Trio in desperate need of homes before its too late<\/a><\/h4>\nMasego started writing the poems for her book in 2017 after being inspired by her friend Jacqueline Matjila.<\/p>
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\u201cMy friend, who is a poet, knew I enjoyed writing poetry but kept it to myself.<\/p>\n
\u201cShe asked me to start working on a poetry book with her and I thought why not?<\/p>\n
\u201cHowever, we were later advised to part ways as many friendships have been ruined by book collaborations.\u201d<\/p>\n
The pair heeded the advice, but never stopped helping and supporting each other.<\/p>\n
\u201cIf I got a contact or idea I thought could help her I passed it on and she would do the same for me,\u201d Masego explained.<\/p>\n
When asked where she draws her inspiration from she explained, \u201cI draw inspiration from daily life, personal experiences and the lives of those around me.<\/p>\n
\u201cI also draw inspiration from critical issues, like abuse or human rights.<\/p>\n
\u201cI take my time writing. A topic or experience needs to speak to me before I can write \u2013 I cannot force it.\u201d<\/p>\n