SOME WORDS ABOUT MY LATE GRANDFATHER
You know the saying “nobody is perfect” is really hard for me to believe because,my grandfather was simply the best.
baba the impact you’ve made on our lives; from your children to your siblings and especially to us your grandkids.
You lived a very simple and peaceful life.At 80 years your accomplishments and success were over the top.The best thing about Baba was how generous he was,he was also a very intelligent and smart man.
Life has been miserable and so painful without you.I feel so empty and it’s so hard to let go because you were the shining star of the family(i know it sounds lame ).You had over 60 grandkids and each and every one of us had a special bond with you,we were your pride.We all miss the tea time,playing whot with you (he would always cheat ).Baba had the most beautiful smile ever, the warmest hugs and the best conversations.
I’m so happy and glad to have made those memories with you.Your death shook me so much because i just thought you’d be here forever,i know that’s not possible because ‘every soul shall taste death’ but i guess i was trying so hard to convince myself. So the thought of you not being here had never ever occurred to me. I try not to think about the tiny things ; you’re not going to be here when i graduate, when i get married or when i have my first child. You’re not going to hold up my baby, smile and make dua for them.Thinking about it makes me so sick to my stomach.
We’re grateful to Allah for giving you a long life. Being your grandchild is really a blessing
It’s really hard to wrap my head around everything.i miss hearing you say ‘hello my dear’ anytime we’re on a call with you.Kano will never ever be the same without you, it has been almost a year since your death and i still haven’t gone back. I just can’t imagine entering the parlour without you there, smiling and hugging each and every one of us. Who would we race to hug every time we arrive in Sharada? it’s really hard,a lot of things have changed i can’t complain,i try not to think about it. Allah has everything written.
Allah yajikan ka baba
Insha Allah you’re in a better place
– Salma El-rufai
