September marks my mother’s birth month, and as long as I live, I will always celebrate her life. She was everything I needed at every moment I needed it. She is the love of my heart, and I praise God daily for blessing me with her love and friendship.
As I’ve shared in My Testimony, my mother and I were involved in a tragic car accident from which she, unfortunately, did not survive. On that day, I lost not only my mother but my biggest friend, my cheerleader, my teacher, my role model, and my prayer warrior.
Though she may no longer be physically here, her presence remains strong in my life. I carry her in my heart, my mind, and in all the beautiful memories we shared. Her influence continues to guide me, and the love she gave me will forever be a source of strength.
Below is a poem I’ve written, inspired by my Mama, diMamzo – Ruby Phuti Chonco ♥︎
MAMA
The embodiment of strength in its truest form,
A radiant display of beauty in all its glory.
You exuded kindness – so sweet, so gentle…
My wellspring of joy, my courage rooted in yours.
You walked this earth with such grace,
Making life feel like a task I could conquer!
I couldn’t imagine a world without you,
Without the love that guided me at every turn.
Did you know you revealed the end from the start?
Do you remember singing to me?
Sweet melodies and heavenly messages.
You were my angel on earth,
My heaven here on earth,
My angel – now in heaven.
May her soul rest in perfect peace, and may every life she touched continue to reflect her light and love in their own unique way – amen!
Yours – but mine first,
Beautiful
Thank you so much sis, I’m glad you liked it ♡
What a beautiful poem for your lovely mother, and a great way to remember her and express all that love. Thank you for sharing your wonderful words.
Thank you so much for your kind words. It means a lot to me to be able to honour her memory and share that love ♡
What a beautiful way to honour mamPhuti. She is indeed our beautiful angel. May her beautiful soul rest in peace. She will forever be in our hearts and minds. Love her still. Love you so much Aphelele.
This is so deeply touching. ❤️ Your Mama (my sister) was such a beautiful, special woman, and it’s clear how deeply she loved you and how much of her still lives on through you.
Losing a mother is a pain that words can hardly describe, especially when she was not only your mother but also your best friend, your biggest cheerleader, your teacher and your prayer warrior. What a precious gift it must have been to share such a beautiful bond with her.
I love that you continue to celebrate her life every September and to honour her through your memories, your words and the person you are today. Her presence may no longer be physical, but the love she gave you can never be taken away.
May the memories of your Mama, diMamzo – Phuti Ruby Chonco (maRamahuta), always bring you comfort, strength and a smile. Her legacy clearly lives on in you. ❤️🌹🙏🏽