In a little over two weeks my little sister is going to graduate from high school. AND. I. CANNOT. BELIEVE. IT. We are nine years apart and grew up mostly away from one another but I love her as if we'd spent every minute together as sisters should. She is beautiful, intelligent, kind, generous, bright, and witty. I have never known someone with such confidence and grace. Her smile lights up a room and I could never fit all of her achievements into this entry. She makes me proud each and every day and has already, at 18, made such an impact in this world. Mattie Beatrice, thank you for inspiring me and teaching me a thing or two about life. Thanks for letting me borrow your clothes and asking for my advice. YOU ARE MORE SPECIAL THAN YOU'LL EVER KNOW!!!!!!!!!! 
