When you find out that you are going to have a sibling at 2 years old, it is exciting and terrifying. It's the best thing because you can finally boss your younger sibling around, yet it's terrifying because now you are a role model to your brother or sister. In my case, my little sister was the greatest thing ever to happen to me. She has taught me a lot throughout the years, and I am incredibly thankful to have her in my life.

Thank you for being my first best friend. You are my best friend no matter what we go through, whether it be a tiny argument or a huge blow out.

Thank you for keeping all my secrets from mom, no matter how bad it is or how mad you are at me.

Thank you for making me more responsible.

Thank you for always answering my calls, and being that pick-me-up when I'm feeling down.

Thank you for making impulsive decisions with me, even if they are poor life choices. I can count on you to make them with me.

Thank you for giving me the opportunity to be a role model to you. I may have always been the annoying know-it-all, but I didn’t want you to make the same mistakes I made.

Thank you for being the one who is always down to go eat (even though we probably just ate 15 minutes ago). I love that you possess the same love for eating I do, and can finish an entire three-course meal by yourself .

Thank you for teaching me what being an amazing big sister is like. I never wanted to let you down, and you constantly tell me how great I am.

Most importantly, thank you for being an amazing little sister. I couldn’t have asked for a better sibling. You make me so incredibly proud to be your big sister, even though you drive me crazy.

You may be the biggest pain in the butt sometimes, but I would never trade you for anything. You are the biggest blessing in my life, and I am so incredibly proud of you for everything you accomplish.