Mathis,
You will almost be 10 years old. Time flyes so fast for me and dad.
I remember you when your were born. It was the beginning of our story together. We have shared so many moments of joy, fits of laughter, moments of comfort and, unfortunately, sad moments. You were an adorable kid, even if you did silly things like all children - you haven’t been a sweet little angel all the time my little love
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You look so much like dad, you are such a funny pair of clowns singing and dancing who make me laught a lot.
You are a happy and a lucky child who has many friends you can count on. As you remember, dad told you he was harassed when he was younger because he is Asian and was considered different from other children. Happily, he had friends to defend him and could rely on, contrary to me. I have been lonely and harassed for a long time, maybe because of my shyness.
We taught you that you and your friend could help children who are lonely and protect them from harassers. This is very important for me.
Remember, we taught you, from your younger age, respect towards people according to their origins, disabilities, and other cultures. No racism and respect to couples of men or women. We are all the same, no differences between us.
I have so much to tell you but you know that your mum is very chatty. When you were three 3-4 years old, that I was detected a tumor, you were taking care of me, scared of what could happen to me, and even more during my chemotherapy. You and dad were so adorable to me and I felt so lucky to be supported during this ordeal.
When you ask me why you couldn’t have a brother or a sister, you understood that, because of my medications, it wouldn’t be possible. The most important for us is that you have a good health, we don’t need of another child.
And, let’s finally talk of your preferred hobby, basketball. You found a sport in which you have thrived since you were six years old. And playing in the NBA was your dream, even with Michael Jordan (who is retired since a while !).
I have kept few drawings you drew when you were 7. They are so cute. I adore them.
If you couldn’t play with him, there were still a lot of NBA players you could play with: Shay Gilgeous-Alexander, Victor Wembanyama etc.
Now we can just just tell you enjoy your life and cherish all the people you love, family and friends.
Whatever you’ll do, mum and dad will always support you. We are proud of you.
Love.
Mum and dad.


