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Blogging Can Be Fun
Especially when you have funny things to blog about! Meanwhile, noticed anything different on my blog lately? :P Y'all should check out my voice player and leave a voice comment - it's free of charge!
Follow the instructions....... And, if you have a VoicePlayer too, I'll reply. Thanks!
News:
Debut copies of the first issue of Newsquest newspaper were sold in Nigeria today, watch the Newsquest-NG space. Please support, a copy costs N100 and it is worth checking out at least.
Bizarre Old News (BBC) - Woman jailed for ripping off ex- boyfriend's testicle with her bare hands. Although this is two years ago gist, I am guessing a lot more things are humanly possible. Read here
ThisDay Music Festival (2007) - Shakira, Legend, UB40 to Star at THISDAY Festival. Read here
Events This Weekend:
15th - 17th June, Keynote Speaker - Danny Glover
Theme - Nollywood: Emerging Talent and Technologies
Check out http://www.nollywoodfoundation.org/
Funny Stuff:
Why Can't Everyone's Grandma Be As Funky As This Lady?
This Brazilian clip had me in stitches - haba!
Have a good weekend folks!
What's Really Good in Blogville?
Dipo Tepede (Poet) is giving away N33,000 to the lucky blogger/writer/poet/anyone who can write, entertain, inspire, empower and communicate to celebrate his blog's one year anniversary
These are the following criteria:
1) All entries would be critique and the best 12 would be featured on this site where readers would vote for the best piece.
2) All entries must not be more than 2 pages of Microsoft Word.
3) Deadline is applicable and double entry is not permitted.
4) The email address you send it through would be your signature and authentication; please, guard it and check frequently.
5) There is not limit on age, location and ethnicity.
Note: N33,000 is about $260
ROLL CALL: Naija Bloggers - The Book
The call continues to all Nigerian bloggers, worldwide to become a part of An anthology of the greatest works of Nigerian Bloggers- A book called Naija bloggers Vol 1.
Nigerian Bloggers around the globe are requested to send in their stories for publication in a physical anthology, the first of its kind by any group of bloggers on any continent. The categories are anecdotes, short stories, poetry, prose, drama and essays but there is room for as many sub-categories as are sent in as the book will also serve as a platform where artistes can showcase architectural/interior/exterior designs, photography, paintings as well as fashion and textile designs. Submissions are therefore welcome on any topic whether covered here or not.
Submissions should be sent to nigerianbloggers@yahoo.com not later than Friday, June the 15th 2007 stating date of blogging and blogname/address.
Finally, what we've been waiting for:
It's finally here (well it's been here almost a week now), you can listen to the contestants on the Blogville Idols page instantly. Brought to you by Pink-Peke productions (Pink-Satin and Opeke).
Also, see and/or listen to the Judges results here
Check it out, really cool and make sure you vote. You can listen to them online now!!!
Suzy Peaches' Fruit Basket (Issue #10)
Hello my lovely readers,
I trust you are well. I am very well - Thank you. I can see that you all have been talking about me – lol. Just to set the record straight Mona is not Suzy Peaches – Even though she wished she was (lol). Enough said.
I have also been accused for teasing you by starting conversations and never completing them. On that note I’ve decided to visit Singleton Street, the story will be continued next week.
Staying on the Singleton Street theme, and after much contemplation I have decided to share my list of Mays & Musts. Please feel free to comment on them – they are very much a work in progress (abit like me). So here it goes……………
I must admit my list has changed drastically in the last year, but I thought I should still include my old list just so you see where I am coming from. I have a feeling that this list may more spark conversations as to who Suzy is… if you have sussed my real identity please keep it to yourself - Thank you. Here are the lists . . .
OLD:
My Husband will be . . .
Appearance – Tall, Dark, Handsome, Broad-Chested, White Teeth.
Character – God Fearing, Honest, Trustworthy, Caring, Patient and Humble
Ambition - Good Job/ Career Path, House & Car
Personality – Funny, Light hearted, Sociable
NEW:
My Husband will be . . .
