Dear Big Bro,
We have had our fair share of ups and downs over the years, but I wouldn't change a thing. Growing up with you as my big brother is one of my greatest blessings. I grew up with you annoying me because there was nothing better for you to do, and I know that I annoyed you too. However, growing up with a big brother also meant that I had a constant companion in life and someone who I knew would always be there for me. I will never be able to put into words how much I love you or how much you mean to me, but here are a few reasons to thank you for everything you've done the past 22 years.
Thank you for being protective.
When we were little, you could pick on me as much as you wanted, but the moment someone else did you made sure to let him know you were the only one who could do that. You were always checking on me and making sure I was okay. People always talk about how a mother lion protects her cub, but she has nothing on a brother protecting his little sister.
Thank you for personifying what I want in a man.
You treated Mom and me with respect and showed me how I deserved to be treated by a guy. And you made sure to make it known when you thought I wasn't being treated fairly. You are kind, loving, funny, and you will do anything to make sure I am happy.
Thank you for always having my back.
You always kept my secrets and vice versa. I knew that I could always count on you. When things got hard, you were the person I wanted to talk to. When life got hard, you let me hang out with all of your friends. I mean what 8th grader wants his little sister, who is in 3rd grade, to hang out with him and his friends? But you didn't care, you included me and made sure I felt loved.
Thank you for my love of sports.
I always wanted to be just like you, so I wanted to play all the sports you did. I never thought I would say this, but thank you for stealing the remote and forcing me to watch ESPN. I can now carry on a conversation about sports and know what I am talking about.
Thank you for letting me steal your hoodies
This may seem minuscule, but this is one of my favorite things about having a big brother. I may not have had a big sister to borrow clothes from, but in my eyes having you to steal your old hoodies and sweatpants was even better.
Thank you for being you.
You have taught me so much. You never give up on your dreams, and you fight for what you believe in. I could not be prouder to be your little sister. I look back on the past 22 years and most of my favorite memories include you.
Thank you for being my best friend.
We are older and going in different directions in life, but I know you will always be there for me. You were my first best friend, and you will continue to be for the rest of my life.
This list could really go on a lot longer, but I guess I will sum it up by saying even though she denies it, I know why you are the favorite child because you are my favorite too.
Love,
You Lil' Sis
