To My Son, Olive – From Your Father, Your Boss
My dear son, Olive,
You are my joy, my pride, and my blessing from God.
Mwana wanga, ndimakukonda kwambiri.
I pray that the Lord will guide your every step.
Usaope moyo, Yehova ali nawe.
Be strong, be humble, and always trust in God.
No matter where life takes you,
Ine, bambo wako, ndidzakhala nanu nthawi zonse.
Mwanangu Olive, Ni ku lata hahulu. (My son Olive, I love you very much.)
Mulimu a ku sireleze ni ku ku etelele mwa nzila ya hae. (May God protect you and lead you in His way.)
Walk in wisdom, my son.
Lemekeza Mulungu, ndipo adzakweza moyo wako.
Never forget who you are,
For you are chosen for greatness.
When you feel weak, remember,
Nimapemphera chifukwa cha iwe tsiku ndi tsiku.
U seke wa saba, Mulimu una ni wena. (Do not be afraid, God is with you.)
Olive, my son,
Shine wherever you go.
Ndine bambo wako, Your Boss, ndipo ndimanyadira kwambiri ndi iwe.
Mulimu a ku fuyoleze, a ku file mbuyoti ni kozo. (May God bless you and give you peace.)
I love you forever, my son.
Ndimakukonda. Ni ku lata hahulu.
May the Lord bless you, protect you, and make you a great man. Amen.