Kenyan lifestyle publication covering relationships, culture, wellness, travel, careers, business and personal development.
I never thought I’d be the person writing about toxic friendships. For years, I believed that loyalty meant sticking around no matter what. I excused subtle jabs, emotional neglect, and moments that dimmed my light. But all that changed…
We’ve all heard stories about sexual assault. But what happens when the story involves people you know and love, on both sides? What do you do when someone you trust has violated someone else you care about deeply? A Reddit post captured…
Today on Pearls And Heels, we interview Josephine Osumo, who has had many amazing career opportunities and will tell us how she did all this. Josephine Osumo, who also goes by the name Jos or JO in the Toastmasters community, studied Radio…
There’s something uniquely painful about realising you’ve been taken advantage of by someone you love. It cuts deeper than any stranger’s betrayal ever could. We’ve all been there, that moment when you realise your generosity has slowly…
“I need to tell my grandmother she’s not invited to my wedding, and I don’t want her money either. How the hell do I do that?” It’s a question that stops you in your tracks. Not because it’s shocking, anyone who’s planned a wedding knows…
The last time Ian went to the hospital, they told him to reduce stress. His doctor also suggested a psychiatrist he could visit if he wanted to get mental health treatment. Unfortunately, the psychiatrist was out of his price range. He…
Living outside the city has its perks: fresh air, fewer crowds, and a more relaxed pace. But for Michael and Joan, raising their family on a small farm came with a unique challenge: accessing reliable healthcare. The nearest hospital was a…
As I pushed open the door to Bar Next Door on Kiambu Road last Sunday, the unmistakable aroma of smoking meat embraced me like an old friend. The air buzzed with laughter and conversation as dozens of Nairobians shed their weekday worries…
Richard had just landed at the airport. He’d just returned from his first international trip. He’d been working at his workplace for a few months, and they had organised the trip to their headquarters for further training. He landed just…
Morris was wailing like a madman. He paced up and down his parents’ living room. His mother and sister rushed in after his first scream. “What’s the problem? You’re going to awaken your children,” said his sister. Morris’s three children…
His name was Dhaidan. I saw him twice every two weeks in the first few months that I worked at a business next to an eatery he frequented. The eatery was popular among many truck drivers. I counted the minutes to home time as soon as I…
Everybody was at the chapel except the bride. The groom, his groomsmen, the bridesmaids, and some of their vendors had been waiting for Shiru for an hour. Some of them were visibly angry, but Bennet, the groom, looked worried. His mood and…
Many women hope the man they are with checks the financially stable box. However, as people continually discuss relationships, more women are advising their fellows that being rich doesn’t mean being generous. The Swahili have a proverb,…
Isn’t it annoying how the heart and the mind often want different things? Like, “Hey, I’m just a girl with intense feelings and major thoughts, but I didn’t sign up to be a battlefield. I just wanted love.” It’s even worse when nobody can…
Laura had just argued with Bill for the umpteenth time when a message from a familiar number popped up on her phone. At this point, she didn’t even know why they were arguing. Everything about Bill got her in a bad mood. His snoring, his…
Hot tears fell on my cheeks. I could see my hands trembling as I picked up my phone. My body felt alien. An intense wave of emotion engulfed me. I tried opening my mouth, but I couldn’t speak. I could hear a voice inside my head nudging me…
It was Easter break, and Sandra was looking forward to going home. She hadn’t spent time with her two elder brothers and her parents in weeks. Sandra, being her typical self, would be going home with a friend. She was a social butterfly…
The first time you fall in love, it feels like a storm, it whirls you around, wind billowing through the sails, carrying you off to lands far away, you never want to leave. It’s dramatic and intense. The second time you fall in love, it’s…
That moment when your partner casually mentions they still text their ex every week. Or maybe you’re the one trying to explain why keeping that coffee date with your former flame is innocent. Either way, we’ve all felt that twist in our…
When discussions about real lovers pop up on social media, the consensus is that one is either a real lover or not. I think humans are complex, and it’s not always a ‘this or that’ situation. Dating Ron made me realise love can exist…
Dive into the Arsenal vs Spurs rivalry as we explore the top storylines, key players, and what’s at stake in the North London Derby. Who’ll claim the bragging rights? The North London Derby is more than just a football match—it’s a clash…
Who needs expensive beauty treatments when the best ingredients are probably in your kitchen right now? After years of experimenting with homemade remedies, these combinations have proven to work wonders without breaking the bank. Creating…
There’s nothing quite like being crammed into a matatu during peak heat. There you are, wedged between strangers, with that merciless sun streaming through the windows, wondering if your face is literally about to slide off. We’ve all had…
Kinky sex is adventurous. It can also be a way of exploring intimacy with a sex partner. Kink requires an element of trust that can make sexual partners develop stronger bonds. Many people who practice kink can also attest to how much more…
