Private First Class
Little sister. I’ve never been so proud of you and scared for you. This journey that you’ve started promises to be one full of adventure, accomplishment and self discovery. What you are doing and where you are is exactly where you were always meant to be…. it just took some time for you to figure it out. Sometimes I wonder if you really know what you’re in for. I know you’re an adult but I still feel the need to protect and shelter you. I’m sorry. it’s just a big sister thing. I want to keep you from all harm. I never want you to be in danger, but that’s part of the job isn’t it? Though, I know it’s more than a job. You are one of the people protecting my freedom. Funny how I want to protect you, but it’s you who’s protecting me. It makes me swell with pride. I love telling people how my lil’ sister is in the Army. Despite what I may believe about war and weapons, I couldn’t be prouder of you. I see commercials for the Armed Forces and I smile a little, knowing they’re talking about you. You and I are such different people. You amaze me with your gifts and talents. Also, seeing you in uniform is weird and funny at the same time. The rebel of the two of us is now working for the man and has to to everything someone tells her. This makes me giggle. But all in all, i couldn’t be happier or prouder. I miss you and I love you
She really is working hard! I’m proud of her, too!