I'm happy that my younger sister is married, owns a home, and has a second child on the way — but I'm also jealous. I'm learning to be OK with that.

• 03/30/2026, 11:25 AM
• businessinsider.com

Courtesy of Alyssa Wiens.

I'm a single 30-something renting in a community house in central Vancouver, where I can enjoy everything the city offers. I work a flexible freelance schedule, and fill my time with friends, new hobbies, and traveling.