Stephanie Linus Daily

Category: Steph’s Lounge

  • What I Caught On TV: Highlights From The 2015 Oscars

    Last night was a historical one in Hollywood as some of the world’s finest actors and contributors to the movie industry were celebrated.

    It’s always lovely to see great talents rewarded and I couldn’t help but follow the event keenly.

    A big congratulations to everyone who picked up awards and all the nominees too. They are all winners.

    British actor Eddie Redmayne won the best actor award for The Theory of Everything, while Julianne Moore picked up best actress for Still Alice. Dark comedy Birdman won best film and best director for Mexican film-maker Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu.

    Another highlight of the event was when John Legend and Common brought the house to tears with their rendition of best song winner “Glory,” from the film “Selma.” Images from the Selma-to-Montgomery march and of march leader Martin Luther King, Jr. played out behind them, as a growing chorus joined the stage. By the time the powerful performance was over, the audience was out of their seats applauding and “Selma” lead David Oyelowo had tears streaming down his face. It was indeed memorable to watch.

    Watch the video below:

    And let’s not forget the fashion! There were some really stunning outfits on the red carpet. But the interesting thing about fashion is that its not only about wearing a great outfit, its also about how you carry yourself in it.

    It was really hard to choose but here are my top 5 picks from the red carpet:

    Reese Witherspoon
    Reese Witherspoon
    Rosamund Pike
    Rosamund Pike
    Jennifer Lopez
    Jennifer Lopez
    Emma Stone
    Emma Stone
    Chrissy Teigen
    Chrissy Teigen

    The good thing about awards such as this is that it reminds us that talent can be celebrated. There were some great winners last year, and this year, awesome winners too. Depending on the movie, the production team, the time and other factors, people shine at their own time so its important to give them a chance to become the best they can be.

    What do you think about the award winners and the ceremony?

  • Is it OK to reject a Valentine’s Day gift?

    Hi SL Fabz,

    I hope you all had a fab Valentine weekend!

    Someone asked me the question above and the first thing that came to my mind was Omawumi’s song ‘If you ask me, na who I go ask?‘ Lol! But then I remembered my dear SL Fabz and decided to bring the question here.

    Really, I’ve never been in that sort of situation where I had to reject a gift given to me on Valentine’s Day. But I know there are a number of situations that could result to that.

    Maybe the gift was inappropriate or too intimate… imagine a guy you really don’t like giving you a sexy lingerie! Or you felt the gift would put you in a compromising situation…. like a married man or someone you know is in a relationship giving you an ‘I love you‘ gift.

    In such situations, I think such gifts should be rejected. Or what do you think? Have you ever been in such a situation? Is it OK to reject a Valentine’s day gift? If you answer is YES, what kind of situation could warrant such a rejection?

    Let’s discuss!

     

  • My Special Valentine’s Day Wish To You

    Yes, Valentine’s Day is here. It’s a day that celebrates the only thing on earth that is worth cherishing – love.
    As busy as we get, we need to be reminded that we need to share and celebrate love. Valentine’s Day is a good day for me to stop and realize how wonderful you SL Fabz make me feel.

    I wish you a lifetime of love
    Happiness that never ends
    Songs of laughter
    Warmth of family and friends

    I wish you days that are bright
    And filled with dreams
    A world of faith and hope
    And joy that’s everlasting

    I wish you constant peace
    And good days ahead
    You deserve this and more
    My dear sweet friend

    Happy Valentine’s Day 2015!

  • 10 Romantic Text Messages To Send To Your Loved One On Valentine’s Day

    Hi SL Fabz,

    Remember I gave you some tips yesterday on how to enjoy Valentine’s Day without spending too much? Click HERE if you missed it. One of the tips I gave is to write sweet words for your love and today, I’m here to make that easier with some text message ideas to share on Valentine’s Day.

    You can thank me later *wink*

    Here are 10 interesting picks:

    1. Hey! Do you know what I just noticed? Cute has U in the middle! No wonder I found you so sweet and special all along. Happy Valentine’s Day!

