Brotherly Love

I have heard of many stories of elder siblings becoming rebellious and jealous when the little one arrives. I didn't want that to happen, so before Jonathan was born I bought Justin a gift (supposedly from his lil' bro). When the big day arrived, I handed the gift to him saying that it was from his brother. He commented, as a matter of factly, "Di Di (aka little brother) didn't buy this for me". (*silence*) (*smiles*) But he was happy with his Thomas water bottle.

For the next few months, I actively involved him in daily activities like getting diapers, bringing Jon's milk, getting bibs, wet tissues for his brother. He gladly obliged and actually felt proud to be of help. I praised him for being such a "helpful engine".

I am glad to say that he loves his brother a lot. He even lets Jonathan grab and pull his hair without complain. Very different from his normal unruly behaviour to others. And he loves planting lots of kisses on Jonathan.

The two seem to get on very well so far. And it's amazing how Jus makes Jon laugh and giggle. Justin seems to be the only one that can play and make Jonathan laugh non-stop for a few minutes.