Buckle up, folks, because we’ve got a juicy tale of sibling rivalry and college admissions drama! As someone who’s been through the grueling process of applying to top schools, I thought I could help my sister navigate the treacherous waters. But oh boy, was I in for a wild ride! Despite my best efforts to offer sage advice, my sister’s stubborn streak and lofty dreams of attending an Ivy League school led to a rollercoaster of emotions. So, grab some popcorn and get ready for a story that’s equal parts frustrating and relatable!
The College Application Saga Begins!
Sister’s Ivy League Dreams
The Importance of Extracurriculars
♀️ Is Anime Club Enough? ♀️
The Disadvantage of a Single Club
No Application of Skills
Parental Pressure for Advice
The College Admissions Crapshoot
Sister’s Stubborn Stance
Bratty Behavior and Rejection
Sister’s Rant and My Reaction
♀️ The ‘I Told You So’ Moment ♀️
Sister’s Anger and Accusations
The College Rejection Fallout!
Well, well, well… it looks like my sister’s grand plans of attending an Ivy League school came crashing down faster than a house of cards! Despite my warnings and attempts to guide her towards a more balanced college application strategy, she remained adamant that her anime club experience would be enough to secure a spot at her dream school. Fast forward to the inevitable rejections, and suddenly, I’m the bad guy for not being ‘sympathetic’ enough! I mean, come on, I tried to help, but she just wouldn’t listen! ♀️ Let’s see what the internet has to say about this sticky situation…
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