Work today had me pondering this issue.. so here are three Interesting videos, 1st one set in London Uk, 2nd the U.S..3rd in London again.
This talk is very informative..
I think many of us have a clearer understanding of the why's, the challenge is turning it around for the better.
Multifaceted and complex it may be, but whilst we work on our cultural pathologies, we need to ignite the desires of all, including institutions and businesses, to identify and work on our social pathologies
Identifying the problem, raising awareness, committing to building a better society for all. x
Monday, 10 December 2018
Twinkling Lights and Smiles All Round. ft Music by LAX
This time of year seems to really bring out the best in people.
Out and about today doing a bit of shopping I noticed something quite sweet. I found myself assisting a few men who were panicking, saying their wife had sent them to buy a tree and wasn't sure if it was the right one!. Some called them on the phone to double check.. right height, right colour?
They may have felt out of their comfort zone, but their desire to get it right for their significant other was so sweet
Some had brought their children along, and their happy little faces as they shopped with dad was also proof that children..... absolutely love spending their parents money... lol!
I'm sure when they got home there were big smiles all round
I didn't get a new tree, but I have picked a new set of lights... as my tree is awaiting;)
Anyway, a new week beckons.. and it's goodnight from me x
Out and about today doing a bit of shopping I noticed something quite sweet. I found myself assisting a few men who were panicking, saying their wife had sent them to buy a tree and wasn't sure if it was the right one!. Some called them on the phone to double check.. right height, right colour?
They may have felt out of their comfort zone, but their desire to get it right for their significant other was so sweet
Some had brought their children along, and their happy little faces as they shopped with dad was also proof that children..... absolutely love spending their parents money... lol!
I'm sure when they got home there were big smiles all round
I didn't get a new tree, but I have picked a new set of lights... as my tree is awaiting;)
Anyway, a new week beckons.. and it's goodnight from me x
Saturday, 8 December 2018
Weekend WOW Factor - All is Politics
Been checking Theatre prices for Panto (yes I know, but it's not so much for me, but of the little ones..cough cough ..) and nearly chocked on my tea! Yikes!!
Anyway , it's a treat so..
hmmm.. I could use a few new outfits to cover the party season tho
Theatre or Top Shop... hmmmmm...
decisons decisions..
..
Its been awhile since I've undertaken an official course of study, and qualification, so I'm actually excited to be starting again next week. University of Liverpool this time .. distance study linked to my new role - more on that another time
Nice to be activating that part of the brain again.. despite the hard work to come
**
But wait..... did Barrow eat Jammeh?
this man was slim a year ago.. !
Anyway...
Aisha Buhari states that two men are blocking her husbands progress... hmmmm only two dear?
This is why it's always important to be mindful of your circle, however, I believe in Buhari's case, he simply chose from the pool around him... but... slowly over time, has become weakened to them
Political osmosis..
Jesus chose his 12 carefully, but even then .. many were found wanting when it mattered most
what he did do however, was stand in his power, and not become like them..
**
So I've been following Omoyele Sowore's presidential campaign, and the director general of his party comes across well..
Yet his followers/supporters are becomming increasingly fanatical
that could be a problem
If anyone critiques Sowore.. his supporters come down hard on them like a ton of bricks, hurling insults and the likes
What will they do if the outcome is not what they hope for?
Will they attack supporters of others parties?
Or will they turn on him?
Will thuggery preside over next years elections?..
We will see.
**
Here's a funny thought on political ideologies...
The problem with socialists... is they have no money
The irony being that capitalists by proxy, end up doing more for the people in their ability to generate jobs and capital.
A capitalist with a socialist heart.. sounds like a philanthropist
It's not what you have, but what you do with it
I guess It's a question of intent
[click]
**
Here's a book I must read.. not heard of this man before
I heard about him via this speech
**
Buju Banton has been released from jail, and returned to his beloved Jamaica.. and the fans rejoice
Not sure when Buju became a hero , but there you have it
Just wait, if he releases a bad tune, much of those same people will be calling for his return to jail!!
People are funny and we don't even realise
Spice of life
Welcome back Buju..
Be good
Anyway.. lots to do today.. there's even an Xmas party across the road from me.. mulled wine .. here I come
Happy Saturday!
Stay blessed, stay beautiful x
**
Anyway , it's a treat so..
hmmm.. I could use a few new outfits to cover the party season tho
Theatre or Top Shop... hmmmmm...
decisons decisions..
..
Its been awhile since I've undertaken an official course of study, and qualification, so I'm actually excited to be starting again next week. University of Liverpool this time .. distance study linked to my new role - more on that another time
Nice to be activating that part of the brain again.. despite the hard work to come
**
But wait..... did Barrow eat Jammeh?
this man was slim a year ago.. !
Anyway...
Aisha Buhari states that two men are blocking her husbands progress... hmmmm only two dear?
