“It’s a day when we don’t have to go to school,” said Lennox, a boy in my grade 8 class at Livingstone High School back in 2005. It’s Arts and Culture period. Mrs Wynguaard just asked us what Heritage Day is about. Eek! What did she think we were gonna say? You are just shy of 14 years old. Your just borrowed Tipp-Ex from your friend to write on your Karrimor. You’re waiting with bated breath to see if you’ve got last period free so you can read the latest FREE 4 ALL and log onto MXit on your friend’s Motorola V360. You don’t have time for these questions!   

Taking in the moment – I was still a baby when Mandela first stood here. 

The City Hall in Darling Street where I performed at an Islamic eisteddfod in 2003. 

Thankfully Reconciliation Day took place during the December school holidays – because the public holiday calendar maker uncle knew that Mrs Wynguaard was going to corner us again, so he saved us by the bell. But the other reason why I was not ready to answer that question: I was still busy experiencing the events which I am now still reconciling with.   

Playwright Tasneem Daniels shares more now.  

&ldquo;It&rsquo;s a day when we don&rsquo;t have to go to school,&rdquo; said Lennox, a boy in my grade 8 class at Livingstone High School back in 2005. It&rsquo;s Arts and Culture period. Mrs Wynguaard just asked us what Heritage Day is about. Eek! What did she think we were gonna say? You are just shy of 14 years old. Your just borrowed Tipp-Ex from your friend to write on your Karrimor. You&rsquo;re waiting with bated breath to see if you&rsquo;ve got last period free so you can read the latest FREE 4 ALL and log onto MXit on your friend&rsquo;s Motorola V360. You don&rsquo;t have time for these questions!&nbsp; &nbsp;
Taking in the moment &ndash; I was still a baby when Mandela first stood here.&nbsp;
The City Hall in Darling Street where I performed at an Islamic eisteddfod in 2003.&nbsp;
Thankfully Reconciliation Day took place during the December school holidays &ndash; because the public holiday calendar maker uncle knew that Mrs Wynguaard was going to corner us again, so he saved us by the bell. But the other reason why I was not ready to answer that question: I was still busy experiencing the events which I am now still reconciling with.&nbsp; &nbsp;
Playwright Tasneem Daniels shares more now.&nbsp;

‘Views and News with Clarence Ford’ shares and reflects a broad array of different perspectives. The show is inspirational, passionate and positive. Clarence and the team aim to leave listeners feeling both motivated and empowered.

Known for his love of jazz and a good game of golf, Clarrie brings his unique flavour to this show. Some new features include ‘Heritage Hour’ every Wednesday between 10 and 11 am, The Masterclass on Fridays at 11 am as well as a segment exploring music trivia. Another new addition is ‘The Unexplained’ segment on Mondays at 10:35. Fan favourite ‘The Naked Scientist’ will continue on Fridays at 9:30 am.

Listen to Views and News with Clarence Ford, weekdays 9 to 12 am on 567 medium wave (AM) or streaming online at www.capetalk.co.za.

#JoinTheConversationFollow Clarence on Twitter: @clarenceford1

‘Views and News with Clarence Ford’ shares and reflects a broad array of different perspectives. The show is inspirational, passionate and positive. Clarence and the team aim to leave listeners feeling both motivated and empowered.
Known for his love of jazz and a good game of golf, Clarrie brings his unique flavour to this show. Some new features include ‘Heritage Hour’ every Wednesday between 10 and 11 am, The Masterclass on Fridays at 11 am as well as a segment exploring music trivia. Another new addition is ‘The Unexplained’ segment on Mondays at 10:35. Fan favourite ‘The Naked Scientist’ will continue on Fridays at 9:30 am.
Listen to Views and News with Clarence Ford, weekdays 9 to 12 am on 567 medium wave (AM) or streaming online at www.capetalk.co.za.
#JoinTheConversation Follow Clarence on Twitter: @clarenceford1

Views and News with Clarence Ford

‘Views and News with Clarence Ford’ shares and reflects a broad array of different perspectives. The show is inspirational, passionate and positive. Clarence and the team aim to leave listeners feeling both motivated and empowered.
Known for his love of jazz and a good game of golf, Clarrie brings his unique flavour to this show. Some new features include ‘Heritage Hour’ every Wednesday between 10 and 11 am, The Masterclass on Fridays at 11 am as well as a segment exploring music trivia. Another new addition is ‘The Unexplained’ segment on Mondays at 10:35. Fan favourite ‘The Naked Scientist’ will continue on Fridays at 9:30 am.
Listen to Views and News with Clarence Ford, weekdays 9 to 12 am on 567 medium wave (AM) or streaming online at www.capetalk.co.za.
#JoinTheConversation Follow Clarence on Twitter: @clarenceford1

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