I'm Inspired...

Recently I saw a hilarious reply to a tweet, the question was " have you been kissed on New Year's Eve Night"? the reply was " NO, because I'm always in Church " I'm sure this applies to so many of us, you should see this hilarious list; 10 things that are too real for any Nigerian who has attended cross-over service  And by the way, if you haven't seen by list, here my list Before I get carried away in the excitement of New Year, I decided to drop this. Enjoy! Ecclesiastes 3 verse 1 says "To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven" Verse 11 of the same chapter says " He hath made everything beautiful in his time; also he hath set the world in their heart, so that no man can find out the work that God maketh from the beginning to the end". As long as you are on planet earth, you are bound to time, you can't exceed the number of hours in day. There is only one person who isn't

As we countdown hours to the end of the year, in every corner there seem to be lists of things that happened this year; they maybe favorite or worsts, or top experiences or things that made history, sha lists. (you get my drift right?). I don't think I have sat down to draw up a 'list' well expect when I was applying for a job and they specifically said give 10 reasons why we should hire you. Yeah that happened. Lol. So I have been thinking, really thinking. A whole lot can happen in a year, emphasis on  'whole lot'. Except you write every detail of what happens daily and not miss a day (I wonder if there are people that are this deep) you are bound to forget some things. The movie 'INSIDE OUT' depicted how our mind works. (If you've seen it; you have an idea of what I'm talking about, if you've not I don't know what you are waiting for) There are too many things that have happened this year for me as an individual, in fact as a

Here's  Part 1 and  Part 2 and  Part 3   The Last but not the least step is Act Out. Not the traditional sense of act out; or like I usually call it 'doing anyhow' lol.  More like the 'art' of doing something. Verses 23 and 24 say it all. He gave him sandals which signify that he wasn’t a servant, he gave him a robe; an expensive one probably, and a ring; which signifies authority as the son of the father.  He prepared a feast in honor of him, he reinstated him, brought him back to his former place and called him his son. The father didn't just say "welcome home son" he displayed his sincere welcome by giving the best to his son. Funny story is that some parents would say 'we didn't send you away when you came home na; that is enough display of love" OR they would keep bringing up how you let them down every opportunity you seem to misbehave. Lemme back up a bit and say this story doesn't apply to only parents; it app

Heyy!!   Public Holidays on Mondays are a bliss. I woke up like 9am, had my bath like 5pm; I have barely moved from one spot sef *smiles sheepishly* Anyway, I decided to watch this movie ' The Lobster ' written and directed by Yorgos Lanthimos. (Yeah if you've seen it, I know I carried last, and if you haven't; hehe jokes on you). It stars Collins Farrell as David (he had to be fat for this character, well not fat but not regular Collins either, lol. P.S: you got to love his accent) and Rachael Weisz as the short sighted woman, and some other actors and actresses. When someone asked me what the movie was about I said 'its not something to be described in a few words' What intrigued me and I decided to see it was the caption; An unconventional love story. (Lemme just say that love movies are blehh and too predictable, and this clearly said unconventional). In my opinion the whole movie was unconventional. I asked myself 'this idea was in someone

JUST BELIEVE Your ability to create should not be buried in limitations Your ability to express yourself shouldn't be curtailed by what others will say You were made to be great You were born to be different Sometimes staying in your comfort zone just might be what zones you out You have to believe there is something more You have to imagine You need to find what makes you you Take the negatives and throw them down the drain After all, what is a casting down for others just may be a lifting up for you We weren't born to be the same Something in you is what everyone out there is waiting for So come out and let loose Don't hold back Give it a shot When it all turns out well in the end You will look in the mirror and say! What a surprise!!      

