All My Heart

A poem for my sister

You and I see the world so differently

It seems like we can never agree

And at times I've sworn I couldn't stand you

I know you've probably felt the same

But there was never a moment

When I didn't love you with all of me

Now you've gone away to school

And I'm still stuck at home

I'll admit at times it's hard to cope alone

I spent my life hiding in your shadow

Now I'm forced to carry my own

And I'm learning from your triumphs and mistakes

I know someday we'll have own families

And maybe we'll live in different states

Whatever happens I hope we'll be closer than ever

Because you're the only sister I'll ever have

And I want my children to grow and adore you

I promise I won't let us lose each other

You and I are two very different people

And sometimes it seems like we have nothing in common

At times I swear I can't understand you

I know you've probably felt the same

But there was never a second

When I didn't love you with all of my heart