Beyond a Wave of Storm

st completed her Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) and was hopefully looking forward to her vacation the next d

llowed a short fervent prayer, her regular routine for each morning, she nipped out of her room to tidy up a portion of her dormitory environment, then packed up her belongings and freshened up afterward

among a number of parents who had showed in earlier that morning to convey their wards home. And within the little intervals of wa

ere the national and school anthems were consecutively sung, after which the p

meet their friends and relations. In what may seem like a wink, the initial calm and motionless environment transformed to a scene of great

ies. She stretched forth her neck and her eyes bulged ou

o her from behind. She turned with a gracefu

much my jewel,"

n more, aunt!" Sed

aced her neice's luggages into the car

who had died not long before the little girl attained 2years of age. Though she had no child bi

ittle girl around her tremendously contributed in ebbing away the tormenting feeling of loneliness that she likely fell prey to, regarding her childlessness. Th

ncidence in their marriage felt like they were been placed on a regular dose of bitter pills to swallow. More especially for Dooter, whose hope of being a mother got dashed by her misfortune. She got miscarriages anytime she conceived, owing to some major complications as co

and decisions. Decisions especially regarding his matrimonial life. In his marriage, he was undaunted by challenges. Even though he had to take any which came along, he certainly saw n

hat of some friends towards taking a second wife aggravated to more hatred upon his wife. Nonetheless, he remained patient and sure hopeful that his wife will have a child for him i

ent his wife's feelings of being barren. He had craved to take his wife along, but her health condition which did not guarantee her travelling was a deterrent. Herself, she preferred to settle back into the country and work with the Ministry of Works and Infr

exit gate. In that process, she got waylaid by a lady, wh

" the lady cal

ar as the lady mov

aid, elated to have met her. Dooter knew that she must have mista

ou're mistaking. I'm Dooter, an elder si

rinning. She was amazed at the resemblance. "Anyway, about D

late. She died

er ray of hope and of sunshine. A girl that spurred her spirit and made her see the good about herself. A girl that encouraged and stood by her whenever she performed poo

her gentle soul rest in peace. Please accep

Tina

.!" Dooter groane

ow simple and informal the lady appeared. She has actually heard about the renowned pharmacist and philanthropist, but haven't had the opportunity to meet her in

e to meet you Ma,

s then. Not only was I depressed over some issues at home but also, having to be seen as a dummy, who performed poorly and was quite often competiting among the last three students in the class. At such moments when I was down and low spirited, she presented a sisterly shoulder for me to cry on. She is chiefly the reason I grew up to be optimistic about my life. I had missed her s

he resolved to neither recall nor talk about, especially in the presence of Sedoo. She made Sedoo believe that she is an orphan, who lost her parents to a fatal accident, in order not to disclose the secret behind her existenc

ew she had to sneak into another topic of conversation, before the lady unconsciously unmasks t

," she interr

g to see and meet you in person," Dooter went on. "I also appreciate that my sister

then, a huge, strapping man walked across, and they conversed inaudibly

e notified me of an urgent meeting at the office," she said, looking bot

ne, I understand. I shall leave fairly

card. It contains my contact and home address. I'm looking forward to seeing you ag

liged." Dooter receiv

e quickly supervise a project and leave. We should certai

am Do

drive safely. I hope to

o. Bye!" They waved at ea

She felt thrilled at how well the lady honoured and spoke highly about her la

nce. "The Lady you chatted with a f

she's quite po

furbishment of our school clinic last year. She has recentl

is sure full of surprises. I didn't even expect to meet that remarkable woman in person. Her simplicity is st

e wonderful impact she created in her life. I

ndly, ever willing to sacrifice her time, her knowledge, and her money in expense to the other in need. She treated everyone she came across with respect and made them to feel special regardless o

ting! My mum w

son."They both flashed a smile. "I really miss my sister. If only I could turn back

ou crying? You're mak

here people yearn for great accomplishments without realizing that the true measure of a man's gr

w, our successes too get intertwined with who we show such acts to. I remember a saying by a long lived rugged man. That; "I walked across t

successful as a result of asking after a blind wretched man's welfare. One who al

ke a cab for his pursuit. He finally resolved to lend a helping hand considering how desperate the man needed it. And as he walked along to thrust the coin into the blind man's bowl, he was taken aback by what he saw. Not only was the man blind, but also lost both legs, maybe to some threatening leprosy, or an accident, or critical amputations, whatever the case, he stood dumbstrucked, and with his heart deeply absorbed in thoughts of the man's pitiable state, he bent down and slowly released the coin into the bowl. Then, he greeted sympathetically, "Hello, ho

udden impact left the file he held to the floor, and the documents contained in it were scattere

zed that this young man had been a job seeker and must have been out on that day for the same pursuit... "Excu

s. We can,"

f one of my companies. Please come with me," the man said firmly. "This young man was speechless. Was he dreaming at

craved for. He was made the General manager of the company, offered a comfortable house, a car and many other

y that simple deed of kindness could propel him to the right direction, right place and right people in line with his d

. You may walk all around in search of a great life, but if you can't be human or sensitive enough to look out for others, you would likely end up with an abbreviated piece of no accompli

t always need our money or materialistic things. As we go through life, we would have people we can lift up, give our little time, words, care, encouragements, help, patience, talents and so on. Just a smile can make someone's day. How we make people feel matters more than the cr

rate person too. A lady of integrity, hospit

y in bringing you up. Not only are you kind and considerate but also, quite irreproachable in terms of aca

ons dear! You are finally

Sedoo repl

believe my neice shall beco

se I'm one already."They

happy I shall be having a whale

said as she drove past a few corner shops situated at the outskirts of t

med us that our results shall be out in a month time. And

h to tell you about school. Get pr

re will! Doote