Rissa May Step Siblings -

One rainy night, my car broke down two towns over. I was stranded, my phone was dying, and every friend I called was busy. In a moment of desperation, I texted the group chat labeled "The Mayhem" (courtesy of my step-dad).

Just because we’re family now doesn't mean I have to like all of their friends. But I do have to show up to their band recitals. Respect first, friendship second. rissa may step siblings

I’m Rissa May, and I am a proud (albeit exhausted) step-sibling. One rainy night, my car broke down two towns over

Suddenly, I had to share a bathroom with two guys who thought Axe body spray was a substitute for a shower. There were territorial wars over the remote control. Dinner conversations were stilted, full of "please pass the salt" and zero eye contact. Just because we’re family now doesn't mean I