Day 4 — Your siblings

Sibling relationships - and 80 percent of Americans have at least one - outlast marriages, survive the death of parents, resurface after quarrels that would sink any friendship. They flourish in a thousand incarnations of closeness and distance, warmth, loyalty and distrust.


Nyssa,


I’ve pretty much told you all I can tell you in my maid of honor speech at your wedding. That moment was so surreal to me, my little sister getting married. And here you are, two years later still happy as ever and with a baby on the way. I must admit I’ve had my doubts, but you’ve proven me wrong. I know we don’t agree on everything, and we have very different views and opinions and ways of going about things, but you are my sister and I love you.

 I still can’t believe you’re going to be a mother and I’m going to be an aunt. This makes me feel old actually. But I’m so excited, although probably not as excited as you are.

 Thank you so much for being such an amazing sister and I’m glad to be your big sister.








Tegan,

I’ve already written you a letter as my best friend, but I think writing one to my sister will be easier. You are a great sister to have, although sometimes I feel like you’re the older sister and I’m living in your shadow. You are such a smart, strong girl and at times I’m envious of it. I wish I could have your drive and brains. I’m very proud of you, dear sister, and I always will be.


You are such a great people person, and so selfless in everything you do. You’re a great friend to have and you’re always putting others first. You give good advice and you’re an excellent listener. All the lives you touch are forever changed because of you. You’ve got such a strong presence that people have a hard time forgetting you.
I know you have forever changed my life and you will always be a hug part of it. I know I can count on you for anything and if I ever need to talk you’re always there, ready to listen and give the best advice you can give. You might be four years younger than me but I honestly feel young in comparison. You definitely are an old soul and it’s amazing.
 I’ve never been more thankful to have anyone for a sibling. You truly are a rock. Thank you for everything and keep working on your dreams. You can achieve anything, I firmly believe that.



Ian,

How unfortunate it must be to be a younger brother to three older sisters.  I know we pick on you a lot and give you a hard time but it's because we love you and are looking out for you.  Always know that no matter what you've got sisters who have got your back.  We're lucky to have you and I'm thankful every day to have a brother like you.  Thank you for being awesome.  I love you.


Good luck in all you do and I'm proud of you.  Keep up the good work.