On the demise of his mother , Parvez would offer some food to children near the mosque to make them pray for his parents . He would have the soil on his mother’s grave levelled regularly . What gave him most strength to face such a tough life was his regular prayers at the mosque thrice every day , his elder sister Shine in America who supported him with a petty amount every month , a few friends and yes I say proudly myself .

I had started tying Rakhi every year to Parvez . Also helping him financially with a meagre amount every month . He would not remove the mauli I tied on Rakhi till the Rakhi in the successive  year as it gave him a strong sense of protection . He likes to call me his devine goddess a phrase which makes me go into peels of laughter .

His family photographs of his parents and sisters are his most treasured possessions . He is in the habit of carrying two bags with the latest newspapers , cuttings and notes . An avid reader of news he devours every single word . Parvez enjoys writing articles also . On my and papa , mummy’s birthdays during their lifetime along with greetings cards he would give lengthy letters .

Every Sunday , Parvez would have lunch at my house and take packed dinner . Before the present job , God has blessed him with he got an appointment in a shoe factory . However they were very poor pay masters . Parvez’s new job keeps him very busy at Dwarka near his rented flat . I miss his Sunday visits now . Every night which has been a constant habit , Parvez gives me a call . I have kept the address of his rented premises and landlords number , heaven forbid he develops any health issues .

It’s not just blood or religion which alone determines the relationship of a sister and brother but an overpowering love arising from similarity in nature and goodness of heart . Love has no boundaries and conquers all prejudices created by petty thought . It is similar to a birds flight in the sky enshrining the spirit of pure delight , contentment and good cheer . Love is a warm-hearted , affectionate , good-natured understanding of a never ending chemistry making life worthwhile come what may .