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Christianity Etc › The Eucharist Is The Most Powerful Thing In The World by silibaba(op): 11:39am On Feb 11, 2022 |
The most holy body and blood of Christ, the Eucharist, is a rich source of abundant blessings, and it has many powerful effects. A private audience. It is almost impossible to gain access to very important people for a personal encounter. It would be extraordinary and rare to have a private audience with the pope, a personal meeting with the president or a backstage pass to visit a famous performer. But in the Eucharist, Jesus is neither remote nor protected behind layers of security. The Eucharist gives the recipient unhindered access, not to a famous person, but to the Son of God, and not just for a handshake or a few pleasantries, but for extended quality time to be with the Lord.
An intimate conversation. While it is possible to speak with Jesus in prayer anytime, anywhere, the Eucharist provides a privileged and heightened opportunity to converse with him. The Eucharist is the real presence of Jesus; it is an intensified and heightened presence. It is an invitation for the communicant to have a close and intimate conversation with Jesus, who is totally available for a warm and personal exchange.
Companionship. Through the Eucharist, Jesus is faithful to his promises, “I am with you always” (Mt 28:20) and “I will not leave you orphans” (Jn 14:18). Life is a journey, and along the road there are many twists and turns, ups and downs. It is foolish to travel alone. The Eucharist is bread for the journey, and when Jesus comes to us in the Eucharist, he remains with us and walks with us as a faithful companion, not only when the road is smooth, but also, and particularly if, we pass through a dark valley. In the worst of times when it seems that one more step is beyond what we can do, Jesus sets us on his shoulders and carries us.
Read more Faith Fundamentals from Father Van Sloun Transformation. When we receive Jesus in the Eucharist and he takes up residence within us, it enables us to become more and more like him. St. Paul aptly wrote, “I live, no longer I, but Christ lives in me” (Gal 2:20). We are to become who we receive. If Jesus is loving, truthful, generous, merciful, self-sacrificing and obedient to his father, the recipient is supposed to become more loving, truthful, merciful, self-sacrificing and obedient to God, and the Eucharist provides the grace that facilitates this spiritual transformation.
Communion with the community. The reception of the Eucharist unites the communicant with everyone else who receives holy Communion. It places a person in fellowship with other believers, those attending that Mass, the other members of the parish and Catholics throughout the diocese and the world. It keeps a person linked to an immense spiritual family, the body of Christ — the Church — and establishes and strengthens a spiritual bond that is shared with brothers and sisters in faith everywhere.
Spiritual power, strength and endurance. Physical food is necessary for healthy muscles that have strength to do work over a long time. The Eucharist is spiritual food that gives the strength and power to do mighty deeds: to study and master difficult subjects; to speak and uphold the truth, even in the face of fierce opposition; to perform endless household chores cheerfully; and the capacity to take on a major task or carry a heavy load for the long haul.
A spiritual defense mechanism. Physical food strengthens the immune system, so antibodies can fight off germs that can harm or kill the body, and the Eucharist is spiritual food that equips a person to fend off temptations that can harm or kill the soul. The Eucharist fortifies a person’s internal defense mechanisms, equipping the person with potent spiritual weapons that repel or neutralize the injurious and lethal attacks of the devil, and to preserve a sterile environment, a soul that is clean and pure.
Yesterday I had the opportunity to get up WAY too early and drive 3 hours to Richmond in order to be at the priestly ordination of my good friend Tom Lawrence — who is now Fr. Tom Lawrence — the newest priest of Jesus Christ in our diocese.
And though I am now currently paying dearly for driving those 6 long hours for a 2 hour liturgy — believe me… I’m one TIRED PRIEST — it was still worth it.
Because the Holy Eucharist is the most powerful thing in the world.
And without ordained priests, NOBODY gets to have this incredible, and all powerful gift of the Blessed Sacrament — the living Body and Blood of our Lord that heals us, nourishes us, takes away the sins of the world, and above all — reveals God’s unstoppable and everlasting love for each one of us.
I wonder though — Do we ever forget how powerful the Eucharist really is?
I was talking with a friend of mine from seminary the other day, and he shared what he heard a priest say once, which really struck me.
“Sometimes I wonder if we believe more in the power of Tylenol than in the power of the Eucharist!”
