…to me! One year ago today I found my Sassy (full name: Sassy Samantha Starbuck — the triple-S threat! — after two of my favorite women television characters). You can read about the adventure here, here and here.

…AND to my beautiful, passionate sister, Nina, and her amazing

husband, Toby. They were married on a  gorgeous South Carolina spring day 15 years ago. I got to be there and witness their union as the Maid of Honor and I don’t think any of us Everett girls (except maybe my oldest sister, Paula, who always manages to hold it together in public) had a dry eye during the ceremony. I think mom started the water works, and once I looked at her, I was done.

I have to admit, my tears were quite selfish. It felt for all the world to me like I was losing my best friend. Our relationship would never be the same. That last part is true, but thanks to God and Nina, the first part never was. Our friendship has just grown deeper through the years. I am so proud and so honored to call her not just "sister" but one of my best friends.

Congrats on 15 wonder-filled adventurous years, sis!! And here’s to the next 50+! 🙂