Jessica Jones review  These reviews have been overdue. And since I'm on break from work, lemme just do it! #NIKE (smiles sheepishly) I downloaded the first season on the 28th of November 2015 (because Netflix and marathon *wink*). It stars Krysten Ritter (I loved her in CONFESSIONS OF A SHOPAHOLIC , although its sad that DON'T TRUST THE B IN APARTMENT 23 didn't work out) as Jessica Jones, and the Adonis; Mike Colter (his body is amazeeeeee balls!) as Luke Cage.  And some other really cool actors and actresses. (Lol) To be honest, in as much as Marvel comics are a delight, I decided to watch Jessica Jones because girl power (grins). And she has this aura of darkness and nonchalant behavior towards life but opened her heart to one or two people. And she's really good at her job; probably because its her passion, and its actually a fun one. I mean for you to be good at investigating you have to be pretty smart and look out for the tiniest detail. You rea

Thank God it's Friday and Christmas. Before I proceed *screams MERRY CHRISTMAS* Pastor Sam Adeyemi says spend Christmas Day with your family so Daystar Christian Center doesn't hold Christmas Day service on this day except it falls on a Sunday. My mom and I have argued on this issue every Christmas to be honest, I don't see why we must go to church on this day. (Although I'm a firm supporter of fellowship with other believers) I just don't see why we must attend on Christmas Day. Well she always wins every argument. So her decision is always final. You know what crosses my mind every Christmas day? Imagine if December wasn't the actual month Jesus was born? Like imagine if he was born in July or September and on that day many believers are just happy? Like unexplainable joy? Lol. Yeah some imagination my dear. Anyway, I actually enjoyed the sermon today. Well it was supposed to be a charge but it became a sermon (lol). My favorite pa

Down in a cradle the baby lay Our saviour has been born today Wise men from orient came with gold To see the wonder and mystery  that the angel told What a wonderful glory for the world to behold A new Chapter is about to Unfold A son who has come to save millions of souls Mary and Joseph were tenderly rocking A king stood by and was scheming and plotting He and his nobles were patiently watching So the wise men they tried to convince With treasures and pleasure and so many things They sent them on a brutal mission to end the hope of all the nations On their way they met the angel Who warned them and gave them good counsel They went away ignoring the king to see the King of kings So we have set a date apart To express the Joy that is in our heart With hymns and messages to remind us of the reason for the season We gather together to celebrate this special occasion One central theme of the hymns we sing Is the message of hope,Joy and Love this baby brings So as

Losing my religion review. Well my version of a review.   This post is long over due.(well all my reviews are; just watch out for them *wink*). I have procrastinated this for a very long time (yeah not my finest quality, I'm a work in progress). I downloaded this album on 18th November 2015 and I'm just writing a review. (smh) . The list of tracks on the album are in a sequential order; one track precedes another. *The first track; Losing my religion is a monologue. Basically the vicissitudes of life. *Miracles follows. I mean after the ups and downs of life, of course miracles are bound to happen. My favorite phase is 'My life is a miracle, can't deny it I'm a miracle. *123 Victory is next on the track; one of my favorite. It sounds like something for cheer leading (lol) . It even begins with 'Hey Yo 123 Victory!' *Road Trip; is nothing short of beautiful teaching (well me) that the joy is in the journey and how awesome the end

I remember in secondary school and uni we sang this song. Sometimes I shed a tear or two whenever I listen to it; every time I do it brings about a nostalgic feeling. The lyrics to Vitamin C's graduation: "Graduation (Friends Forever)" And so we talked all night about the rest of our lives Where we're gonna be when we turn 25 I keep thinking times will never change Keep on thinking things will always be the same But when we leave this year we won't be coming back No more hanging out cause we're on a different track And if you got something that you need to say You better say it right now cause you don't have another day Cause we're moving on and we can't slow down These memories are playing like a film without sound And I keep thinking of that night in June I didn't know much of love But it came too soon And there was me and you And then we got real blue Stay at home talking on the telephone And we would get so excited and w

In case you missed it, here's  Part 1 and Part 2 The next step is Reach Out! Verse 22 says the father wasn't listening; he was already calling out to the servants. He didn’t wait for the son to finish his apology speech. He reached out in compassion, he reached out in forgiveness. That is a sign for us too as individuals, don’t always be the one to be reached. This is Christmas period, reach out to someone.  Today my younger sister and her friends went to Old people's home to clean up for them. They didn't have to give them any material thing. What made me laugh was when she said the prayers were much; I mean old people can pray. I told her it is a good thing. But this doesn't mean that you should always expect something when you reach out.  I hope this week you reach out to someone or even a group of people. And I know God is preparing your special package because nothing you do goes unnoticed by Him; man might not be able to thank you but He

