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09/09/2024

A Mistake Exposed His Affair And Ruined His Marriage

"Thanks to your stupid mistake, my marriage is over," He said. "I'm not the one that asked you to cheat on your wife, Kevin!" She snapped.

09/09/2024

Yellow flags are not an immediate dealbreaker or major issue but they indicate a behaviour, tendency, pattern or trait that could later turn into a larger issue. At the very least, they are things that are worth a discussion or further exploration.

You're likely familiar with red and green flags. Have you heard of yellow flags? Here's what to look out for and what to do.

08/09/2024

The Singlehood Series: I Thought Having A Baby Would Save My Marriage But It Made Things More Complicated

had high hopes for marriage life but things took a different turn once we got married. John turned into a completely different person...

08/09/2024

The Singlehood Series: My Wedding Proposal That Went Horribly Wrong

Every day, I used to see a lot of single women in my office, women who—despite being smart, successful and attractive — complain that the dating world isn’t being kind to them and they would rather stay single. However, the pressures of growing up don’t go hand in hand with being single due ...

08/09/2024

“Some of my previous dates had an issue with me being a vegetarian.” She explained.

I don’t have an issue but I eat meat. Is that a problem with you?”

“No, you can eat meat.” She answered.

We didn’t talk about it again until we met in person.

However, there’s nothing worse than a self-righteous vegetarian. You know the ones who lecture people about how bad...

08/09/2024

Simple Steps To Getting Rid Of Items You No Longer Need

Going as far as leaving your door open for burglars to help themselves doesn’t get rid of unwanted items. How can you?

08/09/2024

The Singlehood Series: A WhatsApp Status Ended My Relationship

I was determined to get her number. I had even started picturing how I’d use her photos as my WhatsApp background...

08/09/2024

Tony's family loved Lilly so much that they did more to keep her around as they bought him time to get his act together but it was in vain. The Singlehood Series: When His Family Does More To Keep You Around Than He Does

Every woman aspiring to marry hopes to find loving in-laws because there are enough horror stories about them. However, Lilly didn’t anticipate that she could find favour in her partner’s family and struggle to get it from her partner. Lilly and Tony’s story started with epic highs. They loved...

08/09/2024

The Singlehood Series: When His Family Does More To Keep You Around Than He Does

Every woman aspiring to marry hopes to find loving in-laws because there are enough horror stories about them. However, Lilly didn’t anticipate that she could find favour in her partner’s family and struggle to get it from her partner. Lilly and Tony’s story started with epic highs. They loved...

08/09/2024

“You tell me about your problems after you’ve resolved them. What exactly is my role in your life?” Zach asked her.

“I was already late so I needed to resolve it quickly. I honestly think I needed to tell you about the incident at that time,” Cecilia defended herself.

“This is not about today only, I am not another one of your girlfriends. I want to be able to handle the stuff a man can handle in your life.”

“Zach, I have been doing these things for myself. Should I pretend I don’t know how to handle them?”

“You’re missing the point, Cecilia, you’re too independent. I don’t feel needed because you resolve everything by yourself,” Zach responded.

“I don’t understand what you want me to do. I’m not trying to offend you, it just happens for the past incidents I have known what to do to solve the problem,” said Cecilia.

Cecilia was done dating broke and unambitious men. She worked hard to get everything she wanted in life, but unfortunately, this wasn’t enough to guarantee success in the love department. Cecilia had never discriminated against a potential suitor because of his financial status. She believed that ...

07/09/2024

The Singlehood Series: I Sent A Risky Text To The Family WhatsApp Group By Mistake

I wasn’t a fan of the family WhatsApp group. I had been added several times but I managed to exit without anyone noticing...

07/09/2024

The Singlehood Series: He Broke Up With Me Because I Refused To Quit My Job

The only downside about my job is that I have to go to work on Sundays. It’s not a downside for me since I don’t mind being at work...

07/09/2024

The Singlehood Series: Everybody Thought He Was Amazing But She Knew A Different Side Of Him

Tom was a darling to many. He was his parent’s favourite child, a favourite nephew, and a grandchild. Close male friends revered him, and the female ones felt like hawks circling, waiting for the perfect time to grab him- at least, that’s how Loise saw it. She also got used to people telling her...

