Life is like that sometimes draws readers into the unforgettable personal experiences that have shaped Khaya Dlanga's world. Weaving heartfelt and often hilarious tales, from his rural Eastern Cape childhood to the profound losses he has faced as an adult, Khaya reflects on life's unpredictability with warmth and wit. The vivid stories explore love, loss, loyalty, forgiveness, tradition, chance, mischief, justice, responsibility and resilience, offering insights on relationships, identity and the lessons found in life's toughest moments. Both deeply moving and laugh-out-loud funny, *Life is like that sometimes* is an exploration of personal growth, faith and the power of storytelling to find meaning in it all.