The 8th Wonder of The World

The warmth that greets the cockles of your heart.
The joy from within, that makes you beam with smile.
The thrill that tends to pull your trigger, at the sight of your target;
Beyond words are the expressions of your delight,
At the presence of the object of your fascination.

Like cologne, they carry their own aura.
Their oestrogen zone overshadows multiple testosterone.
Their presence puts us at our best, unconsciously trying to impress.
We barely compete in looks, until a lady arrives the scene.
Oh woman! Beauty, Brain and Character...
The 8th wonder of the world.

Thou frail creature, yet potentially magnanimous,
Thou art a crown unto thy man-
Thy Bermuda eyes magnetizes men towards thee-
Thy lustrous lips, whisper echoes of inspiration, love and strength-
In thy touch, flows electrodes that cripple the spine-
Thy twin tower, overpowers the 6th sense:
Thy asset, a wonder...
And in thy honeypot, lies pleasures untold

THE JOURNEY

I thought my life was complicated, I thought I had no capacity to love, I thought I had no right to be in a relationship, I thought I had no right to be happy.....
I was focused on getting past something I had little or no control over the outcome.
I put my life on hold, trying to achieve one goal......
Little did I know that i was putting my life in a hole.

I wanted just two things.......
This thing and That thing.
But nothing was coming forth.
Not because I was not focused or determined enough...
sometimes, its just within your powers.
No-matter the plans, things still fell apart. Almost tearing me apart.
Expectations upon expectations....
And then my greatest fear, their faith begins to wane; their pressure weighing me down.
My ideology goes under microscope.
Change is constant and difficult...so I hold on to the status quo.
Pressing on- unto nothingness.
But in all these, I did not lose my identity...
My faith in me was my resistance to their pressures, it bore me up.
The right association, kept me afloat.
Friends left.
Some I pushed away, some I came away...some ran away..................‪#‎2_be_continued‬

KNOWLEDGE-
 The known knowns. 
 The known unknowns. 
 The unknown unknowns. 

WISDOM - The use of knowledge 

 When you live your life yourself, you take responsibility for your actions but when you are pushed, gingered, coerced to make a move, good or bad, you tend to care less about the outcome. However, there would come a time when you gotta accept that path that life has tossed you, knowing that nothing is vain, even though some are not expedient. Full understanding is a strong motivational force in directing one's commitment towards a project. With in-depth comprehension, one can then choose amongst other choices,to key into a venture. Even convictions can be influenced, the final choice of. Keying-in must be undertaken by the key persona. 
There is need for a working mindset, a living school of thought, a defined vision, an upheld principle and a chosen way of life. You can think and act different from the norm but reality checks should be made on the way, to ensure a measure of actualization I for one, think and guess you might agree with me, that the way of life should incorporate the socio-physical aspect of living. Being unique- standing out of the crowd should not necessarily mean one should distant one's self from other members on one's immediate community. The social interaction would privy one to resourceful informations, trends and vogue. 
The constant phenomenon, would create room for flexibility in your plan; accommodating new development in all facets of life, including your belief system. 
Whatever school of thought one chooses, proactiveness is key.
 Do you have a plan, make it plain. Abstract, general, vague goals ain't truly motivating. It kinda has to be personal. Being. Specific somehow makes it personal. At least you know without doubts, that you are chasing this point or the other for now-The Power of Focus. Give time, all the time necessary, to setting and achieving your specific goals. Bind them round your neck that you may not derail.
 Do NOT be deceived be uncertainties. Do not gamble except its an acceptable loss; do not even play to lose in the game of life. Yes, you can always win; if you come to every disparaging meeting with the mindset of negotiation. Negotiate to your advantage. 
I also think it is not every word of the Bible that should be taken as one spiritual bourgeois. Some are literally written with literal meaning and application. Their significance can be tested at face value and they will stand. Let him that think he standeth, take heed lest he falls. Check and. Double check to be sure. No one is an island of knowledge therefore in all your getting, get wisdom- proactive, practical use of knowledge; and get understanding- insight into the realities of life. It would guide your decisions and see you through in your chosen path.

