Waiting patiently for the arrival of this book... finally.
Need to catch up on my reading, Ignite the imagination and fuel the passion.
I've never joined a book club before, I may set one up, meet at a nice restaurant.. hmmm.. yummy. I even like the idea of the online bookclub, great for our busy lives
What do you think?
Could be cool
Wednesday, 28 February 2018
Tuesday, 27 February 2018
Sunday, 25 February 2018
Weekend WOW Factor - Catching Up on Zuma and The Rising Cost of Living
Yes it's the weekend.
my pride and joy being the purchase of 1 new garden broom!
Those of you who know me, know that I have a passion for gardening, and you may also know I can often neglect my passion, especially during the winter months.
It's an on-going battle I face, however, I do believe my woes will be solved by the purchase of a fire pit.
Yes I am hoping that a blazing fire will warm my garden during the cold season and I will be able to do I what I enjoy most..
sit outside
( when I get a chance to sit that is)
Speaking of purchases, this little lot cost me £25
and this little lot, 3 bags of fruit and veg,..
Cost £35
last year the fruit and veg would have cost me £15 at most
and the little selection of toiletries.. approx £12
I swear London is trying to kill my vibe!
What is gods name is going on with our economy that the price of goods can double or triple in a year?
For many of us, our salaries are not as buoyant as they could or even should be
I'll tell you something funny about Brexit
what started as a conversation on immigration and the free movement of people, has turned into a discussion on trade and the single market
Why?
The number of European migrants has apparently fallen to record lows since Brexit but immigration from outside of the EU has risen
I'm not sure how much I believe that as I come across more and more Europeans every since day. However, those are the stats [click]
It's a sad day when you cannot trust your leaders
Politicians are simply not being honest
xenophobia was the fuel that oiled the Brexit campaign, but attention will be shifted to non europeans once more.
I'm sure some people simply can't survive without racism
their world would come crashing down
**
'We are not Sheep!'
I took a picture of my daily communte
This was Highbury Stn during rush hour when the guards decided to only open one gate
Time to invest in the expansion of Highbury and Isligton station, before someone snaps!
I promise it won't be me :)
I hate crowds at the best of times but there's little worse than being crammed in with no personal space
Whose idea was it that the working day has to begin at around the same time?
Crazy.
**
I didn't get to say much about Jacob Zuma's resignation; other than, the King is dead long live the King
as that Cyril fella is no better
just you wait and see..
Day 1 - "I aint leaving..look how handsome I am.."
Day 2 "motherf****s wanna get me out?"
Day 3 - I've made enough money anyway, times up.
Yes Mr President, My brother. It is.
Jacob Zuma had become an embarrassment. It's a low blow when leaders like this use the white minority rule conversation and talk about their revolutionary struggle to tug at your heart strings, and disguise their own wrongdoing, and exploitation of their own people.
I'm not sure what happened to him, but as often is the case, many start out well, yet succumb to power in the worst of ways.
Jacob Zuma lacked discipline. Yes, a corrupt and greedy man, as even though he has multiple wives, still felt the need to sex his best friends young daughter and try and hide it
You simply cannot trust a man like that with any national budget
(or your wife)
Zuma had to go.
The ANC has lost credibility as a political party and I'm not sure they can ever regain it.
**
The look you give when you hear Zuma ( and all others like him) speak
my pride and joy being the purchase of 1 new garden broom!
Those of you who know me, know that I have a passion for gardening, and you may also know I can often neglect my passion, especially during the winter months.
It's an on-going battle I face, however, I do believe my woes will be solved by the purchase of a fire pit.
Yes I am hoping that a blazing fire will warm my garden during the cold season and I will be able to do I what I enjoy most..
sit outside
( when I get a chance to sit that is)
Speaking of purchases, this little lot cost me £25
and this little lot, 3 bags of fruit and veg,..
Cost £35
last year the fruit and veg would have cost me £15 at most
and the little selection of toiletries.. approx £12
I swear London is trying to kill my vibe!
What is gods name is going on with our economy that the price of goods can double or triple in a year?
For many of us, our salaries are not as buoyant as they could or even should be
I'll tell you something funny about Brexit
what started as a conversation on immigration and the free movement of people, has turned into a discussion on trade and the single market
Why?
The number of European migrants has apparently fallen to record lows since Brexit but immigration from outside of the EU has risen
I'm not sure how much I believe that as I come across more and more Europeans every since day. However, those are the stats [click]
It's a sad day when you cannot trust your leaders
Politicians are simply not being honest
xenophobia was the fuel that oiled the Brexit campaign, but attention will be shifted to non europeans once more.
I'm sure some people simply can't survive without racism
their world would come crashing down
**
'We are not Sheep!'
I took a picture of my daily communte
This was Highbury Stn during rush hour when the guards decided to only open one gate
Time to invest in the expansion of Highbury and Isligton station, before someone snaps!
I promise it won't be me :)
I hate crowds at the best of times but there's little worse than being crammed in with no personal space
Whose idea was it that the working day has to begin at around the same time?
Crazy.
