NGOBENGOBE


NGOBENGOBE

A spirit so radiant, a love pure and divine,

Ottilie Ndakundana, your name whispers grace.

In the heart of my world, you're the brightest star to shine,

You are the golden thread, weaving us together through time and space.


 

A phenomenal woman, weathering life's fierce storm,

A matriarch strong, through sorrow you've soared.

Eight children you bore, four angels now gone,

Yet your strength lingers, unbroken, unflawed.



Your laughter, a melody, pure and bright,

Even with gaps, your smile ignites the night.

Despite time's cruel test, your joy still sparkles,

Your faith is a fortress, unshaken and true,

In every soft whisper, I hear God in you.


You savour your jungle oats, a tender delight,

In those moments with you, the world feels just right.

A bridge to my mother, in your embrace I bask,

With you, dear grandmother, no questions I need ask.

Ongobe yange, Okaadona Kange.


Now in your eighties, a treasure, a blessing so grand.

Each wrinkle a story, each grey hair a blessing.

Yet as seasons turn, my heart quietly aches,

Cherishing each moment, for memories' sake.



For I know the Lord will one day call you home,

To a symphony of stars where eternal peace resides.

This truth, though bittersweet, makes each moment special.

Ongobe yange, Okaadona Kange, Embale lange.

In every heartbeat, I know you’ll always be mine.

So, here's to you, my darling, my guiding star bright,

In a world full of chaos, you're my calm and my light.

With every heartbeat, my gratitude flows,

For you are my everything, my love for you grows.

Ongobe yange, Okaadona kange, Mukwanangobe wange.


Poem by: MATEUS RAHAB TONATENI

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