As I sit down to type this essay, I remember all of the cherished memories my two older brothers and I have made throughout the years we spent together. I could not have made it through all the experiences and life-changing moments without them by my side. It is extremely difficult to explain how much they have impacted my life.

My oldest brother Garrett, who is now 26, has been extremely successful throughout his career. After graduating from high school, he attended NEO A&M College and received an associate degree. He then attended Oklahoma State University to earn a master degree and began a career as an Agriculture Education Instructor. He works in an Ag Ed program close to home where he enjoys teaching. I begin to look back upon the years when we were younger and think of all the times when he was considered to be the nice big brother, who would be looking out for his little sister to protect her every moment. He had always spoiled me with luxuries. He watched me when I was going to be by myself, and was willing to do anything for me. He was also my role model by achieving everything from working hard. At that time I did not realize how quickly time was diminishing to spend time with him. Soon enough all of this would end. Time passed. He would soon be graduating and leaving. I was not ready for one of my older brothers’ to go to college at NEO then OSU. I would only get to see him once a week if I was lucky. Things at home were not going to be the same anymore with one of my brother’s gone.

Three years later, not only had my brother Garrett been taken out of my life, but also my brother Nick was a senior. He had been interested in the United States Navy and as graduation grew closer; he did not know what to think as he was my only sibling left at home. Nick and I fought quite a bit. We were always told we’re “Too much alike!” The difference between my two brothers was that Nick was exciting He always wanted to find something to do outside whether it was exploring around the farm or helping our dad. The time had come soon he was going to be leaving for basic training in Chicago. I was heartbroken.

With both of my brothers’ gone, I didn’t have anyone to tell anything to or anybody to follow. It is sad to realize it will never again be like it was in the past, a time with no worries, no fears, and no responsibilities. The past is gone and everybody is older.