**
I didn't get to say much about Jacob Zuma's resignation; other than, the King is dead long live the King
as that Cyril fella is no better
just you wait and see..
Day 1 - "I aint leaving..look how handsome I am.."
Day 2 "motherf****s wanna get me out?"
Day 3 - I've made enough money anyway, times up.
Yes Mr President, My brother. It is.
Jacob Zuma had become an embarrassment. It's a low blow when leaders like this use the white minority rule conversation and talk about their revolutionary struggle to tug at your heart strings, and disguise their own wrongdoing, and exploitation of their own people.
I'm not sure what happened to him, but as often is the case, many start out well, yet succumb to power in the worst of ways.
Jacob Zuma lacked discipline. Yes, a corrupt and greedy man, as even though he has multiple wives, still felt the need to sex his best friends young daughter and try and hide it
You simply cannot trust a man like that with any national budget
(or your wife)
Zuma had to go.
The ANC has lost credibility as a political party and I'm not sure they can ever regain it.
**
The look you give when you hear Zuma ( and all others like him) speak
Sunday, 11 February 2018
Weekend WOW Factor: Pt 2. Women In Music. Simi - One Kain & Seyi Shay - Bia
As a further tribute to Ms Ebony, please enjoy these two fine artists.
Both unique in sound and style.
My girls have dominated the sound waves this weekend
Well... that's just how we roll
Wonderful fusion with Cuban influences
Back to the root.
Africa baby!
Simi Simi Simi, I've had this on reply for so long, so it's a joy to have the accompanying visuals.
Quality music from a quality artist.
beautiful!
Both unique in sound and style.
My girls have dominated the sound waves this weekend
Well... that's just how we roll
Wonderful fusion with Cuban influences
Back to the root.
Africa baby!
Simi Simi Simi, I've had this on reply for so long, so it's a joy to have the accompanying visuals.
Quality music from a quality artist.
beautiful!
Weekend WOW Factor: Ebony Reigns
Ghanaian music suffered a huge loss just days ago, with the unfortunate death of Ebony Reigns, popular Ghanian Reggae/Dancehall Singer.
Condolences go out to her family and friends
A shocking and fatal car crash which cost the lives of three young people, and left many in shock and disbelief.
So today in part 2, in honour of Ebony I wanted to feature some of our finest( and possibly lesser known across the water) female singers.
.
Female artists have a lot to navigate undoubtedly, as in life, more than men, yet despite that, they continue to shine, add colour, sassiness, sexiness strength, vulnerability, and balance
Ebony was known as a Reggae dancehall singer. Her raunchy stage antics provoking some criticism, but anyone who know dancehall.. Jamaican reggae dancehall, will know that it's all part of the game.
The impact it has had on Jamican society however, is for another post
But Ebony (like many female artists) had depth. Many use the twerking etc as a route in, as Its popular, attracts attention and can provide a decent income. It's pop culture.
Reggae Dancehall is becoming increasingly popular across Africa, bridging the gap between the continent, and the Caribbean; bringing people together who were cruelly separated, and trained systematically to despise each other.
I liked that she had dreads. Nice to see an African woman rocking her natural hair on the continent. Break the mould a bit.
We've had enough of the 'Kardashian effect'
The American influence on Africa has been great
but the continent is fighting back, and it's artists like Ebony, who are at the forefront of this cultural revolution
So alas, her time was short..
but rest in peace Ebony
Long may you reign.
Condolences go out to her family and friends
A shocking and fatal car crash which cost the lives of three young people, and left many in shock and disbelief.
So today in part 2, in honour of Ebony I wanted to feature some of our finest( and possibly lesser known across the water) female singers.
.
Female artists have a lot to navigate undoubtedly, as in life, more than men, yet despite that, they continue to shine, add colour, sassiness, sexiness strength, vulnerability, and balance
Ebony was known as a Reggae dancehall singer. Her raunchy stage antics provoking some criticism, but anyone who know dancehall.. Jamaican reggae dancehall, will know that it's all part of the game.
The impact it has had on Jamican society however, is for another post
But Ebony (like many female artists) had depth. Many use the twerking etc as a route in, as Its popular, attracts attention and can provide a decent income. It's pop culture.
Reggae Dancehall is becoming increasingly popular across Africa, bridging the gap between the continent, and the Caribbean; bringing people together who were cruelly separated, and trained systematically to despise each other.
I liked that she had dreads. Nice to see an African woman rocking her natural hair on the continent. Break the mould a bit.
We've had enough of the 'Kardashian effect'
The American influence on Africa has been great
but the continent is fighting back, and it's artists like Ebony, who are at the forefront of this cultural revolution
So alas, her time was short..
but rest in peace Ebony
Long may you reign.
Saturday, 10 February 2018
The Traveller
So Ti is off for a few months. Currently in Dubai, then heading further. I already miss him. Watching him and his girlfriend board the taxi in the early hours, I felt it. Happy and excited for them both , but a tinge of sadness also.
