I too wanted to watch the Avatar marathon on Nickelodeon, I wanted to see Ben, Gwendolyn and Gramps defeat Vilgax, or watch the Secret Saturdays on Saturday morning in my pajamas, and on the days NEPA hadn’t deemed us worthy of light, I also would have loved to sleep in. But there was breakfast to help my mother with, pots and plates to wash, and laundry that needed doing by hand. I helped my mother around the house with the laughter of my siblings taunting me, breaking me, scarring me. Resentment is an emotion I know well. After love, anger, and pain, it would be the next feeling to see my life as a worthy home, and it invited itself after the birth of my siblings.
Nice article, I can relate because as the last child in my family I had the responsibility of doing the dishes till I left for school. But continue trying, not because you're the first child but because you want to try.
Your comment about Barney made me Google "Barney"... It's funnily true!
I can't say that I am in awe because Irawo tells stories with truth. She captures language with the hands of someone who feels things strongly,& she does. But this piece, this peace makes me feel seen. Thank you.
I love it. I'm close to tears
This is a wonderful piece, it beautifully captures what it means to be the first born son or daughter. Thank you ❤️
Nice article, I can relate because as the last child in my family I had the responsibility of doing the dishes till I left for school. But continue trying, not because you're the first child but because you want to try.
Your comment about Barney made me Google "Barney"... It's funnily true!
Awwwwwwn...this is so relatable! I’m a first daughter and I feel you. This is an amazing and beautiful piece Irawo. Well done!❤️
This is absolutely amazing! I really am short of words!!!
Such a relatable piece🤍
Lovely...i could relate to every single thing.
Really good storytelling 👏
Wow
You penned the experiences
Glad it's a little over
I can't say that I am in awe because Irawo tells stories with truth. She captures language with the hands of someone who feels things strongly,& she does. But this piece, this peace makes me feel seen. Thank you.
This is so great and the truth embedded in this piece is undeniable
The physical and mental stress first borns go through is unheard of
Stop making them a blueprint for your other kids
If you are looking for one let the parent do the leading and not the child.
Mehnn!! This is a beautiful read. I got vexed about what you went through to be honest and this should be sent to every parent.