People who have risen above the severe tides of adversities are life’s warriors. The scars of their battles bear the witness of their triumphs. These categories of people are better …
Being a working mom should not stop your family vacation time!
Growing up in a single-mother household, we didn’t really get to experience family vacations or any fun unless we went with a friend’s family. It wasn’t until I became an …
8 Reasons no one should condone or tolerate domestic violence
Domestic violence is an issue that anyone in a relationship (of any kind) should not wish to experience, and I dare to say that no one should mete it out …
I am M.E.O: the journey of a financially independent mom
Like many women, I imagined that I would meet a man, we’d get married, and then decide to start our family together as husband and wife. But that’s not what …
How grandparents can positively impact the lives of their grandchildren
Being a grandparent is an awesome blessing that is unquantifiable. But it comes with some responsibilities. These roles, if played well, transcend generations. Grandparents are always super excited to see …
Don’t abort! You can keep that baby
When I was 14 years old, our neighbour’s domestic helper, who was also a teenager, got impregnated by her young lover. It was a difficult time for both her and …
How to sustain the legacy of your family business
Family business is one of the key drivers of the economy. Family businesses account for approximately 70-90 % of global GDP. Whilst I encourage people to start a business with …
Starting a family business and sustaining its legacy
Have you ever considered starting a family business and wondering if your children will be capable of sustaining it? If you answered ‘yes’ to the question above, please stick …
Benefits of a family being and living together
The beauty of a family lies in the togetherness. What is a family without its members being and living together? This question is not to judge families, who for one …
Not again! Dealing with serial miscarriages, and still, without a child (2)
“My name is Sandra* and I have experienced series of miscarriages since I got married four years ago. With no clear reason responsible for these miscarriages, it’s been a great …