Awareness

 My dearest Michelle, I'm sitting here with a heavy heart, trying to make sense of your departure. I don't remember hurting you, yelling at you, insulting you, or mistreating you in any way. I don't recall cheating on you or breaking the trust we shared. If I wasn't giving you enough, I thought we had a bond strong enough for you to tell me, and I would work harder. If it was less love, I believed our connection was deep enough for you to share your feelings, and I would strive to improve. I vividly remember our wedding day; you promised to stand by me until death parted us. We vowed to face life's challenges together, for better or worse. You said I was yours, and you were mine. Those words echo in my mind now. Every day, our children ask about you. Lilian looks out the window, hoping you'll return. I'm running out of words to explain your absence. Our son blames me, thinking I drove you away. The pain in their eyes is unbearable. As Lilian approach

 Today, I seal our love forever. I remember the day I first saw you; I couldn't imagine that someone of low class like me could win the heart of a beautiful woman like you. That day, my eyes spoke a billion love poems, but your captivating beauty left me breathless. I had to muster the courage to approach you, knowing men with hearts like hyenas lurked, ready to snatch you away. I lied when I asked you for directions; truthfully, I just wanted to start a conversation. Thankfully, it worked out. I'm not promising to be the perfect husband, that would be a lie, but I vow to do my best. I love you; I want you to know that. Not even my foolishness will ever take it away. You're the first woman to love me for who I am: shabby, foolish, poor, and imperfect. You gave my dirty life a blind eye and loved me unconditionally. Thank you for being patient. I promise to work on myself, to grow and improve as your husband. I'll stand by you through every situation and sacrifice