Late Father Quotes

“REMEMBERING THE WORDS OF MY LATE FATHER

The time is 03.16 am the UK time and I have been thinking of you lately, nyana kaBhixa, Mngwevu, Tshangisa, Zulu, Skhomo, Mhlatyana, Rudulu. I listen and hear nothing but the echoes of your words of wisdom and encouragement in my daily life. Your priceless love for me and my late sister was the most solid foundation for our lives and the most nourishment of our souls which is still the pillar of the unbeatable strength that helps me stand tall against all odds.

You always told us that life is a double-edged sword, it’s beautiful and enjoyable but there are times when it stings like a bee and the best thing to do is to take a cautious approach and remember that there will always be some victories along the way. Here are some of your words that continue to give me the ability to navigate throughout the challenges of life:

. Know who you are,never compromise and sell yourself short
. Stay authentic and never change because authenticity stiffens your backbone.
. Always stand up for the truth no matter how high is the cost
. Never eat like there is no tomorrow because you will not be able to survive in the times of famine.
. Never sit too close to the fire because not every place is always has that kind of comfort.
. Be aware of your surroundings and make it the part of your daily routine.
. Always try to pull yourself together and remember that there are places where your tears will mean nothing to certain people.
. Always remember that you were created to overcome every obstacle and to rise above every challenge. And never keep silent in the presence of your adversaries.
. Always remember to share the little you have with those who are in need.
. Never be afraid to say no when you have to say so.

I give God all the glory for the choice He made before the foundation of the earth for choosing you to be my earthly father and I’m grateful for the years He allowed us to spend together on this planet. Thank you so much Tata for being a good and faithful steward of my life and thank you for the spirit of resilience that runs through the veins of every Xhosa heart. Lala ngoxolo Tshangisa. Love you so much.”
― Euginia Herlihy

“Of those immortal dead who live again
In minds made better by their presence.


Kate stopped in her tracks: The dead who live again, in minds made better by their presence. That line reminds her of her father. He's been dead twenty years now--- more years than they had a chance to share. She's learned to exist alongside the huge void his death opened up; what choice did she have? She's found precious comfort in the parts of him that have survived. Today's been a prime example: the best part of her, the part that made her go to Lauderdale rather than stay under the covers, comes from her father's voice telling her to always be kind.”
― Vicky Zimmerman, Miss Cecily's Recipes for Exceptional Ladies