Daughters and the Less Common Seeking of Mother’s Approval
Despite being the "softer" parent who often always has your back, mothers can also be the parent you want approval from the most, for better or worse.
Speak Up Against Femicide. Say No to Gender Violence. #StopKillingWomen #EndFemicideKE
In this article, on the topic of femicide, the message is clear. The message is simple. Stop killing women.
The Sex Lives of African Women by Nana Darkoa Sekyiamah
Sex can bring joy just as much as it can bring pain, plus many more lessons I've learned from this most essential book.
Stay with Me by Ayobami Adebayo
How Far Can You Go to Hide a Truth That May Very Well Shatter Your Marriage?
How to Swim as an Adult: The Freestyle Stroke
The easiest swimming style, if you ask me, is the freestyle stroke. It’ll definitely prove a helluva workout to perfect, but once you do, you’ll be all set to compete with pro swimmers.
Learn to Swim as an Adult: How to Float in Water for Beginners
The first step to becoming a pro swimmer is learning how to float in water. It’ll come in handy in learning the four main styles of swimming and helps to regain balance while swimming.
The Father-Child Dynamic in a Typical African Household: Childhood Trauma and the Road to Healing
When working through your childhood trauma, an essential relationship to consider is the father and son or daughter relationship. Our society too can influence how fathers raise their children, and, consequently, impact their future for better or worse. Let's have this difficult conversation right here, leaving no stone unturned.
The Question of Consent. When Sex is Consensual, But Still Feels a Little Like Rape.
As difficult a conversation as this is, and believe me, I'm still learning, sometimes consensual sex doesn't feel like it. Consensual sex can feel like rape, and that's okay.
Before You Can Call it Quits on the Medical Dramas Flooding TV, Perhaps Give The Good Doctor a Try First
When I first started watching The Good Doctor, it had been for the love of Grey's Anatomy, or rather, my long lost love for it, before the show dragged too long, everyone died, and here we are choosing between hundreds of medical dramas all trying to copy the OG. Breathe, Joyce. Breathe.
Bored in the House? Here are 6 Best Films Guaranteed to Make You Smile
It had completely slipped my mind how crazy December tends to get - the way you expend lots of energy meeting friends and attending events. So, please do take a breather, perhaps slip a pizza in the oven, and binge-watch all of the teen dramas/action comedies/feel good films I have for you. You’re gonna love it.
In My Latest Hypermanic Bipolar Episode, A Few Crazy Things Happened – 10+ Things I Do and Say During Hypermania
Every bone in my body is telling me, "Don't post this. It's private stuff." But I will go ahead and post it in the hope that people with mental illness no longer feel like they need to keep that part of themselves private.
Ready to Move in with Your Partner? 8 Tips to Maintain a Healthy Relationship
It’s not always been the norm to move in with your partner before marriage. But I think it’s the best way to truly know if you’re a match. Without living with someone for an extended period of time and sharing your personal space with them, I doubt you can tell how willing you are to put up with their behavior or certain “icks” like leaving the toilet seat open. It doesn’t mean rushing the decision, either. So, by all means, read through this piece to know how ready you are to move in together and how to solve the issues that tend to come up.
Netflix’s The Stranger, Sworn to Turn Your World Upside Down
If Twists and Turns were a mini-series, it’d be Netflix’s The Stranger. Get ready to have your world blown over. Don’t say I didn’t warn you.
The Good Society, from The 100’s Point of View
"Today's world is messed up." Okay, then. How would you do it differently? The 100 sole goal is survival at all costs. The societies here don't hesitate to kill and maim to further their own agenda. Today, you'll judge these people harshly. But, we too have our own problems with our societies to work on. Can we learn from the other? Or are things meant to remain just the way they are?
Wild West Undead is Coming Soon. Here’s Everything We Know So Far.
Wild West Undead is an upcoming unique blend of Western and horror genres. Here's everything we know so far.
Let’s Talk Jada Pinkett Smith: Marriage Bliss, Social Media Trolls, and the Modern Woman Perspective
So, Jada Pinkett Smith is talking too much, says people worldwide. She needs to learn to keep her mouth shut. But it’s easy to jump on a narrative without knowing the behind-the-scenes. Let’s take a deep dive into the events leading up to these strong sentiments.
