Money Risk Tolerance Levels Do you know what your money risk tolerance level is? Knowing it can explain your various personal financial habits. Those habits that shape your overall spending patterns, purchases, savings, investing, and even gifting. What is Risk Tolerance? According to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), risk tolerance is described as … Continue reading Money Tolerance Levels and Habits
Blessed Sunday to You … You shall be like a Tree
Tree “Blessed is the man Who walks not in the counsel of the ungodly,Nor stands in the path of sinners,Nor sits in the seat of the scornful;But his delight is in the law of the Lord, And in His law he meditates day and night. He shall be like a tree Planted by the rivers … Continue reading Blessed Sunday to You … You shall be like a Tree
The Lifelong Impact: Praying for Our Children Matters
Parents Praying for Their Children In the journey of parenthood, there's a profound yet often underestimated power: Prayer. From the moment our children come into this world, our prayers weave a protective cloak around them, guiding them through the twists and turns of life's path. But it doesn't end there; it's a lifelong commitment, resonating … Continue reading The Lifelong Impact: Praying for Our Children Matters
10 Unexpected Ways to Surprise Each Other
Surprise Each Other Just because you’ve now captured each other, or the babies are popping in, does not mean that the dating and romance ends. It’s always good to rekindle the romance in a relationship. Most couples are great at doing so while dating, but sadly and quickly forget once married. The romance candle that … Continue reading 10 Unexpected Ways to Surprise Each Other
Make Every Friday Feel Like Fun-Day: Tips for a Joyful End to Your Week
Happy Friday We all know that feeling when Friday rolls around - the anticipation of the weekend, the promise of relaxation and fun. But sometimes, Fridays can feel like just another day. If you're looking to inject some extra joy and excitement into your Fridays, you've come to the right place! Here are some tips … Continue reading Make Every Friday Feel Like Fun-Day: Tips for a Joyful End to Your Week
Of Heartbreaks and Heartbreakers
Don’t break hearts In the realm of love, where dreams take flight,Heartbreaks lurk in shadows, casting their blight.Whispers of promises, once sweet as a song,Now shattered like glass, everything feels wrong. Heartbreakers roam, with charm as their guise,Leaving behind trails of tears and sighs.Their words like honey, dripping with deceit,Leaving broken hearts in their cruel … Continue reading Of Heartbreaks and Heartbreakers
The Polygamous Family
Polygamy or Polygyny What kind of Family is it? The Polygamous Family involves one individual having multiple spouses simultaneously. The most common form is the man marrying multiple wives. This form is called polygyny. The other form, though rare, is termed polyandry, where the woman is married to more than one husband. The family code … Continue reading The Polygamous Family
The Nuclear/Monogamous Family Structure
The Nuclear/Monogamous Family A nuclear (or monogamous) family typically refers to a family structure where one person is married or committed to only one other person at a time. It's a common form of family organization in many cultures, where individuals have exclusive romantic or sexual relationships with a single partner. The word nuclear or … Continue reading The Nuclear/Monogamous Family Structure
Rest Day and Time for Mental Recharge
Mental Recharge Taking care of one’s mental health, by having rest day and time, is essential for overall well-being. It's imperative for us to recognize the importance of prioritizing self-care and giving ourselves the opportunity to recharge. Mental recharge is particularly necessary as more people are resorting to working more than one job. Not just … Continue reading Rest Day and Time for Mental Recharge
Time flies when you’re having fun …
Couldn't have done it without you. Heartfelt Thanks to my subscribers and visitors, and for the comments, likes, and shares. I look forward to riding the WordPress highway with you all, all the way! 🙏🏾
The Highway of Life
The highway of life The highway of life is paved with parts that are smooth, others bumpy and rocky; some beautiful flowers to admire or pick up on the way. And there are thorns better left alone. On the highway of your life, it is wise that you must take a break in between. For … Continue reading The Highway of Life
And the Guinness Record is broken!
#ChessMarathonforChange Congratulations to Tunde Onakoya on this daring feat and well-deserved win. Congrats to his playing mate, Shawn Martinez, too, for the endeavor. They did it together.
