Life's diary

  Why do you think dogs are widely regarded as "Man's best friend"? Mostly because of their close relations, loyalty and companionship with humans. We see how that a dog protects, guards, gives attention, affection and loyalty. Take a cue from that It mostly captures all that we crave for and desire in friendship; Loyalty? Have you found anyone who detests having loyal people around? Affection? It's why we relate We all want to feel accepted and loved. Not judged and condemned How well of a friend are you? Do your friends know you're their friend? Who are your friends? Are they good friends? Do a check Self evaluation is the bedrock of self improvement.

The Rain Maker is gone! As I seat here, listening to  'Send down the rain' continuously.. I say to myself  "It is no coincidence that right there in the rain, in the sleep of the night, you passed on" Talent, creativity and passion at its finest Majek Fashek Majekodunmi Fasheke The reggae music crooner who toured far and wide with his voice and art,  Bringing people together, inspiring hope and change wherever he went It's sad to have you go this way to the vices of drugs. Yet, you have left a mark. Your voice and music will carry on for me and I'm sure it's same for many others. The 'send down the rain' hit maker is gone to a better place Rest on, Soldier..

When we were very little, our parents, school teachers, caretakers, would forbid that we talked, stood up, or engage in other activities while eating at the dining table.  They did well to always sound the word “Table manners” in our ears. But really were they table manners? Or just control measures on the dining table for kids? Do a reality check! Since most of us grew up, became adults, how many of us keep quiet while eating? Or even sit rightly? Not to talk of pressing our phones while eating? I’m sure not many of us still do with very few exceptions. Even back then, I noticed we were the only ones not permitted to talk, while on the other hand, our parents laughed hysterically, and talked as they chewed on their food. So, it got me thinking at that age, why exactly it was binding on us as kids? Was it an issue of manners? Were our parents mannerless? Or they were above such? But as I grew up, and fitted seamlessly into the same pat...

It's here, February 14 Alas! Happy Valentine's day! How do you like to be shown love? Fact is that how we express love to others is how we love to receive it. Do you know your love language? There are 5 of them Read up on it, I'm not telling you 😀 We all are a blend of all five, but express select love language more dominantly than others. Show love today To those around you Lovers, family, parents, friends, It's a day to celebrate love and the best way is to show it Have fun!

It’s no news that tomorrow is Valentine’s Day.  Many people are fixed up for this particular day. For some, it’s the perfect time to pop the question;”will you marry me?” Yeah, the entire proposal frenzies. For some, a day to spend with loved ones, see movies, see places, the park, the idea is to have fun through whatever they decide to do, share love, laugh, and cuddle, share gifts, give surprise treats, and the likes. And while for some, it’s just another day; not really interested in what the day means or signifies. For them it’s just another day to enjoy what they do or maybe stay indoors all through. Well, how people choose to spend their day is not my business, and is not the reason why I’m writing this. I want to bring a salient reminder to the fore and lay it bare, to both the celebrants of the day or the onlookers. What is it I want to remind you about? Today, you’ll be surprised at the number of people out there who don’t love themselves. Yes! ...

Eyes glittering like pearls Face sparkling like diamond Hair strands twinkling like stars Nobles' hearts skipped beholding her beauty Warriors esteem her than their booty Her smile sends chill down valiant's spine All sought for her attention The richests showered her affection Brought fortunes from their collection Perhaps she could notice their admiration All was naught, nothing sets her feelings in motion Up from the blues appeared a gentleman Not a royalty Neither from nobility Just a man, like you and me Young man met with dame Love at first sight it was Love sparked Emotions explode Though not too handsome a fellow His charms made her mellow She brought her pride really low To affinate under the yellow sun But he never knew Love is not in charms Of course it would harm Oh man! You just hooked on an angel She's fallen for you Can you pray the price? Do you at all know the cost? Are you ready for this? Later. Dawns and twilights Summ...

Back from where i left off, still on harsh realities of life 4. You'll face Challenges! Yes! Life's challenges happens to every one of us. God's children are not exempted! We're only assured of victory before we face them. Easy already right? 😁 See this : John 16:33 KJV These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world. Romans 8:37 KJV Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us. Challenges are welcome. They prove who we are We are more than conquerors! Don't sulk or complain at the sight of challenges. You've been declared winner even before facing them. So act like you know that already.

