My sister and I sat outside the gate as we waited for my friend to arrive.Our chitenges were wrapped carelessly around our waists and all we could do was indulge in one of the peaceful parts of the process. Distraction. As we watched the road ahead of us, a wedding procession passed by. And it… Continue reading Tribute: The Wedding
Birthday Anxiety
So by this time next week, I would have turned another year older. How do I feel about turning a new age?Grateful. Scared. Insecure. Anxious. Excited. Challenged. Curious.There's nothing special about this. Just wanted to let you know Birthday Anxiety and the fear of not having accomplished something you thought you would yet - is… Continue reading Birthday Anxiety
Small Business-ing
This will not be too long. Hi! So I ordered something(s) online because I was apparently craving pyjamas. As one does. I planned to meet the seller at my workplace after work and was parked right at the entrance. I was able to see the seller as she drove in. The sun was mercilessly hot… Continue reading Small Business-ing
Yesterday
Yesterday my emotions were so out of whack! I could barely get through an hour without collapsing into my thoughts.Yesterday my mind was so clogged I could not find the root of my sadness, so I had no option but to walk around with a heavy mind.Yesterday I ate my weight in food, not the… Continue reading Yesterday
Trustomers: Part 2
Annnd we are back!I've had people straight up text me and ask me where I get my stock. And that makes me lose my footing because it makes you wonder why they would need that information!I can't lie, there is a store here in Zambia that I am motivated by, and I go there sometimes… Continue reading Trustomers: Part 2
A Braid in Time Saves Nine
I embarked on a journey today. No planning. I just put what I needed in place got out my comb and olive oil. And stood in front of the mirror. It has been 2 hours and my progress is laughable. You guessed it, I am braiding my own hair. You see this isn't something new.… Continue reading A Braid in Time Saves Nine
Thick Skin
I've always wondered where business owners got their thick skin. How CEOs walk into a room ready to upgrade or destroy lives. How managers can just come into the room and say whatever is on their minds. Until I thought about a decision that would help grow my small business. My thoughts were scary and… Continue reading Thick Skin
I 4C a Long Journey Ahead – Part 1: The Origin Story; The Somehow Big Chop
Probably the longest blog title I have ever written. I decided to write this because well, I cannot find all my answers on Google. This will be a 2- part entry. The next one will be about my hair routine!My mum told me that my hair has always been unmanageable, therefore, she decided to retouch/treat… Continue reading I 4C a Long Journey Ahead – Part 1: The Origin Story; The Somehow Big Chop
So, You Think You Can Dance?
Yesterday, my sister and I were watching the Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards. As early 20-year-old women in their prime do.At one point it was time for the music performance thing. And it was Justin Bieber *squeals in 2010- induced Bieber Fever*. He obviously had back up dancers and whenever someone performs and they have dancers,… Continue reading So, You Think You Can Dance?
Reminder
Your motivation should originate from what you DON'T want for yourself.