To my constant support, the strength of my back. Years have passed since your departure, yet you've never left my soul. My first teacher in life, I miss you. History repeats itself with me, my dear. I promised to be a pillar that stands despite life's hardships. I tried hard, but life is all about tides. Some choices free us, others bind us. Fate brought us together and might take her away. My black box, my deep well of secrets, and my reservoir of experiences. My heart's joy and my stubborn daughter. I can't envision my life without her. I braved the storms for her, yet failed to be the hero you were. There is a vast difference between life passing beside you and life passing through you, shaping and strengthening you, giving you another perspective. The only constant in our lives is choice, and it's harder to accept and live with it. But I promise, no matter how long the road, I'll reach the end and always entrust her safety with the sacred. (Between Allah and Ameen)