As I sat listening to my sister talk, I noticed how much we actually looked alike. We were also finishing each other’s sentences. In a lot of ways were are different- her – artsy and musical, me- preferring lists and structure. However, for whatever reason, I realized how much we were alike.

Rewind the VHS tape back to the 90’s and our parents bought an Astro Van for 2 rows of seating just to avoid us arguing. She is older but back then, she was arguably older- high school to my middle school, etc.

Magically over time, this person, who would purposely eat sour cream and onion chips in the morning and sing “Don’t Go Chasing Waterfalls” to annoy my best and friend me, became my person.

Middle School Ashley, in her own “emo” phase or “hippy chic” (my preference to my then wardrobe) and High School Andi (cheerleader, popular) tolerated each other.

Now with time are close sisters who cannot be trusted if they partake in sushi and wine (wink wink Andi).

When you look at Ruth and Naomi in the Bible, Idgy and Ruth, Thelma and Louise, you will also find Andi and Ashley.