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Dad in heaven Though you cannot see him with your eyes, Your father still walks by your side, For though he's gone, he's not forgotten, His spirit in your heart abides. He lives on in memories you hold, In stories told of days gone by, And though he's left this mortal plane, His love for you will never die. His laughter echoes in your mind, His smile still warms your heart, And though he's left this earthly realm, You know you'll never be apart. He watches over you from above, His love a guiding light, And though he's no longer by your side, He's with you every day and night. So take comfort in the memories you have, And the love that still remains, For though he's gone, he's not forgotten, And your bond forever sustains.

 In the land of the Southern Cross, Where the savannah meets the sea, Lies a land of vibrant colours, A place called South Africa, free. The sun rises in golden hues, And sets in a fiery blaze, Painting the sky with a myriad of colours, A stunning sight to amaze. The mountains rise in jagged peaks, The valleys lie in verdant green, The wildlife roams in vast herds, The wilderness is the place to be seen. From Cape Town to Johannesburg, Durban to Port Elizabeth, The cities pulse with life and rhythm, A melting pot of cultures that never miss. In the townships and rural lands, The people sing and dance, Their voices rising in harmony, Celebrating their African heritage, a chance. South Africa is a land of contrasts, Of hope and despair, light and shade, But through it all, the spirit endures, A nation that cannot be swayed. So come and visit, and you'll see, The beauty of this land, The warmth of its people, the richness of its culture, And the freedom that makes it grand.

I am grateful for each day, and every moment in sight. I am thankful for the challenges that have made me grow. They have taught me to be strong, and to always take it slow. I am thankful for the beauty that surrounds us every day. The sun, the stars, and moon, the colors of the sky so gay. I am thankful for the little things that bring us joy and peace. The warm embrace of someone dear, the melody of a bird's tweet. I am thankful for this life, that is full of love and grace. For all the blessings that we have, and the opportunities that await. So here's to all that we're thankful for, and all that we will be. May our hearts always be filled, with gratitude, love and glee.

Ode to the Slaughtered Children of SA Oh innocent and pure, the children of our land, A life ahead of them, but now they cannot stand. A boogeyman roams, his intentions cruel and vile, Abduction and slaughter, his plan all the while. How can a human being, do such a horrific deed? A child so small and fragile, with life yet to lead. It tears at our hearts and leaves us feeling low, The news of each loss, just continues to grow. We pray for protection and hold our children tight, May the wicked be brought to justice, may their actions take flight. Rest in peace, little angels, may your souls be free, And may your memory live on, for all the world to see. We will not let their deaths be in vain, We will stand strong, we will fight again. We will not let the boogeyman win, Our children will be safe, from dusk till dawn, within. So let us hold hands, and stand together as one, For the children of South Africa, until justice is done. For their lives were too short, but their memory will liv...

She whispers secrets of the past, Of lands that have risen and then have passed. Of creatures that roamed and lived with grace, And left their mark upon this place. She speaks of oceans and skies so blue, Of mountains tall and valleys too. Of sunsets that paint the sky so bright, And stars that twinkle through the night. She tells of winds that blow so strong, Of thunderstorms that rage on and on. Of earthquakes and tornadoes so wild, That leave their mark, but always mild. She whispers of the beauty and the pain, Of life that grows and love that remains. Of hope and happiness and joy so real, That always shines, no matter how you feel. So listen closely to what Mother Earth says, Take care of her in all of your ways. And cherish all her secrets, so great, And never forget, she is our fate.

 

 Ode to the Covid of 2020 No quicker have we fallen No quicker have we feared No quicker has the entire world been shut down in a year. So many shops were shut down and slip slops weren't allowed So many things ridiculous caused us many frowns. So many times they lied to you and you and you So many things were denied, also to me too. I couldn't smoke couldn't drink couldn't even give a hug All because there is some invincible bug. The bug was so terrifying it almost got my Sis. I thank God every day as he chose to give her a miss. Left my Mum and Son alone, took away my taste and smell.  This bug has definitely escaped from the depths of hell. Many lives were lost, as we all know someone was taken. Injection 1 & 2 now 3, something seems to be faking. Science has developed in ways I do not know, but I'm not just gonna take it again again,  for a new variant they think they know. F5678... F_ _ K Covid. I have a mind a choice a right. I do not want to lose this fig...