31 January 2013
Let Freedom Rein
[Black Thought]
We were carried here in shackles from the homelands
? chop, chain locked, brain washed, programmed
Time's change, freedom reigns, I'm a grown man
Holding the future in the palms of my own hands
In this World, the coonery and tomfoolery
All I'm trying to do is stay true to my community
The daily news aint the only thing that's schooling me
Watching these haters operating with impunity
This journey dollar signs, black and white collar crimes
Running out of time, out of sight, out of mind
It gets realer and it's real in Palestine
Troubles of the World start to seem intertwined
War criminals, conflict minerals, pillagers are coming home
And five star generals telling lies in press conferences and interviews
I'm trying to take back the power cause it's been abused
Motsepe Foundation
Apart from all the rumours that flocked my mind as soon as I heard that Patrice has donated or is planing on donation half of his fortune to charity, I have found comfort in his acts.
At first, I questioned why he would donate so much money and to a charity? What charity was this? And why does it need over 12 billion in Rands to be a success? I had a mental political struggle in my head.
But now I am awoken by a pleasant perspective, imagining how much of a difference 12 billion can make in the lives of the South African Youth, on condition that it is spent well and no scandalous "missing funds" Front Page news bulletins striking us ever third morning.
I am very happy that Patrice and his wife Precious, have decided to grant such a gift to the Country, Also nje, what was he gonna do with 22 billion rand nje in general? What more can you buy when you have acquired all that money can buy? I mean, all these rich people? What are they doing with their money, from the top of my head, without hectic thought, I think, to run a Motsepe house hold, shouldn't cost more than 30 Thousand a month, And honestly, R30 000 a month is someones salary and they have to run a household with that until they have accumulated more.
A good friend of mine once said, money? never an issue, its always out there, you just need to apply yourself in such a way that you make sure you get it. So my question is, what went wrong? Why isn't moving to eradicate poverty lines, unemployment and lack of skills required to sustain individuals in South Africa?
Some underlying factor that prevails is the reason to why the nation isn't improving.
But not to spoil the moment, I'd like to thank Mr & Mrs Motsepe and congratulate them on their act of kindness.
At first, I questioned why he would donate so much money and to a charity? What charity was this? And why does it need over 12 billion in Rands to be a success? I had a mental political struggle in my head.
But now I am awoken by a pleasant perspective, imagining how much of a difference 12 billion can make in the lives of the South African Youth, on condition that it is spent well and no scandalous "missing funds" Front Page news bulletins striking us ever third morning.
I am very happy that Patrice and his wife Precious, have decided to grant such a gift to the Country, Also nje, what was he gonna do with 22 billion rand nje in general? What more can you buy when you have acquired all that money can buy? I mean, all these rich people? What are they doing with their money, from the top of my head, without hectic thought, I think, to run a Motsepe house hold, shouldn't cost more than 30 Thousand a month, And honestly, R30 000 a month is someones salary and they have to run a household with that until they have accumulated more.
A good friend of mine once said, money? never an issue, its always out there, you just need to apply yourself in such a way that you make sure you get it. So my question is, what went wrong? Why isn't moving to eradicate poverty lines, unemployment and lack of skills required to sustain individuals in South Africa?
Some underlying factor that prevails is the reason to why the nation isn't improving.
But not to spoil the moment, I'd like to thank Mr & Mrs Motsepe and congratulate them on their act of kindness.
30 January 2013
Mane (My Menina)
My growing love and affection for this boy....
I still find Mane a bit of a tough case, strangely formed, God's Wild'out project (creation).
Crazy, compassionate and loving, with his roughed up edges and sweet but hateful self... I think I've manage to soften him up.
I worry a lot about how different we are in lifestyle and how similar we are in personality, but still remain very different... Well... Outside all of that, this is just a post to appreciate my Menina.
29 January 2013
A Dull Memory
I've come a long way...
