I had myself kneeling at my Mom's feet, begging her that I must have a new ?playmate?, telling her, ?Momma! Momma! Can I ask you a favor?? I said with all smiles.



?Yes, sweetie. Sure. What is it?? She said after picking me up and putting me on her lap.

?Umm, are you 100% sure you'll do this for me, Momma??

?Well, if you're asking me to give you a car for your birthday, then there's an odd chance you're getting one, sweetie,? she smiled lightly.

I said, ?No way, Momma! I don't want a car. At least not right now. When I'm older maybe. Thirteen??

?I'll have to think about that, honey. A bike would be much nicer,? she said as she kissed my forehead.

After a long pause, she realized that I was still sitting on her lap, remembering the real reason why I had been there in the first place.

?So, how about it, Katie? What's this favor you want from Momma??

I smiled and said, ?Momma, I want to have a baby sister.?

Her eyes grew big with shock, but managed to bring out the smile I've grown to love. And with that, I knew that I had gotten what I wanted.

So now, here we are. My little sister and I'doing almost everything together. I was there for her, she was there for me. Although she was too young to give me advice when it comes to teen problems (boyfriend issues and the like), she was there to give, if not the best, then one of the best hugs on earth. Not only is she a good listener, but she's also a teacher, too! Well, somewhat.

She taught me how to play those games you'd see online: Spongebob Squarepants, Warcraft, you name it. Joanne's like this game master champ. You give her a game, she gives you a gold medal. That simple. That's why a lot of people are intimidated to play with her because of that skill. And I think, I'm the only one who's brave enough to play against her. Even though I know what my fate will be after each game.

One game she recommended for a non-loving combat player like me was Bratz games. These games were the type I'd like to spend my time on. I was happy because she recommended a game that wouldn't require me to kill a civilian or a zombie this time.

Bratz games definitely brought out the ?inner girl? in me. I never imagined this would be better than Diner Dash or Feeding Frenzy. And you know what, all you need is just a flash player and then you're set for playtime!

The Bratz games I constantly play are Cloe form Bratz, Bratz Makeover and Bratz Makeup. They are totally fun, time-consuming in a good way (if you've got nothing to do). And these Bratz games don't just offer blood and guts-free games, they also bring out the creativity in you.

The Bratz Makeup game lets me beautify my Bratz doll to its prettiest potential. It even lets me practice with lipstick colors and eye shadows that would blend nicely with different hair colors and skin tones.

At present, though I am 19 years old and definitely everybody's college girl, I still believe that nothing in this world could replace the fun I have with my family (especially with my sister) and the fun I still have every time I come across Bratz games!