September 26, 2008
Young man
Your wisdom may be questioned by your peers, your reserved self criticised as being too mature for your age, but have comfort in the reality that such qualities should ease you into the tertiary atmosphere and enable you to enjoy a fulfilling period in your first year.
I have had a fairly successful year so far at Rhodes, and I encourage you not to let go of your wisdom. Such wisdom shone upon our father’s death, where you overcame this personal tragedy in an exemplary way. There are plenty of hardships in university, where a build up of tests and deadlines can create high amounts of stress. There is also an uncontrollable amount of partying, which will test your wisdom. Your ability to live a balanced lifestyle will prove pivotal in your first year.
I had taken my support system for granted before this year, but as the year unfolded, I have seen countless situations which have previously been described to me - I have perhaps have taken the advice on girls given by my mother a bit too seriously. You should loosen up at university, whilst maintaining your controlled lifestyle, so you can fully enjoy your tertiary experience.
There are periods here when you lose all motivation, and wish that you could stay in your own bubble and not work. I have adopted a minor but thought-provoking episode in dealing with this. Remember when uTa’mkhulu teased that we would sleep in the chickens’ barn should we fail a grade at school? Well, I took that statement seriously, and it has served as motivation for me to be diligent in my work.
Rhadebe, brace yourself for a path of endless possibilities at university. Maintain your talents, as you will surely make use of them here. Stay the person you are, and remain positive about your life, as you are destined to have a fulfilling first year at university.
Regards
Litha
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4 comments:
What a very deep letter Litha. its quality. This indeed a good letter Litha i assume you thought about this very deeply before writing. For someone like me it is a good inspiration and a motivation coming from one of the first years. Litha you have a very good English and quite good in Xhosa too but i don't seem to understand other words, because your English is very deep, not that i have a problem with that but because i think you are just good at it. I found that there is a deep connection between you and younger Litha because you know him from back home what "Mommy" told you guys and advises you both took from Ta'mkhulu(Grandpa). It is quite impressive that you know this guy so much, its clear you have a deep relationship because you even know his tribe (Rhadebe). Lets hope that young Litha heard you very clear because you talk the same language and he will take these "Wise words" ahead to his first year at Varsity.
If I were told I would sleep in a barn I would work hard too:) Nice post Litha. Keep up the good work.
Your letter is an inspiration Litha! Honestly, i think that your dad would be extremely proud of you. Your maturity is a gift! I believe that you have many strengths that shine through your letter. There is a saying that goes something like this: "A man is not a man because he is male... A man is a man because of his compassion." Your letter is deep and filled with a strong and gentle power. You are a true man Litha. Keep shining soldier!
Remember that a mother knows best. Always take her advice.
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