Our Story
Meet Nickole
Nickole Semakula is the founder of Zeny’s Heart, LLC. Born on January 24, in Nuernberg, Germany, and was raised in Colorado Springs, CO. From a young age, Nickole discovered her passion for singing, a talent she has honed throughout her life. Today, she serves as an inspirational speaker and musician. Nickole is passionate about using her voice to inspire and uplift others. She enjoys interior decorating, working out, playing sports, and traveling. These activities contribute to her well-being and provide outlets for self-expression and personal growth.
Nickole is married to Godwin Semakula, and together they have three children: Marisa, Tyler, and the late Zendaya. The loss of their baby girl Zendaya was a devastating blow to Nickole and her family. However, through her grieving process, she has found a calling to share her story of hope and resilience with others. She believes that by taking action and choosing courage and vulnerability, we can all overcome the challenges that life throws our way. Her message is one of resilience, particularly in the face of grief and loss. She uses her personal experiences to connect with her audience and help them find the strength to persevere through difficult times. Her talks are designed to inspire and motivate, while also providing practical advice and tools for overcoming adversity.
Meet Zeny
Zendaya was one of the sweetest babies I've ever known. She touched many people's lives with her small but mighty presence. Strangers would stop to admire her beautiful little face and were captivated by her spirit. Anyone who held her felt her immense love. She had a kind heart and a spirited attitude that showed when she wasn’t happy with a situation. Even though her heart was suffering, it was big enough to touch many lives.
Our daughter, Zendaya, was born on August 12, 2021, weighing just 4 pounds. Despite the medical team’s expectation that she would pass away quickly after birth, she proved to be a fighter. The NICU nurses were amazed by her strength and affectionately nicknamed her "Warrior Princess." Even after her birth, we faced skepticism from some staff members who doubted her chances. However, Zendaya defied the odds every single day of her life until she passed away on June 10, 2022, just shy of 10 months old.