In human context, a family is a group of people affiliated by consanguinity, affinity, or co-residence. In most societies it is the principal institution for the socialization of children. Anthropologists most generally classify family organization as conjugal and consanguine in which parents and children co-reside with other members of one parent's family. .
Tears, warm and glimmering with feelings cascaded down my blushing cheeks. I sat there, curled in a tight ball on the corner of my bed. Each breath heaved in my stomach and the taste of salt covered my lips. A knock on the door made me somewhat compose myself. My hoarse voice permeated my room. "Come in," I whispered, my voice cracking like a whip and my eyes filling with a pool of feelings once more. A brunette, tall, beautiful and skinny entered my room. She closed the door behind her and plopped herself next to me.
"Hey sis." That was all she said. She didn't have to ask what was wrong or who was the problem, all she had to say was 'hey.' I broke down in tears. The feelings tore at my inside and I struggled for words. But I told her everything that was going on in my life. Because she was my sister, and family deserves to know your struggles. In that moment, I felt a connection with my sister. Obviously families aren't perfect. We fight a lot and we don't compromise on stupid little things. But there are moments when you feel broken and used and only family can help you escape that solitude. The importance of family is surreal. Without family, we would truly live in solitude and desperation. Now I know we have heard this all before. Be nice to your siblings or respect your parents. One of my favorite quotes of all time is, "You don't know what you have until it's gone." Right now, you might not feel like you need your precious family. But what about later? What about when you are married and have children? The bond between you and your family right now is crucial.
