Jimmy the dog, I still love

The fact that I still loved and mourned Jimmy, our family dog, after thirty years was unbelievable to me. I had always promised myself that I would get a dog whenever I felt comfortable doing so. I had known Jimmy since I was a child. Consequently, she was older than me. Simultaneously calm, affectionate, protective, and entertaining. Her passing was heavy on the entire family because she was adored by Everyone.

I could think of a tonne of wonderful things I remembered about Jimmy.

Partnership and companionship are the some of them. She was someone you could rely on as a friend. Jimmy was always willing to accompany me on errands, so I don’t have to worry about loneliness.Having a dog as a pet altered my understanding of respect, love, trust, and companionship. It takes a dog to believe in love. My memories of Jimmy are the main factor behind my decision to obtain a dog as a pet in a nearest future .

My gateway to the virtual world

Nowadays, family requirements take precedence over personal demands, so at my age, I hardly remember the most costly personal gift or the last of such treatment. As strange as that seems, it’s true.

I used to pamper myself to the fullest extent possible before I became a responsible family guy; I enjoy fine dining and fashion. I spent a lot of money on shoes, watches, and clothing. Not a big-brand consumer or fashionista I do, however, dress according to my income level. I also look good on them. But as I became a family man, I recognised that in order to partially meet my family’s demands, I would have to defer, if not abandon, the majority of my needs.

I take my sanity seriously, regardless of my financial state.I would prefer not to take the chance of having some of my work and updates slowed down, delayed, or even ruined due to inferior products; in other words, gadgets such as phones and laptops are gateways to the online world. Social media and the internet are the only tools that facilitate my work and provide a shortcut to the virtual world.

Many people will either be dissatisfied or intrigued by my and your most expensive purchase, depending on our differences and degree of financial freedom. But that’s what makes us unique, as I’ve always stated.

The most costly personal items I have purchased for myself are my laptop and phone. Since they are just as precious as or more valuable than the prices, I have no regrets about their cost in relation to their significance in my life.

Literary enlightenment and the hypocrisy of the government

Democracy is government of the people, by the people, and for the people, but I bet it’s not.

In high school, I was not only interested in government but also excelled at the subject. The rest of my grades were A-level, with my lowest being a C.

Coming from a war-torn, impoverished, and marginalised area of Eastern Nigeria, I was eager to learn about the significance of government and its policies in relation to my “country” and, more specifically, my region. studying the laws and history of the nation before independence. The lack of practice of the subject’s teachings made me even more irritated. 

Democracy is a falsehood, especially in Nigeria, where they claimed it is the governance of the people, by the people, and for the people.but its not. The will of the people is subverted by corrupt few.

Literature

During my early school years, I also had an interest in literature. I enjoy reading books with compelling plots and using literary devices like metaphors, irony, hyperbole, and sacarsm. It is both lovely and captivating to use this terminology in my daily writing and everyday communication. 

I was able to develop my literary mind by reading classics like Chinua Achebe’s works, Shakespeare, and Wole Soyinka. Twelve Nights, Romeo and Juliet, Marchant of Venice. things   Fall apart; anthill of savana and arrow of gods, to name a few.

A handful of them helped me comprehend the notion of writing and influencing people through pen and paper.

I became aware of humanity’s dishonesty and untruth when I became interested in government. while literature, as one of my favourite subjects, teaches me how to use pen and paper to impact humanity positively.

Time is What happens to us.

Life is time; it’s what takes place when we are preoccupied with other matters. Why am I in need of time? 

It is a continuous process that doesn’t repeat itself. Also our most valuable possession; everything else is centred around. 

Do I need time? Is a question really that easy yet so challenging?

I make an effort to take advantage of time, knowing full well that it doesn’t wait for anyone. When we were younger, we believed we had endless time. However, without adequate knowledge, preparation, and direction, we wasted a lot of it on pointless activities that we only regretted later.

As we age, we come to the realisation that we are running out of it. Yes, I do require time. I responded. For what, though? to make amends for my wrongs. Improve myself in all aspects. Yes.

I asked my elderly coworker, who is in his late 50s, a similar question. *** What is your greatest life regret? Or how would you have avoided this situation? I enquired.

Nothin’. He said, “Nothing.” His expression suggested that the question took him by surprise. Eventually, he said. I have only one regret. Missing the opportunity to meet with my only brother on his sick bed before he passed because of a night with a random girl. But that’s what makes me me. He ended. I regret nothing. Except that.

 Like my colleague Everyone of us has one regret or the other, and that is what makes us unique. Acknowlagding Our mistakes are the first step towards redemption. We all need time because it is the only way to right our wrongs in life.Indeed, time is what happens to us while we are busy with other things.

We can only get better.

Our results and accomplishments are greatly influenced by our circumstances. need for backup plans to deal with such unforeseen circumstances. To put it another way, failing to plan is intending to fail. But sometimes, even with a plan, failure is unavoidable. However, a plan does not ensure the success of automatik. Planning is crucial, though.

In three years, everything being normal, even as I’ve begun setting the groundwork for future opportunities towards self-improvement, I’ll possess a degree and be managing a shortlet hotel. Registrering of Uber Company even as a proud husband, father, and more, though, I know I can get better since I have experienced my share of setbacks and disappointments, even with well-thought-out plans. I never let it stop me from trying again.

It would be disrespectful, though, to ignore my accomplishments in light of my modest starting. I am appreciative of my progress and optimistic that I will continue to improve, promising and believing in myself that I can only get better.

We are all products of family.

Family’s importance has been severely diminished, and its role and essence have been largely disregarded. The presence of the mother and father is essential for every child. Parents are the first formal institution in a child’s existence, and it has a detrimental impact on the child when they are denied the advantages that come from any of the parents or the family as a whole. The negative effects that come with abolishing family institutions are a major source of concern.

A family holiday would be my choice if I were permitted to create a holiday. We should recognise the value of the family institution and value its advantages. We are all descended from families, and we have all benefited from the institution in one way or another. Mother’s affection, perhaps. the father’s sacrifices. We have all benefited from our siblings’ love and care or from our relatives’ emotions. 

The vacation with the family (family day) It will be a day to honour our loved ones, emphasise their significance, and increase their benefits to humanity.

Since we are all products of family, it is important to recognise and promote Family Day.

Appreciation.

Since I am not the kind of person who retains records readily, something must have had a significant and unique impact on my life in order to capture my attention. I’m not a computer geek, yet WordPress, Google, and Yahoo are undoubtedly my favourite websites. I am appreciative of their contribution to my life.

Who am I?

Characterising others is simpler than describing oneself. . In a world that lacks empathy, having views of other people’s personal lives or even claiming to know more than they know of themselves is sickening. Only if we could channel the energy inward, our capabilities could be limitless. Life is of a purpose; its essence is what many of us are yet to discover.

Who am I? I keep questioning myself. What are my capabilities? My limitation? Strength,. Dreams. Purpose and aspirations. Most often, we tend to discover our true selves through circumstances that challenge our inner being . Knowing our essence in life is one positive power I want see in us all for The ability to master oneself is absolute power. Which leads me to the same question. who are you? . Who am I? 

A kid at heart.

Growing up for me was full of experience. Just like my six-year-old daughter, who wants to be a teenager and adult in One day I wanted to outgrow my parents influence as fast as I could as a child, and one day I  realized  did. And now I wish I could go back to being a kid. There are many things that make us kids, even as adults. Qualities like emotional, adventurous, carefree, mindfulness, and hopefulness top the list. Though I try to live in the present while being hopeful in my adventures, it is never the same as when I was a child due to responsibilities and stress, which are understandable as an adult . However, irrespective of my age and  circumstances, the kid in me comes to light on common grounds. because I still get excited over little things and surprises. Adulthood may be mandatory. But growing up is optional. The same reason I try to be a kid at heart in all I do.

Family could be anyone

Usually, a family member included all descendants of a shared ancestor. literally a household consisting of one or more parents and their kids. 

Being a family member today involves more than just sharing a parent and ancestral background. Given the way families are currently structured and the catastrophes that befall family members, it is imperative that individuals no longer view family members as being connected solely by blood but rather by affection, love, trust, and values. Voices are not as loud as actions. To put it another way, our actions define us.

In addition to being viewed as a stranger, a relative who projects evil or damage is also considered an enemy. In contrast, strangers who develop a friendship based on trust, love, and affection eventually turn into family. Familyhood can no longer be justified on the basis of shared ancestry. People these days prefer to relate to strangers rather than members of their family.We call these people family relatives, and they are responsible for most reported homicides today. In addition to blood or lineage, family is defined by love, care, affection, trust, understanding, and values. Whoever qualified as a member of my family should have these qualities.