 #Word.

Homosexuality in 3-D

·         Nature

·         Early exposure

·         Lack

…we all have some amount of evil/immorality burning within us. The responsibility lies in us to either curb or give expression to these innate urges.

In this ever changing world, where the despicable of yesterday has become today’s norm. Who sets standard of morality? Our culture, church, home, society, state law, or conscience?

The religious school condemns it outright; the society frowns at it; culture forbids it; Nations set up laws against it…yet it prevails- in secret.

One is moved to ponder if it is embedded in our genetic make-up, caused by our moral upbringing or perhaps it has evolved in humans due to the pressures of life. It truly begs the question of its origin. If it is caused by lack of morals, how is it that we have ministers and their children involved in it? If it were due to pressure, then we would have more homosexuals from Middle East Asian region where there are strict laws against sex and inter sexual relations.

Where then is the origin of this homosexuality or better put, lesbians, gays, bisexuals, and transgender LGBT?

Freethinking, free spirited, free minded…free free free, even solitude comes to mind as a major influence of this lifestyle. It is our understanding of life on earth and the desire to experiment through the sojourn that probably gave rise to homosexuality.

In my early school days, I learnt that survival was the economy of the world. Survive or die. However, this lifestyle seems to have defied that notion. Despite the millennium long pressure against it, it is not just rearing its head, its actually taking a grandiose stand for itself…having garnered the legal recognition of the foremost world power. Indeed, it has endured time.

I think in their freethinking mind, they concluded that the world is over populated. Therefore, they selflessly decide to put a stop to reproduction and a start to maintenance of the existing. Nevertheless, truth be told, marriage and sex with even the opposite sex is more for fun than procreation so they biblical point of going into the world and multiply does not really hold water.

Furthermore, a major argument that was proven biologically is that these desires are embedded within us/them. Even those who were not exposed to a homophobic environment grew up to discover that they lacked the required amount of testosterone and oestrogen that causes them to desire the opposite sex.

Scientifically, the body is explained to work like magnets, in which like poles repel and unlike poles attract sexually. Therefore, because they, the homosexuals, lack the right amount of attracting element, they blend towards whatever catches their fancy. That is why most start with innocently playing out their fantasy as bi-sexual before fully becoming homophobes. Truly, these LGBT traits has been recessive, even was expressed in us, probably while growing up but we did not allow such lifestyle sit in.

Some others grew in environment surrounded by same sex. Influenced by some freethinking minds, their bodies began to adjust to homophilia, and as they grew older, the affinity for homosexuality increased. These classes of homophobes are salvageable, if they be willing.

Finally, the core folks, majorly people of solitude/lonely lifestyle and the other extreme of self-willed fellas. In the course of their experimental life and inadequate satisfaction of their sexual urges, result to homo, bi and multi sexuality. These are the class that fucks anything including but not limited to animals and under aged, incest, chronic masturbators…even rapist. This mental disorder has no known cure yet but is controllable.

Then, there is the question of affection for same sex. This crux though in contention, this is the backbone of homosexuality. This is what really makes LGBTs seem human. It is against this backdrop of love, care, affection, and emotions that has sustained homosexuality to be beyond an experimental lifestyle. This has been recognised by science, nature and even has biblical backing.

Make love, not war.

