Deer Nazneen, my lovely sister

I got a letter from our mother the other day; she told me that you were sent to England, more precisely London. I can imagine how scared you must have been on the plane, all alone, wondering how your new life over here would be. I remember the day I left home. I remember waving goodbye to you and the rest of the family. I remember how scared I was. However, I also remember how grateful I am for this change in my life.

I was lucky with the change. At first, my husband and I didn’t talked that much, but after some time, we got to know each other, and today I can happily call him the love of my life. Nazneen, I hope you are as lucky as I was.

I’m sorry that I haven’t written to you the last year and a half. Malek and I have been very busy building our new house from scratch, and two months ago, we finally moved in. We are still missing some details and garnish, but the rest is finished. I am very happy about our new kitchen, and I can’t wait to cook bigger dinners for the holidays. You and your husband should come visit one day; I can make your favorite food, chicken tikka masala!

I hope you and your husband will have a nice future. I hope you will have a rich life, based on experiences and hope. Malek have told me about several women that have been beaten by their British husband, and since the day I got the letter form out mother I have been praying for you.

Before ending this letter, I need to tell you some exiting news! In January, you will become an aunt! I haven’t told mum about the news jet, so please don’t mention it to her!

I’m sorry, but I have to end the letter now. I hope to hear back from you!

Love you and miss you!

-Hasina