LIFE IS NOT PERFECT YET…

I don’t know of someone in this world who has always been a 100% happy

I don’t know of someone in this world who has never been hurt, angry or sad

I don’t know of someone in this world who has who has never been betrayed, broken hearted or rejected

That does not exist

Life is not perfect yet it is its imperfections which make it perfect

Sometimes we hurt ourselves

Sometimes others hurt us

Sometimes we make mistakes and regret later

If you’re living a breezy perfectly flawless life then maybe you

are not being true to yourself

You can’t please everyone all the time

A thousand times, people are going to hurt you

A thousand times, you are going to hurt others

The funny thing about life is that we are the only ones who remember our mistakes

We are the only ones who remember how people hurt us

If you are going to let your life be ruled by negative emotions, then you are not seeing the big picture

This world is full of people who never achieve anything because of their emotions

But seriously, emotions were never meant to be bad

Once in a while, just let yourself be hurled up by your emotions

But never ever let it last for too long

You are the only one who gets hurt

Leave everything behind you- all the mistakes and insecurities and start to live life each day with a jolly disposition.

Still smiling in the dream world...

Thanks for stopping by. 

Xoxo Liz.

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CELEBRATING A LEGEND: KWAME NKRUMAH

            

Every Septemper 18 is observed as a public holiday to mark the birthday of  Ghana's first president, The Right Honourable Kwame Nkrumah. Born on 18th September, 1909 in a small town called Nkroful in Ghana, the then Gold Coast, this gifted man proved that indeed we can use our voice to change the world.
With bravery he led Ghana to independence and has truly left footprints in the sands of time.
He believed so much in Africa’s potential. It is no suprise that he was one of the founding members of the organization of Africa Unity.

MOTHER- IN- LAW PHENOMENON

Not another round

It has become a custom to call one’s mother whenever the cry of a new born is heard. The sudden shock of being a newbie mother cannot be handled alone. It was in this light that the Oforis decided to call on board the ever able, ever young, ever super energetic Mama Sabina, Mrs. Ofori’s mum.
Yes, she did her job meticulously. In fact, her work exceeded expectations, but it crossed the invisible line. Hmmm…

Mama Sabina became a dictator and tyrant. Consequently, her daughter and her husband found the simply mundane task of going to their own home an ordeal like passing through the fires of hell. I exaggerate to make a point!

Putting ice cubes on your burnt fingers always feels so relieving, it ameliorates the pain. The relief that the Oforis had when Mama Sabina went beyond the veil can be compared  to having ice cubes on one’s burnt fingers. Lol, exaggerating to make a point.

Perhaps the last and final decision the Oforis had to make was that concerning where they would have to bury dear Mother- in- law. Burying her in Israel where they lived as foreigners was going to be just a cool $500 while burying her in their home country was going to be $5000. Mr. Ofori was the one releasing the funds, hence, he had the onus of making the final choice. Everyone thought that he was going to go in for the $500 bill but he didn’t. That was shocking! The big question was ‘’why?’’

To this he said, ‘’you see, Israel has a history of someone rising from the death in three days. Hmmm… it could be possible that my in- law could resurrect. I just don’t want there to be any loop hole. There shall be no other round of torture.’’

Don’t laugh alone, share the joy!
                      Still smiling in the dream world...

MONEY +EMPOWERMENT =?

It's all about the money

Mimi swore that she really loved him with her heart, soul and very being. In fact, she believed that her love could stand the test of time. Simply put, unwavering.

As fate would have it, they got married.
Pure bliss hovered around their marriage. Honey, sweetie, darling, were what they called each other by.
Six months into the marriage, things started changing and that catalysed a change in Mimi’s behaviour.
The trigger of that change reaction was the beautiful element called money.

The song that Mimi began singing frequently in church became “my house is built on nothing less…”
The joy that characterised the morning greeting and the welcome back home was suddenly missing. She no longer called Richard honey or sweetie, she simply gave a sluggish smile or said ‘huh’, which I must add is not even an adjective. In their room, she faced river Jordan while Riche faced river Niger.

Where is the heart and soul that vowed the unflinching love?

Surprisingly, Richard business bloomed magically and he was blessed with a copious amount of money. When he went home, his wife gave him the now normal nonchalant form of greeting. Then he decided to try a little experiment on his wife. As he looked straight ahead in to the mirror, he splashed the bundles of money on their bed and gingerly monitored any change in his wife. When Mimi caught sight of the money, she appeared so uplifted that her face turned into that of a Chinese. Yes, money can perform a face- lift.
‘’darling, you know I have been praying for you’’, Mimi said.
‘’awe… praying for me’’.

Money does empowers. It does wonders.
Still smiling in the dream world…

Don’t laugh alone, share the joy.

Thanks for stopping by.
Xoxo,
Liz.
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MUST HAVE AFRICAN PRINT INSPIRED ACCESSORIES

Be in vogue

Hey lovely,
style up your outfit with these accessories and have all eyes on you. Don't be left out. African print have now become a must have.  It's not just about the trends, be in vogue.

A WEAVE WEARER'S STORY REVEALED

The big weave debate

In a world of perfection, in a world where women are judged by their looks, they would stop at nothing in their quest to be ‘’beautiful’’. The weave is more often than not marketed as capable of fulfilling that wish. People of all walks of life wear them.  Celebs like Beyoncé, Megan Good, Kim Kardashian and Gabrielle union can be spotted wearing a weave most of the time. For those not born with naturally thick and long hair, the weave is seen as a remedy.

The weave is considered a form of protective style. Really, is it? Or we are being deceived?

After about a year and half of meticulously taking care of my mane, it had grown into a length that I was super proud of. It was thick and full of body. With a busy schedule and no free time, I decided to get a sew-in, which I thought would protect my hair while making me look gorgeous. I must add that that is the main reason thousands of ladies prey on the weave; they want a quick fix.

5 THINGS I LEARNED FROM TAYLOR SWIFT

Taylor swift has a track record of immense success. Entering the music industry at the tender age of 14, she has proved to be worthwhile. No wonder Taylor swift is a household name. She is a fashion icon, singer-songwriter, actress and above all an inspiration to the youth. I absolutely love all her songs from blank space to 22, you name it. Moreover, i always hear hear songs everywhere i turn. And when your songs are being sung by childern in the most unexpectected places, then you know that your music knows no boundaries.

5 THINGS I LEARNED FROM KOFI ANNAN

There are those times when you are reading someone’s biography and it touches you so much. Gosh! You even wish that that was your life. A life well-lived, they call it. Kofi Annan can be said to be one of Africa’s biggest success story. His leadership skills is top-notch; a true role model he is and he was a former secretary-general of the United Nations. Reading dear Kofi’s biography has massively inspired me. Honestly, it does not matter where you start or where you are.