Today marks the 12th death anniversary of my dear friend Choudary Sallahuddin, who passed away on February 5, 2013, at the age of 49. He was born on September 28, 1964, and left behind memories that will always stay in our hearts.
Sallahuddin was more than just a friend; he was a true party man, always bringing people together and creating unity among friends. I first met him in 1984, and we shared many unforgettable moments. We were roommates in an apartment on Ocean Parkway, Brooklyn, where five of us lived together with just one bathroom! It was always a struggle—one friend sitting on the toilet while another took a shower. Oh my God, what a time!
As we got ready, we listened to music by Madonna, Lionel Richie, Cindy, and others. After that, we would take the F train to work in Manhattan, doing odd jobs to make a living. Life wasn’t easy, but we were always happy.
Friday and Saturday nights were our party nights. Sometimes we went out to Manhattan for a night of dancing and fun. It was a time filled with laughter, music, and friendship.
I also want to remember all the friends who were part of those golden days:
Naeem Vijay, Mirza Bilal Baig, Rizwan Yasdani, Mansoor, Rana Hummyow, Rana Saeed, Malik Jameel, Mohsin Zaheer, Sameer, Qadeer, Jamil, Zubair, and Pakistani Trump—and so many others.
Sallahuddin, you are missed, but your spirit lives on in our hearts. Rest in peace, my friend.
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