Nostalgia Is …

Isn’t it so beautiful? Yes How one minute you have the most beautiful creature on your hand and the next it’s flown away and you just want to chase it and see where it’s going. I remember when we were kids we would go to the fields (It feels good narrating a story like this, looks like I’ll have much to tell my kids … hehe) and as we are playing or just sitted plaiting the grass, yes we did that, a random ladybird would come and perch on your body, funny enough they always targeted the arm. Then you would place it on your hand and let it walk on you. At first I used to get scared that it would bite me or pee on me only to figure out they are harmless little creatures. Then once you just make a move that threatens them, they fly away to their safe haven (which was always on a leaf).

They were deemed as luck and you know how we used to believe in such, I still do in a way. I mean for it come to your arm without you forcing it to … then there must be something welcoming and charming about you. No wonder we would send such messages;

I’m sending luck and wishes
All wrapped up in a hug
Good things should come your way
With this tiny ladybug.
~Author Unknown

I never see them around anymore *sigh* I just thought about em’ little bugs when I randomly saw a pic and it took me way back. Those beautiful lucky bugs that bring good tidings should learn to also perch on concrete so that I can see more of them. Now that the green leafy suburbs are becoming a rumor.

It’s always the simple things in life that bring you so much unbelievable joy! Who thought Kawi’s ever so present question I would ever think of a lady bird and get nostalgic.

Quote of the day

“There are only two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle.” ~ Albert Einstein

Signing Off ~~~ *Kawi*

A chit chat with my 13 year old self

Wassup Mercy,

I am so  glad to be given the privilege to give you sneak preview of how life after 13 will be. First, welcome to teenage-hood, you can now move from Sunday School to the Teens.

You have finished primary school and now you are on the next 4 of 8.4.4 which quite crucial in your life. The grade you get in K.C.S.E is quite a big deal because it’s the entry point to many places. As a result, concentrate on books. Be very good friends with your desk-mate (Gladys Vaati, who was the brightest) read read read. If you don’t like a subject do not select it because you have been told that it’ll get you to campus e.g Physics, drop it and do something like Social Ethics, you will not need physics in future. That will boost your B grade to say a B+. You will also become a House Captain so beware, try to obey the rules so that when you become a prefect it won’t be hard on you. Enjoy high school and the friends you have there, it only comes once in a life time. You will miss them later in life.

Don’t stress with you English teacher, when she puts for you less marks in your compositions and literature just be easy. And try to do better next time,you will perform well in K.C.S.E. You never know one day something called a blog will come up and you can write whatever you like in any order without any English teacher grading you.

Mum and Dad will be on your nerve every holiday telling you how you should read and avoid boys and being here, there and everywhere meeting friends. Listen to them because they know what they are saying. Don’t have sleepless nights crying how they don’t want you to have friends and how they want to make your life boring. All they want is the best for you.

Don’t even bother thinking of those boys who will cross your path between 13-17 because when you grow older you will not even remember they existed. Always keep your principles no matter how stupid they sound, they come in handy when you are older.

You will be your baby sister’s role model, so be a good one. She will always look up to you and copy what you do. Love her with all your heart, she’s the only sibbling you got and she’s so amazing. Stop wishing for a big brother already because you will never have one, but you can force your cousins to act big brothers…lol

Eat all you want because you will not grow fat, your small body size and young innocent face will remain, nothing will change much so take full advantage. Always be you and never pretend to make other people happy, if they love you for who you are then they are your true friends, if they don’t just move on swiftly.

Don’t worry about being cool and having a clique because that’s not you, coolness comes naturally for you…hehe and you don’t need a group of friends to define who you are, you are your own person. Keep your style because it’s unique.

Listen to dad, he says “Don’t be like a sheep following the rest of the flock.” He means don’t do something because the rest are doing it, do it because that is what you want.

Plus never say never, because you will perm your hair and pierce your ears. And many other irrelevant things I can’t mention at your age. Though always take care of youself, there are many wolves out there…hehe

Lastly embrace the name Kawiria as well, it’s a lovely name that means making someone happy, and that’s just who you are. You are very beautiful and have a lovely smile, people say, so let no one make you frown. Okay! Always be kind, polite and learn to take in the relevant things in life and bin the irrelevant ones(they are many). Life has it’s ups and downs but learn to Live, Love and Laugh.

PS: Always be mature about everything : School, Love(relationships) and Life. You will be faced with many different situations, but you need to tackle them maturely. Have self control and know your limits. Some things will come by surprise so that you can toughen up so I won’t tell you everything, but with that, I believe you will have a smooth  transition to teenage-hood.  All the best Kiddo

I Love You,

Kawiria Rincuni.

I was tagged by Joliea, Thanks babe   So to keep the trend I would like to hear what this guys would tell their 13 year old selves:

Mwirigi

Suetiful

Wanja Majid

Flo Mwangi

Philip Mwanikih

Christmas Season

Its December 18th 2009 and we are in the office all thinking, when will 5:00pm reach. Yeah, because we are closing office for christmas up until 4th January . How cool is that. My boss can be quite reasonable oh my gosh, and we just got some serious bonus … excitement

Anyhow everyone is lazed up, sleepy and looking foward to not coming to work..hehe

We were discussing how christmas was christmas in the 90′s. Like you would know its christmas from December 1st. .

