A Wednesday wonderful morning and hope everyone is fine. It's another moment for engagement again and I am super excited to be part.
Here is my entry in response to the week 65 edition 2 of the hive learner's contest. Immediately I saw the theme, I didn't understood what it entails until I later read it again before fresh thoughts began to ooze out.
Before I proceed, I would like to make a definition.
DISCRIMINATION is an act of showing difference or unfair treatment of an individual based on certain factors which might be gender or ethnicity etc. Discrimination Is the act of indifference exhibits by an individual.
I have been disciminated on different occasions in the course of my life journey especially because of my sex as a male. In the country where I live especially the northern part, disciminates alot when it comes to some aspects that normally pissed me off most at times.
Recently, I went for an exams which was slated for early morning. When I got to the venue behold unprecedented multitudes were everywhere. When asked, the replied was all of us are for the same exams.
I patiently stood on the queue for hours later I noticed that most of the females were given access to the venue which made me to find out what the root cause might be. Hmmm there was a special line meant for all the females aside the males. I discovered that there lines moves faster and better than the male this paused a great challenge for me.
I thought all of us came for the same purpose and all of us are humans then what brought about this discrepancy again?why would the females have a separate line that moves faster than the male?
I was just forced to maintain law and order as I spent uncountable hours standing. I wasn't happy at all with the entire process.
I had to be more tolerant, patient, persevere before I was considered.
Tips on how to curtail discrimination

Be yourself and believe that you are also created by God who created others alike. Never you look down on yourself for any reason.

Stay focused. This is a vital tool to combat discrimination because it comes to deter one from not looking at the normal.

Don't live in isolation this will increase the rate of discrimination which could easily lead to stress, fatigue and possibly death. In fact most emotional in balance experience today is attributed to discrimination.
I think one of the ways to overcome discrimination too is to change the mindset. Everything emanate from the mind and so when the mind is worked upon, certainly it will radiate to other areas of the body.

Lessons
No matter how a situation is I believe there's always a way out and lessons to be deduced.

Sometimes discrimination is not to cause but rather to increase efficiency like from what I shared. The organisation tend to simplify their work by having varied queue to accommodate both sexes.
I have learnt to be patient with every process in life.
I have learnt to be positive over everything to reduce the rate of high blood pressure.

thanks so much for reading my post and all comments appreciated.
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A short story
Title : A thin line
It was a warm Sunday evening in my apartment in Lagos, The buzzing sound of the fridge made me jump up from what seemed to be a nap, damn how long was I out I looked at the watch, no clue when I slept off. The strong smell of Barbecue was strongly filling my nostrils. I looked to my left my life was sleeping soundly as well besides me , I just realized there is smoke coming from the living room. Slipped into my flip flops and quickly rushed out to find out what the smoke was. . It was me laying lifeless on the floor with what looked like a burnt cushion I could barely make out what was going on at the moment I was damn confused, stood there for a couple of minutes before it dawned on me I had some Jack Daniels before I slumped into the cushion where my body now layed with an empty bottle in what used to be my chest. I still couldn't move still trying to figure out what was going on, how did I in the center of the room burnt and everything else seemed to be untouched by the fire.
As I stood there, frozen in disbelief, I tried to make sense of the surreal scene unfolding before me. The room was filled with an eerie silence, broken only by the crackling of the burnt cushion. I couldn't comprehend how I had ended up on the floor, lifeless, while the rest of the room remained untouched.
Feeling a surge of panic, I desperately tried to move, but my body remained unresponsive. Fear coursed through me as I contemplated the possibility that this might not be a dream after all. My mind raced with questions, struggling to find a logical explanation for the inexplicable.
Suddenly, a gentle breeze rustled through the room, caressing my face and dispersing the smoky haze. I felt a strange warmth emanating from within me, as if an invisible force was attempting to revive my lifeless body. Gradually, I regained control of my limbs and slowly rose to my feet, bewildered yet relieved.
As I took a tentative step forward, the scene around me shifted. The burnt cushion transformed back into its original form, as if the fire had never consumed it. The air filled with the tantalizing aroma of the barbecue once again, as if beckoning me to embrace the familiarity of reality.
Confusion still lingered within me, but I couldn't deny the sense of relief washing over me. Perhaps it had all been an incredibly vivid dream—a vivid dream that had somehow felt so achingly real. I shook my head, attempting to clear away the remnants of the disorienting experience.
The next day was a Monday morning can't help but feel depressed I hate Mondays and the details of my dream last night still lingered at the back of my mind which has wierdly been in repeat ever since I woke up. Just concluded the days work and my wife asked me to pick up some groceries on my way back home I decided to stop and get some alcohol to ease off this wierd depressing feeling, my mum's been calling all day our relationship is not really that solid so I barely talk to her I wonder what she wants (I ll call her back when I am settled back at home).
Got home dropped the groceries and decided to relax before I changed out of my suit, plugged my phone and opened the alcohol I bought, sat on my favourite two piece couch and plugged my phone and took a sip and the another and some more and slept off there with my phone laying face flat on my chest connected to the socket and next thing..
Jumped up to the sound of the fridge buzzing beside my wife but this time wearing my special white pyjamas my wife bought for me as our wedding anniversary present.
Awe (that smell again) this time very real and hitting my nostrils strongly..

