Another Christmas Without Love
Nevertheless, Xmas will shine again
Dear Santa,
My name is Jacob Etim, your admirer for close to 40 Christmases. For this once have I solicited your favour.
I love my beautiful daughters though I haven't seen them since last Christmas. So the situation constrains, that's why I implore your kindness to deliver this love letter.
It remains two days to tell Christmas' love tale. So, with Rudolph's speed, kindly make a stop at 'Eve's twilight before the charcoal expanse succumbs to the bright radiance of the fleeting stars.
I pray your haste, ‘cos if you fail, these daughters' love will fade away.
A FATHER'S LOVE NOTE TO HIS PRICELESS PRINCESSES
My darling girls,
I have failed you once again, and I don't know what I will say to win back your trust and refrain.
Unfortunately, I can't make it for Christmas yet again; I can't afford the journey to the Calabar's domain.
Due to the country's harsh economic downturn, your dad hasn't received payment still. That's why your mom had to homeschool you against our will.
My siblings in Canada have had to support your upkeep and feeding if you never knew. The pantry is bare, but be grateful for the morsel though few.
Unfortunately, you can't have a Christmas tree or presents or a visit to Santa. But, I've made arrangements for chicken, rice and your favourite gravy with pasta.
I feel ashamed for my lack, but It's not a betrayal of love. Though I'm handicapped, my passion is everlasting, of course.
Whatever the challenges you endure, remember daddy's love for you is always sure.
As surely as night follows day, we dream of another Christmas to play.
Lots of Love xxxxx
Daddy
(PS: I need your vote as the 'The World's Best Dad!')
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