Why I miss my Sister
The Salyers family in Sendona, Arizona for Spring break.
These past few weeks have been strange for me and my family. My older sister Olivia, who graduated last year from Lewis Cass, moved into her dorm at Purdue on August 13th. I thought at first how nice it would be for her to be out of the house, but I quickly realized she did so many things for me that I really miss about not having her still live at home.
When I found out we were starting school earlier this year, I did not think much of it until the bus came at 6:45 a.m. that first day. I knew with Olivia gone this year, I would have to ride the bus, but I forgot how early the bus would come and how long of a ride it was each morning. I was used to getting up much later and taking a short eight minute ride with Olivia each morning. The bus ride I have now is close to an hour! I for sure miss Olivia for this!
I also miss her stopping at the Freeze after school on days when we both did not have to stay after school. Whenever she had a rainout from golf or a cheer practice cancelation, we would make it a tradition to stop at the freeze on the way home and do our best to try and not tell our parents or my little brother Luke as he would get very mad to be excluded!
I soon found out that I also miss Olivia when it comes to questions about homework in subjects she had already taken. Of course she would not give me the answers but would help me making up practice problems in algebra for me or going over my Spanish vocabulary with me to make sure I had it down before a test or quiz. I have been tempted at times this year to text or facetime her for help and suggestions, but I know she is busy with her own work at Purdue so I have had face reality and find other ways to study without her.
I also miss going to watch her play golf and tennis for the Kings this year. I enjoyed walking the courses and watching her and her fellow teammate’s play golf. She made it to the regional her senior year and played at a really nice course in Lafayette. I also enjoyed watching her play tennis especially since I am playing for the King’s this year. She played #1 singles so I saw a lot of good players and it has help motivated me to get to the same level!
Overall, I just miss Olivia. I forget how much we use to laugh and have fun. Even though we did not get along all the time, I miss not having her around to talk to. She always gave me advice whether I wanted it or not . However, most of the time I realized that what she told me was usually right. I did not realize how much I would miss my big sister this year until it became a reality!
Liberty Preston • Dec 8, 2020 at 9:58 am
This article is so good Jack. I can see how close you and you’re sister are. I haven’t experienced this yet, but when I do I will miss my brother too even though we fight sometimes. Overall this is an amazing article.
Veris Gutierrez • Sep 28, 2018 at 1:27 pm
I know how you feel my sister left too I felt alone and very sad but try doing something different. You will feel better I promise. Good Article I love it.
Josie Woolever • Sep 5, 2018 at 11:13 am
Great article! I don’t quite know how you’re feeling since I’m the oldest, but I’m sure David and my sisters will feel the same way you’re feeling this time next year. I’m sure Olivia misses you just as much as you miss her!
Brooklynn Fye • Sep 4, 2018 at 11:28 am
Great article! Being the oldest sibling I don’t know what this feels like…yet. My younger brother will experience these feelings next year when I leave to start my life. I miss Olivia as well, golf isn’t the same. I miss the laughs we shared on the course and the fun we used to have even on the bad days. Things will adjust soon enough.
Brannyn Spencer • Sep 4, 2018 at 11:21 am
Great article! I was much younger than you when my brother moved out so I did not think things would be much different, but I was definitely wrong. I like how you explained your emotions throughout the stories and examples of good times you had with Olivia. Hopefully she will come home soon!
Hannah Plauschin • Aug 31, 2018 at 8:14 am
This article is so well written. It is very emotional and descriptive; therefore, I could easily connect to what you were saying. You did a good job of making the reader feel what you were feeling. I don’t have an older sibling, but I do have a younger one. This article made me sad to think that my little brother will miss me when I’m gone too. Good Job Jack!
Caleb Johnson • Aug 31, 2018 at 8:10 am
Nice Article Jack! I felt the same way when my older sister left for college. She wasn’t as far away but she sure was busy. I liked how you described what you guys used to do together. Once again, Great Story!
Bella Panmei • Aug 30, 2018 at 12:18 pm
Wow, this article is so entertaining and emotional! I love your descriptions on why you miss her and what you guys did while she was here. You seem to be really close with her and that is so sweet. Keep up the great writing Jack!
Jack MIller • Aug 28, 2018 at 1:13 pm
I love how you explained why you missedd you sister throught the story and I feel you I miss my brother who recently went to college too.
Ashli Key • Aug 28, 2018 at 12:09 pm
Great article! I felt the way you are feeling when my brother left, but through time it does get better! Stay strong and know your sister would love to hear from you once a week. Try visiting Purdue! I visited my brother at college, and it helped me realize he’s doing okay! Very good emotion through the article!