On April 2nd 1997, my mother got a phone call telling her she would have “one of this and one of that” – her twin babies were going to be a boy and a girl. 19 years later, I, formally known as “one of that”, am here to reflect on what it’s been like for the world to see double.
“Hate to break it to you, but…”
Revealing the existence of your other half to people you do not necessarily get along with is quite the experience. You absolutely love bringing a whole new meaning to “there is definitely more where that came from”:
To be identical, or not to be identical…
The look on people’s faces when you explain that opposite gender twins are always fraternal because the latter is genetically impossible, and then still being asked whether you two are absolutely sure there is no possibility, is also quite priceless.
“Yeah I can tell he’s way taller than you and he’s obviously a boy, but you two should totally take a blood test or something to be absolutely sure, you know. You’re just so similar I cannot believe it”
Team Leshyk Vs. Team Leshyk
There is definitely zero sibling rivalry or pressure to match. No one, especially not your peers, teachers, and or family members will ever compare you in any way, shape, or form. Everyone always respects that despite being twins, you two are allowed to be completely separate human beings with unique talents and personalities. No one will assume or initiate competition between you two. Moreover, this will never seriously strain your relationship with each other because you two are so much better than that. ;)
A whole lot of love:
Knowing that no matter what people say or do about your existences, being a twin will never go out of style. Fashion forward fetus friends forever!!!!!