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Southern Illinois

I am the oldest of four
* I have a very dear late brother who was a wonderful man
And built the extension on my house. He could do anything!
*I have a sister in Kentucky. I haven't spoken to her or my late youngest sister since 2012, when they made a nasty scene at my brother's funeral. Nice!
So, of the four of us, I'm the one lacking any family. They all died.😑
I miss my brother, who was my best friend!
I have created my revised family with my partner, Larry, and several people online...
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August 20
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Members responded warmly to the question about siblings, sharing a wide mix of family stories that ranged from close bonds to painful... Read more

Members responded warmly to the question about siblings, sharing a wide mix of family stories that ranged from close bonds to painful estrangements and heartbreaking losses. Several members described being the 'black sheep' of their families, while others shared grief over siblings who passed away too soon or relationships that drifted apart over time. A recurring theme was finding comfort and belonging in chosen family, whether through partners, friends, or the community itself.

A MyDepressionTeam Member

Ha! Sis! 😂

August 22
A MyDepressionTeam Member

I'm the youngest and have a brother 8!years older

August 26
A MyDepressionTeam Member

I'm the youngest and have an older brother who is 9!years older

August 24
A MyDepressionTeam Member

I have an older brother and a younger sister. Even though I’m the middle child I’ve always been like a parent to both siblings

August 21
A MyDepressionTeam Member

I have 1 sister 9 years younger than me.

August 21

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