Many siblings, especially brothers and sisters can have a difficult time getting along. I am one of the lucky ones that can say I have a very close relationship with my brother. Although we get on each others nerves sometimes, I know he will always be there for me through thick and thin.

To my big brother,

Thank you for the years of tough and brotherly love.

There's nobody else in this world who can pick on me and constantly throw sarcasm my way while keeping my best interest at heart. In doing so, you helped me grow thicker skin, develop a sense of humor and learn to stand up for myself. Although it may not seem like it sometimes, I appreciate you helping me become a tougher and more assertive individual in preparation for whatever life throws at me.

Thank you for the endless support.

Whether I wanted to pursue my dream as a koala cuddler or an animal biologist at National Geographic, you've always had my back and helped me believe that I could do whatever I put my mind to. You never let me believe for one moment that I wasn't good enough for whatever my heart desires. You are also constantly there to remind me that little setbacks were not the end of the world, and that I always needed to keep my head up. Whenever the world gets me down, I know that I have my big brother to help me back up.

Thank you for being my personal protection.

I know that I've always griped about you being overprotective, but it's this protection that has saved me from a lot of pain and bad situations in life. I know I always have you looking out for me when I don't seem to be looking out for myself. You're the best bodyguard a girl could ask for, even if it can be annoying sometimes.

Thank you for being my listening ear.

Even the times you pretend to tune me out, you end up responding to whatever I had to say, and that's how I know you're always there to listen. I know no matter what, I can count on you to listen and give some of the best advice. I cherish each and every ranting and gossip session that you partake in, and admire you for being able to handle it for all of these years.

Thank you for being my best friend.

Throughout my life, you have been one of the few that I will always be able to count on no matter what. Through friends and boyfriends coming and going, you are always there when the rest of the world seems to be crashing down around me. Whether you're in the room across the hall at home, an hour away in another city or on the other side of the world, I know that you will always be there when I need you. Whether it be helping me discover new music and movies or even myself, you have had such a great impact on my life than I am so thankful for.

Forever & Always,

Your little sister