“They are about to say ‘I do’, three little letters, two little words.
Its the simplest part of the day; but there is nothing simple about the things that will remain unsaid.
‘I do’ means I do know I could be hurt, but I am ready to be healed with you.
It means I do want to try, even when the fear of failure holds me back.
And I do not know the future, but I am ready to be surprised along the way.
‘I do’ means I do want your love & I do give you mine.
And nothing we do will ever be the same, because we will be doing it all together.”
My baby sis is getting married. I’ve been a part of the festivities leading up to the big day. I’ve listened to her brainstorm and I’ve thrown out a suggestion or 2. I was part of her bachelorette shenanigans. I’ve had an opportunity to meet my brother-to-be and be completely bowled over by how perfect he is for her. I love the beautifully blended family they are about to become.
My little sister. Literally little. With her beautifully infectious smile, her captivating brown eyes, and gorgeous ebony skin. And all the storm she brings with her. The fire, the passion, and the sheer will that makes her a force not just to be reckoned with but to be bowed to. And then I watched her giggle like a school girl when talking about the man she is going to marry. I watched her eyes get dreamy thinking about the life they will have together. And her excitement as the day gets closer and closer.
In 2 days I’ll get to watch my gorgeous younger sister walk down the aisle. I’ll see my dad give her away. I’ll watch my new brother vow to be hers forever and always. I’ll watch my sister vow to be his. I’ll try to hold back the tears as I watch two beautiful humans profess their love for each other.
I look forward to watching them grow in each other. I look forward to seeing all the amazing things they will accomplish.
Congrats Sis. Welcome to the family, Brother.
To paraphrase Maya Angelou:
“He was always hers to have.
She was always his.
They will love each other in and out
in and out
in and out
of time.”
Chaotically Controlled 
Congratulations to you both. Bobbie I’ve welcomed you into the family since day one. I love you guys unconditionally and I wish you nothing but the best on your union. Love y’all 😘😘😘😘😘
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Coretta; you say it so beautifully. Congrats to both my girls. What more can a mother say?
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