Kenyan lifestyle publication covering relationships, culture, wellness, travel, careers, business and personal development.
Bianca and Bob had the most wonderful love story. Theirs was a story that proved the theory that love is blind. The universe brought them together from opposite ends of the earth, and together they created something beautiful. Everyone who…
My relationship with Bobby was special, especially during our years on campus. We went through the longest honeymoon phase which had me convinced he was my soulmate. After graduation, he got a scholarship to study in India and to solidify…
The series of questions that Brad had asked me seemed very weird. The tone of these questions was off. Though he liked asking questions when he wanted to know where I was as a form of concern as a boyfriend, this time round something was…
When my relationship with my baby daddy ended, I thought that was the end of my love life. Everyone told me that I wouldn’t be able to get a long-term partner because no man wanted to date a single mother. I believed them so I gave up on…
I was deep in sleep when I heard someone touching my doorknob. It was around 4 pm, so I assumed that it was too early for thieves to try breaking in. But now, I think robbers can steal happiness and peace because that’s exactly what Grace…
Every self-help expert or motivational speaker espouses the virtue of failure. There are countless quotes, like how failure is a stepping stone to success or one of Winston Churchill’s more famous lines, courage is going from failure to…
You were nineteen when it first happened. The quiet in the room after you showed him the test and he held you clumsily and asked, “What should we do?” It surprised you, how calm, collected and put together he was that night. He kissed your…
A poor diet can make you feel bloated, sluggish, or lethargic. Not only can it affect your physical health, but your mental health as well. A recent study published by the St Louis School of Medicine in Washington, USA, found that a diet…
An unwanted pregnancy can be an overwhelming experience. Also, having a baby with your health at stake is challenging. People have abortions for many reasons, from a lack of financing, wanting to remain child-free, health reasons, or…
Men’s Rights Activists are groups of men who believe they uphold the rights and dignities of the “boy child,” or forgotten man. While societal issues specifically target and disenfranchise men, Men’s Rights Activists often wrongfully—and…
It is tempting to keep bread that has a few mould spots and just tear them away and then eat it. After all, it’s ok to do it with cheese. But food safety experts say it’s not safe to eat any part of mouldy bread. Because it’s a soft food,…
I usually don’t drink because I can be a handful when I’m drunk. Before quitting, I had quite the wild party life which left me with an irreparable reputation. It started all the way back in university but the drama got worse as I got…
Mercy had a life that many envied. She was a successful accountant who was quickly climbing the corporate ladder. She was somewhat of a celebrity, not only in her office but also in her profession. Her boss would always pick her to attend…
There are only so many secrets you expect your partner to keep, a few traits that could go unnoticed in two years. But nothing prepares you for when the secrets come to light, and you have to wonder if the person in question, is the same…
Michelle called late in the afternoon to invite me to Nakuru for this fun, spontaneous enjoyment that would fill my pockets at the end of the weekend. We had done this before, so, I was pretty pumped when she mentioned that I will be paid…
Sam was this dashing man who looked good in almost everything he wore, even in his work uniform. We met in school, he was on the security detail at the school where l I taught French. Police officers are rarely my type, but something about…
I was feeling nauseated when we got back from the party that evening, and I assumed it was the liquor. We were out celebrating his new job, so we had too much to drink. I threw up almost an hour later, and I felt whole again. Tom had…
Sabina is the seventh lady we have hired since the birth of our firstborn, Lawal. She started work two months before she turned eighteen, and it rattled me a little bit. Recently admitted to the bar, upholding the constitution has suddenly…
Today on Pearls And Heels we catch up with Abigail Nyaguthii Maina. Abigail Nyaguthii Maina is a creative person who does many things. She describes herself this way. “I am the last born in a family of 5 and an aunt to 12 nieces and…
The silence between Mark and Maya was loud, especially with the scandal the two lovebirds had at hand. Maya had been grilling Mark for some time now, with Mark keeping his cool and holding his ground. Cheating and telling the truth do not…
Dating can be challenging under any circumstances, but when someone has been cheated on in a previous relationship, it can bring a unique set of difficulties to the table. Being cheated on can have a significant impact on a person’s…
When you need to get in shape, starting a diet is a big lifestyle change that many people attempt. However, it’s easy to get caught up in diet culture habits like calorie-counting or constantly scrutinising your body. Even after you’re…
It took Lilly two hours to send that message. She had battled with the decision because she knew how Zach would react. He always acted defensive any time she brought up the topic. Nonetheless, she needed to speak up because she loved him.…
Ever since I started dating at 18, I had never had a fulfilling relationship. Every guy I would date possessed one quality that I liked and one serious issue. Now before you think I’m a perfectionist, most of the flaws they possessed were…
