Zena's lifestyle

I woke up today a writer. For the first time in  a long time breathing in the same air I have for as long as I've lived but with a new scent to it, a hope scented assurance of growth, that recognition between yourself that you have come a long way so far. Today was my day and I thought I'd share with you why.  As an African, pride is a design flaw we were told to apply positively. But looking back I don't see the pride in our design as crucially as the prophets of African pride portrayed it, a proud nation doesn't take away from itself more than it allows itself to have. Where in this design did we settle for the standard of living we are currently enduring. Reading a book How Intelligence Kills :By Ofili Okechukwu I realize how as a Nigerian I have allowed myself to accept the shit I've been dealt. I mean the literal shitty situations like no permanent ruining water, no regular supply of electricity, or reliability in driving your vehicle on properly pave