Twisted Branches

Honestly being a single child has its perks. Being a single child is great. I love having all the attention. But sometimes, I can't help but wonder what it would be like to have an elder brother. But I'm not ready to give up being a single child permanently!

Imagine having a trial version of an elder brother. I could choose someone funny and wise. We'd have fun together, maybe even compete in a friendly way,pillow fights and tickle attacks. He'd be there to teach me games, save me from cockroaches, and even takes the blame when i mess things up (which i always do). But when the time is up, he would fade away, and I'd go back to enjoying being a single child. Of course, being a single child is still my favorite.

Ever heard of those lucky sisters who find an amazing elder brother from another mother? They become inseparable, always there for each other. But in my case, It's more like an eternal rivalry. Yes, I have been fortunate enough to find a brother. Sometimes he's my brother, then suddenly he's my ex-brother, and then he's my brother again. I know it might sound unusual, but that's just how things are between us. We go from talking non stop for 24 hours to not speaking at all for 6 months. His WhatsApp contact has been blocked more times than the number of corona cases. I've hit that block button with such enthusiasm, it's like I'm creating a personal pandemic just for him.

Wait, not only did I stumble upon an elder brother from another mother, but I also happened to discover a sister. And guess what? She managed to find an elder brother for herself as well. Ik It's like a family expansion project. We're collecting brothers from all corners of the world. But hey, unlike my situation, in her case, it's a whole different story! It's like a match made in sibling heaven. She calls him "annaya" with such reverence. He's her go-to guy for everything. He's like a 24/7 support hotline, giving her free advice like a wise guru and love guru, and never failing to have her back. It's like having a personal bahubali.

Well, in my case, my so-called "elder bro" and I have mastered the art of non-communication. Despite being in the same class, same college, and even the same place, we've somehow managed to maintain a stunning record of never exchanging a single word in person for a grand total of three years. While my sister is busy trying to turn her brother into a blood relation, I'm on a mission to find that block button once more. It's like she's creating a family reunion, while I'm trying to organize a sibling eviction.Unlike me, my "found sister" is a champion of acceptance.

Wait, I've been portraying myself as the troublemaker, but the real culprit and the true genius of chaos is my "found brother." Oh God, I can't even imagine what it would be like if we were real siblings. My superpower of blocking wouldn't work, and our mom would be constantly yelling at us to behave. Relatives would come over and lecture us on how to be good siblings, or they might even consider sending one of us away to a hostel just to restore some peace.(he'd probably be the first one to get kicked off)

Having a elder brother has its perks, even in the midst of chaos. He becomes your partner in crime, someone who's always there to have your back. You can let loose and be your crazy self because he already knows you're a bit nuts. Their emotional connection is irreplaceable, even with friendly and accepting parents.

Even though our relationship is a bit strange, it has had a profound impact on me. Who would've thought I'd stumble upon an elder brother from another mother and even score a sister along the way? unexpected bonuses in life,lol.

Seeing the epic bond between my "found sister" and her elder brother is awe. They stick together like glue.

I may tease about the chaos and my epic block-button skills, but deep down, the idea of actually being real siblings both terrifies and excites me. Like, imagine the madness we'd have!

Who needs blood relations when you can have a handpicked family? Family isn't just about blood. It's about finding your gang of quirky and amazing individuals who make life full of laughter and unforgettable moments.