LyfStory Podcast
A podcast about the lifetime of stories that shape our family. Family history, world events, poetry, essays and everything in-between.
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In this episode we are joined by my sister Gwen to share thoughts on lessons learned, wisdom gained and advantages we obtained from our parents legacy and heritage.
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This episode is about memory (guiding light, stars, painted skies), grief (sun set before rising, fractured spirit) and reclamation (dawn, seeds of hope, finding God). The poem upon which this episode is based is an elegy of love that moves from remembrance → devastating loss → reconstruction. It is emotionally transparent and does not rely on ambiguity; In this case my memories of my mother are associated with illu...
In this episode we discuss the significance of realizing love as the most important goal. Love for family, love for neighbors and true happiness are goals that we can all set for ourselves and lay the groundwork for future generations.
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In this episode we discuss the idea of a promised land. What is a promised land for you? What role should I play to ensure that I am not an obstacle for others on their journey to their promised land? Please enjoy!
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In this episode we discuss the importance of unconditional love in relationships. Love has the power to bring hope during life's darkest times and true love truly conquers all fears.
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In this episode we discuss "Capture My Heart" a poem and song that takes us on a walk down memory lane. We discuss the power of capturing images that illustrate the depth of a mother's love. Enjoy!
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In this episode we discuss a poem that Godwill wrote in the days immediately following his mothers's passing. The episode deals with how music can influence memories. Enjoy!
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In this episode we discuss "The Dance" another poem by Godwill. Like the rest of the episodes in this series, the poem has been made into music using SUNO AI music generator app. This is a really fun and introspective episode. Enjoy!
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This episode is part of a series that we are doing to commemorate a life well lived. My mother Esnati (Esnath) Mushonga passed away in December 2024 after I had already started working on this project in her honor. She did not get to know or experience this work, but I am pleased and honored to share it with you. - Godwill
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Ruth and Seretse Khama's love story is an inspiring tale about the power of true love and its ability to overcome adversity. Listen as we review the actions of the many people involved in their story and as we share the lessons which we have learned.
This episode is based the following books:
A Marriage of Inconvenience: The Persecution of Ruth and Seretse Khama https://a.co/d/aGUumqr
Ruth and Seretse Khama's love story is an inspiring tale about the power of true love and its ability to overcome adversity. Listen as we review the actions of the many people involved in their story and as we share the lessons which we have learned.
This episode is based the following books:
A Marriage of Inconvenience: The Persecution of Ruth and Seretse Khama https://a.co/d/aGUumqr
In this episode we are introducing a new series that we are calling "LyfStory Presents". We will have Tapiwa Gwenlisa Mushonga as a constant guest and others who will show up to discuss matters important for people living with albinism.
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The poem Blue Roses was inspired after the recent school shooting in Uvalde Texas. Terrible tragedies like this have become an all too often occurrence in the United States. As a parent I am concerned that we are failing our children. It is our responsibility to secure their safe passage to adulthood. we must do better.
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Some people say Father or Dad, others say Papa, Pops, Padre, Baa, Appa, Opa or Abba. In our house it is Baba. In today's special Father's Day episode we talk all about Godwill, our children's Baba.
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In this episode we listen as the children share their favorite memories from childhood. You have been warned :).
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How…do we stand back
and watch them suffer
arms over their heads
waiting for the bullets to fall
and pierce their skin
stained dark as the hardened ground
and draw out the blood
that will stain the earth
with rusted puddles
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All that my father asked from me was some of that unconditional love. My self-righteousness cost me a lot of good memories over the years. I could have forgiven and loved my father. Love would have taught us to heal our wounds. I hope that nothing in this life should cause my own sons and my daughter to despise me the way I dealt with my father. I cannot imagine living my life without their love. I know now th...
In this episode we talk about one of my memories of my father and how that one moment has influenced many aspects of my life. I want to remember him better than I do, I miss him a lot and I wish he had lived long enough to know his grand children and their love for him.
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In this episode we are excited to introduce to you Tapiwa Gwenlisa Mushonga or to us, Tete Gwen. Gwen is widely known as an advocate for people living with albinism in her native Zimbabwe and around the world. Listen in to this insightful discussion as we talk about Gwen's charity work and her role as my sister and a mother.
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When I approached turning forty I felt that my life had taken a wrong turn somewhere and I went through a rollercoaster of emotions. Thanks to my strong faith and a loving family I came out on the other side stronger and happy with my life.
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