Homosexuality in 3-D
• Nature
• Early exposure
• Lack
…we all have some amount of evil/immorality burning within us. The responsibility lies in us to either curb or give expression to these innate urges.
In this ever changing world, where the despicable of yesterday has become today’s norm. Who sets standard of morality? Our culture, church, home, society, state law, or conscience?
The religious school condemns it outright; the society frowns at it; culture forbids it; Nations set up laws against it…yet it prevails- in secret.
One is moved to ponder if it is embedded in our genetic make-up, caused by our moral upbringing or perhaps it has evolved in humans due to the pressures of life. It truly begs the question of its origin. If it is caused by lack of morals, how is it that we have ministers and their children involved in it? If it were due to pressure, then we would have more homosexuals from Middle East Asian region where there are strict laws against sex and intersexual relations.
Where then is the origin of this homosexuality or better put, lesbians, gays, bisexuals, and transgender LGBT?
Freethinking, free spirited, free minded…free free free, even solitude comes to mind as a major influence of this lifestyle. It is our understanding of life on earth and the desire to experiment through the sojourn that probably gave rise to homosexuality.
In my early school days, I learnt that survival was the economy of the world. Survive or die. However, this lifestyle seems to have defied that notion. Despite the millennium long pressure against it, it is not just rearing its head, its actually taking a grandiose stand for itself…having garnered the legal recognition of the foremost world power. Indeed, it has endured time.
I think in their freethinking mind, they concluded that the world is over populated. Therefore, they selflessly decide to put a stop to reproduction and a start to maintenance of the existing. Nevertheless, truth be told, marriage and sex with even the opposite sex is more for fun than procreation so they biblical point of going into the world and multiply does not really hold water.
Furthermore, a major argument that was proven biologically is that these desires are embedded within us/them. Even those who were not exposed to a homophobic environment grew up to discover that they lacked the required amount of testosterone and oestrogen that causes them to desire the opposite sex.
Scientifically, the body is explained to work like magnets, in which like poles repel and unlike poles attract sexually. Therefore, because they, the homosexuals, lack the right amount of attracting element, they blend towards whatever catches their fancy. That is why most start with innocently playing out their fantasy as bi-sexual before fully becoming homophobes. Truly, these LGBT traits has been recessive, even was expressed in us, probably while growing up but we did not allow such lifestyle sit in.
Some others grew in environment surrounded by same sex. Influenced by some freethinking minds, their bodies began to adjust to homophilia, and as they grew older, the affinity for homosexuality increased. These classes of homophobes are salvageable, if they be willing.
Finally, the core folks, majorly people of solitude/lonely lifestyle and the other extreme of self-willed fellas. In the course of their experimental life and inadequate satisfaction of their sexual urges, result to homo, bi and multi sexuality. These are the class that fucks anything including but not limited to animals and under aged, incest, chronic masturbators…even rapist. This mental disorder has no known cure yet but is controllable.
Then, there is the question of affection for same sex. This crux though in contention, this is the backbone of homosexuality. This is what really makes LGBTs seem human. It is against this backdrop of love, care, affection, and emotions that has sustained homosexuality to be beyond an experimental lifestyle. This has been recognised by science, nature and even has biblical backing.
Make love, not war.

DIGGING DEEP

DIGGING DEEP….The Quest for Truer Truth.

…perhaps in writing, I might myself, find truth.

Is Christianity just another religion that is in existence like any other before it?

I bet there are differing opinions for and against, with archived points to the chosen stance. A critical look at Christianity raises several questions, not just for it but also for all other existing religions. However, Christianity has chosen to play God (superiority) rather than exist at par with and like other religions. Christianity and its whims need no introduction hence, the focus in this work is their claim of superiority or as usually acclaimed- “The only way of life”.

                If it (Christianity) is the only way of life, it sure begs the question of its whereabouts thousands of years that life has been existing, especially in Africa; where nothing about it was ever known before the colonial era…including in Egypt, the archaeological origin of man.

Of a truth, there has been life, civilisation, and religion in Africa long before the European invasion of the 19^th century. The religion of that age and time had supreme authority and influence over the lives, policy, and coexistence of the people ceded to it geographically. The gods of the old religion blessed when honoured and wreaks havoc when angered. The only way to reach the gods was through the chief priests who stood as the custodian of the temple.

Furthermore, juxtaposing Christianity with Islam, which is as old and wide spread as it, we find out that Christianity came into Africa about the same period Islam entered.

