12.AVETHANDWA SISULUFriday couldn't come quickly. Without realising it, it was Friday and also the day I turn twenty two. I hate growing up. It's just a reminder that I'm not getting any younger, and my responsibilities are increasing. It's also a reminder that 11 years ago on this day, I lost the woman who gave birth to me. Before I could get out of bed, I received my first morning call. I pick up the phone, and it's my grandma. Before I could speak, she started singing for me.♪Happy birthday to you,Happy birthday to youHappy birthday, dear Avethandwa♪“Thank you, Ntombendala.” I say when she's done singing, I'm inside the bathroom brushing my teeth before I get in the bathtub.“May you have a beautiful day filled with happiness, my child. Granny loves you.” My grandma is not someone who says I love you a lot. It's reserved for special occasions like on birthdays.“Sending love back to you, girlfriend, but I have to bathe. I'm getting late for work.” I bid her goodbyes, and she
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