Whether it's sleeping on 5 pillows on the floor of AUH's BMT Unit, or lying next to Zee at the Royal Marsden Children's Ward; whether it's eating sandwiches when u r diabetic and it's the worst thing for him or sneaking out early in the morning for a coffee and a smoke; whether it's putting on the bravest, most supportive face for me or the funniest, most loving one for Zee, you cannot help but admire the unknown soldier, Wiss.A man of very few words, he has put his life on the side to help me (and now Zee) get through the toughest periods of our lives. He's forgotten about his passion, his painting, and only sketches from time to time to keep his hands working. He's deleted the 'ever-so-precious' afternoon nap, the quiet few hours in his room in the morning, the 'time-out' he slips away to just to be there for us. I don't think I've ever known anyone become so selfless, so unselfish, so devoted to anyone as much before. And I'm not just saying that cuz he's my husband (Lord knows I wouldn't have been able to do so much had I been in his shoes, God forbid!)
So, for those who have mentioned 'The Forgotten Soldier" in their comments earlier, thank you from Wiss and me. And for those who don't know Wiss, or are still 'discovering' him (as I am still), well guys, we have a gem on our hands.
Allah ykhalleek fo2 rasna habibi, and God give you strength to carry on this journey till the near and happy end, inshallah.
Love you,
H
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oh, my word! i am melting in a puddle of tears - you guys are just too much, too adorable, too unique...
it's true he's always been a man of few words, but actions speak louder than words and he is a hero in my book. For this and for sooooo many other things - yes, you do have a gem, sweetie pie, and you are a gem too.
Your love for each other is a treasure
ok - i'll have to come back when i can make more sense - you know you're always on my mind and in my heart
mart-khalo la wissam
well Wissam I am certainly looking forward to meeting you one day!! After that amazing intro by Hala - Yella soon when all is done and you are both fully recovered you HAVE to come to amman so we can all meet up!!! And Hala my dear I am sure you would have done the same!! Amazing people like you find each other for a reason! He hee Like Rima I dont think I ma making much sense!! Lovely entry and Wissam keep strong cause I am sure most of the strength and healing energy is coming from your amazing support! Allah Yihmakum all.
A special kiss to Zee this morning!
Great photos!!!
Tammy
Dear Angels,
I used to start my letter with dear angles indicating you & Zee and now I have to mention your beloved husband too.
Dear Unknown Soldier, Allah ykhallik fo2 rason and May God give you all the strength, faith and lot of love.
This devoted husband deserves precious words from all of us who are trying to support and cherish you girls and he needs also support, so God Bless you Wiss and Allah yehmik.
Dear Hala, you are adorable and full of love.
It is so touching reading your words and feeling your love to your family and this is a great proof of your faith.
We care for you three angels...
Your sister in humanity...
Rania
'm speechless again. You guys are beautiful. Miss you and can't wait for that nice little celebration dinner.
Salaaaam!
wow.. beautifully said... again!! you have got all the ingredients to make it through this rough journey.. the pictures are just beautiful, allah yakhaleekon lab3ed and keep you strong as you are now.. keep walking Hala, we are right behind you.. all my love, Zena
Habibti Haloul,
Great entry .. one of my favorite. Wissam is always on our minds and in our prayers. We thank god for him everyday, we know he is your rock. You know in Amman he is our favorite guy, I believe he actually won best husband award over here :)
God keep him safe and bless him, he is our HERO. Inshallah together you will make it thru this tough journey. Keep the faith and keep walking .. you are almost there.
Love you all,
Dina.
Bass balash forgotten soldier !!!!..Wiss is habeeb el alb he is sooo remembered all the time...and we always include him in our prayers to god to give him strength and yekhalleeh fo2 rasskom you are a very special and unique family and am sure this ordeal is only making you stronger and stronger...keep on walking shoulders up high cause ALL is coming to an end inshallah sooner than you think. Kisses to zee and Wiss and you my darling
love you all
Wiss we know you, we love you, you are all very beautiful, keep fueling that love and support and we will see you here very soon, we are all with you...
