Only child or with siblings?

[Kuchappy]

Are you guys in favor of being a only child or with siblings? What are this benefits? In my opinion is an only child has many benefits because the parents all has the attention of that child. That is my experience as a only child. But I get sad sometimes because I don't have siblings to have chats or doing stuffs with me.

[Who]

I have a sibling, and I wouldn't change that. You know that your sibling always has your back and whatnot.

[Flying Banana]

i have 1 older sister and 1 younger brother..it really sucks to be the middle child -__- the older sister is special because she is the eldest..the younger brother is special because he is the only boy child..and the middle? who knows >__>

to me...i think it's better to have siblings so you wont feel lonely. even though when your an only child, you may not get to share anything *O* but you do kinda get bored easily >__>

[Unicorn]

Prefer to have siblings. Even though sometimes you wish they didn't exist.

I have a coupla friends who are 'the only child' in their families, and they are quite lonely.

[Shinrin]

Have 1 brother 3 years younger.
Usually it's been good even though i made him cry atleast every second day from he were 3~10. There we startet talking things over insted of using violence.
So i guess i made him cry about a coupel of hundred times and he made me cry around 3 times(one beeing pushing me down from the bed hitting my head into a table leg(not just your usual round one)
It's pretty nice, though i wouldn't say i'm as close to my brother as many others seem to be.
Guess it's mainly myself to blame for not beeing like i used to be(tend to isolate myself rather then beeing the center as back in my childhood)

[♠ Saint ♠]

Let's see~

I have no fullblood siblings so in that sense, I am an only child.

I have 2 younger brothers through my mother, I am the oldest of her children.

I have 2 older sisters through my father, I am the youngest of his children.

I have 2 stepsisters and 2 step brothers through a variety of connections.

And altogether, I am a middle child.

So I'm very, very, very, very confused most of the time.

[Rain]

I have 1 older sister. I've never wanted to be an only child. I don't know what benefits there are, but my sister and I always had enough attention from our parents.

[Guildenstern]

I don't have any fullblooded siblings. I didn't have any siblings period until I was about 9 years old, and in retrospect I'm glad I didn't, because when I did get siblings I was frequently wishing them to the bottom of the Grand Canyon and at least I had 9 years of peace and quiet and my room and things to myself.

3 step-brothers (and they all have kids)
2 step-sisters (they have kids too)
1 half-brother (middle school)
1 half-sister (high school)

I guess you could say I like the idea of siblings as long as I don't have to be around them all the time or share a bathroom with them. Or babysit their kids. XD Given the fact that my step-brothers are 10-15 years older than me and my half brother and sister are half my age (and they think I'm a huge nerd and won't be seen in public with me where their friends might see them! XD) I don't really miss having them around as we were never very close.

Only child was pretty nice. XD

[Zelos]

im the oldest of two kids. my brother is two years younger than me. i think that i would have been much more lonely if i was an only child... heck, i get so lonely anyways >.<

if theres gonna me more than one kid, its probably best to keep them somewhat close in age so they have a better chance of sharing interests so they can actually play with each other while growing up.

i dont like the idea of having more than one kid >.< pretty much all my friends while growing up who had more than one sibling didnt seem to get along well with their siblings... meanwhile, the ones who only had one sibling seemed to be the happiest. so from my observations, two kids is best, but they shouldnt be separated by too much in age.

[emoloz]

I have one younger brother. No matter how much he anoys me and how painful it is to cope with him. I'm still glad hes there. I mean me and him are like complete oppasites and most of the time it doesn't work out because were just too different but sometimes theres time when we do and we can have a laugh and have a good chat.

I find it hard sometimes because theres a 5 year gap between us and theres no much that we have in common at all. So its kinda hard for me to get aong with hims sometimes. I think sblings need to be closely aged or way over mature before because the more mature sibling is more responsible and can get aong more with a younger one and same with a simular age because you go through all the trends and stuff but with a mid range age gap like myself and my brother it just doesn't work.

I think it helps though because you sorta see how they grow up and how different they are compared to you.And you kinda make sure they don't make the same mistakes. Its odd. And also being mad at the is a useful thing because you let out all your anger out on them instead of turning up for work or college and blatently shouting at someone you really shouldn't.

You also find out a lot of new things and all the latest trends even still at my age i keep up with some but yeah.

Also being the oldest is really hard because you always have to look out for the youngest and you can't always do that and its like your meant to. Its a hard job having a sibling tbh.

Theres nthing wrong with being an only child i think because you keep your friends better. No idea why you just do. I mean i have a friend whos an only child and i have known her since she was 3 so really there is something going on there.

So basically in a nut shell what i am trying to say really is if you have a sibling you sorta have a helping hand to go through life but being a only child you find your way around it. Its so hard to explain what i mean but its all to do with society, family and life and stuff.

[Frosted Heart]

Well each case is different, but for me I think having siblings is the way to go.

I am the youngest, and I have to admit, it's pretty sweet getting spoiled most of the time. :D But of course I help out my brother too when I can. We share a lot of interests together, though of course we have disagreements once in a while. We used to fight a lot when we were kids, but now we get along great.

Having a sibling is good in life, because more often than not, you will have familial support in the future, as well as close companionship. Being an only child seems a little lonely to me.

