Nigerian Wifestyle

16/03/2022

On the YouTube channel and podcast, I used to talk about how so much ignorance can exist between African Immigrants and African Americans. Please leave your email address in my inbox if you want to participate in our very first book club. I’ve chosen the book entitled, The Dangers of a Single Story. I left plenty of time for your book delivery and a quick read (it’s not a long book).

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Date: April 24, 2022
Time: 7:30PM
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18/12/2021

Waiting for the new Mr. and Mrs. with my forever groom. 😍🥰

15/07/2020

As people are just moving on with life after shouting Black Lives Matter as if it was just a trend to jump upon, I am still remembering Breonna Taylor. Breonna Taylor was a 26-year-old Southern Black woman who was sleeping in her bed when she was killed in Louisville, Kentucky by police officers. The officers executed a no-knock warrant in search of a suspect who was apparently already incarcerated. [ 44 more words ]
http://nigerianwifestyle.com/2020/07/15/i-am-breonna-taylor-remember-me/

As people are just moving on with life after shouting Black Lives Matter as if it was just a trend to jump upon, I am still remembering Breonna Taylor. Breonna Taylor was a 26-year-old Southern Bla…

04/07/2020

In The Souls of Black Folk, Du Bois describes “double consciousness” as follows: “It is a peculiar sensation, this double-consciousness, this sense of always looking at one’s self through the eyes of others, of measuring one’s soul by the tape of a world that looks on in amused contempt and pity. One ever feels his two-ness, an American, a Negro; two souls, two thoughts, two unreconciled strivings; two warring ideals in one dark body, whose dogged strength alone keeps it from being torn asunder. [ 298 more words ]
http://nigerianwifestyle.com/2020/07/04/black-american-independence/

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03/07/2020

My husband and son (age 16 months) Long time, no see. It's been more than 6 months since I drafted a post for this blog. Yikes! I've been living the quarantine life and thank goodness my family has managed to stay healthy. A few months ago, I had a phone conversation with one lovely woman in my life who I love dearly. [ 128 more words ]
http://nigerianwifestyle.com/2020/07/03/quarantine-family-life/

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16/02/2020

Happy 1st Birthday to the sweetest baby boy on the planet, Ayotunde William Salami aka AyoBaby. May God bless you and keep you. We love you 💜

24/01/2020

Happy Friday from Iwalewa! 💕

13/01/2020

Ayo Baby. Mother + Son - My favorite phrase to hear from Ayo lately is “Thank You.” It’s always a wonderful surprise to hear new words. He is Daddy’s twin. He even tried to give himself a tribal mark. 😂

09/01/2020

On my new YouTube video, I finally tell the story of my wedding reception dress scam in Nigeria 🤦🏽‍♀️ Link in Bio.

05/01/2020

Iwalewa. She was mad at me until I told her to pose for a picture 🤣 Happy First Sunday of 2020.

05/01/2020

What it took to get this hair washed today... 😩

03/01/2020

Throwback to Christmas Day Photo Struggle. My son was not having it but my Mothers looked like 100% African Queens. 🇳🇬

02/01/2020

How appropriate was our bedtime story tonight! I’m such a shady mama at times 🤣

01/01/2020

Happy New Year, Friends! I spent my NYE at home with the kids.

20/12/2019

Hi Friends! You are cordially invited to my first Q&A video this Sunday on my YouTube channel. As I reflect on my return to YouTube this year, I want to give you an opportunity to ask the burning questions you’ve always wanted to know about my Nigerian Wifestyle.

Feel free to drop your questions below and tune in on Sunday to see if your question made it to the video. If you’re super shy, you can always send a question via email [email protected]

I’m soooo excited to finally do this! Ask away!

Traci

14/11/2019

I’m reading a widely popular book about prayers right now and the author suggests something that is easier said than done: shut up and pray. I have a problem running my mouth. After all, I am an attorney. I find it difficult to be silent when the words being thrown at me hardly unpacks the truth as I see it. The author suggests that we ask God to change us. Change me, God.
http://nigerianwifestyle.com/2019/11/13/shut-up-and-pray/

I’m reading a widely popular book about prayers right now and the author suggests something that is easier said than done: shut up and pray. I have a problem running my mouth. After all, I am an at…

11/11/2019

A few weeks ago I posted a reminder to family/friends that it was not too late to do the thing you said you would do many months ago. And so if you were looking for a message or a sign that you still have time. Use this blog post. My sista. My brother. You still have time to do what you said you wanted to do in 2019. Write it down. Set measurable goals. Use the next 7 weeks to move forward. You still have time!
http://nigerianwifestyle.com/2019/11/11/unwritten/

A few weeks ago I posted a reminder to family/friends that it was not too late to do the thing you said you would do many months ago. And so if you were looking for a message or a sign that you sti…

10/10/2019

Everyday Makeup Routine
http://nigerianwifestyle.com/2019/10/10/everyday-makeup-routine/

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08/10/2019

Nigerian Romance Scams
http://nigerianwifestyle.com/2019/10/08/nigerian-romance-scams/

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03/10/2019

Married to Nigeria
http://nigerianwifestyle.com/2019/10/03/married-to-nigeria/

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01/10/2019

5 Minute Makeup
http://nigerianwifestyle.com/2019/10/01/5-minute-makeup/

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30/09/2019

Distracted by future concerns robs you of today. Isn't it a glorious Monday? I mean, I woke up in my right mind with a job. The air was crisp and feeling so much like fall. I have my family. I had two cups of coffee. I am healthy. I am learning how to receive life and be more present. Like these photos of my life -- imperfect but worth capturing for me. If it is the Lord’s will, I will live to see another day with my children.
http://nigerianwifestyle.com/2019/09/30/not-worried/

Do not worry

27/09/2019

I love my job. I am enjoying my career. This week I was asked to consider a case for representation where I literally wanted to drop everything and run to court to file a lawsuit. I actually almost did exactly that... Sometimes, I am reminded of my WHY. So here they are: Because I love rooting for the under dog… [ 179 more words ]
http://nigerianwifestyle.com/2019/09/27/to-who-much-is-given/

I was born for this…

26/09/2019

African Baby Names
http://nigerianwifestyle.com/2019/09/26/african-baby-names/

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25/09/2019

One of the most difficult things about being a new wife in a culture that is not your own is the eternal struggle of trying to figure out how to feed my husband without breaking the bank. There are a great number of Nigerian/African restaurants in and around the New York City area. However, it is not wise or even healthy to eat outside of the home frequently. [ 372 more words ]
http://nigerianwifestyle.com/2019/09/25/nigerian-jollof-rice/

Nigerian Jollof Rice is a sacred dish.

25/09/2019

Hi Friends! I was in the kitchen with my mother-in-law recently and she coached me while I made Nigerian Jollof Rice! And yep, I recorded it and posted on YouTube ------> https://youtu.be/Pot-6lVdqXc

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24/09/2019

Nigerian Style House Party
http://nigerianwifestyle.com/2019/09/24/nigerian-style-house-party/

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23/09/2019

Finally. We made it to church yesterday for the first time in weeks — as a whole family. I know this isn’t exactly groundbreaking news, but work with me people. My husband claimed it on Friday night. My daughter was happy to get out of the house. My son slept very well through the service. And I actually got a chance to hear the word - LIVE. And we didn’t miss praise and worship. I’m grateful.
http://nigerianwifestyle.com/2019/09/23/we-made-it/

We made it out on a Sunday!

20/09/2019

I’m so ready. Judge me now ☺️❤️ 🇬🇧
http://nigerianwifestyle.com/2019/09/20/downton-abbey-movie/

I’ve missed the Crawley family.

19/09/2019

Lawyer Mom Life
http://nigerianwifestyle.com/2019/09/19/lawyer-mom-life/

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18/09/2019

I was listening to Bishop TD Jakes during my commute on Monday morning when he was preaching about Generations. He basically explained that sometimes our adversity is not just about us. It’s about how God is preparing for the generations to come. Can I be a bit selfish for a minute? A little human for a bit? Everyone is talking about the generations to come — the politicians, Beyoncé and Jay-Z, even the church! [ 158 more words ]
http://nigerianwifestyle.com/2019/09/18/generations/

I was listening to Bishop TD Jakes during my commute on Monday morning when he was preaching about Generations. He basically explained that sometimes our adversity is not just about us. It’s about …

17/09/2019

How to Sleep with a Broken Heart
http://nigerianwifestyle.com/2019/09/17/how-to-sleep-with-a-broken-heart/

You got this!

16/09/2019

This featured photograph is in the top 5 of my favorite wedding photos. I always wanted to “Jump the Broom” when I got married. But I never knew the one God kept for me would be African. Why would an African man want to Jump the Broom? Wedding Planning causes so many unnecessary disputes for newly engaged couples. So when it came to the Broom subject, I just had to prepare for a showdown like any lawyer would, right? [ 403 more words ]
http://nigerianwifestyle.com/2019/09/16/jumping-the-broom/

Jumping the broom was not a custom of slavery, but is a part of African culture that survived American slavery.

13/09/2019

I thank God for my sister friends. The ones that hold the phone. The ones that understand. The ones who can finish the sentence and hold your hand. The ones who can relate. The sister who knows you and truly knew you before you knew yourself. Thank God for them. Girl yes. Uh huh. Exactly. And you know it. Mmmm hm. [ 94 more words ]
http://nigerianwifestyle.com/2019/09/13/sister-friends/

Thank you Sister girl friend homie.

12/09/2019

Nigerian Baby Names: Iwalewa
http://nigerianwifestyle.com/2019/09/12/nigerian-baby-names-iwalewa/

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11/09/2019

The Bible says: ”Train up a child in the way they should go, an even when they are old they will not turn from it.” Proverbs 22:6 I’ve been active in the church my entire life until recently. There is nothing really wrong. I am just flat out tired. Plus, my daughter’s terrible 2s will make me miss the entire sermon. [ 127 more words ]
http://nigerianwifestyle.com/2019/09/11/train-up-a-child/

It’s not fair for me to keep God to myself.

10/09/2019

Black American Marrying Nigerian
http://nigerianwifestyle.com/2019/09/10/black-american-marrying-nigerian/

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09/09/2019

I was being nosy on Social Media the other day... like so many other days. And I began to wonder whatever happened to a particular friend who used to post so frequently about their life, family, and so much more. After looking at a series of posts I began to understand that this family was either experiencing a crisis in the marriage or it was indeed the end. [ 224 more words ]
http://nigerianwifestyle.com/2019/09/09/scattered-marriages/

Marriage without God is just plain foolish.

08/09/2019

Nigerian American Family Life
http://nigerianwifestyle.com/2019/09/08/nigerian-american-family-life/

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05/09/2019

Drafting a Motion to Yemi Alade’s new album. 🇳🇬