Dear Laila

Author's name: Sherif Ammar

Dear Laila,

My daughter who has not yet come,

I am writing you these words a few days, or perhaps hours, before your birth. Welcome to a world you had no choice in. But rest assured that the decision to have you in it was not a coincidence or without consideration. Before that—and before anything else—your mother and I were certain that we had made the right choice for each other. And know, my Laylat, that we have done our best to provide you with a world where you can find the happiness and a dignified life you deserve.

My beloved daughter, I wrote you my first letter the day I became engaged to your mother. Today, I am writing you a book in your name in which I will speak to you about life, love, and faith. I will advise you without forcing you, I will give you a choice without forcing you. I will advise you about your mother, Laila. Her name is Amina. She is the one who did everything and bore everything. You are all hers.

We have a lot to look forward to, my little one.
See you soon..

I miss you and long to see you,
Your father