I sat up in bed, blinking rapidly to clear the sleep from my eyes. The scene around me seemed eerily familiar—the buzzing fridge, my wife soundly asleep beside me, and the tantalizing aroma of barbecue wafting through the air. A sense of déjà vu washed over me as I tried to make sense of the situation. Hadn't I experienced this before?
Confusion gnawed at my mind as I replayed the events from the previous night in my head. The dream—or was it a dream?—of the burnt cushion and my lifeless body still haunted me. I shook off the unsettling thoughts and decided to investigate the source of the enticing smell.
Slipping on my flip flops, I made my way towards the living room. As I entered, my eyes widened in disbelief. There, in the center of the room, lay a burnt cushion—just like in my dream. The sight sent shivers down my spine, and a rush of memories flooded back.

Suddenly, my gaze shifted towards the empty bottle of Jack Daniels on the coffee table. It hadn't been there before. Was this a cruel prank, or was something more mysterious at play?


Again I jolted awake, I found myself in a state of confusion, trying to make sense of my surroundings. I glanced around the room, and everything appeared to be the same—the familiar furniture, the framed pictures on the wall, and the buzzing fridge. But something was off.

I turned to my side and saw my wife sleeping soundly, her peaceful expression untouched by the bewildering events that had just unfolded in my dream. With a racing heart, I sat up and took a moment to gather my thoughts. It felt as if I had slipped into another reality, one that overlapped with my dreams in an uncanny way.

Feeling a strange mix of curiosity and trepidation, I carefully got out of bed and tiptoed into the living room. The memories of my dream lingered in my mind, playing over and over like a broken record. The burnt cushion, the sensation of being lifeless, and the overpowering smell of smoke—all of it felt vivid and real, even though I desperately wanted to believe it was just a dream. s I reached the living room, I held my breath, half-expecting to find evidence of the fire that had consumed me in my dream. But to my relief and confusion, everything was as it should be. The room was untouched, devoid of any signs of smoke or destruction.

My mind was spinning with questions. Was I trapped in some sort of time loop, where my dreams and reality intertwined? Or perhaps there was something more profound happening, something beyond my understanding.
With a deep breath, I made a decision. I would embrace the uncertainty and explore this new chapter in my life, where the boundaries between dreams and reality blurred. I would seize the opportunity to unravel the mysteries that lay before me, to delve into the depths of my subconscious and discover the true nature of my existence.

