While reading a bedtime storybook to Yuyu on 31st March 2026, around 9pm, I started crying.
He called out for me with his usual caring tone, wondering why I was crying. I told him that two years ago, I was in the hospital carrying him in my tummy. At 9pm, I had requested to go to the labour ward to get epidural and by then I was already 4cm dilated. He was so eager to see the world, that by the crack of dawn and a few hard pushes, he was out to see the first light.
I still remember the day like it was yesterday. Now this precious little love of mine turns 2 in a couple of hours. This little boy with an explosive, colourful persona, who is so so so loved by many. This sweetest, bestest little friend of mine, who is my whole soul and my whole life. MasyaAllah TabarakAllah. Allah has given me such a beautiful life to raise, nurture and educate.
My little one, 20 years from now if you find Mama's blog, Mama wants to let you know that when you came into this world, you painted Mama's world with colours. You brought along with you a bucketful of sunshine too, and you shone so much light into so many people's lives. Abah loves you. Baba loves you. And Ayah loved you. Ayah was your best friend when he was alive. He had never smiled and laughed as much as when you were around.
MasyaAllah, Mama's precious child. Read my dua whenever you need it most.
Every day, I raise my hands in duʿāʾ for you.
I pray that Allah grants you good health and strength—
not only in your body, but also in your heart and soul.
May you grow with energy to explore the world, resilience to face challenges,
and patience to rest when you need it.
I pray that you grow to be kind and generous,
with a heart that is gentle, forgiving, and full of mercy.
May you treat others with respect, speak with honesty,
and always remember that even small acts of kindness are beloved to Allah.
I pray that you find love and joy wherever you go—
in learning, in friendships, in family, and in the beauty of Allah’s creation.
May your laughter be easy, your curiosity endless,
and your life filled with moments that bring you peace and gratitude.
Most of all, I pray that you remain steadfast in your īmān.
May Allah guide your steps, protect your heart,
and keep you close to Him in times of ease and difficulty.
May you always turn to Allah for comfort, strength, and guidance,
knowing that He is always near.
My dear child,
you are a trust from Allah, and loving you is one of my greatest blessings.
May Allah watch over you always and make you among those He loves.
Āmīn.
Happy 2nd Birthday sayang ❤️