I'm actually tired.
This week, I felt more and more homesick. I want to hug my mummy so bad and listen to my daddy tell me how his day went. I want to annoy my sister and tell my brother how his clothes don't match and how I'm still his elder sister, no matter how tall he gets. Thank God for virtual calls though.
I miss the Nigerian food. My body, in the past one month contains 35% pasta dishes, 30% apples and apple drink, 14% cereal and yoghurt, 15.1% potato dishes, 5% bread and 0.9% rice dishes. I miss the variety of Nigerian food. Thankfully, I've been able to mix things up to have something edible to eat. A win is a win, and I'm a great cook😌.
I miss my friends 😂. I'm laughing because most of my friends are people I hardly see but talk to online. But I still miss them. Suddenly, it seems like everyone is busy. Again, social media makes it easier.
I miss warmth. The weather here is so terrible. It's cold! People in Nigeria are complaining of heat though, and I have a heater in my room. It's all an experience.
I could go on and on with the list of things I feel sad about. Nigeria's situation, my spending habits, school work, creating content… The list is endless. Probably, for you, it might be the heat. It might be naira issues(it's so bad, agod have mercy on Nigeria 🥺🙏). It might be friendships, making new friends and maintaining the ones you have. It might even be your single status.
The other side of the coin is the fact that there's always a but to it. In spite of everything, there's a reason to be grateful. People have worse situations. It's so easy to see how bad things are, but you just know you'll survive it. Why? God dey!
One of my favourite lines in a Prinx Emmanuel's song is “If God be for me, who goes that man?!” Actually though, I've not seen any situation that's so bad that I won't have a reason to be grateful for. Nobody can stop me from rejoicing. Rejoice people! Or you can choose to be angry sha. We'll see who will eventually end up frustrated. Rejoice, and look forward to the next shege.
Always be happy because you belong to the Lord. I will say that again, ‘Be happy!’
Philippians 4:4 EASY
But seriously you guys, I need to become an influencer to support this lifestyle I've currently chosen 😭. I breathe and a few dollars have gone. Who did I offend? Any ideas on how to become an influencer quickly?! Reply this mail and help me so I can do giveaway for you when I blow. I'll even acknowledge you and say you helped me in my days of little beginning. Thank you, my loves.
The next newsletter will be about the culture shocks I've faced in this country, because I need to share them before they become normal to me. Or maybe it'll be the one after the next one. I have something special for you guys in the weekend preceding Valentine's Day.
Till then,
The Rejoicing Golden girl 💕.
Awww🥺🥺I can imagine 😭it will all be worth it soon🙏God will sure take care of you and you'll be used to everything soon enough,Nigeria receives mercy oo causeee💔how to become an influencer 😂 I know few influencers that moved to Canada 2/3 years ago,some of them have mentorship classes,I feel you should try them out, Tolulope solutions, Folashade I think🤔and a lot more
Pele dear
Sending you love and light❤️❤️
My dear😭🥹🥹 your post fills me with so much nostalgia. The first few months or weeks might be filled with expenses because you’re still adapting but it can be minimized with a budget. Also, reward yourself when you spend well.
But yeah, I miss you. I’m here to talk. Call me. Feel all the fellings and find someone to talk too about them. I’m glad you have this outlet to write