The African words "Bula matari" translate to English as; "Breaker of myths or rocks" and comes from the African language Swahili. This is spoken in Eastern Africa in regions or countries such as; Kenya, Ethiopia, Somalia, Uganda etc. Michael from Ghana has used this phrase many times when referring to me. Which of course can only be regarded as a great kindness considering the value he places on the phrase and its use.
"Bula matari" is in fact a Kenya wise saying or phrase. Very wise indeed, especially when accompanied by Ghanaian Michael Appiah's favourite phrase "keep Hope Alive". Well as a "Bula matari", hope must always be kept alive. So it will come as no surprise to note that I managed the 70 lengths that were required on Sunday. In fact I surpassed that figure and managed a total of 72 before I popped out of the pool in order to make contact with a friend that I had heard has had a bad week. Hope and myth breaking must always including caring for others. But I had to complete the target before I could calmly make contact. You too can become a "Bula matari", it just means pushing yourself a bit more, maintaining a sense of purpose and direction and thinking of the bigger picture.
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