Showing posts with label african. Show all posts
Showing posts with label african. Show all posts

Wednesday, 31 August 2016

WRITING: IT’S OKAY TO COMPLAIN


Happy new year! Yes, I know we’re already into the final quarter of 2016. Seeing as I haven’t posted anything here in about I year, I figured why not just wish you all a happy new year J Anyway, I hope 2016 has been good to all of you. My year has been alright so far, I graduated but I’m currently unemployed. Trust me, four years of university does not prepare you for the unemployment that’s yet to come. I’m not totally bummed though; I do have quite a lot of free time on my hands now. Actually, I’ve made a few job applications here and there which haven’t yielded any results so far but I’m hopeful. Truth be told, I’d much rather do my masters but it seems like that will have to be put on hold for now. I guess it’s just me and my job search for now. Wow, I think that’s more than enough from me. There’s my little update for you all. 

So I guess I can now get to writing this post. Here we go......

I think I may have mentioned in my earlier blog posts that I write as things come to me. For some reason I can’t seem to get the hang of writing my thoughts somewhere before I publish them here on my blog. I’m saying this to let you know beforehand (that’s if you’re a new reader) that my posts may go around in circles until I eventually get to what I am trying to say. With that being said, I shall now begin. *I’m for real this time*
I’ve been feeling a little down the past few days. Uhm, I don’t think I can pinpoint a particular reason as to my current disposition.  Nonetheless, I’m feeling much better today. I guess getting back to writing has helped.  I actually took a break out from cleaning my room to write this. Anyway, as humans it’s normal to feel down every once in a while. We are emotional creatures and some feel more than others. What I’m trying to say is that we all handle our emotions differently. What may be bothering you may not seem as such a big deal to someone else. However, that’s not to say that it is any less of an issue. I wrote something sometime last year about being grateful. I’ll put the link right underneath this post. 

I know sometimes it’s difficult to say if you’re unhappy or express how you truly feel for fear of being called ungrateful. That is not the case. I realized something recently, It’s okay to feel down, it’s okay to feel unhappy and it’s also okay to complain. Regardless of your type of personality, we all feel unhappy sometimes. There’s nothing worse than feeling unhappy and bottling the feeling inside. I personally feel that no matter how strong you are, bottling your displeasure about something will eat you up on the inside. 
            
A lot of times we don’t get the chance to address our problems but when the time does come, I advise you seize the opportunity. Even the you may not get the chance to directly confront the person or situation, I’ve come to realize that it helps to talk to someone about it. I have a really good friend who I’ve known for six years now. He’s my go to guy. There are times when he’s unable to help but simply talking to him does the trick. He’d be so flattered if he knew I wrote this about him, lol.
I think that’s about it. Besides, I do really need to get back to cleaning my room. I wish you all a happy last quarter of 2016. I’m outta here...

P.S. Don’t forget, it’s okay to complain.

Wednesday, 29 April 2015

WRITING: Ugh

It's Spring, yay! Truth be told, I'm not really that optimistic. Nonetheless, happy spring to you all. You may or may no know but I'm currently in North Cyprus. The beginning of spring is a reminder that the insatiable heat of summer will soon be upon us. Goodness! Summer here is so hot and I'm actually kind of dreading it. I must say, I have enjoyed the sun rays hitting my back and the much milder weather but lurking at the back of my mind is the inferno that is yet to come. Yikes!

The weather aside, I feel absolutely horrible. I'm down with a sore throat and a headache. I'd spent pretty much of my day in bed as I simply couldn't find it in me to gather up some strength. It's 7 pm and I'm finally out of bed. I had to get myself dinner. Lol, food was my motivator. Oh, that and the fat I was meant  to get myself some lemons to help combat this sore throat. You can imagine the predicament I'm in. I'm left to taking lemon tea in this kind of weather. Help me Lord. What else can I do? I really am in no position to get into town and buy a few meds. 

I think that should be all for now. My little update for the day. I believe my last post was sometime in February. If you had read it, I'm happy to say that things are a lot better with my friends now. Until my next blog post, it's ta-ta from me.


Saturday, 5 July 2014

WRITING: The Bigger Picture

Have you ever wondered what your bigger picture is? Ever imagined where you be in five or maybe ten years’ time? I have but it’s not something I like to think about too often. Sadly enough for me, I got a reminder this morning whilst having a little chat on Facebook. 
So, I was chatting with a friend who has this project going on. I'll put a link to it at the end of this post. So, he got asked to write a little about himself for a magazine and I got to read what he had to say. Here’s a little looksee of how our conversation went.

