On August 6, I said these words to my older sister and her new husband, Jason:

"Hello? Can you hear me? Yes? Okay great! Hi! For those of you who don't know me, I'm the younger sister of the bride, Meggie. I'd just like to apologize in advance for my lovely hoarse voice. You see, writing for me comes fairly easy, but this speech was on of the hardest things I've ever written. Not because I didn't know what to say, but how to say it.

If he can handle mine and my brother's stupidity, he can do anything. He's such an easygoing guy, that's why he fits with this family so well.

Marriage isn't easy. It's about give and take... or in my house when to tell your wife you just bought another motorcycle and when to store it away for the next 12 months.

I asked some people who've been married 20-plus years about their thoughts on marriage. One said, 'What's mine is mine... but what's his is mine also,' Another said, 'Communication. Also never tell her what you buy.' And the third said, 'Marriage is a 50-50 deal. Never assume one is to serve and the other is to be served. Share in everything you do, and you will have a long and fruitful marriage.'

Karly, I love, you're my best friend and big sister. You've taught me everything from how to ride a bike without falling over on the concrete to teaching me how to apply just the right amount of makeup without looking like a clown. I wish you the best of luck and happiest of times on the next chapter of your life with your soul mate. With that being said, let's get lit!"