Happy Birthday Little Sister...

So...even though she will kill me...

I just had to pop in and wish my younger sister, Angela, a Happy 25th Birthday!

She hates getting her picture taken, so the only ones I have are from my wedding in 2006...{and since some of you emailed requesting to see pics of me in my wedding tiara I thought they would work anyways ;)}...

 

I love this one taken right after, "You may kiss the bride"...I love the smile she has on her face for us...

Angela has always been there for me...and we have gone through some rough times together, but we always help each other through. We even think we have one of those "twin" connections you hear of, even though we are almost three years apart. We are always finishing each other's thoughts and sentences. Literally, she will call me up and say, "Who was that girl from...you know..." or something along those lines and almost every time...I know.

A couple of months back Angela and her fiance Jeff got engaged on a cruise in the Caribbean...you know one of those engagements a girl couldn't even dream up. They had, unfortunately, faced a family tragedy the day before...but their love pulled them through and solidified their relationship even more than the 8 years they have been together...

 

And just as Angela was my Maid of Honor...I will be her's {whenever they finally set a date! Apparently they aren't in a hurry}...and I will be beaming with pride {and a twinge of sadness} on that day as she makes that promise of commitment and love...

So...little sister...you have gotten me through so much...and I know you will get me through so much more in the future, just as I hope to do for you. Thanks for always supporting me, encouraging me, and inspiring me in your gentle and graceful ways...

You deserve so much more than you have been handed...and I know it has been hard...but I hope that this day...this 25th year of your life...is filled with all things you have hoped and dreamed for...and then some ;)

Happy Birthday Angela...

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And on a side note...Joshua is having another giveaway on his blog! It's a beautiful, one-of-a-kind Remnants of Time ring, featuring a Swarovski crystal, that you are sure to love! Click here to check it out and enter.

 

Thanks for all the well wishes! I am feeling much better and will hopefully be back to my old self in just a few days. I really appreciate all of the kind words from all of you on my health and fall preview! I am working hard at getting it all ready for you!

Till next time...

Comments

[Sheila R]

I just love the picture of you both! Two beautiful ladies sharing a special bond.

Happy birthday Angela! Hope it is a good one!

[Julie Marie Vicknair]

Hello Alice, Angela is absolutely stunning! (So are you too, of course, and I love your tiara!) Her smile shows how beautiful she truly is in her happiness for you and Josh...Sisters share a special bond like no one else...Happy 25th Birthday sweet Angela... my wish for you is for only beautiful happy days ahead... Bisous... Julie Marie PS Happy you are feeling better Alice... doggie kisses Renoir...

[Leah C]

Wishing Angela a blessed & beautiful birthday...and a year full of promise! It's such a loving tribute to your sister, Alice; she won't want to "kill" you, she'll want to kiss you;) The photos are so lovely...the two of you shine with beauty{inside & out}!

[Helene]

I don't know why she hates having her picture taken, because she's beautiful! Seems like she's too critical of herself.

[Sandi]

Hi Alice,
Happy birthday to your sister Angela! The picture of both of you is just gorgeous! Love your dress and you are both about as big as a minute! lol
My daughter is 30 today...what a great day in history!!
Blessings~

[Chani]

What a beautiful wedding picture! You look stunning and so does your sister. Your wedding dress is a dream!

[Merethe :o)]

I just found your blog and I LOVE it!!! :o) What a beautiful tribute to your sister and what a wonderful bond the two of you share! You're both stunningly beautiful and I'm wishing you both all the best!!! :o)

I am looking forward to following your blog from now on...

Best wishes from
Merethe in Oslo, Norway
(on the other side of the world)

[MOM]

Love the posting honey, Angela will love it too! My beautiful girls, I am so proud of you both!!!

and boy do I feel old....... a quarter of a century ago.....hahaha

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ANGELA!!! MY LABOR DAY BABY!

I LOVE YOU GIRLS AND YOUR MEN (MY BOYS)!!!
LOVE,
MOM

[sashagirl]

What a sweet and loving tribute to your little sister. I can tell you two have a very special relationship. The pictures from your wedding are stunning! I hope Angela has a very Happy Birthday!
(((hugs)))
Milli

[Andrea]

Happy Birthday to your sister Angela!

You both look so pretty!
Alice, you were a beautiful bride. I love
your wedding gown!

I have a sister too, and I understand the
sister bond that you have together. My
sister is a blessing to me.

[June]

Hi Alice,
Angela is a beauty just like you. What a lovey tribute to your sister. There is something so special about the bond sisters share. I am blessed with two wonderful sisters who have pulled me through some hard times, and they are always sharing my joys as well. I'm so happy that you have such a relationship with yours. Such a beautiful picture of the three of you on such a joyous day.
Hugs,
June

[Paula]

Dear Alice,

You and your sister are both very beautiful!!! I love the photo of you together on your most special day. You were a gorgeous bride! Such a loving tribute to your dear sister. I know she will appreciate it. I wish her a very happy birthday and a wonderful year filled with joy!

I am so glad you are feeling better! I am sorry that you and Josh were both sick. I know Renior took good care of you. :) The ring Joshua made is so beautiful!

Love, Paula

[Lisa Super]

Double gorgeous I tell you!!

[tracey]

You were a beautiful bride! Happy birthday to your sister :) I'm definitely lovin that new ring!!!

:) T

[Polly]

Every time I see a picture of you I'm just stunned by how lovely you are. I forget that you're so young because you have such a "old soul". I hope that sounds as flattering as I mean it. *sheepish smiles*

I'm glad you're doing better. I caught something too and it lasted about 2 weeks before I really got done with it. Could we have the same cold from different states?

Hope you have a restfully beautiful weekend. Blessings.. Polly

[Cheryl]

Hi Alice!
You were (are) such a lovely bride!! And your sister is as lovely...good genes :-) You will both have darling children some day.

And so great to see that you are feeling better. Summer colds are the worst! I have already been shopping your creative webshop.

Cheers,
Cheryl at Casual Cottage Chic

[Barbara Jean]

love the little watch art.

barbara jean

[Carole]

Alice,
It's wonderful to see the relationship you have with your sister. Something I wished I had.... but good friends fill that void. Hope you get better soon and grace us with all the beautiful images you are known for.
All my best,
Carole

[Debbie]

Hi Alice,

I don't know why she doesn't like her picture taken, she is beautiful, just like her older sister. What a nice tribute for her birthday. Glad you are feeling better.

Debbie

[Stephenie]

Alice, I loooove seeing your wedding pictures. You look so pretty.. Your sister does too.. I hate having my picture taken also.. Happy late Birthday to your sister..
Stephenie