September, Sapphire and my Schwester

The first day of September marks the transition of Summer into Fall, and the attractive three day weekend, thanks to Labor Day makes us think back to Memorial Day and make us miss the sultry Summer months that have mostly gone before us. The 1st of September also happens to be my sister's birthday. Who could forget the first day of the month? Easy, simple and special to say the least and to ring in the month of September, the month that is in between hot, sunny days and brisk nights with orange leaves falling into view. Septemeber, you are one of my favorites! And to my sister, whom I usually nick name sizzle, schwester and Sue, you are a treasured sapphire.

 She loves her camera.

Who would have known that as little girls we looked like twins and as young women, we look almost nothing alike. Although we are quite different, our simarilities can be seen by all. Our quirky sense of humor (thanks Dad!) comes out in various forms and ways, our need and should I say talent for communication in written or verbal form are expressed to others so carefully and thoughtfully, our hint of interest in the German language (Ja!), and our enjoyment of walks, runs and bike rides in nature. Many things about us are opposite to one another though, which can actually make things pretty interesting, complex and maybe even a little dramatic. But these are all good things, it displays our character and our deep need to understand ourselves as well as one another. Her sense of compassion, wisdom, humor and spontinateity challenges me to see things in a new and different perspective.

And I really like my rings.

Having sisters is a gift from God. I'm reminding myself of how lucky and truly blessed I am to have sisters who can teach you so very many things about life, faith, yourself. The list is endless, and I think you begin to discover what is on that reoccuring list every single year. Happy Birthday dear Schwester!! May we keep continuing to be that endless list for eachother!