A Letter to my Sister: Wishes for a New Bride

I’ve always believed in happily-ever-afters, it’s the romantic in me.

I love seeing the girl get the guy (or the guy get the girl) at the end of movies.
I love a knight on a white horse.
And I love seeing fate work its magic.

My baby sister, who really isn’t a baby… she’s 31 years old, is getting married on Saturday. I have always dreamt and wished and hoped for her a happily-ever-after.

When Jane first mentioned this guy named “Brian” a few years ago, I had a feeling. I had one of those sister feelings that I knew this was the one. There was something about him. And then when I met him, I knew. This was her knight on a white horse.

I’ve always believed that everyone has a soul mate, and that part of our journey and adventure here is finding him or her. Sometimes we have to dig a little deeper to find him/her, but the beauty of life is that when you do… everything changes. Life suddenly becomes… LIFE. I always used to say to Matt, my life wasn’t complete until I found you. I remember feeling the day I met Matt, “There you are! I’ve been waiting…” It was an internal feeling.

Jane, you met your soul mate. You met your perfect other half… or as I like to say, your puzzle piece. You fit beautifully together and it’s evident when anyone is with you.

As your sister… I wish for you many things in life.

But this week, as your sister… as I watch you prepare to marry the man of your dreams, I want to give you some wishes, wishes for a bride.

I wish many lifetimes of happiness for you and Brian.
I wish many children.
I wish laughter and happiness and giddiness.
I wish hugs upon hugs.
I wish health and peace to you both.
I wish you a life together filled with promise and dreams fulfilled.
And I wish you a happily-ever-after.

You’ve met him, Janie.

This was him.

Your life led you right to Brian.

I am so proud of you.

I am so in awe of you.

And I love you more than anything.

I am honored to stand beside you on Saturday and watch you marry your prince.

But you know what?

Your happily-ever-after has already begun… !!

xo
Audge

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Audrey McClelland has been a digital influencer since 2005. She’s a mom of 5 and shares tips on her three favorite things: parenting, fashion and beauty. She’s also a Contemporary Romance Author.

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11 Comments

  1. 7.12.12
    Dad said:

    Couldn’t have said it better myself

  2. 7.12.12
    Amy said:

    Love this. I have a sister that we’re still waiting on a prince for. I hope for a post like this in the future. Thanks to your whole family for sharing your lives. Excited for your family’s weekend!

  3. 7.13.12
    Rhonda said:

    Tears….I love your relationship with Jane. I can’t wait to see pictures of this beautiful wedding and of the prince and princess.

  4. 7.13.12
    Mom (Sharon) said:

    Beautifully written, Audrey… from the heart and love of a wonderful sister. I am SO excited for Saturday, to witness this love become eternal! xoxox!

  5. 7.13.12
    Jane said:

    You did “call it” early on with Brian… you knew he was the one for me! And you were right! This is such a special letter. Thank you so much! I am so honored that you will be my Matron of Honor on Saturday. I love you!!!!!!

  6. 7.13.12
    Meg said:

    Beautifully written! I am so excited for Saturday! xo

  7. 7.13.12
    donna said:

    Thats beautiful Audrey,

  8. 7.15.12
    Sharon said:

    ditto what everyone wrote above. I only hope and pray my two little girls will have a beautiful sisterhoood that equals what you and Jane have. you both are so fortunate!

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