From observation, it seemed whichever got to you first is the one you would cling on to. The Arabian exploration that conquered North Africa including Algeria, Egypt, Niger republic and chad, also swept into northern Nigeria through Sokoto. Led by the late Emir Al-mu’minin- Usman Dan Fodio; a firm jihadist of the nineteenth century. The movement ab initio was a forceful one; a “holy war” according to the laws of the Qur’an. Cruel as it seems, it also preached peace. It has spread across other parts of the country and has endured the times. The Islamic jihad law teaches, “A Muslim shall not willingly dwell in a land of unbelief, but if he has the means at his disposal, he should immigrate from it, to the Abode of Islam. Those Muslims dwelling in the Abode of Islam should wage the jihad against those in the Abode of war (the unbelievers).

It is in the unwritten books of the law that the Muslim jurists divided the world into two parts, the Abode of Islam and the Abode of war- that is, the territory not under Muslim rule.

It is the duty of every Muslim to summon the unbelievers to embrace Islam; if they accept the invitation, they become members of the Muslim community and their territory becomes part of the Abode of Islam. If they refuse, they should be fought against; if they are defeated, those captured in the war becomes slaves…

That movement led to the birthing of some of the northern empires like Zamfara, Katsina, Kano, Bauchi, Ilorin etc.

It is assumed and rightly so, that the Christian invaders unlike the Arabic foot soldiers, came through the sea- that is, Port Harcourt, Calabar and Lagos waterways. This probably led to the wide spread Christianity in the east and the south-south Nigeria.

Back to the point in view, Christianity like every other new religion in Nigeria came in an era of religious transition and was widely embraced. However, apart from the stories of the Bible, looking critically around us, it is obvious that the new religions bore better palate to the people.

-A religion where they can still supposedly call forth their blessings,

-A religion in which they do not have to offer regular blood sacrifices,

-A religion that offers supernatural gift/abilities,

-A religion that preaches peace and forbearance,

-A religion in which you do not get instant punishment for your crimes,

-A great life after death…

      What more can one ask for?

That is freedom at its best…and most new religion bears that on their platter.

The only major exception that Christianity offers is its policy of being all encompassing, a Free State system and the infilling of the Holy Spirit. The only limitation however, is the variable requirement of Faith, whose variance for efficacy is unknown.

Every religion holds different claims, promises, and abilities. That only makes true one thing of the human race- that religion is the new opium for the weak, ignorant, and desperate. Nevertheless, I have seen the strong hold fast to their faith and have prevailed in it…perhaps; religion is the way of life (and Christianity, the only way of life).

On supremacy and Nigeria as a case in study, research has it that the Islamic movement advised their new converts to destroy their old deities and follow Allah; they did and nothing happened to them. The Christians destroyed their shrines too and liberated communities from idol worship and the people lived free. This indeed establishes hierarchy in the spiritual realm, that the new religion is superior to older religion. Perhaps truly, the new religions believe in same God but bear different names and share some watered down story line.

Furthermore, I am yet to see, read, or even hear it ever said that a Christian is binding someone from the shackles of Islam or a Muslim casting away the spirit of Buddha from anyone. They only renounce and switch faith. This further illuminate something more- this is the era of free religion and some even mistakenly hold the thought that there is no God- Atheism. You can even decide to live life without any religious affiliation- Free thinkers; and still be free and successful. Whatever you do not believe, they say, will not work for/against you. So where does that leave us? Is science the new religion? Because it sure seems to hold its own claims and promises too. I think they have their own sect called the Realist.

You might wonder where I belong, even though that is inconsequential, I will tell you nonetheless. All religions beg questions of reasonable doubt. Most religion do not have constants- real constants because even the scientific constants are subject to change upon new discovery. Religions attribute people’s success to luck, grace, star, destiny, sacrifice…nothing is certain, and none has prove to hold true and infallible over time. There are always slippery slopes alongside.

However, they all share hope of continuous life. Islam, Christianity, Buddhism, Hindu, all promise great life on earth, and glorious life after death. Even scientists are searching for life in other planets, while trying to make humans live-forever via mutation and other genetic coding process. Moreover, they sure are making steady progress in that regard.

Conclusively, Christianity, the only religion that dares promise “eternal damnation” in the afterlife, seems to be the religion with the better storyline.

No matter what religious affiliation one chooses, two things are involved: either you are fully in it or you should not be there at all.