Think about how crazy that is for a moment! When we have a headache, and pop a few Tylenol extra-strength — don’t we just assume and actually really truly believe that the medicine will do its job? That it WILL in fact help our headache go away?
What about the Eucharist?! Do we come to this holiest of Sacraments with that same level of belief? The same level of trust?
St. Ignatius of Antioch once referred to the Eucharist as the “medicine of immortality!”
St. Thomas Aquinas says that “no other sacrament has greater healing power; through it sins are purged away, virtues are increased, and the soul is enriched with an abundance of every spiritual gift.”
THAT is way better than Tylenol. And yet how easily we overlook or dismiss the great power of the Eucharist in our lives!
Then again… it’s so easy to overlook, isn’t it? The Eucharist still looks like ordinary bread and wine. The miracle of consecration, of transubstantiation, doesn’t seem to change anything at all!
There’s no thunder and lightning, like at Mount Sinai, when Moses came face to face with God and received the Law. There’s no smoke and fire, except the little puffs of incense from the thurible! There’s no booming voice from Heaven, except what our microphones might produce!
When I come down off this altar to offer you the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ — the Blood of the new and eternal covenant — my face doesn’t shine like Moses’ face once did.
What I’m getting at is: It’s not easy to believe in the power of the Eucharist.
Especially today, when skepticism is the immediate reaction to just about EVERYTHING. People today scoff at any claim that is not demonstrably and unassailably obvious to our five senses or the fruit of scientific research.
In the Holy Eucharist, something unthinkable has happened: The omnipotent Son of God, the Word made flesh, has managed to hide Himself in almost complete obscurity. God is here among us, but He is silent — silent as bread.
In a homily, Monsignor Ronald Knox once said that Christ “lives there [in the Tabernacle] very quietly, a prince in incognito…” “Oh we try to make the best of it with gold and marble and precious silk, but [our Lord] has chosen simple things, common things, to be the hiding-place of his majesty.”
In other words: Jesus in the Eucharist looks totally powerless.
Maybe that frustrates you?
“Jesus in the Tabernacle is so silent and still,” you might say! “All I see is a closed door. Nothing happens! “The Mass is so repetitive,” you might say. “I get so tired of the same thing over and over every week!” “I can’t even see the Monstrance, that person’s head is in the way!” “I don’t feel anything when I receive Holy Communion!” “I still sin! I still fall away from God! “How can the Eucharist really be so powerful?
How can this be God?”
Good. Ask those questions. Because if we are honest, how many of us, if given unlimited Divine power, would choose to wield that complete, total, and overwhelming power in such a simple, seemingly powerless way as the Blessed Sacrament?
It’s almost laughable.
But isn’t that the mystery of the Cross?
Christ had unlimited Divine Power.
And yet, as the Scriptures say, he “did not count equality with God something to be grasped. Rather, he emptied himself, and taking the form of a slave, coming in human likeness; and found human in appearance, he humbled himself, becoming obedient to death, even death on a cross.”
Unlimited power — emptied.
Unlimited power — wasted!
Unlimited power — laid aside freely.
And it was all out of love for you.
That incredible scene from the movie, The Mission, comes to mind here — where the priest missionary played by Jeremy Irons, is walking calmly into oncoming bullets and bombs holding up the Blessed Sacrament exposed in the Monstrance.
That is the Power of the Holy Eucharist.
That’s why we celebrate the feast of Corpus Christi. Our conviction that Jesus is alive in the Eucharist is a bold and defiant truth. It is a belief that taunts death and boasts in God’s sovereign power alone.
Now more than ever, we as Catholics need to ask the Lord for a rock-solid, supernatural faith in the unstoppable power of the Holy Eucharist. We need to humbly ask the Holy Spirit for greater receptivity, so that when we receive this heavenly food, this Bread of Life — it might really change us!
The world is becoming more and more hostile to our faith. The family is under attack. Human dignity is being thrown out the window. The culture of Death is dominating. Children are being indoctrinated with bizarre philosophies about who they are and what the meaning of life is. The path ahead is hard to see. The future is scary.
And yet! In just a moment, you’ll hear Jesus say those words again out of humble love for His Father and for us, his flock:
“This is my Body. This is my Blood.”
And that is the most powerful thing in the world.
