The Sickly, Smelly Boy - Frankline Okata

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  • čas přidán 3. 07. 2019
  • Franklin Okata did not have the sort of childhood that regular boys have. He had a medical condition that took the joy out of him well into adulthood. However, through all this, he has experienced something that is greater than pain- The love, patience and strength of family. This is his story at Engage 25.
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Komentáře • 175

  • @shadrackkavoi4514
    @shadrackkavoi4514 Před 5 lety +123

    Hav worked in several hospitals, One thing hav experienced.Always thank God when u find urself able to do the normal things u think is obvious.Urinating,defecating, breathing,thinking even walking,seeing and able even to hav sense of smell.Aint obvious if by grace!

  • @gathiij
    @gathiij Před 5 lety +54

    Now, since we have seen mwalimu Andrew, can we please,,,, priss😭 see Biko Zulu....

  • @roselinekiama5819
    @roselinekiama5819 Před 4 měsíci +2

    The kind of wisdom I get in this site is indescribable

  • @marianerima9404
    @marianerima9404 Před 5 lety +47

    Mwalimu Andrew, finally we put a face behind the funny man.

    • @mugendimoses
      @mugendimoses Před 5 lety +3

      i have always searched for his identity, until today. what a story!

  • @arthurkhamatimuchela8177
    @arthurkhamatimuchela8177 Před 5 lety +22

    This is the Mwalimu Andrew "the laugh of my life"

  • @evansomondi9398
    @evansomondi9398 Před 5 lety +15

    Oh Mwalimu Andrew. Had you put on your green kaunda suit and the ECK T-shirt, we would have recognize you earlier. So inspiring.

  • @CoolkenyanInisrael
    @CoolkenyanInisrael Před 5 lety +26

    Wow! Franklin that's encouraging i found myself shouting hallelujah after watching ...i didn't know that teachers can sneak out of school 😅😅😅

  • @victorkipngeno7831
    @victorkipngeno7831 Před rokem +3

    Mwalimu Andrew's message on empathy rather than sympathy is a strong one. What a story.

  • @wanjikumuhoho5478
    @wanjikumuhoho5478 Před 5 lety +21

    Glad to finally meet the person behind Staffroom Diary!! Great story. .can't wait to see Fiolina😅😅

  • @adetimahaga1539
    @adetimahaga1539 Před 3 lety +2

    I guess I’ll never understand human beings, hata such a touching story people still click a thumbs down. Dre, waaah, I expected to see you in a green kaunda 😃, you washed me here. Halafu that day Dr.Kitata of the UoN made us wait for you in ED2 theatre for hours long, you never showed up 😭😭. I’ve been reading you since primary school and I’ll continue to. Love is God and God is love, it’s an energy that if naturally radiated from deep within us to the next person,next creature, makes the world phenomenal. Let’s read more of you. Bless you so much.

  • @perfectacademia4148
    @perfectacademia4148 Před 5 lety +16

    Oh this is Mwalimu Andrew I just love his sense of humor in his literary works.

  • @Geelittel870
    @Geelittel870 Před 2 lety +3

    3yrs later watching this and my take away is despite my condition I don’t need to be healed to be useful…Amen to that!

  • @willywilson3442
    @willywilson3442 Před 5 lety +7

    Call people by their names but not their conditions(WORD)

  • @fatmanasir6691
    @fatmanasir6691 Před 5 lety +5

    A story of real bravery&courage People rarely share their stories of shame.. Your written stories of Mwalimu diaries, bring laughter,reminds me of Wahome Mutahi's(Whispers) characters (Appepkolonia

  • @enockmuyonga9527
    @enockmuyonga9527 Před 5 lety +9

    A very captivating presentation from my kinsman. I actually laugh foolishly every Sunday when I read the mwalimu Andrew column. The man who scored a strong D- and worships in a church called THOAG (The Holiest Of All Ghosts) Tabernacle Assembly. Kudos omwami!

  • @marylindahshitanda7055
    @marylindahshitanda7055 Před 5 lety +4

    Mwalimu Andrew.... Who would have guessed..... And Yes, you don't need to be healed to be useful

  • @wanjiramungailiz2524
    @wanjiramungailiz2524 Před 4 lety +3

    So this mwalimu Andrew l was a very big fan back in the days 2009 -2010 on sunday nation that’s the page l would always look up for a good Sunday laughter kudos mwalimu 👏

  • @nduxmaryam
    @nduxmaryam Před 5 lety +15

    I had a room mate back in high school who had a bed wetting problem. I stuck by her thro' form 3 and 4 coz nobody else wanted to share a cubicle with her. I would even help her take out the matress. Unfortunately we have lost touch. But she was adorable.

