Katy, who is three years younger than me and lives miles away, has been a sister to me for a very long time.
I’m not close with a lot of my extended family members (for reasons I won’t mention here), so having a third-cousin who is more like a sibling means the world to me. Every single time we reunite, we pick up right where we left off.
Words can’t express how much I love this lady! Katy, if you’re reading this, I’m blessed to know you and call you a friend and sister. Happy birthday!
We’ve had many amazing memories over the years, and we’re guaranteed to have many more 🙂
Adventure in Spades 
Beautiful tribute to your cousin! You two look really happy together, wherever you are! Great pic in front of Manhattan Bride. I love this very spot!
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Thank you, Marcus! That means a lot coming from you. I love that spot in Brooklyn, too – we couldn’t leave without taking a photo together.
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Happy belated birthday to her ❤ Like you said many family members are sometimes just strangers to us only blood that ties us but sometimes few of them can become a lifetime best friend
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You’re absolutely right, Nadine! I’m fortunate and grateful to have a cousin I’m so close with 🙂
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