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Always tell the truth – Kabi’s diary
Part one here *** “I have my big sister’s baby shower can’t make it” I blurted out without much thought. He went silent, probably thinking of a plan B “Oh babe, no, don’t be like that, I know Njoki’s baby shower is on the 26th hun, I saw the poster on IG, next weekend is the 19th. Come on Jaber, I need you there, we can talk and have a great weekend. -(major cringe) Why did I say that! I rub my temples to relax, ‘always tell the truth’ I could hear mum say and what does he mean need? “Look Odera, you’re a nice guy and we aren’t exclusive…
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Always keep your options open – Kabi’s diary
‘So,’ Shiru asked as she downed the last of her Beefeater, ‘do you think you’ll do it?’ The rest of the ladies looked at me, some with pity because they think I’m a goody two shoes and wouldn’t dare, others excited for because I just might, it was the usual Friday hangout with babes from the office, it had been a rough week and this meant we would probably be out all night having a good time and spend all weekend regretting it. Before I could think of what to say, Naya was back with 6 glasses and shouted SHOTS! And all was forgotten… for now. *** I recoiled in…
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Becoming – Michelle Obama
For me becoming isn’t about arriving somewhere or achieving a certain aim. I see it instead as forward motion, a means of evolving, a way to reach continuously toward a better self. The journey doesn’t end. I finally finished this book, a whole year into it being gifted to me and the tears, laughter, eye rolls and pleasant surprises have been wonderful, confusing and a major reality check. There are nights I read until 4:00 am in the morning without a hint of sleep, there were times that it was too heavy, the tears wouldn’t stop flowing in how personal Michelle Obama’s story is. I loved this book because it…
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Running 10 km everyday for 30 days – Tuzo Jonathan
I watched an IGTV video recently on Tuzo’s project 30, I was definitely intrigued, you mean someone can run 10km everyday for a month? On a good day I do 8km, and it’s not all a run, on a good week I’ll go thrice. What does it take then to run 10 km everyday? 1. Tell us a bit about yourself, what random thing should everyone know about you? Tuzo Jonathan is the only child in a close-knit family of three. He is a 2nd-year student pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Communication. A random thing is many people consider me an extrovert but I consider myself an introvert. I…
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Taking Stock
Hi lovelies! Hope you’re well and keeping safe. In all my years of blogging I’ve never taken stock. This was fun and made me think about a lot of stuff. Give it a try at the end maybe? Happy reading. Making: A sandwich with broadways bread and beef ham. Currently waiting for the light to turn red. This is undefeated and broadways is bae. Always has been always will be. Wanting: To do my nails. I keep looking at my previous nail do but I’m still paranoid with the whole pandemic situation. Drinking: A lot of black coffee, the Nescafe classic. I finally tried it sugarless and I have totally…
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Just Mercy
Last week I had the opportunity to attend a premier of the movie, Just Mercy starring Michael B Jordan and Jamie Fox. The event was sponsored by MMS Advocates and Corazon Kwamboka, Valentine’s Cake House, Anga Imax Cinemas and Vera Beauty College aimed to create a platform for lawyers and advocates to interact from all over Nairobi. Here’s the trailer to give you an overview of the movie. The movie is based in the United States and hits the nerve on matters race: How being born black in the US has condemned people to being guilty because of their skin color. It is based on a true story of prisoners,…
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Giraffe Centre, Nairobi
You probably remember Giraffe Centre from your old school trips if you studied at any school in Kenya. It was some kind of pre-primary/ middle school domestic tourist destination. And we were hella excited to go there! You may not remember much about it from then so let’s take a small tour and see if you miss it. The spot is one for nature lovers. It’s a place you just go and hang out, enjoy the view, learn about giraffe’s and feed them. It’s very chill and in case you’re going there with company make sure it’s the kind of place they would hang out. Giraffe Centre is located in…
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And Then Life Happens – Auma Obama
Auma Obama’s memoir is underrated. I don’t think we know what we’re missing by not reading the book. (Okay now I have) I get the feeling that this book gets passed as the book by Obama’s sister and everyone has the vibe that it’ll talk about Obama from cover to cover. The more thrilling part is that Auma let’s you believe it’s a book about her brother. As if to mock you and say, yes this book is everything you imagined it would be. She opens the book with an all about Barry story in full regalia with even the Clintons. You need to be patient enough to know that…
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Dinner guide feature
A couple of months ago a friend of mine whatsapped me asking if I’d like to feature on a show. I said why not (because half the time these things don’t materialize) but in this blogging life you just keep the faith. And months later it paid off. I was skeptical when I got the call but after sharing my location and doing my homework we gave it a shot and went for it. (Always share your location when you’re not sure! And it helps to always talk to boda guys around the area they will always validate if where you’re going is a legit place. If they don’t know…
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Watamu, Kilifi County
It’s always been a dream of mine to explore all corners of Kenya and Watamu was one of the many I hadn’t visited. It’s fantastic, especially in the low season. No crowds, peaceful beach walks and just about the best bargains you could get. Watamu is located 108km from Mombasa and about 30 minutes from Malindi. It is named after the people of watamu and means ‘sweet people’. There’s quite a number of places to visit when you’re here to live up the Watamu experience. Gedi Ruins The ruins date back to the 12th century rich in the culture and history of the Swahili people who came to be from…
