Stephanie Linus Daily

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  • My Heart Goes Out to Victims of the Nepal Earthquake

    I was watching CNN a few hours ago and cringed every time I heard the death toll of victims of the Nepal Earthquake.

    5000 people dead in one tragic event! This is so so sad.

    A 7.9 magnitude earthquake struck Nepal at 11:56 AM on April 25, 2015 and since then, news of the death toll and after effects have been pouring in in shocking numbers. More than 400,000 homes have been destroyed and hundreds are still missing.

    My heart goes out to all those who have tragically died from the devastating earthquake

    May every soul rest in peace, may the lost be found, may the wounded victims be healed and hearts be comforted.

    SL Fabz, why don’t you join me and say a prayer for Nepal in the comments section.

  • Three Amazing Years

    Today is a very special day for me. I’m sure by now you know why 🙂

    It’s been three amazing years of marriage with my darling husband and I’m so grateful to God for all his mercies thus far.

    I have so much to be thankful for, so much to celebrate, and its all because God has been so good to us. If I had to do this all over again, I will choose the same man. God bless you Linus Idahosa. You are one in a million.

    I’ve been overwhelmed by your kind messages and wishes so far. Today has been really special ‘cos every where I turn, every message I check, I see prayers and blessings.

    Thanks so much SL Fabz. You are the best!

    May your marriages continue to grow from strength to strength.

    xoxo

  • 9 Things Women Do That Men Love

    The truth about women – and the men who love them – goes beyond how they look or what they wear. Sometimes, its the less obvious attributes women have that get their man’s attention.

    So, ladies, I did us a favour by asking people, mostly men, about what gets their attention. Here are some of the responses I got.

    1. Flipping Your Hair: Women do this better with a hairstyle that has a front or side fringe. It might seem very innocent, but men love it when women do that. Trust me. I know.

    2. Adjusting His Tie: Ladies, do you sometimes reach for your husband’s tie and adjust it, even when it really doesn’t need to be adjusted… Lol! He might not say it, but he loves the thoughtfulness behind that action.

    3. Leaving Some Treats For Him: Most times, when I buy myself a treat, it could be anything from chocolates to a rare fruit, I leave some in the fridge for my hubby. It’s not about the price of the treat, but the thought behind leaving some for him that matters.

    4. Getting Your Makeup Done: I know most men grumble when they are about to go out with their wives and she is spending the whole time putting her makeup on. He might not like being kept waiting, but he likes the fact that you put extra care into looking good when going out with him.

    5. Acting Goofy: Sometimes, its cool to just act silly and childish. Men love this. You could do a silly dance or talk in a funny voice and just make the mood lighter. This brings about some healthy laughter which is great for any relationship.

    6. Cooking Rare & Tasty Meals: Most times, women think that because cooking is something they do regularly, there is nothing so special about it. I disagree. Men appreciate the time their wives spend in the kitchen cooking for them, especially if the meal is lip-smacking tasty.

    7. Biting Your Lips: When done the right way, with just enough eye contact, you are sure to melt your man’s heart.

    8. Scolding With Love: Men can act like babies some times…. leave their clothes lying around, messing up the house with litter, scattering their clothes moments after you arranged it! They know they did wrong, but the way you react and scold them lightly with love makes all the difference to them. They totally love it (even though they will do the same thing again).

    9. ____________

    I’d love to hear from you SL Fabz. Tell me one more thing women do that men love.

  • FRIENDSHIP: For A Season Or Forever?

    We go through life in different phases; it seems just like yesterday when I was a little girl in primary school with colourful ribbons in my hair. Fast forward to now, I am a grown woman, probably in the busiest period of my life. Every now and then, I find myself thinking of “old” friends and what they are up to. When I had “best friends” in primary and secondary school, and even up till University, I had thought such friendships would last forever.

    Life happened, and though it seems you won’t be able to survive without having those awesome people around you, you move on to the next phase, and develop new relationships.

    So what do you think?

    Are some friendships meant to just last for a season or period in life; or are they meant to be kept and nurtured forever, no matter the time or place? Do you have friends who have been in your life forever? Why do you think we have best friends for a season and then grow apart after a while?

    Please share your thoughts.

  • 5 Quotes On Life To Start A New Week

    It’s Monday!

    Welcome to another brand new week SL Fabz.

    To get started on a bright note, here are 5 wise sayings from some of the world’s greatest minds I think would inspire you.

    On thoughts “The mind is everything. What you think you become.” – Buddha
    On self-examination “An unexamined life is not worth living” – Socrates
    On decisions “I am not a product of my circumstances. I am a product of my decisions.” – Stephen Covey
    On risks “You can’t fall if you don’t climb. But there is no joy in living your whole life on the ground.” – Unknown
    On Helping “If you want to lift yourself up, lift up someone else.” – Booker T. Washington

    Have a great week.

  • Taking One Step At A Time

    “There is no one giant step that does it. It’s a lot of little steps.” – Peter A. Cohen

    Sometimes, we just want to do many things all at once: give extra time to your family, take a business course, learn how to swim, or read one book a week. We build such a high castles of desires, and then it seems we just are not making progress at any one.

