Like roses, I’ve learned that growth comes after the rain. Each thorn I’ve faced, anxiety, burnout and doubt has shaped me, and each bloom reflects resilience and balance. After the rain, I bloom, because flourishing means pruning what holds me back and nurturing what helps me grow.

After it rains, flowers grow!
- Photographer: otshepeng mabaso
- Date: August 16, 2025
- Collection: University of Cape Town