Healthy Tuesday How to keep your fruits/veggies fresher for longer. 1. Keep your fridge clean Very Important! 2. Don't store tomatoes in the fridge. Their storage time varies from 3 weeks to 2 months depending on how ripe they are when you buy them. To make them last longer, keep in a pantry or on the counter because low temperature makes them lose their flavor and taste 3. Keep your onions in nylon stockings. They get rotten quickly. They are best kept in a cool, dark place. If kept well, they can last up to 8 months. 4. Put Potatoes in a dark and cool place. Plastic bags are not best for storage. Paper bags are better. Otherwise, place them in a box with newspaper under. 5. Don't store veggies and fruits near a gas stove or an area that tends to have heat or smoke. Heat is known to increase the ripening process. When exposed, they get ripe too soon. 6. Freeze ripe bananas for your smoothies. If you've bought bananas that are ripe but you want to...

The best guide to the situations of life is God's word, because it is the Truth! And its why I have used it to define this series. So, in continuation, Number 3 3. People will always have their opinion about you, however wrong they can be. Jesus himself was not excluded! More ridiculous than ever, some people were of the opinion that he (Jesus) was John the Baptist! I mean they were seen alive together, how dumb can this get? Matthew 16:14 KJV And they said, Some say that thou art John the Baptist: some, Elias; and others, Jeremias, or one of the prophets. People will always have their opinion! Don't lose your identity because of them. Stay true to who you are. You know you best. This is not to shun the opinion of people completely but this is to never rely on the opinion of others of you above what you think of you. In this context!

People will hurt you. The earlier you know this, the better. Luke 17:1a KJV Then said he unto the disciples, It is impossible but that offences will come: Jesus says it's IMPOSSIBLE! As you go through life, people will hurt you, as you will also hurt people. People will use you! We are to forgive through it all. Luke 17:4 KJV And if he trespass against thee seven times in a day, and seven times in a day turn again to thee, saying, I repent; thou shalt forgive him. Serious work right? Only a devil will count how many times he's offended by one person in a day 😃 You're not, so you'll keep forgiving.

1. Everyone will not like you. Yes! Sorry and don't be! Jesus Christ, the very son of God, I mean;   the love of God walking on two legs was hated and despised of men. See this; John 1:10-11 KJV He was in the world, and the world was made by him, and the world knew him not. [11] He came unto his own, and his own received him not. Don't be too hard on yourself. You'll meet people who won't like you Irrespective of you or what you do. Cope with it 🙂

It’s been a hectic day! Got in at past 1am It’s why I’m writing at this time Tired, hungry, exhausted My lungs and kidney are full of vehicle exhaust My body smells smoke Eeew! I need rest Rest rest! I can’t shout Ciao!

You know through out the day, I looked around and racked my brain for what to write on particularly and I didn’t find any. But you know the idea behind this is to write. And I still don't have but  I’m writing already…smiles😁 Also?   You’re reading too So here I am thinking, "I don’t have anything to write", but I already am. This reminds me of the very many times we think in our minds that things are not going well for us, but right through it, because we have a limited perspective of things, we neglect or overlook the tangible successes that are around us. Okay, so, why gloat about your situation, or feel as if nothing is working? Check around! The details, the perceived little blessings, Same way many times, we seem ‘stuck’, at a stop but instead of forging ahead, we delay for thinking we have nothing to do. Sometimes, just go ahead and do something. Keep busy, keep making moves. The idea is that you’re not caught doing nothi...

Hi, how’re you today? Just like I promised to do often; Trust your day went well? Very often, I come across people today, who worry themselves about if they’re attractive enough. Some complain about their height, shape, bust, facial look, wondering if they’ll ever be able to attract the right person. So, here’s it; I want to share with you some quick tips in looking more attractive. I usually have 5 but in my generous mood tonight, I’ll provide 3. I’ll keep 2, not bad right? They are very simple things. I remember yesterday how I shared on little things and this aspect further proves it, that little and simple things have the most effects on people. It works for everybody! You can trust me on this; Everyone has the ability to be more attractive! It’s not hard! Tip number one: Smell good! Not what you were expecting? Just keep reading When you smell good, no matter who you are. The funny thing is, for those who are in relationships now, you used ...

