Untranslated Sacrifices
Sometimes we forget what we already have, lost in the quiet habit of self-doubt, forgetting to appreciate what surrounds us— while someone else, without it, knows its value deeply. Value is never the same for everyone. For some, it is family. A mother’s love. Unseen contributions. For others, it is the presence of people who make life feel lighter— colouring our days, pushing us gently past worry with humour, sarcasm, and care. And then there are those who stand at the borders, protecting us without hesitation, because for them, we all are family. They find peace in our peaceful sleep, even when comfort rarely visits them. Some sacrifices cannot be translated into words. Our heroes deserve reverence, as do our freedom fighters— because of whom we breathe today a life of dignity, while many still struggle under conflict, control, and unrest. We may never reach their level, yet we must not forget their contribution. Dreaming is not wrong— we are surrounded by our own ambitions— but ...