Two Sisters on O'ahu

Amara and Havana. Two sisters, two years and three weeks apart. Before Havana was born, I had hoped these two would be close. But the reality in our family was that it was a hard adjustment to share the space with a new baby. And, it was evident from very early on, just how different these two beings are. Still, they're sisters.

As they grew, they did form bonds and did look towards each other for companionship. There were challenges too. Amara, who likes her space and sets boundaries on what is hers and what is fair, is very protective her little sister when she sees her in any form of distress and she finds many ways to bring a smile to her sister's face.

Havana, she adores her big Sis, and the world shines around her. That sounds nice but can cause issues. Havana tries to emulate Amara which doesn't always go over well. As Havana has gotten older, she too has become more aware of space and will demand that what is hers stays hers and will not allow her sister to within ten feet of whatever she deemed off limits. Really, this all typical sibling rivalry stuff. Overall, they love each other and during trips away from home, they are forced to rely on each other more. That brings more fighting too but mostly more play time, explorations together and more love between these two sisters.