Friendships

Struggling to make friends in the community

My grandmother asked my mom to take me to boarding school so that I am safe and protected from the community.  This meant that I would spend about three months away from home.  The community knows me but I hardly know anyone at home, this hurts because I am a social person.  It became challenging to make friends at home and integrate into the community.  My friends at home were my cousins.  I got to make other friends at university and at the workplace.

Words from Tracy

"I met Thandi in January 1999 when she came to Prinshof School.  She walked boldly or rather should I say she skipped up to me, gave me a hug and told me we will be friends forever.  And that we have been since that day.  We have stood by each other through everything, good and bad.  We are truly soul sisters.  I know I can call her in the middle of the night and she will stop everything for me and the other way around.  Our bond is so strong that the Holy Spirit won't leave me alone until I reach out to her.  Thandi has a heart of gold and the ability to love without boundaries.  

My fondest or should I say our fondest childhood memory is sitting in my room in Jakaranda Hostel sharing a packet of BM biscuits that my mom had packed for us for that week.  

The future still has a lot for us especially watching Reece (our son) grow up and us as his guidance, he is bound to never have a dull moment in his life".

Words from Lethabo 

"Meeting Thandi at work was a truly enriching blessing. Getting to know this remarkable person living with albinism not only broadened my perspective but also played a part in my personal healing journey. Thandi is a breath of warmth and energy – loud, helpful, and radiating confidence. Her uniqueness was palpable and inspiring, showcasing a strength unhindered by anything. Despite our contrasting personalities, mine quiet and shy, hers loud and bubbly, we found a great balance. 

In friendship, Thandi is fully present and nurturing. She finds joy in lending a helping hand, even when it's not always received as she'd hope. Observing this helped me reciprocate the same love, energy, and kindness she gives her friends. Thandi knows how to hold her friends' hands through trouble and through joy.  A lot can be said about this beautiful gentle giant". 

Message to Tracey and Lethabo

When I met the both of you, it was love at first sight.  I am grateful everyday that God allowed us to meet.  Thank you so much for sisterhood and for holding me through all these years.  I love you girls everyday.

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