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Romance › Re: What A Black American Woman Told Me At Her House Today by silibaba: 5:32am On Feb 11, 2022 |
Even SEX, women enjoy it than men. So what men killing themselves for? |
Romance › Re: Omo!!! Red Pill Is Going Viral See As Them Finish This Lady On Twitter. by silibaba: 5:11am On Feb 11, 2022 |
This is one of the reasons I wonder why a man will use his hard earn money to chase a woman.
Wetin give joy pass alcohol (moderately taken) or weeeed.
Women are just overhyped.
If men can have self control like me, women go dey book us down in advance.
The konji wey dey hold you, dey hold them x10. They only pretend like they are fine. |
Romance › Re: Lady Drags Man To Court For Calling Her Out After She Failed To Visit Him (photo by silibaba: 4:47am On Feb 11, 2022 |
Animegirl:

Go girl!!! Drag his balls to court for defamation, just because of 1500k.
You guys forget she didn't beg or ask the guy to send her money, he offered to send tf to her and she accepted. How did she defraud or obtain through false pretense if she didn't persuade or induce him? The intent wasn't there!!!!!!!!!!!!!! @NKsleek
Who still uses Facebook and messager, though  A consensus was reached that the money was meant for transportation and not for her upkeep. So I see the lady in question as the defaulter. |
Romance › Re: It's Over, My Girlfriend Is Pregnant by silibaba: 7:24pm On Feb 10, 2022 |
seunsiju: Even though she always warn me to be using condom, but i like it raw and sweet, couple of weeks ago, she is feeling sick and tired, and i sent her money for checkup, the news break my heart, the test shows she is three weeks pregnant! i want to denied the pregnancy based on say i read her chats on Whatsapp cheating and having sex with another guy, but deep down i know i responsible for this cos the date tally with the time we had last sex....we have agreed to abortion, but am scared it might go wrong Pls advice me Should i denied that i owned the pregnancy, cos i can back my claim up cos she cheated during that periosd or should we go for the abortion Pls am not ready to be a father to another kid!!! Help a depressed brother  Cynthia don carry belle, Shakara don end oo |
Education › Re: Sanwo-olu Promises Scholarships To Two Girls Hawking During School Hours (video) by silibaba: 6:43pm On Feb 10, 2022 |
Clout chaser.
Thought Lagos government school are FOC.
Hawking water they went to the next street to fetch? |
Romance › Re: Help, My Roommates Hate Me So Much Because Of My Looks. What Can I Do? by silibaba: 6:25pm On Feb 10, 2022 |
Brownygold002: Hey, Nairalanders
Something has really been eating me up, I think I need to share. I'm a young gal of about more than 17, I'm brown, tall, slim, have a long curly hair (I'm from a mixed race - Lebanon and Nigeria), brown eyes and nice lips I'm endowed (no be mouth).
I'm a fresher at UNIZIK. I know I am attractive which I don't deny, I don't boast nor make anyone feel inferior. I have 3 roommates. I respect them cos I'm the youngest amongst them. But they don't seem to get along with me. I have tried everything I Can.
Each time we go out, I'm usually the center of attraction which is not new to me, nothing special. They just hate me. I don't boast. I try 2 look as simple as possible. But guys do come for me and they get jealous.
I have tried talking to them but they said they're fine but deep down I know they don't like me. The other day they intentionally frustrated me, they hid my assignments and burnt a new gown a guy at church got me. I'm tired of all these attitude everyday. I feel lyk taking my life, the hate is much. I didn't make myself. Help me guys!! Funny. Who is now ugly? Everyone is beautiful or handsome just depend how you carry yourself. |
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Romance › Re: What's The Easiest Way To Win A Woman's Heart by silibaba: 4:49pm On Feb 10, 2022 |
Is like football game bro. You only win when you score O what is holding you score goals and win her her heart. |
Christianity Etc › Re: Holy Bible Spared As Fire Burn Cars In Onitsha, Anambra State (Photo, Video) by silibaba: 6:31pm On Feb 09, 2022 |
AngelicBeing: Repent and give your life to Jesus Christ  Okay sir  |
Education › Re: How do you plan to spend your time during the ASUU strike? by silibaba: 4:48pm On Feb 09, 2022 |
I plan to spend my time with Yahoo± for iPhone in refund.  |
Crime › Re: Young Lady Caught After Stealing Wrappers In Benue. Her Hair Shaved With Razor by silibaba: 4:36pm On Feb 09, 2022 |
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Christianity Etc › Re: Holy Bible Spared As Fire Burn Cars In Onitsha, Anambra State (Photo, Video) by silibaba: 2:30pm On Feb 09, 2022 |
@Righteousness food don done for you ooo. |
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Business › Re: ➜ ➜ ➜Currency/E-currency Market Deals 2020 ➜ ➜ ➜ by silibaba: 1:32am On Feb 08, 2022 |
Now buying neteller/skrill mástercard fund
How market folks¿ |
Health › Re: 4 Bad Skincare Habits To Stop In 2022 by silibaba: 4:33pm On Feb 07, 2022 |
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Christianity Etc › Re: Alcohol Is Medicinal - Rev Fr Oluoma by silibaba: 1:09pm On Feb 06, 2022 |
uglyafonja: Alcohol may not be a sin.....But where the problem lies is the after effects....
