Lara is an exemplary example of the consummate entrepreneur. As the MD of Ashers she has consistently remained relevant in the world or retail fashion. Let’s read more about this amazing mum! Please tell us a bit about your educational background and growing up years? I went to Maryland convent private school Lagos for my primary school, Federal government girl’s college Sagamu for secondary school, thereafter, studied Law at the Ahmadu Bello University Zaria. Finally obtained a BL from the Nigerian Law School Bwari in year 2000. I’m the third of five kids but the first girl. Two older brothers and […]
A few weeks ago I was invited to speak at the Basilica of Grace, Gudu on the topic above. I am so proud of how the Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) has decided to address this issue from the pulpit. No child (or even adult) should be subjected to any form of abuse, molestation or rape. Here are some excerpts from my talk. A person’s childhood is meant to be a beautiful part of life where an individual enjoys being nurtured and looked after by the adults in his or her life, however sadly many children are suffering due to […]
Hello everyone! How are you? We have truly been in peculiar times but we are grateful to God for being with us through it all. I have been trying to keep myself busy with pending projects and I am glad to announce that my book ” Wisdom from Women: Learning from women of the past” is now available for pre-order. This book is the first in a series and it’s inspired by wonderful women who have long transited but who still inspire. Women like Mary Slessor, C.J Walker and our very own Funmilayo Kuti. What makes my book unique is […]
Today my family and I read from the book of Ezekiel and were reminded about how the Lord can restore, revive and resurrect even the most dire situation. Once we were done with our prayers I went to the kitchen to finish the croissants I started making yesterday morning…yes yesterday . When I was looking for a recipe @sallysbakeblog described making croissants as a labour of love and now I know why! I adapted her recipe a bit and my croissants turned out reasonably well! I put some cinnamon butter in a couple but the children preferred them plain. Next […]
Kristin Buchtel and her husband live in Denver, Colorado . She is a mother of 4 adult children, and a grandma! She has a masters degree in elementary education. Her parenting career has included many colorful years including being a teacher and parenting note taker. Her parental note taking began on a road trip when her kids were young, as she shared her worries over the approaching teen years with her husband and issues such as dating, driving etc. That was how their parenting plan or road-map was birthed. Here she talks about the concept of a parenting plan and why […]
Wunmi is an experienced finance specialist with outstanding academic and professional achievements. She is a mom of two boys. Currently, she works in the Financial Services Industry. Spurred by the desire to inspire young professionals, she started an online community of millennial employees where she shares relevant information aimed at building, empowering, inspiring, supporting and promoting employees to thrive in their careers. She writes from Abuja. At the beginning of the lockdown, I, as a mum of two toddler boys, was excited to keep my children at home and experience home-schooling. The lockdown has lasted longer than anyone had […]
Today the amazing Emem Molokwu, who is one of the leading stylists in the FCT is sharing her motherhood story ! Sit back and enjoy as we get up close and personal with this beautiful mother of three. Emem we know you have three beautiful children, how old are they? I have three children. My two daughter’s are 10 and 1 while my son is 7 . Of all your experiences what prepared you the most for being a mother? I would love to say a situation beyond my control. I had my first child almost 2 years before […]