The advertisments : such as the coco cola christmas track and train.

The movie line up : It had christmas cartoons and movies marathon…like 24hrs… I miss those days.

This was the movie marathon with various christmas cartoons lined up. This kept me in the house and so glued to the t.v.

There is no christmas without the home alone… it’s just not practical. Even this year, i have to watch it. need to get it on DVD because I had the movies in tapes … hehe. If theres any kid who hasn’t watched home alone #somethingsquitewrong.

“How The Grinch Stole Christmas” — It has always been on the line up … Oh the Grinch was so ugly and really hated christmas… so he tried to take it away and prevent the rest from celebrating…haha

Disney movies just got the better part of me… makes me want to go to Disney land. It just depicts happiness… thats what kept me on the sofa all day.

This was my most favourite T.V classic both the movie and the animation … once it starts it has to finish and I used to sing through their songs like theres no tomorrow. I loved and still do love it. I hope it comes on t.v this year-round.

The christmas carols

“Jingle Bells” Looney toons – sing along — i <3

Dashing through the snow
In a one horse open sleigh
O’er the fields we go
Laughing all the way
Bells on bob tails ring
Making spirits bright
What fun it is to laugh and sing
A sleighing song tonight

Oh, jingle bells, jingle bells
Jingle all the way
Oh, what fun it is to ride
In a one horse open sleigh
Jingle bells, jingle bells
Jingle all the way
Oh, what fun it is to ride
In a one horse open sleigh

A day or two ago
I thought I’d take a ride
And soon Miss Fanny Bright
Was seated by my side
The horse was lean and lank
Misfortune seemed his lot
We got into a drifted bank
And then we got upsot

Oh, jingle bells, jingle bells
Jingle all the way
Oh, what fun it is to ride
In a one horse open sleigh
Jingle bells, jingle bells
Jingle all the way
Oh, what fun it is to ride
In a one horse open sleigh yeah

Jingle bells, jingle bells
Jingle all the way
Oh, what fun it is to ride
In a one horse open sleigh
Jingle bells, jingle bells
Jingle all the way
Oh, what fun it is to ride
In a one horse open sleigh

“The Christmas Song” - Nat King Cole

Co-written by singer Mel Torme, “The Christmas Song” became one of the defining performances of the career of Nat King Cole. He recorded the song at least 3 times of which the 1961 recording is often considered the best. Sometimes the song is referred to as “Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire” from the lyrics in the song’s first line.

“Jingle Bell Rock” – Billy Idol(2006)

“Jingle Bell Rock” was first released by Bobby Helms in 1957. It became a hit and has become a Christmas standard. Billy Idol recorded a version for his 2006 album Happy Holidays.

“Have yourself a very merry christmas” – Judy Garland (1944)

This song was introduced by Judy Garland in a poignant moment in the 1944 movie musical Meet Me In St. Louis. The filmmakers complained that the first version of the song’s lyrics was too depressing and commissioned a rewrite that became the most popular interpretation.

“Rudolph, the red-nosed reindeer” – NSYNC

The story of Rudolph, Santa’s 9th reindeer, was created by Montgomery Ward employee Robert L. May in 1939. The story was adapted into song and turned into a hit by Gene Autry in 1949. Boy band NSYNC turned in their own jovial version in the late 1990′s.

This was my best of all times

Rudolph, the red-nosed reindeer
had a very shiny nose.
And if you ever saw him,
you would even say it glows.

All of the other reindeer
used to laugh and call him names.
They never let poor Rudolph
join in any reindeer games.

Then one foggy Christmas Eve
Santa came to say:
“Rudolph with your nose so bright,
won’t you guide my sleigh tonight?”

Then all the reindeer loved him
as they shouted out with glee,
Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer,
you’ll go down in history!

“O Holy Night” – Celine Dion (1998)

“O Holy Night,” composed in 1847, has become a favorite carol for solo vocal performances. Celine Dion applied the huge sound of her voice to the classic song on the 1998 collection These Are Special Times.

This reminds me of christmas eve..this song is a must.

The christmas cards: Everyone gives you a christmas card even if you don’t know them…hehe its like they are in free distribution.

New clothes: Every christmas, my mum got me and my sister new clothes, even now at 22 she’s getting me clothes..hehe its a tradition. I think it’ll just stick.

Christmas parties: I think only our family doesn’t have christmas parties. Every other family I know always has something going on. If not travelling somewhere they are partying somewhere…serious food and drinks. Us guys literally jus chill. But when I get my family that is so changing.. I shall start the travelling and partying tradition.

Everyone is so generous during christmas. As in terms of spending, loving, caring. It’s just so amazing. It’s great Christ was born because everyone’s heart is just softened. That’s such a blessing.

My friend Bobo already got me a christmas card and present…best bangles ever and they’ve stuck to my wrist now. Love you babe. Thanks a lot.

It’s a month of sharing, praying, giving, loving, receiving and PARTYING & Making MERRY. It’s such a blessing. Celebrate LOVE, LIFE & LIVING.

GOD BLESS YOU ALL & HAPPY MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU.

Signing off — *Kawi*