Women

"55 years on .Happy Women's Day" I read on a contact's update this morning. It's hard to believe it's bn that long since the day women marched up to the Union Buildings in protest. Women have lead some sort of revolt throughout history to mark their value and existence in society, and that was a defining moment for them in this country. It has though grown beyond just commemorating those who were there, but rather has evolved with women over the ages to encompass their new mould of traditional and modern roles. Those of being professionals as well as still women of the home. I admire that trait immensely in them too.

Every guy out there who has a relationship with their mother will jump up and call them Superwoman, and will be justified in doing so. For me, my mom has only ever been strong for as long as I've been alive. Now my little sister has the pleasure of witnessing this as well through a positive role-model. This is the woman who used to fix my toys as a kid, while being the no.1 Makoti at my grandad's home, as well as having ana active career. Mad props to her. Enough about her though, women though have an inner strength and ressilience about them. This is not often portrayed in the patriarchal society we live in, but one person who encompases this ressilence and strength is Oprah Winfrey. Hate her or love her, her life story is stuff of legend and true inspiration. From humble beginnings and childhood traumas, to standing head-and-shoulders above women across the globe and most powerful men. Legendary.
On National Women's Day I say: Much love, respect, and admiration to you all. Since the day God pulled a rib out of Adam to today, you have come a long way, and are still going places. To all inspirational women in our country (past and present), it is right to refer to you as the "Flowers Of The Nation", because of the role(s) you play/ed in our country's growth and development. Shoutout to oomama Sisulu, Makeba, Suzman, Joseph, and others. Just know that the women down here are still fighting the good fight, and you will forever be appreciated.