I saw this tweet last week: This vex money term annoys me mahn. My own is, I don't see why you should ever leave your house when you are broke. Stay at home. Period . I couldn't agree more.   If you are one of those people who (when I was younger my mom described them as people with pins on their behinds) can't sit in one place, (now I call them wakajube - I didn't come up with it oh, its what I heard my friends call them, lol) you might just land yourself in a place you won't be happy about.   Especially this Christmas period (yeah it doesn't seem like there is any form of celebration, well for me sha I don't know about you) there would be so many events. And some people have * in Kanu Nwako's voice* 'determined in their heart to attend them all'.  I give the people in this category three gbosas while raising both my hands in the air.   I'm not saying that there aren't OBOs, (omo baba olowos aka rich children) if you can

FEAR Where can I hide from this scary beast I'm so tired of attending these feasts I have been held bound by your lies  You told me I can't go beyond where I am My whole life I had dreams that would transform the world I saw myself sitting with Kings Dinning with Princes But In reality,all that was on my plate was hate I looked around and saw regret You made me feel comfortable, here on this dinning table Feeding me with stories of how I can't, How I wouldn't be able to! You told me they would laugh at me the moment I opened my mouth to speak That explains why everyone thinks I'm weak I got letters of Invitation from greatness You tore them right before my eyes You took me out once in a while to see your friends,mediocrity, status quo and Impossibility They seemed cool at the time Till I met faith Then I realised my whole life has been a deception All this while I was at the wrong reception Faith took me on a walk and showed me all the things I

I have had really rough days. I wrote this sometime in July when I was trying out my emo poet phase. Sadness is the order of the day.. Some say it's called ennui.. Boredom at its peak.. Time seems endless.. Thoughts keep flying round and round more like racing... Depression.. Like Ace Hood sang 'same old shit just a different day' that was the routine.. Nothing seemed exciting; Food seemed bland just eating to say alive.. TV was just people moving around in the box.. Communication with others was more of a gruesome task than a relationship.. Sleeping seemed like the only thing to do (even though it came easy, it was always filled with nightmares from the ever racing thoughts).. Dark corners and rooms seemed to bring peace because the sun or light brought annoyance and reality of life..  Yeah like I said dark times. With love, the InspiredCutiee 😘

I feel like it's safe to say if you are going anywhere in Lagos be prepared for traffic; even if you are waking! Because there's not only over population of people but also vehicles. If you have any appointment you gats leave like 3 or 4 hours before the time. I'm not even joking. Like 5 people I know of this week missed appointments because of traffic. Thank God is sha Friday, we have two days to rest. (Well that's if you are not going anywhere; because e be like say this traffic go continue till Christmas Eve. Mr. Ambode is this how 2016 would be??? Sigh. There's even no Christmas in the air feeling this year. (Well for me sha) Everything just dey look one kin. Baba God we need a Christmas miracle. Izz your girl, theInspiredCutiee 

In the spirit of talking on friends. For there to be a balance we gatz talk about bad friends. Peep this Asa's lyrics on Ore. (Friend) because Asa is always bae 💕💕 Ma ya lé mi iwo orè atojubo onilé Ma ya lé mi iwo orè agbok'oloko Ma ya lé mi awon orè adugbo Ma ya lé mi ma ya lé k'omo Orè ti mo mu bi aburo Orè, orè ti mo sé daara dara Orè ti mo fi nu hun Owa daami o tumi sita Odabi oro ano Bi oro ano Don't come to my house, Iwo orè éké adugbo Don't come to my house, Iwo orè adaléru Maya lé mi, orè kofeniferé Maya lé mio maya lé rara Isè ni mo wa lojo yi o Oko t'o fèmi si lè Ko ku lo wa sè sé La won mejéji, won bèrè isé kusé Won wuma omodé, won sé wun won Odabi oro ano Bi oro ano Ewa wo ija lo jo yen Ewa wo éro ton tu ta Ewa wo ara lojo yen Ejé rée ni le Ma ya le mi toro iyo Ma ya le mi toro ata Ma ya mi le rara Isé ku sé kun owo rè I don't want to see you no more Well for those who don't understand Yoruba, she was bas

