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October 10, 2013

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Well we are now just two days away from my older sister’s BIG DAY. Life has been so busy lately, I’ve barely had a moment to process what is actually happening. Yesterday it finally hit me that this is HAPPENING not in a year, or even a few months, but in a couple days! I’m feeling rather emotional and reminiscent.

My sister has and always will be a role model to me. Whether it was following her lead to get in trouble when we were little, begging our dad to let us get a cat (and then a few years later a dog) or figuring out what life was all about after high school, I could always count on her for advice.

Last night before bed, I grabbed a blank sheet of paper to start writing my maid of honor speech. It has been one of those little stresses on my mind lately, like hey maybe I should figure out what I’m going to say because I don’t want to be blabbing and boring her and her fiancé’s friends and family to death. I think staring at that blank page of paper made this huge life event seem very real to me. I am so excited for her, so glad she’s found someone to spend the rest of her life with, and with the memories of when we were younger started flowing through my mind because I realized after this weekend, our family will be different.

On Saturday, she becomes a wife. On Saturday, our family grows by one. On Saturday, I gain a brother. All of this has made me very emotional and I don’t know why. Why do people cry at weddings?! They are a celebration after all, but I already know I am going to be a mess at her ceremony and when I give the speech. I love her to pieces and even though we have had our share of fights and disagreements, my heart is so happy for her. She deserves the best and I know that’s what my soon to be brother-in-law will give her, and we are all happy to welcome him into our family.

Sister, I am so overly emotional and thrilled for you! Thank you for being such a huge influence and supportive person in my life. I am happy to be your maid of honor and support you not only through your big life celebration, but continued on in your future. I love you!

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  1. Always Maylee says

    October 10, 2013 at 11:06 AM

    Yay it’s finally here. Congrats to your sister. It’s going to be an amazing weekend! 🙂

    xo, Yi-chia
    Always Maylee

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  2. Ginny says

    October 10, 2013 at 11:08 AM

    Such exciting time! I’m sure Saturday will be perfect for all of you 🙂

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  3. ash says

    October 10, 2013 at 11:31 AM

    You are so sweet! congrats to your sister! Have fun on the big day!

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  4. two birds says

    October 10, 2013 at 11:36 AM

    so sweet! congrats to her!!! have fun this weekend!

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  5. Lindsey PS says

    October 10, 2013 at 12:21 PM

    Awww…. gotta love sisters. I’m so glad I have 2 in my life.

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  6. Meredith says

    October 10, 2013 at 1:03 PM

    This is so sweet Rachel…I have two sisters, and I understand the emotion. Seems like you guys have a great relationship…I’m sure this weekend is going to be fabulous for your family.
    Meredith
    createthatoutfit.com

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  7. Bethie the Boo says

    October 10, 2013 at 1:08 PM

    Weddings are SO emotional – both in a happy sense but in a melancholy sense too – perfectly normal! Especially for as close as it sounds like the two of you are! I hope it all goes well – I look forward to seeing pictures!

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  8. Kaitlyn Trampel says

    October 10, 2013 at 6:33 PM

    CRYING. LOVE YOU! Can't believe the big day is here so soon. CAN'T WAIT TO CELEBRATE!

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  9. Alyssa says

    October 10, 2013 at 2:17 PM

    So sweet–have such a blast celebrating this weekend!

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  10. Ashley says

    October 10, 2013 at 2:32 PM

    Aww, this is so sweet, Rachel! Have a lovely time at the wedding- and KILL IT during the MOH speech! I’m sure you’ll knock it out of the park. 🙂

    -Ashley
    http://lestylorouge.com

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  11. Deanne Castro says

    October 10, 2013 at 3:11 PM

    Congrats to your sister!

    xo

    Deanne Castro
    http://myfashavenue.com/

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  12. Rachel says

    October 10, 2013 at 7:16 PM

    Can’t wait to see photos and hear all about it!

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  13. Diana Marks says

    October 10, 2013 at 9:56 PM

    your are very sweet! congrats to your sister!
    LA By Diana

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  14. Jen says

    October 11, 2013 at 1:00 AM

    Oh my gosh, that’s so exciting! Cherish every moment of the big day as it will pass crazy fast for both you and your sister! Make sure you have a few moments alone with her before the ceremony, it’s such a special time and a memory that you will look back on forever! Have a wonderful weekend!

    xo jen
    Pearls & Lace

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  15. Nnenna says

    October 11, 2013 at 10:08 AM

    Awww, how exciting! I hope your sister has the loveliest wedding and I can’t wait to see pics.

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  16. Lauren says

    October 11, 2013 at 11:03 AM

    This was so sweet. Hope you have an amazing time celebrating your sister!

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  17. Brynn says

    October 11, 2013 at 11:42 AM

    Congratulations to your sister! Weddings are so fun 🙂

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  18. Leigh says

    October 11, 2013 at 12:53 PM

    So sweet! Congrats to your sister!

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  19. Rachel Trampel says

    October 14, 2013 at 1:45 PM

    Love you babes 🙂

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  20. maya says

    October 14, 2013 at 8:55 PM

    YAY! I can’t wait to see the photos! Hope you had fun 🙂

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  21. Jacy says

    October 15, 2013 at 10:16 AM

    This was so sweet!! My best friend got married weekend before last and it was extremely emotional. I hope the wedding weekend went well – and I know you looked gorgeous too!

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  22. Sharon says

    October 16, 2013 at 8:42 AM

    What a sweet post! Have a wonderful time at the wedding…I can’t wait to see photos!

    -Sharon
    The Tiny Heart

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  23. Red Tag Chic Los Angeles says

    October 16, 2013 at 11:18 PM

    Awwwww what a sweet post…..I’m with you on being so emotional on your sister’s big day. It’s not easy to let go of a sister!

    Rebecca
    http://www.redtagchiclosangeles.com

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  24. Cassandra Too says

    October 17, 2013 at 8:52 AM

    I love the relationship you have with your sister. Congratulations to your sister and your family. 😀

    Google + / Twitter / Bloglovin / Check out BASI
    Cassandra | Backtofivehttp://backtofive.blogspot.com

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