-The billions of people practising Buddhism cannot all be foolish,

-The billions of Muslims world over cannot possibly be all foolish,

-The billions of people practising the Christian faith cannot be a conglomerate of fool, same goes for Hindu, and other religions.

Perhaps science is the new, better put, upcoming religion of our time…

Only the future can tell the truth.

My take: wherever you find heart’s peace, dwell therein.

                                                                                                                                       Mbonu Eric.

I Have The List and The Map...

I have a list and a map; what could
possibly go wrong.

Indeed, unease lays the head that wears the
crown. Having headed a
commission in my department, I sure can
imagine all the pressure amidst
eyes of expectation and castigation; lips of
encouragement and backbiting,
views of admirers and critiques alike, all these
and more, not forgetting
the ever present- low budget.

Indeed, running the affairs of the
community, the state and the nation at
large, is not an easy ordeal. Even the visionary
leaders of our history
books have not been known to please the world.
No wonder some even lose
their life fighting for national reformation.
However, they did well to
leave their footprints in the sand of time.
There has been problem in various compounding
degrees across the world.
This is because no two persons have the same
ideology in the same
proportion (I stand corrected). There exist a
certain level of variance and
that, is the root of international
disagreements world over.

From land dispute in far Jordan, illegal
migration in Italy, poor wages in
Brazil, unemployment in south Africa, power
tussle in Egypt and Somalia, to
terrorism in the Middle East; giving rise to
groups like Al-shabab,
Al-Queda, ISIS and Boko haram; and at our
home front- poor educational
standard especially in the North, lack of social
amenities, unemployment,
political vendetta, poor wages, un-
industrialization, oil bunkry, sea
piracy and insurgency…all these and more all
boils down to disagreement
stemmed from unequal ideology.

Even the ideology of ONE NIGERIA still remains
in contention; with the
North, ab initio, refusing to be part of it (in
the first republic)
insisting on having 80% of everything in
NIGERIA if they are to partake in
it. One would think it was their allround wisdom that got
them at the helm of
affairs in Nigeria’s security and economic
terrain. This had been a grand plan
from time, and is still standing- that they
should have the majority of
seats in every council; even when the learned
majority constitutes a minor
ratio of the central Northern states.

The Awolowo led West maintained that Nigeria
is not a nation but a mere
geographical nomenclature. History has it that
he had the opportunity to
change that before the civil war of 1966, but
took a wrong stand and this
is the result of that decision (even though I
think his hands were tied
owing to the fact that the capital base – Lagos
was fully overwhelmed by
Northern soldiers).

The Lt Col. Ojukwu led East lost the battle for
the freedom of the Eastern region and 'they' became
“eternal” slaves/outcast of Nigeria despite
their high intellect and
craftsmanship. Thus a comic acronym of the
currency NAIRA to mean “Never
Allow Igbos Rule Again”.

The “minority” Southerners, the hub of
Nigeria’s economy, despite their
bargaining power did not have the population
to take a stand for or against
“One Nigeria”. They choicelessly had to blend
in; even though records have
it that, they sided Biafra -in part- during the civil war.
Amidst our differences in ideology, prowess,
language, culture, tradition,
values; we still chose to live together under the
same Nigerian roof. One
would in the least bit presume, think, hope
that alas, we have found a
common ground for agreement however, that
seems not to be the case.

The North has kept on pressing for absolute
power, the East dominating the
national economy in all parts of the nation,
the South now fully utilizing
their bargaining chips and the West still
blending in, save for the
privileged Lagos and Benin, which were the
ruling empires of the old western
Nigeria.

Over time, our eyes have been made open to
the wealth of Nigeria’s earth
crust. The vast spread of minerals ranging
from Tin, Bronze, Brass, Iron
Steel, Cobalt to Coal, Gold, Agriculture and top-of-
the-list; Crude oil. These
goodies have transformed Nigeria over time.
From the Ife art culture to the
Bronzes of Benin; to the era of agriculture as a
means of foreign exchange
and now the mega Crude oil. These God-given
resources have made Nigeria a
rich nation amongst the nations of the world.
At present it stands as the
fastest growing economy in Africa thus the
name Giant of Africa.

