To My Big Brother,

We have the kind of relationship that a lot of siblings would kill to have. Though we annoy each other 24/7 when we're together, we know that we each have each other's backs no matter what. I love how we're able to bond over the fact that we don't believe we look alike, even though everyone else seems to think we do. I love the fact that whenever one of us is crying, the other is always right there ready to beat up the person that caused us to cry. I love that even from over 500 miles away, I still know I can talk about anything with you.

I've grown up looking up to you and aspiring to have the warm, kind-hearted personality that you have. You can light up a room with smiling and starting conversations with just about everyone; except don't get too excited, I still think you talk way too much. You have a drive that not many others have, and when you want something, you go for it. I mean really, I don't know many other people who can say their brother is a United States Marine. From you, I've learned that hard work and a positive attitude come a long way.

Being away for college has made me think about how much I miss having you around. Every text I send you makes me remember the countless amount of letters I wrote to you when you were away at boot camp. Thankfully, I don't have to wait weeks just to get a response back with a text. Even from far away, you still continue to teach me thousands of lessons. You also still continue to push my buttons like no one else can.

I just wanted to thank you for pushing me to be the best at everything I do, whether that's getting me to squat more at the gym, or making sure I do well in school. Thank you for caring about me and protecting me. Thank you for being someone I can look up to. Thank you for being such a great older brother. I cannot wait to see you again.

Love,

Your Little Sister