WHISPERS OF INSPIRATION

We least expected a pandemic could sneak on us. We didn't even bargain for the pause in our pulse. Neither did we anticipate the effects it would have on our very survival. There are higher rates of anxiety, distress, depression, and other silent tides blowing too.  With sentiments of concern in these times, we still have to be strong on our sail.  We have to be unwavering in our efforts contain the spread, ensure our survival, and continue to build. To this end, the accomplished Nigerian Novelist Ben Okri reminds us that "the most authentic thing about us is our capacity to create, to overcome, to endure, to transform, to love, and to be greater than our suffering". So while expressing our discomforts, our irritations,  and our losses let's be sober in our reflection, attentive to the wisdom of the times and act in one accord to solve the challenge. Continue staying safe and explore your capabilities. Wishing you a peaceful weekend. Greetings ©KYB ✍🏿8/05

Expressed daily efforts In every duty Expanded vitality In executing tasks Constancy conveyed  In this survival strand Many lost their steam While others are struggling With others still sprouting  During these uncommon tides. With subtle stress depressing Our Labours' striving smiles It's time to hold hands   Even as we celebrate efforts Of our worth. Even with this COVID-19's commotion L -Let our little A -Abilities and aptitude B -Be best O-Ordered organically  U -Utilized uniquely and be R -Rewarded realistically As May arrives With its soft touch May your day be beautiful Like the buds of May Happy May Day! Happy Labour Day !! Greetings  ©KYB ✍🏿1/5/2020

The scope of this COVID-19 is like an unending rope we are yet to decode.  But the code in this lope that dope our reactions requires that we cope in this slope and hope for the best.  So while we pray to elope this scourge, let's follow the safety rules to be safe.🌸🌹🍇 Special greetings from me to you. ©KYB ✍🏿30/04/2020

We have learned and heard a lot in this time.  We have been humbled by the reality of the weaknesses in our inadequacies. But beyond our lamentations of the appropriateness or otherwise of these locks, We have to brace ourselves to acclimatise. In pondering over the options available to us in this situation, what can we do better?  We certainly cannot be in a panic situation all the time and continue begging to be relevant.  So as we reflect on the deficits in our safety nets, we have to rethink building responsive and sustainable systems. We have to adapt and stay safe.  It is advisable not to consult your fears in these uneasy times.  It's wise not to confer with our frustration or the many enticing rhetorics in town.  Instead, concern rhetoric with your hopes and your dreams of an end to this pandemic. Cuddle your anxieties, uncertainties, and suspicions and preserve yourself, by being cautious. Greetings to you. ©KYB ✍🏿20/04/2020

We cannot fully comprehend all the unfolding phenomena around us. It's terrifying reading about the tall death tolls. It's humbling to learn how fragile we are all are.  It's stunning to know how precious life is in all this.   This happening which took us by surprise is a litmus test of our resilience, and our efforts so far.  Whether humanity has done well or failed, this time calls for deep introspection into our talks and deeds as well as our relationship with others. Although a test, it still offers us a unique opportunity to rethink to reform our odd ways, and transform to build an equitable and fairer society.  It's my prayer we learn our lessons to respect our relationships, mend mend brokenness and reconnect to our core values as a caring people. So Help us God ©KYB ✍🏿18/04/2020

We heard the update of the tally of cases so far.  The number of persons infected with COVID-19 keeps rising. The fear, anxiety, and uncertainties still rage on as we are all at risk. Indeed, the changes in our routines amidst calls for us to stay home is uneasy.  The thought of people losing their jobs, or the anxiety of losing one, and shutting down of the heartbeat of economic activities is devastating. While others have to deal with hunger, inadequate funds among others, during this lock down, it is necessary we have to brace ourselves to curb the spread of the virus. It's true some of the measures put in place will inconvenience us and there will need to support the most vulnerable in our society. While pondering over the state of affairs, in order to get through this tumultuous time, let's do what we can to be safe and focus on opportunities to rebuild.  It is likely boredom and fatigue may set in as we stay home, but we can engage in some activities and moder

Nothing comes easy in life. Nothing is absolutely free in this world. It is a fact that every accomplishment in life comes at a cost.  Indeed, history is replete with great sacrifices men made in order to fulfill a destined mission. Sometimes the harrowing tales of these sacrifices can be discouraging and deterring.  Nevertheless, an appreciation of the crown of Christ redirects us to reflect on the Cross he carried. As a people, we are the ones to carry our own crosses in order to attain the crowns we seek. It's therefore imperative for us to reflect on the worthy sacrifices we have to make in the past and present. It's necessary for us to contemplate on sacrifices we are even making as individuals, families, and society during this COVID-19 era so that we can contain the spread, manage the cases, address the uneasiness and prepare for the future.  Without the Good Friday, there wouldn't be any Easter celebration for Christendom. This also means that in every b