Giving Him Away

To my future sister in-law,

He has been mine for the 19.5 years that I have been alive. We did everything together. From fighting the bad guys with our pot and pan hats to crying with each other on the phone because our lives were a mess, we have been together. He is my hero. So sorry if I seem a little reluctant, he has just been mine for so long I have to adjust to letting you have him. Or at least to having to share him.

But here is some advice. I have a little bit more experience of speaking the language of my brother, so let me pass some tips onto you.

First, if something is on his mind- get it out of him because it will eat him alive. He needs to talk about it or it will stew inside of him until it explodes. (And trust me, when it explodes it is NOT pretty)

Second, he always says sorry first. Sometimes its so frustrating, but its okay because he has a forgiving heart. So let him say sorry first... because he actually means it.

Third, support him in reaching his dreams. He will probably reach them anyway, but he does so much better in his life when he has people supporting him. And he will need you, the woman he loves the most, to be behind him 100%. Do not fail him in that regard.

Fourth, love him unconditionally, and always be honest. He doesn't have trust issues, but he occasionally has a harder time trusting people. The one person he should never have to worry about trusting, is you. Always be faithful, always be honest.

Fifth, reach for the stars together. You belong together. Keep your covenants so that you can be worthy to be with him for the eternities. Help him keep his covenants. Together you can reach the ultimate happiness that this life has to offer. Don't ever get comfortable with "okay", instead reach for greatness. Together.

Sixth, Don't be afraid to put him in his place. He thinks he walks on water sometimes. (I'm sure you've discovered that... or maybe you haven't because you're so infatuated;) But don't be afraid to tell him when he is wrong. Do it with love, but do it. And hey, let's be honest... he does walk on water sometimes.

Seventh, Treat him well. He deserves it. He is amazing! He deserves the very best, so do your best to make him happy, and I know that he will give the same to you in return.

Love, your future sister in-law

P.S. I have wanted a sister for as long as I can remember, so I am beyond excited to have one.

P.P.S. Welcome to the family :)

P.P.S. I hope that I can find someone some day who loves me as much as he loves you.