There is only a three year difference between my brother and I. However we have a cousin that is like a younger sister to us, and all three of us get along very well when we are together. There is a 9 year gap between me and my cousin, but the age difference doesn't affect us at all.

I agree that having only two or three kids is the best. They have each other's company/support, and the parents' resources aren't stretched out. Being close in age would help too, though of course it isn't necessary.

[speedphantom]

I think sibilings is good. I guess it depends on the parenting but generally only children (?) (can't be only childs haha) are spoilt a bit more so they're used to getting their way and aren't as good at handling not having it their way. Just a general stereotype but there is some truth in that surely.

[Nama]

I'm the youngest in my family, and I have four siblings. Three older sisters and one older brother. It certainly hasn't been lonely for me, to say the least. :D The three of my siblings don't live home anymore, but me and the youngest of my older sisters live here with my parents. In the past, when all of the children lived at home, it was somewhat crowded here. But of course, not anymore.

I can have my moments of solitude if needed, but there definitely are times when it's good to have some company. For example, I watch anime and play video games with my sister when we're both home. Then there are times when we just talk to each other. So, I don't particularly feel lonely yet it isn't any crowded here.

Me and my siblings have gotten an equal amount of attention, and even as the youngest child, I haven't gotten anything I've wanted. Actually, I've been contributing to my family in the past few years, paying rent and such.

I have one friend who's the only child in her family. I haven't heard her complaining about it though, at least I don't remember.

[spacecat]

It's good to have siblings but i don't think it's the end of the world if you don't. I have a younger sibling and a twin..... and a million cousins xD My twin is my best friend so yeah in my case I'd prefer have them.

[Riekie]

I have one older brother.

I fight alot with him..when he's home atleast but we can also get along good sometimes too..although that doesn't happen very often;)

I can't say I am happy about my situation but being an only child wouldn't help either..I dunno..

[Agmaster]

I would've not minded a sibling only if they were less than 2 years different in age. Hows and ever my mom told me and I believe this is verbatim "You better be good at making friends, because I ain't having anymore kids." So, I had little choice in the matter.

[JebbaChan]

I'm an only child and I have no problem with it. But my two cousins are like sisters to me, so maybe that makes up for it? I guess I just like being spoiled :p

[FireCandy]

I'm an only child.
It's good because:
1) the world revolves around me
2) no one bothers me.

That’s all I can think about.

It’s bad because:
1) when you’ve got problems with your parents you are alone
2) when they die and you don’t have any close family it’s even worse
3) if your parents are overprotective (like my mum) you will have to fight with them for your freedom
4) they want to control your life (whole time)

I think that if you’re an only child it’s very important how much freedom your parents will give you. If they will let you learn from mistakes – that’s ok. Problems start when the want to protect you from everything – when you grow up you won’t be able to do many things by yourself. I know that happens in families with many children but when you are ONE and ONLY they focus only on you.

[Saya™]

I have one brother and sister that are sooo annoying!! lol But I love them anyways even though they are a pain in the ass.

[Axie]

I have a 19yr old sister... and she is very violent. o.O But she's nice to me. Thank goodness XD

And I also have a very annoying little brother who is 13 who I have to share a room with because I waiting for my sister to move out >.>, but you learn to love'em I guess.

[Sola]

I think siblings might be better cause I don't have any lol.

[Cookie-chan]

..with siblings..

Its great to have atleast one - he/she will be your ally, companion, playmate and even -enemy- at some point, but its definitely fun to have them around.

:D

[AnimeGirlPan]

I think siblings cause it can sometimes get alonely just being the only child

[shampooh]

I'm an elder sister to a 9 year-old moron.

But, having a sibling does have its benefits. For example, you'd have someone to accompany and play with you if your parents are major workaholics and paid good money for boring babysitters. But you'd have to share your parents' attentions and your stuffs.

Yup.

[avidlinuxuser]

I think it's better to have siblings. I'm the youngest child, and it was great to have two older sisters especially during my teenage years >_>. Anyway, siblings are almost always going to be there for you when you are down. Good siblings will help you out. Yes, you will get in fights with your siblings inevitably. However, those fights are nothing when you consider that sibling relationships are some of the strongest bonds one can have.

[rei_ai]

I have a brother and a little sister. We're not that close to one another, and they annoy the hell out of me most of the time.

But still it can't change the fact that they are important to me.

I prefer having sibblings, they can make you realize that you have your own faults, too as a child to your parents. And with their flaws, it can make you a responsible family member that won't imitate their mistakes.:rolleyes:

[EternalDream]

I only have 2 sibs, and eldest brother and elder sister, but I use to wish I had more. It would have been nice to have a younger brother/sister to corrupt. XDDD I'm kidding, of course^^ but I still would have liked more sibs. My sister's the middle child and she gets the most attention, but being the baby is nice because I get to watch my brother (especially him...) and my sister make all the "mistakes" before me.

But all my 'only child' friends get spoiled rotten. It's just not fair sometimes. XD

[Tomodachi69]

I liked when I was an only child because I had the attention and all that. My sister is 7 years younger than me, so I can't really say that we're totally chill and have each other's back. 7 years is a lot of difference for us and she's been raised differently than me lol. She's a totally 'good' kid, doesn't cuss, tells on me when I break rules.

I would prefer to have a sibling closer to my age instead of one I'd have to look after all the time, but it's not too bad. I still miss my only child days, though.

