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[quote author=trae_z]I'm actually trying to save up to take my girl to the altar. :-)[/quote]Dang!

ATMC, no hope for me

ATMC: here's his number... send him pm ok. Goodluck

hahahahaha waiting for him to acknowledge my post before I make any further move.

tjmc: I understand........

LOL. what do you understand?

Definitely PDF because that way you are guaranteed that your designed format will remain the same. Word doc acts funny sometimes and it opens up differently on different computers.

I guess it also depends on how your format is but generally PDFs are easier to open and what not.

OP, please are you single? #justasking

Abrantie: -

I give that zoological garden 3 months, all those exhibits will end up in pepper soup.

wrong. they have been there for years! In fact, there is a wider variety of animals there now.

@topic: The place is looking better than it did when I visited about 2 years ago. But those birds though...

I liked the back of the zoo, it was more interesting than the reptile joint. I think they need to renovate the joint and change the glass and all. Thanks for posting, btw.

Ground rice

Was gon say that you should check out this blogsite for recipes. You might need to adjust one or two things, I'm not exactly sure and instead of using veg and palm oil, use only palm oil. You can also sub the turkey (not a fan of smoked turkey, I prefer goat meat). Would have given you more info on how I make mine but I gotta go to work. be back if someone else hasn't already helped you out.

Cheers.

freakyamanda: I wonder too why Genevieve is not on the list. Afterall she is hot and she is a mom. But i guess She is not that much in limelight like before. Omotola seems to be getting all the attention now.

Was jus bou to ask!

those white shoes though...

[quote author=ShyM-X]True... You're still young - so you've got to YOLO all the way till family time comes...

I admire your bravery - just thought you probably think I'm too flirty and all... [/quote]LOL!! I don't roll YOLO style. I just live life. lol.

As for flirty :x jus playing but uh nothing I can't handle

[quote author=ShyM-X]Scared much? Hey, you need to enjoy life to the fullest, hun..

It seems you're scared of me... Don't worry, I don't bite... [/quote]Yea I guess I should especially now when I still have the time and liberty lool.

Scared of you? for why? I nod dey fear person o. lol.

AjanleKoko: It's kind of amusing when you read stuff like this, especially from our brethren in the Diaspora. Dunno if it's cold or boredom that brings it on

I doubt Africans living in Africa have any starry-eyed epiphanies on what it means to be African. We know exactly what being an African means, all day every day.

LMAO!!!! no be our fault. when you are the "minority" in another man's land, this is what happens? I wasn't "african" until I came here and it's more than just having to defend Africa or any of that sort. It's also my interactions with other Africans here and my living and traveling experiences that brought about this consciousness.

sheyie2007: So dem still de

Lol. Where do u want them to go again?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QxkHXiewr0k

CFCfan: Happy independence anniversary to Zimbabwe. I hope the residents will continue to brave all odds in their daily economic struggles.

Yea, I hope the next elections will inspire some change.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oXY6nsDP4i0

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V8ab6xDhgbQ

The struggle against imperialism must be fought and fought in the interests of the masses of Zimbabwe - Robert Mugabe.

Simudzai mureza wedu weZimbabwe
Yakazvarwa nemoto wechimurenga;
Neropa zhinji ramagamba
Tiidzivirire kumhandu dzose;
Ngaikomborerwe nyika yeZimbabwe.

Oh lift high the banner, the flag of Zimbabwe
The symbol of freedom proclaiming victory;
We praise our heroes' sacrifice,
And vow to keep our land from foes;
And may the Almighty protect and bless our land.

We have fought for our land, we have fought for our sovereignty, small as we are we have won our independence and we are prepared to shed our blood…. So, Blair keep your England, and let me keep my Zimbabwe. - Robert Mugabe


Happy Independence Day Zimbabwe!

[quote author=ShyM-X]I'll definitely take loads of pictures...

Is West Africa that dangerous? Apart from the terrorists and probably kidnappers in Nigeria - I personally think West Africa is pretty safe compared to many places... If tons of white people could pull it off, why can't I? lol....

Erm... You need to come to Europe as well when you start your globe-trotting - visit London lol... Anyway, you're a big woman - and money ain't a thing...