And so, I embarked on a journey of self-discovery, venturing into the realms of the mind and embracing the enigmatic interplay between dreams and reality. Along the way, I encountered extraordinary experiences and met fascinating characters who shared similar tales of the inexplicable.

nd so, dear reader, as you delve into the realms of your own dreams, remember that reality is not always what it seems. Embrace the mysteries that lie within, for they hold the power to transform your life in ways you never thought possible. And with that, our story comes to an end, but your own adventure is just beginning.
The end or perhaps a new beginning

Introduction
It is a project that recently caught my attention while browsing the gainers & losers on CoinGecko. Like a magnetic force, I felt compelled to dive into the wave and learn more...
Perhaps the PBN3 token has experienced a significant surge recently! However, it's not the speculative aspect that intrigues me about this project.
What I find particularly promising is the PNB3 portal, where they aim to integrate AI to uncover future patterns in crypto. In its current phase, you can stay informed about the exciting world of crypto and what's unfolding within it."
The utility token PNB
At the moment, this token lacks utility, rendering it essentially non-functional. Despite experiencing a staggering 2000% surge in the past 30 days, I anticipate a potential decline in its value since it lacks a clear purpose.
To truly possess value, a token must serve a specific purpose that is integrated into its smart contract. Otherwise, there seems to be little justification for developing a smart contract without a defined utility.
Always be careful before investing!

What you can do on PNB3.com
One aspect that caught my attention is the ability to stay informed about trending topics in the crypto sphere. The portal aggregates various cryptocurrency sites, offering a centralized location for information.
I intend to utilize the portal to browse through headlines, providing me with a sense of the current happenings in this dynamic industry.
Additionally, the portal allows for customized searches based on personal preferences. For instance, you can explore ways to earn money with cryptocurrencies through specific searches.
Furthermore, the portal features a plethora of recent articles covering various aspects of the subject, providing up-to-date insights.

Last word
It is a project that I find valuable because I love to stay informed about what is happening in my industry. Having everything in one place without the need to visit thousands of websites brings value to my life.
When they integrate AI with more functionality, I believe this website will become even more exciting. Just imagine what you could discover with simple search criteria!
At its current stage, you can stay informed about the exciting world of crypto. This project has immense potential in the near future.
The website is beautifully designed and user-friendly without any difficulties at all.
PS: I am not a financial adviser, and always do your own research!

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Exploring the amazing beauty of srilanka. Discover the beautiful hills and the mountains which are home to unique and historic accommodation.

Guiding you to a perfect journey in the island of paradise.

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Oh, the British weather right now is so lovely!

Our faces are soothed by a little breeze, and the countryside is bathed in a cosy glow from the sun. It's the ideal time to take our cherished grandchild on a stroll through the neighbourhood in the evening, taking in the scenery and making lifelong memories.
The moment we step outside, a chorus of chirping birds fills the air. Their enchanting sounds seem to be expressing their delight at our presence as they greet us. As he hears the joyful chorus, our young grandson's eyes sparkle with enthusiasm, his curiosity awakened.

But what primarily captures his interest are the birds. With their wings flapping and melodies singing, they perch on branches. They appear to be aware of our presence as we go closer and act without hesitation or fear. Instead, they extend us a warm welcome, their feathers shining in the sunset's golden light.

As he approaches these feathered buddies, our little one's face glows with pure excitement. His fingers tingle in anticipation as he extends his hand. The kind and intelligent birds appear to comprehend his honesty and innocence. Their beady eyes briefly lock with his as they edge closer.


The magic of this serene evening walk unfolds before our eyes. We witness the bond between our grandson and nature growing stronger with each encounter. The birds become his friends, his confidants in this enchanting outdoor adventure.


As the sun begins to dip below the horizon, casting a warm orange glow across the sky, we reluctantly head back home.

Our hearts are filled with gratitude for this beautiful experience and the precious time spent with our grandson. We realise that it's these simple moments, surrounded by nature's wonders, that leave an indelible mark on our souls.

The weather may change, but the memories we create during these walks will endure. We look forward to many more evenings like this, where the pleasant weather embraces us, the birds serenade us, and our grandson continues to discover the magic that lies just beyond our doorstep.

So, if you find yourself blessed with delightful weather, seize the opportunity. Take your loved ones for a stroll in nature, where the birds eagerly await your presence, and let the enchantment of the outdoors create cherished memories that will forever warm your heart.
Happy weekend everyone!

Hello everyone.
Welcome to my blog.
Have you heard about Be Frugal not Stingy community?
Check out it's first writing Contest
It's a fun one to engage with, don't miss out.

