Remembrance

 

Ed-note: "Ubuntu: I am, because you are" ~Zulu phrase

In the space of three (3) decades, I've come to the understanding that more often than not, we all experience a good share of some horrendous moments in life. Times when the world around us appear to be rid of safety, all odds seem to be against us, and as though life in itself somewhat throws an unexpected wrench in our way.

For some, it could be that you're in the jeopardy of losing your career, freedom, or worst of all, you might even find out that your loved one is dying. Though terrifying, these occurrences bring us to the realization of how precious our limited time here on earth is. 

I have had my fair share of life; the one I won't forget too quickly was the event of the loss of my Dad. At the point when I received the uneasy news, I wanted to be strong for everyone, most especially my Mum. I however, couldn't help but imagine the void that my Dad's absence would certainly result in. 

Fastforward, 12-years after his demise and I can tell you that though the story hasn't been the same, my world equally hasn't been the same.

Events such as this has shaped my perspective about life, and has helped me to realize how important every second one has left is to living a fulfilled and purposeful life. 

More importantly, how everyone around us is equally as important as our individual self. None of us truly knows how much time we have got, hence, the more reason to follow peace with all men, let love, and let God.

... In the sweet memory of every beautiful soul who's left us.