If you were expecting the next part on Experiencing Love, I'm sorry to burst your bubble. Today was unnecessarily long. I spent over 10 hours straight in order to complete a task. Imagine! I'm mentally tired!! In as much as technology enhances our lives sometimes it can be a pain in the ass!! After the first 3 hours, everything I had done (that wasn't supposed to take this much time) just erased from the laptop. It was like film trick! And the funny part was that I didn't touch any button to warrant such! I had to start all over again! I mean from scratch! 😩😩😩 Lemme not form big babe I cried!! 😁😎 You don't even want me to start on the topic of my boss! 😡😡 I guess this has taught me that the only reliable person is Jesus, to be honest. I hope you had a much better day than I did? P.S: watch out for the next episode next week Tuesday. With love, theInspiredCutiee 😘

I have come to the conclusion that the mind is the most powerful thing. I'm sure you are thinking 'hollup, hollup how can you conclude at the beginning of the post, isn't that jumping into conclusion' *smiles sheepishly* but mehn I have been asking myself what the most powerful thing in the body is? Some say its the tongue, but I believe its the mind. This morning my mom asked me what my biggest fear was, I replied and said my mind. I am afraid of the depth and length of my mind.  The mind is very powerful. It can do and undo and even redo. Lol. Last week I had panic attacks on different days; because I kept thinking of so many awful things that were allegedly going to happen. Ladies and gentlemen none of what I was thinking of came to pass!!!. Romans 12:2 says And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect will of God. Even the Bible states ho

December 10th 2015's commentary in The Word For Today is Titled Share Your Life. This paragraph struck and ministered to me: In the Journal of Happiness Studies, researchers looked at what distinguished quite happy people from less happy people. One factor consistently separated those two groups. It's not about how much money you have; its not about your health, security, attractiveness, IQ, or career success. What distinguishes consistently happy people from less happy people is the presence of rich, deep, joy-producing, life-changing, meaningful relationships. Everyday I look back and thank God for the people I'm surrounded with. God put each and everyone of them in my life for a reason. I am blessed and highly favored. The last statement in the commentary for that day says it all: the New Testament Church (Acts 4vs 32-37) got it right: it is in sharing with one another spiritually, emotionally, financially and relationally that you achieve your highest level of joy.

Hey! Yesterday I said no one knows tomorrow; I was going to write the sequel to Letter F but I decided to share a beautiful song. Oldie but inspiring. What if His People Prayed by Casting Crowns: What if the armies of the Lord Picked up and dusted off their swords Vowed to set the captives free And not let Satan have one more What if the church for heaven's sake Finally stepped up to the plate Took and stand upon God's promise And stormed hell's rusty gates What if His people prayed And those who bear His name Would humbly seek His face And turn from their own way And what would happen if we prayed For those raised up to lead the way Then maybe kids in school could pray And unborn children see light of day What if the life that we pursue Came from a hunger for the truth What if the family turned to Jesus Stopped asking Oprah what to do What if His people prayed And those who bear His name Would humbly seek His face And turn from their own way He s

I belive Christmas is a time to reflect, celebrate and plan for the new year. One very important variable in our lives (well apart from God and family) are FRIENDS. Everyone has them, either good or bad. For the next couple of days (there might be slight changes though because no one knows tomorrow *smiles sheepishly* ) I would be writing on friends. But today's post would feature Kolade's Special on Friends. Enjoy! To A FRIEND In this short space of time I have met more than a handful Some of which have left me half full Some empty, searching, desperate I have had them exciting, annoying They have lied to me, wronged me A lot of them are far away from me Taken away by life's various ships For work, school or just to a new home Some of them are around for what they can get Some of them leave you with a feeling  regret Truth is, there are some that you can't forget They have left a mark In you that nothing or no one can take away They have done more tha

