Can you review my MOH speech
( Hi it’s my turn yay ) natural introduction
I actually brought something with me tonight as a little reminder for G. This is M’s childhood American Girl doll. And when we were kids, I got mad at her, cut the doll’s hair off, and ripped one of its legs off. So G… this is less of a prop and more of a warning. Because if you ever hurt my sister, just know… I’ve done this before, and I’m not afraid to do it again. No, but really — I think the fact that M still loves me after years of being her chaotic little sister says everything about who she is. She’s patient, loyal, forgiving, and loves people deeply and G, you are so lucky to get that kind of love for the rest of your life.
So growing up, I honestly thought I was the one who had life figured out first. I was super focused on being GREAT at everything- school, soccer, and always chasing the next big thing. I thought having good grades, a plan for my future, meant I was somehow “ahead” in life. Meanwhile, M was completely unbothered, always letting me have my main character moment. And honestly… for a while, I kind of put my nose in the air and thought I was better than her. Sorry, M. You’ve taught me that life doesn’t have to be loud or rushed to be meaningful. You’ve quietly built this beautiful life full of people who love you deeply, a beautiful home, and now a marriage rooted in genuine love and friendship.
People always say that sisters are your built it best friend and with M and I that is the truth. She’s always been my biggest cheerleader, the keeper of my secrets, and on the mornings when she decides to wake up and wear my clothes without asking (which was rare because she was always an XS while I’m rocking a L) my WWE smack down opponent. There are so many things that I love about M but mostly in every stage of life … from a spot at one of her friends family dinners to an invite to the tailgate …. My sister has been a constant source of inclusion and support. M always made sure I was never left out and that there was always room for me no matter where she went. That unwavering inclusion helped shape the bond that we have today and I couldn’t be more grateful for her presence in my life.
G, thank you for loving my sister so well, making her feel safe, supported, and allowing her to be completely herself. I knew you were a good person the night you and you rescued me in New Orleans after the Phi Delt I was with stole the money from a bartender’s tip jar… and then blacked out. Which left me with limited transportation options. G and his frat bros me escape on their fraternity bus, and somehow he’s only gotten better since then. And now, years later, I’m just very thankful my sister ended up with the guy who let me on the bus… and not the type of guy that robs bartenders.
M, you’ve been my first best friend for my entire life and I’ll always be homesick for you. G, I’m so happy she found someone who feels like home to her the same way she always has to me.
I love you both so much. Everyone please raise a glass to M and G