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16 Going on 17

My sister's 16th birthday was the other day. So now I can officially sing the 16 going on 17 song to her. I made sure to tell everyone that was her age that, she's 16 now, so she can go on dates. My parents aren't too thrilled about this new development in her life. Ha!

For her birthday, she got a curling iron and a straightener. She realized just a little bit ago that when I leave, my straightener will leave with me, so she needs one of her own. And I guess she just want's a curling iron. She asked me if it was the right kind to which I replied, I don't know. Hi! I have naturally curly hair. I don't know how to use a curling iron. I hope the day never comes that I have to learn how to use one, because then I'm screwed. I tried curling her hair for her. It didn't turn out so pretty.

In honor of her birthday/I was cleaning my room and didn't know where to put them, I covered her bed in squishy pony stickers. Then we spent a good ten minutes poking them and giggling hysterically.

She didn't want a cake for her birthday, she wanted a cookie. But not any cookie. Nope. She needed a five pound cookie. Whatever floats your boat sis! I couldn't find my camera last night when my mom was serving up the cookie with a pizza cutter, so that's why pieces are missing. In case you were wondering.

I hope my sister doesn't make near as many stupid mistakes as I did when I was 16. But then again, she's a lot smarter than I was then, so I'm sure she won't. In any case, here's some tips 16 year old!
1. Boys are stupid
2. Just because you're 16 doesn't mean they will ask you on dates
3. Even if they ask you on a date, you don't have to go
4. Never go on blind dates. Ever. When you're 16 that is. I know that's how our parents met and all, but boys are creepy now.
5. If boys write you 5 page love letters declaring their undying love for you, RUN. AWAY. 
6. Don't drive friends in the car until you've had your license long enough. They're probably just taking advantage of your new driving skills.
7. The parents are usually right. Unless they say you can't watch the Office. That is a great show, and I give you permission to watch it.
8. Boys are stupid. Especially of the 16 year old variety.
9. Don't do things just so you can be a rebel. Please note all my scary movie experiences
10. Did I mention boys are stupid?
11. You're going to need friends to get through high school. But the right kind of friends.
12. Don't stop doing anything you love.
13. Have fun!
14. Kissing is gross if it doesn't mean anything.
15. 16 year olds don't deserve to be kissed ;)
16. Remember I'll always be there for you, and I'm pretty much the best sister you're ever going to get. 

The End. Happy Birthday Brinley! :)
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