It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth -- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up -- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had.

- Elisabeth Kubler-Ross

Sunday, October 24, 2010

To my sisters

A sister is a gift to the heart, a friend to the spirit, a golden thread to the meaning of life. ~Isadora James


Dear Edie,

In my childhood, I never walked alone. I always had your footsteps to walk into. I knew where ever they would lead, I would be safe. You were my protector, my teacher, my guardian, my bully, but most of all my best friend.

As young sisters, you always let me tag along - even when I annoyed you. I was your sidekick. As sidekicks did, I listened to your commands. Even if it was sitting in a bush for all hours of the night to play hide-n-seek. The joke was on me because I was the only one playing that game. We had our own games. At night, we laid in our beds and would play I spy in the dark and "guess who I'm thinking of."

We had a bond that others did not understand and envied. I believe it's rare for two sisters to actually have a true relationship like we have. When I could not say what I was saying, you could. The times you were down, I tried to make you laugh. You are my role model. As you became a mother, I saw you grow. My love for you become stronger. I only wish I can be half the sister and mother you are. I look forward to what the future holds and know that our sisterhood will never die.

Dear Lindsey and Kelsi,

We weren't given the opportunity to have a stereotypical relationship. Our bond has to travel over 800 miles. I'm sorry that I cannot be there to wipe away the tears you shed. I wish I was there to kiss you good night. I'm sorry I'm not there when you need help with your homework. I wish I could be there to integrate your boyfriends. It saddens me that I have never watch you play a sport or in a play.

My only wish is that I can be the sister Edie was to me, 800 miles away. I love to hear your voice over the phone and to see your smile on the web-cam. No matter how many miles are between us, I am always there. You are on my mind everyday. Each one of you captured my heart the day I first met you.

Lindsey, I love your creativeness. I love your kindred heart. You are stronger than you think. I love your hugs and your laugh. I miss your warmth. I am amazed by your mind. You are a wise women at such a young age. You are exceptional-one of a kind and most of all, my heart.

Kelsi, you seize to amaze me. You have grown up to be an extraordinary lady. I love your ability to go through the obstacles that stand your way. I love your smile. I love your style. You are the most beautiful tom-boy I know. You are also exceptional, and one of a kind. But most of all, you are my heart.

I wish those summers and holidays lasted a life time. I never wish to leave you. As we get older, our love will not fade - life will never get in the way. Please understand, that if I could be at two places at the same time I could. Even though I'm here, it doesn't mean I love you two any less. Our relationship is only stronger because of the miles it has to travel.

To my sisters,
You are my all.
I wouldn't be the person I am today without you.
Each one of you has my heart,
And I will be spending my last breath loving you.

3 comments:

  1. this is beautiful...you are amazing friend, so i know your an amazing sister!

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  2. Such a beautiful letter. Thanks for sharing.

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  3. You should definitely keep writing. It's touching.

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