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Beautiful Spring

Rainfall or shine, flowers and bird calls Squirrels and trees, spring brightens all Dwell in tree houses, sit out in beaches, Live in the beauty within and without you

March 21, 2020
To my First Grays

You make me look old Like the folktales I told I wish away old age But they say gray is sage I feel happy warmth, When I muse over it

March 20, 2020
Self Reflection 15: Compassion

Consideration for others is the basis of a good life, a good society.

March 20, 2020
Update on Covid19

March 19, 2020
My Friend, the Free Wind

I like that I soak in the rain, Catching water drops That melt before my eyes I play with Nature’s gifts, Dancing with the wind, My free, worthy friend! Rejoicing when our pots fill To embrace mother Nature’s bliss.

March 19, 2020
Thoughts on Africa and Covid19

March 18, 2020
Update: Covid19 in Africa

This image from CGTN Africa show African countries with confirmed Covid19 cases. Stay safe everyone. #coronakindness

March 17, 2020
Folklore: The Straw, the Coal and the Bean from Gutenberg Project

In a village dwelt a poor old woman, who had gathered together a dish of beans and wanted to cook them. So she made a fire on her hearth and that it might burn the quicker, she lighted it with a handful of straw. When she was emptying the beans into the pan, one dropped…

March 16, 2020
Self Reflection 14: Courage

Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage. –Lao Tzu

March 16, 2020
Muse: Think of us

Think of a future together, Let it go if you can’t see one

March 16, 2020
Wait on the Stars

Night is falling, I wait on the stars to tell a tale or two.

March 15, 2020
The Magic in a Smile

A smile is the prettiest thing you can wear. Let me tell you a story of how my experience got me an intern position in a leading Nigerian bank. In 2010, I was privileged to sit for a recruitment test in my school. The test was supervised by representatives of Diamond Bank Nigeria PLC, now…

March 15, 2020
Thoughts: Friends Vs Foes 2

After watching this funny video, I concluded that people are not always what they seem. Friends, colleagues and even family members may sabotage someone’s effort, thereby becoming a hindrance to that person’s progress. Keep in mind that we can achieve progress when everyone in our boat is rowing with and not against us. ***

March 14, 2020
Self Reflection 13: Happiness

Fill yourself with joy. Let your inner self radiate true happiness.

March 14, 2020
Stay Safe

News of the spreading virus makes the headline each day. I think everyone can play a role to stop it. I’m impressed and grateful for the effort, resources and time our health and medical workers employ to contain the virus. I think bloggers should help by talking about it and sharing information about the virus…

March 13, 2020
Homeland

I love you homeland

March 13, 2020
Another visit to Ovim’s Hills

March 13, 2020
Self Reflection 12: Patience

The law of sowing and reaping may take time to manifest sometimes, but it will surely come to pass.

March 12, 2020
Music in me

They say you are the reason why they sing, I say you are the song in my heart.

March 12, 2020
Muse: Family

Things may change but we begin and end with the family.

March 11, 2020
Self Reflection 11: Feed your Faith

Feed your faith, starve your doubts.

March 10, 2020
Lullaby: Breezy Night

Breezy nights are fun, Soft air descend, Caressing the happy curtains, Flirting with the candle light And casting a strange shadow From the pool, the frog choir began Preparing for their procession Yet this night is very young So I wait for the coming rain And her wonderful lullabic songs

March 9, 2020
Self Reflection 10: Don’t worry

Worry gives a small thing a bigger shadow. Feed your faith and don’t be anxious!

March 9, 2020
Muse: Meet me

Meet me at the tunnels end, there I’ll wait…

March 9, 2020
International Women’s Day

I wish everyone a happy International Women’s Day! Remember, education is still the best empowerment.

March 8, 2020
Self Reflection 9: Loyalty

Be faithful in small things. Because, it’s in them that your strength lies. Mother Theresa.