    • @EngageTalk
      @EngageTalk  Před 5 lety +2

      You are one of a kind. Bless you.

    • @lynmoraah
      @lynmoraah Před 4 lety +1

      Look for her in your alumni page and social media.

  • @jbdebbielish8483
    @jbdebbielish8483 Před 5 lety +5

    Watching from Saudi Arabia
    Nothing Is parmanent
    Not Even Our Problems

  • @nancyakinyi4555
    @nancyakinyi4555 Před 3 lety +3

    You remind me of something the bible says that love covers all, accepts all, and endures all. I am happy you were loved so wholly in this world. Great inspiration you are!

  • @naillahanne4129
    @naillahanne4129 Před 5 lety +6

    wow am encouraged.my sister is epileptic.but despite that she is a great soul.i love you rhoda

  • @floraosendo7819
    @floraosendo7819 Před 5 lety +11

    Love does conquer all. I enjoy reading Mwisho Wa Lami. I am impressed.

  • @liliekimani6861
    @liliekimani6861 Před 5 lety +7

    By your name Jehovah Rapha , May the healing power of Jesus manifest in your life in Jesus name...there was a woman with an issue of blood and she got healed. Give reference to God of what He done in the past for others and He will do it for you.

  • @wangarimuriithi8748
    @wangarimuriithi8748 Před 5 lety +9

    I have laughed several times through out this video. Really love conquers all, great family.
    I've never heard of you before now I'll google Mwalimu Andrew.
    Teaches us not to take normal bodily functions for granted. Always thank God.

  • @shellymuir8535
    @shellymuir8535 Před 2 lety +2

    "You don't need to be healed to be useful."

  • @periswanjiru8710
    @periswanjiru8710 Před 5 lety +4

    Woooooow identify people with their names not their conditions i love this .....

  • @andrewwanyonyi5548
    @andrewwanyonyi5548 Před 5 lety +4

    Oh My.... Finally I have put a face behind the man who has entertained me every Sunday! Cheers Meeen...It takes boldness to thrive amidst such struggles!

  • @johnjimngugi6053
    @johnjimngugi6053 Před 5 lety +15

    Bed wetting is something that can really lower one's self esteem..
    If you the writer of the staff diaries ,this proves that there's a story behind each writer /writing.
    Great talk

  • @cici526
    @cici526 Před 5 lety +3

    Wow! My former boss, this is amazing, Thank you for this awesome talk. I needed it.

  • @gathigiawahome4316
    @gathigiawahome4316 Před 5 lety +1

    This changes the perspective on so many levels. Very Encouraging.

  • @judikatumo6859
    @judikatumo6859 Před 5 lety +5

    Oooh this is mwalimu Andrew!! 🔥

  • @paulangatia284
    @paulangatia284 Před 5 lety +2

    Being REAL. And a Champion Runner too! Speak, Franklin

  • @fridahsimiyu9196
    @fridahsimiyu9196 Před 5 lety +4

    I get to see mwalimu Andrew. He talks artistically just like his all time stories

  • @kittyjack9052
    @kittyjack9052 Před 5 lety +2

    That's so inspiring sir. Thanks you put a smile on my face.

  • @blessedbea5451
    @blessedbea5451 Před 5 lety +2

    Love is real and conqures everything.....great talk there👌🏾👌🏾👌🏾👌🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

  • @bonwambua5232
    @bonwambua5232 Před 5 lety

    For a moment I was worried, then I remembered the laugh of your life! Its a beautiful life. Big up Dre ,FOkata.

  • @njerittakent873
    @njerittakent873 Před 5 lety +1

    Oooh ! Mwalimu Andrew! My goodness am really glad to finally see the face behind the staff room diary ...

  • @beverlymademba7729
    @beverlymademba7729 Před 5 lety +5

    I enjoy your article. I might as well live in mwisho wa lami. Keep going, way to go!

  • @shirleyodongo6439
    @shirleyodongo6439 Před 5 lety +5

    Wow! This is Mwalimu Andrew! I really enjoy your pieces. Nice to put a face to the by line. Inspiring talk. Thank you.