This is why it's always important to be mindful of your circle, however, I believe in Buhari's case, he simply chose from the pool around him... but... slowly over time, has become weakened to them
Political osmosis..
Jesus chose his 12 carefully, but even then .. many were found wanting when it mattered most
what he did do however, was stand in his power, and not become like them..
**
So I've been following Omoyele Sowore's presidential campaign, and the director general of his party comes across well..
Yet his followers/supporters are becomming increasingly fanatical
that could be a problem
If anyone critiques Sowore.. his supporters come down hard on them like a ton of bricks, hurling insults and the likes
What will they do if the outcome is not what they hope for?
Will they attack supporters of others parties?
Or will they turn on him?
Will thuggery preside over next years elections?..
We will see.
**
Here's a funny thought on political ideologies...
The problem with socialists... is they have no money
The irony being that capitalists by proxy, end up doing more for the people in their ability to generate jobs and capital.
A capitalist with a socialist heart.. sounds like a philanthropist
It's not what you have, but what you do with it
I guess It's a question of intent
[click]
**
Here's a book I must read.. not heard of this man before
I heard about him via this speech
**
Buju Banton has been released from jail, and returned to his beloved Jamaica.. and the fans rejoice
Not sure when Buju became a hero , but there you have it
Just wait, if he releases a bad tune, much of those same people will be calling for his return to jail!!
People are funny and we don't even realise
Spice of life
Welcome back Buju..
Be good
Anyway.. lots to do today.. there's even an Xmas party across the road from me.. mulled wine .. here I come
Happy Saturday!
Stay blessed, stay beautiful x
**
Thursday, 6 December 2018
On Submission . ft music from DJ Exclusive ft Duncan Mighty & Mafikizolo
Looking forward to the Xmas break
Ephesians
22 Wives, submit yourselves unto your own husbands, as unto the Lord.
23 For the husband is the head of the wife, even as Christ is the head of the church: and he is the saviour of the body.
24 Therefore as the church is subject unto Christ, so let the wives be to their own husbands in every thing.
25 Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the church, and gave himself for it;
26 That he might sanctify and cleanse it with the washing of water by the word,
27 That he might present it to himself a glorious church, not having spot, or wrinkle, or any such thing; but that it should be holy and without blemish.
28 So ought men to love their wives as their own bodies. He that loveth his wife loveth himself.
29 For no man ever yet hated his own flesh; but nourisheth and cherisheth it, even as the Lord the church:
30 For we are members of his body, of his flesh, and of his bones.
31 For this cause shall a man leave his father and mother, and shall be joined unto his wife, and they two shall be one flesh.
32 This is a great mystery: but I speak concerning Christ and the church.
33 Nevertheless let every one of you in particular so love his wife even as himself; and the wife see that she reverence her husband.
Why do so many people mis-understand what 'submission' means in relation to male female relationships?
Or misquote, or select parts when leaving out the rest?
**
I kinda want to throw my 2 pence in, but in very simplified terms
masculine and feminine states, are energy, often depicted as action and allowing.
So whereas feminine energy is often depicted as acts of kindness, caring , generosity, compassion etc...masculine energy is often depicted as doing, striving, making , using, hunting etc.
Both energies exists within us all. Our dominant energy may be heightened by our gender and early conditioning, but in life we are called to tap into both .
So it's virtually impossible to remain in one state for all times
e.g...If you're with your man and someone is kicking his head in, do you think what he needs is for you to hold his hand?... or run and seek help, or help yourself, call out.. anything.. just act!
If someone is hurting and instead of applying compassion, you bullishly handle the situation, it probably won't go down very well....
Knowing, or discerning, when to apply.. is probably the best advice
Though not easy, balance is the key, but even more than that, it's knowing who you are and who you are called to be at the core of your being... and that often takes time
If, as traditional scriptures tell us, the man is the head, then that implies leadership, and an ability to 'cover' the members of that house, to ensure as best as possible, their well being.
To do things which would shield them from harm.. right?
A true leader has vision, and doesn't need to insist upon gaining followers. people naturally gravitate to such people.
So a woman with a man that has the skills of leadership such as vision integrity and compassion etc, will easily submit to such a man. An untrustworthy man however, will naturally ignite the opposite in a woman, as she seeks to save herself ( and her kin) in the absence of the protection she desires.
There's a lot of woman bashing these days with regards to that.
Find what's right for you.. be equally yoked in terms of values , spirituality and that's a pretty good foundation on which to build.
The right person or people in your circle, will push you do do better.. encourage you to be your best self and higher.
They want the best for you even in those times when your self confidnece is waining. They check you, and call you out when you're wrong, and celebrate with you when you achieve.
Kings needs Queens and Queens need kings... often each one misunderstood if their vision surpasses that of those around them.
