Moments That Shaped My Life
Life of an Ordinary Malawian Boy
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Although there are some people who are born with a silver spoon on their mouths, often times success demands hard work and perseverance. The pathway to achieving this feat may not be that smooth. It is likely to demand constant work, diligence and learning from each fall along the way. With hope fuelling the forward looking life, one can be assured that in due course, there will always be a reward in the end.
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Moments that shaped my Life challenges the reader to appreciate and utilize the chances however small they may be. It is a story of determination in the midst of challenges.
From a tender age of seven, when his family moved into a new neighbourhood, Nathan slowly adjusted to the demands of the new community. His family was a typical Malawian family living on meagre resources in a small house. His parents—in particular his dad—had very high expectations for him, since he was the firstborn son of the family. He had to live up to these high standards constantly.
Things turned sour for him towards the end of his primary school as he struggled with vision problems. He moved into a new school in desperation. He then experienced the big disappointment of his life—a test that he struggled to contend with.
This is a story of determination, hope, perseverance, the power of love, and faith in God in overcoming the prevailing challenges and circumstances at various stages, even in a life of a young child. Expect some thrills and suspense as you follow through the moments that shaped his life at home, at school, and outside school to the very end of his primary school.
About the Author
Nathan Banda was born and raised in Malawi, Africa. He is currently based in Alberta, Canada, with his family. He is a registered nurse working for Alberta Health Services in Drumheller, Alberta. Outside of work, Nathan enjoys being with his wife, Lillian and their three sons, Chikondi, Temwani, and Talandira. His hobbies include writing, playing chess, gospel music, and evangelism. He is actively involved with depression recovery seminars and voluntary work in palliative care and grief support in the local area.