As the first light of dawn painted the sky in hues of orange and pink,I rose from my bed,excitement flowing through my veins.Today was the day I had been waiting for,for months,the Free State ceremony.With a quick stretch and a deep breath,I began my journey.

The morning air was crisp as I stepped outside,the promise of adventure hanging in the air.The crowded streets greeted me as I made my way to the taxi,you could hear the sound of the footsteps echoing against the pavement.It was a long ride,the quiet and peaceful one.

Arriving at the Free State ground I was greeted by nature,mountains,towering trees and green grass.The air was filled with sweet fragrance of flowers.Tje ceremony itself was filled with love and happiness.I was a small ceremony yet an amazing one.We were dancing to traditional music and drinking traditional beer 'umqombothi'.We were all enjoying ourselves.

As the sun dipped below the horizon,casting a golden glow over the gathering,I had to go back to my house.The day had been long,filled with laughter and joy.And as I drifted off to sleep,I carried with me the memories of my journey to the Free State ceremony,a journey that had changed Ms in ways I could never have imagined.