California Public Spaces
California Public Space Weather is beautiful The weather is beautiful. Californians are enjoying the beautiful weather. Spring is in the air and the flowers are blooming bright blue, red, and yellow. It’s the perfect time to be outside. Time to smell the morning glories, hydrangeas , roses, tulips, sunflowers, and daisies. Enjoy nature, take a … Continue reading California Public Spaces
#ChessMarathonForChange
http://www.instagram.com/p/C56Lco5uMWl/ Tunde Onakoya is a Nigerian chess prodigy. He's currently playing in New York in an attempt to break the Guinness Book record for the longest chess marathon. He's playing to raise $1 million. It's been 24 hours playing chess at the Times Square. This link shows him playing with Shawn Martinez, a US National … Continue reading #ChessMarathonForChange
The Family Structures
A Family The world has evolved. Times are changing. Or, should I say that times have changed. Traditionally, Family included the husband (man/male/he/his), the wife (woman/female/she/her) and the children. Before I began writing about the family structure, I was curious to find out the various family structures now available. Surprisingly, there are several types of … Continue reading The Family Structures
Warriors is out of the Playoffs 🥺
Crying face My Warriors is out of the Playoffs as it loses to Sacramento Kings in the Play-In. For the first time in twenty years, Warriors will not be in the Playoffs. Seeing Steph’s face throughout the game makes me wanna just cry. He looked exhausted, but still trying to carry the Team on his … Continue reading Warriors is out of the Playoffs 🥺
2024 Draft Board
2024 Draft Board — Read on http://www.wnba.com/draft/2024/board THE WNBA Draft selects ... Just kidding. The Teams select, not the league. I watched the WNBA Draft pick today. It's always helpful when one is familiar with the names and faces. As such, and since I watched the NCAA Championship, it was fun watching the young ladies. … Continue reading 2024 Draft Board
Financial Malpractices: Predatory Lending
Predatory Lending. Created in Canva What is it? Predatory lending refers to the practice of providing loans with unfair or abusive terms and conditions that exploit borrowers, particularly those who are vulnerable or financially disadvantaged. It involves some key points such as: 1. Exploitative Practices Predatory lenders often target individuals who may not qualify for … Continue reading Financial Malpractices: Predatory Lending
Passion fuels Creativity!
I created the below today, in Canva, while watching the games. Ten+ years ago, I didn’t know how to use Canva. This is a proof that you can learn anything anytime, and that the creativity comes when there’s passion. Whatever you have been holding off doing and whatever your passion is, I pray that you … Continue reading Passion fuels Creativity!
What a basketball marathon!
Or was it a basketball musical chairs !😱. Which team climbs up or goes down the League’s ladder? The NBA posted an updated schedule for us to find out.A day as this makes me want to upgrade my television to a multi-view where I could have watched every game without missing a second of any. … Continue reading What a basketball marathon!
The NBA Regular Season Ends Today
Basketball The 2023-24 NBA Regular Season ends today, April 14. All Teams will play each other for that last chance of grabbing a new upward spot. All Teams, except of course, the Boston Celtics who has a commanding lead and have clinched the Eastern Conference winner spot. All other spots and division winners are still … Continue reading The NBA Regular Season Ends Today
AI in industries: Part 2
AI in Manufacturing, Agricultural, and Transportation I previously posted about AI in the healthcare, finance, and education. Click here to read it. This is the second part on the topic where we’ll talk about how AI is revolutionizing industries such as manufacturing, agriculture, and transportation. In these industries, AI is optimizing processes, increasing efficiency, and … Continue reading AI in industries: Part 2
Peace, Love, and Joy (PLJ)
Peace, Love, and Joy. Created on Canva What would I do without the Peace, Love, and Joy of God? Life would be miserable. Some folks don’t know peaceSo they want to shred you to pieces. Some have no loveSo they spread evil about you, hate you for no causecan’t stand or watch to see you … Continue reading Peace, Love, and Joy (PLJ)
Opportunists
There are Opportunists everywhere, lurking or in open view, waiting eagerly to seize the moment. They abound in families, relationships, workplaces, and in businesses. Who are they and why are they so called? Who are they? Opportunists are individuals who take advantage of situations or circumstances for their own benefit, often without regard for ethical … Continue reading Opportunists
AI Applications in Industries
AI in Industries: Healthcare, Finance, & Education Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the fields of healthcare, finance, and education, from improving diagnosis and treatment in healthcare to optimizing financial processes and personalizing learning experiences in education. Let’s start with AI's applications in healthcare. Ai in Healthcare Personalized medicine leverages AI to analyze genetic, clinical, and … Continue reading AI Applications in Industries
Solar Eclipse Share
https://youtu.be/V9UrSAd-nuU?feature=shared Courtesy of NBC I hope everyone had an exciting time watching the solar eclipse. If not, the NBC News recorded it all and you can watch it above. Unfortunately, my neck of the woods only got a partial. Yours truly got some cold feet and wouldn’t step outside. I stayed indoors until I heard … Continue reading Solar Eclipse Share
Solar Eclipse
An Impression of the Solar Eclipse. Created in Canva America is expecting a Solar Eclipse tomorrow. A lot has been, and is still being, said and written about tomorrow’s event. According to NASA, “The Monday, April 8, 2024, total solar eclipse will cross North America, passing over Mexico, the United States, and Canada. The total … Continue reading Solar Eclipse
University of Southern Carolina won the NCAA Women’s Basketball Championship
They defeated Iowa. Great game!! Congratulations to the Gamecocks! Enjoy the video and photos. Dawn Stanley, Carolina’s Coach Want to read the details, find it here, courtesy of The Athletic.
