National Siblings Day is celebrated every year on 10 April. The day is dedicated to honoring the siblings of one and expressing how much they mean to them. The event is similar to Mother's Day and Father's Day in which people express their appreciation for their families. Previous year, the National Siblings Day was celebrated on social media by 37.4 million people, which is 70 percent more from the year before. People shared their stories, photos, and memories about their siblings on social media to celebrate the day.
The significance of National Siblings Day lies in strengthening the bond shared by siblings. It also serves as a reminder of the importance of family. One sibling often has to make sacrifices for the needs of another, especially if they have a disability. This day provides an opportunity to recognize and appreciate the contributions of siblings and promote their well-being.
National Siblings Day 2024 Date and Theme
This year, National Siblings Day will be celebrated on Wednesday, 10 April 2024. The theme of this year's National Siblings Day has not been announced yet.
History of National Siblings Day
National Siblings Day is observed on 10 April. The day is dedicated to remembering and celebrating the bond between brothers and sisters. The National Siblings Day Foundation was founded by Claudia Evart in 1997. The foundation was created after Evart lost her sister Lisette and older brother Alan when she was younger. Evart, a former paralegal, felt the need to establish a national holiday to commemorate her sister's birthday, which falls on 10 April.
The followers of Hinduism celebrate National Siblings Day as 'Raksha Bandhan'. On this day, sisters tie a band around a brother's wrist to symbolize the sister's commitment to protecting him. Brothers also give gifts to their sisters, agreeing to take care and protect them.
Significance of National Sibling Day
National Siblings Day is dedicated to the bond between siblings and the unique memories, support, and love that they share. The day was initially established as a way to recognize the contributions of siblings to their families. It also serves as a reminder of the importance of family bonds and the unique connections that siblings have with one another. One of the most important ways to celebrate National Siblings Day is by expressing gratitude for the presence of siblings. It's also important to cherish and appreciate the people who have been with us through good times and bad. National Siblings Day serves as a reminder of the importance of family bonds and the unique love and support that siblings provide.
National Sibling Day Quotes
Here is the list of some amazing Sibling quotes that you can share with your brother and sisters to make them feel loved and special.
Siblings: children of the same parents, each of whom is perfectly normal until they get together. [Sam Levenson].
The Rule of Sibs: If your sibling gets something you want, you (1) try to take it; (2) break it; or (3) say it’s no good. [Patricia Fleming].
Siblings that say they never fight are most definitely hiding something.” [Lemony Snicket].
I may fight with my siblings. But once you lay a finger on them, you’ll be facing me. [Abby Slater].
The advantage of growing up with siblings is that you become very good at fractions. [Robert Brault].
Sibling relationships are complicated. All family relationships are. Look at Hamlet. [Maurice Saatchi].
My siblings are my best friends. [America Ferrera].
They say that no matter how old you become, when you are with your siblings, you revert back to childhood. [Karen White].
Siblings-the definition that comprises love, strife, competition and forever friends. [Byron Pulsifer].
“It was wonderful to grow up with so many siblings. We were all just a year or two apart, and we were always so supportive of each other. [Joaquin Phoenix].
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