[BLUESMILE]

Are you guys in favor of being a only child or with siblings? What are this benefits? In my opinion is an only child has many benefits because the parents all has the attention of that child. That is my experience as a only child. But I get sad sometimes because I don't have siblings to have chats or doing stuffs with me.


Laughing out loud , but now you don’t need to worry about nobody you can chat with . :)
I also am only daughter for my parents . I gotta say that having two kids is the best end for me . You know , one is easier to be spoiled , but tow are earlier to understand what equity and equality mean . The other reason is like what you’ve said is they have playmate , they can play and grow up each other . What is more , their character will be better shaped gradually .

[ichigo-flame]

there may be numerous times when i feel like feeding my brother to a pack of hungry hollows, but life wouldnt be the same without him.

[Sora Chan]

Well I have 3 younger sisters, one older brother, and one half brother. He is also older, but we don't see him much. My sisters overall are a pain in the ***, and my brother is a selfish meany, but I love them.
I think siblings are like a double edge sword. Or at least having so many. Example, pro: you're never alone con:you're never alone. You also learn plenty in diplomacy. Forming alliances between siblings and then breaking and reestablishing depending on the situation. It sucks though when they all establish themselves against you.:cry
The level of suckiness also depends on what role you play. I play the older sister who influences the younger ones. My mom loves to play the blame game :rolleyes:. Now I'm just ranting. The point is I rather have siblings.

[Sergelia]

My sister is 17 going on 18, and I'm 15. We're old enough to know that friends come and go, but siblings stay. Of course, we fought like hell when we were younger, but once we overcame childish bickering over who gets the bigger slice of the cake or who gets which toothbrush, we grew to appreciate each other as people, not only as sisters. We have our separate lives and different friends, we don't even like the same kind of music, but ultimately, to each other we're the most important people in the world.

I don't know how kids cope without siblings, to be honest. Maybe it's different if you're in a rich family, dunno, but I don't think I'd grow up to be half a person I am today if I didn't have someone to back me up and help me. Not to mention I'd be spoiled like hell, and probably be a little devil. xD

So you can guess - my vote goes for siblings. Given, of course, that you get along with them. My sister and I grew out of sibling rivalry (really is there anything sillier in the world?), but some people never do. Besides, I think it must really be harmful to one's psyche if they grow up with the impression that the world goes around them o__O Because it won't always be so, and they're in for some nasty surprises once they enter the Big Bad World.

[Ichigo_Kurosaki]

I have two old sisters 19 and 21 and I am the youngest and 16, my biased opinion is that siblings are better, theres always someone there to help you out that isn"t your mom and dad and I think you need that

[StrawberryLover]

In have 3 younger sisters and a half brother in canada, so that makes me the oldest xD. Siblings are great and I wouldn't trade mine for the world but I do wonder what it would be like if I was the only one.

[Riekie]

I have one older brother and I am glad it's just one...

On rare occasions (sp?) we have a good time together...but that will not last long.

I dunno..I can't say that I would want to be an only child because my parents would be even stricter...especially being a girl and all :rolleyes: soo...I dunno.

[Rain]

Wow, it seems like the people on here with siblings don't get along well with them:eek:

My sister is almost 6 years older than me, but we've always been very close, and when we were younger if I ever needed anything (help with school, ride to a friends house, someone to talk to) she'd always try to help:cool:

[aznxenocide]

I've got a younger sister who I tolerate...but then she does something and I remember why I think she's a b****.

[Sergelia]

Wow, it seems like the people on here with siblings don't get along well with them:eek:


Yeah, that surprises me too :confused: In real life, most people I meet that have siblings love them to pieces and beyond. >__> Maybe... culture difference? Dunno.

[Sexta Espada]

Well I have two older brothers and one younger brother. I always wanted a sister.

[ilovemybishies]

I'm an only child. I actually like that I am an only child now that I'm 20, but when I was younger, it was very lonely at times. :(

[StarryInoueSky]

I'm the oldest from my siblings and sometimes it sucks and sometimes it doesn't. I say it's best to have siblings but when they're acting like brats it's best to ignore them. :)

[aezirka]

Hm I grew up an only child so I'm definitely biased. It has its ups and downs, but I won't trade it for growing up with siblings.

My parents were strict until I reached a certain age (I think it was 16?) and it was quite annoying sometimes. But they were lenient enough to let me go out with friends. It was mostly being strict when it came to boys haha. Now, I just live with my mom. She's really understanding and less strict than before~

I was never spoiled even though I was an only child. I always found it weird in some TV shows when I was younger that the only child gets spoiled. LOL I even wondered why my parents weren't spoiling me xD But I got what I needed. And I guess it's because I'm an only child, but my mom would always try to get me the best of what I needed. Like when I needed a graphing calculator, she got me the best one at the time haha.

I sometimes get what I want to and I guess it's more often that most people because I'm an only child, but I won't call it spoiled because she never gives me stuff unless she thinks I deserve it. But then, I always try to show that I deserve it ;D

[Ulquiorra]

heh we're actually discussing this in my Developmental Psychology class at the moment. Ill post my own opinion on the matter after we're done debating in class. :)

[Riekie]

Dunno if I gave my opinion soo here goes:

I have on not-so-much older brother and frankly he's driving me nuts! It's also very unfair because he get's to do things which, If I wanted to that I need to be accompanied..like, going to Amsterdam by myself>.> All I need to do is get the train and I'm there in 45 mins...but yeah..