Alcohol will always make you to think about fornication... Alcohol will always make you to think to commit mastabation Alcohol breed anger and hyperactiveness
The sad event is just enormous, if it is possible to avoid it, kindly avoid it.....
I have the urge to fornicate whenever I take alcohol.... lies. Your mind is polluted already. Me if I take alcohol, the only tin I think of even when drunk is how to put the whole world under my feet. How to make bastard money. How to be Rich and live like a king, live my life trouble free. |
Christianity Etc › Re: “Most ‘Miracles’ You See On TV Or Crusades Are Staged” – Fr. Kelvin Ugwu by silibaba: 6:18am On Feb 05, 2022 |
MufasaLion: I'd like to hear about it. If those miracles pastors are performing is for real, no one will visit arusi, babalawo, native doctor witch doctor that will ask for something in an exchange of what will be given to you. My elder sister once had a health related problem and we visited quite numbers of churches but to no avail. Then a friend directed us to a native doctor that got the problem solved with animal sacrifice, roots and herb and she got well. Do you know that she went to one of those church to give testimony and thanksgiving and neglected the native doctor. Funny shey? That is why pastor will say others are testifying and you are not. This is because you have not gone to that place others are going. Follow who know road brother  Just few miracles are from the most high God. The rest are fake and staged. Think bro |
Family › Re: Finally!! I Moved Out Of My Parents House!! by silibaba: 8:12pm On Feb 04, 2022 |
formular760: Last year December i made a resolution with God that I’d have my own place.
This year I finally saved the required amount and here’s a one room apartment and this is my first bachelor meal .
Better days ahead i pray OBI IS NO MORE A BOY OOO.  just avoid girls is all I can say. |
Phones › Re: Why Are Apple's iPhones More Expensive Than Most Other Smartphones? by silibaba: 6:01pm On Feb 04, 2022 |
Ezewholesalee: Why Are Apple's iPhones More Expensive Than Most Other Smartphones? Here Are Four Reasons
Many of us look forward to a new addition to the Apple ecosystem each year. Be it the latest AirPods, Apple Watch, or MacBook, it is common to see consumers make a scramble to get the latest ones. There is no denying that the one item receiving the most love would be the iPhone. People from all over the world queue hours or even days before an official launch just to get their hands on the latest model every year.
With that said, it is no secret that Apple iPhones are more expensive than their Android counterparts, and this fact reigns true even if the devices are used and being resold.
While a used phone won't be resold at its original price, a used iPhone can be sold at a pretty good price, though the price varies depending on the model.
According to BankMyCell, flagship Android smartphones depreciate twice as quickly as iPhones, with the value of iPhones and Android devices depreciating at 35.47% and 61.50% respectively, two years after launch. Even Samsung, one of the leading brands for Android phones, retains 15% less value than iPhones.
This begs the question: why does Apple's iPhone have the ability to fetch higher prices than other smartphones? Here are a few reasons.
iPhone's production costs are higher The hefty price tag of iPhones can be attributed to their higher production costs. Apple is in complete control of the manufacturing of the iPhone.. iPhones also combine different software that used to be separate from a handset: cameras, home phones, camcorders, just to name a few. Needless to say, the designing and engineering of their software and hardware require significant resources, especially when it comes to seamlessly integrating the two.
