She may press your buttons and “borrow” your clothes, but she’s also your closest friend, biggest supporter and most trusted confidante. As those of us lucky enough to have a sister know, there’s no bond quite like it.
That’s why National Sisters Day, observed on Aug. 4 this year, is such a special occasion. It acknowledges all the love, joy and friendship female siblings bring to our lives.
To celebrate, we asked our audience to shout out their sisters on our social media, and we were touched by all the photos of you with your sibling besties. Here were some of our favorite submissions:
Penny Tarvin
“My sister is so awesome! She has always been there for me no matter what. She’s a like a second mom to me — my best friend, my therapist, my mentor. She has always looked out for me since I was little.” – Penny Tarvin
Shanna SP
“You may not believe it, but this is my biological sister. I prayed for her for so many years but got brothers instead. My prayers for a little sister were finally answered six-and-a-half years ago; she was even due on my birthday but hit the world 11 days sooner.” – Shanna SP
Leah Jenkins
“Always a fun time with my sisters!” – Leah Jenkins
Cherrieann D. Diaz
“My sister, Allison Gates, is Wonder woman. She served in the Air Force while raising four children. After military service, she opened and managed her very own real estate brokerage to support her children through college.” – Cherrieann D. Diaz
AJ Love
“My sister and I have been best friends forever. When our parents became absent, she was also my parent.” – AJ Love
Caitlyn Spell Necaise
“We married brothers! The best gift in a sister!!” – Caitlyn Spell Necaise
FUN WAYS TO CELEBRATE THE DAY
- Strike a pose: Get glammed up and have a photoshoot together, commemorating your fierce, fun sibling style.
- Learn a new skill: Participate in an online workshop or attend an in-person skill-building event, whether it’s cooking, crafting or painting.
- Give back: Spend the day volunteering for a cause you both believe in.
- Share stories: Break out the family photo albums and revisit fond memories from your childhood, reflecting on your unique experiences and adventures.
- Go shopping: Is there be a better sister bonding activity than retail therapy? If so, we haven’t found it.