Thank you, little sister, for...

...making me smile when my day isn’t going as planned.

Maybe I got a bad grade on my test, or I forgot about homework that was due. No matter what, you make sure I know how to keep smiling even when I'm down.

...showing me not to stress about the little things in life.

You show me there is so much fun to be had in life and great things to look forward to. There is simply no need to stress so much. Plus, there is nothing a spontaneous dance-it-out session can’t cure.

...keeping me youthful.

Showing me that you don’t have to be young to use your imagination and make-believe. This has helped me grow more as a person than you will ever know.

...being my One Direction concert buddy.

Many people think you need to be young to like One Direction. We both know that is a lie. The night of July 26, 2015, was the best night of my life with you by my side. Plus we had a nice view of Harry Styles to look at as well.

...showing me how to be myself. Be brave and bold.

I am so thankful for your craziness. Without it, I would not be able to show that I am just as crazy as you. You stick with your gut and act as YOU want. This is important because many people will try to change you, but DO NOT change. You are perfect the way you are, and you have taught me that same lesson.

...letting me tell people I was forced to watch Disney sing-alongs, even though I was the one who instigated it.

I admit, I may not like to let out the secret that I love Disney movies and Disney sing-along, but I will ALWAYS take an invite to come over and watch one.

...seeing me cry and being the first to comfort me.

I know whenever I am sad, you will be the first one to make sure I am okay. This is my favorite thing about you. Your hugs can cure any kind of sadness. You have the kindest heart and I am forever thankful for that.

...testing my patience.

You are one of the sassiest people I have ever met. I love you for that. You push my buttons 80% of the time, but no matter what, we stick together.

...taking the most ridiculous Snapchats with me.

I may be a little Snapchat-obsessed and you roll with it. You join me in my hilarious triumph of trying to make the funniest faces possible.

...being my best friend.

I would never want a best friend other than my 9-year-old sister.

Carly, I love you to the moon and back.