My grandfather continues to watch over me through my baby brother, who carries not only his name but his spirit. Even during gloomy or sunny days, ngiva umoya wakhe…as it calmly blankets me with his warmth. Ngiyati, uMkhulu usahamba nami guiding my steps like an elder beside the sacred fire, unseen yet ever near, walking … Continue reading Njinga🤍
Category: Wisdom of The Ancestors
In The Arms Of My Ancestors
‘Never lost nor forgotten’ One thing about my ancestors? They never miss a moment to reveal themselves to me. In whispers, in visions, in signs too divine to ignore they speak, they show, they guide. I do not question them. How could I? Their love is old, unwavering, and wise beyond lifetimes. I trust them … Continue reading In The Arms Of My Ancestors
Plant Magic
The healing power of plants should not be overlooked or discussed vaguely. Nature not only heals but also protects, anoints, sanctifies, and blesses her children. Our ancestors recognized the importance of the natural world and nature’s ability to meet our diverse needs. I, too, have embraced this wisdom through the guidance of those who have … Continue reading Plant Magic
An Innocent Reminder
If it is written in your life story, it won’t lead to planting the seed of self-resentment in you. When we neglect our roots by abandoning our true identity, we take up an identity created by the system which only makes room for more chaos. Your bag was divinely created for you, stop chasing the … Continue reading An Innocent Reminder
They Said To Tell You This.
We are the generation that has been called to restore the structure of the pillars that once held our homes.Chosen before we were conceived and gifted before our mothers birthed us. Tasked with the responsibility to lead and heal the wounds that continue to hinder us from becoming our true selves. We are because they … Continue reading They Said To Tell You This.
At times it is the elders who hurt us when they pass on because, they die as an institution. Gogo Jebhu
My Tower Moment
When everything seemed to be going south in that relationship I thought was solid and built on pure intentions, negative thoughts began to swim inside my head corrupting my mind with anger and vengeful ideas.You see no one is ever really ready to swallow a pill that may uncover the mask that had them believing … Continue reading My Tower Moment
From The Ancestors
We were with you before you walked the earth.We were the first to hear you utter your first words.We watched you grow as we showered you with unconditional love.Your existence in this life was never a mistake.You have a purpose, we have a duty to protect and guide you.You were never alone, we never left … Continue reading From The Ancestors
La Nkosi Writes 