Sharon Alwyn Sequeira TP in India
Dear Pauline, As I reflect on my journey, I am filled with immense gratitude for the in - credible role you have played in my life. From the moment I met you, you have been a pillar of support, a guiding light, and a true mother figure to me. When I was dating Greta (my wife now), you were not just supportive of our relationship but actively helped us build a foundation based on trust, candidness, love, care, and spirituality. Despite the challenges and uncertainties, especially given our different backgrounds, you believed in us and stood by our side. Your determination and open-mindedness were evident from the very beginning, like the time you encouraged me to put my arm around Greta for a photo, showing your acceptance and belief in our relationship. Your unwavering support extended beyond our relationship. During my early career struggles, you saw potential in me and, along with Greta, took a risk when there were seemingly better options. Your faith in me was a driving force, and I hope I have lived up to your expectations. You have always been friendly, transparent, and deeply spiritual, qualities that have brought our family closer together. Your trust in me—whether it was handling finances or leading family affairs—showed your confi - dence in my abilities. Your clarity of thought and leadership have been invaluable, and no one ever resented your decisions because they were always made with love and wisdom. Focusing on being a homemaker with not much of a formal education, you continue to always learn from experiences, and you are such a lovely listener. I also know how much you and I love to speak and gossip in the right spirit without being judged. As I write this, I am reminded of the countless ways you have impacted my life. You have shaped my journey as a son, son-in-law, husband, fa- ther, and brother. Even in our disagreements, my love and respect for you have only grown. At 78, you remain a fragile yet formidable force,
and I am proud of the life you are living and the values you are still instill- ing in us. Each day is a learning experience for me. Your talents as a dancer, your devotion to prayer, your culinary skills, your money management skills, and your deep understanding of others are just a few of the many qualities that make you extraordinary. Your love for your son reminds me of my own mother, and I am often in awe of your strength and independence. Your beautiful marriage of 39 years until dad passed away and still is celebrated to date. Your financial indepen - dence, and your ability to adapt to any situation are testaments to your resilience and wisdom. Through this letter, I want to share with you and the world how important you are to me. Your story deserves to be remembered and celebrated. You have cultivated a family that I aspire to build with Greta, and for that, I am eternally grateful. Thank you for being the centrifugal force in our family, for your unwav- ering love, and for believing in me. You are an inspiration, and I am hon- ored to have you as my mother-in-law.
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