It's been a month since I got married and I can't say I feel any different than before. It kinda still feels the same to me. I still walk the way I do, talk the way I do, and think the way I used to.

Well, yeah, some things have changed, I now have a sleeping partner, I have sex whenever I want to and don't want to, I also get to cook a lot more often.. now that part I dread!

The weirdest thing happened two days after I said I do and I mean weird in capital. Still on our honeymoon in a hotel in Paris, we'd been feasting mostly on snacks since we couldn't bear to eat most of their delicacies.

Out of the blues, I decided to try out their spicy prawn pasta since it was the only familiar food out of the rest I could identify with. Safe to say, I paid the price for the meal the very next day.

Henry was out to use the ATM and order pizza, I had just gotten out of bed when I felt the urge to take a dump. I quickly rushed to the rest room. Behold, I felt like all my sins were being purged away as the substance that kept passing out of my rare were enormous.

I was grateful Henry wasn't around to witness this event as I took the opportunity of being alone to do and undo, having the luxury of enhancing the odour of the toilet with my excrement.

I kept purging and oh the smell oozing out was horrible. Sadly, my *home alone* experience didn't last long as I heard the sound of the door open. I knew I had to do a quick operation to eradicate the smell before Henry came any closer.

So I quickly grabbed the air freshener and sprayed all round the toilet, but that didn't do enough justice as the purging got to another level and so did the smell. I decided to spray all the content of the bottle and almost immediately, I started to choke.

I guess I overdid it.

Henry must have heard me coughing cos he started knocking on the door asking if I was OK. I replied that I was fine but still kept on coughing.

"Open the door." He said

Huh?? Open the door?? I was ready to choke than have him sniff on my poo.

"Uhmn, honey, I'm OK. Its just a cough."

At this point I was close to coughing out my intestine but what was more annoying was the purging, it just didn't stop!

Henry began banging on the door furiously.

"Open this door Kike or I'd push it down." He yelled

Oh no! I started weighing my options. Refuse to open the door, what if he actually pushes it down like he said. Can't afford that expense. Open the door and allow him see me doing number 2 more like 3 cos this purging just took it to another level entirely.

I was still contemplating when I heard his voice louder this time.

"Kike, open this door!"

"I'm coming." I said coughing.

I quickly flushed the toilet then opened the door as he stepped in, just then my stomach started another round of rumbling, I immediately rushed back to the loo and let out a fat smelly dump.. And then the cough continued.

Henry came right next to me as if we weren't in a toilet, a smelly one at that while I was taking a dump. Couldn't he perceive the suffocating odor or was he immune to this sort of smell?

"Are you OK, do you need me to get you a glass of water?" He asked.

"No I'm fine, don't worry I just.." I started coughing again.. I tried to get the tissue to clean up myself feeling weird.

Here, let me help you." He said

Help me?? Naa, no way was I allowing him clean my butt.

He grabbed the tissue and I started to protest but he took it from me.

"Allow me." He said.

He took the tissue and cleaned me up like a mother would her child. I felt totally embarrassed and very vulnerable too.

After he was done, he flushed the toilet and led me to the bathroom to take a hot shower.

Nobody told me marriage was gonna be this weird and creepy, but as weird as it is, I think I like it!

Later that evening while we laid in bed cuddling, Henry looked at me and said.

"Babe, I had this very weird experience today... I almost passed out!"

"Really?! What happened??" I said bemused

Then he replied

"Your Shit!"

Article: Dawota Bobmanuel.

 There are so many discussions, post and seminars  flying around all talking about what
to look out for in relationships and knowing if he/she  is the right one. But we all know what works for Mr A might  not work for Mr B. so the question is
How do u know who is just right for you ? or  how do you tell what advice you should take on ?
The  Relationship sixth sense is that  gut feeling , that hunch  you get when something seems to not be going the way it should or doesn't feel right.
You know what?
Everyone has got a sixth sense.  yeah! and deep down, you just know it when he/she doesn't seem right for you.

so,how do you use the 6th sense?
1. Trust your Guts
2. If it makes you happy and not guilty then it is just           good for you
3.Ask questions
4. Define yourself and your wants(do not allow yourself to be defined by people who have no idea of      you and what you are)
5. Take nothing for granted and finally
 6.  From your seminars and teachings, pick out what you think works for you and trash the rest.

Be yourself and be happy, make sure to put your sixth sense to use.

We all have women in our lives. She could be your sister, mother, girlfriend, wife, aunty, or even boss. Knowing how to relate with women has always been somewhat a difficulty. This could be attributed to the fact that women can be pretty complex and you may just not know how to handle the situation.