I dare say, in the outside world, Nigeria is
viewed as the richest solely
black nation in Africa but we that live therein
would have differing
opinion. That teeny-weeny bit of difference
in ideology has led to the
mismanagement of the internally generated
funds of the nation. The law
makers has left our border open to all forms of
imports that has made
Nigeria the dumping ground for foreign waste
products, throwing chairs and
exchanging blows weekly, always on furniture
allowance that equals the
salary of a professor; the political juggernauts
have embezzled our funds
to a tune much more than their entire
generation can spend; non-visionary
governors embarking on projects that are not
relevant to the immediate
needs of our citizenry and under-utilization
of the structures on ground in
the state. Always on low budget! No internally
generated fund, always
waiting for imbursement from federation
account. Legislators making laws
that suit their selfish agenda. The entire
wealth of the nation been
rotated amongst 13% of the elite few at the
detriment of the 87% that voted
them in.

We have had elections upon elections, media
chats upon media chats, confabs
upon confabs yet the nations seems to be
deteriorating down the slope.
Naira value keeps going down, educational
standard down, employment rate
down, industries shutting down, transport cost
on the rise, poverty in
general on the rise, but despite these the rich
keeps getting richer.

There is no panacea that will restore the glory
over night. The policy
makers must step down from their high horses,
shun every form of
high-handedness and join hands together to
make the nation great (again).

We have oil, we have tax payment, we have
industries, we have democracy, we
have fertile grounds, we have privatization,
great leaders, history books,
foreign treaties, technology, we have the
resources that meets the
population – we have the compass, list and the
map, how then do we keep
getting it wrong.

MBONU ERIC.

Expression: OBSEQUIES

Expression: OBSEQUIES: OBSEQUIES- Essence!!! What am living for? When all that brings you joy is gone and nowhere to be found, When life has pushed you to the ...

HISTORY IN THE MAKING

HISTORY IN THE MAKING

Turbulence world over, war among nations, vendetta amongst Geo-political states,quarell amongst family and friends....heart's peace amiss. Yet hoping upon hope, hanging on prophecies, enduring on will, telescoped on a better day- tomorrow never dies.
All men in their own little world, yet the weight of the world hangs on your shoulder.
Responsibility dealt you by the unfair hands of fate.
 Attacking from a point of disadvantage; silver lining in the meal of clouds but no silver spoon to aid scoop. The potter made the clay but the fire thickens you by passing day.
 Every tumble, a conquered hurdle, bringing an end to the struggle.
 Despite the efforts, sometimes it seems like a circus.
 Square peg never fitting into the round hole,
 Battered on all sides, in a bid to be inside.

 Even though strength fails, hope never fades.
 Some band with the wagon, others range alone.
 You need the network, and also the focus.
Whichever route you apply, you have one loci.
 Some find their path, some create 'em. Some take part, some make pacts
. Whether you pedal or paddle, Pat yourself- on the back, for you are no longer at the back
. You may feel like you are alone, but you are not.
 With every conquest, you illuminate the rest.
 As you follow success, So also do others look to you for strength.
 You look, you leap, you lean, you walk. Metamorphosing outta thy cocoon

. After the dusk, dawn.
 It all comes to you now.
Alas, you can now see the light at the tunnel's end.
 It all makes sense to you now.
 The determination, perseverance, endurance...
All paying off now.
You strap the strapping, gird the girdles, lock on the locks...
 Sojourn with bravery.
 Aint no stopping you now.
You've made it, you've made it big.
 Now you alone can tell your story, Of Grass to Grace.
 Necessity has birthed a testimony.
Your background has not kept your back on the ground
. Hope kept alive. Dreams achieved

. Now they know.... Since you have, then we will.
 We can look to you and proudly say..... Yes, we can!

 #Joseph, #Samuel #Brightlonaire, #Oñýékà, #Eric_Mcdon.

WAY FORWARD.