In case you missed it, Here's Part 1   The next step is Look Out! Verse 20 of Luke 15 says the father saw him while he was still a long way off (paraphrased) The father was looking continuously for the son for him to have spotted him from a distance; it wasn't a coincidence that he saw his son from afar. He had been consistently looking. The charge is that we as individuals should also look out. There's someone who needs you. They might not come physically and say help me, its you that has to be sensitive to know who God is bringing or had put in your path. It also requires consistency, because the father consistently looked out in anticipation for his son; its not like the son called him and said 'Dad expect me home soon'. Not everything is said through words, take time out to genuinely be concerned about someone this week. God bless you. With love, theInspiredCutiee 

The weekend was just here..   Sigh.   Sometimes I wake up on Monday and I'm like 'uugh another Monday'!!! Romans 8:31 says "if God be for us who can be against us"?? The Message says "with God on our side like this, how can we lose??"   That's my charge mehnn! God is working in ways I can't see, His thoughts are not my thoughts. His plans for me are of good to bring a bright future. He knows my name; I am not forgotten. ENSURE YOU HAVE A GREAT AND FULFILLING WEEK. GOD GOTCHA! *wink* With love, theInspiredCutiee 

Hey people!  Remember My Amazing Friend She's got more to say! I told you she was amazing! lol. Enjoy!!   THE PHILOSOPHER’S MUSE Who am I? Where did I come from? And where am I going? These kind of existential questions belle the root of all philosophical thinking. The answers to each one however is not always simple and is unique to every individual who must arrive at his answer through deep reflection and profound thought. William Thackeray, a noted literary and intellectual of his time wrote of the smoking pipe, “the pipe draws wisdom from the lips of the philosopher and shuts up the mouth of the foolish; it generates a style of conversation, contemplative, thoughtful, benevolent and unaffected. And even Albert Einstein resonated the thought saying “I believe that pipe smoking contributes to a somewhat calm and objective judgment in all human affairs”. What both were implying was the pipe man is the reflective and thinking man. There

Hello people I'm sorry I haven't posted in two days. There should be no excuses. In an ideal world; life would be perfect for every individual. But we live in a real world, a fallen one at that. Sigh. I have been down a little plus my internet has been down. I'll be deceiving myself if I say that I won't have bad days, the good or rather best news is that I have God. I know He's working even when I may not 'see' what He's doing. I hope you are having a great weekend though? Because Monday is around the corner.. Hehe. With love, theInspiredCutiee 😘 P.S: There would be a Sunday Special!

ON MY OWN I'm not able to stand without falling I'm not able to fly without crashing I can't seem to make it on my own Every relationship I build seems to fall apart Every care I give seems to tear me apart But hold on a second!! I claim to be a believer I claim I have given all to the saviour I should be living a life of luxury I should actually be the best I'm supposed to be What did I do wrong Oh "I" need to be strong! But you see!! That's the problem Its not about "I" Its not about "me" Its about the one whose greater than "I" All this while "I" have been missing the point Jesus died so "I" could be free He died so "I" could be "we" Now I believe Now I receive Now I know He lives inside of me I can live freely Because "I"am no longer "On My Own"

Yaay 1st day of the 12th month wow! This year has ended! Its easy to be discouraged and depressed at this time because you've probably had so many dreams and they haven't been fulfilled. Don't let that get to you. Be happy you are alive. Its who ever is alive that can care about achievements and goals. Its also a good time to reflect on God's goodness and mercies. After all its not by your power that you are alive. Take time out to plan for next year. Written goals are the first step to a successful life. December please be awesome. 😁 With love, theInspiredCutiee 😘 PS:I read this and couldn't help but share: 1. Your shoes are the first thing people subconsciously notice about you. Wear nice shoes. 2. If you sit for more than 11 hours a day, there's a 50% chance you'll die within the next 3 years. 3. There are at least 6 people in the world who look exactly like you. There's a 9% chance that you'll meet one of them in your lifetime. 4. S

Life is periodically hard and it will attempt to break your resolve to trust God. Its a subtle process, especially when you've prayed and aren't seeing any change. You just gotta ask for grace. Especially in this Nigeria; when there's light issues, petrol issues, traffic, I can go on. This week would be great! Can I get an Amen???

