This is the moving story of a passionate and inspirational young man whose life was full of all imaginable forms of heartache and pain and yet he still managed to embroider a rich tapestry of melody and humour into it. His emotional intelligence skills played an important part in dealing with his burdens and his determination came from inner strength as he would constantly remind himself of the sacrifices his grandparents had made so that the world could be a better place for all. This was the debt he owed to his forefathers who ensured that their spirits would live on, manifested in everything they lived, worked and died for. Hatred he received did not dampen his spirit, as he knew that hatred, if not addressed, would last for decades. That's why he was trying to be on good terms with all people. He was always aware that in good times friends know you and in bad times you know them. These are the times we live in.
Did you ever have to laugh when you feel like crying? Have you ever had to live when you feel like dying or have you ever have to go when you felt like staying? Who feels it knows it.
About the Author
OC Shemica was born and raised in Buxton in North West Province. He studied at Lekwene Primary, Batlaping High, Taung College of Education and Port Elizabeth University. He presently resides in Pudimoe. He works at Moretele-Ntswanahatshe village at Jerrry Mahura Secondary School.