A Bond That Can Not Be Broken

One of the most memorable moments of my life occurred two days after your little brother was born. This is the day that you and your dad came to hospital to take us home. I was so anxious to see you that I was waiting at the elevators. When the doors opened you squealed, "Mommy!". All I could do is cry as I was overcome by emotion.

I remember being so worried about how you would accept this new little person into our family, especially once you figured out that he wouldn't be that much fun to play with. I was so worried in fact that I don't remember much more about this day.

My worries became reality over the next several months as you acted out your jealousy. As your brother grew older this jealousy turned into an all out sibling rivalry. Although, there were hints that the rivalry was just an act as you both would team up on me to get what ever you wanted at the time. As time when on, it was evident that you were protective of this little person that you were so jealous of just a few years ago. And in a blink of an eye...the two of you were allies. A bond had been formed. A bond that could not be broken by time or distance.