Ti's my son yes, but he's also my confidant
my resilient son, who always has the best advice
As I lay in bed contemplating how far he's come, and the wonderful young man he is,
all I can say is, he's a joy, and I'm proud of them all
Safe travels to you both, missing you both already x
me last night contemplating the months ahead without my boy..
Ti's my son yes, but he's also my confidant
my resilient son, who always has the best advice
As I lay in bed contemplating how far he's come, and the wonderful young man he is,
all I can say is, he's a joy, and I'm proud of them all
Safe travels to you both, missing you both already x
me last night contemplating the months ahead without my boy..
Signs & Wonders ft Music from Fally, ft R Kelly, & Falz ft Wanda Coal
Now aint that something:-)
Nice shoes!
Is it just me or did you also hear the sound of other feet shuffling feet and a door closing?
God bless that cameraman..
Enjoy
On the soundtrack is a long awaited appearance from one of Congos most precious musical diamonds; Fally, and this time he is featuring R Kelly
They sound good together
Falz ft Wande Coal
Music to drive to, dance to, chill to
Great track
x
Nice shoes!
Is it just me or did you also hear the sound of other feet shuffling feet and a door closing?
God bless that cameraman..
Enjoy
On the soundtrack is a long awaited appearance from one of Congos most precious musical diamonds; Fally, and this time he is featuring R Kelly
They sound good together
Falz ft Wande Coal
Music to drive to, dance to, chill to
Great track
x
Saturday, 3 February 2018
Weekend WOW Factor: Why We Love African Politics
Much anticipated Elections in Sierra Leone are due to take place within a matter of weeks
and it's the talk of the country
Who will be the next President of Sierra Leone?
**
Sierra Leone has a $224 million 5-year programme with the IMF and despite the current suspension of funding due to unmet goals, many are yet to see exactly how or where the funds benefit the people or country.
But hey...money is fluid in Sierra Leone
The Red Cross has been citied to have pilfered $6bn from the Ebola Funds, and there remains over $15m unaccounted for within the Government itself.
Reports are that many of the Ebola Health workers were not paid, and despite Ebola survivors being told they would receive compensation, they are yet to receive it.
7000 people were displaced as a result of last years deadly mudslide, and the governments promise to rehouse them all is yet to be realised.
The mudslide itself is believed to have been a result of illegal logging and excessive deforestation, yet it continues.
Kroo Bay , one of Sierra Leone's most populated slum, and other slums across the country, continues to suffer from a lack of sanitation...and poverty, all under the watch of the APC, the party in power.
It's not uncommon the hear Sierra Leonians complain of the governments corrupt practices, and lack of investment in the country, yet... with an election only weeks away, at a recent APC election rally, this happened...
Yes...
Thousands of people came out in force.. to support them
Why?
An election rally is not a carnival where we dress up walk the streets and play mass, but yet.. that's almost exactly what occurred.
Can anyone explain that?
All hail the Cowfoot Prince
**
Not to be outdone opposition leader in Kenya, Raila Odinga
Despite first losing the 1st presidential elections in Kenya, insisting on a re-election and getting it, (something that has never happened across the entire continent of Africa) then refusing to take part in said election...
Last week, Swore himself in.....as President
Supported... by thousands of followers
You simply can't make it up
Truth really is the best fiction :)
Raila Odinga, the Peoples President
Uhuru Kenyatta, the rest of the Peoples President
and it's the talk of the country
Who will be the next President of Sierra Leone?
**
Sierra Leone has a $224 million 5-year programme with the IMF and despite the current suspension of funding due to unmet goals, many are yet to see exactly how or where the funds benefit the people or country.
But hey...money is fluid in Sierra Leone
The Red Cross has been citied to have pilfered $6bn from the Ebola Funds, and there remains over $15m unaccounted for within the Government itself.
Reports are that many of the Ebola Health workers were not paid, and despite Ebola survivors being told they would receive compensation, they are yet to receive it.
7000 people were displaced as a result of last years deadly mudslide, and the governments promise to rehouse them all is yet to be realised.
The mudslide itself is believed to have been a result of illegal logging and excessive deforestation, yet it continues.
Kroo Bay , one of Sierra Leone's most populated slum, and other slums across the country, continues to suffer from a lack of sanitation...and poverty, all under the watch of the APC, the party in power.
It's not uncommon the hear Sierra Leonians complain of the governments corrupt practices, and lack of investment in the country, yet... with an election only weeks away, at a recent APC election rally, this happened...
Yes...
Thousands of people came out in force.. to support them
Why?
An election rally is not a carnival where we dress up walk the streets and play mass, but yet.. that's almost exactly what occurred.
Can anyone explain that?
All hail the Cowfoot Prince
**
Not to be outdone opposition leader in Kenya, Raila Odinga
Despite first losing the 1st presidential elections in Kenya, insisting on a re-election and getting it, (something that has never happened across the entire continent of Africa) then refusing to take part in said election...
Last week, Swore himself in.....as President
Supported... by thousands of followers
You simply can't make it up
Truth really is the best fiction :)
Raila Odinga, the Peoples President
Uhuru Kenyatta, the rest of the Peoples President
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