The week's Topic is :
If you found a little bit of money and wanted to splurge on a little food treat , what would you buy? Ice cream? Pizza? Street food? Or perhaps head to the market and buy a delicacy you don't normally buy.
What would you get?
How much would it cost?
Is there a special reason you like it?


When I saw these questions I smiled and wanted to jump in and respond quick.
I later discovered that I currently have three options to choose one.
I will share the three things and still choose one.

The first is shawarma and fanta.
You smiled right?
Yes, I am among the ladies that love shawarma especially beef shawarma.

Hopefully if the money is upto #1500($3.2) we are good to go.
I can get beef shawarma for #1200($2.6) and a bottle of fanta for #200($0.4)

The second one is suya.
Suya is a spiced meat sold by mostly the Northerners street vendors.
I love it because is spicy and dry, and munched to filling.
It is sold for various prices ranging from #300 ($0.6) to above.
I can get suya of #500($1.08) and a bottle of fanta #200($0.4) to enjoy.

The third is Fruit salad.
Ingredients and prices for my fruit salad.

Banana - #200($0.4)
Watermelon - #100($0.22)
Cucumber - #100(0.22)
Groundnut - #100($0.22)
Pawpaw - #100($0.22)
Tin milk - #400($0.87)
Everything summing upto #1000($.2.15)


So among the three I will go for Fruit salad.
This makes a whole meal for me. Mouth watering and delicious.
It can be rotational though but for now, I will go for the third one.
Because is more healthy.

So, what about you?
Share with us, I will love to know.
That's it for now.
See you some other time.
Thank you very much for stopping by.

All photos are taken with my Android mobile phone.
Dividers made by @thepeakstudio.

My 4 year anniversary on SoMee is coming. What a wild ride it's been. Everyday for almost 4 years I've been posting and upvoting(don't think I've missed a single day in all that time) and powering up everyday until about 6 months ago. I've seen many people come and go and hopefully most will be back, but the people who are here consistently are the ones who may have their life changed when the world discovers SoMee. Be sure to be one of them, stay consistant, stay active!

The study discovered that replenishing flavanols in mildly deficient individuals over the age of 60 significantly improved their performance on mental tests. This groundbreaking study is the first to establish such a link. #Health #AlzheimersCare

110-Million-Year-Old Dinosaur Very Well Preserved Discovered Accidentally By Miners In Canada

Happy mid-week my friends and family. Hope you are doing well today? Am here to be part of this mid-week contest edition.

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Trying to work on people's believe system is not so easy as the persons had already assume how things should be. Well, a man that stops learning is on his way to say good bye to the mother Earth, life is a process and we progress by doing new things or discovering new ways of doing things. This brings me to the topic of the day, *how I will convince someone of 1960's about the importance of smartphone.

Those in the primitive age does not believe one should spend so much fortune in trevial things their minds always heads towards investment on properties and sometimes good food. I have two stories of how I was able to convince my mother and my mother inlaw on the importance of using smart gadget's.

You can remember in my last publication on Monday I spoke of how I lost my laptop which I got for the purpose of my project in school. Now I was left with no other option than to use my smart phone to source for material's for my project. My mother will not want to hear anything relating to buying new laptop. After my school work, it was now my younger siblings turn to face what I faced then I opened opened up to her that this phone we hold is not just meant for calls. I made her understand that it helps to save time and energy, the time and money one use in going to the library can be used to get data and access information and more online. Well, my Mom was not so difficult to convince because at least she believe in laptop and our last born got an award of a laptop when he was still in the secondary school, also looking practically from my own experience she gave in.

Coming to my mother inlaw, it was not really easy first it's a different environment and most people here believe in physical work and enjoy using cheap articles. Recently my husband's phone had calibrator issue so we had to make use of one phone. When she enquired of how much it will cost for the phone to be fixed I told her 10k naira , she shouted. Then I took the time to make her understand that this phone she is looking at is an office. Most people now don't need to go to the physical office to make ends meet. Reluctantly she accepted what I said because I brought many instances to convince her.

*Do you know why many from the 1960's don't believe in smart phone?* It has been recorded that many fraudulent activities are being carried out with phone. There are even those of much younger age who do not believe that something positive can be done with this phone that profits you and I. Few weeks back I was conversing with a young lady she said that most things they do online is Yahoo Yahoo. I was like, that's because you have not met the correct and current platforms.