It's sometimes good to have a brother because If I hadn't then my parents would be even more strict...>.<

Buuuut on the family part etc...I would be fine if I was an only child too I guess so it doesn't really matter, to me.

[Teishu Soukutsu]

Got two brothers and a stepsister...
My two cousins, who are only children are the most spoiled and obnoxious little brats i know... They've never lifted a finger to do anything in their life and think they're the center of the world.... Siblings are needed so that one child doesn't grab control of the parents... I believe that if one cousin said to his mom that he wants a sibling he would actually get one... I'm glad i have an older brother.. that way i can learn from his numerous mistakes in life... ^^

[Spinel Sun]

I'm the only child in my family. It's really good to have all the attention of your parents. So that makes you somehow confident ;D But hey, can you imagine a person that doesn't want a very close blood relative (like coming from the same stomach =D) to exist after having and knowing him/her?? I mean, a person who doesn't want his/her sister/brother would be quite pathetic too. You may not want to share your parents but remember, if it happens then your sisters/brothers will not be in the world anymore and you willnot be able to meet them anymore.
But still, I don't have a problem with being a single child ^^ I like my umm "position" in the family =D

[eave]

I like having silblings, i have both older brother and sister and one younger sister. My older bro and sis are about a year apart so that makes me the middle child. I like looking up to my older siblings because they give me advice on things and we share the same interests for the most part. My brother Carlo is a comic book artists and so i get along every now and then in that terms as well as his interests in Anime. We use to get on each other's nerves constantly, it was the same as my little sister but sometimes i think she has such a old soul that it can get easy to talk to her about things because of her maturity...and then theres my other older sister who's out there the adventurous one so she kinda pushes you. So when it comes down to it, even tho you may not get along at first having those siblings later on in life is really special. Anyhow think of it this way, with older sibling if you have any they get all the troublemaking bad stuff out of the way, so that when its ur turn its not so bad the parents wont be soo balistic by then hehee and then with younger sister, if you get tired of the parents they can always be the center of attention =p >_>

[07Janina07]

I am an only child.

I am also a spoiled bitch because of it and pretty self center XD Yes, I know my problems, I always work hard to be nicer. Been and only child is very lonely at times.

[speedphantom]

Well being aware of your own faults is good at least:p. People who might be self centred and don't know have much bigger problems:p

I have an older brother who I disagree with in many ways but we get along alrightish. I wish I had a brother which wasn't that much older. A twin would be nice *nods* =D.

[Tsubaki88]

I have a younger Brother...I would NEVER change that...we might fight and all that stuff but he's actually a good kid and I'm glad he's there

[earthforge]

I have a bit of a theory that oldest/only child has a bit of a booby syndrome. The oldest usually likes to kic the other siblings out of the nest so it can get all the nutrients. I know because my estranged older sister acted as such.

But I like siblings. My brother is a complete and utter asshole most of the time, but I love him. He won a science fair by being a windbag/asshole. It's gotten him some places I could never reach, primarily because I do my best not to act like him.

Eh, my older sister was an exhibit of the oldest child syndrome. It's like she never forgot being the only child until another one came along. Then she focused on taking all of the nutrients. Time came when it wasn't an option. But she could've focused her energies into being a good older sister. But the memory of power is indeed something that never disappears.

That's why the notion the oldest/only child is spoiled, while the oldest thinks the youngest is.

[Ninira]

I have a younger brother who's extremely irresponsible and thinks he can get away with anything. Since I'm a goody-two shoes, I look much better in comparison.

Siblings are good, because when they look bad, you look better. :D

[Bleu]

Siblings.

Most parents are of the working class, so they dont always have the time to pay 100% attention to their children. By having multiple children, they could talk to eachother and do fun things while their parents are doing their work, which is neccesary for them to have food, ect. I wouldnt reccomend three children, because of the middle child syndrome. But im probably just saying that because im the middle child in my family *sweatdrop*.

Age would also be important, for example.. My brother is 8 years older than me. He was out of the house before i was mature enough to appreciate him, and now i rarely ever see him. Having kids of close age.. i'd say 2 or 1 year, would probably be the best.

Even if the siblings hate eachother, like i pretty much hate my sister who is three years younger than me, its funner to spend your time arguing then spend it alone. School can be tough on kids, and to feel alone at home too.. well thats just sad :(

[Ametatsu]

That's why the notion the oldest/only child is spoiled, while the oldest thinks the youngest is.

But if you're saying that as the younger sibling, you don't really have that objective a perspective either - not saying you're completely wrong, you're at least partly right, but if the oldest thinks the youngest is spoiled and the youngest thinks the oldest is, then it's quite likely no-one is.

