Dream-Katcha

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“A dream is not reality but whose to say which is which” no-pigeonhole Curiosity.Compassion.Courage❤️#Afrikaiswoke

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WHAT IS DISTANCE/ONLINE COUNSELLING?

WHAT IS DISTANCE/ONLINE COUNSELLING?

WHAT IS DISTANCE/ONLINE COUNSELLING?

Distance counselling is all clinical consultations and services that are done via telephone and various internet – assisted modalities (text, email, chat and video conferencing).

With the advent of internet, communications have been revolutionised and basic tenets of human relationships have been intensified, broadened and challenged. It is with this in mind…

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KINDNESS IS SURVIVAL OF THE FITTEST!

KINDNESS IS SURVIVAL OF THE FITTEST!

Kindness is often frowned upon, it is usually perceived as weakness. In a capitalist driven world, ruthless competition,selfishness, looking out for one’s own interests is often encouraged. Yet if we’re to survive as a human race, kindness is one of the most important virtues and interpersonal skill we all need to foster.

WHAT IS KINDNESS?

According to the Collins dictionary Kindness is the…

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DID YOU KNOW THAT SEPTEMBER IS MBIRA MONTH!

DID YOU KNOW THAT SEPTEMBER IS MBIRA MONTH!

My curiosity with Mbira Music continues to take me to interesting people l’d never otherwise meet. I’m learning to place the Mbira Huru instrument from a master teacher Kudakwashe Kangombe. Kuda has an oasis of knowledge Mbira instruments and music. I have the priviledge and honor to tap into his knowledge base. Enjoy my interview with Kuda Kangombe below!

Who is Kuda Kangombe, what attracted you…

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BOOK REVIEW:HEAR ME ALONE By Thando Mggolozana

BOOK REVIEW:HEAR ME ALONE By Thando Mggolozana

But he asked: “Have you been helping yourself to a man’s wife?” It was extreme theft amngo my people, and the punishmnet was high, even if the wife was a concubine. Stealing a man’s wife could not be equated with the stealing of sheep and oil. Granted, these materials were essentials without which our lives would be dry. But a woman! A woman, in my world, was a man’s most treasured property.. pg…

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IS THERE A RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN ANCESTRAL CALLING AND MENTAL ILLNESS?

IS THERE A RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN ANCESTRAL CALLING AND MENTAL ILLNESS?

WHAT IS ANCESTRAL CALLING?

Ancestral calling Ubizo according to Southern Africa Nguni people is an awakening to one’s purpose called on by our ancestors. It is usually to be a healer Sangoma, though healing is just one of many reasons/gifts of ancestral calling.

Amadlozi or Vadzimuare ancestors of the Nguni people. Ancestors are summoned for help as they’re considered to be custodians of our…

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Sponsored - MOTHERS AND MONEY MATTERS

Sponsored – MOTHERS AND MONEY MATTERS

Wow! its hard to believe that the first quarter of 2019 i s almost over. Time surely does fly, this makes me cognisance of the shortness of life, therefore importance in celebrating and living your best life now! One of those celebrated roles is that of a mother.

Mother’s Day recognised throughout the world celebrates unique women living or deceased we call ‘Mother’ , ‘Amai’ , ‘Umama’ , ‘Mom’ ,…

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#Mother&039;s Day

CROCHET POUF OF MANY COLORS - BIRTHDAY GIFT TO SELF

CROCHET POUF OF MANY COLORS – BIRTHDAY GIFT TO SELF

Wow l can’t believe the first quarter of 2019 in almost over! BUT my new year officially started as April is my birthday month! To spoil myself I decided to crochet this Pouf Of Many Colors. I found the free pattern on Its All In A Nutshell crochet blog. I love colors and l had pieces of yarn from previous projects lying around so what a useful way of utilising that yarn.

The project itself is…

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WHY IS READING FOR PLEASURE IS IMPORTANT?

WHY IS READING FOR PLEASURE IS IMPORTANT?

Reading for pleasure is often viewed as a waste of time. Most people read books or any material on a need to know basis. Unless you’re an academic, naturally curious, reading on a need to know is often boring and difficult for many people. The number of people who read for pleasure has always been small in-spite of the belief that people read less and have fragmented attention today. A small…

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#READING CULTURE

WOMEN'S DAY LEAVES NO ONE BEHIND - ROLES MEN PLAY?

