Mother Carry Me, And I Will Carry You.”

“Mayo mpaapa, naine nkakupaapa.” (Bemba)

“Imagine a seed, cradled in the earth, patiently absorbing nutrients and energy. It’s not just a speck in the dirt, it’s a promise of life, of growth, of harvest. This is the essence of nurturing.

In the heart of Africa, the wise Bemba people have a saying – ‘Mayo mpaapa, naine nkakupapa’, Mother, carry me and I will carry you. Like a linguistic time travel ticket, this saying speaks to a circle of nurturing that is as true about human relationships as it is about universal relationships.

When a farmer tends to his fields, he’s not just sowing seeds, he’s cultivating a future. Each drop of sweat, each moment under the sun, is a promise to the harvest.

Like a child, nurtured with love and care, grows to become a pillar of strength for their parents. A nurtured dream blooms into reality. A nurtured talent shines like a beacon.

So, nurture. For in nurturing, we sow the seeds of our future, the harvest of our efforts, the realization of our dreams. Remember, a seed today can be a forest tomorrow. So, nurture generously and reap abundantly.”

This wise Bemba saying embodies the idea of global solidarity. It’s a call for countries, cultures, and individuals to stand together, sharing the load of challenges that affect us all. From addressing climate change to promoting world peace, the promise of mutual support resonates. When we work for each other we lay the groundwork for a more compassionate and harmonic world, echoing the spirit of “Mother, carry me and I will carry you.”

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