Loving our mothers even when we don’t like them
“I love my mother. But then I could say I dislike my mother.
Women’s Chronicles
The role of grandparents
“Sometimes I can’t believe they so young but you know they really try to be the best parents.
After romance exits it’s wrong to deny familial love
“I am so angry at him and of course I am hurt because he cheated and now we are no longer together.
Living with the pain of a mother’s neglect
“I was molested when I was 12 years old and you know what was the worst part of it?
Make your health a priority, sisters
“I am so relieved! Yes, my pap smear result is negative.
Addressing children’s mental health
“Sometimes I don’t know how to deal with it to be honest.
Sisters, don’t delay getting preventive examinations
“It has been months. I have been thinking about going and do the test and for some reason I just not making the time to go.
Changing the narrative
World Suicide Prevention Day is observed annually on September 10. The day is organised by the International Association for Suicide Prevention, endorsed by the World Health Organization and represents a global commitment to focus attention on suicide prevention.
The new school year begins
“I am so happy that school opening because one more day with these children and I don’t know how I would make it out.
Living with the pain of a mother’s neglect
“I was molested when I was 12 years old and you know what was the worst part of it?
Make time for those important female connections
“It is sad that we have to make an appointment for us to speak!”
People who should never have children
“I does hear people say that some people shouldn’t have children and I would say to myself that is not a kind thing to say.
‘Marry in haste, repent at leisure’
On June 9th this column published a mother’s lament over her son having gotten married in haste and the numerous issues he and his wife were having.
Being there for our children
“I want what is best for my children and sometimes I question what is the best.
Escape and recovery: Starting over after an abusive marriage
(First printed on March 7th 2021) “I am just trying to put my life back together and move on.
Valuing our friendships
(Reprinted from September 10th 2023) Most women value true friendship. I have heard some of us say that we don’t need friends as we have our families.
Taking life in your stride
“People would say to me like you don’t have stress because you always so happy or that you don’t allow anything to bother you.
Happy Father’s Day
Today is Father’s Day and I want to tell fathers that they are very special.
‘Marry in haste, repent at leisure’
“As a mother I am hurting for my child and all I can do is pray that everything works.
Journeys to success
Recently I have seen quite a few sisters speak of their journeys to success; whether in education, business or just escaping an abusive relationship.
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