UPDATE ON VIRGIN HAIR FERTILIZER

I want to share an update on the use of virgin hair fertilizer cream on my hair. I was not consistent towards the end of October to this December, I became uncomfortable with the smell because I was sick.

It was in everything I wore . I decided to stop though I was noticing growth but if it worked for you and you where able to complete the challenge, please share a before and after pictures thanks.

Before

After

House of Badmus - Badmus in distress 3

House of Badmus - My Aristo

House of Badmus - My Aristo 2

Wrangling

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Hairstyle.

I want to quickly show you my hairstyle for this week just in case you need ideas on how to style your hair.

How To Style
I cut the hair into six parts, and held in place with a hair band or (you could use thread).
I made  four chunky twist with the parts at the back and middle,then tuck in place with hair pin.
I braid the tips of the two parts in front, fold them with hair pins. (You could  fold and hold in place to the front or to the side like I did mine).


Last week I rocked three burns made to look like a Mohawk,and it lasted the whole week.

The good thing about these hairstyles is, they are quick to do with little manipulation of the hair.

Cause and Effect

It is amazing how people cause unnecessary panic with what they say. A whole city goes into emergency lock down because of rumor. How did this news of forceful immunization come about, how did it even spread so quickly? The things we say could make or mar another person. That been said it is also wise to verify information before acting on them.
        I had been a victim, I was coming back from school years back and there was a problem between the Northerners and some youths over the killing of Christians in the north. So we were in a bus waiting for more passengers, when we saw a man running towards us; Immediately people started running someone said "they are coming! they are coming!" We panicked, nobody ask who was coming, we all assumed the worst. We took to the door of the bus, of course! it wasn't big enough for everyone; Some started jumping through the window and some of us were injured in the process. The problem was we did not know where they were coming from so we were so confused on where to run to. Many of us ran into nearby houses,but when we did not see or heard anyone or group of people with cutlass or gun we came out of our hiding places and no one could say why exactly we ran.

Watch what you say, how you interpret what was said and how you spread it. Innocent lives could be lost because of your careless talk.

Just pondering

I do not know why Imo State governor decided to spend tax payers money to erect a statue while some of their roads are not in good condition. I have been thinking about this statue and what story I could tell my children when they ask why a South African president's statue is in Imo State.  We would like to see statues of people who has contributed to the development of  Imo, so that we will emulate them.  I will also like to see  those roads repaired and workers paid as at when due. Maybe with that, someone, someday will remember and make a statue of  Mr  Rochas. The truth is our legacy will leave after us.
What is wrong with our leaders, it is as if they do not even care what happens when they are not around, or how they will be remembered. That position you are occupying will be some one else tomorrow and you can not live forever. It is time to consider what happens to us and the kind of legacy we live.

Be Thankful

I always have problem with seeing well dressed men and women stopping me on the road to ask for money and they have the same reason for begging as the other day. I am not against giving but I can not understand how you would ask for the same thing every time we meet (money for food, money for medication, money for transport). It is hard to know those who genuinely need help and those who are tired of striving like most people to make ends meet. One particular man caught my attention, because he could be regarded as able bodied physically. So because of people like him, I try as much I can to put some money in "St Vincent de Paul" boxes ( you will see these boxes in most catholic churches, to help the poor and needy). I do not want to bother myself with who is genuine anymore but want to help the needy when I have and also be thankful to God that I have what I need and also to give.

On my way to school one morning, I noticed a man searching through a rubbish heap by the side of the road. he stopped at a particular spot bringing out some chicken parts and putting them in a black plastic bag. I thought about it all day, what does this man need this chicken for and I imagined him cooking them to eat. Maybe he needed food for his children that morning ;A lot of  thoughts went through my mind,especially I remembered this song "they" taught us in Sunday school;
Some have food ,they cannot eat
Some can eat but have no food
We have food and we can eat
Glory be to thee oh Lord! Amen
 I pray that God will give me the grace to be thankful at all times and give to people when I have.I wanted to post this picture on Facebook but I felt it should also remind us to be thankful for what we have and who we are.

Acrotic poems from children

Making children write poem is always fun because they paint beautiful pictures in their minds
Enjoy!

Happy and scary kids
Asking for candy
Lights flickering
Little footsteps walking
Outside in the dark
Windows cluttering
Endless screaming
Eating candy
Now on October 31st

Pleasant and soothing
Unless you want it wild
Rich
Peaceful
Lovely
Everyone loves it.

Cheerful greetings
Hustling and bustling
Roasting of turkeys
Indoors we feast
Shops are closed
Trees decorated
Merrymaking
And singing
So happy to be part of it

Every Nigerian life matters

I believe that every soldier is under an authority and are carring out an order.I feel very sad at the event that took place in Abia state. I  do not understand why one should throw stones at soldiers who risk their lives to ensure our safety.  The consequences of this  kind of action could be disastrous. Innocent lives could have been lost if these soldiers did not act with wisdom.
The life of every Nigerian citizen matters. A Nigerian soldier has a right to work or be anywhere in this country like every other Nigerian.  Our Igbo brothers, tell your advisors that they are not telling you the truth. We want a country we could be proud of, where we could sit down and imagine our children's future but if we fight against each other, the future is bleak.
Our rulers should ensure no individual takes the law into his hands without punishment.

Change it a bit

Well today I have beans on the timetable, I wanted something different but still did not want to alter my time table,so I decide to change it a little with my already cooked corn.  So lets do it together

What we need;
Beans
Crayfish
Salt
Onion
Pepper
Palm oil
Seasoning
Scent leave(optional)
Corn

Preparation
Pick your beans to remove stones if bought in the local market ,Wash and parboil. remove the water, add another water and boil till soft. Add Salt, Pepper, Onions, Crayfish and Palm oil and seasoning to the beans. Allow to simmer at low heat and add scent leaves for few seconds and turn of the heat.
Boil corn till soft and add a little salt to the water. Allow to cool down and remove the corn from the cob .
Serve with fried plantain if desire.

Another way to change it a bit

Enjoy!

One Man's meat...............

I was told that cassava starch is poisonous and can not be eaten. I remember growing up, when we starched our school uniform and our parents will tell us that eating starch is dangerous, so we shouldn't put them in our mouth.They will always tell us that it contains cyanide,(so does fufu and garri until they are cooked). Now I realize that starch is part of Urhobo native delicacy in the south south part of Nigeria. They can eat starch with any soup but the Banga and Owoh soup is their native soup served in most traditional events.
I sat down starring at this delicious meal

and the first thing that comes to mind is one man's meal is another man's poison.

Virgin hair fertilizer

A lot has been said about taking care of natural hair,most people say, it is so expensive to care for and others say it is so painful to manage. Some people had actually told me that they cannot afford to buy most of the hair products. I have decided to try some made in Nigeria products so as to be able to recommend to some of my natural hair sisters the good and less expensive ones, also encourage them to grow out their hair. Most of the made in Nigeria leave in conditioners and shampoos I used has proven to be a no go area. I went for black soaps as shampoo but I haven't gotten a good made in Nigeria hair conditioner or leave- in(I am using Cantu products for now). I also cherish my raw Shea butter which most times I use as sealant and hair cream.
 About two months ago I bought Virgin hair fertilizer because of the reviews I've seen and read about it, although I have used it ones in secondary school to treat dandruff. It has been said that this product enhances hair growth which I can agree with because I cut off about 2 inches of my hair in the month of June, and between June and now I have grew back the two inches. This is what is left of my Virgin hair cream. I am determined to grow out my hair and if using 500 Naira worth of product will achieve that, it is not much a price to pay.

I want to see how many inches of hair I would grow by December using virgin hair fertilizer cream daily. Currently my hair at the nape which is the shortest part of my hair is 13 inches, so by December I hope to achieve 18 inches that is one inch a month.

WAYS TO ACHIEVE MY GOAL
I have started protective styles by wearing two corn rows on my hair. I will moisturize, and re-plait these corn rows every three days.

