Someone to share long car trips with, to experience new places with, and to sit still and just be with.
And he gives her a hand to hold —
when she needs his strength, when she needs his comfort, or when she needs his help.
When God gives a girl a brother…
He gives her someone to make memories with —
Someone to jump through the ocean waves with, someone to cross country borders with, and someone to build lasting friendships with.
And he gives her a hand to hold —
when she needs an honest opinion, when she needs serious advice, or when she needs a reminder of where her roots are.
When God gives a girl a brother…
He gives her a compass to guide her through storms, a sail to help carry along her dreams, a steady keel to set her straight when she needs it.
He gives her a confidant for her truths, a comrade for her adventures, a companion for her life.
And so, when God gave me a brother, he gave me you —
my forever friend and hand to hold.
And right after I thank him for you every night before bed,
I pray that you know you’ll always have my hand to hold, too.
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This post originally appeared on TODAY Parenting, published with permission.
