“Yes, I’m an only child. No, I’m not lonely.”
One phrase that I will never forget is ‘Oh, you’re an only child? I’m sorry!”
From the very beginning I’ve always asked myself why are people always being sorry for me being an only child? Is it a crime or something? Or will I be punished for this? I never gathered the courage to ask my mother the same question because I could see her being criticized and suffering through the same pain which is still not over yet. Yes, people are unforgiving! And they would never forgive you for the crime you haven’t committed.
The purpose of sharing my story is since when i was growing up being an only child was rare. So rare, in fact that people would look at me with three heads when i told them that i didn't …show more content…
Nevertheless, when I started meeting other only children. It was the weirdest thing. At the same time, it was an awakening for me. What I saw, for some kids every time they would meet someone who told them that they were an only child, no matter what their race, age, whatever, they would instantly feel connected to that person. But I was never that kind of a person. I have always been a happy to go lucky kid.
I was often asked that if I was lonely growing up without siblings. I really wasn't. Without siblings around to play with, I was forced to figure out ways to entertain myself. As a young child I enjoyed building things, usually with LEGOs, I crafted things and recycled the old stuff to something new. I also liked to draw and paint which helped me step into the world art. And also, helped me establishing as an art president in school. As I got older, I became very interested in computers, which became something that could infinitely satiate my desire to build and …show more content…
My parents weren't terribly strict, but they often worried about me making mistakes, not because I was irresponsible or untrustworthy, but simply because I was the only child. I remember when I was 17 years old and there was this domestic trip to Islamabad for 5 days and also an international trip to Italy for the same time period. My parents weren’t sure about it and some part of me was disappointed. However, they surprised me with the Dubai trip. It was the best trip I could ever ask for.
For me, one of the biggest benefits of being an only child has always been my relationship with my parents. I am my mommy's and daddy's girl, and my parents never talked down to me. I have never been an introvert or you can be socially awkward and till date I have a big friends/social circle.
Today, I am happy with my life and enjoy it to the fullest. The positive attitude to face hardships brought out the best in me. Today I am looking forward to face the challenges of life in a positive
One phrase that I will never forget is ‘Oh, you’re an only child? I’m sorry!”
From the very beginning I’ve always asked myself why are people always being sorry for me being an only child? Is it a crime or something? Or will I be punished for this? I never gathered the courage to ask my mother the same question because I could see her being criticized and suffering through the same pain which is still not over yet. Yes, people are unforgiving! And they would never forgive you for the crime you haven’t committed.
The purpose of sharing my story is since when i was growing up being an only child was rare. So rare, in fact that people would look at me with three heads when i told them that i didn't …show more content…
Nevertheless, when I started meeting other only children. It was the weirdest thing. At the same time, it was an awakening for me. What I saw, for some kids every time they would meet someone who told them that they were an only child, no matter what their race, age, whatever, they would instantly feel connected to that person. But I was never that kind of a person. I have always been a happy to go lucky kid.
I was often asked that if I was lonely growing up without siblings. I really wasn't. Without siblings around to play with, I was forced to figure out ways to entertain myself. As a young child I enjoyed building things, usually with LEGOs, I crafted things and recycled the old stuff to something new. I also liked to draw and paint which helped me step into the world art. And also, helped me establishing as an art president in school. As I got older, I became very interested in computers, which became something that could infinitely satiate my desire to build and …show more content…
My parents weren't terribly strict, but they often worried about me making mistakes, not because I was irresponsible or untrustworthy, but simply because I was the only child. I remember when I was 17 years old and there was this domestic trip to Islamabad for 5 days and also an international trip to Italy for the same time period. My parents weren’t sure about it and some part of me was disappointed. However, they surprised me with the Dubai trip. It was the best trip I could ever ask for.
For me, one of the biggest benefits of being an only child has always been my relationship with my parents. I am my mommy's and daddy's girl, and my parents never talked down to me. I have never been an introvert or you can be socially awkward and till date I have a big friends/social circle.
Today, I am happy with my life and enjoy it to the fullest. The positive attitude to face hardships brought out the best in me. Today I am looking forward to face the challenges of life in a positive