The AbroadNurse

The AbroadNurse JUST BREATHE! I write about anything that comes to mind. God lover. U.S. Registered Nurse. Nigeria Nurse-Midwife
Mom.

I appreciate all the love, engagement on my savings post and also welcome the new followers from that post If you haven...
12/24/2024

I appreciate all the love, engagement on my savings post and also welcome the new followers from that post
If you haven't, kindly click the FOLLOW Bbutton.

I try to be real and practical as much as I can here.
We need to be one step ahead of our financial situation.

A month ago, someone told me how they had planned to rent one bedroom apartment but suddenly, the deal fell through.

They finally got another apartment that is almost $1000 cheaper per month.

What I told her was the principle I stated in my post.
I told her since she was very ready and deemed herself capable of paying that higher rent, she should pretend that is still her current rent and set up a transfer for the excess to go into another account.
If she succeeds in doing that, by the end of one year she would have saved almost $12k. In two years, that's double that amount which she can then use to pay down payment for a house.

Of course you can always stop or pause and resume if needs become too much.

JUST BREATHE



12/24/2024

My neighbors by now must be wondering the kind of human I am.

All this time, all they have seen is a woman who just comes and goes either to work, to church, taking her kids to their activities, grocery shopping etc and every time serious faced.

Yesterday was bike riding day and I made the most of it.

Can you still stand and ride?🤪

JUST BREATHE



April next year will make it 2years I bought my home after being in this country for 16years at the time.When I bought t...
12/23/2024

April next year will make it 2years I bought my home after being in this country for 16years at the time.

When I bought the house, it needed to be furnished right?
Well, I took store credit from the furniture place as the total was tens of thousands of dollars;
5 bedrooms , 2 living areas, a dining, kitchen and office space needed furnishings.

This month, I made my final payment and that is 6months earlier than agreed.

Do you know my next step?
I will continue to put away that same amount into my savings just like I have been doing for almost 2years. This will help handle other needs that arise.

It has already been set up automatically in my accounts.
I used this method when I bought and finished paying for each of my cars.

That is how I save up for stuff.
When I say abroad creates an enabling environment, this is it. The key is to make sure your stay is legal.

JUST BREATHE.



12/23/2024

Throughout this week, I decided it will be Christmas Pyjama's everywhere I go ( except work and Church).

I thought I will be unique on the streets but others are doing the same🤣🤣🤣.

JUST BREATHE.



If all probiotics tasted like this, I probably won't be eating any solid food.Got to learn about this brand from someon...
12/22/2024

If all probiotics tasted like this, I probably won't be eating any solid food.

Got to learn about this brand from someone last week.

Do your own research before using or consuming anything. Google is your friend.

JUST BREATHE.

When making plans with people that involve spending of money, plan it in such a way that you aren't left stranded if the...
12/21/2024

When making plans with people that involve spending of money, plan it in such a way that you aren't left stranded if there is a fall out.

The year I came into the U.S. there was another sister friend of mine involved in similar process following my footseps.

Her own process was about a year behind. We had planned that we would stay together all things being equal.

Honestly I came here hoping she joins me soonest to help cut cost, especially for accommodation.

Her file had been sent to the U.S consulate, waiting for interview date. One day she called me telling me she had changed her mind, that the Bobo she just got married to and herself decided to make their life in Nigeria.

I tried every form of explanation and advice I could think of, knowing she was about to miss out on a great opportunity but they were set on their decision.

Good thing I rented the one bedroom apartment based on what I could afford without help; $850 monthly ( about 18years ago).

When I was about buying my house 2 years ago, there was talk with someone who planned on also relocating to the same state. The plan was that they will be at the house until whenever they are able to afford their own place.

The person came, stayed only 2 months and said the state isn't meant for her.
Some days ago, they came to get her car finally.

Imagine I was banking on their financial support and got myself into expenses I am not able to take care of alone?

You see that outing? Make sure you have funds for your own food, your return ticket, your Uber trip, just in case.
Life and relationships are very unpredictable.

JUST BREATHE



12/20/2024

Zero accountability on this health journey!

January, we start again.

JUST BREATHE

When you are assessing the man you are about to get married to, pay attention to his relationship with his mother.Any ma...
12/20/2024

When you are assessing the man you are about to get married to, pay attention to his relationship with his mother.

Any man that treats his mother with disdain and disregard is a red flag.
He will treat you worse.

A man that is overly attached to his mother is also concern.

You need to have that right balance.
A man who loves and respects his mother.

You should look out for a man who doesn't joke with his mother but is also mature enough to take decisions independently for the good of all concerned.

A man who can say no to his family when the occasion requires it and your interest as his wife needs to be protected.

JUST BREATHE



No wonder Mbaise man saw this Anambra babe and exclaimed "this is it!"😎JUST BREATHE
12/20/2024

No wonder Mbaise man saw this Anambra babe and exclaimed "this is it!"😎

JUST BREATHE



After I glided down my staircase that day, my 2nd daughter approached me and said " mommy, your dress is ripped ".I told...
12/19/2024

After I glided down my staircase that day, my 2nd daughter approached me and said " mommy, your dress is ripped ".

I told her not to worry, that it's ok.
What dress would not rip after such a fight with gravity?

How does the dress tell its story?

The dress didn't want to be told " you go explain tire, no evidence"

Ripped or not, all na fashion.

JUST BREATHE



12/19/2024

The day I went LIVE to showcase a magazine-worthy snow scene in New York City.



JUST BREATHE...



