A Letter To My Brother

Jacob,

Over the years we have had our differences, arguments and on a few occasions (a very long time ago before you got stronger than me) we've even thrown a few punches.  I'll never forget the time you guilted me into making you macaroni and cheese.  You were about seven, when I was done, you insisted that something wasn't right.  It wasn't until you asked for a spoon that I realized that I didn't drain the macaroni and essentially made you eat mac and cheese soup.  I was 10, I hadn't quite perfected my culinary skills yet!

You were there for me when I was stuck in Texas and when Wayne was diagnosed last year and today I get the honor of serving as a bridesmaid in your wedding.....to one of the best women I've ever met.

I have to tell you, before you met Anna I wasn't sure I would ever type that last sentence.  I certainly never thought you would be with a woman with two small children.

But I can hardly remember a time when Anna, Kayden and Ethan weren't a part of our family and I wouldn't have it any other way.

Today I am filled with pride and joy for the man you are, the father you have become and the husband you will be.

I love you, Anna, Ethan and Kayden so much and I couldn't be happier that the four of you are officially becoming a family today.

Love,
Missy

**My younger brother is getting married today.  I am ridiculously emotional.  I knew I would cry at the wedding, but I didn't think it would start this soon.  Every time I looked at him at the rehearsal dinner, I started crying.  I am ending this post here because I'm crying so hard that I can barely see.  I'm just so happy for them!