Compared to the iPhone, other smartphone manufacturers typically handle the creation of the handsets before employing Google's Android system as the main operating system.
Essentially, when you purchase at the Apple store, you're paying for the research and development costs that were required to come up with a new release. With that in mind, it is expected for any Apple iPhone to cost more than other smartphones.
iPhones retain their value longer Because Apple takes control of anything related to the iPhone; they hold the power to support their older models for a longer period. Apple regularly releases updates of their iOS for any iPhone that it still supports.
Users of the iPhone 6 or 6s, for example, continue to enjoy software updates in 2021 despite using a phone released in 2014. These updates include any new iPhone features as well as security patches. Apple is also transparent when it comes to information about the support duration for any phone.
In comparison, other smartphone manufacturers require more time to modify the Android system to fit their phones, which may result in a slightly outdated Android system by the time of release. As older iPhones are still able to operate with similar functions to the new releases with frequent and seamless updates, it makes sense for iPhones to be more expensive than other smartphones.
Marketing makes a difference Since its inception, Apple has made it a point to market its iPhone as a high-end product - and the brand continues to do so to this day. Everybody wants in on the latest trends, and iPhones seem to be a trend that never dies. By marketing the iPhone as a must-get item, Apple can increase the profit margins on each phone. This is a luxury that other smartphone manufacturers may not have. This marketing tactic also helps to keep the iPhone from becoming a commodity in most developing markets. It works though, as the iPhone remains one of the most profitable items in modern history.
The number of releases matter The upgrade cycle of any smartphone is quick, and this means that there will always be a new phone with new features. Phones are typically replaced due to decreased efficiency or simply because it's out of date.
For Apple fanatics, September is a very exciting month, as it is when the brand releases its latest iPhone models. By releasing only once a year, Apple ensures that every user of the new iPhone has the best technology possible for at least a year until the next launch.
Unlike Apple's exclusivity marketing strategy, other smartphone brands see phone releases that are a lot more frequent. Some may even release different models in a span of months, incorporating every possible new technology available at that moment. The never-ending line of Android smartphone releases throughout the year makes it difficult to tell which Android system has the latest update. Of course, using a Google Pixel will ensure you get the latest updates fast, but the fact remains that gauging how long a particular device can be supported by the Android operating system is difficult. This is due to the modifications of the Android system made by each brand to fit the phone.
As Apple's product cycle is less volatile and more consistent as compared to that of other smartphone manufacturers, it gives Apple the leverage in terms of brand value. In turn, Apple has the power to (again) increase profit margins, contributing to the price tags you see at an Apple store.
What this means for the used phone reseller If it's time for you to stock up on your used smartphone inventory, you might want to consider adding more of Apple's iPhones to your cart.
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Story credit: Eze Wholesale Hype. Overhyped. The World like follow-follow. Anything thing that tren, everyone Will follów. |
Christianity Etc › Re: “Most ‘Miracles’ You See On TV Or Crusades Are Staged” – Fr. Kelvin Ugwu by silibaba: 4:21pm On Feb 04, 2022 |
Righteousness2: Oga Father! You need to be more specific.
Inasmuch as there are fake pastors and Prophets who make merchandise of people with fake stuffs, there are also Real servants of GOD that GOD ALMIGHTY is using to do impossible things. MIRACLES are real! I have seen People get Miracles and I myself have been hit by Miracles.
If you want to see Miracles, not just in people but also in your own life! Then save this date. 12th & 13th of February 2022 @ The Lords Chosen Charismatic revival Ministries Headquarters at IJesha, Lagos. From Sorrow to JOY! After this Encounter, I guarantee you that you will look for me to thank me.
My friend shift jooooooor. Lords choose that turned my cousin from rich to poor back then. Mouka later promised the husband to make him a pastor and open a branch for him but failed my cousin husband. Just 2% miracles are real, the rest are fake. I mean fake. I say fake. I shout fake. I scream fake. Even the mouka can't be trusted. Most of his miracles should be taken with a pitch of salt. |
Autos › Re: Inside Dangote multi Billion naira car assembling plant (photos) by silibaba: 6:24pm On Feb 03, 2022 |
LegendHero: Omo Dangote no dey play ooo.
