tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-58669159828691436042024-03-12T17:50:25.220-07:00Toni'TonicsGod's love, Everyday Occurences, Life lessons and of course Daily Naija GossipGlowing and Growing in Christhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17055752955876945829noreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5866915982869143604.post-70395903205120427622016-10-19T01:36:00.000-07:002016-10-21T12:11:03.425-07:00Simple+YOU= Life<div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;">
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A cold shower… A late night snack… a cuddle from behind…. A smile from a far...A mother’s care towards her child…waking up to the love of your life. The little things that just lights up your day or make you smile even if it just for a while.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "century gothic" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">For some it could be a word of encouragement, saying thank you, holding a door for the next person or slowing down for pedestrians to cross on a highway or as a colleague of mine said 'something new (book, friend, idea etc.) just excites me'. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "century gothic" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">This little moment of self-satisfaction is deeper than we see it. It goes a long way whether you are the giver or receiver. It could mend a heart, make a day better or soften life’s daily punches.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "century gothic" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">With each day, it changes just like our wants and desires. However, there are daily constants and this differs from person to person. At every point, we have certain needs or wants.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "century gothic" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">For me, making someone smile is EVERYTHING. I personally feel I was created to help others because being the reason why someone smiles light up my day. I sincerely can’t explain how it makes me feel. It is experiential. Now do I always feel this way, certainly NOT but I most certainly appreciate it more whenever I do. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "century gothic" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">P.S For those that know me well and have a chat with me once in a while, I write with a lot of ellipses is….When asked why my response is always...I have more to say ‘naani’, which is always true anyway because I will always have something to say. Till next post dearies. God’s love is yours always. </span></span></div>
Glowing and Growing in Christhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17055752955876945829noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5866915982869143604.post-9150985100753469782016-10-04T06:35:00.000-07:002016-10-04T10:46:54.470-07:00Who made the RULES<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "century gothic" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Chai!! Why on earth is her husband shorter than she is. That is so not picture perfect.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "century gothic" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Why would you give me money with your left hand? It's plain disrespect!!!</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "century gothic" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">You have had these random thoughts or others one or several times towards friends, family or even random people you know nothing about. You unconsciously give a scornful, displeased look toward things or situations that do not fit into our ‘norm’, giving ‘defaulters’ a quick show of disappointment or disapproval. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "century gothic" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Now, please have a seat and take a holistic view at these situations. I have just one question ‘WHO MADE THE RULES’?</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "century gothic" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">I am guessing there was a town hall meeting (that’s what it was called back then I guess) with all our forefathers in attendance and each issue was tabled out and decisions were made. Although I think what happened was whatever was common was generally accepted. So if you were or behaved ‘different’, something was wrong with you. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "century gothic" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">I have always been different. Born left handed, it was a not so pleasant childhood especially in school. I remember a time my mum fought with a teacher who tried to ‘change’ me to being right handed. As I grew older, I learnt to live with being different, accepting whatever insults came with it. I also learned to conform so as not to be shouted at by random old women in the market, or in a restaurant for being different. </span><span style="font-family: "century gothic" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">The idea was to live and let live. But what if was bigger than this?</span><span style="font-family: "century gothic" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"> </span><span style="font-family: "century gothic" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">What if it was a choice that would affect you for the rest of your life and you are conforming, deciding based on what the world expects of you?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "century gothic" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">In as much as you do what makes you happy and you are at peace with yourself, it's perfect. He who wears the shoe knows where it pinches. Stop living up to everyone’s standards because you can’t, you simply just can’t. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "century gothic" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">P.S Still in anticipation of your GidiHistoriaz (Gidi Stories)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "century gothic" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Please send as a text mail or an attachment to Oluwatoni16@gmail.com </span></span></div>
Glowing and Growing in Christhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17055752955876945829noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5866915982869143604.post-35156719434814811202016-09-27T11:38:00.000-07:002016-09-28T09:50:42.960-07:00GidiHistoriaz<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; line-height: 150%;"><span style="font-size: large;">Welcome to my blog again and if this is the first post you
are reading, thank you for clicking the link.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; line-height: 150%;"><span style="font-size: large;">I
thought about adding a new sway to my blog called </span></span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Gidi</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; line-height: 150%;"><span style="font-size: large;">Hi</span></span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; line-height: 150%;"><span style="font-size: large;">storiaz (Gidi Stories)</span></span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"> which basically
talks about stories, events or occurrences that happen on a daily basis. It
could be a personal recount of the event or one you witnessed. It is not
limited to Lagos though. You can send your entries to </span><a href="mailto:oluwatoni16@gmail.com" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: x-large;">oluwatoni16@gmail.com</a><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"> for others to
laugh and of course learn from.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; line-height: 150%;"><span style="font-size: large;">Let me
set the ball rolling by narrating my own story. You know me though, story
teller of life. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Saturday morning. The sun came out despite the heavy rain over the night and I
was happy, at least my clothes will dry today. I hurriedly washed the clothes
(They came out clean sha). I spread them on the line and dashed into the
bathroom thinking of the best outfit for the day as it was my friend’s birthday
bash (it was just a small party though).