A good proportion of your post is accurate, though, and I'm saying that as an oldest child (I have twin sisters two years younger than me). I have no desire to kick my younger sisters out of the nest, but I do admit I'm not always that fair on them (...I can't really claim I'm lovely to my sisters, given that the otaku one has developed a habit of calling me either Hiruma or Ken-chan...). I don't want rid of them but I don't allow them much leeway - I'm quite controlling of them, and while I like having siblings, I kind of want them on my terms, so I try and squash the annoyingness. It's not about competing for outside resources as about establishing a power structure within the three of us - and I have the power ....kukuku. And that is probably common to a lot of eldest children.
I look after my sisters to a certain extent - I teach them things, I accompany them places they're not allowed to go on their own, I protect them from bullies, I lend them stuff if I feel like it, when we were little I used to buy them sweets out of my pocket money. But the flipside to that is that it's then natural to expect some reciprocation and a bit of respect :D. If you do channel your energies into being a good older sister, it's very easy to then feel put-upon and unappreciated if your younger sibling isn't grateful.

There is an aspect of attention-hunger as well, and as an older sibling there's a pressure to be the best, because if your younger sibling is better at something, especially if it's something that's your forte (and you probably helped them to get good at), that's all WOW, but if you're better, that's only to be expected, becasue after all, you're older and you've had more time to practise.
So that's a big source of conflict. In my family it's art. My sister thinks I'm a way better artist than her, I think that she's at least as good, and by the time she's my age will be better. Plus she's more popular, if you go by dA pageviews. Which means I find myself feeling jealous of her, at the same time she's jealous of me - but she's my sister and I want her to be happy, so I have to reassure her and help her at the same time I wish she would give up so I could be the best. But she doesn't recognize the insecurity I have, because she just thinks I'm awesome; so she doesn't understnad why I sometimes get petty and refuse to lend her art materials or teach her techniques - because I'm afraid she'll be better at them than me. But I can't explain why because if I try not only does it sound petty (it is) but she doesn't get it anyway (we watched Honey and Clover, and had a huge row because I said I empathized with Kaoru, and she said "eh? But you're Shinobu, I'M Kaoru" :p)

And there's a feeling too that you have to be a good example...and that they'll learn from your mistakes.
Which not only puts the pressure on you, but also means again that having learnt from you, they'll know what not to do and come out better.
Little siblings are scary :p But it's almost certainly good for both the elder and the younger sibling to have those influences acting on them. If nothing else it prepares you for a lifetimne of dealing with people and competition and so on.
And I know there are families where siblings have really bad relationships, but for the most part, even if you argue a lot, you do love each other and will be there for each other.
Either siblings or no siblings is probably good for you in different ways. An oldest child or only child is probably more independant; an older sibling learns responsibility, because they probably have to look after their siblings, if only because the parents make them; and a younger child learns from their older siblings, either by direct teaching or by good and bad examples - it removes some of the need to test things out and see if it works, because your older brother/sister has already tried - and if they failed you know not to try that, and if they suceeded you know it's posisble, that kinda thing.
And there is competition and sibling rivalry, but competition isn't always a bad thing - at least in some cases, it makes you work harder at school or sports or whatever so as to outstrip your older sibling/not be outstripped by the younger.
The worst situation is probably to be in the middle of three or more kids, since you don't get looked after like the youngest OR have the respect and power of the oldest.
It'd be like when me and my sisters were first allowed to cross the road on our own - I got to do it first because I'm the oldest, and they were jealous of that, but they got to do it only a year after I did, because I'd been doing it and it seemed to be safe, and I was then jealous because I didn't get to do it when I was seven, I had to wait until I was eight :p If we had a middle child, they'd have had the worst deal, because they wouldn't have got to do it first or youngest, those priveledges are always going to go to the oldest and the youngest.

[earthforge]

I understand Ametatsu. However you sound like you fufilled your obligation of being a role model. My older sister, however, was the opposite.

She raged at me and my older brother for a good long time. My brother to this day is trying to get over it and has difficulty setting a good example. That's why it's inverse in my family. I have to be the role-model for my brother, and my older sister just doesn't care.

An example was when she said around when I was 7 or 8 she threatened to burn my books. I was very connected to them at that age. She called me other nasty things. It is part of the reason why after 2nd grade I became reclusive and shy. The girls played there annoying games, while the guys were just awful.

Heh. My brother complained about being the middle child but he is put in position of the oldest. They get the brunt of family difficulties because the youngest is protected from them and the oldest if good might complain. If oldest is bad, they might blow up. I'll never forget the time when my brother shot my older sister with his super soaker.

Yep. My brother and I argue on art as well. I was linearting one art I was proud of, and then my brother said it would be laughed at. About three months later when I was planning to toss it in the garbage, my friend said it was the best one in my portfolio. That was annoying. He likes comics such as Dr. McNinja, and I love different mangas. He was complaining to me because he couldn't figure out why I didn't like the series.

I loved my older sister, but it seemed like she never loved me. I still do, but I never got a birthday card after the first year she left. She's now living with another person named like her. I sympathize with the people who run into her. Funny how our grades and lives are different. She is on her 5th year for her graduate degree, and I'm working into college way before her. I guess inverses happen a lot.

Well, I'm glad your sister has the oppurtunity to grow because of you instead of obstructing it. I've seen many good older siblings, I just had the misfortune to live with the stereotype. As you could glean most likely, I am the youngest.

[aezirka]

I'm my mom's only child, but my dad's third daughter.