  • @stewartkiseu3914
    @stewartkiseu3914 Před 5 lety +3

    This is so inspiring! Loved Mwalimu Andrew whenever I get to read the Nation.

  • @steveykimson3158
    @steveykimson3158 Před 5 lety +3

    I'm so proud of you sir... that was moving story and May the good Lord keep you strong all the days to come,lesson learned sir.

  • @ahenius
    @ahenius Před 5 lety

    i salute you man. thanks for the great column of Mwalimu Andrew every Sunday.

  • @rankzkate
    @rankzkate Před 5 lety +3

    This brought tears to my eyes. Thanks for sharing your story my colleague

  • @PrimalInformationMedia
    @PrimalInformationMedia Před 5 lety +3

    OMG finally I get the see mwalimu Andrew, the man behind my Sunday dose of laughter

  • @cedrickwandera17
    @cedrickwandera17 Před rokem +1

    Thank you for making me a lounging stock in school because of the shape of my head. That bone we have to chew with you Mwalimu 😂😂Such a powerful talk🙏

  • @kiruishaglas5922
    @kiruishaglas5922 Před 5 lety

    So inspiring, oh and finally I got to see Mwalimu Andrew

  • @cshixx
    @cshixx Před 5 lety +1

    Good stuff Mwalimu Andrew. Love conquer all.

  • @queensvilleaccounts9032
    @queensvilleaccounts9032 Před 5 lety +1

    Finally i get to know the face and brains behind Mwalimu Andrew; my all time favorite Sunday indulgence. Love conquers all.

  • @jmidunga82
    @jmidunga82 Před 5 lety +2

    Wow, love really conquers.All the best Omusiani and Jackie

  • @teresiamburu4130
    @teresiamburu4130 Před 5 lety

    Awesome. Very encouraging,happy to hear the story of the person behind Mwalimu Andrew.

  • @skeetermwende6221
    @skeetermwende6221 Před 5 lety

    Finally😋😋Mwalimu Andrew..
    Such an inspiring story.

  • @gladysotieno2871
    @gladysotieno2871 Před 5 lety +1

    Franklin Okata....That's my Boss. So inspiring

  • @nduxmaryam
    @nduxmaryam Před 5 lety

    Waaaaa! This is mwalimu Andew wa mwiso wa lami. I love that column.

  • @alicemuasa5454
    @alicemuasa5454 Před 5 lety +1

    wow inspired,you are Mwalimu Andrew,I didn't know.Proud of you.

  • @paulonana5932
    @paulonana5932 Před 4 lety

    Mwalimu Andrew! I have been reading you religiously for the past ten years. Keep it up!

  • @samkimani5426
    @samkimani5426 Před 5 lety +2

    Exciting and inspiring story

  • @elizabethnjau6098
    @elizabethnjau6098 Před 5 lety +4

    Such an inspiring story, FOkata my former team leader. Kumbe you are mwalimu Andrew! 😅

  • @joakimgioche6352
    @joakimgioche6352 Před 5 lety +1

    Oh niwewe mwalimu Andrew....I'm great fun of you...Your story is inspirational

  • @pamelamubuta
    @pamelamubuta Před 5 lety +1

    Wow! What a story! At least now we get to put a face to Mwalimu Andrew.

  • @musaukelvin2401
    @musaukelvin2401 Před 5 lety +2

    Good story - love heals every wound

  • @zadewetu
    @zadewetu Před 5 lety +2

    wah! Finally seen mwalimu Andrew.

  • @dorothykasandi2975
    @dorothykasandi2975 Před 5 lety +1

    Wow! Very inspiring.

  • @wallacemwangi2795
    @wallacemwangi2795 Před 5 lety +1

    What a powerful story

  • @plus254ke8
    @plus254ke8 Před 4 lety

    Wow, mwalimu happy to see you. Thanks for sharing your story.

  • @tonyk9817
    @tonyk9817 Před 4 lety

    Dre! thanks for gracing us with those humorous pieces of writing

  • @mariemerimuluka8096
    @mariemerimuluka8096 Před 3 lety

    Mwalimu Andrew wooooow!!! I am so glad to put the face to it.

