The Weight of Casual Words
“That’s where we are all going… life is short.” It stops me. It triggers something deep within me. Not because it isn’t true but because of how carelessly it is said.There are moments when words that are meant to make…
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His Words Shall Live On.
Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o, the legendary Kenyan writer, intellectual and fearless critic of injustice, passed away on May 28, 2025. His death marks the end of an era, a literary giant whose pen pierced through colonialism, classism and corruption. But though…
Preacher Talking Directly to Thee.
In the hustle and heaviness of life, sometimes God sends a word that cuts through the noise and straight to our spirit. This Sunday, two verses stood out for me and spoke straight to my heart. Luke 10:19 (ERV)“He is…
When Gratitude Hurts!
There are words we say casually which are meant to be words of gratitude like “Thank God I’m alive” that carry weight we don’t always realize. For someone living through grief, these same words can sting deeply. Imagine hearing that…
A Cup of Gratitude.
There’s something deeply comforting about a cup of tea made by a mother poured from a flask, warm in your hands and filled with love. On this chilly evening, it’s all you need. But beyond the comfort lies a story…
When It’s You on the List!
There comes a time in life when you are faced with the harsh reality of illness. When your own or that of someone you love dearly. The kind of illness that doesn’t just shake your heart but rattles your finances…
The Relatives Who Never Call but Say “You are Lost!”
There’s something deeply beautiful about relatives who genuinely stay in touch! The ones who call out of the blue just to check on you. They ask how you are doing, how your spouse is managing, whether the children recovered from…
I Met a Big Dog and Didn’t Even Know!
Members! Let me tell you what happened today!So I met a celebrity… and guess what? I had no idea she was the one! I was in the presence of a very, very powerful woman. But I was just there chilling,…
Growing Beauty in Black Kavera
In my backyard garden beauty grows not in fancy pots but in black kavera. These simple plastic bags often seen as waste are my garden’s foundation. I fill them with soil, seeds and love where they bloom herbs, flowers and…
Born, Becoming and Beloved Mothers!
Today, we celebrate the full picture of motherhood. Those who birthed us, raised us, loved us and still do. To those who have biological children, thank you for the gift of life and love.To those who have not yet held…