Golf and Basketball
Women Golf and Basketball Players Golf and basketball. What do they have in common? I mused as I accidentally stumbled on to the final rounds of the Augusta National Women’s Amateur (ANWA) Golf on my TV. ANWA, now in its fifth year, comprises of 72 top, young best non-professional female golfers in the world, group … Continue reading Golf and Basketball
Which would you rather be: A lump sum lottery winner or a spread-out 30-year payout winner?
Lottery winners Continuing with the questions posed in my previous Post. Today, the US Powerball jackpot is $1.3 billion! I pondered as to what I’d do if I won it 🤔. What would you do if you won? Would you prefer to be paid a lump sum of $636 million or would you rather spread … Continue reading Which would you rather be: A lump sum lottery winner or a spread-out 30-year payout winner?
AI: Potential Benefits and Challenges
A progressive AI video We all know that for every thing in life, there’s always the opportunities and obstacles. How do we maneuver them while achieving the goals we set out to accomplish. While some will allow the obstacles to stop them from even trying, others will allow those same obstacles to propel them to … Continue reading AI: Potential Benefits and Challenges
AI: The Series
AI with the need for Humans Artificial intelligence (AI) is great. I have recently warmed up to it more. I acknowledge though that there are still some aspects of AI that I am slow to explore because I presume that it’s “scary.” Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping our world in profound ways, revolutionizing industries, transforming … Continue reading AI: The Series
Family: The Comfort Zone and Backbone
A Family Family serves as more than just a group of individuals sharing genetics or a household; it's the cornerstone of comfort and support in our lives. Within the embrace of family, we find solace, understanding, and unconditional love. It's a sanctuary where we can be our truest selves, free from judgment or pretense. The … Continue reading Family: The Comfort Zone and Backbone
When Family members hurt one another
A family with sad faces Let’s talk about family members hurting one another. Family Your family is your safety net, protection and shelter from the cold bitter world. All that the family provides are blankets we automatically wrap around ourselves. These include comfort, safety, protection, all-round help, unconditional love, shelter, and more. But, what happens … Continue reading When Family members hurt one another
Of Lovers and Liars
An abstract of a lover and a liar [ A new TV show started today with the above title. I thought it makes a good title for my post. ] This is the time Of lovers and liars, tales spun in the night, Where friendship dances with truth in the fading light. In the tapestry … Continue reading Of Lovers and Liars
Choices
People with “Choice” Signs You have a Choice. I have a Choice. We all have Choices. We need to remind ourselves that we are never boxed in or locked up in any unfavorable situation or circumstance. None should ever say or feel that they never have a Choice. It is a matter of whether you … Continue reading Choices
Egg Decorating, Egg Hunting, and Jesus’ Resurrection
Jesus, Easter Eggs, and Egg Hunting Happy Resurrection Day, my friend. The Resurrection Day is also known as (aka) Easter Sunday because it is the day Jesus resurrected (rose from the grave/dead). Kids and Easter Every kid worldwide has done the egg decorating and egg hunting whether at school, church, or as a family fun … Continue reading Egg Decorating, Egg Hunting, and Jesus’ Resurrection
Strong Women of Africa
Credy: azquotes Africa humbly boasts of a few first women. From the first African female Head of State, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf of Liberia, to Asnath Mahapa, the first African woman to become a pilot in South Africa, to Wangari Maathai, the first African woman to receive the Nobel Peace Prize, to Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the first … Continue reading Strong Women of Africa
Happy Good Friday
What is Good Friday Good Friday commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and his death at Calvary. It's a solemn day observed by Christians worldwide, reflecting on the sacrifice Jesus made for humanity's salvation. It also marks the end of Lent, the fasting “period of 40 days during which many Christians remember the events leading … Continue reading Happy Good Friday
Envy and Jealousy: Two Main Strife Contenders
"Envy blinds men and makes it impossible for them to think clearly" Malcolm X Jealousy in (romance) any relationship is like salt in food. A little can enhance the savor, but too much can spoil the pleasure and, under certain circumstances, can be life-threatening. Maya Angelou Envy and Jealousy have long been known as two … Continue reading Envy and Jealousy: Two Main Strife Contenders
In Defense of Independent Contractors, Freelancers, Consultants, etc.
