I know for many of us Easter is another holiday, a long weekend to look forward to relaxing with our loved ones and recovering from the year so far. Easter has always been a special time in my family since I was young. As a child, the highlight of Easter for me was the chocolate eggs. My brothers and I got to choose the eggs that we wanted and we would stare at them for days on end until Easter Sunday came and we could finally devour them. As I’ve grown older, I’ve realised that Easter eggs (although delicious) are not the only reasons to look forward to Easter, but rather the hope that Easter brings. Whether you're a Christian, a person of...
When I first set foot in Nairobi it was the start of the “big” rainy season but the sun was shining so brightly. I was pleasantly surprised as I was expecting a downfall of rain to meet me upon arrival. I remember vividly the smell of damp earth mixed with the distinctive scent of cooking fires and a sign at Nairobi airport that read: “Smile. You're in Kenya.” How could I not? I had just landed in the pulse of Africa and I was ready to see, try and taste it all. Taxi drivers haggle between themselves about who is going to take the taxi fare whilst I listened indulgently to their Swahili. They finally agree on a price, and...
We sat down (virtually of course) with Prayers and Plans woman Renae Bluitt; Filmmaker, Executive Producer of the Netflix documentary She Did That and Founder of “In Her Shoes” blog. Renae talked to us about her She did that moments, elevating your own story and how she is navigating the new normal. What has inspired you on your journey to “She Did That?” Black women who are building brands, creating legacies and something magical out of almost nothing. All of the women that I've interviewed over the years, starting with my blog In Her Shoes have one thing in common, which is that we're all self-made. It’s not like we're inheriting a business or inheriting a blueprint to go off,...
How well you are looking after your mental health? Mental Wealth focuses on how much you are investing in your Mental Health. How are you are ensuring your psychological self is rich in peace, positivity and all the beautiful affirmations that can encourage one in hard times? We’re in the middle of a pandemic, maintaining our mental health is key. I’ll expand on self-care and the impact it can have on our lifestyle. Some minor tweaks can provide big results, I am living proof. There are some fundamental steps we need to take to achieve Mental Wealth: Pray: In times of uncertainty we must look to a very certain God. Praying is our way of connecting with God, speaking to...
May you always be satisfied,
May your dreams come true.
When you are tested and tried,
May the gold go to you.
May joy be your portion,
Prosperity too.
May God Himself look down,
In trials, see you through.
May kindness keep you warm,
With adventures in view.
May success result,
In everything you pursue.
May love and war,
Shape your world view.
And angels look down,
To cater to you.
May passion run deep,
Like an ancient taboo.
May you capture and keep,
The next heart you pursue.
When the end has come,
And your account is due,
May heaven look down,
And gladly welcome you.
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Poem by Jessica Puri
Photography by Marco Mansi