I saw your pic on your profile last year and, I absolutely love your Afro and Afrocentric looks... Keep it up, ma'am... [/quote]I mean it might not be that dangerous but mehn I just don't mess around the safety lol.

As for Europe... we shall see where life takes me. Who knows, I might look for work in France or something and then I will most definitely visit London (never been there before )

and um... Gracias, Gracias

[quote author=ShyM-X]So, I can call you my prospective teacher, no?

Anyway, I know I wouldn't be able to learn everything, however, having a first-hand experience of the food(real natural taste), the smell, the undiluted people and culture, their language, and experiencing how they lead their daily lives would be a plus... The experience would definitely give me an overview of the people and their unique way-of-life...

Why are you scared of my dreamland(might become a reality) road-trip? Anyway, we're going on that adventure together as Afropolitans lol.... Honestly, I just love nature and adventure - and that's something I've always wanted to do... and I just thought, why not start my journey into adventurism from the dearest place to my heart(West Africa)....

Lastly, I saw your post about finishing your undergrad degree in 3weeks - congrats on that... You're so young, yet you've lived in so many places - I'm jealous... [/quote]Erm... Erm... Lol no p.

Yea, I totally agree. The experience will be phenomenal!! Hey if you do do it, don't forget to take pictures and videos!!!

I love adventure too o but that kind of road trip?? Hmmm I'm afraid for my safety. Gotta check out the road sitch first lol. It would be fun though as long safety is guaranteed lol

Hahahaha it's not that many. I know people who've lived in 5 or more but yea. My life goal is to visit all the African countries. All I wanna do after grad is travel but my ass is broke thanks btw

Shollypopz: It's not because of the culture. There are too many diverse cultures in Africa for anyone to group us as one because of culture. African culture ain't that similar at all!

The reason why we get grouped as one is because of ignorance. A lot of non-Africans see Africa as a country not a continent, hence the grouping.
Nobody knows sh1t about Nigeria. In the past, news reporters report event as, "Today in Africa, the Northern part of Nigeria, bla bla bla...." Ain't nobody going around calling people from USA North American, is there not a lil similarity in culture between USA and Canada??

Most ppl don't know enough about Nigeria or a single African country for it to stand alone in their minds, they group us in one little circle because we aren't big enough(economically, technologically, politically...) to stand alone.

I agree that's why I said another factor was the African narrative that the media portrays

[quote author=ShyM-X]Lmao... Being a teacher isn't in-born thing - it's all about practising and perfecting the craft... Anyway, I'm a fast learner and my cognitive skills are on point...

That sounds great... I might try the same thing in the nearest future... I'm planning to live for a like 3-6 weeks in different countries and mingle with the local people, just to get first-hand experience(s) of what they're like...

However, I'm got this crazy idea in my head... I'm thinking about driving from where West Africa starts from in Eastern Nigeria - all the Western Sahara and Cape Verde - and back to Lagos... [/quote]HEHEHEEHE I hear you o.

You should definitely do it!!! But bear in mind that you can know all of it in just that short period of time. In fact you might only get like a tip of the iceberg but it will still be a fun experience.

As for yoru adventure? you are on your own o. Please let me know when you make it back LOL. Haba! Sounds like something my bro would want to do. He has always wanted to backpack across Naija. I love road trips but this one is more than a trip lol

Aggrippa: yes it will get very worse... naija dont appreciate or encourage education, scientific research, infact they have a phobia for anything scientific, twaz by chance Dr ZoOlogisT became mr preSidenT. this our kon3 is very stubborn. pardon my english...the pastime of evry livin soul there is to CHOP MONEY, how to chop they dont tell.

It's said that the infrastructure for educational development is not in place and that our system does not encourage education achievements.

[quote author=ShyM-X]Perhaps, I need to employ you to teach me these languages...

What was it like in Zimbabwe and Senegal?

Proudly Afropolitan! [/quote]hahahaha I'm not a good teacher at all. but um Zimbabwe was great and I totally loved it. I mean it wasnt all rosy especially during the last election period and the food scarcity but otherwise, it was a calm, beautiful, sane and orderly place. That was like four years ago o. I don't know about now but I've been thinking of going back there.

