Owen's Arena

Hey Fam💞 Last night, my husband and I spent the night socializing with some of our family friends and having a few conversations. One subject persisted for a while, and I would truly want to read your thoughts about it as I was sitting on the fence on this. