by Teakisi | Jan 25, 2014 | Lifestyle
As I write this, I imagine myself making a confession. After all what is the best way to introduce myself? My name is Divine, and I am a Burundian who is too optimistic for my own good. I am excited to be joining this amazing list of women who are contributing daily...
by Teakisi | Jan 20, 2014 | Empowerment, Lifestyle
By Nellie Umutesi-Vigneron About two years ago, I was all of a sudden single after a 10-plus-year relationship and had to learn to be with and by myself. Weekends used to be the most difficult for me, especially when my son was away at his father’s for the weekend. ...
by Teakisi | Nov 26, 2013 | Health, Lifestyle
Many of us have become strong believers in fitness and health, eating right, making sure we have a balanced diet and trying to stay active to keep our bodies trim. But in the process of ensuring the physical is in good condition, we may completely forget that our...
by Teakisi | Nov 1, 2013 | Lifestyle
I had seen jeans around, other kids wore them but for some reason I didn’t own a pair, guess I was still content with my red shorts or maybe I just wasn’t bothered. I was 9 or 10 when I got my first pair of jeans from my big sister. I fell in love with...
by Teakisi | Oct 30, 2013 | Education, Empowerment, Lifestyle
The “F” word is really a no-no on some circles these days. Indeed, if you admit to being a feminist in public, chances are you will be laughed at or worse you will receive the harass look. Inversely, if someone accused you of being a feminist, you have gravely been...
by Teakisi | Oct 25, 2013 | Empowerment, Lifestyle
A person who is broken, battered, bitter, and down to their very last ounce of hope is a very dangerous person. Especially when they decide to take on the journey of destiny. At this point in time, they have lost everything, they don’t fear losing more, thus...
