My thoughts, inspirational articles and poetry
Spring is naturally associated with the beginning of the birth of something new, a fresh perspective as seen from the waking up of trees and the blossoming of flowers.The days become longer as the nights shorten In Isizulu we call September, Mandulo. The Season Of Ausar In the Southern Hemisphere, this season begins on the …
I was very young when I first heard the name Nomkhubulwane, it felt like a whisper and in my innocent mind I imagined a beautiful bird, one I’d never seen before.This name followed me throughout my childhood, however, not much was said about her yet in times of difficulties her name was mentioned and sometimes …
In simple terms, an end refers to completion, the conclusion or finishing off something.When planning a project or product we’re often excited to see how it would end because this is seen as an accomplishment yet an end can also be a traumatic experience since we invest so much of our time and energy trying …
Here’s to a new beginning the start of a new cycle. The divine chance for you to do what your heart truly desires, a chance to manifest your dreams and also the time to start over.This is a chance to let go of your past failures, mistakes and fears and focus on doing your best …
To the girl lost in words, speak for your silence will eventually choke you.When their eyes pierce your soul let the ink flow and drip on paper, violently scratch and scribble until you find your rhythm. Let it scratch the pain away, just like tears let it smooth your heart before you break apart. Sometimes …
Image credit: sheep. Poetry has always been a huge part of our culture and heritage it has its roots deeply entangled in our indigenous languages, it’s an art form that has wooed ladies, made men’s hearts melt and also tackled heavy social issues., however, it’s one of the most underrated financially and socially. Poetry …
Image credit: Raphael Lovaski I am blessed to be black, I’m the shades of the soil and in my womb, I gave birth to humanity so without me there’s no light. My resilience hasn’t faded with time and my songs have been chanted by nations. I’m the descendant of righteousness, my crown is majestic and …
Image credit: Mishal Ibrahim Maybe if you had met me before my heart witnessed the turmoil and torture of men, you could see the love in its divine. My heart has forgiven only to be destroyed by another Perhaps it’s my kindle heart that finds spark even in the darkness just hoping to not be …
7years of slavery detained by madness, suffocated by a dream that never sees the light of day. Haunted by the green-eyed monster for those who’ve emancipated and spread their wings beyond my horizon. Vultures wait patiently for my weak body to crumble and collapse while feasting on my decaying ambitions. Small spaces, dusty concrete no …
Life is beautiful when you’re filled with gratitude, it’s magical when you’re content and true to who you were meant to be. When you live in the presence you get to enjoy the moment or learn the lesson life is teaching you. When you’re a grounding flavour you begin to appreciate the beauty and blessing …