KNOWLEDGE- The known knowns. The known unknowns. The unknown unknowns. WISDOM - The use of knowledge When you live your life yourself, you take responsibility for your actions but when you are pushed, gingered, coerced to make a move, good or bad, you tend to care less about the outcome. However, there would come a time when you gotta accept that path that life has tossed you, knowing that nothing is vain, even though some are not expedient. Full understanding is a strong motivational force in directing one's commitment towards a project. With in-depth comprehension, one can then choose amongst other choices,to key into a venture. Even convictions can be influenced, the final choice of. Keying-in must be undertaken by the key persona. There is need for a working mindset, a living school of thought, a defined vision, an upheld principle and a chosen way of life. You can think and act different from the norm but reality checks should be made on the way, to ensure a measure of actualization I for one, think and guess you might agree with me, that the way of life should incorporate the socio-physical aspect of living. Being unique- standing out of the crowd should not necessarily mean one should distant one's self from other members on one's immediate community. The social interaction would privy one to resourceful informations, trends and vogue. The constant phenomenon, would create room for flexibility in your plan; accommodating new development in all facets of life, including your belief system. Whatever school of thought one chooses, proactive ness is key. Do you have a plan, make it plain. Abstract, general, vague goals ain't truly motivating. It kinda has to be personal. Being. Specific somehow makes it personal. At least you know without doubts, that you are chasing this point or the other for now-The Power of Focus. Give time, all the time necessary, to setting nd achieving your specific goals. Bind them round your neck that you may not derail. Do NOT be deceived be uncertainties. Do not gamble except its an acceptable loss; do not even play to lose in the game of life. Yes, you can always win; if you come to every disparaging meeting with the mindset of negotiation. Negotiate to your advantage. I also think it is not every word of the Bible that should be taken as one spiritual bourgeois. Some are literally written with literal meaning and application. Their significance can be tested at face value and they will stand. Let him that think he standeth, take heed lest he falls. Check and. Double check to be sure. No one is an island of knowledge therefore in all your getting, get wisdom- proactive, practical use of knowledge; and get understanding- insight into the realities of life. It would guide your decisions and see you through in your chosen path. #Word.

OBSEQUIES

OBSEQUIES- Essence!!!

What am living for?
When all that brings you joy is gone and nowhere to be found,
When life has pushed you to the place of irrelevance,
You've lost it all....
What am I living for?

When things that are of value during your days ain't valuable anymore,
Immorality is common place.
You look back at the days when you'd have to sing, pluck flowers, hunt games...just to win a lady's heart.
But now, all it takes is a phone call and some brain washing text messages, and its all done.
You look upon the present generation with disdain.
Your time is past....
What am I living for?

You wait for your children to get married and bear you grand kids,
You pressure the male folks and only hope on the females.
When you get tired of waiting, you let go... Asking yourself.....
What am I living for?

When your children don't visit frequently to keep you company,
Your visiting grandchildren can't even tap from your wisdom and life's experience,
Cos of communication barriers and mindsets, You lose faith.....
When your age grade, folks and friends alike are all gone,
No one to hang out and gist with......
Damn; you're all alone....
what am I still living for?

When you spouse, your life companion leaves you,
You call up kids and share your plight,
You have lived the years in your life,
And there is nothing else to live for.
You let go...and they understand.

WOE be ye young, who has nothing else to live for.
Woe be ye young, who loses sight of the beauty of life.
Woe be ye young, who is cast to the place of irrelevance.
FIND your map, and your compass, sail on life's voyage.
Live your life when you are youth;
For when you grow old, you'll find no pleasure in them.
Don't be the one to look back in regrets,
Of the things you could have done- better.
Live your life to the fullest, and find your niche.
What ever you find joy and heart's peace in doing,
Give yourself wholly to it.
No Regrets.
So when you look back at life, you'd say:
I have fought the good fight of faith;
That in life, you have lived life.
Give of yourself, to the next generation, as much as you can.
For therein lies fulfilment.
Sickness weakens the body but doesn't kill us.
It is the will to live that keeps us going.
And when there is nothing else to live for,
That ends the chapter...and begins the legacy!!!
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Mbonu Eric.

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