Nikki,

I am so happy to have you in my life. I know we have not always gotten along with one another, but that is normal for sisters to fight from time to time. I want you to know I have your back. No matter what happens in life, you should know I am only a call, text or drive away. I would be happy to come over and talk or just hang out. I love you so much. I am thankful we have each other.

I love how we can talk and laugh about anything. I know having the age gap of eight years has not always been easy. For the longest time, you felt more of like a second mom to me than a sister. I know that had to be hard on you while we were growing up.

Maybe that is why we did not play a lot together. I know I got on your nerves a lot too. Thank you for putting up with me. It is hard enough growing up and figuring things out. I know no matter how annoying I got, you love me. I looked up to you, and I still do. I do not know if you realize that or not.

I am also enjoying getting to know your beautiful girls. My nieces are growing so fast, and I am so thankful to be able to spend time with them. I know it is hard to get together, even though we live in the same town, but at least states are not between us anymore. I love seeing them play with their cousin. It is so lovely to see them interact so happily.

I can see the joy in your eyes when you look at him too. He giggles and looks away in a shy way, but only because he wants to play with you. I love seeing both of you smile when y'all play together.

I am appreciative that you have my back as well. You have always been there for me, even if I did not realize it. Thank you for helping out whenever I need you, too. Even with your busy schedule, you figured out how to help. I may not talk to you as often as I would like, but I know you know that we both get swamped with the craziness of everyday life.

I look forward to getting to know you more as time goes on and we hang out more often. Our sisterly bond will grow stronger and stronger. I look forward to seeing your children grow up and be just like you: amazing, smart, beautiful and able to conquer anything thrown their way.

The way you love and nurture them is fantastic, and you teach them so much. They are lucky to have you as a mother. Last but not least, thank you for being there for me no matter what. I know I said that earlier, but it is true. I appreciate you, and I am thankful to have you as my sister. I hope we can get together again soon.