07/09/2024

She Made A Life Changing Decision But She Wasn’t Sure Her Partner Would Stay With Her After It

Jim switched on the lights for the second time that night. The first time, he went to the kitchen and came back with a bowl of fruits; some grapes, and yoghurt. Greek yoghurt. It was his new obsession, I suspect because he said it would help me lose weight. At the time we met, I […]

07/09/2024

My Shy Fiancée Might Not Marry Me If My Mother Insists On The Grand Wedding She Wants For Me. What Should I Do?

He couldn't wait to marry Linda. Little did he know he would be caught in the middle of conflicting views between his mother and fiancé.

07/09/2024

The Singlehood Series: He Claimed She Was Too Independent

Cecilia was done dating broke and unambitious men. She worked hard to get everything she wanted in life, but unfortunately, this wasn’t enough to guarantee success in the love department. Cecilia had never discriminated against a potential suitor because of his financial status. She believed that ...

07/09/2024

The Singlehood Series: He Died With His Side Chick As The Main Chick Prepared His Birthday Surprise

What was supposed to be a big celebration turned out to be a traumatizing event for Daisy. He was the one for her. She had known it two weeks after meeting him. He was funny, loving and hardworking- a quality that matched her levels of ambition. John was turning 30, and she was determined to […]

06/09/2024

She Had A One-Night Stand During Her Marriage And It Comes Back To Haunt Her Years Later

The thing about the past is, it does not always stay there. Things have a way of showing their ugly face no matter how much you may want to move on. ‘Honey, are you okay,’ my husband asks me,’ you look like you have seen a ghost.’ ‘Oh… I’m good, ‘I answer back almost in a […]

06/09/2024

Clowning For The Married Man - He Kept Her Hooked By Telling Her He Would Leave His Wife And Embarrassed Her Several Times

Nancy sat at the bar counter having her cocktails. It was happy hour, and her goal was to enjoy four cocktails and then go home. She first smelt his cologne when he stood next to her. She was busy trying to guess what it might be when he spoke to her in a deep voice. […]

06/09/2024

My Best Friend Broke My Trust And Left Me Heartbroken But Then On The Same Day I Bonded With A Differently Abled Handsome Stranger

They bond over the terrible ending their friendships have had. The safety and vulnerability prompts them to explore their newly-formed friendship on their first unplanned date.

06/09/2024

S*xual Aftercare Is Just As Important As Foreplay And S*x - Here Are Some Tips

S*xual aftercare includes practices that show care, such as cuddling or showering together. It was first popularised by the B**M community.

06/09/2024

Relationships: The Problems That Come With Getting Married Young

Getting married before 30 is a dream for many people, women especially. Here are some problems that come with getting married young.

06/09/2024

When Her Husband Threw Her Out To Marry His Mistress, She Thought Her Life Was Over But Things Can Turn Around

Catherine pleaded with her husband as he threw her out of their Runda house. She asked him “What about the children?” Thimbi said, “They are your problem, not mine!” Catherine looked at her husband of 15 years wondering how the love of her life had turned into a monster. What happened to tha...

06/09/2024

September is probably every man’s favourite month now that it’s the official month to take a man out. Yes, you read that right...

06/09/2024

Here Are 9 Simple Ways To Teach Children About Healthy Boundaries And Consent Outside Of S*x

Children need to learn the importance of consent in daily life in order to fully understand its importance even when it comes to s*x

06/09/2024

Fitness: What You Need To Know About Wearable Weights

Wearable weights are becoming increasingly popular when working out. Here's what you need to know to be safe when using them.

06/09/2024

The Lies That Led To Broken Trust After 4 Years Of Friendship

They had a deep bond that seemed unbreakable but when Jeanette decided to play dirty, their friendship took a hit and a bad one.

05/09/2024

My Boss Set Me Up With A Client Who Made My Life Hectic

Faith's work life was going so well until her boss urged her to date a man in order to get a business deal....

05/09/2024

Health: How Different Symptoms Tell You What Is Wrong With Your Body

Symptoms are an effective way for the body to say that something is wrong. It's important to pay attention and know when to see a doctor.

05/09/2024

An Embarrassing Incident In Their House Between Her Boyfriend And Her Friends Made Her Reconsider Her Relationship

Walking naked around the house had been Dan's behavior with the girlfriend always warning him, until this day when unexpected happened.