Welcome Post ;)

I was recently assigned the task of creating a blog that's interesting, relevant to me, and something other people can relate to.  Immediately I thought of being the only boy in a house full of women and girls.  Sisters and a mother, and one boy.  It's stressful, but also important.  I, of course, haven’t mastered the art of being the only guy in the house.  I've got a pretty good handle on it though, and I think I can pass on some valuable knowledge. 

Talking about being the man of the house and only being 16 is particularly close to my heart because since I was six, I've lived with all girls.  My mom and my two sisters.  I've been my sisters scapegoat more times than I can list and I've helped my mom with problems that no 16 year old should have to deal with.  I don’t mind doing it though because I know that they all appreciate it even though usually they don’t show it.  I’ve found that the amount of influence that I have on my sisters is incredible.  When they grow up, they probably won’t remember how I took care of them day after day and loved them endlessly.  However I hope that they will continue with the values that I’ve taught them. 

It’s not all good though.  My sisters and my mom realize they outnumber me.  If my sisters bring friends over, I’m forced to be nice to them because as I very well know, my mom will yell at me because I’m the “older brother.”  Between the taddle-tales, the blatant lies, and the overreactions I’m not quite sure where they find the time to dress themselves in the morning.  I’ve learned how to deal with it though, without getting too mad either.  It’s not easy sometimes, I know.  It’s possible though. 

When giving advice to moms and sisters, making the right decision can be tough.  That’s another area in which I believe I’ve almost perfected.  Advice comes to me naturally now, now that I have found a way to effectively evaluate all situations and come to a reasonable, honest conclusion.