Reflections to 50 - Day 38 My hair!

 Today is Monday Aug 19

what's on my mind

My hair....random, i know!

now its in quasi dreadlocks....quasi because i begun off with small matutas and just didn't undo them, and now its two years later, here I am with hair up to my shoulders. my sister locks them for me as if they are sisterlocks...so its a mixture of both!

i love them now..some are weak at the front, I guess because of age, the hairline weakens..I need to do something about it; but i darken it these days...since i dont quite like the grey hairs at the front...maybe thats why the hairline is weak....mmmm

I am comfortable with my hair as it is now

Whats your hair journey?

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Reflections to 50 - Day 39 World Humanitarian Day

 Today is Sunday Aug 18

Tomorrow is Aug 19 - World Humanitarian Day

the theme for 2024 is so apt - #NoMatterWhat: Humanitarians Deliver

Over the years in the humanitarian space, I have interacted with all manner of people and weuh the stories....some of anguish...some of triumph...some of the conflict and hard to reach areas are not for the faint hearted!

from Oloitoktok to Chalbi...from Kakuma to Dadaab....the cry for dignity is evident.

no one wants to live an impoverished life because of circumstances beyond their control - unfavourable weather patterns or selfish leaders leading to protracted conflict. we all want better for our children, and so humanitarians come in and partner with communities to make this future possible

Cheers to all Humanitarians workers!! 

#LeaveNoOneBehind

Reflections to 50 - Day 40 - Put in all down on paper!

Today is Saturday Aug 17

so whats on my mind today?

journaling

i love to journal

i have kept a journal since forever

the best one i have is one i began in 31 january 2009 for my kids - i got this idea one random program i was listening to...and i was like...mmm what a wonderful idea!

i write all the big moments and the tiniest mundane moments - i love going back once in a while to read this again with them and we have a good laugh. 

last year i gave myself a challenge to do an online journal writing stories related to my family - i have so far gotten to page 8 - i will do it! and to help with this documentation, I stumbled on a beautiful journaling family book at half priced books in village market (love this shop!)

am taking a break from work and hope i can do a lot of writing during this period!

My Bible inspo is from Habakkuk 2:2 - NIV - Then the Lord replied; Write down the revelation and make it plain on tablets so that a herald may run with it

Reflections to 50 - Day 41 Walking 5kms per day

Today is Friday August 16

whats on my mind?

I committed to walking 5km per day - and weuhh....its been an uphill task

we try with my sister but we tend to manage 3-4km in one hour

but yesterday we managed 5km under one hour with my daughter!

feeling so achieved!

i read somewhere that even 30min of walking per day is good for you - so that i can do...

do you walk? jog? 

any movement?

try it!

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Reflections to 50 - Day 42 Assumpta!

 Today is Thursday Aug 15 2024

Today we mark the Solemnity of Assumption of Blessed Virgin Mary into heaven

Know anyone called Assumpta? wish them a blessed day today!!

Reflections to 50 - Day 43 Elephant Day

 Today is Wednesday August 14

whats on mind?

i was reminded that two days ago was World Elephant Day - and my mind went back to the first time i saw an elephant!

i was in Marsabit national park and voila, just outside my window there was an elephant and its cub - it was really a wonder to behold. I was scared for a minute there since it looked too close for comfort - but they were busy enjoying the salty water 

Then later on in Tsavo i actually stood next to one and took a photo - ai ai my heart! we had to wake up very early to go to where the elephants are...enjoyed the experience

Anyways, Aug 12 is to raise awareness on conservation and protection of elephants. 

Finally, the saying 'Tembo hashindwi kubeba pembe yake" is very apt! 

whats your elephant story?

Reflections to 50 - Day 45 Olympic GOATS!

 Today is Monday August 12

The 2024 Olympic curtain closed yesterday evening in Paris France

So what's on my mind?

I was all geared up to watch the Olympics but truth be told, I didn't watch many live matches, despite signing up to Showmax just for this!

Loved the performance that the indomitable Faith Kipyegon put - what a show of excellence!

Benjamin Zulu summarized it best

No man or woman has ever won the 1500-meter race at the Olympics three times.

But that was until one woman stepped on the scene, namely Faith Kipyegon.

She blasted into undisputed victory last night to the roar and standing ovation of the 75,000 witnesses at the stadium. She ruled the number one spot for twelve years now, or three Olympic games.

She has forever cemented her name in the annals of history that she went out and played her flute in the podium of her generation.

Now, imagine if Kipyegon had married an insecure guy who wanted her to stay at home and to never work? Or if she was among those women who look for a man who can provide everything so that they can just sit back at home?

Of course, there are chores to be done at home.

But that can not substitute your service to the outer world. There are girls who would catch their fire once they see you burning in yours.

How many believed in themselves by just watching Kipyegon?

Nobody can perform your calling for you.

Kipyegon wasn't just running for money but also for self-expression.

Many women are addicted to being provided for. Why would you let your talents atrophy and die within you?

Will you sacrifice the glory and fulfilment of reaching the pinnacle of your existence for laziness and comfort?

( Benjamin Zulu Global)

...and I will not even get to what Snoop did for the 2024 Olympics! Classic Act

2028 Los Angelus USA....that's the next one....