On August 22, 2016, a daughter lost her mother in the early morning hours. Eight years have passed since that day, but the pain of loss remains for Sadiya Lawal Danyaro, a lecturer at Federal University, Dutsinma, Katsina State.
She expressed her grief and love in a poem titled “My Hajiya: Eight Years of Echoes.”
The poem, written on the anniversary of her mother’s death, captures the emotions Sadiya felt on that day. At 2:30 a.m., as her mother spoke her final words, Sadiya held her hand, witnessing her mother’s strength and calmness.
The poem reflects on the absence left behind and the struggle of living without her mother’s guidance.
Sadiya recalls her mother’s wisdom, her encouragement to be patient and strong, and the comfort she provided in their last moments together.
Despite the years that have passed, the bond between mother and daughter remains, with memories serving as a reminder of the love they shared.
In her tribute, Sadiya prays for her mother’s peace and seeks Allah’s mercy to reunite them in paradise.
Her words resonate with those who have experienced similar losses, offering a reminder that love continues beyond death.
The poem addresses themes of love, loss, and the hope for reunion in the afterlife, reflecting the lasting impact a mother can have on her child’s life.
Read the full poem by Sadiya Danyaro:
My Hajiya: Eight Years of Echoes
On the dawn of August twenty-second,
A soul departed, a life transcended.
In the quiet of the night at 2:30 a.m.,
You whispered “Kalimatus Shahada,” holding my hand tightly.
Eight years have passed since that fateful morn,
Eight years since my heart was torn,
Eight years since I watched you leave, your strength so serene,
Eight years ago was a moment forever etched, a midnight scene.
Every day, your absence is profound,
A void in my heart, a hollow sound,
I suffer the loss, the ache never fades,
In dreams, your face in gentle shades.
You always asked me to be patient and strong,
In your wisdom, you knew where I belonged.
As I begged, “I don’t want you to die,”
You answered softly, wiping my cry.
I will leave you in the hands of no one other than Allah Subhanahu wata’ala,” you said, my beloved and only daughter!
Your love remains, a guiding light,
Through darkest days and loneliest nights.
I remember your voice, your elegant smile, your tender grace,
In memories, I find your embrace.
Though you are not here, your presence is clear,
In every cherished moment in my life, I feel you near me.
I miss our gist, especially at night,
At times I look and search for you, but I know I will never see or talk to you.
In every whisper of the wind,
I hear your presence, your love, forever near.
In my heart, you live, eternal and bright,
A beacon of love, a comforting light.
Though you are gone, you are never far,
My guardian angel, my shining star, love of my life.
My Hajiya!
May Allah SWT reunite us in Aljannah.
May Allah SWT make her grave a garden from the gardens of Paradise.
May Allah SWT reward her with the highest rank in Aljannah.
May Allah SWT forgive and grant all those who have lost their parents Jannatul Firdaus.
I miss you and love you so much, my Hajiya!!
(c) Sadiya Lawal Danyaro