The jollof rice had better make ‘sense’ because it was one of the major
reason why I was going (asides the fact that I love my friend *smiles*). <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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up and charisma on fleek, I stepped out in a looking like a million bucks (as a
man thinketh in his heart, so he is). As I didn’t want to ‘waste’ my money on
cab, I entered danfo (bus) heading to Berger as the party was at Omole Phase 2.
I didn’t forget my amour (Ear phones and a novel) for the journey ahead. The bus
left the park, I was plugged and the journey begun. Just as we approached the
Agbidingbi Road (Cocacola), the engine of the bus begun to spark (I don’t know
the right term). It started out as something that would end soon as the driver
convinced us it was nothing to be worried about. He kept saying ‘O normal, O
man sele bee’ (Its normal, it happens all the time). I was seated at the last
row just in front of the engine, so if anything was going to happen, I and
three other passengers were going first contact meaning we were at greater
risk. I was panicking but everyone around me seemed calm. I guessed they
believed the driver’s ‘convincing’ words. Though I continued reading my book,
my mind was far from comprehending the words and then all of a sudden there was
a loud blast from the engine. How we all scrambled out of that bus onto the
curb, I can’t’ recall. All I know is we were out of the bus. Even with the
current recession nobody wants to die (lol). <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; line-height: 150%;"><span style="font-size: large;">As at
this time we were at Taiwo Bus Stop (FRSC) in Ojodu. After ranting on and on
about how my concerns were ignored with no one paying attention (they were just grateful no one was harmed), I decided to walk to Berger to take Keke
Napep to my friend’s house. On getting to the street, I notice anyone that
passed me from behind gave me a weird look. In my head I was like Osshhheeeyyy fine
girl. Everyone is looking at me. Did I mention that I wore a white top and jeans?
Yes, I was so on fleek. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; line-height: 150%;"><span style="font-size: large;">This
continued until I got to the party venue, my friend came out, hugged me and
then screamed. I was totally startled.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; line-height: 150%;"><span style="font-size: large;">Ahan,
are you that excited to see me? I asked<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; line-height: 150%;"><span style="font-size: large;">Only
for her to say that my top was totally black behind. Unable to totally
comprehend that, we went to her room and I took off my top. Chai all my high party
vibes disappeared. I can’t believe no one could tell me all the way from Ojodu.
I am sure it was that bus that did this to me.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; line-height: 150%;"><span style="font-size: large;">Is
this a sign O Lord? Is my Toyota Camry 2015 model on the way? Speak Lord am listening.
I need a car ASAP<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Glowing and Growing in Christhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17055752955876945829noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5866915982869143604.post-47245934850548874722016-09-20T10:15:00.000-07:002016-09-20T10:15:29.171-07:00Release your Cling<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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promised a video *covers face* last week but I am sure you will forgive me if I
narrated all the happenings between then and now. No time for that though. You
can send me a message or call for the gist. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, serif; line-height: 150%;"><span style="font-size: large;">So
recently I saw a picture post with the words ‘Don’t Cling to a Mistake Just
Because You Spent a lot of Time Making it’. Now pause and read the words again.