#Women are emotional. An average woman is an emotional being. She was created in such a way that her emotions flow way higher than that of her male counterpart. When dealing with a woman,(in any kind of relationship; mother,girlfriend) always have it at the back of your mind that women are very emotional. She's not out of place if she cries upon seeing a romantic movie or she becomes moody when you have a disagreement with her, its just something we can call 'woman nature'.

#Women are sensitive. Most women are very sensitive, and most times, this is what causes friction between themselves. Little things can upset a lady, so every action and words count in the meter of a lady. This could also be the reason why its easier for men to settle their differences, than for women to settle their differences.

 #Women are fighters. You can argue it all you want, but an average woman is actually a fighter. However, it depends on how and where she channels her fighting spirit. You may notice her getting too jealous , or looking stupid in love, but this is actually the fighting spirit in a woman. The fact that ladies are more discplined in positions of power can be attributed to this nature.

#Women are complex. Women can be complex at times, especially at times of vulnerability. You may notice she says something, but actually means the opposite. It could be confusing at times, and it takes communication and trust to get a woman to be totally plain at all times. Most women like what they hear, while some like what they see, and so it all boils down to understanding the women you have in your life.

#All women are not the same. Having mentioned the basic traits of women, its not impossible to see women who don't fit into the norm, so when you meet or have such a woman, dont be discouraged. All it takes is a little character study and understanding and you are good to go. Always have it at the back of your mind that all women are not the same.
Understanding a woman is a process, and getting it all wrong form the start could ruin or severe the kind of relationship you have with her.

Whether its the love for the fabric, or the pattern and beauty it creates, there is just something about Ankara, that makes it never go out of fashion.
The fabric is said to have originated in Netherlands, with its former name called 'Dutch wax' and it was originally made for the Indonesian market. However, it soon penetrated into the African market(West Africa precisely) and has since then become an ever trending fashion piece. Originally, the fabric was only being sown into dresses, but with the increasing creativity in the fashion industry, it has now been converted into different fashion items.


Ankara bags have found a way to penetrate the market, and it is a must have for every fashion lover. The beauty it exhibits is second to none, and unlike other regular bags, one can't help but notice the uniqueness of Ankara bags.


Ankara shoes have also become a trending fashion item. Ranging from sandals, to slippers, to heels and corporate shoes, you can never go wrong with this kind of style.


Fashion accessories are also not left out in this 'Ankara fever'. You can get them on earrings, bangles, wrist watches, notepads and even phone cases.


The wonderful part about this adorable fabric is that ladies and gentlemen rock it alike. The The fabric has zero discrimination and it also showcases creativity. Depending on the style and color combination, you can transform your piece of clothing to whatever you desire, and the best part of it is, it trends in all occasions!
 So next time you are thinking of what to wear to that event, why not be graceful in Ankara?

Most times, when we think about the word 'tears', what comes to mind is the attachment to emotion. However, there are amazing things you need to know, just before you shed a tear.

#1 Fingers are not equal, so are your tears
According to research, there are 3 types of tears that are shed from the human eye and all 3 have their different effects and components. They are; basal tears, reflex tears, and the psychic tears which are also known as emotional tears. The basal tears help purify, The reflex tears are caused by irritants(such as chemicals, onions,) while the psychic tears are, well, we all know where they stem from.

#2 Men get turned off by a woman's tears
In a research study, the results showed that men detect a unique chemical component in the tears that discourages them from feeling sexually aroused. So ladies, if you are with your partner or spouse, and you are planning on getting down, you might want to save those tears till further notice.

#3....And the winner is....Ladies!
Ladies tend to cry more than their male counterparts and this can be attributed to the fact that certain hormones are produced in excess in the female body, besides, the tear ducts of a female is different from that of a male. While the ducts are slimmer in women, they are quite large in males. Just think of it as a big pipe and a small pipe.

#4 Left eye, right eye
There is a theory that proves that sad tears start from left eye, while those of happiness or excitement come from the right. I guess this would have to be a personal experiment. Kindly take note of where your next first tear falls from. Thanks.

#5 Runny nose
Dont you always wonder why you get runny nose each time you cry? This is because the tears well up in the duct and flow through the eye, and when its in excess, some get stuck in the nasal passage, hence the effect of runny nose.

#6 keeping up with  the 'crydashians'
Have you just stayed up late, doing nothing, and then tears suddenly start flowing from your eyes? You might want to blame it on emotions but the truth is lack of sleep could actually trigger the tear glands and make the tears flow. Try to get enough sleep, if you Dont want to keep up with crying every night.

#7 Where do they really come from?
If you have ever wondered how tears are formed or where they are formulated, then here it is; tears come from the lacrimal gland which are found in the outer part of the upper eye. Dont wonder anymore.