WOMEN’S DAY LEAVES NO ONE BEHIND – ROLES MEN PLAY?

March is the monthof celebrating and acknowedging women’s achievements throughout the world. In the famous words of Simone de Beauvoir, “Women are not born, they are made.” The same is true of men. The making of a man or a woman is a never-ending process that begins before birth – from the moment someone begins to wonder if the pending child will be a boy or a girl. And the ritual announcement at…

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IS SPEAKING YOUR MOTHER TONGUE IMPORTANT?

IS SPEAKING YOUR MOTHER TONGUE IMPORTANT?

February 21st each year since 2000 observes International Mother language day. Our mother tongues are an essential part of our thinking minds, our identities and the bedrock of all our learning. Languages tap into the world’s rich cultural diversity, memory, tradition ,unique ways of thinking and expression. It is very important in today’s global village to preserve one’s mother tongue.

WHY IS…

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#International Mother Language Day #Mother tongues

WHY CHILDREN'S INTERNET SAFETY IS IMPORTANT

WHY CHILDREN’S INTERNET SAFETY IS IMPORTANT

Internet safety for children has become more important that ever before as we’re living in the information and technology era. Family dynamics, parental styles usually determine how soon children can access the internet. This however does not eliminate the fact that children access the internet even without the consent or knowledge of parents. It is then important for parents and or primary care…

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#KIDS INTERNET SAFETY

REST PEACEFULLY OLIVER 'TUKU' MTUKUDZI

REST PEACEFULLY OLIVER ‘TUKU’ MTUKUDZI

A GREAT ARTIST ‘TUKU’ HAS FALLEN!

Its Sunday the 20th of January 2019 l’m about to drive out so l randomly select Oliver Mtukudzi Greatest Hits 1998 – 2002 CD from our music collection. Three days of blasting and thoroughly enjoying Tuku’s music ,l learn with great sadness Oliver ‘Tuku’ Mtukudzi had succumbed to a long battle with ill-health on the 23rd of January 2019 ironically the same day Hug…

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SUCCEEDING AT ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN ZIMBABWE

SUCCEEDING AT ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN ZIMBABWE

Today’s economy is difficult for many people and being an entrepreneur is a road very few take because its often fraught with unforeseen challenges. Many people would like to have more money, acquire the freedom to spend time either with loved ones or pursue interests in a way that suits them best, as well as leave behind a legacy of financial success for generations to come. If you’re that…

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SHELL STITCH CROCHET BABY BLANKET

SHELL STITCH CROCHET BABY BLANKET

SHELL STITCH CROCHET BABY BLANKET

This shell stitch crochet baby blanket l made for a work colleague. Shell stitch is a bit boring as its a repetition of the same thing and depending on the size of the hook needle being used to crochet if can be quick or quite slow. Its however an easy stitch to learn. Below is the Youtube video l used.

Peace 🙂

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Spiro Square and Shell Stitch crochet combination

Spiro Square and Shell Stitch crochet combination

SPIRO SQUARE AND SHELL STITCH COMBINATION

Here l played around with two separate stitches from Its all in a nutshell. The Spiro stitch has intricate detailing so can be a bit challenging but once you get the hang of it is relatively easy. I made this baby blanket for my aunt’s son’s wife, my child in our traditional culture who recently had her first baby boy. Below is my end result, not bad…

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Crochet Rectangle granny Afghan

Crochet Rectangle granny Afghan

Modern Rectangle granny Afghan

This is a very easy project. Pattern is on below video by The Crochet Crowd, another great crochet platform to follow. I made this Afgan for my best friend and soul sister for more than 15 years and still counting, true friends like her are a rare gem especially as we older, it gets harder to connect authentically with people as life’s vicissitudes can wear down…

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Crochet Baby Cluster Waves Blanket

Crochet Baby Cluster Waves Blanket

Crochet Baby Cluster Waves Blanket

One of my first attempts at crocheting as a gift for someone.This pattern is by The crochet Crowd, Youtube video below. Its very easy and quick as its repeating these clusters over and over until you reach desired size. This blanket was my second baby blanket gift but my first one at attempting crochet. The first baby blanket l knitted it but l suck at…

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