“Mummy ko bol Dunga” (I will tell mom)
“Aapne Aap Ko Badi Heroine Samajhti Hai?” (Do you think you are a Heroine?)
“Tu to adopted hai” (You are adopted)
Very commonly, these are some of the conversations that are exchanged between siblings. One of the most precious or special relationships that we form in life is the one with our siblings. The beauty of this relationship cannot be expressed in a few words. The graph of this relationship changes over time. In childhood, every brother and sister thinks that the other one is a competitor and fight with each other most of the times but with time and age, the physical fight stops and verbal banter starts. If anyone of them changes their home (which is obvious with marriage or professional choice), distance comes in between them. Suddenly they realise that the dialogue “jab tu chali jaegi iss ghar se mujhe shanti milegi” (I will be at peace once you leave this home) said in childhood or adolescence loses the power.
They miss each other because now they realise that all those silly fights, making mistakes together, or getting scolded together actually formed the solid base of love in their bond. Raksha Bandhan is one such time when this cute #PyaarKaBandhan is missed because this is the day when the brother-sister bond is celebrated with fun and excitement.
Let’s revisit some of the precious sibling memories of a lifetime in this blog today:
Stealing Chocolates:
From inside the refrigerator, from behind the flower vase, from inside the school bag, from the medicine box of grandparents – there were no places left where you didn’t try to hide your favourite chocolates. But every time your sibling succeeded in stealing them leading to fighting for half an hour to a whole day sometimes. But again both you and your sibling never forgot to bring chocolate from a relative’s or friend’s place when chocolates were served there. That’s the whole charisma of this relationship – the fights and quarrels are just superficial.
Fighting for TV Remote:
This is one of the most common fights between brother and sister. Even when both have agreed to watch the same channel, still, the one having the TV remote had powers more than the Prime Minister. And actually, that was the whole beauty of watching something on TV when you had to fight for the remote. Now, when you don’t find your sibling fighting for the TV remote, you watch TV with half a mind. It happens with me big time.
Blackmailing Was Fun:
Any sibling story would be incomplete without the “blackmailing” episodes. There were numerous incidents in childhood and teenage that used to be the ingredients of this blackmailing. Divulging the name of your crush/lover, spreading the news of failing in a subject, or telling mom about those secret night parties you went climbing the wall – there are many stories in your sibling’s list. Maybe you bribed him/her sometimes or used some of their “secret stories” to blackmail them back.
Who Will Get That Window Seat?
Whenever grandpa or dad used to take you all to picnic or some relative’s place – the big fight used to be with that window seat. It continued to train and bus journeys too. The beauty of nature, monuments, and everything else outside the vehicle used to be enticing to the eyes. Now, when you get the window seat to fly back home, you get the glimpses of those days – isn’t it? And now when you are travelling together, you give away the window seat to your sibling without any hesitation. This is another sign of your beautiful #PyaarKaBandhan.
Who Would Eat the Last Cookie?:
Oh My God! I have a dangerous memory with “cookies”. My brother pushed me so hard that I fell on the floor and hurt my elbow badly leading to 1 week of bed rest and bandage and a month of pain. Till then, he never had the audacity to finish that last piece of cookie from the jar. In fact, it is quite funny that, if he sees only a piece remaining, he quickly brings another packet in memory of that fight. While mom serves us cookies, we always divide the last piece from the plate. I am sure, you guys also have some crazy memories with “the last piece of cookie or cake”.
Borrowing & Asking Money:
When in need you suddenly see that your hidden coin or note in your pencil box or from the pages of the book is missing and you knew it was your sibling. When asked, they used to come up with smart answers like – “you didn’t earn that money – that belongs to dad”. And you had no answer to retaliate. In case when you changed the address for your money and they couldn’t reach that place, their behaviour used to change suddenly. They sounded extra-sweet because they knew only you can save them.
Embarrassing Nick Names:
Every sibling must agree to the fact their brothers and sisters have the most embarrassing nicknames for them. The nicknames are so pathetic that it cannot be addressed in public. But remember, only your sibling had or still has the right to call you by that nickname.
Tittle-Tattle About Relatives:
You may not have any common habits but all your siblings do share something called “common gossiping habit”. During any family get-together or after the celebration, all your siblings gather to gossip “who did what and how?” This session used to be important back in childhood, teenage, and till today you find it quite refreshing.
Standing Up For Each Other’s Dreams:
You know you have grown up (both in age and in your relationship) when you stand up for each other’s dreams and don’t fuss about stolen chocolates anymore. Maybe your parents were against your dream career but your brother/sister has backed you emotionally during those days. You cannot thank that person enough even today. These are one of those big moments when you actually felt that this #PyaarKaBandhan is unbreakable.
Lecturing After A Break Up:
Everyone goes through this phase. Your older sibling must have been a great shoulder to cry on during those days. Because he/she is experienced. The inspirational lines and warm hugs worked like medicine to your broken soul.