ThoughtsInTots

 I was listening to a radio program in the taxi I joined this afternoon.  The program was centered on "Spilling truth about something you lied about in the past" One man's story left me dumbfounded..... He narrates how his two sisters in law gave birth at the same time in the same hospital.  He was asked by his brothers to deliver food to their wives. He got there and found both mothers asleep by their babies in the cot beside their beds. Then an idea occurred to him... He swapped the babies and when he decided to swap them back to their rightful cots, an aunt entered.  Out of fear, he left the hospital.  Two years later, the baby girls have grown with different parents with "Mr.Swapper" still living with them in the same house. An issue popped up with one family, one thing led to another and DNA got inside..because the two fathers are actually half-brothers, what happened eventually happened. Court case came in, divorce looming,broken home in the process with M...

  Title: Humility-Defined and Made Practical  Genre: Non-Fiction (Spirituality) Author: Ato Tutu Baidoo Reviewer: Rosemond (Ama Rose) Nyansafo  "Humility-Defined and Made Practical" by Ato Tutu Baidoo is a thought-provoking and deeply introspective book that explores the concept of humility in a refreshing and profound way. As you delve into its pages, you embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery that challenges your perception of humility and encourages personal growth. The author's writing style is captivating and eloquent, effortlessly weaving together personal anecdotes, philosophical musings, and insightful observations. Each page brims with wisdom and invites readers to reflect on their own beliefs and attitudes towards humility. The author's ability to seamlessly blend personal experiences with broader philosophical concepts allows for a relatable and engaging read. What sets "Humility" apart is its unique perspective on humility, challeng...

  BOOK TITLE- ADZE GENRE- FICTION AUTHOR- KOFI DZOGBEWU REVIEWER- ROSEMOND (AMA ROSE) NYANSAFO "Adze" by Kofi Dzogbewu is a fascinating and immersive novel set in the heart of West Africa, which delves into the rich world of Ghanaian mythology and culture. This book takes readers on a thrilling adventure, filled with suspense, magic, and timeless lessons. The story revolves around the central character, Selase, a young woman who discovers her unique powers as an Adze, a supernatural being in the Ghanaian folklore while being held in captive in the “facility”. As she grapples with her newfound abilities, Selase is faced with a crucial decision that could forever change the delicate balance between humans and the spirit world. One of the strengths of "Adze" lies in the author's vivid storytelling abilities. Kofi Dzogbewu effortlessly weaves together the complexities of Ghanaian mythology, history, and contemporary issues, making the narrative both alluring and edu...

  Book Title: Revenge from the African Jungle Genre:Literary Fiction  Author: Fuseini Abubakar   Reviewer: Rosemond (Ama Rose) Nyansafo  Revenge from the African Jungle by Fuseini Abubakar is a captivating adventure novel that takes readers on a thrilling journey through the African jungle. The story is filled with suspense, action, and themes of redemption, making it an engaging and satisfying read. The novel follows the protagonist, Bariki, a young African man seeking to find his purpose and path through several opportunities. His luck shines when he identifies the skill of hunting and discovers a “hunting friend” along this expedition. His good fortune becomes a bad omen to another group of others set deep within the African Jungle. As Bariki expands his fortunes and fame, his enemies in contrast widen their plots to take their revenge. Abubakar's writing style is vivid and descriptive, painting a clear and concise picture of the dense African jungle and...

  One day, the chants of joy  that once escaped from vocal cords. Would be lesser than mere whispers, In this life's hurdles and lots. We patiently await the moment, with careful impatience. When stimulus and empathy  bear resemblance to us no more. Of that very time,  where gravity shall bear us no grudge.

 With that sad stricken face and heaviness gnawing at her timid heart, she banged the wooden door and hurriedly stepped outside. She was met with the cold wind gently massaging the frown on her face. She remembered she had left her favorite red scarf but she wasn't perturbed, she would go back later for it. Her legs moved but not in the direction of her brain. She heard voices.... and then shouts...and then cries but before her mind could decipher,the bicycle with its rider had come straight at her like a morsel of fufu headed for the mouth. In just that moment of brief, she had tried to escape the awaiting embrace of the gutter whose smell could awaken the dead and send a sane man crazy at the same time.  Worse, this particular gutter had multiple contents of unrecognizable matter...  The inevitable happened as she fell into it like a ripe mango falling to the surface of the earth. The frown and anger she felt turned into despair and anguish.  Should she rise to fac...

Ami stared blankly at the questions laid in front of her begging for answers... Honestly she had no clue and didn't even know where to begin. She thought the test was going to be solely on one's personal experience in the classroom situation since the job in question was Teaching. She had passed the first hurdle which was the interview session and went ahead to download a whole book on "Principles of Education" when she was told there was going to be a test; the last obstacle to her financial freedom after three years of staying home.  Her neighbours were tired of seeing her face all day, her pet had gotten tired of having her around that it hid from her and only approached when she had food with her. But here she was, looking at the gateway to her monthly salary now turning into a mirage or some sort of nightmare. She had even made a list of the items she would buy the following month, the hierarchy list of debtors to pay and the chosen the place for her first leave....