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Skincare: 8 Tips For Beautiful Glowing Skin
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Skincare: 8 Tips For Beautiful Glowing Skin

Getting glowing skin isn’t always a walk in the park for some people. While it comes naturally to some people, others have to work extra hard for that dewy, vibrant look. However, the results are worth every sacrifice. Here are some of the…

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After 2 Years Of Raising My Daughter, I Found Out I Wasn’t Her Father
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After 2 Years Of Raising My Daughter, I Found Out I Wasn’t Her Father

Kristen came into my life during one of my lowest moments. That’s my daughter’s name; the one I just found out isn’t really mine. Her mother and I had been in a relationship for two years when things started going wrong. She lost her job…

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Uses Of Sour Milk Or Milk Past Its Sell-By Date
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Uses Of Sour Milk Or Milk Past Its Sell-By Date

Milk is unusually nutritious and also an unusually perishable food which is why we’ve all at one point or another found ourselves with clumpy milk a few days past its sell-by date. Don’t cry over your soured milk, your cuddled milk is not…

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Relationships: Women And The Degrading Nature Of Sex With Men
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Relationships: Women And The Degrading Nature Of Sex With Men

For man did not come from woman, but woman from man. Neither was man created for woman, but woman for man. For Adam was formed first, and then Eve. 1st Corinthians 11:8, 9 & 1st Timothy 2:13 Let’s talk about sex. Don’t get excited. There’s…

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Home, Health And Beauty Uses Of Petroleum Jelly
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Home, Health And Beauty Uses Of Petroleum Jelly

Petroleum jelly is an affordable, multipurpose product with a wide variety of uses from beauty to health and general DIY fixings around the home. Beauty Moisturize your face, lips, hands, feet Petroleum jelly is an effective moisturizer…

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Brain Food: 8 Foods That Promote Mental Health
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Brain Food: 8 Foods That Promote Mental Health

Mental health plays a huge role in our general well-being. Our brain is the control centre of our entire body. It’s very important to ensure that its functionality is in tip-top condition. A good diet contributes to and promotes good…

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I Found Out He’s Taking His Side Chick On Our Dream Holiday
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I Found Out He’s Taking His Side Chick On Our Dream Holiday

What’s wrong with stalking your ex on Instagram? I’ll tell you what’s wrong. First of all, you find out he’s still entertaining the girl he cheated on you with. It’s as if his fingers will fall off if he goes a day without telling his…

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8 Tips To Create An Instagram Account Worth Following
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8 Tips To Create An Instagram Account Worth Following

You might be late to join Instagram but better late than sorry, right? According to this Forbes article, Instagram is the top social platform for engagement with up to 500 million active users. In other words, Instagram is synonymous with…

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Home Improvement: 10 Ways To Baby Proof Your Home
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Home Improvement: 10 Ways To Baby Proof Your Home

It’s important to baby-proof your home as this reduces the risk of injuries to your child. Having a child means creating a safe, worry-free environment for them. Common injuries that children may incur around the home include falling,…

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My Sister’s Keeper: 7 Girl Code Rules To Live By
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My Sister’s Keeper: 7 Girl Code Rules To Live By

Close female friendships are built on certain principles or better known as girl codes. Gone are the days when women were labelled “their own worst enemies”. You and your clique should toast to that. However, there is still a number who…

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Lifestyle: 7 Easy Martini Cocktail Recipes You Can Try At Home
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Lifestyle: 7 Easy Martini Cocktail Recipes You Can Try At Home

Martini is one of the few classic cocktails that has transcended time. Its popularity stems from the fact that it was the go-to cocktail for many old Hollywood stars. It’s also a simple, neat drink. Over the years, its recipes have evolved…

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Health & Fitness: 7 Tips For Working Out During The Cold Weather
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Health & Fitness: 7 Tips For Working Out During The Cold Weather

The weather greatly influences our mood as well as daily activities including workout routines. It’s difficult to do outdoor workouts in the cold weather. However, this shouldn’t be an excuse to be a homebody. Working out during the cold…

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Lifestyle: 10 Must Haves When You Move Out From Home
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Lifestyle: 10 Must Haves When You Move Out From Home

It gets to a point in everybody’s life where they have to move out of home. Though this move is an exciting experience, it can also be expensive and hectic without a plan. This can also slow down the moving process. Therefore, to have a…

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Beauty Hacks That Save You Time In The Morning
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Beauty Hacks That Save You Time In The Morning

It takes time to look presentable whether you’re a man or a woman. However, time is a luxury that most people cannot afford. Maybe you’re just not an early riser. You’ve hit the snooze button way too much that you’ve lost a good 20…

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5 Group Activities That Are Perfect For You And Your Friends
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5 Group Activities That Are Perfect For You And Your Friends

I bet you’re loving the hot weather as much as I am. Finally, we have some sun and we can get nice and tan. I can also imagine the number of people who suddenly want to “hang out”. Our friend group chats on WhatsApp are filled with…

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The Man Who Married His Childhood Crush
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The Man Who Married His Childhood Crush

Sammy, a friend of mine from Primary school, called me last week to invite me to his wedding. He wanted us to meet so he could personally hand me the invitation card and we could catch up over a happy hour. Immediately after finishing our…

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Social Etiquette: Do’s And Don’ts Of Sharing A Bathroom
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Social Etiquette: Do’s And Don’ts Of Sharing A Bathroom

It’s inevitable to share a bathroom whether it’s at work, at home or visiting places. Yet, a bathroom is like a sanctuary. It’s where we clean ourselves and it demands a high standard of cleanliness. So, next time you find yourself sharing…

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Is It Okay For A Woman To Want A Child-Free Life?
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Is It Okay For A Woman To Want A Child-Free Life?

The simple answer is yes. You’d think in the 21st Century and with the rise of feminism this wouldn’t be an issue. Yet, it is. The other day I noticed the uproar when Karen Lucas, popularly known as Kaz, stated on her social media page…

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5 Ideas To Surprise Your Partner When You’re In A Relationship Slump
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5 Ideas To Surprise Your Partner When You’re In A Relationship Slump

Relationships are all sweet and mellow for the first few months then you start noticing things that make you annoyed like how they chew or the strange way they pronounce some words. It’s normal to get bored when you’ve been in a…

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Work: 7 Signs That Your Career Has Stalled And What To Do About It
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Work: 7 Signs That Your Career Has Stalled And What To Do About It

Do you remember the feeling when you landed your first entry-level job? The happiness, confusion, panic, and disbelief? Your internship ended, then came the probation period then came the full absorption by the corporation. Do you remember…

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5 Things To Consider When Partying Responsibly
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5 Things To Consider When Partying Responsibly

Partying is fun for people of all ages. It is a chance to let off some steam, hang out with others in an informal setting and warm our bones with a dance or two. Whether you’ve been invited to a friend’s graduation party or checking out…

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The Joy Of Missing Out (JOMO) – Why It’s Good For You
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The Joy Of Missing Out (JOMO) – Why It’s Good For You

Do you ever find yourself at an event and wonder how you got there? Maybe you were scrolling through your social media feeds and got enticed by the pictures and videos of people having fun, but now that you’re there you realize that you…

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