A Tribute to My Dear Sister – Auntie Debbie
I honour the life and memory of a woman who was more than a sister to me — she was my friend, my confidante, my support system, and the quiet strength I often leaned on. Auntie Debbie, as she was affectionately known, was a rare gem. A woman of wisdom, of grace and of love.
She believed in me when no one else did. In times when I doubted myself, when the weight of life felt unbearable, she reminded me of my worth. She saw in me a strength I hadn’t yet recognized in myself. And because she believed, I began to believe too. That kind of faith she had in me is a gift I will carry with me for the rest of my life.
My maiden book Fractured Peace was dedicated to her.
Auntie Debbie taught me how to be calm in the midst of storms. She was my anchor, always reminding me to pause, breathe, and trust God’s process. She didn't just speak peace she lived it. Even when life gave her every reason to break down, she remained steady, soft spoken, and filled with quiet courage. Watching her was a lesson in grace under pressure.
She was the kind of woman who made others feel seen and heard. She gave without asking, loved without limits, Her presence in my life was a blessing, her absence now, a wound.
Losing her so suddenly is a pain I cannot explain. But I will honour her memory by living out the lessons she taught me to walk in grace, to believe in others, and to remain calm in the chaos.
Thank you, Auntie Debbie, for everything.
You may be gone from our sight, but never from our hearts.
Rest well, my beautiful sister. I will love you always.