My advice now is, for we that have the write knowledge we can do well to keep informing people of the importance of this smartphone, let's be the example and keep telling people the good ways that exits with smartphone. Also let's look away from the negative ways

This is my entry for the hive learner's contest week 64 edition 2. Thank you for visiting my blog dear ones, see you in the next edition.

*Bye*

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Hi great people,
I had a super session with some secondary School students over the weekend and felt like sharing some thought with here that could add value to someone's life.
I have discovered that over time reading is one of the most difficult thing amongst students is the issue of reading. It's commonly said that readers are leaders this statement is true as far as I am concerned because there are lots of things embedded in reading. When you don't read, you may not be able to ascertain any update and embrace your self with any current information.
Reading really helps to boost an individual intellectually and keeps the brain always informed. There are hidden treasures covered in the volume of books.
I have heard some students that want to pass exams but have no time for reading hmmm there's no way they could attend any successful height.
The present generation of youth don't read instead leverage on the ICT and other social media handles to help them read which is very bad because it will affect one's reading culture.
I want to share some reading tips that I felt could be of great significance.

Have a planned schedule. Many students find it very difficult to organize their schedules based on scale of preference. They do whatever they want at anytime. This normally affect their time management hence it will be difficult to have quality time for reading.
Don't joke with classes. When you don't attend classes most at times it becomes difficult to sit down and read.
Ensure that you make jotting. An effectual way of reading one must be deliberate in picking up notes so that you can easily infer later.
Take a step at a time. You may not be able to do everything at once hence it's expedient that one takes one step at a time to be balanced and have a focused life.

A tree in the forest is not formed in a day but through consistent watching and taking of tasks.
Reading might be difficult but it pays off very well much later. Be a reader today and thank me tomorrow.
thanks for visiting my blog and all the comments appreciated.

On May 26, 1805 Meriwether Lewis writes in his journal that he sees the Rocky Mountains for the first time…“In the after part of the day I also walked out and ascended the river hills which I found sufficiently fortiegueing. On arriving to the summit [of] one of the highest points in the neighborhood I thought myself well repaid for my labor; as from this point I beheld the Rocky Mountains for the first time, I could only discover a few of the most elevated points above the horizon, the most remarkable of which by my pocket compass I found bore N. 65°. W. being a little to the N. of the N.W. extremity of the range of broken mountains seen this morning by Cap. C. these points of the Rocky Mountains were covered with snow and the sun shone on it in such manner as to give me the most plain and satisfactory view, while I viewed these mountains I felt a secret pleasure in finding myself so near the head of the heretofore conceived boundless Missouri; but when I reflected on the difficulties which this snowy barrier would most probably throw in my way to the Pacific, and the sufferings and hardships of myself and party in them, it in some measure counterballanced the joy I had felt in the first moments in which I gazed on them; but as I have always held it a crime to anticipate evils I will believe it a good comfortable road untill I am compelled to believe differently…”

Image c. 1905 Statue of Meriwether Lewis created by American sculptor Charles Albert Lopez in Portland, Oregon via Wikimedia Commons, public domain

Homebrewers will soon be able to time travel with their taste buds and brew beer similar to what the Philistines in Goliath’s hometown of Gath drank. Israel Antiquities Authority - used with permission An interdisciplinary team of researchers, archaeologists and brewmasters in Israel first isolated 5,000-year-old yeast in 2019, as published in the peer-reviewed mBio journal in 2019. But now, the fruits of that discovery are about to become available for hobby brewers and sourdough aficionados everywhere, when the first batch of commercially available ancient yeast ships in December. Pre-orders are open now.

“We want to create an opportunity for every person to connect with this story, with the past, that we as a civilization have carried on for tens of thousands of years since we started fermenting,” said brewmaster Itai Gutman, who previously owned a brewery in Jerusalem and now is the CEO of Primer’s Yeast, the company that is selling the ancient yeast.

https://www.timesofisrael.com/brew-your-own-ancient-beer-yeast-from-3000-year-old-philistine-beer-jug-now-on-sale/