Today was my first time out since the start of the working days here in Lagos, Nigeria. I got to experience the effects of the ban on ‘keke’ and ‘okada’, you can check the words up in the oxford dictionary.  My ordeal today further lends credence to the saying that “You don’t know the value of what you have till you lose it” Maybe many of us didn’t really appreciate the value the okada and keke provided till the ban forced us to realize. It wasn’t too bad though, I walked a few distance till I got to areas where their operations were permitted.  The weather was terribly hot, dry and dusty to make it worse. You know, what we call ‘little’ things matter a lot right? I mean the check-ups, one-minute calls, chats, texts, appreciative messages, words of encouragements Many times we fall into this mayhem of thought, thinking that we need to ‘make a statement’ with expensive gestures before we can impact those around us or before they appreciate us. D...

Let’s talk about embarrassments. What’s the most memorable embarrassment you’ve had to suffer? I remember an event that happened sometime ago in secondary school, far-away from home, FGC, Ogbomoso. It’s one of my most memorable embarrassing moments. Each time I reminisce on this event, it brings a mix of laughter and shame. It happened that on this day, that the previous night, I was at the school clinic to get some medication for fever, which explained why I overslept into the next morning and was late for the assembly.  I jolted up from the bed, upon hearing the shouts and running around in pandemonium.  It took me a few minutes to access the situation as I was still feeling the drowsing effects of the drugs I took.😪 Getting up, I saw the SS3 students also in chaos, trying to flee the hostel. This got me worried.  It was strange to find senior students who were busy with WAEC exams bother themselves about staying back in the hostel duri...

“What do you know about love?” I hear this statement a lot from elderly people when they see young folks who talk about been ‘In love’ Those times in college, or University here in this part of the world, you see two people, full of energy, passion, mostly full of indecision, but just ready to go all the way in love, or so they think. You know what I’ve found out? Most times, many of these relationships don’t survive the outside of the four walls of school. You know why? It brings me back to that question; what do you know about love? After few years outside of those walls, I now fully subscribe to same line of thought. Except for the very few, who were very deliberate with their lives and already know where their lives were headed, these few alone are the ones I have seen able to keep such relationships and even get married. For the majority, many don’t even have the slightest view of what holds for them after graduation. After the euphoria o...

Wow! It’s here, February I mean. A month gone already! Or should I say 31 days? Or 744 hours? Can you remember how you felt on the first day in the year? I’m talking about the hopes, optimism, belief, drive, positivity, aspirations? Can you compare it with how you feel after over 44,640 seconds? Has it waned? Is it more intense? What changed? Can you still remember your goals for the year? Life, health, academic, family, travel, spiritual, career, What about your deal breakers? And those things you promised to stop? How has it been so far? Do an honest check! Many things have happened in the little space of 2020, I’ve seen the good; I’ve seen the not too good Maybe things were just a continuation of the year before, or perhaps the earth knows for herself she’s in a new decade? Anything different yet from how things were? Does the year difference count for anything except for age? Is the year indeed pregnant? Or we are just getting to s...

Increase Your Brand Awareness 1.      Partner with other brands When just starting out, this can propel your brand faster and easier. Work on partnerships with similar or complementary values and identity. 2.      Use Infographics: Everyone loves infographics. 90% of the information transmitted to the human brain is transmitted visually and according to research studies we process images 60,000 times faster than we process texts( except its credit alert of course!) So using captioned images is a great way to communicate information very quickly. There are platforms that help with designing quality infographics like;           Canva.com           Piktochart.com           Visme.com Promote your ideas and info to your target audience by making use of these platforms. If you are devel...

It was hot in one of the last days in 2018 and the air tasted bitter, I was on my way to Akure to sort out my clearance. On the previous day, I had just voiced my ideas in passing with Ojo Daniel. I remember sitting in the Car as the hot air brushed my skin and talking to God that I really wanted to see this idea through. Practically, I had no foreknowledge (experience wise) in this industry, during my undergraduate days I was into construction of buildings and interior design for Houses and offices. I had a well painted picture of how I’ll like to put it out, some little theoretical know how and knew no one! I can still remember how humble I was that day talking to God about it. I could feel beyond the fact that I was seated that he heard me. In two days, I was back from my trip. I got a ‘hardcover’ notebook and started writing all of this idea in it. You would have thought the company was in business already. I remember on different occasions, I’ll talk with my Pasto...

BRANDING Choosing for yourself a brand name In the world today, there are over 300 million companies and getting a brand name can be quite difficult. So, what do you need to know about picking a name? 1.      Select what type of name you want? There are 7 different categories of names and every brand in the world falls within any of them.                                  i.             Eponymous: These names embody the belief of the founder. Examples are Adidas, Tesla, Disney                               ii.             Descriptive: The name te...