Liesl Jobson • Natalie Edwards • Marike Beyleveld
My sister Kifue chases roosters that crow.
My brother Katleho has a ball to throw.
My cousin Kutloano plants seeds in a row.
My cousin Kamohelo leans on her hoe.
My aunt Keromang has a dress to sew.
My uncle Khotso herds the cattle that low.
Mama dries wheat when the wind does not blow.
Papa rides a horse over mountains in snow.
Grandpa’s slow donkey walks to and fro.
Grandma sings songs till the fire burns low.
You know how to say yes. You know how to say no.
That’s what you do! That’s what you know!
Everyone laughs when you put on a show.
Your work is to play. Your work is to grow.
