I'm not sure how to do this. How can I try and describe someone so special in plain old words? And, how can I possibly sum up the feelings and memories I have for Busola in one tribute? It’s almost impossible.
I’ve read so many messages this week and have heard from many people from many places saying “there are no words” – well, there are. There are words.
There are words of happiness about the treasured time we all had with Busola, albeit too brief. There are words of beauty to describe her individuality and how she always looked. There are words of sorrow to try and communicate what we are feeling now she has left us.
But maybe most of all there are words of strength, of hope, of power, of resilience and of tender love. Words that can bring us all together, to cross these choppy waters and come out the other side, better for it.
For me Busola was a fiery spark full of love and determination. She was beautiful, smart, challenging, empathetic and encouraging. She always looked to grow; to better herself as a person. She was a great listener with time for friends from all walks of life. She was as selfless as she was determined and left her mark on so many people. A great loss among us all. Nothing breaks my heart more than having a world that no longer has you in it. You weren’t one in a million but just you and it was an honor to have shared this life with you. We never got the chance to say goodbye. Now we all know you're in a better place. Rest in peace my dearest sister!
Yinka Jacob (Coker)
( GCA)