Simply Average : I'm not too good at yelling I don't like whispering I play the drums but not very good at it I sing too but hide behind the beautifully robed choir I lie but only when pushed to the wire I get caught because its really not my desire Football is my passion too..but I don't play beyond my streets Photography oh! I love photography But I never pursued a carried in it The only pictures I ever took, was of a few friends who tried to cook, a meal that turned out rather disastrous I hear comments like; Oh its nice! You are good at it! You will make a great singer....blah blah blah I lazy around in bed Never paying attention to what anyone has said. I find myself sitting at the back at this great concert Looking at the possibilities of all I could have become. I could have been perfect I could have been great Somebody wake me up and tell me its not too late Maybe I'm good, maybe I could be better But surely right now I'm 'Simply Ave

Wham! Wham!! Wham!!! With every whip she shuddered, her mother told her not to come out of the closet, but she couldn't take it anymore. She knew if HE saw her she would regret it. But she just had to know the fate of her mother! She took caution to slightly open the door without any noise, stepped out of the closet. Tiptoed towards the door of the room, turned the door knob; it made a little creak noise, she peeped through the small opening, saw a shadow. Could that be her HIS or her mom's? She asked herself. She quietly pushed the door open again; it creaked a little, but this time the sound stopped. She saw a shadow turn and walk towards the sound. She closed her eyes, tried to hold her breath, and hoped that it wasn't HIM coming towards her. A minute passed, and as she opened her eyes, wham! was the last thing she heard as she slowly fell to the floor; deep down her soul she heard a voice saying 'You should have stayed in the closet' With love, theInspire

Silently says TGIF! Today was very rough.. And it began when I woke up at 4 and found out my phone fell from a high vintage point (thankful the screen didn't break sha) it affected the sim slot but it's alright now, to the mad mainland traffic and I couldn't purchase stuff because sales today are on another level because black Friday.. The highlight of my day was like an hour ago, I think I have met the most hilarious old people! The tricycle or keke marua I entered conveyed the most radical old Nigerians. I can't even begin to write all they said; majority of it was in pidgin sef. They all didn't know each other, but their conversation was so funny (they were tackling the driver, at some point the driver (an old man too oh!) was like they should come down because he had probably never encountered such passengers!) I was just observing and laughing. I guess God taught me a lesson that no matter what happens or is happening there's always a reason to smile.

Today is Thanksgiving!!! Thanksgiving shouldn't be restricted to one day or a particular month, it should be done daily! Well in celebration of this day, *drum rolls* here is one of Kolade's master piece. Enjoy! THANKSGIVING Is it in plenty? Is it in few Is it in the things that we have brand new Is it in sickness?! Is it in health?! Is it in the pain that I once felt?! For the family that surround me For the Problems that thought they bound me For the Love of Christ that found me For the long hours spent in the labour room For the cry of a new born baby For the husband who stood by her daily To the beggar on the street who could hardly find meat to eat To the young man who just lost his Job and now finds it hard to make ends meet For the happy times we spent at the beach For the million dollar winning speech To the pastor who stands every Sunday to preach To everyone out there searching for a reason to be grateful For all the things that could have made

I don't understand the type of men being bred today. This morning I entered a 'keke napep' or tricycle and it takes four people (in Lagos, because the extra cash is important, I don't know about other parts of the country though) it was some woman and I waiting for two more people. And luckily two people came, a school girl and a young man. And you know what happened? This 'agbaya' of a man went to take the seat at the back and the young girl said she couldn't seat in front. The driver now had to beg the man to please kindly seat in front. To be honest if I had known he was going to beg him I would have gone to sit there myself. *hiss* Some 30 minutes later, in another bus, the lady at the last row of the bus had reached her destination, the man who sat closest to the door refused to open the door, said the driver (there wasn't any conductor) should do it. Imagine?? Wasting everyone's time! Not that I support women being treated as helpless being