You’ve been there for me since day one. And while that might not have necessarily been a choice, I can’t thank you enough for always being by my side. Growing up, you were always there to play or binge-eat sugary foods with, and while of course consuming sweets is always high on my to-do list, now you’re here for a lot more than just fun and games.

I will forever be grateful to have such a close relationship. You have put up with the rants about friends, boys and parents. You have let me go to you with no judgments and no questions asked. You have continually reminded me that I am strong and beautiful on my own and that I don’t need anyone to confirm that.

You have been there for me during my hardest times. When there were rough patches with family and we both just needed to get out of the house, you would always offer to take a drive to get away and just talk. You’ve always known when to listen and what to say.

Now that we’re getting older and going our separate ways, I hate not being able to have you by my side like I’ve become so used to. You’re no longer just a few feet down the hall; now a phone call or text is my most frequent way of reaching you. But even though we’re no longer kids without any worries, I know that when I need you, you’ll be there.

You’re my role model. You’re so kind, genuine and passionate about everything you do. You’ve never once given up on your dreams and I wish I were half of the person you are. I know that you’ll have nothing but success and happiness because you deserve nothing less.

More than anything, thank you. Thank you for being my shoulder to cry on, my ears to listen, my helping hand and someone to look up to. I can only be thankful that I am lucky enough to have such an amazing person in my life. Thanks for being the best brother a girl could ask for.