Having an older sister is one of the best parts of my life. She's my rock, and I know she'll always be there. Sisters are also insanely protective of each other, so when she finds a guy who seems to be sticking around, as her sister, I of course, have to make sure I like him too.

In my case, my sister’s boyfriend of over three years is now basically my brother. We harass each other, fight, debate about random stuff that isn’t even important, but of course are also there for one another at the end of the day.

He gives me advice, tells me when I’m thinking too much, or not enough, and has shown me how to take a step back from a situation and relax. I consider him a role model and a friend, but most importantly someone I am very happy to see in my sister’s life.

I always wanted an older brother, and in a sense, I got one. I have that person who is protective but also likes to continually annoy me on purpose (I also annoy him plenty). He’ll introduce me to his friends, help me with my homework (and look at me confused when I can’t answer a simple math problem), and he’s there when times get tough. We have stupidly embarrassing nicknames for each other that we try to get other people to use, and for some unfortunate reason, more people will remember those versus our real names. He’s an important and fun person in my life, and I appreciate what he’s added to it, sarcasm and all. I guess he's even alright when he pretends to rob me while we're in New York City. I think the best thing he’s ever taught me is not to take life too seriously, or anyone too seriously for that matter - That’s including myself.

When your sister’s boyfriend is basically your brother you’re a pretty lucky person. Your life will be bettered even if it just means having a million prank wars.