A Testament for a Bright Future

Mehdi Rostampour Source

This testament is dedicated to the writer's daughters, Aida and Vida. The writer expresses hope for victory for a better future, speaks of the current challenges facing society, and emphasizes that she has never surrendered.

Part of the testament.

I changed my daughters' names so they would not be identified.
My Aida, my Vida,
If this writing reaches you, know that your mother has gone for victory.
Victory for a future that is your right and the right of all children of this land.
Today, our world is filled with inflation, injustice, and discrimination that bends small shoulders too soon.
We lived in a time when even breathing had a cost, and having dreams required courage.
Your father and I ran, we tried, and we stood firm, but we are ashamed that we could not bring a calmer world for you.
I am leaving tomorrow, with faith that victory is possible.
So that you do not have to fight against inflation, compromise with discrimination, or beg for justice.
If I do not return, know that your mother has not been defeated. She gave her share for the path to victory.
For all the children I know will have a brighter future than our today.
Dear Aida, beloved Vida, if I am not here, know that your mother left with hope, stood with faith, and found peace with the wish for your victory.
With all the love in the world, your mother.

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