I will wash, deep condition my hair every 2 weeks.
Every night, I will apply the hair cream before going to bed.
 Eating balanced meal is priority for me on this challenge.
I will cover my pillow with satin because wearing the bonnet or scarf does work well for me.
I wish  to keep to this routine but if there are changes, I will let you all know and I hope you will join me on this hair challenge

Abundant blessing

I came across this beautiful picture  my Hubby, our first child and I took early in our marriage. I was moved to tears of joy because God has been so great to my family. I went into my marriage with all the goodies and garbage(s) I brought from my home ( I guess I will write a book about it), and it rocked the marriage so much; But we are still here trying to learn new things. I am grateful to God for our family and how far we have come. I have grown so much since then and dropped most of the garbage and picked some more goodies from the lovely people I have come to know. God has blessed us a lot and if we continue to walk with God, He will lead us to greater and desirable height. Amen

African Movie Academy Award(AMAA) Countdown

We have few hours to AMAA, every hand is on deck to make sure we have  a successful award night. Tune in to NTA to watch it live.

One Voice

 Flood in Owerri

This picture was sent to me on whatsapp today and when I traveled to Owerri last year, there were so many abandoned road projects in fact the World Bank Estate roads which has the only manageable road to my estate, were in terrible shape.
Online, there has been pictures of what Imo-state government is doing but a lot of people are still complaining of poor roads, inability to pay the complete salary of workers. The rate of complain is so much that I am wondering if the people of Imo-state cannot come under one umbrella and decide on what to do next. They voted in the present governor and if he is not doing well, he should be ask to leave.
When a community like Imo-state can not stand as one to decide what they want, how possible can it be to decide under Biafra.
 Biafra has shown that there method of independence is by force and dictatorship(you do not force people to stay at home or close their businesses because you are trying to prove a point that benefits you). When the Igbo's decide to talk with one voice, then they are capable of being independent.

That being said of my people, let us talk about our country, 2017 budget was signed in the month of June ,that is six months into 2017; Unfortunately most of the things that require building will have to wait because this is the raining season, again things that concern food productionmay have suffered and farmers may expect low production that means scarcity. The planting season is almost over in fact foodstuff like corn, vegetables etc are being  harvested now. The question is, how is this country going to move forward?
The issue of health is of great concern, On the television yesterday, UN representative is saying that the numbers we claim to have been immunized in a lot of areas are not accurate as compare to their findings. Today we have outbreak of Lassa fever, tomorrow is Cholera. Despite the fact that the immunization against Polio has been going on more than a decade ago, some children are still suffering from it. What is the Ministry of health doing or going to do about it?
Now we come back to our various communities; In my area it takes almost a month for the waste management to remove the waste yet we pay waste bill, even when you complain, the excuse is not more than spoilt vehicle or "no vehicle" available at the moment. Then in the night you can't have a good night rest because rats and cockroaches are feeding fat.
The truth is the government can not see everything, that is why we have representatives and we can make them work if we agree with one voice
It is important to work towards the growth and development of our country, if you agree lend your voice in every area you find yourself, so that those who have ears can hear.

The Heart of Men

The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately sick; who can understand it? Some  Igbo's, for reasons best known to them decided that Biafra is the way forward.  On the 30th of May 2017  asked workers not to go to work even if you do not agree with them on the actualization of Biafra. A report from this site , http://saharareporters.com/2017/06/06/northern-youths-declare-war-igbos-north-ask-them-%E2%80%98leave%E2%80%99-within-three-months (you can check it out) is talking about the Northern youths asking Igbo's to leave.
It is time each of us sits down and weigh the pros and cons of our actions. What do we stand to gain from this? let us talk about a state in the east like Imo-state, the citizens are still owed salaries, life is difficult for most of their citizens yet they are been governed by a son of the soil, by their own person. Who said that things will get better by actualizing a Biafran state?  "Don't forget Igbo enweghi eze"
Now, for the north, asking the Igbo's to leave does that in any way increase development in the state. I believe that positive interaction between two people brings growth and development.We should ask our leaders to be accountable not kill one another. If your brother ask you to carry arms make sure that he and his entire family are with arms and are at the fore front before you think about it. I am saying this for the sake of our children, they deserve to live a life  of Peace, justice and love. This country has seen so much blood shed and terror in the hands of strangers and even brothers.
I do not know why my neighbour want Biafra or why he/she want the Igbo's to leave the North so I cannot join a cause that will endanger my generation.
"Uche bu akpa onye yi nke ya" (the mind is a bag each one is wearing his or her own)

Natural hair

I found these pictures some minutes ago,my daughters hair in 2013 during their relaxer days

 Natural hair 2017

 2013 relaxer days

2017

GUINESS WORLD RECORD ATTEMPT UPDATE

Team Nigeria, has finally carried out their 150 hours theater performance,  I was impressed by their performance and dedication because sometimes on my way to drop my kids at school I take time to watch them. They put their effort and might into it and I am happy they came up with this idea.
My concern was the setting and their accommodation, most mornings you see some of them lying on the floor behind the stage which was a small space in the middle of a major road. The few sits available could sit mostly the crew, so the audience are either standing or walking by.

