A little memory
Your smile is something I missed.
There are some people you can argue with, disagree with, or even spend time away from...
but somehow, you still care about them.
Hauwa Aminu Nuhu,
Today is your special day.
And even though things between us haven't been normal for a while...
I couldn't let your birthday pass without saying something.
I hope today reminds you of just how special you are.
You deserve beautiful moments, genuine happiness, peaceful days, and people who make you smile.
I genuinely hope this new year of your life brings you everything your heart deserves.
You didn't deserve to carry the weight of my mistakes.
I'm not making this message to explain away what happened.
I'm saying this because I've had time to think about the things I've done, the things I've said, and the ways I could have treated you better.
I can't change the past.
But I can learn from it.
I miss when things were simple.
I miss the conversations, the jokes, the random moments, and the comfort of knowing we could just talk.
There are some people you can argue with, disagree with, or even spend time away from...
but somehow, you still care about them.
I hope you know that none of the difficult moments changed the fact that I appreciate you.
I hope life is kind to you.
And I hope you continue becoming the beautiful person you are.
You've left one on my heart.
And no matter how complicated things have been, I'm grateful for the moments we've shared.
Whatever happens from here, I genuinely hope life treats you beautifully.
And if someday we can laugh, talk, and be normal again...
I'll be grateful for that.
Take care of yourself, Hauwa.
And once again...