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13 November 2026

Happy birthday,
Adeen.

To the girl with the unforgettable smile.
A little corner of the world, just for you.

A few moments, a lot of love
Always yours, Ahmed
Made of memories & a little magic
01 / A little space for us

Memories, in pictures.

Your smile, our little moments, and so much to love.

That smile of yours.
Cute from the very start.
My favourite view.
Simply you.
A little bit of sunshine.
The girl I adore.
Right beside you.
A birthday is sweeter with you

Make a wish first.

Close your eyes for a moment. This wish is all yours.

Five candles, one for every letter of your name.
Tap each flame to blow it out.

Five little flames, one very special girl.

02 / Moments I keep close

If I could go back,
it would be here.

Some moments end.
Some stay with you, exactly as they were.

THE FIRST SPARK / 01

The smile that started it all.

That musical event at NUML. You were in your black dress and block heels, talking to your friends and giggling. And there I was, falling in love with you. I still cannot forget your smile. Every time I think about that moment, I can see you right in front of me.

A whole room, and all I remember is you.
THE WAY HOME / 02

A journey I wanted to keep.

Coming back from our trip, sitting right beside each other, talking the whole way home. It felt like a dream, even though it was such a simple moment. I wish I could be there again, beside you, with a little more road ahead of us.

I would take the long way home with you.
A LITTLE MAGIC / 03

Your hand in mine.

The first time I held your hand at the NUML auditorium. I do not need a grand story to explain it. Being there with you, holding your hand for the first time, felt magical. It is one of those little moments that means so much to me.

Something so small. A feeling so big.
RAIN & YOU / 04

Even when I tried not to look.

The first day of semester three. It was raining, and I was upset with you, trying so hard not to look your way. But then there you were: your new cream abaya (yes, the most expensive one), your umbrella, and you looking absolutely gorgeous. I could not help myself.

Even my stubborn heart gave in.
03 / My favourite person

Not just one thing.
All of you.

A little black, because it is your favourite.
And a few reasons you are mine.

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Your caring, sensitive heart.You feel deeply, and you care. Your pure heart is one of my favourite things about you.
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The way you are truly yourself.No fake personality. Just you, exactly as you are. I love that.
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My tall, ridiculously cute girl.Yes, both. And yes, I am going to keep telling you.
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All your stories. Every little detail.You love to yap, and I love to listen. I could listen to you all day.
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The perfectionist in you.Your love for cleaning, and the care you put into making everything just right.
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My favourite angry bird.A whole lot of anger in a girl I love a whole lot. Even your fiery side is part of you.
04 / From my heart to yours

A birthday note.

My Adeen,

In the exam hall, during our paper, I was trying to show my paper to you. Woh toh na ho saka, lekin maine aapko dekh liya, and it was unforgettable. Main jo likh raha tha, mujhe woh bhi bhool gaya.

You are caring, sensitive and pure-hearted. You don’t wear a fake personality for anyone, and that is the rarest thing about you. And your yapping? I could listen to it all day.

I wanted to make your birthday feel as special as you make every day for me. I hope this year gives you everything you deserve and more.

I always want to see you happy, at peace, and feeling your best. To me, you are already perfect in your own way. Keep hope alive in your heart, even when things feel difficult.

You will do great things in life, Insha’Allah. You will be okay. Believe in yourself, because I have always believed in you and trusted you. I know how much you care about others and how hard you try not to let anyone down. Just remember to be kind to yourself, too.

May this year bring you confidence, beautiful opportunities, and the courage to follow your dreams. Whenever you doubt yourself, remember that I am cheering for you, and I am so proud of the person you are.

I love you a lot.

Ahmed

For today & all the days after

A little birthday wish for you.

May your days be gentle, your heart be happy, and your world be full of things you love.