The Journey || In Character Pt.1

I can confidently embrace the promise of Future Glory, which clearly states: "For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us" and continues with, "All things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to His purpose". These promises resonate with my journey, and here's why.

Since I was 12, acting has been my passion, beginning with my role as the man born blind from the Gospel of John 9:1-12 in a school play. I cherished every moment on stage and wanted acting to be a hobby, though not a career, as I initially aspired to be a Flight Attendant (quite surprising, I know). Around the same time, I ventured into modeling because I loved the spotlight and glamour. To my surprise, I pursued modeling more than acting. However, at about 15, I discovered a passion for script writing through a friend who started a script about high school teenagers. A shout out to Melody Joseph for that. I can't even recall the title. At that time, I didn't realize it was a script we were creating; it was just a collection of characters and dialogues. Perhaps Melody knew, but I certainly didn't. I remember asking her if I could finish it, and to my surprise, I did—writing it in what we called a counter book back home. Shout out to my fellow Zimbabweans who know what I mean. I found it fascinating and kept it until I moved to Canada.Let's move on to my modeling season. I started modeling again at the age of 12. Over time, I enjoyed being on the runway so much that I considered pursuing modeling as a career. Unfortunately, I grew up in a society with limited thinking. Everything had "its type of people," which restricted one's ability to reach their full potential unless they had a very supportive environment. I remember being told that "modeling was only for tall people," yet I often made it to the top 3 for some reason. Back then, there weren't any pageants for petite people like me—quite different from today. I've always loved challenging the status quo, and I recall being told that basketball was only for tall people too, which motivated me to try it. The sport, perceived to be for tall individuals, saw this short and petite young girl representing the province of Matabeleland South in my home country, Zimbabwe. I was only 5' tall, if not shorter. Isn't it interesting how we, as humans, limit our potential based on what we see or believe it should be, or perhaps due to fear of failure? The Word clearly advises us not to rely on our own understanding but to trust the One who created us and placed those desires within us.

Let's move on to my modeling season. I started modeling again at the age of 12. Over time, I enjoyed being on the ramp so much that I considered pursuing modeling as a career. Unfortunately, I grew up in a society with a limited mindset. Everything was categorized, which restricted one's potential unless they had a strong support system. I remember being told that "modeling was only for tall people," yet I often made it into the top 3. Back then, there weren't any pageants for petite people like me, unlike today. I've always loved challenging the status quo, so when I was told that basketball was only for tall people, it motivated me to try it. Despite being perceived as a sport for tall people, this short and petite girl represented the province of Matabeleland South in Zimbabwe. I was only 5' tall, if not shorter. Isn't it interesting how we, as humans, limit our potential because of our perceptions or fear of failure? The Word clearly advises us not to rely on our understanding but to trust the One who created us and placed those desires within us.

stay tuned for pt. 2..