To my angel Maliha

 To My Angel (Maliha)

I often wonder how our worlds aligned,

In a crowded room, a rare gem to find.

Of all the paths you could have walked,

You chose to step onto mine when we talked.

Within these cold, chaotic Amazon walls,

You became the steady voice when duty calls.

Sometimes I feel I lack the luck to claim a bond so true,

To deserve a friend as genuine, as beautiful as you.

Yet here we are, anchored through the hectic shift and grind,

The most supportive soul my heart could ever hope to find.

When my spirit wavered and my confidence ran low,

You always found the perfect words to make my courage grow.

Through every heavy workflow and the pressure of the day,

I knew that you were watching out, protecting my way.

No matter what the challenge, or how tough the metrics seemed,

You stood by me in Ops—the truest guide I ever dreamed.

You used to irritate Priti and me, constantly teasing us two,

Repeatedly saying the words, "it was great working with you."

But now those playful, mocking words are freezing in the air,

Leaving a sudden, heavy ache that feels too much to bear.

I am so sorry for the silence, for the days we grew apart,

But time and distance never change your place within my heart.

Now a beautiful new chapter is waiting to unfold,

As you step into a future painted bright in gold.

A stunning bride tomorrow, with a lifetime love in view,

My heart is overflowing with the joy I feel for you.

You are packing up your dreams now, to cross the ocean wide,

Leaving India's familiar shores for the unknown outside.

The floor will feel so empty without your shining grace,

And no amount of distance can your memory erase.

Go conquer global boundaries, go build your joyful home,

You will always have a sanctuary, no matter where you roam.

Thank you for the pushes, for the guidance, and the light,

For being the angel who made Priti and my heaviest days feel bright.