I recently blogged about Unethical Organizations and Absolute Power. Here is another piece; all of which are interrelated. This piece is in defense of Independent Contractors, Freelancers, Consultants to some degree, and everyone who falls under the not-an-employee category (IC,F,C, et al). A Case for IC,F,Cs These folks (IC,F,C, et al) chose not to fall … Continue reading In Defense of Independent Contractors, Freelancers, Consultants, etc.
Absolute Power
Absolute Power Corrupts Absolutely Lord Acton “Absolute power surely corrupts absolutely.” You never know how it feels until you experience someone wielding their power over you or someone dearest to you. The above Lord Acton's famous quote, reflects a timeless truth about the nature of authority and its potential for abuse. Throughout history, countless examples … Continue reading Absolute Power
Unethical Organizations
Unethical Organizations and Leadership Have you ever worked for an unethical organization that you regret being a part of the organization and have angst about showing up for work everyday? How did that make you feel? While some people stay at unethical organizations for the paychecks and leave at the best opportunity they have, most … Continue reading Unethical Organizations
Not All Money is Good Money
Good Money, Bad Money on a Scale Not all money is good money is an aphorism we’re all accustomed to. However, we all merely talk about it rather than do something about it. In the pursuit of wealth, it's easy to fall into the trap of believing that all money is good money. However, a … Continue reading Not All Money is Good Money
Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed into harbor after ship strike | Live Updates from Fox News Digital
A Singapore-flagged cargo ship struck the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, Maryland early Tuesday morning, causing it to collapse into the Patapsco River. — Read on http://www.foxnews.com/ Watch the live video of the incident, courtesy of CNN Katie Polglase, here. More: live-news/us-baltimore-bridge-collapse-mass-casualty-event-03-26-2024 What happened? Various sources stated that "the crew of a cargo ship … Continue reading Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed into harbor after ship strike | Live Updates from Fox News Digital
Let’s Talk About Character
An abstract of Character What is Character? Character is the cornerstone of a person's identity and integrity. It's the essence of who we are, reflecting our values, beliefs, and moral compass. In any relationship, whether it's with a partner, friend, or colleague, our character shapes the dynamics and outcomes significantly. It is the foundation upon … Continue reading Let’s Talk About Character
Did you see Jaden Ivey?
Detroit Pistons' Jaden Ivey (L), King Jesus (R) Hey you, Did you see Jaden Ivey or heard about his media conference on March 13? If you didn’t, click the link below to watch his media conference: https://youtu.be/ACgIaBUeNhk?feature=shared [ Jaden Ivey is an NBA player; Detroit Pistons’ #5 Draft Pick in 2022. The good-looking 22-year old … Continue reading Did you see Jaden Ivey?
Wind of Change
Strong Mighty Wind The Wind of Change is blowingThe Wind of Change is blowingThe Wind of Change is blowing. Selah The Wind of Change’s blowing your wayTo make all the crooked paths straightTo restore all the years the parasites and creepy, slimy, things have eatenthe locusts, cankerworms, caterpillars, and palmerworms The Wind of Change’s blowing … Continue reading Wind of Change
My Phoneth
Anyone who’s lost a phone can relate to this … read, like, and visit Chel’s site for more. Have a great weekend! Oh, phone! My phone!I never can find thee!-At least, not where thou belongeth.For, canst thou see that I set thee on a table somewhere?Thus, you must… My Phoneth
Your Season just got a do-over
He said, “I have left me 7000 who have not bowed their knees to Baal and whose mouth has not kissed him.” (1 Kings 19:18). When people attack you for no cause to bring you down, God will always use His preserved army to raise you up much higher! You wondered why God didn’t stop … Continue reading Your Season just got a do-over
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