Ang Magkapatid na Parang Aso at Pusa by Richard and Mira Lumiqued is a story about teamwork. The brother and sister in the story post a classic example of conflict between siblings. What warmed my heart about this story was its lesson on teamwork, and how working together can make things happen.
As an only child, I do not have any firsthand experience on sibling dynamics. From what I have heard from the people in my life, having a sibling can be a painful experience. However, when you think of your sibling as your ally, then it transforms into a rewarding experience. This book has given me a glimpse into the world of sibling conflict, and how it can be resolved through teamwork and compromise. I must admit that when I entered the workforce, I found it difficult to relate to some people because I did not have siblings to tease me or give me unwarranted opinions. I realized that having siblings can teach people how to resolve conflicts, work together, and build stronger relationships.
I found the illustrations by CJ Escurel very interesting. They were vibrant and lively. I would like to see more works from this talented illustrator.
I am excited to read the continuation of this story. The authors have built up quite a cliffhanger with their story. I also found it amusing that both husband and wife authors work in HR. I believe that their HR skills were rooted in their family lives, and having siblings has been the foundation of their fruitful careers.
I am thankful for this book because it reminded me that working together is better than resolving conflicts on my own. It is better to have allies than enemies in times of uncertainty and weakness.
Ang Magkapatid na Parang Aso at Pusa by Richard and Mira Lumiqued is now available!