I know I have been silent for a long time, keeping my emotions to myself. I should have opened up to you more…

It is strange to leave you this message, talking about living and studying in London as the coming September marks my third year at the university.

As Father’s Day approaches, I reckon that it would be a good idea to pay tribute to you here – You get the credits and I get to avoid the awkward correspondence.

The saying goes, “tongue is the strongest muscle”. With this powerful piece of organ, one can utter hateful words and leave indelible marks on the victims.

Dad has been out of work for a year and I know that you are very worried. You fear that he may not be able to provide for the family, which causes the burden to rest on you solely, and that he himself will be distressed.