To my magic sister,

When I first found out about you I experienced a whirlwind of emotions. Honestly, I thought I already had everything and everyone I needed. I was unsure about what I wanted, and I was unsure what the future held. Sometimes I wanted to close that newly open door, but I wasn't ready to make that decision. I don't know what you wanted or how you felt but I always felt accepted and that you wanted to pursue a relationship. You made me feel wanted and that's a special gift I will always cherish.

The beginning of our relationship was different. Different is the only word that I feel can sort of describe it. We were both going through hardships. Hardships that we were dealing with prior to magically acquiring a sister. It's obvious it wasn't magic but for me it felt like it was. I think we did what we could to keep our newly established relationship afloat, but I wish I knew then what I know now.

When we met, in person, was the first time I realized that we had a special connection. That four-day family vacation didn't go as I anticipated. I regret somethings that happened but if it wasn't for that time together we wouldn't be where we are now.

Since meeting we have found a way to consistently communicate and develop an irreplaceable relationship. I love that I have someone that I can talk to who I feel genuinely understands me and takes the time to listen. Although we share many similarities, we have our own unique qualities and individual perspectives. I appreciate that we can use our opposing opinions to challenge each other and open each other's eyes to a thought process we otherwise wouldn't have considered. Two of my favorite qualities about you is your openness and honesty. I never have to question our relationship or if you're upset with me. I know you'll tell me. It's comforting to know that if I need someone to talk to I can call you and openly talk without a filter. I hope you know I'm here to be that same person for you. I'm so thankful to have someone I can trust and someone who trusts me. Our magic sisterhood is so easy.

Sometimes I wonder what it would be like if we were raised together. I think about all the stereotypical scenarios when you think about siblings. But then I remember... We're Dad. We're both hardheaded like Dad. We're both opinionated like Dad. We're both just as vocal as Dad. I'm not sure what you were like as a kid. But, I know what I was like and the thought of there being two of us at that age is scary. We didn't dodge just one bullet. We dodge many bullets. I truly believe everything happens for a reason. Originally, we may have thought it was a bad time to meet and we missed out on so much, but you magically appeared at the perfect time. You are the magic sister I never knew I needed and I'm so thankful for you.

Love,

The magic sister who finally has clarity