Tears of My life is the unforgettable account of a dreaded famine that claimed many lives. It is the story of Kofi, the author, whose courage to survive amid scoundrels is rare. His torturous struggles, worsened due to the death of his father, have inevitably left some dark stories-tales that gave birth to dangerous child labor. His luxury of food was nothing more than dried palm nuts with herbs or unripe mangoes. In abject poverty, he started school under a big mango tree and later attended in an old structure with palm-kernel walls. Looking back at his past and his many sufferings as a sand-winner, minor road construction laborer, and a lot more during his teenage years, Kofi felt that he was abused, victimized, and enslaved by his own people. This was why he envisioned suicide as his last resort after a betrayal by an evil friend. His awesome survival of partial blindness, inflicted grief, and undesirable dejection has lifted him beyond the odds with great hopes for the suffering children around the globe. As the reader goes through the dreaded facts of every wretched situation with him, Kofi smiles at the memories that lie like dust and ashes on his heart, while his enemies rot in the doldrums with shame, devastation, and hopelessness. Through each near-fatal struggle, you'll find yourself enduring his pain, comforting his dejection, and fighting for his will to survive. This inspirational story will remind you of the truth about child labor and the ability we all have to make a difference.
About the Author: Philip Gbormittah was born at Keta in the Volta Region of the Republic of Ghana. He is rooted in the financial sector for over a decade and holds an Executive MBA in Banking and Finance from ESG - Paris Graduate School of Management - France. In May 2005, Philip was voted branch winner of Standard Chartered Bank's Loyalty Promotion Competition. Philip was also thrice recognized as a customer centric individual whose humility and exhibited service standards was worthy of emulation and second to none. Philip's unique accomplishments garnered national and international commendations. In July 2012, Philip was recognized as "Best Staff of Department", in October 2012, Philip was honored as "The Over-all Best FLA-(Frontline Associate) for the Southern Zone", and ultimately in December 2012, Philip was awarded "The International Award of Excellence" by his employers. Philip is dedicated to helping others help themselves and to inspire the youth worldwide.