My journey

Time for matric results to be released

On the 7th of January, the long-awaited day finally arrived the day matric rewrite results were to be released. I was scared, completely filled with anxiety and stress. My mind was racing with negative thoughts, asking myself over and over, “What if I’ve failed?”I felt so hot inside, like my body was burning from fear. I couldn’t even eat. I was sweating and restless, waiting for 08:00 to strike so I could check my results online.

That morning, I woke up early but didn’t feel like doing anything. I just lay in bed, listening to music, trying to calm my nerves. My heart was beating fast-fast, and I kept checking the time every few minutes.

At exactly 08:00 am, my father called out to wake me up. I answered him with a lazy voice, pretending to still be asleep, but I was already wide awake inside. I grabbed my phone with shaky hands and went straight to the website.

When I saw the word “Diploma,” I froze for a second. Then suddenly I jumped up on the bed, screaming with joy, “Oh my God! I passed with a Diploma!” I was pumping my fists in the air, feeling like I was dreaming.My parents rushed to my room asking, “U made it? U made it?” I handed them my phone with a huge smile on my face so they could see it for themselves. They hugged me tightly and started praying, thanking God for answering our prayers.

After the celebration, I fixed my bed with so much pride, stood up, and finally went to get some food. I ate with joy in my heart, knowing I had passed. That day reminded me that no matter how hard things get, faith and effort bring results.