“Ayt, holla back at me a.s.a.p. Umm, it’s an article I was asked to do for some organization. The y picked me as a role model for 2014 because of the work I am doing with ‘I'm An African’ so they wanted me to write something.  I’m not much of a writer, more of the executor so had to talk to someone I know wouldn't let me down.”

“Lol. Right. That’s great though. Good for you!” -----Me

“Lol I guess so. Guess now life has meaning. Before I just used to wake up go around look at girls, lol, and create memories but life had no real meaning…now that I am heading towards my goals, everything makes sense…It’s like writing an exam question and the right answer finally comes out… Do you have the same feeling?”

*Long pause on my part*

“Lol. Wow. Sadly, I'm still yet to find the answer to the exam question. Right now I'm just taking life as each day comes. I wish there was something I could look forward to when I wake up. Alas, there is none.” -----Me

Yes, I did just use alas. For real though, I sometimes feel like there’s something greener on the other side. I'm yet to find out what it is. I must say, I am somewhat anxious. I'd love to have something of my own- something to call my baby…..not in the literal sense; that will come later :)

I’ll leave you with that and link to the ‘I’m An African’ project like I said before.

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/Imanafrican1



Sunday, 30 March 2014

WRITING: Crooked Smile

PERFECTLY IMPERFECT?
"Say cheese!"
"Hey! Let's take a picture?"
"Poniso, join our picture."
"Let's have family pictures taken."

Four phrases heard almost every day. Funny enough, many aren't filled with dread upon hearing these words. For people like myself, the utterance of these phrases brings about an uneasiness. Let's go back to 2004 to when my story begins.

A fifth grader with a mouth full of one too many baby teeth. My story begins with a "lump" growing right above my upper-left canine. Not too long after, the same happens on the right side of my mouth. That, my friends, was the start of my photo phobia.

Fast forward a few years later, my teeth are now fully developed and I have two misplaced canines and two misaligned incisors. Talk about a blow to my self esteem. Sometime in 2012, I got my first set of braces. I had those on for about three months. Basically, they were more or less like retainers in the sense that they weren't permanent and had to be removed when eating and brushing. Nevertheless, I was delighted with the development- I was one step closer to "fixing" myself. Shortly, I went to get another pair which I had on for about six to nine months. Again, I didn't mind having to wear them because my journey to perfect teeth had just begun.

My nightmare begun after having snapped one of wires in my braces. My visit to the orthodontist revealed to me that my journey to dental perfection had just begun. Turns out I needed yet another set seeing as the ones I had on already had done their job and were no longer needed. After a consultation, I came back to have my braces taken out a few days later. There I was, back to square one. Would my nightmare end?



Of late I have taken the more positive approach. Hard as it may be, I try to look passed my flaws. Trust me, it easy to look at yourself in the mirror and see something that you so  badly want to fix but can't seem to at the moment. But hey, let's just call it my trademark ;) I think the bigger picture here is first me embracing myself. I think only then will I find satisfaction.


"You keep falling victim cause you're insecure.And when I tell you that you're beautiful you can't be sure"


*Crooked Smile- J. Cole ft TLC (lyrics video) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eCxaXqwRhvw




Tuesday, 14 January 2014

FASHION: Lupita Nyong'o

Lupita, Lupita, Lupita. Her looks are fire. I know I'm late to catch on but I just love her outfits. She's so classy and her dress at the Golden Globes Awards was to die for. I'd kill for such a dress. I'll post a few of her outfits that I got from the net, with the red banger from the Golden Globes being the first.

Monday, 6 January 2014

MUSIC: Toh Bad- Niyola

My first video post :) I first heard this song about two days ago and I loved it. It's done by Nigeria's Niyola, a member of Banky W's group EME. Enjoy!



Verse 1
I love you
You love me
Oh baby I know it’s true
But sometimes it’s crazy
The kind of things that you do
I’m tired of trying to be your number one
I love you (I no go lie)
I love you (I no go lie)
I’m trying to use my head
The more I try, the worse situation is getting
I’m trying to say goodbye
I feel the hurt inside
I think you got me bad
Baby I no go lie

Chorus
Ife yi ga o
Ife yi le o
Ife to ma dun dun dun bi oyin
Te legan ba soro
Lojo ton ba koro
Da won lohun pe adun lo n gbeyin ewuro
Toh bad o (toh bad o)
Toh bad o (toh bad o)
Toh bad o (toh bad o)
Na you get my heart
Toh bad o (toh bad o)
Toh bad o (toh bad o)
Toh bad o (toh bad o)
Them say
Bobo you bad o
Bobo you bad o
But I love you
Bobo you bad o
you bad o
Yeah yeah yeah
Yeah yeah
I love you

