Loving Pezo

Episode 5

That weekend passed so quickly. With a number of lined up events that Mukuka and Pezo had to
attend to, none of them saw it disappear. From mass on that Sunday, they went to the Chombas
to arrange for a few things that was required for Kalima’s welcome party. For besides the usual
meal at lunch, they had planned for this to celebrate their son’s return. The two ladies took it upon
themselves to organize for the whole event. From the deco, the invitation list, the menu and who to
engage to do all these things. For the gift, Pezo took a back stage as she really never knew
Kalima at a personal level but ofcourse, everyone seemed to still ask for her opinion on whatever
they selected. And yes- all that was gotten was Pezo’s very own selection.

That Monday morning, Pezo as always delayed in waking up. She was always bad at that anyway.
Her number one weakness. It was past eight o’clock in the morning and she didn’t seem close to
waking up. As her mother entered her bedroom and opened the curtains and consequently the
windows, she turned and slowly opened her eyes.

Pezo: [yawning] oh is it morning already? I was just beginning to enjoy my sleep mummy.
Mrs. Chinyama: Oh no child- you really have to get out of that bed. You only have an hour to
prepare yourself- besides, I really need you to look good my child. Come on- I will help you select
something to wear.

Pezo: mummy please- it’s just the airport. [Getting out of her sheets] besides – Kalima doesn’t
even know me, so what would be the big deal in dressing up?

Mrs. Chinyama: [abruptly holding her by the hand] he may not know you but remember it’s a family
trend that we keep up appearances whenever we are in public Pezo: I know mum but