I am writting on my blog after a long break. I thought I would never be able to write but here I am at it again. I guess the passion for writing may  dwindle for a while but it can never go away, once a writer always a writer, the reason I decided to pen again is the sad demise of my father who I loved very much, I guess all daughters love their fathers and dote on them so nothing new about it but my father was a unique person and I am told that I not only look like him but also have his distinct character traits in me. Hence I felt the need to write what follows.....

to Abu with love

I took my first steps holding your hands, today I walk without you

saw the world through your eyes, now I yearn for your sight 

I long to hear your voice nudging me to be brave  

 your laughter echoes in my memories 

your smiling face your humility 

made me humble loving and caring

 you gave me my first driving lesson 

behind the wheel you looked magnificient

was always looking up to you for assurances

you taught me how to face lifes challenges with prayers and dignity

you made me the person I am today

 alas the day you went away I lost an integral part of me 

Yes I know you were very special for I have yet to see 

any one who lived his life quite so joyfully

 I feel so proud to be your daughter when I hear people say

 what a wonderful man you were 

I struggle to follow your legacy 

you bought smiles to the lives you touched wih your radiant qualities 

there are no words to tell you how very much I miss you 

for there is a void in my life which no one can fulfill

 there can be no one like my Abu