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List of articles in this edition
Fathers and daughters – relationships that both inspire and disappoint
Profound. Long-lasting. Fathers and daughters – relationships that traverse from great friendships to unhealthy father daughter relationships. We examine, in this article, the real issues and the nature of impact of a father on his daughter’s future. Why is a father figure central to a girl’s development? We dig deep into the impact of different types…
Sumptuous dessert
A cake tops it alt, completes a meal, an occasion. This delicious fruitcake will make the perfect dessert for Christmas dinner. INGREDIENTS 250g butter 4 eggs 350g wheat flour 230g dark brown sugar 2 tbs baking powder 160g sultanas 100g currants 250g chopped glazed cherries 45g glazed apricots 80g coarsely crushed cashew nuts 1tbs grated…
Be a gracious host
Hosting a successful dinner is every hosts’ desire. But this becomes a challenge when large numbers are involved, for Christmas is about people and food. Here is what to do to ensure it turns out so. Guest list Prepare a guest list and keep in mind that not all of your invites will attend. The…
Dealing with the aftermath of the Christmas party
The party has been great. You have just seen the last guest off, and the rest of the household has retired to sleep. As you too call it a day you cannot help but suddenly notice that your house looks like it has been hit by a hurricane. Not to worry, here is what to…
Making money during Christmas
Christmas time is a time to spend. But is there a way that one can make some extra money during this period? One way of doing this is by targeting the money-spenders; and by giving thought to what might interest them and their families. You could plan early so that people can start purchasing your…
Their Christmas gifts-do you need help?
Christmas is a time for giving and receiving. There are those among us who do not necessarily want anything. Then there are those who seem to have everything, making it hard for you to pick something for them. So how do you make the gift shopping experience easier and fun? When it comes to exchanging…
15 easy ideas for Christmas décor
The Christmas season for most people is indeed a busy time. This is more so when it finds you pregnant, for you may find that you have little or no energy left to decorate your home. Dedicating time to find unique and high quality ideas for Christmas decoration may be the last thing on your…
Boredom busters at Christmas time
Christmas is a most enjoyable time for both kids and grown ups. It is a time when almost everyone has a long holiday; a chance for you to meet your loved ones. But how do you occupy your time together with fun activities? Below are some suggestions that you could use to improve the quality…
Father-who art thou?
A friend once complained that the human male (the father especially) is the most neglected and endangered species. The man is responsible for everything that goes wrong in the household. He is the one branded insensitive, the philanderer, wife-batterer, criminal among others. As a result, pro-female organizations like Empowering the Girl-child, Maendeleo ya Wanawake, FIDA…
The don’t s of Life Insurance
You may have been a victim of chasing after your insurance compensation. Or you may know someone who has been. Talk of endless appointments to ‘investigate’ your cover’s anomaly, court cases after another—until your file papers yellow with age. Not mentioning your lawyer’s fees, physical and mental fatigue. And with the beckoning of many other…