Senegal was just great! I had a real cultural and language immersion and it's one of the African countries I would totally recommend to anyone. Lots of touristic places and if you like adventure and you are very open minded, then Senegal is the place.

[quote author=ShyM-X]Great stuff - I might as well call myself an Afropolitan as well...

What languages can you you speak? - and what are the names of these African countries that were fortunate enough to have you domiciled there at one or the other?[/quote]HAHHAHA nothing big o. it's not anything wow. Nigeria, Zimbabwe and Senegal and languages: English, Yoruba, French, Wolof (a lil bit). Don't ask about my Shona lol.

And yes, I think you might as well be an Afropolitan! lol

ifeelgood: Islam is a religion of...? By their fruits you shall know them.

Can people honestly stop with this already?! What about Christians who commit atrocities in the name of their religion? It's not about the religion but the individuals.

[quote author=ShyM-X]Oh ok...

I don't have any problem with any religion - just asking because of what the other poster said... [/quote]Oh that. Yea, not a fan of stereotyping people based on their culture, religion, or even their physical features etc.

[quote author=ShyM-X]Are you a Muslim?[/quote]No I'm not. Why do you ask?

Omexonomy: why do you always think any haters of muslims are always xtian. For ur information the guy is an athaist.

I did not say so or imply that in anyway. He said the guy looks muslim and I asked him how a muslim looks. I'm pretty much hinting at the fact that his comment was stereotypical. I merely used christian as an example to show that you cannot tell how a christian looks. It's not written on the face. "Arab" might have been a better word to use (even though I find the use of that quite problematic too) but then concluding that someone is muslim based on their physical characteristics is stereotypical and it is wrong.

[quote author=ShyM-X]I like the bolded... Anyway, my personal definition of "Africa" includes of "sub saharan"/black Africa - not the conquered and arabised territories up North...

Can you educate me on "Afropolitan?" I like that word - and I might steal it from you.. [/quote]LOL. That's how I define Africa too, which in itself is problematic. lol.

But um, an Afropolitan is according to Urban dictionary, "An African who was educated in the US or Europe and spends a significant amount of time in those parts of the world. It doesn't matter whether they are born abroad or not; the important thing is their global perspective on issues, as well as their mixed cultural identity."

I first heard of the term from a CNN article called "Young,urban and culturally Savvy, meet the Afropolitans" and they described it as "multilingual Africans with different ethnic mixes living around the globe". Brendah Nyakudya (editior of Afropolitan magazine in SA) also describes it as "An Afropolitan is someone who has roots in Africa, raised by the world, but still has an interest in the continent and is making an impact, is feeding back into the continent and trying to better it"

The term actually came from the article "Bye-BYe Barbar" written by Taiye Selasi. (Here are link to both articles: http://edition.cnn.com/2012/02/17/world/africa/who-are-afropolitans/index.html | http://thelip.robertsharp.co.uk/?p=76 ) I describe myself as an Afropolitan cause I have lived in 3 African countries, I am multilingual, I am passionately interested in African development (even my major is tied to Africa) and a whole bunch of other reasons.

DonHummer: those guys realy look muslim

and how do muslims look? Can you also tell how a christian looks?

[quote author=ShyM-X]However, the experiences are somewhat similar as well...Almost all the countries on the continent were colonised(except for probably Ethiopia) and all the countries have been through civil wars at one time, or the other in their history...Also, people of black descent in the Caribbean went through the colonial experience and they still suffer the same thing we suffer today... Even AAs might argue that the period between the abolition of slavery, Jim Crow era, and the civil rights movements was also a form of colonisation....

So, our experiences are somewhat similar, no matter how you look at it, sis... [/quote]I definitely agree but then we are still different. Even the colonization that all the countries (apart from Ethiopia and the few ones that succeded) went through was by different countries - France, Belgium, Britain, Spain, Portugal and you have to admit that the influences are not the same across all the colonized african countries. (In fact I think I prefer to stick to Sub Saharan Africa instead of the whole of Africa.)

I think it's about reconciling our similarities and our differences and working with them to create some kind of collective force to work with. All of this reminds me of the term "Afropolitan", which I sometimes use quite loosely to describe myself.