I am sure one or several incidents come to mind where you did just that and
possibly still doing it.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, serif; line-height: 150%;"><span style="font-size: large;">The most
recent thought attached to those words happened to me a few months ago. I made
several choices which turned out to be mistakes based on a person and feelings
associated. At a certain point, I knew it was wrong and I had to get out. It
was emotionally draining and psychologically painful but because the mistake
was done, I wanted to ‘manage’ it. The process of management was excruciating
as I was constantly reminded that this was a mistake. It was always in my face,
heart and head. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, serif; line-height: 150%;"><span style="font-size: large;">Grace
found me and pulled, pushed and dragged me out though I struggled still wanting
to cling to the mistake. Imagine knowing you will be burnt and still walking
into fire. That was my case. I held on for as long as I could until grace
snatched me, shut the door and destroyed the key. Yes, it was that deep. And no
grace is not a person *Laughing*. God’s grace.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, serif; line-height: 150%;"><span style="font-size: large;">Now the
error was that I was willing to remain in it, even though I knew it was wrong
and that is exactly what a lot of people do. Think about how many people are
still stuck to a bad career choice or a relationship mistake they made several years
ago. Search your heart. I am quite sure you will affirm what I am talking
about. If you have made that choice and got out hurt but happy now, I congratulate
you. You are definitely strong. However, if you are still clinging to a
mistake, this next paragraph is for you. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, serif; line-height: 150%;"><span style="font-size: large;">NEWSFLASH!!!!
It is time to get out of that mistake. It will hurt I know but really it hurts
already. A hurt towards freedom is better than hurting with no way out. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, serif; line-height: 150%;"><span style="font-size: large;">Now I
tell you one thing, In the end, you will be happy you did. Liberation will be
felt and things you thought you could never do will become a walk in the
park. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, serif; line-height: 150%;"><span style="font-size: large;">Have a
marvelous week ahead, your testimony awaits you. </span><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
Glowing and Growing in Christhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17055752955876945829noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5866915982869143604.post-85441101141071439072016-09-06T12:26:00.000-07:002016-09-06T12:26:58.428-07:00Your Mess...Your Message<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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advice you get from a friend or your mother when you share a problem or
challenge. I know I have told myself a lot of times. We even had a customized one
for Nigerians “When life shows you pepper, you make pepper soup with catfish”. </span></span>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , serif; line-height: 107%;">The truth is we all have certain experiences that left us
devastated, betrayed, unhappy or *insert your own feeling*. No one can totally
understand what pain or hurt we felt. Can you change your perspective just a little?
Think about it. That experience thought you a lesson or two right. Ok I sense a
few nods. People, situations or circumstances are either lessons or blessings. Either
way, they come to teach us certain things in life. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , serif; line-height: 107%;">Let me quickly share a short story about a female pastor I met
(I like stories too much *covers face*). She grew up in a brothel and got into
prostitution pretty early in life. From the abortions, to the countless men she
encountered, her life was a total mess, until she gave her life to Christ. Now
she is married and she has a ministry based on helping young women out of
prostitution. She travels everywhere to share her story and inspire others,
teaching them that it is possible to be liberated from such a life. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , serif; line-height: 107%;">Now whether your mess is this big or bigger, it doesn’t matter.
What matters is you getting out of it stronger, learning your lesson and moving
on. It is also important to help others who might fall victims of such
situations too (although most people would not listen sha).</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , serif; line-height: 107%;">There are certain people who have made a fortune just from
sharing their life experiences with others e.g. Joyce Meyer. Personally I have
had my share of disappointments but the truth is, I have become a better
person. I cried a lot (I can be such a big baby) and took out time to analyse
the situation and truthfully I found out that I made some mistakes myself. Now that
is a lesson learnt.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , serif; line-height: 107%;">Now here is a fact. The higher you go, the difficult it
becomes. That’s the hard truth. But be rest assured that you are more than
equipped to overcome and succeed if you set your heart to it. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , serif; line-height: 107%;">Watchword
for the week</span></b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , serif; line-height: 107%;">: Correct your mistakes, learn for them and make
them a stepping step to greater heights. Have an amazing week.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , serif; line-height: 107%;">Next week’s post is going to be a video. You don’t want to
miss it at all.</span></span></div>
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Glowing and Growing in Christhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17055752955876945829noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5866915982869143604.post-44811183485666188592016-08-30T06:29:00.000-07:002016-08-31T07:43:05.489-07:00Copy Cat Syndrome<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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<![endif]--><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">How often do you limit yourself just because you chose to be
someone else? How often do you look at others before you take that step?