Verse 2
I need me
You need you
Oh baby I know it’s true
But sometimes it kills me
The kind of things that you do
But sometimes I’m trying to be your number one
I love you (I no go lie)
I love you (I no go lie)
I’m lying in my bed
Trying to forget memories but is taking over me
I’m trying not to cry
Tears are hard to find
It’s had to let you go
Baby I no go lie

Chorus
Ife yi ga o
Ife yi le o
Ife to ma dun dun dun bi oyin
Te legan ba soro
Lojo ton ba koro
Da won lohun pe adun lo n gbeyin ewuro
Toh bad o (toh bad o)
Toh bad o (toh bad o)
Toh bad o (toh bad o)
Na you get my heart
Toh bad o (toh bad o)
Toh bad o (toh bad o)
Toh bad o (toh bad o)
Them say
Bobo you bad o
Bobo you bad o
But I love you
Bobo you bad o
you bad o
Yeah yeah

Verse 3
How many times
Tell me how many times
I’ve tried to run away from you baby
How can I live without you (ha ya)
How can I live without you (ha ya)
How many times
Tell me how many times
I’ve tried to run away from you baby
How can I live without you (ha ya)
How can I live without you (ha ya)

Chorus
Ife yi ga o
Ife yi le o
Ife to ma dun dun dun bi oyin
Te legan ba soro
Lojo ton ba koro
Da won lohun pe adun lo n gbeyin ewuro
Toh bad o (toh bad o)
Toh bad o (toh bad o)
Toh bad o (toh bad o)
Say
Toh bad o (toh bad o)
Toh bad o (toh bad o)
Toh bad o (toh bad o)
Them say
Bobo you bad o
Bobo you bad o
But I love you
Bobo you bad o
you bad o
Yeah yeah

Sunday, 29 December 2013

HAIR: My Take On Hair

Hair. I guess to many guys hair isn't as big as a deal as it is to women. Today, I'll blog about my own personal experiences regarding my hair. I don't want to say I've tried it all but I've had my fair share of hairstyles. My hair was relaxed at a tender age. I can't even remember how old I was. Growing up I only ever braided my hair or relaxed it. When I was in the seventh grade, my hair had gotten severely damaged so I had to cut it much to my dismay. That was the first ever time I had natural hair that I could remember.

I think about a year and a half later my hair had grown and guess what I did. I had it relaxed. I had no idea of natural hair care at the time so I opted for a relaxer hoping managing my hair would be easier and it was. Fastforward to December 2012 and there I am, again, getting my hair cut. Thus, my natural hair journey had began. Later in the year, I should think around July, I got yet another haircut. 

It's funny because many times you hear people saying, "I am not my hair" or "I am not defined by my hair". I've said that too. I've come to notice that a lot of people have enough to say about what's going on on your head. When I got my big chop last December, I got my fair share of unwanted attention. With that attention, came comments-some good and others down right rude. It's hard not to take some of these comments to heart. There were times when I felt low about my hair. I'm gaining more confidence now.

In my natural hair post (http://osinop95.blogspot.com/2013/11/natural-hair-post.html) I had mentioned that I have a little fro going on. I like to switch my hair up occasionally. I'll have braids one time, a weave the next and rock my little afro. Point is, shade will almost always be thrown at you on how you wear your hair. I guess you just have to do you. What you have on your head is your business. Just think of it as your "Hair Game".






Monday, 23 December 2013

MUSIC: My All Time Favorite Afro Beats, 2013.

It’s a few more days to the end of the year and I’d like to share with you my all-time favourite songs by African musicians. I’m African myself, Zambian to be exact. So today, I will share with you musical styling’s from the mother land. I’ll categorise the songs according to countries and I’ll also put the links so that it’s easy for you to listen. These aren’t all songs from the year 2013 but songs I’ve come to love. Enjoy!


ZAMBIA


NIGERIA


GHANA


SOUTH AFRICA































Thursday, 7 November 2013

WRITING: T.G.I.F.

Thank God It's Friday! How many times have we heard that? Anyway, happy Friday. So, it's around eight in the morning and I'd thought I'd share a little humour to help keep you going today. Basically, I'll post a bunch of funny pictures I found online that just happen to be hi-la-ri-ous! Hope by the time you're done with them you'll be showing those pearly whites. If not a little smile should work just fine :) Alright then, here we go.


Rock, Paper, Scissors?

LOL humour.



Application letter? Nailed it!





Feline humour.






 Guilty dog.


 "I think I'm pregnant."


Modern couples.
 "I" generation.

Momma?



Hmm?



 Stop fighting!

I'm safe here.



Gotcha!



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