My parents just recently came to Cape Town to visit
me! It was so great and wholesome to see them again after two months. I missed
them so much, and it was so interesting to be their "tour guide" here
in CPT. I planned their whole week here, and they were surprised at how much I
know about the town. They told me that I've changed, and I find that
intriguing. Change is always good in my eyes, it's how we grow into better
versions of ourselves.
I think a really memorable moment during my parent's
visit was having a talk about race with them and identifying the colorism that
is evident in conversations. Telling my parents that race is a social construct
and them finally listening and understanding what I was saying was so
refreshing. We are all brothers and sisters that should be fighting for each
other, instead of using subtle racism and colorism as "small talk".
Language is so very important in progressing away from hate.
I also got the chance to show my parents some South
African culture. We went to the annual Cape Town Parade, which was stunning.
The floats and dancers and musicians were breathtaking. I am so glad they came
to CPT to visit. My parents have gone through a lot to get me to a great school
and to thrive in my future. For them to come to the continent, Africa, is such
a huge accomplishment, and I can't wait for them to travel the rest of the
world and learn more about different cultures and the meaning of love and life.
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