Before you build a house.. know how to build a home
Duncan Mighty...That voice tho... just lovely x
That was my 2 pence worth :)
Ephesians
22 Wives, submit yourselves unto your own husbands, as unto the Lord.
23 For the husband is the head of the wife, even as Christ is the head of the church: and he is the saviour of the body.
24 Therefore as the church is subject unto Christ, so let the wives be to their own husbands in every thing.
25 Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the church, and gave himself for it;
26 That he might sanctify and cleanse it with the washing of water by the word,
27 That he might present it to himself a glorious church, not having spot, or wrinkle, or any such thing; but that it should be holy and without blemish.
28 So ought men to love their wives as their own bodies. He that loveth his wife loveth himself.
29 For no man ever yet hated his own flesh; but nourisheth and cherisheth it, even as the Lord the church:
30 For we are members of his body, of his flesh, and of his bones.
31 For this cause shall a man leave his father and mother, and shall be joined unto his wife, and they two shall be one flesh.
32 This is a great mystery: but I speak concerning Christ and the church.
33 Nevertheless let every one of you in particular so love his wife even as himself; and the wife see that she reverence her husband.
Why do so many people mis-understand what 'submission' means in relation to male female relationships?
Or misquote, or select parts when leaving out the rest?
**
I kinda want to throw my 2 pence in, but in very simplified terms
masculine and feminine states, are energy, often depicted as action and allowing.
So whereas feminine energy is often depicted as acts of kindness, caring , generosity, compassion etc...masculine energy is often depicted as doing, striving, making , using, hunting etc.
Both energies exists within us all. Our dominant energy may be heightened by our gender and early conditioning, but in life we are called to tap into both .
So it's virtually impossible to remain in one state for all times
e.g...If you're with your man and someone is kicking his head in, do you think what he needs is for you to hold his hand?... or run and seek help, or help yourself, call out.. anything.. just act!
If someone is hurting and instead of applying compassion, you bullishly handle the situation, it probably won't go down very well....
Knowing, or discerning, when to apply.. is probably the best advice
Though not easy, balance is the key, but even more than that, it's knowing who you are and who you are called to be at the core of your being... and that often takes time
If, as traditional scriptures tell us, the man is the head, then that implies leadership, and an ability to 'cover' the members of that house, to ensure as best as possible, their well being.
To do things which would shield them from harm.. right?
A true leader has vision, and doesn't need to insist upon gaining followers. people naturally gravitate to such people.
So a woman with a man that has the skills of leadership such as vision integrity and compassion etc, will easily submit to such a man. An untrustworthy man however, will naturally ignite the opposite in a woman, as she seeks to save herself ( and her kin) in the absence of the protection she desires.
There's a lot of woman bashing these days with regards to that.
Find what's right for you.. be equally yoked in terms of values , spirituality and that's a pretty good foundation on which to build.
The right person or people in your circle, will push you do do better.. encourage you to be your best self and higher.
They want the best for you even in those times when your self confidnece is waining. They check you, and call you out when you're wrong, and celebrate with you when you achieve.
Kings needs Queens and Queens need kings... often each one misunderstood if their vision surpasses that of those around them.
Before you build a house.. know how to build a home
Duncan Mighty...That voice tho... just lovely x
That was my 2 pence worth :)
Monday, 3 December 2018
Femi Kuti on Aljazeera
'never look down on your audience.. you don't who's watching'
so true..
Femi is very articulate, and comes across as a very humble man
He could easily be justifiably angry, looking back on all that occurred with his father, grandmother and all, yet somehow, he has remained calm , clear, and optimistic
an inspiration
so true..
Femi is very articulate, and comes across as a very humble man
He could easily be justifiably angry, looking back on all that occurred with his father, grandmother and all, yet somehow, he has remained calm , clear, and optimistic
an inspiration
Sunday, 2 December 2018
Dalton Harris Wins X Factor Gold
I haven't seen, or heard such an elegant X Factor winner in a while...congratulations Dalton
Looking outstanding in those super tight trousers and all....
and just like Christopher Martin, Putting the Caribbean, and Jamaica in particular, in the spotlight... again and again. Shine on!.. the world is your oyster
In the week, The United Nations, declared Reggae music, a global cultural treaaure
Reggae, that revolutionary music of love struggle and resilience, made by the loving and equally, the resilient
[click]
.. and so Dalton Harris has won arguably the biggest talent competition in the world, and the world is reminded that artists like Dalton are limitless.. and reggae simply cannot be contained
Never forget, Make love your goal
Looking outstanding in those super tight trousers and all....
and just like Christopher Martin, Putting the Caribbean, and Jamaica in particular, in the spotlight... again and again. Shine on!.. the world is your oyster
In the week, The United Nations, declared Reggae music, a global cultural treaaure
Reggae, that revolutionary music of love struggle and resilience, made by the loving and equally, the resilient
[click]
.. and so Dalton Harris has won arguably the biggest talent competition in the world, and the world is reminded that artists like Dalton are limitless.. and reggae simply cannot be contained
Never forget, Make love your goal
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