Dear Ashley,
Being born ten years apart, really couldn't have made us any closer. Although I was an absolute terror as a child, I think it's safe to say that I turned out pretty damn well. I had a great support system, and a bulk of that support, came from you. Of course, mom and dad did a great job raising the both of us, but your my sister, and there was always something I would go to you about rather than speaking to them. I was fortunate to have had someone who's been "around the block" a few times, to receive great advice from. Advice that I would always take (whether or not I told you I did).
I really do look up to you, and I know that I don't say that half as much has I should. You are a phenomenal role model, and someone I will always have nothing but respect for. You graduated high school, college, and now work an amazing full time job. You pay you're own bills, and even one of mine (thanks for my cellphone by the way LOL). I always tell people that I'm nothing like you, and I really want to kick myself in the butt for that.I'm literally you! In every way possibly, from my looks, to my attitude, intelligence, and witty personality. The fact that people say I'm so much like you, is honestly an honor.
There are so many things that I've learned from you, that I probably would have never learned from anyone else. You were always my go-to, and I knew no matter what I needed to talk about you were on my side and supported me, even when I was wrong. Being in college is absolutely crazy, and I can only imagine how you feel, you were the one who left me for four years, and now it's my turn. It's weird for me, not being home and waiting for you after your court nights, or even being home to tell you to clean your side of the room. Everyone keeps telling me that I have to go through this adjustment period before I feel "at home," but you know, you're going through one too.
Like you've been saying to me everyday since I moved in; I'm here for you. Just because we don't live in the same zip code anymore, doesn't mean I'm any less of a sister than when I was living in the same room as you. You and I always had a funny relationship. It took us a while to get over the age gap, and maybe a couple months before I left, we finally found our groove. So, it does kinda suck not having you around, because since I was a baby you were always there, but I know we will both be okay.
The perks of me not being around are pretty great though! No loud noises in the morning as I'm getting ready for school, you have your own room, no one is stealing your clothes, and no one is telling you to clean all the time (although, I'm pretty sure our room is a wreck right now so you may want to clean). LOL besides all that, I'm sure it's weird around the house for you, especially because you don't have anyone to gang up on the parents with. Just know that I do love you and miss you very much. It's easier for me to be away from you when I don't acknowledge that so much, because if I did I would just want to come home.
I can't wait to see you when I come home for breaks or what not, and tell you about all the adventures I've been on at school! So, get to work on time, and stop staying up all night to watch "Orange Is the New Black." Don't miss me too much!
Us Agaisnt The World,
Your Little Sister
xoxo
