Author: Duet Mlotshwa
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Walking On Eggshells
Musa’s notorious behavior took a snag when he had to leave her home in the township “ekasi,” as they referred to the ghetto area they lived in. Out of the blue, his life changed for the worse when his father lost his job. He has been the breadwinner in the family, with his mother as…
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Always Covered Behind His Hat
Keke carried the weight of his dark life everywhere he went. He was raised by parents who were notorious criminals. Keke’s family had almost everything they wanted, but he knew it and never liked it. He was infamous in both the community and at school. Rumors circulated about his toxic and erratic family.” He was…
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Ways To Keep And Maintain A Healthy & Peaceful Relationship
Maintaining a healthy and peaceful relationship requires effort, communication, and mutual respect. Here are some key ways to achieve this: 1. Effective Communication 2. Mutual Respect 3. Trust and Honesty 4. Quality Time Together 5. Manage Conflicts Peacefully 6. Show Appreciation and Affection 7. Maintain Independence 8. Forgiveness and Letting Go 9. Keep the Romance…
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My First Christmas!
Image Source: Pexels- Francis Seura There are moments in life that arrive quietly, yet change us forever. My first Christmas is one of those moments—bright, unexpected, and filled with a kind of warmth I didn’t know I needed. Growing up, Christmas was always something that belonged to other people. I saw it through windows, through…
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Crime Scene
Adrean’s changed behavior raised eyebrows within his family as well as his community. He hung around with known thugs, and he also banked classes, and sometimes, he would miss school. His parents were worried but got absorbed and overwhelmed by family businesses. His older sister tried talking to him and wanted to find out if…
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A Brutal Attack
Lettie woke up to a gloomy, misty, and cold morning. Despite the unpleasant weather, it was a school day, and she had to jump out of bed and get ready. Her parents woke up 15 minutes later and prepared for work. Before leaving, they gave Lettie her transport fee, citing the bad weather as the…
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Summer Bag Essentials
Here are the summer bag essentials: 1. Water bottle or refillable container 2. Sunscreen and lip balm with SPF 3. Sunglasses 4. Sun hat or cap 5. Lightweight, breathable umbrella 6. Insect repellent 7. After-sun lotion or aloe vera gel 8. Beach towel or compact quick-dry travel towel 9. Swimwear 10. Water shoes or sandals…
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Digging Old Graves
Living became an uphill for Beauty and Ben. The siblings had to live alone after their parents had a fatal car accident and died in hospital after two horrific weeks and sad visits from their children. Beauty and Ben took turns visiting the hospital where their parents were admitted. Sometimes, they will go together for…
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Picnic Ideas For Spring
A perfect picnic date sounds lovely! Here’s a plan to make it a memorable and enjoyable experience. Picnics are a perfect gesture of a comeback this season. Setting: – Choose a scenic spot with a beautiful view, such as a park, garden, or by a lake or river. – Consider the weather and have a…
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Heritage Day
Heritage Day is a day when people concentrate on the importance of South Africa’s cultural heritage. September 24th was previously known as Shaka Day. The holiday honored Shaka, a famous Zulu king. After apartheid came to an end in South Africa, changes were made to Heritage Day. Heritage Day was called Shaka Day in history.…