1. My friend - my best friend
2. A man who will love me more than I could love myself
3. A man who would love me more than I could ever love him
4. A man who will love me unconditionally
5. A man who seeks and longs for my happiness
6. A man who could show and teach me how to love
7. A man who fears God, more than man
8. A man who loves God, more than man
9. A man who seeks and longs to please God
10. A man not afraid to show true emotion
11. A man not afraid to cry
12. A man who will love me where I am at – on the way to where I am going
13. A man who can see past my imperfections and fears
14. A man who respects me for who I am and loves for who I can be.
15. A man who realises it is not about us – and understands that love is bigger than us.
16. A man who will bring me to my place of rest
17. A man who is able and willing to forgive and forget
18. A man who understands me
19. A man that I can Trust
20. A that I can believe in
21. A man that I will never give up
22. A man who brings out the best in me
23. A man who respects me
24. A man who knows right from wrong
25. A man with a mind of his own who is not easily influenced by his friends
26. A discerning man
27. A man who is sensitive to his conscience
28.
29.
30.
31.
And the list goes on ... I can hear you scream that is too much. But it’s because I am worth it. I too am working on myself to make sure that I can be the same for him. – Lol. Lets me know which ones you particularly like! I’m off home now. Enjoy your weekend. Byeeeeeeeee.
I have also been accused for teasing you by starting conversations and never completing them. On that note I’ve decided to visit Singleton Street, the story will be continued next week.
Staying on the Singleton Street theme, and after much contemplation I have decided to share my list of Mays & Musts. Please feel free to comment on them – they are very much a work in progress (abit like me). So here it goes……………
I must admit my list has changed drastically in the last year, but I thought I should still include my old list just so you see where I am coming from. I have a feeling that this list may more spark conversations as to who Suzy is… if you have sussed my real identity please keep it to yourself - Thank you. Here are the lists . . .
OLD:
My Husband will be . . .
Appearance – Tall, Dark, Handsome, Broad-Chested, White Teeth.
Character – God Fearing, Honest, Trustworthy, Caring, Patient and Humble
Ambition - Good Job/ Career Path, House & Car
Personality – Funny, Light hearted, Sociable
NEW:
My Husband will be . . .
1. My friend - my best friend
2. A man who will love me more than I could love myself
3. A man who would love me more than I could ever love him
4. A man who will love me unconditionally
5. A man who seeks and longs for my happiness
6. A man who could show and teach me how to love
7. A man who fears God, more than man
8. A man who loves God, more than man
9. A man who seeks and longs to please God
10. A man not afraid to show true emotion
11. A man not afraid to cry
12. A man who will love me where I am at – on the way to where I am going
13. A man who can see past my imperfections and fears
14. A man who respects me for who I am and loves for who I can be.
15. A man who realises it is not about us – and understands that love is bigger than us.
16. A man who will bring me to my place of rest
17. A man who is able and willing to forgive and forget
18. A man who understands me
19. A man that I can Trust
20. A that I can believe in
21. A man that I will never give up
22. A man who brings out the best in me
23. A man who respects me
24. A man who knows right from wrong
25. A man with a mind of his own who is not easily influenced by his friends
26. A discerning man
27. A man who is sensitive to his conscience
28.
29.
30.
31.
And the list goes on ... I can hear you scream that is too much. But it’s because I am worth it. I too am working on myself to make sure that I can be the same for him. – Lol. Lets me know which ones you particularly like! I’m off home now. Enjoy your weekend. Byeeeeeeeee.
In The Zone
Yup yup! I am in the Blogging Zone right now, better enjoy it while it lasts. Naija to the Core means Naija-related stuff so:
The Mag - MADE MEN (mademags.com)
Started by young Nigerian Entrepreneurs, Made Men Magazine is a Lifestyle Magazine for African men. In particular, I believe it is the first Nigerian Mag for men so there you go! We can't keep True Loving and Genevieving when the guys have nothing to read, then we complain they are always out, maybe this'll keep 'em at home (yeah, okay..) hehe.