We find ourselves in a society where every slim girl is assumed a model, every
girl with flawless makeup is meant to a makeup artist and anything trending
from hairstyles to clothing and of course business is meant for everyone.</span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"></span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> Sadly, it takes extra effort to be someone else. That’s being
a copycat. Plain and simple. Seriously, not everything is for you, you are not
a general commodity. </span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"></span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">
</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The thing is the copycat syndrome exists in every one of us,
myself included. From the unnecessary show offs to the debt we incur just to
impress people who do not actually care. Think about the last 22 inches Brazilian
or Peruvian hair you bought just to show them in the office or school that you
know what up with the feeling of not want to be left out, and then you walk in
and no one, no one at all commends your new ‘prized’ possession. A certain
sense of rejection just overwhelms you and then you take plenty selfies and
post it online. When the likes pour in, you feel a sense of acceptance. You are
nodding and smiling right. I got that right. Hey it happened to me too.</span></span></div>
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">
</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Lest I forget too, our undying love for parties and aso-ebi,
after all we are Nigerians; we love our parties. But don’t borrow to buy aso-
ebi or use you next month’s salary to slay to the party. It is more memorable for
the couple if you package whatever you have and put it in an envelope. Am sure they would appreciate it better.</span></span></div>
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">
</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Now don’t get me wrong, taking out time to spoil yourself is
very much needed. I am an aso ebi freak
(when I can afford it) and I love to slay at every occasion I attend. But not
at the detriment of my pocket or next month’s earnings. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> When it is done to please others or in a way
that is really discomforting, now there is where you draw the line. Don’t, just
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">A friend was sharing with me a story of two neighbours who
lived right next to each other. Whenever neighbour A bought a new appliance,
the other followed even when it meant taking a loan. A new car meant a new car for
the neighbour and the list goes on and on. How insecure can people be? I personally feel
it boils down to lack of self-worth and low self-esteem. If you can afford it,
its ok. If you can’t please stay in your lane, there is no shame in that.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">In relation to our lives, where we live, how we dress, where
we hang out, the job or career we chose, the kind of mobile phones and even as
little as how we pray, we are all different. Why subject yourself to the
torture of being anything other than yourself? </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Do not box yourself in trying to behave like someone else
because no one actually ‘sent you message’. If it doesn’t work out well for you,
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">So, quickly say this after me</span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"></span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I am happy to be me</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I may not be perfect </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">But I am honest, loving and real</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I don’t try to be what I am not</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">And I do not try to impress anyone</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I am ME. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Till I find another interesting issue (which I know will not
be long), stay beautiful, real and appreciative of yourself. Sparkle like the
diamond you are. Ciao.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Finally the journey begun and as usual <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I </span>was armed. You see in Lagos especially on public transport you need to be fully ARMED with a motivational book or novel and most importanly earphones. Trust me it saves you from trouble sometimes.</span></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Pass<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">e</span>nger 2: <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">S</span>ee me see trouble oo. <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">W</span>here do you want me to move to. This bus is tight enough abeg oo.</span></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Pass<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">e</span>nger 1: Madam, is it because am talking to you politely. *Hisses* its not your fault. Just look at you. Orobo, Occupy till i come. Even in this economy when people are losing weight, you can't. Rubbish.</span></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Paas<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">e</span>nger 3: Ahan Sister, that's too much now. <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">W</span>hat has the woman done to you? Is it her fault that she is fat?</span></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Passenger 1: And how is any of this your business? Ehn answer me now. Amebo group of companies. I was not talking to you. </span></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Pass<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">e</span>nger 2: It is obvious you have no home training, not even a single one. And today i will teach you a lesson. *Slaps pass<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">e</span>nger 1*</span></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Everyone in the bus was stunned. It was a resounding slap. Before anyone could say Jack Robinson, Passanger 1 retaliated. Then the action begun. In my entire life in Nigeria and beyond, I have never seen such a scene before. Gosh!!! At a point, the driver begun to swerve, obviously distracted by the ongoing fight as passangers begun to yell and scream telling him to concerntrate on the road. </span></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Now the big question, who was going to seperate these the fighting duo. Two men stepped in grabbing each of them and pulling them away from each other. Both had finger nail <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">ma<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">rks</span></span> all over th<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">ei</span>r faces, hair was in total disarray and personal belongings scattered on the floor<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">. </span>I was too startled to even talk sef. </span></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Just when we thought the fight was over Passenger 3 decided it was time to talk.</span></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Passenger 3: wow. See how grown women are fighting on the bus. You shoul<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">d </span>be ashamed. Do you have children? Am quite sure they will be so disappointed in you guys right now. Gosh what a disgusting sight.</span></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">She kept going on and on in her by force british accent, little did she know that the anger in the fighters was still lingering. <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Li</span>ke the <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">sp</span>eed of light, she recived two 'hot' AKA Gbono felli feli slaps from the lionesses. When that was not enough to reset her brain, she almost recieved another dose only rescued by the man beside her.</span></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><i><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">P.S In Lagos , the number one motto of every surviving individual is MIND YOUR BUSINESS. </span> </span></i></span></div>
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