Thank you so much—that really means a lot. My grandfather passed away before I was born, after a life marked by extreme poverty and struggle. But somehow, his story still reached me. I carry it with me in everything I write.
This is quietly stunning, told with such grace and clarity, it reads like something Borges might have written had he been born in Ghorband. A story rooted in one life but echoing across centuries, carrying the weight of language, memory, and quiet defiance. I loved every word. Thank you for writing it.
As I’ve heard from some residents of Ghorband, he had a significant impact on the lives of other residents of Ghorbandi Valley by helping to promote education and inspiring others to educate themselves.
This is not just beautiful writing but written from the heart. Your grandfather was an incredible man and I hope that he too reaped some benefit from his many kindnesses
A beautiful piece. Your grandfather would be amazed to hear that on the other side of the world his memory and his work live on.
Thank you so much—that really means a lot. My grandfather passed away before I was born, after a life marked by extreme poverty and struggle. But somehow, his story still reached me. I carry it with me in everything I write.
‘He learned for the survival of the soul.’
That’s the simplest and most eloquent motivation to keep learning, despite any of our circumstances. Very nice piece.
Your grandfather sounds like an amazing man!
Stunning, humbling and so inspiring. Thankyou @Shabnam for sharing your grandfather with us.
This is quietly stunning, told with such grace and clarity, it reads like something Borges might have written had he been born in Ghorband. A story rooted in one life but echoing across centuries, carrying the weight of language, memory, and quiet defiance. I loved every word. Thank you for writing it.
As I’ve heard from some residents of Ghorband, he had a significant impact on the lives of other residents of Ghorbandi Valley by helping to promote education and inspiring others to educate themselves.
Thank you for sharing such an inspiring story!❤️👌🏻 👏🏻
This is not just beautiful writing but written from the heart. Your grandfather was an incredible man and I hope that he too reaped some benefit from his many kindnesses