My grandmother’s affection, lavished solely on my brother, who closely resembled our heroic grandfather, left me feeling bitter and unworthy. Over the years, in dreams, I idealized her into the loving, kind figure I craved; through these dreams, I learned that her love was never the missing piece I sought.
Leonie Gregory lives in Australia; she has a passion for photography and writing about her experiences, as well as subjects she wants to explore further.