When you're little, you and your sister don't have a care in the world. You play barbies or dolls and your biggest problem is who gets the bigger piece of the cake (which my sister cared way too much about by the way). You aren't thinking that one day this will end. One day, you'll both grow up and not live 20 feet from each other. Well, now is that time. My sister is engaged and will soon be married living in another state. She will no longer have the same last name as me and will no longer be across the hall from me. There are so many things I'll miss, but also so many things to look forward to. Here's to the things I'll miss...

1. Having two closets.

It's really nice being able to go from one closet to the other trying to find something different to wear every day. I tend to walk out of the house with my pants, but her top, my jacket, and her shoes. A little of both will make for the perfect outfit. However, I don't think I'll miss always trying to find that one piece of clothing I need that she has.

2. Being the other target.

As kids, mom and dad are scolding one sibling or the other. Well, now that you're gone...I'm the only target. When someone didn't put the new toilet paper roll on the rod, I get blamed. When the dogs went to the bathroom in the house because they weren't let out enough, I get blamed. You left me hanging to fend for myself, girlfriend.

3. You are my best friend during my lonely Friday night.

When everyone else is out with friends on a Friday night, I still have you. We can stay in and watch Netflix and text each other while being in the same room. You make me feel like I'm not a complete loser.

4. Who else is going to jam out to Justin Bieber with me???

I'll miss the drives to Sunday morning church blaring Justin Bieber on the way there and back. I'll miss dancing to all the rap songs then being country bumpkins to all the folk music. There's never a doll moment.

Yeah, I'll miss you, but there are many things to look forward to as well.

1. I get to see you grow up.

Good thing you're going first because I have no idea how to be a grown up yet. I am looking forward to seeing you on your wedding day being the most beautiful bride.

2. It will make seeing you that much more special.

Distance makes the heart grow fonder, they say. Or is that only for dating or marriage relationships? I think it's true, though. You can get on my last nerve when we are together all the time, but that's how sisters are. The minute we are apart, I miss it. Visiting you will be the highlight of my month.

3. You get to have your own family.

I can't wait to see how you and your fiance grow as a couple and learn to do life together. You've always set such a good example for me and I know that it will be the same with this. And hopefully, I'll get to be an aunt someday. Those kids will have the best mommy ever.

So, don't be sad that you're no longer living at home. Be excited about everything there is to come. We are all so proud of you and can't wait to see what God has in store for you. Love you to the moon and back!