December 31, 2010

neanderthal marriages
TerryDecember 31, 2010 0 comments

am an ardent listener to the Morning & Drive shows  on Classic 105, the call-in topics especially of late have been on the shenanigans of  'marriage' &relationships.

there's a man who shot his wife on the leg coz he saw another man talk to her, another brought a woman for a 'sleep-over' in full view of the maid while the wife was at a kesha, a man locked his wife in the house and went philandering in Coast with his clande, the now famous Kihara whose wife locked him in the bathroom and took off leaving him with only Kshs. 25 to name but a droplet of craziness.
It seems couples thrive on how much they can hurt each other more, it a battle of the sexes in which the biggest fool takes the trophy, yes I  said fool.

married "celebs" are engaging in extra-curricula activities that degrade the value of marriage day in,day out without thinking of the millions of young people who look up to them. Why did you get married anyway??

picture and full story on http://www.nation.co.ke/News/Olympic%20champion%20Wanjiru%20charged%20over%20threat%20to%20wifes%20life/-/1056/1080978/-/93oaq5/-/index.html

The above named fellow is my reason for raving this new years eve morning when I should be blogging about happy stuff.
The world marathon champion,Olympic marathon gold medalist, a Chicago and London marathon champion (quiet an achiever !) Samuel Wanjiru  was yesterday charged in a Nyahururu court with threatening to kill his wife, illegally possessing a firearm and other counts of threatening the couples house help and watchman and harming him.
eish what has marriage come to ???
Just look at the world-reknown fellow, instead of his pacesetter or coach being next to him, it's a law enforcement officer.
He now stands to lose endorsements and appearances because of his actions, just ask Tiger Woods.

Mr. and I were driving back from a funeral when we heard the news on radio, to say we were shocked is an understatement. Lately we have been discussing what ails marriages just so we never find ourselves in a messy situation.
One thing we always wonder is, what happened to the two people who were madly in love with each other they decided to build a home together? even if it was due to circumstances such as pregnancy or arranged marriages, is it not possible to make lemonade out of the lemons otherwise just walk away?

Please people if you trully feel the domez between you and your spouse is irreconcilable, take a bag and pack your stuff and anyone/anything you'd like to take with you and leave with your dignity and respect intact, that way, if ever the two of you get back together, there shall be no ill-feelings and underlying mischief, boundaries will have been established and if not, you will not land in jail for your stupid actions on another human being who might not even be worth it.
Marriage is a wonderful institution that should fill you with joy & happiness, companion & friendship, partnership & security and all the good things that God intended it to be. It has some downs too but mostly ups.

If you are married, make a resolution to enjoy life with your spouse. If you are single, forget the shit fools do, marriage is great.

un muy feliz año nuevo, 2011
 
 

December 29, 2010

great Kenyans 2010
TerryDecember 29, 2010 2 comments

they've had an impact on me and others, I hope

As 2010 comes to a close, I wish to  applaud a fraction of the people who have influenced me (to be better) by their words, action and beliefs. Only one of them have I met personally, the rest I just read about them though I admire them immensely. 

  • Bushra Ahmed
     
the most mature teenager I have ever met.

Strong in character, hardworking and true to her faith even when no one is looking.


A wonderful human being, very thoughtful , lots of fun to hang out with.


I pray 2011 brings more boys across her path coz she needs to get out of her cocoon and date !!

  •  Mwenda Kilemi
pictures from http://www.standardmedia.co.ke/InsidePage.php?id=2000008381&catid=159&a=1 and TRUE LOVE


 at only 22 (he's now 23), Mwenda become probably the youngest lecturer in Kenya, teaching at the University of Nairobi. 
With a Bachelor's degree in political science, Sociology and History (honours), a Masters in Broadcast journalism from one of the best journalism schools globally and working on his PhD, he has quite an impressive resume. He represents the future of Kenya and is a role model to his peers.
his is a story I'll keep telling my children.
I hope he'll be one of my lecturers when I pursue my masters in Journalism at UoN.


  • Martha Karua
 this lady AMAZES me.
I admire her courage to stand strong when grown men are faltering. She faces her opponents head-on and defends her position, even when no one backs her, to the very end. 
she has been on a high in 2010 and I pray for greater things in 2011. I believe her time has come to lead these nation and show the men how it done.
and I love her style, always dressed to suit the occasion/event.



  •  Carol Mandi
 I admire this lady for her persistent and belief in her brand. She's the most multi-talented media personality I know.
She inspires me a lot

December 27, 2010

chilling alone
TerryDecember 27, 2010 0 comments

my kids went to visit their cousins till evening. The house is kinda quiet without them (I have to admit, though their noise drives me up the wall, I miss it so much when am not with them) which means am just there there..we've been each others primary company this holz.

I decided to go thru my copy of this month's TRUE LOVE E.A. mag, look what I found




this I should try, stunning !!!!

and this too !!


yummy


me like.



what is it with the 'there there' feeling and snacking. This is what am upto as I blog


in bed (at 12.33pm), on the internet and a huge packet of crisps.

 I just wanted to take a few bites ...... mmmmhhhhmm ..... now there's none left. am not guilty !!!!







as I listen to Mary J. Blige "each tear has a lesson" isn't her music so good ?? I love it & her

Buenos dias !

December 25, 2010

x-mas 2010
TerryDecember 25, 2010 0 comments

after 'gava' gazetted the new alcohol bill, we decided to celebrate this year's Christmas at home. it has turned out well. Lunch was amazing, we all loved it. just made some easy to make foods, am not even tired. Thank God my househelp didn't go home so I had someone to share the work with.


and the mbuzi choma, mukimo, delicious coleslaw
 I've had so much to eat I might never be hungry again.

 yo tenido una Feliz Navidad con mi familia, estoy muy alegre!





December 24, 2010

keeping on
TerryDecember 24, 2010 0 comments

I'm trying to sort sort this blog, making a few layout changes, adding gadgets e.t.c e.t.c.  it's not yet fully done to how I'd like it to look but hey..... am keeping on.

Thank God I did all my Christmas shopping  early apart so no last minute rushes, oh so blissful.


Merry X-mas

December 23, 2010

It has been waaaay too long before I blogged. It will be one of my new years resolutions, I start practice now.