Started by young Nigerian Entrepreneurs, Made Men Magazine is a Lifestyle Magazine for African men. In particular, I believe it is the first Nigerian Mag for men so there you go! We can't keep True Loving and Genevieving when the guys have nothing to read, then we complain they are always out, maybe this'll keep 'em at home (yeah, okay..) hehe.
Their Recent News says:
"Made Launched with 5000 copies on sunday 3rd june.The 1st issue is the entertainment issue. The 2nd issue is the Fashion issue.Who do you want to see on the cover??From the 6th June 2007 Made Mag.will be available on Virgin Nigeira business class seats,its available via subscription on the net & the magazine,its also available at all outlets from Nu metro Palms and Silverbird to hotels bookshops etc."
The Event - NAIJA REUNION '07 (naijaevolution.com)
Thursday is the deadline to book a room @ the discount rate of $84 a night i.e. 7th of June. The hotel rooms are almost fully booked under the group code. You have 2 days left.
To book your hotel:
Simply call....713-974-1000 and tell them you are using the group code "DJV" or go to their website,,.. by clicking on the link below and enter the group code "DJV" www.westchase.hilton.com
Hilton Houston Westchase
999 Westheimer Road,
Houston Texas 77042
Houston Texas 77042
For pictures of the pre-reunion party, check out http://www.dejavunet.com
The Idea - Miss Plus Size Africa Pageant '07 (missplusafrica.org)
Picture Source: Bella Naija
AH, well I don't know how innovative this is since Africa is filled with voluptous women, but before you throw stones at me, I got this from Bella Naija's blog. Sounds great though.....
Visit Miss Plus Size Africa
The Petition - McDonald's McJob (changethedefinition.com)
Okay, this has been going on in the news for a bit now and I chose to ignore it but this now just takes the absolute biscuit! McDonald's wants the definition of a McJob (in the Oxford English dictionary) to be changed......or lifted. Right now, it's defined as "an unstimulating, low-paid job with few prospects, esp. one created by the expansion of the service sector.”
LOL (no *ish) whilst on the other hand, McDonald's has won several awards and been described as one of .........wait for it:
1) The Times Top 100 Graduate Employers 2006
2) Financial Times Best Workplaces UK 2007
3) Best Place To Work in Hospitality Award 2007
4) Working Families Employer Award 2006
5) Britain's Top Employers 2007
6) The Times Top 50 Where Women Want To Work 2006
Rrrrright, so this is sort of a big deal then. What do you think? Here is the petition - changethedefinition dot com you decide.
Mona's Trivia
A fellow blogger inspired the first question :o)
1) For those who have never seen me before. How do you think I look (by looking at my writing style or whatever)? Tell me in five words e.g. warm, chubby, short, bla and bla. Everyone else who knows or has seen me can participate though but you can't answer based on what you know.
2) If you were a fruit, what would you be?
I would be a cross between a strawberry (shapey) and a melon (sweet) lol so maybe a cherry :o)
3) For fun trivia questions e.g. Which Family Guy character are you? Check out www.brainfall.com
Please leave your answers in the comments section.
The Two Sides of Nigeria
Picture source - Photo Essays at TIME.com
I think this is really cool, check out this link to view TIME/CNN pictures on poverty and prosperity simultaneously going on in the same Nigeria. Read picture titles :o)
ESTELLA COUTURE
Pictures from Estellacouture.com
This lovely lady, Estella Ogbona started fashion designing as early as six years old and now designs haute couture and runway ensembles. As NEA fashion designer of the year award winner, she stands out because of her wide range of collections. Check out her website here.I'm a big fan :o)
Nigeria video
The Afrobeat Movement - The blog
Excerpt from the blog (theafrobeat.blogspot.com): The Afro Beat is a club/ forum/ virtual gathering place for individuals of Nigerian heritage or association, who (amongst other things) would like to do lotsa chatting and noise-making in the hopes of getting the sleeping giant to wake up! Read more about us here
Introducing - MOTONIGERIA DOT COM
Well.........not really introducing as it's been around for a while but check out our very own Naija Autotrader - Motonigeria.com
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