A letter from a father to his angelic son

Darling Rashi, you became my son when you were born on December 23, 1999 and became my joy-giver during your infancy. During your younger days we were playmates. When you became little bit older, with your outstanding performance in studies, sports and music, you were my achiever and entertainer. You were my reliable friend and advisor when I faced challenges. From the day that you took your heavenly assignment on April 15, 2013, you became my special guardian angel.

Five years have passed by and all our loved ones might feel that Thaththi and Ammi (Ruwini) must be in control of the past dreadful situation. But my dear Angel, you know the correct picture. Each and every time I drive to work, I still remember dropping you at school, whenever we go out shopping, I can still recall how you would climb on the trolley for me to push. Each time we attend a party, I still cherish the good old days that we partnered together providing sensational music to lift the party spirit up and at church, the way you stood between us with your innocent smile. These are just a few of the times we miss dearly.

For all these times I have only one prayer to say to the Almighty, “Thy Will be done – you know what’s best”.

As a God fearing young lad, your spiritual life on earth is indeed a great learning to our lives. Your desire to be sinless while forgiving others who treated you unfairly, set us an example on how to meet God’s expectations. Your great kindness to the poor, sympathy towards the needy, compassion for the underprivileged children, understanding of others’ agony, are just a few qualities that you had that are very rare to find in today’s world. Furthermore, your prayerful life with immense hope and faith in the Almighty God, exhibited your heavenly assignment on earth.

I still browse through the heaps of certificates that you were awarded for studies; remembering the hours you spent with your mum, studying vigorously to become the best in class. I still recollect the trophies you won for sports and other extra activities that exhibited your sheer determination, strength and endurance. Though I’m not a great musician like you, I still keep your instruments in good condition while playing a few melodies to bring back your sweet memories. Darling, you are my role model who used God’s given talents to the maximum.

My darling Rashi, when you were born, you cried and we all were smiling and celebrating with absolute joy. But at the time of your demise we were all shedding tears in sheer misery, but surely, you were smiling since you were in the heavenly realm. Many a time when I was depressed, you appeared in my dreams to greatly console and advise me.

During the past five years, I have realized the wondrous ways in which our Lord acts on one’s life. At a time when life was testing my faith due to your sudden departure, I was privileged to become even closer to God and praise His phenomenal ways of doing things. Due to the continuous faith Ammi and I had, the Almighty gave us a beautiful son, very much like you, whom I know, you were fully aware of well in advance. I am sure your prayers from heaven helped us to have your beautiful brother Jevon (his name means gift of God).

Until we meet you in person in the heavenly kingdom, please do intercede for us to walk closely with our Lord, Jesus Christ.

Lovingly,