Why Gachie killed my desire to obtain a driving license.

Image Source: aakenya.co.ke Hello there, been a minute. I recently came across some hilariously written story on Wanderlust Diaries on Facebook and was reminded of many years back when I resided in Ruaka and worked for a Non Governmental Organization based in Westlands. The commute to and fro was pretty convenient given I would take …

It´s been all Good, Singleville

It has been 525 days, more than a year and a half into singlehood. Shocker, I know, given most of you just recently found out. My previous relationship was an 8 year journey that was totally worth the while. I have an article on here about how to make your relationship last. And no, am …

The Meaning of ‘Happy Father’s Day’ for a Daughter Raised by a Single Mother.

Do not get it twisted. I have a father, whom I totally love and revere. Every time this day comes am however left wondering whether I would have preferred a better one than the one I am currently blessed with. My answer is always the same. Yes, the same man I call Dad would still …

YouTube channel name change

Image by Marlon Romanelli from Pixabay Happy Easter y’all, As most of you may know by now, there has been a change of name of the YouTube channel I have been creating on. From today henceforth, you can find me on YouTube @herloveisqueen, which is also my Instagram and Twitter handle. Credit: Essie Love Doc …

Random: A Racist Pandemic, Black Lives Matter, Coronated, What’s Happening?

Unsplash.com This is the 4th time blogging this week and despite the fact that I have been unwell for the last 3 days or so, It is beyond fulfilling having to pick up my iPad and type away whenever I feel like it. I love and enjoy writing. I have been down with a cold …

What does an Anxiety Attack Feel Like?

Pixabay.com Have you ever had an anxiety attack? The feel like your heart is literally about to detach from your chest. I am trying to find a better narrative to describe this but if you have had one, then you certainly have an idea. Your body feels like it is crawling out of your skin, …

Introducing ZuriChats: When it Rains, Play and Dance in the Puddle

Pixabay.com I remember with nostalgia the optimism with which we started this year. I was rostered for duty at 0500am on 1st January, 2020 so my 31st of December 2019 was spent indoors, chilling. My partner was reporting to work at midnight of the new year, she was up by 7pm to begin preparing, given …

My COVID-19 Story: When Reality Hits

Yours truly This night owl is up, as usual, getting some writing done. I suspect most of us had compiled ‘to do’ lists, missions and objectives for 2020. Well, that was before the COVID-19 pandemic came knocking and everything came to a screeching halt. Here is my account of the build up to that grim …

A Review: Amazing Must-Have Compression Stockings

The Just4Crew Compression stockings are stretchable 85% Nylon and 15% Spandex garments that are very beneficial to protect you from the development of moderate to severe varicose veins, deep vein thrombosis, edema and venous ulcers among other medical conditions. They are 60DEN tights. Denier refers to the opacity and thickness of yarns that are used …