Happy Birthday to my sister

Over the 5 days I was away at Laos, I missed many birthdays. 1 of which was the birthday of my beloved sister on 18 August. Viewing her photos of her day (btw.. i love your new dresses!!!), I can't help but feel happy for her as she exudes a sense of blissfulness and happiness, radiating exuberance and joy.

I've always been proud of my sister. Even in primary school, she would be the primary 6 gal with friends surrounding her, while I'd be the quiet one eating at the canteen with a friend. She's everything I'm not. She used to be what I always aspired to be. A people-person, sociable, driven, patient, wise. I used to want what she have. Freedom & independence, mostly. I'm still very proud of her, but without the envy of wanting to be her. Coz I'm my own person now.

I think the years have brought us much closer. She being away for the past 11 years didn't really help bridge the distance between us. But her decision to return to S'pore for a year before she got married really did improve our relationship. I liked having someone who I can just call to go out shopping or watch movies with. I liked sitting on her bed and watch her as she got dressed to go out. I liked that the whole family can have dinner together. I liked going to church together with mum, dad and her.

I think our relationship strengthened even after her marriage. Her presence (thru' phone calls and smses) during one of the most difficult times in my life was my pillar of support. Knowing that someone truly understands and knows the situation comforted me.

I love my sister.

I believed God has blessed me so much by allowing me to be her little sister.

Happy Belated Birthday jie. :)