The Lessons My Sisters Taught Me

"Everybody put your license on the table so we can see who has the cutest picture." This was a friendly game that my sisters and I played last year. My baby niece had the honor of being the judge. I won by default because mine was only two months old and I forced the lady at the DMV take my picture twice. Either way, this is a good example of what it's like growing up with two sisters. It's filled with funny competitions like: who can run the fastest? (Loma). Who has the best eyebrows? (Brandi-hands down) or who has the best voice (really? you already know). Besides the fact that petty comparisons keep us laughing there is admiration and a serious love I have for my sisters that makes me really grateful when I think about it. Having older sisters has kept me ahead of the times, ahead of the fashion trends and has also allowed me to have a heart that has no problem with sharing. Growing up I was the bossy, loud mouth which allowed me to inherit the name "Miss Chas." No matter what, my sisters were always there to ignore my demands and let me know that I can't always get my way. I believe many adults have yet to learn this lesson. As a child I was also an avid lover of music but had no clue where to even begin with my talent. My older sister, Loma recognized my gift and helped me make moves that I couldn't have done on my own. Many adults have yet to find their destiny helper.. I was blessed to be born with one. My sisters are not only smart, driven and beautiful but they are full of life knowledge that I get to use at my disposal. I can't tell you how many times my sisters have saved me from wasting my time simply because they knew a better more efficient route to take. Having sisters is like being part of a sorority yet not having to pay the fees. Sisterhood is the best and most annoying gift that God has given me thus far. I get to dislike them, love them, borrow their clothes, cry on their shoulders, imagine punching their lights out and then make up stupid routines at family functions because we are all a bit immature. Above all, my sisters have taught me that hard work pays off, that courage and confidence is hereditary, that you mess with one of us, you mess with all of us, and lastly that no one is ever going to have Brandi's eyebrows... Maury.. test the milk man please.