Wednesday, 4 September 2013
Soweto_ JHB
Ok in this case I feel like illustrating ones feelings on a peace of paper is nonsense. The idea of trying to live and document your life at the same time.
Its possible. Because who said it has to be an every day affair. After all it is just a hobby. So this is an update after a long silence from me. I'll be illustrating my thoughts in words. Words documented in this script:
I'm in Johannesburg/SA. Finally. Residing in Soweto_Dobsinville. Scrary for my tastes, but worth it in every single way. See! Being on a quest for success, somehow you don't choose your route. Its chosen for you. And so is mine. As always I believe.
So its like my 4rth day here. Never been here before. But very excited at the same time. And this place is dry. Because I recall that all I have been thinking about is drinking some water. And yes I did get myself a cup of hot chocolate at Mc Donalds_ Calton Centre. I had fun today. For some awkward reason. I was called for a job interview. Oh, and job interview only because I want money. In fact I need moola. So the idea is_ I've arrived. Then_ what do I do! Do I stay at home (my aunts house) or do I go out and get a job!_ the answer is quite obvious. So yes I am looking to be employed! Yes by another person. And yes I know that sounds stupid but I need money. And now a days you work to earn money! No! You don't ask your parent! Especially if you are 28 and far far from home. You work_ and yes you work your ass off! For now that is. So I'm willing to slave for another man for now. Just so to sustain living here in this New Jerusalem.
The day I arrived I was nervous_ that Big City effect I guess. But now I feel fine I think. Am a bit nervous still_ I'll explain_ see! JHB is quite a sensation for a young rural boy like me. Yes I got my so called education, and chose to be a fashion designer_ with quite an eye for detail. Basically I'm good. And ask me why I'm not famous yet! Its because: every pot takes its time to cook. So for me, its only a matter of time. I won't say much, will just leave it to time to manifest. As it is_ today was my first time out to the Big City. With all the cautions I got from people. Telling me that Joburg_ as notoriously called_ is dangerous. Thugs all over! But no, it wasn't like that at all. Its kind of normal. To me I guess.. Saw the big city in another eye. Perhaps its because I was looking good! As always:
See! This place is not as I expected! Especially the City Central. Every1 who has been here said its the coolest place on this side of the planet. No! Its not! No, not at all. I want to stay and experience Soweto. I want to live here amongst the poor. Here people are simple. Not hidden by the luxuries. A hungry man appears as he is. A happy man is as he is. Troubled youth as they always are. Tangled in drugs are my fellow young and elderly brothers.
Pity them not though. Because_ here is were I'm aught to be. And besides. I grew up in a Suburb are anyways. And now I'm discovering my self in the township of Soweto. I know so much history about this place. Has so much potential too. Ok! Wait let me clear that: see whenever I see people_ I see hope. I see a future for those willing to claim it. Those that don't end up dead here. Don't be fooled. This place is dangerous. To all who claim it as their own. I'm happy to be amongst my Zulu side of the family. So many cultures quizzed into this rubble of dusty streets! Better yet_ Joburg has a better side to offer. For those that dare to dream. Like every place in the planet. It has its fortunate few. And the rest.. So here is where all my attention is. Surviving and conquering. Claiming every breath to be my own. I'm here in Soweto.
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