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Coping With Loss

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It's phase two and I am here literally drooling at this piece of work! It is indeed God's masterpiece. Such a wonderful account of "Lessons From My Father. " When this journey of loss of my father began, like many who have experienced loss, I never imagined looking beyond the pain. I was frustrated, lost, disappointed, and then some more. The loss of a loved one is such an overwhelming experience. Many have different ways of coping; some wail till the cows come home, others hibernate, yet some get stronger by discovering something that heals them.  I found something! I tried everything until one day, just one day, while all alone, reflecting quietly.  A whisper of this writing project came to my ears.  I quickly jumped at it and wrote a little unpublished booklet entitled; "A Father's Journey." in honour and remembrance of him. Relatives and friends bought the book; for many, their fresh pain was relieved. I felt accomplished at this achievement. I had b...

Kibaya Kyangu!

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  "What names are you giving your children? Be intentional about the names you choose! " Heard this question/ Statement before? Well, I believe this is very important and is a fact. What you declare out of your mouth ends up forming in the physical and yet on the other hand I see God's grace in this particular situation.  My Father was born to Sarah Alexa Nakandi and Kulikaano Iga in Nakuru Kenya. He was nicknamed “ Kibaya Kyangu ” translated My Ugly one. The name Kibaya puzzled me for a long time especially after I found out the meaning. According to him, the nick name was given in reference to his appearance. In his words; “as a baby I wasn’t so good looking.” No one knew that contrary to his nick name, my Father, Freddie Henry Kasozi (FHK) was going to be the exact opposite and even surpass it.  Excerpt from "Lessons From My Father." This particular excerpt is a testament to the grace of God. I can refer to as many characters in the bible that were named...