March 8, 2020
Dealing with Anger and Frustration

I compiled what worked for me in dealing with anger and frustration, I hope they work for others too. The first thing I do when I’m angry is to walk away. I hold back the urge to argue, reply or fight back even when I’m clearly right. When I’m angry I ignore the offender and…

March 6, 2020
Self Reflection 7: Plan

Plans not executed are as good as failure.

March 6, 2020
Memories

You remind me of home, far away, Fine memories I cherish each day

March 6, 2020
Self Reflection 6: Watch and Pray

Never relax your guard: watch and pray.

March 5, 2020
Homecoming

Mama is waiting The hills too! The road is slow I hear her call… I’m coming mother, I’m coming home!

March 5, 2020
Self Reflection 5: Be contented

There’s nothing wrong in helping, giving away roses, gifts and love. People may take these for granted, be contented to being the good person you are.

March 4, 2020
Self Reflection 4: Gratitude

Gratitude is an attitude that creates doors in walls and hearts.

March 4, 2020
Muse: My friend

You my friend is wild, Yet your acquaintance is mild

March 4, 2020
Remember

Remember the setting sun will rise, Tomorrow will become yesterday And life must definitely find a way

March 4, 2020
First rain

First rain, Strong wind, We celebrate The long wait, And sniff the scent Off the wet earth

March 3, 2020
Always be mine

Always be mine.

March 3, 2020
Self-Reflection 3: Focus

Focus and reflect. 📷@sabine_stols

March 2, 2020
Self Reflection 2: Love yourself

Love yourself enough to take the actions required for your happiness.

March 2, 2020
Self Reflection 1: Walk alone

Sometimes it’s good to walk alone to allow your mind find its purpose.

March 2, 2020
Thank you

March 1, 2020
Diary of a Village Boy: The Leopard Spirit 6 (Another Attack)

That night I had another attack. It was midnight and everybody was settled for some sleep. The moon was white, there were no stars and the evening brought mild breezes. Wild dogs and wolves howled from the hilly distance and the night was deafened in their terrifying noise. Night was nobody’s friend those days. Travelers…

March 1, 2020
Happy New Month

Here’s to wish you all a fruitful month! Let’s march on to greater fruitfulness, open doors, good health and blessings. ❤💚💜💛💙

March 1, 2020
All about Coronavirus

Nigeria recorded her first case of Coronavirus 2 days ago. I received this video from a friend in Italy. Please share this video with loved ones.

February 29, 2020
African Folklore

Folklore are tales, legends, superstitions of a particular ethnic population. In Igbo culture and other African societies, story telling is unique, such that it is a passage to transmit the tradition of a place from one generation to another. These tales convey the history, ancient messages and old knowledge. They teach morals and virtues to…

February 27, 2020
The Rainmaker’s Tales: Beginning

When I am not making the rain fall To flood the village and farms And to make the river banks overflow Then I will be watching the glittering stars And talking to her, the night and moon Well, the night is never complete without a tale And this is for the sleepy little ones, I…

February 26, 2020
Take a Break

Do you feel overwhelmed by life’s stress? Then it’s time to take a break. Here are some recommended tips to stay relaxed: 1. Take a nap: It’s obvious that our bodies are designed for rest. So enjoying some sleep is a good way to relieve stress. 2. Water, water, and more water: Water is life.…

February 25, 2020
Muse: Life

Life is strings of memories, Little moments and turning points, Love and forgiveness, Flowers and breezy nights, Happiness and bird watching… Life is living experience, Horse riding and beaches, Hiking and sunset, Coconut juice and warm soups, So life is found most in simple things… *** Want a WordPress site like this one? Then click…

February 23, 2020
View from my Backyard

February 23, 2020
The Rainmaker’s Tales 2

Now it was tradition that young men Cut wood in the neighboring forest Before they are allowed to chose a maiden There was no axe in the town and nearby hamlets So young men did desperate things, Mirtle was a young man, deformed in one hand, Humbly dull, but very courageous Youth of the hamlet,…

February 22, 2020

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