Lori Mathes
 
 
S is for Siblings
K is for kind
like the person you are
I is for Intelligence
and smarter by far
M is for Mountains
which you always climb
I admire your courage
You Great Sister of Mine.

J is for joy
that you always bring
O is for order, 
and at this, you just sing!
D is for dedicated,
the person you are
Y is for you, 
the Best Sister by Far

K is for kindness
that you always show
Y is for Years
you've been loved, don't you know
S is for Sister
I'm proud that you're mind
A is for Always
You're loved for All Time!

B is for brother
and I'm glad you're mine
R is for responsible
There's few left to find
E is for Effort
You've come a long way!
T is for terrific
and now I must say
And one more
T - and what do you see
The very best brother
There ever could be!


By Lori D. Mathes
Christmas 1999