The Best Deck Builds in the Disney Lorcana Trading Card Game Right Now
If you’re looking for something way cooler than Poker cards, you’ve come to the right place. Disney Lorcana is a new trading card game that will blow your mind away.
Hidden Treasures in Nakuru: Come Along for the Ride
If you're like me, you want to know the answers to all the questions about a new place and its offers before choosing to go there. Lucky for you, I have taken the liberty to get these answers for you.
Moving Out 2 Review – Instead of Cleaning My House, I’m Just Going to Move to a New One!
Moving Out 2 is out, the wacky sequel that has plenty to offer in the way of laughter and chaos.
The Ultimate Travel Guide from Kenya to Rwanda: What You Need, What to Do, and Must-See Sights
Rwanda has experienced tremendous growth and has much to teach us. You can be in Kigali in thirty minutes or an hour, depending on your mode of transportation, and enjoy a peaceful, serene atmosphere that I wish Kenya had.
The Best RPGs to Play on Nintendo Switch, from Paper Mario: The Origami King to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
Jumpstart your slow Mondays with a role-playing game on the Nintendo Switch. Don’t worry about dumpster diving. We’ve got you covered with these best RPGs on Switch.
A Delightful, Enchanting, Tucked-Away Bistro in Nakuru, Kenya
Little Garden. It's a place I was curious to see. Not because my friends had told me about it, but because of its name.
How to Play Candy Crush Saga: Getting Started, Gameplay, Tips and Tricks
Yes, you got me. I’m a Candy Crush Saga addict. I haven’t quite gotten to the level that needs intervention. Please, be careful of playing this game a little too much. In the meantime, here’s a guide to help make your experience all the more rewarding
Before You Move Out for the First Time On Your Own, Read This Piece
"Moving out" doesn't have to be a decision you make overnight. No. Please take as much time thinking thoroughly about whether you're truly ready to live on your own.
Pastor Paul Mackenzie and the Biblical Perspective of Right Versus Wrong
Faith is something we can’t comprehend. But because we can’t understand it, it makes it all the more important to dissect what is taught to us, and whether those teachings are in fact, right or wrong to follow.
Free-to-play Candy Crush Saga and Its Highly Addictive Nature
Worthwhile mobile games are so rare these days, with most jamming micro transactions. While I’ve played quite a ton of games, none other comes close to all Candy Crush Saga has to offer.
1, 2, 3… Let’s Go. A Quick Rundown of How Gamers in Nakuru, Kenya Like to Go Down
Gaming isn’t what it used to be. There’s so much variety these days, and way more genre options for every person out there.
Chilly, Fizzy, Long Island at Culture Mambo Lounge in Nakuru, Kenya
Life without cocktails is like pain without morphine. Okay, maybe that’s a little extreme, but if you’re a cocktail junkie like me, then you’ll want to drop by Culture Mambo like yesterday. Thank me later!
Every Woman Has Them, So Why Continue to Sweep It Under the Rug?
I sound so cryptic, but it’s because vaginal infections, the topic we’ll explore today, has been made to seem like so for way too long. Tag along as we break down all there is to know about vaginal infections, including the causes, symptoms, and treatment.
Tyler Perry’s Sistas Season 6 is Out Now: Here’s What You Missed
As surprising as it is, Tyler Perry’s Sistas has been as close to real-life drama as any other show I’ve seen in recent years. Catch up on all you missed as the new season unfolds!
Keeping Up With Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3: Is This Their Last Run Together?
I sat through the entire two-hour-plus film Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, and it was the best decision I made this week. Find out why in today's brief overview of what to expect if you're interested in seeing the film as well.
The Perils of Living in Nairobi Illustrated in Nairobi Noir by Peter Kimani
Three parts. The hunters. The hunted. And the herders. Each part tells a different story, one you wouldn’t believe were true. Except it is true. However sad, shocking, or tragic, these stories all take place right here, in the heart of Nairobi.
Finally Watched Breaking Bad, Only the Most Badass Show Ever! Here’s What I Think
Breaking Bad had me going through a lot of highs and lows. I had to share my rollercoaster experience with you, even if it’s been a whopping 15 years since it aired. What can I say? Breaking Bad is timeless.
