"Happy birthday beautiful Doris, 23 years looks great on you", Beatrice said.
Thank you Beatrice, I'm glad you were able to make it to my birthday day, especially considering this pandemic period.
What are friends for? We are here for each other Doris, that's what friends are for.
After few moments of celebration, Beatrice took her leave while I walked into my room.
" Happiest birthday anniversary my dearest daughter, I wish you many more beautiful years to you my dear" . Mum said
Thank you mummy, I said trying to hide my worried look.
Taking a look at my face, Mum noticed the saddened face. What's the matter Doris, you're supposed to be happy today of all day?
What essence is 23 years mum? What use is 23 years if I can't give you a comfortable life since Dad died.
Imagine Mummy, I have been applying for Jamb for the past 3 years and this year I was able to gain admission, behold the pandemic came knocking.
What exactly have I done for you? You've been suffering for me since Daddy's death and now that I decided to give myself a reason to live again, I'm being stranded of my hope. I cried.😭😭😭😭
It's okay to cry, mum said. Big girls do cry too.
You see my daughter, everyone suffering also wished for a better life. They all have their battle to fight and fight to the end.
Every champion you see and admire today was once a contender that refused to give up. Be strong dear, there still more to life to fight for.
This too shall pass; you are too strong to give up now..
Writer's end note: Every sad stage of life is only but a phase. Everyday is an experiment that gives you a experience for a better result.
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