Why You Should Create Bonds with Siblings
Growing up with a brother or sister can have an impact on our mental and physical health , infact it can shape who we become later in life. … More Why You Should Create Bonds with Siblings
Growing up with a brother or sister can have an impact on our mental and physical health , infact it can shape who we become later in life. … More Why You Should Create Bonds with Siblings
1. Typical Teenagers’ Struggles:
Typical struggles that teenagers go through was evidenced in this novel. Kiitan at the beginning of the novel was caught masturbating and watching pornography. Enitan got into sexual practices,c alcoholism, and was wrongly influenced.
2. Resentment:
This was evident in the relationship that existed between the two brothers. This resentment was there from when they were teenagers, up until they grew up and went to the university. And we see how much damage that caused them.
3. Influence:
The theme of Influence was also very prominent in the novel. Good and bad Influence! Jumoke And Lanre had a bad influence on Enitan. Mary and the other classmates had a good influence on each other, as they studied for their WAEC together. Aunty Rose had a good influence on Enitan’s family, etc.
4. Salvation; The Love of God:
Oh, the overwhelming love of God!
The love of God is so deep, it chased Enitan, Kiitan And their father down, till it caught up with them, and changed their lives forever. God’s love as displayed in this novel showed that there is no one that cannot be saved. No one is too far gone. … More A Review on the Novel- Crossfire by OmoobaJesu Adetunji
It is midnight and I have been reflecting on this year’s Father’s Day. I got home yesterday morning, and wished my dad a Happy Father’s Day. I really appreciate him and I love him so much, albeit, I once thought he was too hard on I and my siblings. {Read: My Parents Push Me Too … More Fathers’ Day Reflection: How To Improve Your Relationship With Your Dad
If you are the first born, and you are in your teenagehood, you should try as much as possible to avoid any of your parents talking bad about the other person before you. You should also learn to shut your siblings up when they talk about the shortcomings of your parents. … More How Teenagers Can Cope With Divorced Parents
Our role as parents is to provide feedback to our children which is conducive to the building of their character. When we criticize, yell, berate or become passive-aggressive, they cannot grow. … More Things Children Need From their Parents- 2
At some point in life, everyone loses someone they love. This is one of the most difficult life events imaginable. You need to be able to cope in a way that’s healthy, even if it’s painful. In the direct aftermath, allow yourself to work through your emotions. … More Ways to Cope When a Loved One Dies
Except you are trying to freeze time, put that device down. Do not forget to talk about how much you have missed everyone. Remember the hug you wish you could give your mum when you last talked with her over the phone, go ahead and give her a warm hug. Be there, in those rare moments, be there. … More Making the Most of Family Occasions
I know how tiring and annoying this can be, especially with siblings who always want the things your parents have asked you not to take or use. On the other hand, babysitting or caring for your siblings can be a sense of responsibility for you, thereby preparing you for leadership positions in camp meetings, hostels or maybe higher institution. … More How To Handle Your Siblings When Your Parents Are Not at Home
Yesterday was Father’s Day celebration, and I realized what it means to honour a father; what it means to make your father proud. I have once written about my dad, I mentioned that he was not the man I thought he was. He wanted the best for me and did his best to make me … More Honour Your Father