I grew up as an only child, but I have two half-sisters from my dad's first marriage. I enjoy the perks of being an only child mwehehe. I used to wish for a sibling, but I don't think so anymore. It's so much more fun as an only child. Besides, I have my cousins who are like my brothers anyway. Except I don't have to deal with them everyday xD

I have a good relationship with my half-sisters. I've slept over their place a few times before they moved to SF for college. Whenever they come back down to SoCal though, they try to see me. It's a bit awkward sometimes because we have different ideas of fun, but we get along well.

[beautiful_death]

I have a sister that's two years younger than me, and for the longest time she was the more mature one. Now that we're in our 20s, I'm the more mature one. I've been through a lot of personal hardship, which hampered my ability to be a role model for my sister. I'm kind of disappointed that my sister doesn't see me as a role model though....

[Sexta]

I loved it when I was an only child. I did get all the attention, but mainly from my grandparents who raised me. My mom and dad (whom got divorced later) hardly had any time for me. They were too busy with work.

When I was a sophomore in high school, my mom told me she was pregnant. She's been with this guy for years now (and I don't even know how he got into my life). A part of me was kinda in shock and sorta pissed.
I did not like this guy at all. Now because of him I have a half-brother. As bad as it sounds, I just don't like them both. :noworry

Yes, I am a very horrible older brother. I'm not gonna deny it. The main reason I can't accept my half-brother is because my mom's boyfriend was responsible for it. Everyone in the house takes care of him except for me. :noworry

Sometimes I wish I was an only child again.

[Skorpz]

i have 3 older siblings but the age gap is really wide from me to them about 6 years. i find it very helpful since when i don't understand some homework they were able to easily explain it to me. i think it better to have siblings.

[couch_kamote]

I have two younger siblings. A boy and a girl.

[melboyd~]

i'm the third child, and have an elder brother, elder sister and a younger sister~ am quite 'sandwiched' ~

[Luhy]

I kinda always wished i had a brother... a partner in crime growing up... ;p

I have an older sis who lives in TX with her wife... and a younger sister whos a coke-whore for black boys~

[Shdo]

i got 2 older sisters, the age diffrance is so big that most of my life i grew without them so i am somewhere in the middle of having sibiling and being a lone child.

[rvngu]

i have a sister, 9 years younger much prettier and smarter than me...sigh...

[Miyona]

I have an older and younger brother....and two older sisters.

If anyone wants a 16 year old sister....I can knock her out and mail her to you >_>

[speedphantom]

I wouldn't mind having a sister, I only have a brother who's sooooooo different to me. He's 23 and I'm 19.

Not a happy family Miyona:( ?

[gab00n]

I'm the middle child, I have an older sister and a younger brother.

[Ann-chan]

I'm also the middle child but reversed XD I have an older brother and a younger sister.

My relation with my brother is good, we go well together~ I dunno why because we are quite some time apart, he's 24 and I'm 19, almost 20..... then again, we like alot of the same things ^^ but my sis might as well not be there at all we kind of live besides each other :T we have absolutely nothing in common -__-; anyone want a 17 year old sis? XD

[Kenni]

I'm another middle child (I like to call it "sandwich-child"). I have an elder brother and two younger brothers. Yes, I have the pleasure to be the only girl out of 4 siblings...

My elder brother (22, almost 23) is okay, although he is very stubborn and this is getting on my nerves somethimes. My younger brothers are twins and they are 14 -> pubperty. Just great... Today, I was woken up by their screams, again. I'm not getting enough sleep lately because of them. =__=

[Vizard_King]

I'm the Oldest of Two
My Bother is two years younger than me.

I also have Two Step Bothers and a Step Sister
My step Bothers and I share the same name.

[Navirae]

I have one older sister. Even though there are times where she can irritate me to no end, I still cherish her because she is always looking out for me and someone who I can talk to about anything since she understands what I'm going through most often.

[Miyona]

I wouldn't mind having a sister, I only have a brother who's sooooooo different to me. He's 23 and I'm 19.

Not a happy family Miyona:( ?

No....I like everyone except her :p

we get in too many fights...

[speedphantom]

That's what little and big sisters do:p

You see her as big and bossy and she sees you as a little annoying pest (most likely if you fight that much). You'll both mature and hopefully you'll get over your issues haha XD.

[kiera2]

I have three brothers (and two cousins who are practically brothers) and I consider them to be some of my best friends in the entire world. We've always been incredibly close and I can't imagine what it would have been like growing up without them.

[Amy corE]

I have two older sisters^^ I love them sooooooooooooooooooooo much^^ My sweeties <3
Haha xD And we never fight or bicker xD

[Thantos-Espada]

ima only child^^ and when you have bust parents its boring, and never anyfun to stay at home.

and god damn its lonely^^

[shinikage]

I have a younger sister, three years younger than me. I'm glad she's around ^_^

[Kaori Machida]

I have a younger sister, she's 5 years younger than me. She can be sweet when she wants to...but a lot of the time I want to tie her up and throw her in a closet lol. She rants about Deidara from Naruto too much, it gets annoying. She can still be fun though, and hey, I asked for her. When I was little I kept telling my mom I wanted a sibling. First, I wanted a brother, then I wanted a sister.

I also have an older half-sis who is three years older than me. I don't see her often though. Let's just say she's made a LOT of mistakes in the past. She has twin baby boys now, but she is getting better. I think she learned from her mistakes, so I'm a bit closer to her now than I was before. As kids we were really close, and as teens, forget it, but now things are a bit better.

