I am a man shaped by many seasons, each leaving behind a version of me in the memories of those I met along the way. These versions, though incomplete, form the chapters of my life—each with its unique challenges, lessons, and triumphs.
Version One: The Village Life
Some remember me as a young man from Gitithia, a small Kenyan village, burdened by the monotony of hard labor. I was the one digging, burning charcoal, selling firewood, and milking cows. To them, I was destined for "dirty work," a boy without dreams for a brighter future.
Version Two: The High School Comeback
Others know me from my days at Lari High School. I returned to the classroom as the oldest student, separated from my classmates by eight years. To many, it seemed impossible that I could excel after being out of school for so long. Yet, I persisted, determined to prove age was not a barrier to success.
Version Three: The Untrained Teacher
In this chapter, I became an untrained teacher, sharing knowledge in primary schools and even at Lari High School. My goal was simple: to inspire young learners to believe that nothing is impossible. This group of students and colleagues were among the first to truly believe in me.
Version Four: The University Student
When I joined Kisii University, my life took a turn that many in my village never imagined. Back then, attending university was a rare achievement—a status symbol that turned me into a local celebrity. To them, I was proof that dreams could indeed come true.
Version Five: The Banker
As an employee at Equity Bank Kenya, I became known to a new group of people. To them, I was the young man facilitating business loans—a symbol of opportunity. They had no idea about the struggles of my past and assumed my life had always been easy, as though I had been handed success on a silver platter.
Version Six: The Cyber Business Owner
In the next phase, I ventured into cyber business. I taught computer skills, registered companies, filed tax returns, and handled other digital services. To this group, I was a husband, a father, and a man coming into his own. My past remained a mystery to them—only my present defined me.
Version Seven: The Father with Kids
Then came the version of me defined by fatherhood. I became the man taking kids to school, shopping for them, and ensuring their needs were met. To this group, I was a doting parent whose life revolved around his children. Some knew bits of my past, but my life at Equity Bank and in cyber business remained unknown to them.
Now: The Present Me
And now, here I am—this newest version of myself. Each chapter, each version, holds a piece of my truth. But unless you’ve met me now, your understanding of who I am is incomplete.
The Lesson
I am like a book, constantly being rewritten. The newer the edition, the richer and more refined the story. If you speak of me from the lens of the past, you risk sharing an outdated narrative. To truly know me, you must meet the version of me that stands before you today.
Version One: The Village Life
Some remember me as a young man from Gitithia, a small Kenyan village, burdened by the monotony of hard labor. I was the one digging, burning charcoal, selling firewood, and milking cows. To them, I was destined for "dirty work," a boy without dreams for a brighter future.
Version Two: The High School Comeback
Others know me from my days at Lari High School. I returned to the classroom as the oldest student, separated from my classmates by eight years. To many, it seemed impossible that I could excel after being out of school for so long. Yet, I persisted, determined to prove age was not a barrier to success.
Version Three: The Untrained Teacher
In this chapter, I became an untrained teacher, sharing knowledge in primary schools and even at Lari High School. My goal was simple: to inspire young learners to believe that nothing is impossible. This group of students and colleagues were among the first to truly believe in me.
Version Four: The University Student
When I joined Kisii University, my life took a turn that many in my village never imagined. Back then, attending university was a rare achievement—a status symbol that turned me into a local celebrity. To them, I was proof that dreams could indeed come true.
Version Five: The Banker
As an employee at Equity Bank Kenya, I became known to a new group of people. To them, I was the young man facilitating business loans—a symbol of opportunity. They had no idea about the struggles of my past and assumed my life had always been easy, as though I had been handed success on a silver platter.
Version Six: The Cyber Business Owner
In the next phase, I ventured into cyber business. I taught computer skills, registered companies, filed tax returns, and handled other digital services. To this group, I was a husband, a father, and a man coming into his own. My past remained a mystery to them—only my present defined me.
Version Seven: The Father with Kids
Then came the version of me defined by fatherhood. I became the man taking kids to school, shopping for them, and ensuring their needs were met. To this group, I was a doting parent whose life revolved around his children. Some knew bits of my past, but my life at Equity Bank and in cyber business remained unknown to them.
Now: The Present Me
And now, here I am—this newest version of myself. Each chapter, each version, holds a piece of my truth. But unless you’ve met me now, your understanding of who I am is incomplete.
The Lesson
I am like a book, constantly being rewritten. The newer the edition, the richer and more refined the story. If you speak of me from the lens of the past, you risk sharing an outdated narrative. To truly know me, you must meet the version of me that stands before you today.
