As the summer comes to an end, we all like to reflect back on how it went. I, like many other college students, work at a summer camp and absolutely love it. At camp you quickly build strong relationships (both good and bad). By the end of 8 weeks, the most important person in your life is your co-counselor (your new husband/wife), and here's why.

1. She’s seen you at your very worst.

I’m talking greasy hair, sports bras, sweaty face and of course those oh-so-flattering one-piece bathing suits, and yet she still adores you. (Mostly because she looks the exact same.)

2. You two quickly earn the title of “Mom and Dad” together.

Being a camp counselor is basically like being a parent. You’ve dealt with puke, blood, tears, and everything in between. And when your campers get hurt or upset, you two are the only ones who can console them.

3. You’re her source for all the juicy gossip.

You can’t wait to spill all the details of the party from this past weekend you overheard—who got with who, who puked where, etc. She’s the first person you want to tell. She lives for the drama—it’s a guilty pleasure you both share.

4. Your kids are getting too smart.

They know exactly who to ask for certain things. If mom says no, go ask dad—oldest trick in the book.

5. She loves your flaws.

She knows how you get a little too excited on special event days, or that you don’t like to dunk your head in the water, or how you sneak seven treats on cookie day. She doesn’t mind, that’s what makes you, you—and she loves your quirks (hopefully!).

6. You’re on a whole new level of friendship.

You let her share your food…enough said.

7. She makes you laugh more than anyone.

You two know exactly what to say to make each other crack up. Sure, most of the time you’re laughing at your campers, but it still counts!

8. She can basically read your mind.

One look says it all. An eye roll or smirk and she springs into action or just chuckles with you at the camper, dancing in the corner.

9. No one understands your campers like she does.

You can complain to your friends as much as you want, but no one truly gets your campers like your co-counselor. You and she share a sixth sense about your kids, like who is really hurt and who is faking it to get out of playing soccer.

10. She has special insult privileges.

If anyone but your co-counselor tries to make fun of your kids, they better get ready for your wrath. It’s only okay when we say it.

11. Sometimes you just want to push her in the pool.

Let’s be honest, you can’t love a person 24/7, she will get on your nerves eventually. But just like a good spouse, you can look past it and appreciate the partner you have—because you wouldn’t trade her for the world!