From Selection to Investigation: Sibling Rivalry in the Bathroom
My son is in puberty. He is more self-conscious. He wants to have his clean and dry towel to bathe with. He is becoming quite particular about being clean. Before…
TikTok Tune: The Catchy Chorus of the Singing Homeless Wordsmith
My Daughter asks me,” Daddy have you heard the song from the singing homeless man? He has gone viral on TikTok. What’s the song? “If you put a buck in…
Brilla’s Triumph: How a Parent’s Persistence Changed Academic Fortunes
I can count the number of times I have cried in my life. I have done so only twice. The first time was the nurse slapping my bum when I…
License Lost: The Unfortunate Turn of Events After a Joyous Milestone
A friend of mine passes his exams and gets his driver's license. The next day he registers a brand new car. He is driving the car home. He looks at…
From Struggles to Triumph: A Simple Daily Question’s Impact on Grades
My kids are 6 and 8 years old. I have always had private tuition for them at home. It is to supplement their formal tuition. The challenge is their performance…
Detention Deception: Turning Weeding into a Town Boys’ Affair
I am in Senior Secondary School. It's time for English. We are waiting for the English Teacher. I am having a chat with a friend of mine. The class Prefect…
Highway Holdup: A Debt Repayment Takes a Backseat to Survival
Daniel owes Godwin money. Daniel meets Godwin and pays him off. Godwin is happy and relieved that the transaction is closed. Daniel and Godwin decide to grab a taxi together.…
Airborne Anxiety: Navigating Mixed Messages at the Check-In Counter
I am traveling through a few African countries. I am at the Airport waiting to check-in. I am told the plane is delayed. What? Not to worry. I go and…
From Luxury to Accessibility: The Changing Face of Mobile Affordability
It's 1996. Mobile phones are emerging in Ghana. Spacefon is the first mobile phone company. My Dad cannot wait to get his hands on one. My dad buys a mobile…
Tiny Teeth, Big Bites: A Parent’s Journey Through Pacifier Replacement
My son is 1 year old. His favorite object is a pacifier. The problem is my son has teeth now. So he is chewing the pacifier. When he breaks it,…