31 days of drama, sunshine and rain

As we come to the end of January, am sure every one will agree that it has been quite a ride. I must say some days in this month had me wondering if I was an actress in some blockbuster, life can be quite dramatic sometimes.
Events of the nation, events in our lives, the decisions we make etc, could make a good script. But the fact remains that these 31 days have been real.
But i made a decision to not leave january with any of it's baggage, only lessons.
So I would like all of us to take a few minutes and reflect on the lessons of January.
For me, I learnt a few to always expect the best from my country and never be shocked when the government throws in a few suprises every now and then .
I learnt to eat better, got daily health and fitness tips from my friend all of which i intend to fully implement from febuary by the way *wink*.
But I learnt above all things to be nicer to myself, forgive myself for the mistakes i have made and take life a day at a time. To always believe that there is a big plan, that will play out as long as you remain calm and patient in times of trouble, especially when you've tried everything,to stand still and hold on in times that it has become obvious that you cant stop the wind. I call it QCC (quiet, calm, confidence).
Febuary is an opportunity to see if any of your broken new year resolutions are redeemable or if they were even worth it in the first place, a chance to embrace the new you and let go of the traits that almost cost you your sanity.
Ehen before i forget, it's also the month of love,as in overated valentines day,..we'll get into that later.
It's also the shortest month of the year *wink* , arent you excited already. lol
In febuary, I will do what i have always done... "eat, pray , love' .... yes and work harder and acheive great things... and eat some more. lol. We have been blessed with 31 days of sunshine and some rain.
Talk to you all in febuary....

Ready? Set ?....... Grow !!!

Hello amazing people, Happy new year!.... I know it's kinda too late to be saying that , considering it's the 29th of the January.But forgive me guys ,I could blame it on the fact that this year started on a chaotic note here in Nigeria courtesy of the fuel susidy removal and the protests that followed, or the fact that I had a bout of malaria fever brought on by the terible portharcourt mosquitoes.(hmmm. Iphie u sef, excuses plenty ooooo!!!)
Even people that owe you money will blame it on the fuel subsidy removal, it's an easy way out of everything.
But am not gonna make any, this is 2012 and there should be no room for excuses.By refusing to make excuses and embracing responsibility, we reap many rewards. The successes brought by this attitude act as a foundation for self-respect, pride, and confidence.
 As a girl who believes in truth and fairness (*hmm hmm* clearing my throat*), I will give myself a punishment for starting the year with excuses. lol
Today started like anyother sunday for me, jumped outta bed by 6.13am and headed straight for the radio station, but in between the three news bulletins i had to read this morning , I had a conversation with myself.
I thought about everything and the fact that i always had excuses for every little project I have failed to complete. And I tell u, those monolouges are very inspiring . I psyched myself up a bit and got 'gingered' and told myself "this week will not go scot free". I will grow every second of everyday and not leave for tommorrow whatever I can do today. I decided I was READY and SET to GROW.
Have a beautiful week guys, no more excuses.... Ready.... Set.... Grow!!!