Nice one. Lol Where him indomine¿ |
Travel › Re: Man Thanks God As He Emerges Unhurt From Ghastly Accident by silibaba: 7:06pm On Feb 02, 2022 |
slawormiir: Damnnn niggar
Thanking one imaginary being not existing...even if he is existing....he doesn't have power over what happens on planet earth
He survived today doesn't mean he will be lucky tomorrow
For everyday day we wake we are faced with more than a hundred ways to die of which car accident is among ONLY A FOOL SAY THERE IS NO GOOD |
Car Talk › Re: Interiors Of Bugatti, Lamborghini, Mercedes, Bentley. PICK ONLY ONE! (Photos) by silibaba: 5:58pm On Feb 02, 2022 |
I will rather go for innosson motor  Or dangote motor  |
Sports › Re: Robot Referees Will Be Use In The Upcoming Club World Cup. by silibaba: 4:10pm On Feb 02, 2022 |
Nbotee: Robots are taking over Human jobs sha Because humans are using themselves for ritual. So sooner than later, human will do into extinction for robot to takeover  |
Politics › Re: Innoson Vehicles Appreciates Soludo For Making Its Brand His Official Cars (Pix) by silibaba: 7:41pm On Jan 31, 2022 |
jetwonder:
egole? E cho ri ma, e je na nke Emma (in flavour's voice)  |
Jobs/Vacancies › Re: A Room Self Contained Apartment At Ikotun-idimu Road. by silibaba: 2:08pm On Jan 31, 2022 |
If you want to know how to boycott agents let me know. All agents are criminals. |
Romance › Re: My Girlfriend Is Pregnant; Matters Arising by silibaba: 12:35pm On Jan 30, 2022 |
Snok58: My sisters husband is from imo, my brother's wife from Benin. This should tell you about my family... You generizations doesn't hold sway here. I agree but then find a lasting solution to the situation on ground. Two wrongs don't make a right. Swallow your pride bro. Accept all that have happened and re-position. You said you won't tamper your inheritance. Even dangote, innosson dey leverage bank loan.you don't need to suffer before you become rich. Put your father wealth into work bro. |
Romance › Re: My Girlfriend Is Pregnant; Matters Arising by silibaba: 11:56am On Jan 30, 2022*. Modified: 12:25pm On Jan 30, 2022 |
Uche1993: Please I was just going tru the comments and I am tagged as a materialistic person. Please I am not, the only time I have asked for so much more was to buy an iPhone so I can be taking good pictures of my perfumes he gave me 80k and I added my own 100k, also the business he said he started for me, we are on a contract example my last purchase was a total of 170k he gave me 150k and I added my own 20k and from this 150k he gave me I have paid back 122k and what I am owing him is 28k I have not finished selling the perfumes, with whatever I sell I give him money until my debt is complete this is how we work, we only had a money once plus the 28k I am owing him about 34k this is because my sister was in need and I used it to help her out, I promised to pay back even with this pregnancy issue I have your access bank account I maybe late in my payment but a promise is a promise and I will definitely pay back. I am more than grateful to you for supporting my business even tho it’s based on borrow but not many people can do this, when I started cryptocurrency you supported me I am grateful.
But I am proud to say that I am very very supportive and not materialistic, I asked mister victor to go and learn a trade about car parts or house, even if he leaves the country he can then be importing and still be making money.
He put me on an allowance of 5k weekly, aside from this money I have never asked him for any other money (please Victor if I am lieing tell the whole world) never asked for food, clothe, internet subscription, hair nothing at all I make use of this money and even buy him things once in awhile I still have savings with PiggyVest please how am I a bad person.
I asked him to introduce me to his mother, on my part it was not a big deal and I needed it for assurance. I am a very beautiful girl and with a good shape and intelligent, I get request from men on a daily basis, but never have I cheated on victor Infact ask him I do tell men that I am married just so they can leave me alone and to avoid cheating, I don’t collect money from them nothing at all. I have been totally faithful to victor it breaks my heart this morning that he told me that the child is not his own, I have his voice recording denying the child, DNA test would be very okay with me to verify this I don’t mind. I introduced him to my mum because in my family my mum is like our best friend to me and my sister’s, we relate like sisters so it’s more like I was excited to show off my boyfriend to my mum and sister no big deal.
