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My Malu
This Spirit, did not examine bloodlines, or add up years spent, nor tally words learnt. This identity, called like a lover, impossible to resist. It stood at the door and knocked. It asked only of the heart, and waited for just one word. And with my Yes, came freedom. Unexpected. Arresting. Because I have listenedContinue reading “My Malu”
Varieties of Joy
Fleeting Joy This kind of joy needs to be recognised and grabbed hold of as soon as it appears. It is easy to ignore and might only last a split second, but if it can be captured, it has the very real possibility of turning into a Joy Surge (or in some instances Permanent Joy).Continue reading “Varieties of Joy”
Varieties of Fear
Fleeting Fear. The kind that rushes in and out with equal speed and disregard for the immediate undoing of all peace and relaxation. This kind of Fear is childish in its approach but fortunately does not last for very long. Best handled by completely ignoring it and reminding yourself that it won’t last long. StubbornContinue reading “Varieties of Fear”
Hearing God’s Voice
God’s voice in the garden rises still She who has ears to hear, let him hear God’s voice in the garden, mingled with birdsong and dew God’s voice in the night breeze, full of familiar smells God’s voice in the echo of tragedy, in the hope of dawn God’s voice in the garden rises stillContinue reading “Hearing God’s Voice”
You can have your Truth
You cling to truth wrapped tight. It covers your eyes, squeezes your breath. Your truth a bunker, no light to dance or welcome. You can have your truth. And I my own. With its stories told so detailed I believe them all. But there is only one. One truth. I know. Its author is theContinue reading “You can have your Truth”
Tessa Apa 