My sister and I are so close now because of what we went through together. Many people ask me why we are so close, and even though our grief has brought us together, you don't have to lose a loved one to be close to your family. All you need is love, understanding and a little time. I'm asking you, every chance you get, to take that extra time to spend with your family. When no one else seems to be there for you, your family will always be there ready to help you, whether that means just listening to you for a while or going out to do something fun to distract yourself, they are the ones who know you best and love you the