Please

I want to live a happy life. I want to be in love. I want to be Mrs. Dieng. I want to take care of my family. I want you to be the man of the house. I want you and Isaiah to get along and even be friends. He doesn't need a father - he already has one, but I want you to help him be a better boy, and give him an example of what it means to be a good man. I want him to show you that he can listen and learn. I want to learn more about your culture. I want to speak to you in your tongue. I want to take care of you when you're old and grey, as you take care of me. I want you to trust that me and Isaiah respect you. I want peace. I want you to love me and feel comfortable enough to tell me. I want to live a happy life.

I know what I want, and I'm willing to be patient, but I need you to be patient too. Please.