Brother Takes Little Sister to 1st Daddy-Daughter Dance after Father Disappears from Her Life
Family is essential and provides a structure of love and support that everyone needs. When one little girl's father disappointed her, someone else stepped up to fill the role when she needed it most.
What would you do for the sake of a beloved family member? Many people would go to the ends of the earth to make their loved ones happy, but sadly that's not the case for everyone.
Often, children experience heartache when the ones intended to protect them, their moms and dads, don't deliver on expectations. A girl thought she wouldn't be able to attend her school's father-daughter dance. Luckily, she had someone looking out for her.
Mohammad Hasher's sister, Noor. | Source: facebook.com/BuzzFeedVideo
THE FAMILY'S HARDSHIPS
Mohammad Hasher, from Michigan, USA, and his little sister, Noor, experienced tough times after their parents divorced. Their mom, Sadia Karamat, saw the separation's devastating impact on her family.
Not only did they struggle emotionally, but their family faced homelessness and had to move states. Life wasn't easy, but they were glad to have one another. Hasher said:
"It has all been very hard on us, but we are thankful for how close it has brought us to each other."
THEY WERE ABANDONED
Karamat stated that she hadn't heard from the kids' dad since the divorce. He was no longer in contact with his family due to legal reasons. Hasher added: "We were sort of abandoned."
Despite the absence of their father, Hasher made a special vow to his sister.
His little sister didn't speak about their father or the separation, but it affected her. Hasher revealed that Noor started having issues behaviorally and academically. Losing contact with their dad was heartbreaking, but Hasher said there was a silver lining.
The emotional ordeal brought him closer to his sister. He expressed: "We have to depend on each other ... I don't have a dad either, but I'm older and wiser, and I stepped in because [Noor] needs someone to take care of her."
SOMETHING WAS BOTHERING HIS SISTER
In 2017, Hasher saw his sister sitting on the couch in her pajamas. He immediately realized something was wrong, and her outfit also told a story — pulled over her nighttime attire was a sparkly black dress.
The older brother also noticed Noor was sad and looking to the ground. He explained:
"I said, 'Noor, what in the world are you doing?' She told me about the [father-daughter] dance and said, 'I can't go, but I still wanted to dress up.'"
Mohammad Hasher's sister, Noor. | Source: facebook.com/BuzzFeedVideo
HE STEPPED UP
Hasher was devastated that his sibling couldn't go to the school dance. He wanted to give her a chance to experience the fun with her friends, so he offered to take her to the event, stepping into the role of her absent father.
Hasher noted that it was a decision he didn't need to think about. He instantly knew he wanted to be there for his sister. He said:
"I took her because I didn't want her to be the one to go to school that Monday and have to tell her teacher she wasn't able to go because she doesn't have a dad."
Mohammad Hasher's sister, Noor. | Source: facebook.com/BuzzFeedVideo
HE MADE HIS SISTER A PROMISE
Noor's face lit up, and she was beaming with excitement. It was an honor for Hasher to attend the dance with his sister, and he was happy to have provided some joy in his sibling's life.
The brother also stated: "As a family, we have been going through a lot, so she deserves to enjoy herself." He believed Noor should have a carefree childhood filled with laughter and fun, so that's what he promised to give her.
Despite the absence of their father, Hasher made a special vow to his sister. He said:
"I'll always be there for you "
THE DANCE IMPACTED THE YOUNG MAN
The siblings danced the night away, ate lots of candy, and made memories that would last a lifetime. Hasher was even voted the "best dad" at the event and learned a valuable lesson. He expressed:
"To me [the dance] meant so much. It sort of gave me a wake-up call on how important it is to be there for her."
Karamat was incredibly proud of her son and called him "a good big brother." Hasher's actions also touched netizens, and a tweet he shared quickly went viral.
THEY TOUCHED HEARTS WORLDWIDE
In the tweet, Hasher told users about their abandonment. He revealed they had no father figure, so he selflessly filled the gap for his sister. The gesture made many people emotional. One commenter wrote:
"Oh my goodness. This is so beautiful. In a world of selfish people, its nice to know that there are a few amazing souls like you."
Another added: "Thank you so much for doing this. As a girl who had brothers step up and do the same, I know you have saved her world." Hasher proved that leaning on our loved ones in times of despair can be uplifting.
The little girl was lucky to have a caring and loving big brother. He acted as a father figure and gave her the attention she deserved. His selflessness made her day and showed that love is all people need, regardless of who it comes from.
What do you think about their dad's actions? Please share this story with people so the noble young man can get the praise he deserves.
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