I had not seen my sister in close to two years, she is currently serving in the U.S. Navy as a CTI. My birthday and my only wish was what it had been the past two years, to see my sister again and hang out like we used to do all the time. I live on the east coast and she was stationed out in California so traveling out there wasn't very easy or cheap.
I was unaware at the time that my mother had been planning a surprise for me for my birthday. The day before my birthday I was sitting on the couch in my living room watching TV when i heard the door open and someone walk in. I thought it was maybe just my dad coming home early from work and didnt pay much attention to the fact. I then heard a females voice say "Hey!" I knew that voice but the possibility of it actually being my sister was slim to none. I responded with a quick "Hi Lila" not thinking anything of it, it was automatic, the words just came right out of my mouth. Time then felt like it froze and my mind was racing, "did I just say Lila? that was dumb shes 2000 miles away." Then out loud i asked "wait....Lila??!!" I turned and looked at the door to see my sister standing there laughing. I was overwhelemed, I've never been happier to see someone in my life! It was to date the best gift I have ever recieved and I dont think it can ever be topped.
Buffalo, NY