[speedphantom]

I'm jealous of people who have really close relationships with their siblings.

I get along fine with my brother but we're not super close or anything. He's about 4 years older than me. We have completely different philosophies in life. He's the calculating logical ordered person and I'm the one who's whatever whenever type haha XD.

When I was a younger teen I used to really hate him but it's better now.

[CeriaHalcyon]

I'm jealous of people who have really close relationships with their siblings.

I get along fine with my brother but we're not super close or anything. He's about 4 years older than me. We have completely different philosophies in life. He's the calculating logical ordered person and I'm the one who's whatever whenever type haha XD.

When I was a younger teen I used to really hate him but it's better now.

Yeah i know that, my cousin got married last weekend, and she's ultra close with her sister, me on the other hand i barely know my sister

[~Vizard/Espada~]

I am an only child. You have to be every piece in monopoly.I hated that.

[Mika]

ONLY CHILD! WHOO! Except it does get really lonely around here sometimes!

[Lilium]

I am the youngest child with two older siblings :learn

[rayne_himura]

too bad im not an only child >< i got an older brother, whom i hate :XD

[CooWings]

I'm a child with siblings, and apparently I'm the last child amongst the rest of mine. Having siblings makes sharing all the more often in a lot of things, and in a way help build your character in various ways.

I don't get why people say the last child owns a luxury of her/his own that she would almost automatically be entitled to get anything that she wants; because frankly, that's NOT the case for me, but I'm fine with it. :lmao

In fact, my brother, the eldest of us all; gets almost everything he wants because he's the only son in the family. But heh, we girls get the picture, so we're practically oblivious to the 'special treatment' our parents gave him.

I would never wish to be the only child, even though tolerating with a handful of siblings can get ugly and bad st some point. But hey, arguments are also one way of understanding.

[Kojy]

I have one sister, which i'm older brother of.

[Pollux]

I have three older brothers, 2 of them being twins. The oldest is 8 years older than me and the twins 7 years older.

[Melody]

I have 7 brothers. (two of them are older than me) and I have 2 younger sisters

[tsuki-chan]

I have an older brother. ^^

[ninhoic]

I always wanted to be an only child when i was younger, mostly because I couldn't get all the toys I wanted because I had sisters. I prefer being a brother now though. My brothers and sisters will always be there for me, no matter what happens.

[Fortunate]

Only Child. :crazy

[Alphonse]

Having brothers or sisters....or being alone..... don't know. I'm not an only "child". Have a brother and a sister. I'm alright. It's like a huge family..... don't want to explain specifically, too darn lazy. I bet being lonely has its advantages also. Not sure.... I like being a alone though.

[Awakenedgirl86]

Only child and it sucks

[Keylimepie]

Sadly i have an older brother, lol my mum doesnt even try to hid that he's the fave:sweat

[Sixkiller]

I have 1 half brother on my dad's side and 2 on my mother's side. But I am the only one of my mix

[Revan1990]

Only child, and I think its great^^

[rayne_himura]

fort - aaw poor you. the see-saw must be pretty boring sometimes huh xD

i have a brother, just a year older. the childhood squabbles were pretty intense - but all good now, we only wrestle and pull pranks on each other now xD

[La`Punyeta]

Only child...

[Risingblade]

I have two younger bros

[ch1mera]

I have a older sister

[Nejibana]

I have a younger brother, we're always fighting but we can't live separated :D

[Grey Day]

I have three younger sisters :sweat

[hottfroggy]

I have a brother and a sister, who are both older. My sister and I fight a lot with my brother and my sister and I fight with each other, but overall, we get along pretty well. :amuse

[Mizu No Tenshi]

I have two sisters and a brother, all of them younger :XD

[Nacchan]

I have a younger brother (and our age gap is quite big) so I have to babysit him all the time...

good points having younger siblings : I can manipulate him and ordering him around for simple things such as get me something from refrigerator or fetch me a glass of water when I'm too lazy to do it myself (yess I'm an evil sister :fu)

bad points : babysit time...:-_-

[Majority Espada]

I have an older sister

[TrueSalvation]

I have two younger brothers. 16 and 10. Hehe family of all boys. Being the oldest I had to watch over them and make sure they didn't do anything stupid and guide them. But as soon as I turned 18 and moved out to college I've enjoyed it more. Living by myself, I don't have to worry about someone stealing my things or annoying me. Independence is always fun. Fortunately I left when they were old enough to know right from wrong so I dont have to worry about them and they can do there own thing.

Though I still come to visit (my apartment is only 30 minutes from my parents house) occasionally to the house for some good food and "family" time which includes taking my brothers two on one in basketball and beating them in video games. Ah being the oldest always has its perks~ XD

[roB0Tzilla!]

I have an older sister.
The only bad thing is when we fight :/

Even though we fight she always has my back and I can talk to her about what's bothering me or anything else.
:'D

[DarkPulsar]

I am the oldest, I have two brothers and two sisters. I love them dearly, and I wouldn't change it for anything, though to say that we always get along perfectly would be wishful thinking :p

[Zadus]

I have an older brother and I love him dearly! With that said, he can be a pest sometimes. :D

[PrincessSprink]

I have 4 brothers and 4 sisters, all older than me:D

[Ayu-chan]

I only have 1 bro and that's my only sibling :XD I want a baby sister or an older sister :cry

[Abigail]

I have one elder sister, we're super close!
And I want a baby bro, but I think it's impossible for now.

