On my birthday, I wish that this blog will continue to be the voice of the voiceless

I am writing this short reflection today, not just for my birthday but because it will be my first August 8 away from home. I have never celebrated a birthday without family, so this is new. There’s always a first time. I don’t intend to make this post sad, but I would tap into reality to make sense of things.

Three months ago, I lost my close aunt (may her gentle soul rest in peace). The news came as a shock two days before my graduation. I had cried myself to sleep those nights preceding my graduation ceremony. She had inquired when I would return to assist with a project, and I had promised to support her in any way. However, death stung. I’m glad I had supported her in some other ways before her death, but I wish I had done more. Ultimately, I realized how crucial it is to cherish our loved ones while we still have them here. Life, indeed, is like a mist.

At this point, some wishes would be futile. The world is in turmoil. On my birthday, I wish that this blog will continue to be the voice of the voiceless. My second birthday wish is for the world to live peacefully, from Africa to Eurasia and the Middle East. For myself, I wish for sound health, peace, and joy. Happy Birthday to myself.