dear husband.

The text reflects on a complex and evolving relationship marked by love, cultural identity, and resilience over eight years. It describes key moments such as a summer romance, a wedding during the COVID-19 pandemic on Yugambeh country, and the birth of a daughter named Ngugiyan. The narrative intertwines natural imagery and seasonal changes with themes of decolonial love and survival, questioning the endurance of Black love through hardship. The story emphasizes connection to place, memory, and renewal within the couple’s shared journey.