Documenting 2025

It's day 363 of documenting 2025. 2 days to 2026! It's a Monday...and guess where I'm not? In the hostel! 😄 It's actually my last Monday here on holiday...and it was definitely well spent. Why? Because I went out. It was the Thanksgiving and Bazaar of the Anglican church my aunt goes to...and I tagged along with my cousin and her friend. My brother didn't go tho....what I would describe as antisocial 😏 For the record, this is an overdue post...meaning I'm writing it much later than I should have. Doesn't change much tho...as I'm still going to share the day's gist. Moving on.... It was in the morning we left for the church. My aunt gave me her bag, hand jewelry, footwear and a wonderfully furry hat to wear. The only thing that was mine was my dress. Well, that didn't matter, as I still looked good ✨ One thing about my aunt is, she likes to make an impression with her dressing. Seems she wanted me to do same and boy! I killed it! 😁 ...

It's day 356 of documenting 2025. 9 days to 2026! I didn't mention that yesterday was Sunday, right? Well, it's Monday and I'm not in school! 😄 No books or lectures, No compulsory uniform or stress. I woke up in my uncle's house after a wonderful night's rest. My phone was at its lowest, 13%. And where we went to, there's no light. Unfortunately 🥲 My aunt allowed me use her power bank and that's how I'm able to type this. Asides that, it's all good over here. There's food and fun, especially with my cousin and brother around. My cousin came with her friend for the holidays, so we're a group of four now. It's all good vibes 😎 Well, we did chores in the morning. I was charging my phone then. After that we cooked breakfast using the firewood method. I can't count how many times I had to wash my hands off charcoal or how many instances my eyes watered from the smoke. But it was all worth it. The meal...

It's day 349 9f documenting 2025. 16 days to 2026! Today was tough 😪 Maybe because of the errands I had to run in the evening, or because of the fact that I overindulged on snacks and felt bad afterwards. Or maybe because I slept off during lectures today...twice! A not-so-good record. Well, the main thing is...I felt down. So down that I just glued my eyes to my phone screen; trying to avoid the thoughts that flooded my mind. Later on, I went to get a new pair earphones...as my old pair isn't working properly. As I came back to the hostel, I was just thinking how I had just probably made a financial mistake. But to be sincere, I needed new earphones. I think I got back to my normal self...after an hour of sitting by myself and just listening to songs that reflected my emotional state. That artiste called Kaestrings is blessed ✨ How I came around? By just opening my mouth and saying sorry to Jesus. I was so focused on the fact that I messed up again and how hard c...

It's day 342 of documenting 2025. 23 days to 2026! It's a Monday! Happy New Week, my friend ☺️ It's always a new chance and a set of new opportunities. But this evening, I got a new realization. First, let me tell how today went. Twas just like a normal day....taking transport to the usual Monday GS hall...and then stopping by a shop to get this or that. This time around, it was beads I searched for. You know I told you about my coronation on Saturday, right? Well, the debts have been settled and I finally have my full set of beads. I got them this evening, as well as my own drinking cup. Now, I can take tea with biscuits or hot chocolate when I want to 😄 Anyways, the class we were supposed to have by 12pm was cancelled. That gave me time to get to the hostel and rest before going back to the market later in the evening. I was also able to buy one of my textbooks that my dad sent money for. I finally know where the bookshop is located! I'll get the second t...

It's day 335 of documenting 2025. 30 days to 2026! Happy New Month! ☺️ It's December already...and I can't believe that it's my last month of doing this blog. Yeah...I've decided. I will stop this blog after the very last post on 31st December. Why? Well, it's because the blog is titled, "Documenting 2025". I believe that this year is the start of a major transition in my life, the close of an old chapter and the opening of a new chapter. So so many things happened this year, and I believe more will happen next year. Not so sure how I will document it tho.... Reason is, typing the posts now take me time....which I can use for assignments or content work. Well, let's see how it goes next year. I will keep documenting my experiences somehow, but let 2025 be the start of it. Anyways, on to how my day went. One word...overwhelming. But in the midst of it, sweet Jesus was with me 😊 I was able to navigate quite a lot of things, and I would s...

It's day 328 of documenting 2025. 37 days to 2026! Twas a busy Monday indeed. And I ended up exhausting my funds....due to transport to and from a certain lecture hall 😏 Well, that's how Mondays are. For the rest of this week, I won't be needing transport fare, as the remaining lectures will be held in our department hall, which is close to my hostel. A five minute walk will get me there. How did today go? Almost overwhelming. But it seems I don't get overwhelmed these days, no matter how busy things get with work and course rep duties and study. OMG! 😲 I have homework due for tomorrow! (Psy 159...) Will get to it as soon as I publish this. And a good thing happened today. Someone I regard as my sister, finally called this evening. I missed her call, but I called her back and we spoke for more more than 10 minutes. Honestly, it was nice to hear her voice after a long while. It's been two months 🥲 It was a wonderful moment spent talking to her... I fou...

It's day 321 of documenting 2025. 44 days to 2026! Today ended with an unexpected twist. That's just what I want to start with. What a way to start my first week as a course rep! You'll probably be like, "What's she talking about? Okay, okay.... Let me spill the beans. One word hint: Politics It was after a normal morning and afternoon of lectures and I came back to the hostel...hungry and tired. After refreshing myself and changing my clothes, I got a "reminder" from our departmental president that we were to meet today by 5pm. I wasn't feeling up to it, and was about to decline when one of the members sponsored my transport. I had no choice but to go. The mindset was, "let's see how it goes". I got there early, before the person who called for the meeting and instantly regretted it. "Why do I always have to go early?" I asked myself as I sat in the restaurant. Yes! It was in a restaurant. Later ...

It's day 314 of documenting 2025. 51 days to 2026! I finally had my Monday lectures today. Twas just like a regular secondary school class in comparison. The lecturer asked and answered questions from the students, and also gave the topic and its outlines. Then came the major difference. She asked us to read up on the subsections of the topic outline. Research on the first day! She then said that we would discuss the information we got in the next class. I really don't know what had been going on with me lately. I dozed off during the second class! It was just for a few moments tho...but this would be the second time it's happening! I really need to manage my energy...but God will help me. Maybe it's because I haven't been in a classroom setting in a long time, or maybe because I woke up early... I'm not so sure. But I'll adjust very soon...I hope 😐 After I came back from the lecture venue, I was quite tired and had a nap for on...

It's day 307 of documenting 2025 58 days to 2026! Guess where I am right now. Not with family, that's where! I'm already in my hostel room...and it's going to be my first night here. My first night away from home 🥲 Why am I emphasizing that fact? Well, because it has never happened before. At some point, I'll have to stop doing that, right? Yeah...it gets annoying. Anyways, I gave my dad a big hug before seeing him off at the school park. That sweet man still gave me part of his transport fare...as I couldn't make any more transactions for the day.  I'll miss him 🤗 Today was pretty hectic....with all the trekking, going around and waiting. But it all got sorted out. I appreciate God for that...He really came through for me and my brother. It turns out that my brother had been cleared, but he had to pay his school fees first, before he could get his hostel payment invoice. We had to gather up the money...and luckily, my dad and I had some funds ...

It's day 300 of documenting 2025. 65 days to 2026! Wow....I did it! 300 days! As much as it hasn't been easy for the past few days, I was able to pull through. I can only thank God 🤗 If you notice, I didn't use the usual countdown poster, because today is a milestone day. Man! I deserve some cake! If you want to get me one, make it chocolate 😋 You know, on a normal day....I would be posting this milestone and letting everyone know about it. This time around, maybe an X tweet would do. Or probably on my WhatsApp status. Let me do a little reflection here... A lot has really happened in the last 50 days since my last milestone. There wasn't any much events...just that a lot has changed since then. For one, I'm no longer in Lagos. I also have more than 100 followers on X....and I'm less active on Instagram and Whatsapp. If only I wasn't so lazy to edit the videos for Instagram, I would probably be consistent in posting. As for Wh...

It's day 293 of documenting 2025. 72 days to 2026! Hey hey, it's Monday! And it's actually getting serious. We will definitely be traveling on Wednesday. I'm at the place where I printed out all the documents needed. I haven't uploaded them yet tho... Still waiting for the portal to open, as it's not working. It's past 2pm now....and I'm just waiting around. Dad wants to make sure we have all the needed documents before we travel and that's what brought me outside. Thank God I did the laundry before stepping out. (Last laundry session at home 🥲) Still not sure when I'll be going home today, and I have an X space to host today. It will be later in the evening around 6pm or so. Let's see how it goes. Any other update? Ah yes....I'm back on good terms with God. I was reconciled last night, after opening up to Him in prayer. And then this morning, He told me why yesterday didn't go so well, and what I should do. It's up t...

It's day 286 of documenting 2025. 79 days to 2026! Well...Monday was eventful. For some reason, I was so engrossed in crochet this morning, and then I had to step out to visit a friend. Came back and headed straight for my home-tutoring session. I may or may not give a breakdown of all these activities...but let's see. First, let's start with Highlights. I'll give you the full gist afterwards. 365 Days With Self-discipline 📌 On Avoiding Problems "Avoid what causes the opposite of what you want to achieve." Quote by Peter Bevelin If you want to be safe, it’s best not to attend dangerous venues. For example, one of the most common places where bad things happen are nightclubs and their immediate vicinity. If you don’t go to nightclubs, your risk of getting into a brawl or being attacked by a drunk person is greatly decreased. It’s the same with self-control.  Instead of exerting self-discipline, it’s better to avoid problems th...

It's day 279 of documenting 2025. 86 days to 2026! It's Monday...and apparently, it was Teacher's Day yesterday. School closed early, (thank God!) and I was able to run a few errands before heading home. One of which included taking home the stuff my dad bought. Well, Dad got me a purple suitcase...and that's when I realized that I would really be making this trip. I have already told my boss and some of my after-school students that I won't be continuing the term with them. As expected, they were like, "Why?" "Who would teach us now?" "I'm going to miss you" And then they would hug me...and I'm going to miss them too. I was starting to really connect with them, and since I resumed weeks ago, I actually enjoyed teaching. You know what? Let's see today's highlights and then I'll share more thoughts....especially about today's training session. 365 Days With Self-discipline  📌 On Learning With Age ...

It's day 272 of documenting 2025. 93 days to 2026! Happy New Week! As I used to say, "Another set of opportunities." Before we dive into today's post...highlights and all, I would like to give an update on yesterday's outing, like I promised. Then we can do the usual section. Sounds like a plan! So, yesterday went thus: My friend and I met at the bus stop and we hugged each other as we exclaimed, "Oh my God! It's been a while!" She actually commented that I was taller than last time. (Me? tall?...doesn't feel that way!) We don't know any hangout spots in the area, so we just sat in front of an empty shop. Yep....we sat outside! Another friend pointed out that we should have scouted the area to know where we could stay inside, get drinks...and talk. I was like, "maybe next time". What matters was that we saw each other again...after 6 years! And talk we did! We chatted about everything and anything that came to mind. Abou...