  • @Minister-Delina.
    @Minister-Delina. Před 5 lety +1

    wooooow im truly inspired

  • @michaelkabutu9707
    @michaelkabutu9707 Před 5 lety

    Inspired, Mwalimu keep up

  • @nancymuchiri6853
    @nancymuchiri6853 Před rokem

    Finally, l have known who Mwalimu Andrew is.
    Congratulations 👏
    I have enjoyed reading your articles.
    Keep going man.
    You are a brave young man.

  • @batejerezadominic6805
    @batejerezadominic6805 Před 3 lety

    I am deeply humbled, mwalimu andrew is a talented satirical writer..

  • @Grish53
    @Grish53 Před 5 lety

    So inspiring may this impact someone life like it has impacted me

  • @fabiansiganga
    @fabiansiganga Před 5 lety +3

    Love conquers all..

  • @anne-mariekosh5010
    @anne-mariekosh5010 Před 4 lety

    You are blessed, talented and a gift to the world.

  • @thengures.5899
    @thengures.5899 Před 4 lety

    May God bless you . Staff room diary has always been my favourite.

  • @dancankimani2556
    @dancankimani2556 Před 5 lety

    I SALUTE YOU MAN ...... thank you for sharing

  • @amerudi111
    @amerudi111 Před 5 lety +1

    Great testimonial

  • @terryjames6861
    @terryjames6861 Před rokem

    Ooh God,what a strong man,thanks for sharing

  • @annabellwainaina2300
    @annabellwainaina2300 Před 5 lety

    Hi buddy. This is so real and inspiring. Just like you.

  • @annemwangi2411
    @annemwangi2411 Před 5 lety

    Mwalimu Andrew wow!inspiring.

  • @janebeardsley7035
    @janebeardsley7035 Před 4 lety

    Nice! Finally met mwalimi Andrew!

  • @florencemawanda6374
    @florencemawanda6374 Před 5 lety

    wow = thank you for sharing

  • @benardmwangi843
    @benardmwangi843 Před 5 lety

    Finally I meet mwalimu Andrew 😀😀😀😀😀

  • @daviditeleng1346
    @daviditeleng1346 Před 5 lety

    Waaaaooooohhhh i never saw this coming,kumbe ni wewe mwalimu Dre.

  • @benedictkipkemoi-kd5tg
    @benedictkipkemoi-kd5tg Před 2 měsíci +1

    "Call people by their names, not by their conditions"

  • @mingotubesteve
    @mingotubesteve Před 9 měsíci

    Wondeful. I also love you column.

  • @wanjikukarua8510
    @wanjikukarua8510 Před 5 lety +2

    This is Okata....kumbe ni wewe mwalimu Andrew

  • @chuxx
    @chuxx Před 4 lety

    You make me happy Dre!

  • @LOICESHIRWA
    @LOICESHIRWA Před 3 lety

    Awwww!! this is a way too good talk

  • @convinemukidanyi864
    @convinemukidanyi864 Před rokem

    Wow 😲. So touching and inspirational

  • @hadassah3560
    @hadassah3560 Před 5 lety +5

    "You don't need to be healed to be useful " . That right there is an iconic phrase.....bless you for sharing your life..
    Psst:Mwalimu Andrew did not replace Whispers in my view there is continuity . It has not only brought a fresh sense of humour with an awesome twist they both would have had to be printed daily if Wahome M was there for your literary work is at par and beyond

  • @bonifacekisuva8632
    @bonifacekisuva8632 Před 3 lety

    Great stuff mwalimu andrew.

  • @sukiiizuri5304
    @sukiiizuri5304 Před 5 lety

    This beautiful

  • @rosaliembarikiwa592
    @rosaliembarikiwa592 Před 4 lety

    For sure love conquers everything.

  • @katush7959
    @katush7959 Před 5 lety

    Amazing story

  • @bumpymaternitywear2143

    Amazing couple Jaky and Frank,i miss you guys during our CG meetings.

  • @anniemuisyo6327
    @anniemuisyo6327 Před rokem

    what a father God bless him.

  • @ln2542
    @ln2542 Před měsícem

    Wa!!!! Thank you!!!!

  • @Aposh2013
    @Aposh2013 Před 5 lety

    Very inspiring

  • @dimpleorange5785
    @dimpleorange5785 Před 3 lety

    Thank You Faithful God for making me whole daily.

  • @hellenkamau1121
    @hellenkamau1121 Před 5 lety +3

    Aaaaah now i can put a face to ever the full of drama mwalimu andrew 🤣