WHISPERS OF INSPIRATION

We may stumble, struggle, and even be stranded at some point in time on our various journeys. We might have even failed or fumbled in finding our favourable fortune, But in exploring this adventure of our authenticity, may we never forget the valuable lessons we learn. May we ever be mindful of the little things we have to do while being sincere to leverage our experiences to build.     Stay safe. Regard  ©KYB ✍🏿16/05/2020

We are aware of your efforts and concerns even in these uncommon tides. We know the extra efforts you make in these moments to still manage. We may not understand your fears and your excesses in being a mother. We may not like how some of you react emotionally and take things too far, in your bid to protect your boundaries and care for us. We might like some of your styles in putting the fear of the Lord in us. But your presence in the family equation makes the parenting experience a wonderful one.  We have not forgotten about the warmth you exude and the tact you bring to bear. Your motherly function with some support from our fathers in catering for the needs of the family is still critical. Kudos to all our Mothers, Mums, Mummy, Mamas, Mommies, Maas. Congrats to single our mothers still struggling to live this role dutifully. And respects to everyone, especially those who support our mothers to live their duty. To you our mothers, we say Ahekoo. To every mother strugglin

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