My first memory of you is holding you in my arms and thanking god he gave me a brother.

My second memory of you was when you made me so angry I threw a shoe at your head… and then a remote. Then I was so angry with god for giving me a brother.

My third memory of you is when you got your license. I remember being so scared to have your reckless self on the road but even more afraid that I would lose you.

My fourth memory of you is when you and your baseball team made it to playoffs senior year for the first time in years (oh, that was just last week).

My favorite memory of you is when you heard me crying and upset because of a boy and you texted me. “Don’t let any boy make you cry. I’m so proud of you big sister and you’re beautiful and deserve the world.” Or something like that haha.

Now, you’re finally graduating and I couldn’t be more shocked.. and proud. Honestly, I knew you could do it. Although school isn’t your favorite thing to do, you excel in so many other things. One thing I have always admired about you is your ability to do absolutely whatever you want to do nomatter what anyone says. Even though it has gotten you in trouble a few times, it’s a good quality to have. You know exactly what you want and you go and get it, even if it takes someone telling you that you CANT to get you there. I am so proud of you on this day and I can’t believe my first baby brother and first best friend is graduating! You're going to go far in life champ! I love you so much and don't ever let anyone keep you from your dreams.