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10 Reasons Why Growing Up With Older Cousins Is The Best

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10 Reasons Why Growing Up With Older Cousins Is The Best
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Some of the best memories I have from my childhood are those I spent with my cousins. My dad grew up in a family of seven, which means by default, my family is huge, and honestly I wouldn't have it any other way. I also have two awesome cousins on my mom's side.

1. I always had an older person to ask questions. Whether it be recommendations on places to eat or healthcare diagnoses, they always had answers.

2. Since they have been through it all, I now have a ton of relationship experts to go to for advice.

3. There was always someone willing to play with me growing up. Despite big age gaps, they would always play a game of Rush Hour or Monopoly with me.

4. I then got to rope in their significant others to play games with me, doubling the fun.

5. I always had people to take my side when I was trying to convince my parents of something.

6. I always got to participate in their big life moments. Some of my favorite memories are their graduation parties and weddings.

7. I had built-in travel buddies. Not many people can say their cousin took them to Spain when they were 15.

8. I always have places to travel to for the weekend! They always welcome me into their homes, feed me, and show me around the new place they call home.

9. I always had people to look up to. All of my cousins have been amazing role models to me. They inspire me to be a better person. They are all successful in their careers and are just great people all around.

10. Now they all have kids or are having kids, so I get to return the favor. I get to be the awesome cousin who plays games with them and hosts them for a weekend.

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