to my baby sister

who is now a college graduate.

just yesterday, we were playing with barbies, running through the sprinkler and eating root beer popsicles on a hot summer day, giggling over boys, fighting over clothes, and driving mom and dad absolutely crazy with all of our dramatic teenage girl antics.

and now, as of saturday, she is officially a big, big girl, in a big, big world. off to blaze her own trail, find her own way. and, as a spunky, fiery redhead, i have no doubt in her ability to stand out and make herself known in this world. even though she is my little sister, she inspires me in a big way. i can't wait to see what she'll do next.

congratulations, ashley! i love you!