First Time at Kijani Kafe: A New Bar-Restaurant in Nakuru, Kenya
Chill, serene hang-out spots are so hard to find. So, when I ran into Kijani’s Kafe’s outdoor oasis of calm, I had to make sure you could enjoy it too.
Mr. Shawarma and His Secret Recipe: A Chill, Relaxing Hang-Out Spot in Nakuru, Kenya
Craving some healthy, crusty, full-of-life shawarma? I've got just the right place for you to dine in!
Life in the Ozarks – One Minute Walkthrough, Life Lessons and Best Quotes
Ozark is one of those shows that makes you question your own decisions, think about your journey, and how each fork in the road led you to where you are now. It's life-changing in the most unexpected ways and a must-see.
How to Choose a University and Degree in Kenya: Factors to Consider, Potential Obstacles, and First-Hand Experiences
Picking a degree in Kenya is like adulting. At first, you can't help craving it. Can't help getting excited the closer it arrives. Once it does, though, things quickly take a turn for the worst.
The First Step in Healing from Trauma is to Talk About It. So, Here’s My Story.
Nearly every single person I have met has a dark tale to share. Yet, even while going through it alone, we wish we knew of someone else out there with a similar experience. Someone who has overcome it, or still trying to.
Does the Vagina ‘Loose’ Elasticity from Having Too Much ‘Sex’ or Giving Birth?
There are a ludicrous amount of myths around loose vaginas. Boys will tell you that you feel loose, meaning that you’re a slut, while girls tell you of all sorts of ways to make your vagina feel tighter. In this article, we separate myths from facts and set the record straight on vagina elasticity over time.
How to Know if Your IUD is Out of Place and What to Do Next
An IUD is a more than 99% effective method of preventing pregnancies. It's reversible and quite popular nowadays. However, rare failures can occur when it moves out of place. Learn what steps you can take to determine whether your IUD is out of place and what to do next.
Introducing Your Boyfriend to Your African Parents: An Exclusive Inside Look at How I Approached Mine
Traditionally, people introduce boyfriends to African parents when they are ready to marry. But what if you're dating and want to tell your parents about it, even if you don't end up marrying?
I Just Got Paid. Now What? How Can I Save Money? How Can I Grow My Money Fast?
Financial literacy is something I wish I had known before starting my first job. If you're wondering how to save money and grow what you have, we have the steps and tips you need.
Family Planning Made Easier: Birth Control Methods, Myths & Misconceptions
If you're thinking about having sex or know someone who is, we've outlined the family planning steps you should take to avoid unplanned pregnancies, sexually transmitted infections, and HIV/AIDS.
The Real Housewives of Nairobi: First Impressions, Cast, and Good Ol’ Banter
Catch the latest news of the Real Housewives of Nairobi. We break down first impressions, thoughts, views, cast members, and more.
Did He Just Rape Me? What to Do If You Have Been Raped
Rape and sexual violence continue to go unnoticed. If you have been raped or suspect that someone has been raped, here are a few things you should do to protect yourself and heal.
I Just Bought an Air Fryer. Is it Worth the Buy? What Do I Need Beforehand?
No one wants to spend hours in the kitchen anymore. So, they opt for fast-cooking appliances like air fryers. But is an Air Fryer really worth buying? Is there anything more you need to get beforehand?
Can Online Writing Make You Rich? How to Earn Through Online Writing in Kenya
Get-rich-quick schemes are more popular than ever before. It begs the question of whether online writing is also a scam or a legitimate new way to make a decent living
Lesbian By Choice: Is Sexuality Something You Can Choose?
The world is changing. Kenya will repeatedly find itself at a crossroads of whether to change with the times or stick to tradition. Regardless of how corny it sounds, I'm genuinely curious whether being a lesbian is something you can choose to be.
“My Life as a Bipolar Girl” Breaks Down What it Means to be Bipolar.
Bipolar is often described as unusual shifts between high and low moods. But what exactly does it mean to be bipolar? What causes bipolar? Can bipolar be cured? Find out in this exclusive story about life as a bipolar girl.
The Truth About Money Market: What Are They, How Do They Work, and Are They Safe?
Friendships. Work. Relationships. Bills. Fun. Wait, back up. Bills! That's it!
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