by Gabi Elentri

A dozen students, made up of six sets of twins, are proving that sometimes the best things really do come in pairs.

While they may share birthdays and appearances, each set has its own experiences that make twin life one-of-a-kind.

Although twins often share many similarities, many say their differences are what make their relationship most unique.

“My brother Luke and I are more similar than different,” senior Quinn Dieter said. “But one way we differ is that I’m more extroverted than him”

Even when twins have a lot in common, they often find ways to stand out as individuals.

“Outside of our genetics, my brother Layne and I are completely different.” sophomore Vienna Jevicky said. “Layne is more involved in school clubs while I’m more involved in sports.”

Layne and Vienna Jevicky pose for a photo together.

Photo Courtesy: Mrs. Jevicky

In some cases, twins can be so different that people forget that they’re twins.

“Some people don’t even know that my sister and I are twins because of our differences,” Layne said. “We have different interests and fit into different friend groups.”

Differing from your twin can be interesting, but being alike can come in handy. Some twins take advantage of their similarities and use it to play tricks on others.

“One time in elementary school, my brother Cody and I tricked our teachers by swapping places,” junior Connor Wilson said. “Everyone believed it until our personalities gave it away.” 

Connor and Cody Wilson pose for a photo with their mother.

Photo Courtesy: Connor Wilson

Twins can try to be the same, but in the end their differences usually make it obvious.

No matter how different they may be, many twins share a connection that makes them feel incomplete without the other.

“Even though my brother and I don’t always get along, I don’t know what I would do without him,” Vienna said.

Their bond goes beyond siblings, built on a connection that only they can truly understand.

“Having a twin has given me a built-in best friend who understands me well,” Quinn said. “At the same time, being a twin has pushed me to figure out who I am as an individual.”