Nobubele Phuza (Deputy Head Prefect 2010)
The boarder family
If someone had told me that when I got to matric I’d be longing to trade places with anyone in a younger grade, just to experience one more year at Girls’ High, I would not have believed it! But here I am at the end of a spectacular journey, wishing for more time.
When I first arrived at the Girls’ High Boarding Establishment, I was greeted by many strange faces that were also eager to start the new year. Initially I had thought that I would never be able to cope with being away from home. I was also overcome by the fear of not having Mom and Dad by my side. However, I knew that if I did not have a positive attitude towards “my new home”, I would never enjoy it. After only a few days I had adjusted to my new environment and began feeling a part of the family. In years to come I became better acquainted with the rules and routines of the boarding establishment which made getting around much easier.
On regular occasions my face has lit up when I reminisce about the times when I watched the concerts and fashion shows put on by the girls on weekends. I smile when I picture the packets of popcorn and cups of hot chocolate that we shared over conversations and during movies. Meals have become time to catch up with friends from other grades and hear what they were up to during the day.
I have experienced five fruitful years at the Girls’ High BE, learning to deal with and understand different types of people. The support and love that I received from the matrons, who care for us, has encouraged me to achieve and excel in everything I do.
Moreover, becoming a boarder has been extremely beneficial in my life. I have learnt to laugh as much as possible, apologize when I need to and to let go of what I cannot change in others and myself. I have learnt structure, respect and discipline at the BE and though I dread leaving the nest, the world awaits!
Nobubele Phuza