Lyne and the boys
Hey Halloul, as usual u know what to say and when to say it...
Amazing husband and friend u have and am sure u would have done the same..
Candles are still burning and we wait for u back in Beirut Inshallah
Big hugs to you ALL...
We having a saying round here 'Still waters run deep'. I have always liked men of few words.
Allah Ykhallikon la ba3ed w ykhallik ya wissam fo2 rasson may God keep you together united bound by this true love.....
I am have been a silent reader for a while hala because i havent been able to find the words to tell you how i feel... anything i say is not enough and now as i see these beautiful pictures you give us all hope when you are the one who needs encouragement...strange....
Waiting for your healthy and safe return... I need my brownies :)
NB: HAIL :)
No dear, we have felt this mysterious power in you, your incredible strength but we didn’t recognize the source! So thanks to the brave soldier… Thank you wissam. It’s nice to discover more about you. We do appreciate all what you have done and still do. You are “absolutely” great man. And you deserve all the blessings hala. Hand in hand keep walking… A happy end is waiting for you inshalla.
Hey, zeena you are adorable girl habibti, keep smiling sunshine
h;
From day 1 Hala I took my hat off to wissam for the courage, calm and support he has shown
And he proved his strengh again with Zee
You are a very, very,lucky group of ladies in that Beydoun household
soulmates forever
enjoy each other and yr children
you 3 look great !!!!!!!!!!!!
keep smiling - this whole ordeal is almost over
Taale3 la Khalou LOL. Wissam you are the best hands down. I love you all.
So now we know why Wiss took all those naps?!! He must have been preparing for this!! Am sure he misses his hybernation. Wish you some happy naps again soon Wiss. Hail Hail. Cheers to this GREAT man. Bottoms up. f
Hala,Alah ykhaleelik ye and keep you together forever as a happy and health family. We pray for all of you to keep you safe and happy and get you out of this ordeal as fast as possible.
love too much
reem
We admired the unknown soldier from the beginning! maybe he doesn't like the footlights whereby I would better call him the "deus ex machina" always present and able to solve any situation.
You never dedicated him a post but you always shown how much you appreciate what he is doing for both and your smiles in the pictures with him are more eloquent than any words.
He really deserves all your lovely words, he is a special person like you and your product, the lovely Zee can't be but better.
Con affetto
Cristina
We virtual friends have been wondering all along how Wissam has held it together through all this terrible time.
What torture for him and how he has been there, cheering and supporting and (dare I say) tidying up - he has accepted his role as rock and bystander, while he must have felt unbearable helplessness, grief, anger and fear.
I hope he will soon be able to go back to sleeping and creeping away to be himself without fear of what may happen when he isn't on watch. May the happy healthy times come very soon.
I am definetly a fan even though I haven't had the priveledge to meet your soldier!!
Hey ALL blog readers and their friends and their friends too...
SUN FEB 3rd 2008
LIGHT A CANDLE FOR HOPE 2...
BURN 'EM CANDLES
and keep the Love, Faith and Hope flowing...
Zee and Hala (and Wissam too ;-)...for you and for everyone who loves u...we are here for you now and forever...
LOVE U LOADS
Hail Soldier! Bless you Wiss for all you have endured for your loving family. God has given you a challenge and you have all risen to it. God bless you each and every member of the Beydoun family. All have been through a lot, even the ones left behind in Beirut have a lot to bear. But it is almost over and soon, inshalla, God will bless you and send you home again. I'll be lighting a candle for you tomorrow. Bless you all.
Abu''ll Wiss:Our vigilant silent soldier!
I was always looking out for your pictures, info about you and how you are faring. Thankfully Hala , the amazing person she is, filled us in on the news. You are a soldiere, keeping a vigilant watch over our precious girls. And for that we thank thee so much. What you probably need is someone to watch over you! Ya3teek el afieh!
Yaani, we miss you guys so much, and can't wait to see you all here safe and sound.
Keep up operation rescue, soldier and keep drawing and sketching it'll help you keep you strong.
Love,
Lina G.
A big SALUTE to the soldier,
the husband and father,
the person,
in that order!
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