TRIBUTE TO PRESIDENT NELSON MANDELA

 A voice in the wilderness has been  silence by (GOD), his creator,
his earthly work is done. This great man was destined from
childhood to impact the world.  In his darkest hours, he held on
to his belief in God, belief in himself, his people and his country.

His suffering in the early years of his life and ultimately his
triumphant re-entry into society, is an unmistakable example
of how this man's determination, fortitude, his energy and his
dream of a unified Africa directed his path.

The greatness of his interlect and the strength of his conviction,
was found in  his humbleness and his  willingness to forgive
his oppressors.  This would set the stage and provide the
launching pad for a United Africa, and the destruction of
Apartheid.

This world we live in, became a better place with him in it.
His legacy that he leaves behind, will serve as a road map
for those that will continue the fight for Human Rights for
every human being.

There is still much work to do, but because of this man,
we know that it is possible.

May you rest in peace my brother.
Our prayers are with his family and the nation.

Poetic Verses By Gamaliel H. Gooding
Copyrighted 2013