CNA, you will forever be famous.

Moral: life is short. drink some red wine.

Feb 23, 2025

It is the 23rd of February, 1:27 a.m., and as I put pen to paper, one thing is sure—Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie(CNA) will forever be famous. And this “The Cavemen” album I am listening to is atrociously good.

Back to CNA, it's been a while since we read in wonder of her brilliance. 10years+? Wow. Her new book “Dream Count” is nearing its release date. This was accompanied by the brilliant marketing for “Dream Count”: an article in Vogue about her first love. Need I say more?

I read CNA for the first time when I was 13 years old; I read “Purple Hibiscus” merely because it was a requirement to pass my Literature class. I loved reading “Purple Hibiscus” for the first time - I read it cover to cover twice (back to back). I’d love to share how Purple Hibiscus made me feel, how it became the seed of my love for reading books, how, after reading, I loved being Nigerian for the first time—proud and patriotic, how for months afterwards, I wished I had an older brother, and I still hope for a friend like Amaka. Yet, words fail me.

Of course, I have gotten my copy of “Dream Count”. I am waiting, waiting impatiently for the 5th of March 2025.

Charlotte Edwardes met CNA. They talked about cancel culture, her new babies, why she took a break from publishing and more.

Last week’s weekly R.E.P.O.R.T

R. Reading: I am on the last chapter of “Conversations on Love”. I started reading “Love Theoretically”. I'm hoping I finish both of them this week.

E. Eating: One of my friends, David, made Jollof Rice, which was ridiculously delicious. I am also blindingly obsessed with toast and eggs.

P. Playing: Played with public speaking at work. One of my intentions this year is to speak more in and outside the office. I hardly speak at work due to the fear that people’s perception of me will change once they hear me talk. It is a fear that I hope to confront head-on.

O. Obsessed with: Obviously obsessing over CNA’s article.

R. Recommending: I got a brand gift from Clever Fox. As you probably know, journaling is one of my favourite activities. Despite my love for writing, I had never used a physical journal. I have always been curious about how much fun I’d potentially have with a physical journal.

When the package arrived, I was thrilled at the prospect of beginning a new chapter in my self-care journey with such a beautifully designed journal. I will share more about the journal soon. I recommend this journal if you have been looking for a physical journal.

Get yours here.

T. Treating myself to Little Moons Mochi Icecream.

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