" The flower which is single need not envy the thorns that are numerous. "

— Rabindranath Tagore

" For there is no friend like a sister in calm or stormy weather; To cheer one on the tedious way, To fetch one if one goes astray, To lift one if one totters down, To strengthen whilst one stands. "

— Christina Rossetti

" A sibling may be the keeper of one's identity, the only person with the keys to one's unfettered, more fundamental self. "

— Marian Sandmaier

" One of the most courageous decisions you’ll ever make is to finally let go of what is hurting your heart and soul. "

— Brigitte Nicole

" I will honor Christmas in my heart, and try to keep it all the year. "

— Charles tickens

" A father is neither an anchor to hold us back nor a sail to take us there, but a guiding light whose love shows us the way. "

— Unknown