I was caring for a patient this week and the most scary thing happened.I had bent down to administer medication to him w...
12/19/2024

I was caring for a patient this week and the most scary thing happened.

I had bent down to administer medication to him when he asked " who is that guy?".

Knowing it was just two of us inside the room, I looked up to follow his gaze and saw he was looking above my head behind me.

I turned around and of course there was nobody behind me.
I then asked him what guy he is talking about and he said " the guy behind you, look at him there".

At this point I tried to analyze if he was having a senior moment or if he truly was seeing someone behind me.

It took every ounce of self control for me to finish my work and leave that room like a faith-filled believer.

Till date, I still wonder if he truly saw anything.

What ghost experiences do you have ?

JUST BREATHE



12/19/2024

After this, no more TEMU for a while.

Let's unbox this final haul.

JUST BREATHE



12/19/2024

Another TEMU review.
2nd purchase that I don't even remember when I ordered it.

JUST BREATHE

12/18/2024

Imagine going to the mailbox to get your mail and you end up receiving financial blessings from your FORMER church in a previous state.

This one is really loud!!!

Christmas came very early.

Any gift for the kids is gift for their mum too, especially if it is money 🤣.

JUST BREATHE.



Money is money. There is a spirit around money.You get excited when you find money before you even focus on the value.I...
12/18/2024

Money is money.
There is a spirit around money.
You get excited when you find money before you even focus on the value.

I was sorting stuff out this morning when I saw this note.

I got very excited about it.

What can this buy for you?

JUST BREATHE.

Yesterday, I slept for over 12hrs straight.I went to bed before 3pm and woke up almost 4a.m.I probably got up to use the...
12/18/2024

Yesterday, I slept for over 12hrs straight.
I went to bed before 3pm and woke up almost 4a.m.

I probably got up to use the toilet once.
I did not eat ( wasn't intentional).

My strong support here would have noticed I have been scarce with posts. Una sister no see road.
My body and mind were exhausted.

The sad part is that what I was doing was content worthy but I didn't even have the energy and focus to create content alongside the process.

I was helping plan a 50th birthday house party event for a family member.

I was going from store to store shopping for stuff for them.

I had promised I will support with some cooking and other stuff. I made moi moi, fried rice, stewed chicken and bitter leaf soup.

I love event planning. It's something I would love to do as a side hustle/ hobby.

I still had to work my jobs. I still had to care for my family among other things.

Once I returned from the car dealership yesterday, I just went down on my bedroom floor and SLEPT!

My phone went dead because of no battery charge but daughter of God was oblivious.

I know my daughter and mom checked on me few times to be sure I was ok and also wasn't supposed to be at work.

I AM GRATEFUL THAT I CAN SLEEP EFFORTLESSLY.

Today, the hustle continues.

JUST BREATHE

When you have long craved for something, the price won't matter.Fresh Ugu leaves. JUST BREATHE.
12/18/2024

When you have long craved for something, the price won't matter.

Fresh Ugu leaves.

JUST BREATHE.

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My neighbors by now must be wondering the kind of human I am. All this time, all they have seen is a woman who just comes and goes either to work, to church, taking her kids to their activities, grocery shopping etc and every time serious faced. Yesterday was bike riding day and I made the most of it. Can you still stand and ride?🤪 JUST BREATHE #TheAbroadNurse #christmas2024 #momlife #houston #nurses

Throughout this week, I decided it will be Christmas Pyjama's everywhere I go ( except work and Church). I thought I will be unique on the streets but others are doing the same🤣🤣🤣. JUST BREATHE. #TheAbroadNurse #christmas2024 #HolidayCheer #HolidayMagic

Zero accountability on this health journey! January, we start again. JUST BREATHE #TheAbroadNurse

The day I went LIVE to showcase a magazine-worthy snow scene in New York City. #Repost JUST BREATHE... #TheAbroadNurse #snowday #christmastime #winter #newyorkcity

After this, no more TEMU for a while. Let's unbox this final haul. JUST BREATHE #TheAbroadNurse #temuhaul #nurses #houstontx

Another TEMU review. 2nd purchase that I don't even remember when I ordered it. JUST BREATHE #TheAbroadNurse

Imagine going to the mailbox to get your mail and you end up receiving financial blessings from your FORMER church in a previous state. This one is really loud!!! Christmas came very early. Any gift for the kids is gift for their mum too, especially if it is money 🤣. JUST BREATHE. #TheAbroadNurse #churchfamily #christmas2024 #giftsforkids

My very FIRST TEMU experience. Pass or fail? JUST BREATHE #TheAbroadNurse #christmasdecor #temushopping #houstontx #HolidayShopping

So I decided to walk and save $20. I used highway and apiam way. My doctor said I should do more walking anyway. You won't believe how it ended. What crazy stuff have you done this month? JUST BREATHE #TheAbroadNurse #lifelessons #sacrifices #nigeriansindiaspora

Don't ask me how the soup turned out. I didn't taste it. The pot is empty though. I may cook more of it since the jinx is broken. JUST BREATHE. #TheAbroadNurse #onugbusoup #nigerianfood #nigeriansindiaspora

History has been made. For the first time in over 20years, I get to wash bitter leaf again. I am from Obosi, bitter leaf soup is our signature soup but one I don't really care for. Today I am cooking it for guests in my house. My family is terrified that I will embarrass them with the outcome. We shall see... JUST BREATHE #TheAbroadNurse #nigerianfood #bitterleafsoup #nigeriansindiaspora #nigeriansinuk #nigeriansincanada

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