![]() I won her trust and soon had the boys called in for introductions. Helping them with their schoolwork was also not far-fetched. I was insistent that I was ready to help the institution in any way required, yet I gave a caveat that having an opportunity to work with and talk to the young boys and girls was a priority. She asked me a few questions to unearth my background to ensure I wasn’t a wolf masquerading in sheep’s skin. The matron, Mama Njeri, was short, stout and had a loving face with the potential to turn violent if someone misbehaved-an African mother. That would no longer be the case as I now had plenty of time. I was from the neighbourhood and had always wanted to know how I could help orphans but my schooling schedule hadn’t allowed me to do so. Without wasting time, I gave my side of the story. My pursuit of literature had heightened the last few weeks, but these looked nothing like my piece of cake. It was only a small room with little space to navigate. The perfect place to hold a meeting with a serious philanthropist as he explained what he had to offer. ![]() It seemed to be a boardroom of sorts, with chairs arranged around the oval wooden table. She was momentarily absent, so the only option was to wait in the makeshift library as she was called to see the Samaritan visitor. They quickly directed me to the matron’s office. I’m a hero, remember? Walking into the small compound on a warm Sunday afternoon, I met a few girls seated together on the grass, enjoying the sunshine. How did they live? What mattered was that it would be made better. I was the hero it needed.įor a long time, the children’s orphanage near our home sparked my interest. Can you imagine? Having graduated from high school, the world was waiting for me with open arms. All plans analysed, and no stone left unturned. To win a Nobel Peace Prize in the camera lights and have everyone wish to say, “He is my friend,” or, “She was my classmate.” The question we all have is how do we get there? It is one most never find an answer to. Who doesn’t? That you will be the next big thing- the lady or lad to change the world.
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