A piece by Queenie-Freda Fear, the element that holds us back With strapping hands it binds us Lying patiently in waiting, mocking our dreams With brazen disregard for our visions It grabs us from behind From the recesses of our spirit It seeps into our thoughts Corrupting our goodwill and reasoning Leave behind a mess … Continue reading Fear
What We Learnt From the International Break
Coach C.K. Akonnor received a lot of criticism after the Black Stars lost to the Eagles of Mali. Many people questioned his competence but the first game was too soon to judge his ability. The Black Stars had been out of action for more than 300 days. Coach Akonnor waited more than 8 months for … Continue reading What We Learnt From the International Break
Pink October: Get Checked Out
There are about 1.7 million cases and 522,000 deaths from breast cancer globally each year. This is why October has been set aside to create awareness breast cancer to help reduce cases drastically. Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer among women and is more prevalent in middle and low-income countries. Most of … Continue reading Pink October: Get Checked Out
2020: The Year of the Jubilee
Day 11 of Blogtober is here and today, I’ve decided to talk about a verse in the Bible. This verse is my 2020 favorite and I’d like to share it again for my loyal readers. Luke 4:18-19 The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to proclaim the good news … Continue reading 2020: The Year of the Jubilee
World Mental Health Day: Are You Depressed?
Mental health is one of the most under-appreciated aspects of human health. According to the WHO, more than 264 million people, of all ages, suffer from depression. Depression is one of the leading mental health illnesses across the world. The worrying thing about depression is the fact that many people suffer from depression at a … Continue reading World Mental Health Day: Are You Depressed?
Anticipation: Three Six Five
Three hundred days I waited I waited to see your face To feel the warmth of your skin Three months came and went without giving any indication of your return Three weeks later, it became clear that the wait would continue for another three Three days? Three hours? Three minutes? Three seconds? Well that’s easy … Continue reading Anticipation: Three Six Five
COVID-19 Diaries: Adapting To the New Normal
Seven months of the new normal has given me both good and weird vibes. I’ve been amused by complaints made by some friends concerning staying at home. It’s quite different staying at home this time, but I must confess that it’s basically how I live (home, home, and home.) I’ve complied with the protocols set … Continue reading COVID-19 Diaries: Adapting To the New Normal
She Loves Me…….She Loves Me Not
Sometimes we do things to people who love us and it ends up coming back to bite us hard. Honestly, you do something which feels right but it’s nowhere near right. Decisions concerning matters of the heart are big and can’t be taken lightly. (Experience inspired this piece and for those who will try to … Continue reading She Loves Me…….She Loves Me Not
THE LADY IN RED.
Today's challenge has given me the chance to feature a poem by a young budding writer. This lady is a lover of literature and enjoys writing. I'm not really a poet but I do know a good piece of artwork . I hope you enjoy it and give me your feedback in the comments. Here … Continue reading THE LADY IN RED.
Blogtober Day 5: Things of the Spirit.
We are into day 5 of our blogtober challenge and the feedback and support has been massive so far. Today’s task has to do with spiritual growth. I must confess that it’s been a weird day for me but here I am delivering on my promise. This particular post has no set structure but I’m … Continue reading Blogtober Day 5: Things of the Spirit.
Your Books For 2021……
Today is the 4th day of the blogtober and it’s been a good start so far. For day 4, my good friend, Poetess Akosua says I should suggest five books to read in 2021. It’s really an interesting theme for today. (P.S. don’t ask me if I have read the books I’ll suggest.) Here we … Continue reading Your Books For 2021……
THE HUB 