For the sake of shelter during winter we had to sell half of our supplies
Sacrifices we had made and inconveniences endured to ensure we will witness summer
The maester have foretold that this will winter will be the longest in living history
With shorter days and longer nights a constant feature of our reality
We have to do this to ensure we survive and preserve our lives during this unpleasant weather
I’m apologizing in advance to you my child for you will have to share mattress with your siblings
I know how much you enjoy your own company but I hope the promise of better days can help you bear the burdens of unwanted company
Dear child, I’m promising you that no matter what happens, winter’s cold winds won’t end a promising future for you.