Growing up in a typical African home, I learnt that some chores are meant for the girls and women while others are meant for the men. But as I grew older, I began to notice a reversal of roles.…
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Sounds interesting right? I found this specialty on 9jafoodie and I just had to try it out. It will do great for lunch or dinner. Typically, Bolognese sauce is a meat-based Italian sauce served with pasta, but here we are doing…
We all love to be happier, don’t we? But sometimes, things don’t always turn out the way we want them to. Just in case your day is not turning out as good as you want it to, take a break…
Recently, eight men, including four Nigerians, were executed in Indonesia on allegations of drug related crimes. Australian Andrew Chan was one of them. The news shook the entire world with many condemning the sentence of a death penalty carried out…
After the congratulatory messages to newlyweds the next question usually is: “How is married life?” If the couple were to give an honest answer, many would agree that it is usually the hardest. The wedding is over, and the…
I am not referring to the latest designer clothes or wristwatches; rather I am talking about the person you choose to be each day – which is as a result of image you have of yourself. Your dressing up…
Imagine this scenario: Your friend just got the kind of job she had been dreaming of all her life. The pay is great, the office location is favourable and the working condition is comfortable. One month into her new job, her…
Using your phone in the bathroom can spread serious illnesses, and the problem is only becoming worse as people use handheld devices more and more. From tweeting, to putting up Instagram posts, making comments on facebooks and even answering…
Did you know the shelf-life of some items can be extended if they’re kept in cold, dry areas? From beauty items to some common tricks, here are five non-food items to put in your fridge for best results: 1. Medicines: I’ve always…
One thing I have discovered about fashion – and culture in general – is that it evolves so much that each trend or fad, seems to exist in the origin of the former. Old school is becoming new school,…
There is a lot of information on the internet supporting the fact that women live longer than men. This time, researchers are also saying women need to sleep more. According to Jim Horne, a sleep expert, women need a…
It’ a beautiful Saturday and I’m sure like me, some of you would be spending some time in the kitchen. To make your cooking experience easier, here are some interesting kitchen tips I’d like to share with you: Always…
Have you ever been scared of trying out something totally new or out of your zone? Are there times had wished you learnt a skill, or taken a technical/business course, start a business or even apply for a job?…
At first glance, the picture below just looks like an ordinary photo, a hug shared by an older and younger woman. But when you read the story behind the picture, it simply warms your heart. Vicki Brannon, 56, lost her…
Food servers don’t get as much recognition or respect as they deserve. I have had to endure watching people mistreat a waiter or waitress at public places and the sight was never pleasant. A recent experience inspired me to write…
