My Dear Sister

We were both born in November ....... just two years apart Having you as my big sister ....... I was off to a great start You were much more than a sister ....... also a confident and friend Through our troublesome childhood ...... on you I could depend In protecting me you instilled ...... much courage and love Not to dwell on the actions and hatred of others, ...... to rise above Inseparable we always were ...... like two peas in a pod A special and unique pairing ...... thoughtfully arranged by God You plead with me, to fetch you ....... water, books and other stuff I lovingly did it ...... while pretending to huff Doing your insistent bidding ...... how could I not comply You sweetly stating " I love you most " ...... with a twinkle in your eye Endless hours spent together playing ...... monopoly, cribbage and gin rummy We made our own joy ...... when life got crummy Sharing the same bedroom ...... until our late teens Making countless memories ...... and sharing dreams In our twenties we worked together ...... side by side Even living in the same building ...... we did reside We had more time together ...... then most siblings ever get That we're not still together ....... is a heartbreaking regret Cancer came along and swiftly ...... made its claim Life without you in it ...... is sadly not the same I couldn't fathom so young ...... that you would depart But dear sister you will forever remain ...... deep in my heart