He said I lied about my menstural cycle, lol he know I don’t remember things very well that is why I have an app that records my flow and predicts the next flo also my ovulation too, it was just once at the beginning stage I got angry when he asked me about it but since then I have been open like a book to him about everything he has access to my two phones he checks on my flo app whenever so please victor how did I lie. December period was it not one of the worst months of our relationship I even asked for a break up before my mum intervened how then will I ask for a break up and still plot to carry your child, how victor.
Since 12-1am you woke me up I have been crying I can’t go back to sleep, never in my life did I think victor you will do this to me, if I was asked to swear for you I would. I blocked my mum and sister on call and on WhatsApp because I can’t bear to keep hearing my mother cry and my sister disappointment.
All I asked is to perform the igbo rite, I am from imo and our list is long but I asked victor to come let us plan this out, I was there when my sister did her trad her husband did not do everything on the list we can simply present what we have but at least we have done something, and our child will have your name and two parents.
Please if you are a woman reading this or a doctor, I have been experiencing stinging pains in my tummy and my back hurts, please is it normal. I don’t have friends to talk to I can’t talk to my mum and sister I am ashamed to talk to them, obviously I can’t talk to victor, please I need help is this pain normal, it’s more painful on the lower part of my tummy. All your boyfriend's excuses doesn't add up. Now I understand everything. I will be very precise, Enugu and anambra has this natural hatred for imo people. I don't just know why. Let me tell you the truth, he never planned to marry you. I guess he wanted the hit and run stuff. Am from Imo and my wife from enugu, nsukka to be precise. Her people never like me for a single reason. What kept us is just the love that existed right from day one. I met her during my youth service in Anambra state(i served in her school). I married her in her final year, immediate I pass out.I got a small job back then with an fmcg company but now self employed and today we are good and I bless God. Blessed with three boys the 2nd and third are set of twins. I don't even visit her brothers. Life is too short. I don't know why nice girls always end up with the the wrong guys while the bad one dey get luck for marriage things. I still dey church, when I return, I go lash that you boyfriend. |
Romance › Re: My Girlfriend Is Pregnant; Matters Arising by silibaba: 10:34am On Jan 30, 2022 |
Snok58: Good day guys. I apologize for the long read and typos.
I met my girlfriend last year and everything has been moving fine. She was someone I intend to marry regardless of our issues. She is very loving and caring.
On my own part, I just finished my masters and I've not been able to get a good job. I used my savings to get a car and my friend gave me free accommodation in Abuja and I started uber. I'm a struggling guy but I come from a wealthy home, my father passed on recently and I control most things but I just remit them to my mum and I stopped her from giving me anything because I don't get satisfaction spending my parents money.
My girlfriend is young but she dreams of getting married early, I understand but I needed her to be industrious. I started a business for her in October which she tries a lot and she's making baby steps. I also give her stipends every month.
Our sex life is cool and I've tried using condom but she always frowned at it, so I resulted in calculating her free period, it was going well until a day she refused to tell me her cycle after we had sex. I got pissed and confronted her that I'm not ready for her to be pregnant, she said she won't and she's also not ready for it.
I came back from Abuja briefly in December and I was with her, I asked her for the cycle and she shifted the date and I miscalculated, long story short, as at yesterday she is 6weeks pregnant.
She told me the result, I asked her what should we do, she said she'll keep it but I'll have to do traditional marriage. Hmm, sincerely I did not want the child at this time. I told her I can be a father but I am not ready to be a husband, trouble erupted; she told her mum and her sister they called me I stood my ground that I'm not financially capable of setting up a family. She called my elder sister, I also did not bulge but however my sister noticed that she was building her judgment of me on my family wealth. I told my sister, I will only set up a family with only my acquired wealth and as it stands I'm only an uber driver.
I confronted my babe yesterday and it was evident that she wanted and planned for the pregnancy, she was happy. I was livid I told her that since she planned it, she should handle it that I just owe her money for the baby and delivery if she decides to keep it, and that my marriage plan will be put on hold, because I'll have to spend my savings. I was saving to do traditional marriage then travel out if things don't change. A child was the last thing on my list.
My girlfriend has blocked me everywhere and I suspect that her family are of the opinion that it's either I do traditional marriage or she removes it.
Guys my relationship is seriously threatened, I need advice vis a vis bashing Stand your ground. |