I am an only child. Though my friends and cousins have siblings, I do not know the feeling of having one. Some say that I am very lucky for being the only child as their brothers and sisters disturb them very much. Some say it is fun to have a sibling, but some feel jealous as they think that their parents love their younger brother or sister more than them. I often wonder how my world would be if I had a sibling.

Last week I had a very beautiful dream. I dreamt I had a younger brother of around two years, who was cute and lovable. He had chubby cheeks and was quite fair. He liked my company and I also loved him very much. We had a nice time together but suddenly I woke up and realised I was lying in my bed. I had a big smile on my face as I had seen the most pleasing dream and also showed me the beauty of having a sibling.

— Sriju Shrestha, SLC Batch 2008, St Mary’s School