    2. My days and nights are spent thinking of you. My dreams have come true now that you are in my life. Happy Valentine’s Day!

    3. In life, love is never planned, nor does it happen for a reason. But when love is real, it becomes your plan for life and reason for living. Happy Valentine’s Day my love.

    4. Even though we don’t get to be with each other as much as we’d like, I wanted you to know… In the morning… In the night…. You are on my mind 24 x 7

    5. No poems, no fancy words. I just want the world to know that I LOVE YOU my Princess with all my heart. Happy Valentine’s Day.

    6. Love is missing someone whenever you’re apart, but somehow feeling warm inside because you’re close in heart. As we are, Happy Valentine’s Day sweetheart.

    7. There are only two times that I want to be with you
    NOW & FOREVER

    8. Love can be expressed in many ways.
    One way I know is to send it across the distance to the person who is reading this.
    ♥ ♥ ♥ Happy Valentine’s Day ♥ ♥ ♥

    9. I can fake a smile when I feel sad, I can pretend to be happy when I feel bad. But one thing I can’t do, is pretend that I don’t love you.

    10. You are my heart, my soul, my treasure, my today, my tomorrow, my forever, my everything. Happy Valentine’s Day.

    Do you have a favorite on this list? Which one?

    You can add yours to the list too.

  • 6 Cool Ways To Enjoy Valentine’s Day Without Spending Too Much

    Valentine’s Day is fast approaching and I’m sure you are gearing up for a fab day with that special someone. You’re probably wondering how you are gonna fit in your spending to your tight budget. I’ve got news for you! Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to cost a lot of money for the experience to be romantic. Here are 6 interesting ways to show love without bursting your wallet:

    1. Cook Dinner Together
    Skip the expensive restaurants and make a homemade meal instead — but one more fancy than an ordinary night’s dinner. Spark some romance while preparing dinner together. Choose a dish that you both love and work side-by-side in the kitchen to prepare it. Play some music to add some more romance to the experience and then enjoy eating the meal together, after you have prepared it.

    2. DIY Gifts
    Instead of buying a super expensive piece of jewelry or something equally as wallet-busting, give a unique and personal token of your love. You don’t need to spend a small fortune to show the object of your affections that you care about them so why not make your own personal gift. It can be a photo collage or short video you compiled of the two of you. Whatever you choose to design, no one can resist a gift made with love.

    3. Go Dancing
    Its really not that expensive to find a good place around where they play your favourite music. Just go dancing! Put on your dancing shoes and get close with your significant other.

    4. Write It Out
    You don’t have to be a super writer to write from your heart. It could be a Poem, a Letter or a short note. Search deep into your heart and write sweet words for your love. Let your loved one know just how much he or she means to you in writing.

    5. Re-enact Your First Date
    Do you remember the place you had your first date? Or the place you first met? It is very likely your first date together wasn’t too expensive so why not recreate that special moment all over again. This will surely melt his/her heart and would give you time to recount the lovely memories of being together.

    6. Get Creative in the Bedroom
    Hmm… this is for married couples only *wink*.
    One of the best parts of Valentine’s Day is the facilitation of intimacy. This year, kick your bedroom antics up a notch and get creative by making it a night to remember.

    SL Fabz, what do you think of this list? Would you be doing any of these on Valentine’s Day?

    Do you have more tips to add?

  • Sunday Thots: Grace That Endures

    If there is anything we can’t deny to have received from God, it is His Grace.

    Grace means getting something that you do not deserve; unmerited favor. It is an eternal gift we have received and on this beautiful Sunday, I’d just like to remind us of some scriptures that speak of the importance and benefits of Grace.

    1. Romans 5:1-2
    Therefore, since we have been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. Through him we have also obtained access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and we rejoice in hope of the glory of God.

    2. 1 Peter 5:10
    And after you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish you.

