I was in my usual lifeguarding position, in the chair positioned most in the shade. I watched as Adi and Rose swam, dove, and played together. This has been a common summer scene at our house.
Rose’s head popped up just as Adi went back under water.
“Is Adi your best friend?” I asked her. A shy grin spread across her face before she dove below the surface again.
Adi emerged and I asked her the same question. After a moment of hesitation she said, “what? No!”
“Who’s a better friend than Rose?” I asked.
I could tell she was thinking about it as she dove back into the water just as Rose appeared again.
“Well, Adi is my favorite sister,” she announced, showing she had been thinking about my question as she swam.
I always remember my mom telling me that someday my siblings and I would be best friends. I’m hoping my girls don’t have to grow up too much before they realize what they have in each other. Until then, I’ll keep planting seeds.
Where There Is Joy 
This is so sweet! I’ve been thinking a lot about siblings these weeks. My boyfriend’s best friend is his brother, and he’s very close to his sister and oldest brother too. My own experience with my sister is a bit different, though we have gotten closer as we’ve gotten older. I think it really depends on the individuals and their personalities — all the more reason for your girls (and you!) to feel so lucky that they are this close! 🩵
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Siblings are indeed our best friends! After Dad died, the Probate judge told my brother and me that she rarely sees siblings get along as well as he and I do. While we didn’t always get along as children, we are bonded as adults. I hope your girls always keep that close relationship – – it’s sustaining!
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I find the flow of pool play next to your questions such an interesting juxtaposition. Deep questions while swimming deep seem to go together!
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I love the childhood simplicity of the answers. You’re clearly raising some thoughtful young ladies. I have no doubt they’ll realize their friendship sooner rather than later.
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I like the “seed planting” you are doing. My sister and I became much better friends once I left for college. I am still holding out hope that my three adult sons will become better friends as they age.
Thank you for sharing.
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I like the “seed planting” you are doing with your daughters. My sister and I became much better friends once I left for college. I am still holding out hope that my three adult sons will also become better friends as they move forward.
Thank you for sharing.
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My sisters and I went through periods of love and periods of, well, extreme dislike when we were kids – but these days, I wouldn’t trade them for anything. Here’s hoping your girls feel the same.
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