Reflections of a rural girl

Life has a way of surprising us, doesn't it? When I became a mother at the young age of 19, I was filled with doubts and uncertainty. I couldn't help but question whether I was capable of raising my son. Little did I know that the support system I needed was already there, waiting to reveal itself. Looking back on my journey, I now realize that I was always enough for my son, and the love and care of my family were more than sufficient to shape his life. The Doubts and Struggles of a Young Mother: Becoming a mother at 19 was not part of my plan. As I held my newborn son in my arms, waves of self-doubt crashed over me. I couldn't shake the feeling that I was lacking something crucial—a second parent figure to provide the stability and guidance my son needed. Society's expectations weighed heavily on my young shoulders, making me question if I would ever be enough for my child. The Existing Support Structure: What I failed to realize at the time was that I was not alone i...

As a church girl, I have always found church proceedings to be beneficial  but not always practical with regards to helping church-goers in achieving their goals and dreams. I know I am stepping on some toes now but hopefully you'll get what I am trying to say. Pastors have different gift and docrines, some are good at motivating, putting you in the right spirit, good mood and a feeling of improved self-worth. Some are teachers of the word, they'll paint a clear picture of the bible and it's meaning. There are also several gifts within the church that help with several spiritual needs. These are all beneficial for our spiritual enhancements and feeding our souls. Howerever I have found these not to be always practical. Many times the message is forgotten, let alone practised. I mean what happens after a powerful, fire-filled, holy-ghost-filled service? Do you go home and write down how you will go out there and penetrate the business and corporate world , with...