Happy Birthday Daddy I can’t believe you’ve been gone for one month already. It feels just like yesterday when I gave you a peck on your cheek at the hospital while you slept like a baby, you smiled in your sleep and looked so handsome. I remember thinking to myself “My father is so fine”. The night before you departed this sinful world, you teased me about so many things. You scolded me about late night driving (very funny because I actually got this from you), we exchanged jokes, you said my butt was getting too big so I should go and marry, we all laughed and prayed after that. You made my mum and I lift you into a different position on the bed so you could be more comfortable. I never knew that was the last time I was going to hold your warm body. You made a statement after that “My Daughter is strong” I never knew this was the ‘Strong’ you were referring to o Baba Yemi!

Daddy, I miss you so much! I miss your jokes, I miss your stories, I miss your husky one in a million voice(oh I miss it so much), I miss your legendary snoring, I miss your smile and I even miss your scowl, I miss you everyday, everything reminds me of you. If bowls of tears could bring you back, I’m sure you’ll be by my side right now. I’m still in shock, I’ve not gotten over your demise, I’m still adapting to this unexpected change, I never imagined you not being here, I wasn’t prepared for life without you. I would always run to you and grumble whenever I got tired of adulting, you never got tired of my numerous complaints. Your first priority was to make sure I was okay. You gave me everything I needed, even when you had to go extra miles, you always made sure I was sorted.

Even when you were in pain Daddy, you were strong for me. You told me in the hospital  “Olayemi! Don’t be scared, I’m not going anywhere”. I know you didn’t want to leave us, but God loves you more and wanted you with him. I’m happy you are no longer in pain, You are finally resting Daddy. I know you are watching over me like you used to while you were on this earth.

I will always remember you as my handsome, funny, gentle and sarcastic Dad. I’m glad God chose you to be my father and I know you are proud of me. I carry a part of you with me always, because everytime I look in a mirror, I see you. Now, I’m grateful that God gave me your exact face. Oh! I’ve started wearing all your cool shirts, joggers and sneakers  (I know he’s smirking in heaven)

 “Cabrini, Yinkus, Yinkulu, Sengbe” These are the numerous nicknames of yours I just learnt of these past few weeks. Everyone misses you Dad! You were loved by many: Your Siblings, Cousins, Relatives and Friends, They love and miss you so much.

Today is your first post-humous birthday and I’m celebrating it on your behalf Papi. I’m going to celebrate your life and memories till we meet again to part no more.

Adeyinka Sonny ‘Aliu’ Adesoye
Omo Owa Omo Ekun
Omo aluwonwon goke
Omo mopo oju o leje omi toro loju usun Omo ilu meta aafin

Sun re o.

Rest In Peace My Father ❤️

I can't even fathom the right words to say. I will only remember our moments together..... The nice ones, most especially. I remember wanting to be a great footballer like you. You skills and touches were like Maradona's own.... Plus the boastings too. 

I remember my 10th bday where you had to go pick all my cousins and myself from Ibadan for the party in Lagos. Unforgettable road trip.... So many memories.....

And then, your final phone call to me a few days before you passed. I wish we had spoken more.......but God knows best. 

Rest in peace dear Uncle Yinka Sonny (very cool middle name) Adesoye.
Ba mi ki Omoladun Arike (Iya mi ọwọn). Tell her we are good........ Sun re o.