    There are a few tips I think you would find helpful in making that progress you really want to see.

    1. Do not rush. Keep calm, and draw a plan. You cannot do all those many things you want to do in one day.

    2. Consistency. Give a little time to each activity every day. That way, you are making measurable progress. It could be as little as fifteen minutes, and as much as five hours.

    3. There is no balance, but a scale of priorities. When people say things like someone is able to balance work and marriage, though I understand what they are trying to say, but that is not entirely true. Where is the balance when your spouse is sick, and you have an important business trip to make? At that point, you choose what really matters to you.

    4. Technically, while you are busy attending your friend’s wedding, you might be missing an important business opportunity; while taking a part-time course, you are missing out on some family time, and while reading that book, you could have been sleeping or watching a movie.

    5. Making Time: There is no phase in your life when you would ever “ have time”; you “make time.” If it is important, you have to create time for it.

    In essence, always know what is important at every point in time, but never be so caught up in life’s motions that you forget to live.

    Have a lovely new week!

  • A Reason To LIVE

    Each new day is a chance to live more, and love more.

    Life truly is beautiful, it just depends on the view you choose. Here is a “dangerously” inspiring quote that says:

    “This life is for loving, sharing, learning, smiling, caring, forgiving, laughing, hugging, helping, dancing, wondering, healing, and even more loving. I choose to live life this way. I want to live my life in such a way that when I get out of bed in the morning, the devil says, ‘aw shit, he’s up!” – Steve Maraboli.

    So, get up today with a spring in your steps and choose to live life to the fullest today!

    Have a great day SL Fabz.

  • Home Remedies For Treating Split Ends

    Hi SL Fabz,

    I hope your day has been great so far.

    It seems growing long and healthy hair is hot topic here so I promise we’re gonna discuss it more in the coming weeks. In my last post on 5 Tips to Maintaining Longer & Healthier Hair, some people asked questions about dealing with hair breakage and split ends.

    Split ends occur when hair becomes weak and begins to break near the end of the hair shaft. It can be caused by several factors such as excessive heat, use of harsh styling products and brushing hair when it is wet.

    The secret to dealing with split ends is moisture! And the best kind of moisture for your hair is gotten from natural products. You can tame split ends by providing your hair with extra moisture and getting a trim every two months.

    Here is a guideline to getting shiny and healthy hair using all natural ingredients.

    What you need:

      • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
      • 1 Tablespoon of honey
      • 1 large raw egg yolk
      • 1 tablespoon of coconut oil

    How to use it:

    • Put your ingredients into a bowl, and use a whisk to blend.
    • Apply the mixture from mid-length up (applying it from the roots are a little too heavy and may weigh down the hair)
    • Ensure that you work the ingredients evenly into your ends.
    • Leave the treatment on for about twenty minutes to one hour.
    • Use warm water to shampoo and condition.

    Do this regularly and see the wonders it does to your hair!

    Does anyone have any other home remedy for hair breakage and split ends?

  • Get Your Groove On! Alluring Lipstick Shades You Could Try Out

    Everyone knows the wonder a good lipstick does, especially the iconic red lipstick. But many women – regardless of their skin colour – usually have challenges finding a suitable colour that suits them.

    Here are 7 lipstick shades that would look good on you:

    1. Sleek Papaya Punch: A rich coral-orange and applies smoothly. It is also a good gradient when applied with a purple lipstick.

    sleek
    2. MAC Ruby Woo: Internet reviews dub this vibrant red lipstick as the “perfect sexy red from the runway to you.” I think its lovely too.

    mac ruby woo
    3. Nars in Chelsea Girls: A nude beige high-shine lip color with a unique texture. Should suit any skin colour.

    nars4. Lancôme’s L’Absolu Rouge Grande Amour: This is flawless, and perfect for dark skinned ladies.

    lancome
    5. MAC Fixed on Drama: If you want that edgy look, this is a highly pigmented (deep wine), easy to apply and long wearing lipstick .

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    6. Mac Flat Out Fabulous: If you like some colour, this cool-toned, fuschia-plum with a flat matte finish should work perfectly.

    mac flat out
    7. Kate Rimmel Nude: This is more suitable for a daytime natural look. You could spice it up with a little lip-liner and gloss.

    kate rimmel
    I hope you find these suggestions really helpful when next you want to get your groove on.

    Remember, one great trick for looking beautiful, is by feeling beautiful!

    Ladies, which one is your favorite? Mine is the MAC Ruby Woo.

     

    Photo Credit: Poshmark.com, Lipstickalley.com, Pinterest

  • If You Were A Book

    Books are very important because they have been around for a long time. Books are timeless, and like a three way bridge, they preserve the minds of those that came before us, serve as custodians of present realities, and are counsellors for the future. So long as we are breathing, we should be reading.

    In many ways, you are what you read.

    If you were a book, what book would that be?