Then I do not understand why adequate arrangements were not made for accommodation, because I saw some of the ladies looking for where they can have a bath or clean up. It wasn't funny for me because if they were sponsored/supported by the Lagos State Government then their accommodation should be priority. So I am angry with whomever was in charge of logistics and planing for not making adequate arrangement for an event you want the world to talk about.
To Team Nigeria, more grease to your elbow.

NEW HOPE

For everyone that has lost a loved one,there is hope for a better life after here.

Guiness World record attempt

The Nigerian youths  has shown once more that whatever they put their hearts to do they will go all out to achieve it. A group of Nigerian youths came together under the umbrella of "Team Nigeria" to put together a 150 hours non stop theater performance.
I met with Hope Udoenoh, the lady in charge of media and publicity for Team Nigeria for Arts, she sounded so excited about the 150 hours theatre performance coming up from 10th to 16th May 2017 at the Ikeja city mall. The drama Eko will be on stage for 150 hours to break the Guinness world record of the longest marathon theatre performance which lasted for 76 hr 18 min 25 sec and was achieved by Lamb's Players Theatre (USA) in Coronado, California.
I am looking forward to this event and I believe that Team Nigeria will be able to pull it off. This is a glimpse of their test run  activity at Maryland Lagos state.

                                            

                                                        Hope Udoenoh

                           Team Nigeria
For more information visit www.teamnigeriagwr.com

Hair style

The most important thing about this hair up do is that it makes ones face appear  longer. It is good for ladies with round face. Enjoy

Hair journey

The most important thing everyone should know is that our hair are different, no two persons have exactly the same hair type and react the same way to hair products. My daughters have different hair texture and the react differently to certain hair products. I am saying this because many people will say, I have been natural for this length of time but my hair is still very short  or this hair product is not good. It could be as a result of some factors, so you will be the one to figure out what works for you and what does not.

These pretty ladies have different hair textures, they started their hair journey the same day but do not have the same length of hair; Because we are unique individuals, everything about us is unique. Embrace your hair and continue your hair journey with pride.

I want to quickly show you my hairstyle for this week.

Grazing Ground

Fulani Herdsmen continues to terrorize Nigerian citizens. I was listening to an interview with a Retired Military General this morning on Channels television on the issue of the Fulani herdsmen. He said that provision of grazing fields will help to cut down on this Fulani killings and I tend to agree with him.
I think, since our borders are porous and we can not pull out of ECOWAS, the solution will be grazing fields/grounds provided by the government. The Government will ensure that these fields/ grounds have veterinarians  who takes care of the animal health and farmers who will make sure the animal feeds are planted and grown all year round. This will provide jobs and motivate youths to go into agriculture. Transportation will be provided to convey these cattle to there grazing field or ground , this will stop the clash between the farmers  and herdsmen.
 A Fulani herds man who wants to use any of the grazing fields will have to register with the government  and pay tax thereby providing revenue for the government. If any herdsman is seen wandering around with cattle, let alone seen carrying AK47 he/she will be prosecuted by the state.
This could be achieved if our leaders put there mind (Political will) to it. The citizens of this country are dying in the hands of these herdsmen, the least the leaders could do for us is find a lasting solution to these problem. Their major priority is the safety and well being of the citizens of this great Nation or what do you think?

http://smallfarms.oregonstate.edu/sfn/spg09pasture

Making the best out of a frizzy twist out

Enjoy

No more head tie on a bad hair day

Are you having a bad hair day and, you are wondering what to do  about it, fortunately you have the night to decide. Not to worry, this is what I did

1)I wet my hair and twist it  in big chunks

 2) Because I want it stretched, I used a thread to band it up( you could use your hair bands)

 4) I covered my hair with a satin head tie and went to bed.

5) Next morning I moisturized my hair and use hair pins to tuck and pin the front and made a bun at the back

There you have it, you can make anything out of a bad hair day if you are creative.