The world is awash in grief and sorrow over the death of Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela. I had the opportunity to go to his home in Houghton, Johannesburg along with other mourners. There was a lot of media coverage and people from all walks of life, even from all parts of the world. While there is a general […]
An ode to old friends
Old friends The ray of lightSlicing through the gloomOf a thick fog Old friendsBringing back memoriesOf times gone byOf laughter sharedOf no tears spared Days, weeks, month, yearsCannot dull the connectionPut out the fireOr hide the joy The separationTime, space, distanceLife’s trials and tribulationsResponsibilities that we all undertake Whatsapp, Skype, FacebookEmail and text messagesOur weapons […]