Life wasn't always like this. May tears I cried, not knowing what the future had in store for me, but still, I never stopped dreaming bright, big and exciting. I always saw the future as my sweet escape.
My mother sacrificed a lot for me and my siblings and throughout my life, I realised that I would have wasted her efforts taking the mediocre route in life.
She put me through school, with only her "rights" as an educated, know the rights of the students. Leaving her in piles of debt, I never looked back after graduating, just to take a moment and thank her for her efforts, I'd thank her every chance I got, every moment I was afforded, I'd thank her for being both a mother and a father to me.
Through my frustrations, I'd turn into a monster blowing fire on everyone I saw, but she was patient with me, wanting to make sure any failure in my life was my fault.
She raised me well... She raised me like a King, preparing me for a dry, lonely, successful, powerful, controlled life, I just had to choose which part i could leave out.
From the pain of waking up and passing out to an empty fridge or going to school with no lunch, watching other "friends" have their meals. Life wasn't always awesome, nothing seemed to have a happy ending about it, but I was determined to do great things, excel in all that I did and be the best in everything I had envisioned.
Now, many years down the line, I look back with a melancholic smile, remembering the paths we traveled as a family and the great we have overcome...
Life wasn't always like this. May tears I cried, not knowing what the future had in store for me, but still, I never stopped dreaming bright, big and exciting. I always saw the future as my sweet escape.
My mother sacrificed a lot for me and my siblings and throughout my life, I realised that I would have wasted her efforts taking the mediocre route in life.
She put me through school, with only her "rights" as an educated, know the rights of the students. Leaving her in piles of debt, I never looked back after graduating, just to take a moment and thank her for her efforts, I'd thank her every chance I got, every moment I was afforded, I'd thank her for being both a mother and a father to me.
Through my frustrations, I'd turn into a monster blowing fire on everyone I saw, but she was patient with me, wanting to make sure any failure in my life was my fault.
She raised me well... She raised me like a King, preparing me for a dry, lonely, successful, powerful, controlled life, I just had to choose which part i could leave out.
From the pain of waking up and passing out to an empty fridge or going to school with no lunch, watching other "friends" have their meals. Life wasn't always awesome, nothing seemed to have a happy ending about it, but I was determined to do great things, excel in all that I did and be the best in everything I had envisioned.
Now, many years down the line, I look back with a melancholic smile, remembering the paths we traveled as a family and the great we have overcome...
The power of a positive mind...
Springs Girls' High School Prayer
O Lord, God of Truth, whom to
know is everlasting life and to
serve is perfect freedom, grant
that we may draw near to Thee in
thought, word and deed.
Inspire us with the love of Thy
creatures and Thy laws so that
with patience and understanding,
by honest and earnest labour, we
may seek after knowledge as a
blessing that cometh from Thee.
Whether it be our part to teach or
to learn, to rule or obey, make us
feel Thy presence in our several
duties, filling us with reverence for
the beauty and wonder of Thy
universe, and pouring on us a
spirit of justice, gentleness and
mutual goodwill.
Thus, by Thy grace, may we so
use this house of learning, that
we may prepare our powers of
body, mind and spirit to advance
the good of man and the glory of
God.Amen
http://www.springsgirls.co.za/PDF/SchoolPrayer.pdf
know is everlasting life and to
serve is perfect freedom, grant
that we may draw near to Thee in
thought, word and deed.
Inspire us with the love of Thy
creatures and Thy laws so that
with patience and understanding,
by honest and earnest labour, we
may seek after knowledge as a
blessing that cometh from Thee.
Whether it be our part to teach or
to learn, to rule or obey, make us
feel Thy presence in our several
duties, filling us with reverence for
the beauty and wonder of Thy
universe, and pouring on us a
spirit of justice, gentleness and
mutual goodwill.
Thus, by Thy grace, may we so
use this house of learning, that
we may prepare our powers of
body, mind and spirit to advance
the good of man and the glory of
God.Amen
http://www.springsgirls.co.za/PDF/SchoolPrayer.pdf
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