Ari-bear

This is the story of a girl who inspired me.

She's basically the reason I started blogging. 

I followed her blog and was blown away by it. 

From the little doodles and gifs to powerful insights and intense emotion.
I saw how much she was accomplishing through her Blog, and I wanted something like that.

And here I am today.

Happy Birthday, Ari!

Thanks for doing my hair when I'm not so good at being a girly-girl. 

Thanks for being a second-big sister

and a fearlessly forgiving friend.

Thanks for doodling and writing haikus. 

I still have them.

Thanks for smiling. You really brighten up the day.

Thanks for being strong. It's never easy. 

Thanks for being a good example.

Thanks for the movie-nights.

We were the unbeatable pair in the Music Game.

Our craft nights and spur-of the moment "card making night" were unforgettable. 

Thanks for easing the stress of Fast-Sunday dinners.

... and for learning to cook with me.

Thanks for always making time for us.

Thanks for being a fangirl with me.

Thanks for being honest. 

Thanks for telling me what's on your mind.

Thanks for keeping me on-track with journaling. 

Thanks for letting me nick-name your car.

Basically, thanks for being the best not-by-blood sister a girl could ever hope to be blessed with.

May you continue to be an inspiration to the world.