[BleachOD]

I have an older brother. We are 3 years apart but have the same birthday. I hate it when people ask if we are twins. We are both Scorpios so we clash. (He is just an asshole!)

I love him but I really don't like him much. I can stand him for 15 minutes...after that. We argue. He pushes my buttons like no one can.

[Ayu-chan]

I have one elder sister, we're super close!
And I want a baby bro, but I think it's impossible for now.

Wanna swap Abi-chan? :lmao Since we are both from the same country :D Although I'm not there currently :XD

:wha

[Abigail]

Wanna swap Abi-chan? :lmao Since we are both from the same country :D Although I'm not there currently :XD

:wha

Swapping accepted. But just for few days ok..

[tiff]

i have 1 sister. she's 25, i'm 20. we get along sometimes..but we fight ALOT. but i <3 her anyway.

my younger female cousin [who is 9 now], and my older male cousin [who is 21 now]...used to live with us for like 3 years..so they were kinda like my siblings for a while.

i like that. it gives you someone to talk to when your bored, someone to go shopping with, someone to watch movies with. gives you someone who always has yer back and loves you, even if their not getting along with you for some reason. sure friends can do that..but their not really there with you almost every day of your life.


although im glad i only have 1 sibling, i wouldnt want to be one of those families who have like 12 kids..thats a little ridiculous. i like small good families, because it gives enough time/attention for both kids, but yet it gives you some space from your parents also. and as a younger child..your parents can try to learn from things they did right or wrong with the first child.

[mechaqua]

i have two sisters older and younger, i am closer to my younger she is only a few years younger, my older and my self had a rivalry i usurped her position as the only child ;) although we have gotten closer we go whitewater rafting, i don't think i want a brother, i have friends with brothers too much sibling rivalry

[NelielTu]

Only child. When you;re growing up, it is a bit lonely, but then you learn to appreciate privacy and the space to think.

[chibihana]

have 4 older brother, 2 older sister, and one younger sister, guess My life feel with excitement and argument :urahara

Since I've got a very big family, so i prefer the childs with siblings...More merrier :XD

[jinxie]

I'm an only child now but I had a younger brother and younger sister (they're no longer here) so I've been an only child for the past 15 years. It's alright, I'm close to my parents but sometimes I miss my brother and sister :o

The benefits would have been just the company but I don't think it's that lonely being an only child. I guess it just depends who is in your social and/or general environment at the time.

[Joyling]

I have a twin sister (identical, 10 minutes older) and another sister who is 21 months younger. I used to fight with my younger sister A LOT but now we get along really well, once both of us don't have to live under the same roof any more.

[Ayu-chan]

Swapping accepted. But just for few days ok..

Okay :wha

Pros about having a little bro: I could make him do whatever I want and he could be the one doing the chores :mwhaha Plus my bro's so cute :love

Cons: 'Don't tease your little brother!' Nagging :facepalm

[Amy corE]

Ohhh, I have three full sisters.:D One of them is older than me and the other two are younger.
I have five cousins and all of them are girls, except for one boy.:lmao

[IchiRuki143]

I'm an only child. It's hard to be an only child. Your parents eyes are always directed to you and they would always scold you for a light mistake. :cry If you have siblings, their attention will be divided. *sigh*

[dramaelfie]

Two younger sisters.

And....they're twins. =_=

[tatygirl90]

I'm the youngest, I have an older brother on my mom's side and an older brother and older sister on my dad's side. But I feel like an only child, seeing as my sibilings are 15+ years older than I am...

[CoffeeCookie]

I have 3 brothers 1 older the other 2 younger. We get along really well and never fought, although I did (and still do sometimes :p) order my younger brothers around :D, being the only girl isnt that bad either :heehee

[Turnado]

I have a sibling, and I wouldn't change that. You know that your sibling always has your back and whatnot.

Quoted for truth.

[Lady Mizura]

I am for having sibilings. They tend to teach you skills like patience, sharing, compassion, problem-solving, sharing your feelings, and how to treat others*to an extent*. Friends come along later, and I've met quite a few only children who are both spoiled and lacking in a lot of those life skills. You might also create a bond with your siblings that will last you for a lifetime.

I have two siblings, and I love them. I never wanted to be an only child.

[ashido fan]

I have a younger sister by 4 years.

[femaleshiro_16]

I've got 2 bros.(who totally annoy me sometimes) :h5
I'm an only girl and the eldest among the 3. :):):o
And I try not to (order them around like I'm the boss)
but I totally try not to anymore.
They totally annoy me sometimes:mad:(and get more attention:cry)
But hey, I think having sibs. is much better cuz w/o
sibs, my life would be lonely
:love:h5:glomp:hug

[La`Punyeta]

just an only child...

[Carrotsandroses]

Hmm...Well I have one sibling who is a year younger than me. And even though we rarely talk, it's good to have him around when I'm arguing with my parents regarding their rules they expect me to follow. Plus, I've found that I've been able to do a lot of things I wouldn't have othereise thought of doing, thanks to my brother.

I don't think loneliness is much of an issue, since we barely talk, but we do help each other out. And I appreciate that.

[millipede]

I have one younger sister, who is 16. We get on really well most of the time :)