
Kwasi Ackom, a nagging man, once sought help from his kinsmen, revealing the painful truth about his troubled marriage.
His wife's cruelty had become unbearable, and he sought their intervention to break the union.
With concern and support, his kinsmen visited his home to address the issue. But in a shocking turn of events, Kwasi Ackom, feeling ashamed and cornered, attempted to take his own life at the balcony, trying to prove a desperate point that his kinsmen are intrusive and evil.
Rescued and hospitalized, Kwasi's marriage eventually crumbled. Bitter and hurt, he lashed out at every woman who crossed his path, generalizing his anger and resentment towards the entire gender.
Years passed, and Kwasi's anger never subsided. Now, in his old age, he lies bedridden, alone, and uncared for.
No wife, no children, no loved ones to tend to his needs. His kinsmen, who once tried to help, now keep their distance, saddened by his unyielding bitterness.
As Kwasi Ackom reflects on his life, he realizes too late that his nagging, pride, and anger have led him down a path of isolation and regret.
When physical strength wanes in old age, the power of companionship becomes even more crucial.
When you decide to embark on a lifelong partnership, learn to trust and forgive your spouse in petty issues so the marriage can flourish even in the face of adversity.
BY Nana Ama Asantewaa Kwarko
Literary artist