17/10/2021
It's a thankful Sunday!
Born and raised in Mathare 4A was such a wonderful foundation.
I experienced joy in the simplest form.
I learnt to be happy no matter what, and I carried that attitude even when I grew up.
This photo was taken a day after my mum was admitted to hospital. These are my two cousins and aunty.
With years, I have had to take her through all the hard times, even though most of the time I am always in denial.
Even when I slept hungry I knew, not to project, I know not to tell her that I have nothing.
And even when her son, my brother experiences the worst trauma of his life, I am there to remind him I love him, and he knows that.
I have the confidence to fight for what I want in life and no one can understand how much mental and physical struggle it takes to have stability in the midst of chaos.Some people mostly interpret it as Ego and Pride.
All those years, I had people who want to use me, okay some did.People who would remind me that I cant make it, or I am nothing without them.....
I thank God for the ones who believed in me and my ambitions.
I thank the stars, that I took the time to love and forgive the ones who abandoned me.The few I trusted with my vulnerability.
I thank God for every bit of strength that he gave me, even when I felt worthless.
I went for what I wanted,
I never told people I was sleeping hungry, or i was trying to shelter and feed two more people....and even when the slightest doors opened, I never presented my situation in order to get any opportunities, I let my skills and experiences speak for me!
For anyone going through any hardship, remember, you are not alone...Things may not seem great but....your mind is your weapon, use it wisely!
You can achieve anything you set your mind to.
Dont be afraid of failure, it's the only true measure of success!
Last tip, stop giving a caring too much about what people think of you avoid negative mindsets! Some of these are not happy for you!
I am thankful everyday and I thank God for always answering my prayer🙏
