The women before me. My mom and sister. My world’s best duo. My comfort and home. My pamper spots and rocking chair. My joy, my pride. My mentors, my tutors. We’ve quarreled bitterly Walked on eggshells like contending housemates do. Allowed our harsh words tear and hurt each other. Tongue-lashed ourselves, allowing bitter quarrels and malice to govern; but wisdom, love, and forgiveness have found their course over the years. As I grow in age, the impact of quarrels on…
“Man for the sake of getting a living forgets to live” – Margaret Fuller Are you worried? Last weekend, I woke up with a heavy heart. I was berserk with worry, and I was helpless trying to stop this marauding beast from taking my joy. As my mind circled over the several issues, I convinced my rational mind that crying would be my best outlet. My eyes love…
December is probably the most anticipated month of the year for me because it heralds my favourite holiday, CHRISTMAS – a celebration I was born to love, enjoy and observe like a hallowed tradition. One that unites families, tightens bonds, increases affections, and is often capped with that feeling of needed rest after 12 months of work, school, or service. Christmas 2018 was a memorable one, I hopped from one event to another eagerly taking in the twinkling lights and…
Three weeks ago, I took my kids to the amusement park to commemorate the children’s day celebration. It was fun filled, exciting and memorable. We were accompanied by another family who caught on the desire to give the kids a memorable children’s day present; so we had a handful of children whose delightful squeals ignited the air with contagious excitement. As soon as we arrived the park, the children ran into the sprawling arena with its welcoming sights. It was…
