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The Invisible Scar

There’s no make-up to hide the bruises he left on your self-esteem. You’re not even sure if they are real bruises or if maybe you’re just over sensitive? I mean, everybody fights, right? Sometimes even the kindest people say the most hurtful things to the ones they love, don’t they?

Sibongile Mlotshwa Lugube · 30 November 2018
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15 Fun Facts About Earrings

Did you know that there are many ancient superstitions surrounding earrings? Keep reading to find out more fun facts about earrings.

The Weight She Carries · 21 November 2018
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12 Fun Facts About Engagement Rings

Did you know that 20 percent of brides pay for their own engagement rings?

The Weight She Carries · 13 November 2018
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16 Fun Facts About Dating and Relationships

Did you know that a woman’s happiness in a relationship is a key indicator of how successful the relationship is?

The Weight She Carries · 31 October 2018
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Dear Green Salad...

There’s no point in pretending that we have anything in common. I don’t particularly like you. Never have. Honestly, I barely tolerate you. I mean, look at you. You’re so perfect and colourful and healthy! You’re nothing like me. I’m brown and warm and soft. Like cake.

Sibongile Mlotshwa Lugube · 30 October 2018
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Dear Secret Admirer...

When you look at my life through your eyes, all you probably see is perfection and it humbles me in so many ways. It is generally easier to build a perception of someone based on the idea that the one moment they made an impression will recur throughout their life.

Shamiso Patience Mbiriri · 26 October 2018
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12 Fun Facts About Relationships and Breakups

Did you know that there are approximately 3 million first dates every day around the world?

The Weight She Carries · 17 October 2018
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Expectations vs. Reality - One Size Doesn't Fit All

There is nothing more difficult than walking in someone else’s shoes. There is a lot that is usually overlooked and yet every detail matters. We barely have the same footing even when we are wearing the same shoe and are headed in the same direction. Hence, the same pair of shoes will never feel the same way to everyone.

Shamiso Patience Mbiriri · 12 October 2018
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20 Fun Facts About Your Nails and Nail Polish

Did you know that the first artificial nail was invented by a dentist by the name of Fred Slack? He created it as a temporary replacement when he accidentally broke his fingernail at work in 1957.

The Weight She Carries · 8 October 2018
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3 Things Not to Say to a Stay At Home Mom

I don’t know, maybe I am. I certainly don’t always feel lucky. Which is not to say I feel unlucky. I just feel…tired, really.

Sibongile Mlotshwa Lugube · 3 October 2018
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15 Fun Facts About Women and Shopping

So much goes into creating the perfect spending atmosphere to encourage spending. And since women are responsible for 85% of consumer purchases, retailers have to figure out how to cater to us.

The Weight She Carries · 28 September 2018
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The Thoughts of an Insecure, Troubled Soul

They say everyone is beautiful in their own way, everyone is unique, everyone is important, everyone is valuable, everyone should be comfortable in their own skin, and so on. They say a lot of things suggesting I am beautiful and somehow that is supposed to make me feel good about myself.

Shamiso Patience Mbiriri · 26 September 2018