    3. Acts 6:8
    And Stephen, full of grace and power, was doing great wonders and signs among the people.

    4. 1 Peter 5:10
    And after you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish you

    5. Ephesians 2:4-9
    But God, being rich in mercy, because of the great love with which he loved us, even when we were dead in our trespasses, made us alive together with Christ— by grace you have been saved—and raised us up with him and seated us with him in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus, so that in the coming ages he might show the immeasurable riches of his grace in kindness toward us in Christ Jesus. For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast.

    Stay blessed!

  • Share Your Stories on StephanieDaily.com!

    Hi SL Fabz,

    I sincerely hope your weekend is going great!

    I’ve got a good number of plans for StephanieDaily this year and one of them is sharing your amazing and inspiring stories here.

    If there is one thing that makes me truly happy about blogging, it’s your feedback and the fact that this platform serves as a way to get tips and advice for some challenges you might be passing through.

    I started this through the Talk To Steph column where you send in questions about your relationship issues and we try to give useful advice to help you through that challenge. But this time, its going to be more than just relationship topics. I want to share your happy stories, your testimonies, your articles, your photos, your tips, your challenges, your recipes, your inspiring stories and much more here.

    Do you have an amazing story and wonderful photos you’re dying to share? Do you like to write and want to share your articles here? Do you like to write about your profession/passion such as cooking, fashion, etc….? Have you recently passed through a very challenging situation in life and would like to share your experience?

    If yes, I’d love to hear from you. Please send an email to info@stephaniedaily.com and share your story with us.

    I can’t wait to read your mails!

    xoxo

    SL

     

  • What Does Friday Night Mean To You?

    “Thank God It’s Friday!”

    I heard more than a few people say that today. Friday ushers in the weekend, a time of relaxation for many, especially those with the regular week day jobs.

    Friday night is also a time where many people get to unwind at various relaxation spots around town. I was driving around a while ago and already most relaxation spots are starting to fill up – the restaurants, the cinemas, the bars, the clubs and many more hot spots around the city.

    However, not everyone loves to hang out on a Friday night. For some, its a time to relax with family and gist about the events of the week. Many people also love to watch late night movies at home or go to Church for special programmes and vigils.

    SL Fabz, I’d love to hear from you. Where do you belong? What do you love to do on Friday nights? What will you be doing tonight?

  • 5 Beauty Habits You Should Be Doing Every Night

    Your skin can do serious work for you while you sleep-you just have to give it a little help along the way. Try one or all of these treatments to wake up looking refreshed and gorgeous.

    1. Remove all your makeup. Lipstick, mascara, powder…. everything. This ensures that your pores will be clean and your eyes free of leftover gunk.

    2. Sleep on a satin or silk pillowcase. Their texture prevents wrinkles and fine lines because it causes less friction between your skin and the pillowcase.

    3. Once you remove your makeup, use a facial cleanser to remove any dead skin, dirt and sweat. Pick a facial cleanser that right for your skin type.

    4. Apply a good Moisturizer. It a myth that only people with dry skin need moisturizer. In fact, even people with oily skin can benefit from a regular moisturizer, though they may be able to skip a day without noticing too much change in the way their skin looks.

    5. Wear your hair up but not too tight. It’s a good idea to keep your hair out of your face while you’re sleeping to keep its natural oils from wreaking havoc on your complexion.

    SL Fabz, what else do you ensure you do to your skin/face before going to bed every night?

  • Rest In Peace, Muna Obiekwe

    It’s taken a while for this to sink in, taken a while for me to get over the shock and accept that this is real.

    Muna Obiekwe has passed on and the vacuum his death left is so huge. Reports have it that he passed away on Sunday due to kidney complications.

    His death is really sad and shocking. I had the privilege of working with him a few times and he always exuded professionalism and dedication. His demise is unfortunate and untimely and he will be greatly missed.

    I’m sending my love to his family and everyone who loved him. My heart is broken by this news.

    Rest In Peace… Muna.