other half since she is my twin. She is definitely one of the best people in my life and I am so happy and fortunate that I have a person like her around me. She’s selfless, sincere and always there to remind me that there are so many things in life to be happy about. She truly is a genuine being and I wish I were more like her. She fits the pieces that I have missing in myself and she has taught me to be a better person.

My other half defines the term “a ray of sunshine” because you will never see her without a smile. She will go out of her way to make sure that everyone is happy and enjoying life like she is. A special quality about her is that she lives life to the fullest, an aspect that most people forget to do at times (as I often tend to do). I actually think she does not have a bad bone in her body. She’s my go-to when I need advice with life and my go-to when I’m in dire need of Starbucks and caffeine.

I know that I have changed my perspective on things in life because of her and she’s taught me to let go of things that don’t matter. One of the best things about her is that she can make her presence known wherever she goes because she is so outgoing and friendly to everyone. The best thing she has done for me is taking me out of my comfort zone. I know that because of her I’m less shy and more open to whatever adventure she has for me. She’s also the rock that keeps me grounded because she knows how much I can other-think situations.

I could not imagine how my life would be if she did not come into it. I’m thankful for her every single day. Thank you for being in my life, Hails. I can’t wait to be your roommate this year and go on coffee dates everyday!