Sister Love for National Sister’s Day

I have lots of wonderful pictures of Michele, but I picked this one because when we have our hair the same length, we look so much alike, and people ask if we’re twins! That makes me happy, because I’ve always admired (OK, I’ll just say it…  been jealous of..) how pretty my sister is.

In the month of August, I want to blog daily about things I’m grateful for…  things that make me happy, things that I don’t want to take for granted. 

The most important thing I don’t want to take for granted is the love and acceptance I feel from the people I love most. 

Here’s a list of 63 Reasons I love Michele..  I made the list with 62 things last year for her 62 birthday, but since she just had her 63rd birthday, added one more: You listen to me!

63 Things I Love about You, Sis!

1. You leave mints on my pillow when I visit
2. You can find treasures at flea markets 
3. You patiently teach me how to take better pictures
4. You introduce me to your fun friends
5. Tú hablas español conmigo
6. You look out for me
7. You laugh at my jokes
8. You love to celebrate birthdays (including mine!)
9. You find fun, creative, things to add to theme parties
10. You keep yourself pretty and healthy
11. You will talk to me while I’m walking
12. You like learning new things
13. You are empathetic of the troubles and joys of others
14. You like surprises
15. You love your Golden Retrievers
16. You’re a caring mother, sister, daughter, wife, friend… and person!
17. You love family
18. You’re a great cook
19. You send me pictures of purple flowers
20. You are a talented photographer
21. You are a founding member of The White Bathrobe Club (and include me in meetings!)
22. You are very flexible with your yoga poses!
23. You bring me joy
24. You’re a talented gardener
25. You are friendly and a popular neighbor
26. You are playful
27. You find the perfect presents for me
28. You like the smell of lavender
29. You’re relearning the piano!
30. You like massages
31. You’re great at interior design and home improvement
32. You can confidently advise me on paint colors
33. You love old books
34. You love new books!
35. You love bookstores!
36. You’re smart
37. You like to try new things
38. You’re sentimental
39. You can balance an oar on your chin!
40. You influenced my early music tastes: James Taylor, Jim Croce, Van Morrison, Chicago, Crosby, Stills, Nash, & Young
41. You’re my confidante
42. You’re a wonderful hostess
43. You like celebrating goofy holidays
44. You care for Veterans
45. You’re patriotic
46. You likes to play games
47. You built a successful food photography business
48. You’re a confident driver
49. You’re a scuba diver
50. You participated in my virtual Academy Awards Party
51. You had a Royal tea party 
52. You’re stronger than you realizes
53. You’re continually improving yourself
54. You’re respectful
55. You’re insightful
56. You introduced me to Ham/Apple/Brie Panini
57. You surprise me with flowers and little gifts when I visit
58. You make strong drinks that put me in a happy, mellow place
59. You like holiday lights and decorations
60. You are authentic
61. You are creative
62. You listen to me
63. You are older than me!