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Her Story: A Thank You to My Brother

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Emmanuel chapter.

To the best brother there is,

You may not know it at times, but you have continuously given me reasons to smile, even when you’re a pain in my ass. I want to thank you, from the most genuine place in my heart, for so many reasons but here are a few favorites to show why I love you. Thank you for…

Always being on my side.

Whether it’s defending each other during our little arguments with mom and dad (let’s be real, we’re always right) or standing by me in difficult situations, I know I can always turn to you.

Inspiring me every day.

You have this light in you that makes me want to be better. You’re one of the most genuine and selfless guys I know. The way you confidently live your life and do your own thing is a constant reminder for me to do the same. You’re going to do great things and I can’t wait to succeed together (and live in your guest house until my writing career takes off).

Challenging me.

From high school sports to our college GPAs, we always seem to compare ourselves to each other. We thrive in very different ways but you still always give me that extra push to try harder. I love the competition we create between us, even if we secretly want the other to win sometimes.

Being stupid with me.

Throwback to when I decided to cut your hair when we were younger, unfortunately the choppy look wasn’t for you. From our unexpected wrestling matches in the living room, to watching you attempt to do my yoga poses, you can always make me laugh and feel less like an idiot. Thanks for sometimes understanding my crazy side too – I know I’m not exactly low maintenance.

Believing in me, always.

Knowing I have your full support in whatever I take on is such a comforting feeling. You make me even more ambitious to follow my dreams, no matter how extreme they may be. You don’t even have to say it; you have a way of being there for me when you don’t even realize I need you. 

You mean more to me than you’ll ever understand – keep doing big things, brah!

XOXO, 

Your favorite sister

Autumn believes in a combination of hard work and magical thinking. True to her Libra ways, she embraces balance in all aspects of life and enjoys connecting with others. Specializing in Marketing Management, she thrives in helping brands build their platforms through authentic and inspiring content. Find more on Instagram: @aduslayy
Sammy is a senior at Emmanuel College, majoring in English: Communications & Media Studies with a minor in Music-Theater. She discovered Her Campus through College Fashion Week: Boston, and has since re-launched Emmanuel's chapter and become a National Intern. On campus, Sammy gives weekly tours as an Admissions Ambassador, is a member of the Honors Program and stars in an as many theatrical productions as possible. She was also an Orientation Leader for the Class of 2019. Outside of school, she works as a sales associate at Charlotte Russe and manages a personal style blog called Backyard Beauty. An obsessive organizer, social media addict and fashion maven, Sammy dreams of living a lavish life as a magazine contributor in New York City after graduation. Follow her on Twitter @sammysays19 and Instagram @backyardbeautyxo or visit backyardbeautyxo.tumblr.com/.