Life can get challenging sometimes, so when it does, find the light; in a poem, a song, a good conversation, a shared meal, rest, under a tree or by the sea.
I remember going through a painful period in my life that pushed me to write my first WordPress post about returning home to South Africa, essentially to myself. Some day I will tell you about how poetry chose me back then. For now I keep writing and editing my poetry book.
Over 1000 followers later, I am truly grateful for your support, guidance and inspiration ๐ธ
Copyright ยฉ Nomzi Kumalo, 2017.
I would love to hear your story, Nomzi – your cross-cultural journey from South Africa to Scandinavia, your struggles and insights. BTW, I am currently a consultant to one of SA’s NGOs supporting them in becoming a more trauma-sensitive organization as they are attempting to empower underprivileged children. So I am learning a lot about that culture while also sharing my professional expertise.
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I have landed on a great theme for my book so I am very excited for you to read it, Annette. Your work is relevant and much needed now more than ever. I would love to hear more about what your consulting entails. What kind of educational background one needs…Find me on Facebook?
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So happy to hear that you are writing a book. Yes, I’ll find you on FB. In terms of consulting – you can consult in any area of expertise. I happen to be trained as a clinical psychologist with a specialty in trauma, so I use that knowledge for my consulting.
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Super ๐ Ah, I see…good and serious work indeed.
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Peace with you also Nomzi ๐๐ฝ๐
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I wish you a season of peace as well, Nomzi! Pour your love all over that poetry collection๐.
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Thank you dear Leslie. I will do so ๐
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Best of luck editing your book Nomzi ๐
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Thank you Julie. Sending you love where you are ๐
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Wishing you all the very best with your poetry. Love reading your work.
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Thank you. Have a wonderful summer ๐
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Rejoicing with you in advance!
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Thank you ๐
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Likewise ๐
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All the best, Nomzi. Shalom. ๐
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Thank you dear Celestine. Any tips?
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I too send my best wishes for the success of your book.
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Thank you Betty.
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A beautiful post – wishing you all the best, and great peace. I’m interested in a collaboration but not sure where to begin.
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Thank you Nicodemas. Well, let’s sleep on it, it will come.
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Ok
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Keeping going with editing, it will all come together. Do enjoy the summer season.๐
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Thank you dear Khaya โค๏ธ
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How are you doing with your projects?
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Hi Nomzi! Thanks for asking. It’s taking longer than I originally imagined but I’m working on it. Balancing a fulltime job, family life and everything else with writing is a bit of a challenge. I had to learn that writing is rather a marathon than a sprint. ๐ All the best with yours. ๐
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I hear you and that is so true. Life is full indeed. I wish you the best with yours too Khaya. Have a wonderful summer.
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Wishing you all the very best with your poetry book.
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Thank you dear Ameena ๐
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