The Three Mustoeteers I’ve grown up in a sorority. No, not like the ones you see in Girls Gone Wild.

I’ve just been surrounded by females throughout my life. A faint smell of nail polish 

is always apparent in my house, and some sort of hair-styling equipment is always 

plugged in, ready for use. Some may think that such a high level of estrogen in one 

household could be toxic, but I disagree. My female relationships are some of the 

strongest I possess, and have made me who I am today.

I’m the middle sister of three, each of us only two years apart. Despite our 

closeness in age, my sisters and I rarely fight. Instead of competing with each other, 

we congratulate one another on our successes. Although I am still a competitive 

person, I leave my competitive edge on the field, and allow myself to relax with my 

family.

If there’s one thing I feel when I’m with my sisters, it’s safe. I’m free of 

judgment or criticism, and can and will tell them anything. My sisters are my allies, 

especially when it feels like the world has turned against me. I can count on them to 

keep me buoyed.

Unlike with other relationships, my sisters always understand me. We’ve 

developed a bond such that silence in the car isn’t awkward, but rather a time to 

recharge, reflect, and relax. I’m able to study with my sisters, because we don’t get 

distracted by each other’s company. Sure, we take study breaks and chat, but we all 

value our time and realize the importance of a strong work ethic.

We’re like pieces a puzzle the three Mustoeteers; we fit well together. Our 

shared sense of humor, interests, and values are what make us a perfect trio. We 

have so much more confidence with each other. We remind each other of our 

strengths and individuality.

As the middle sister, I’ve always had my older sister to look up to. I wanted to 

follow in her footsteps, yet at the same time create a path of my own. And I have 

succeeded at it; I am the only singer in my family. I also set an example for my 

younger sister. I like to perform to the best of my ability to be a good role model for 

her. I am motivated to succeed to show my sisters what I am capable of. Although I don’t know what my future holds, my sisters will support me in all of my endeavors.

I’m unafraid to take on the world ahead of me, because the world around me has given me the support I need to pursue my dreams.