When My “Big Sister” Wasn’t Allowed to Play with Me Anymore

I felt rejected, hurt, and confused

Photo by Jens Johnsson on Unsplash

Randy was my best friend. She lived around the corner from me. She was like a big sister for much of my early years until I reached about the age of 4. I have fond memories of playing in the backyard, jumping rope, or just eating watermelon and popsicles together. I also have many childhood pictures of…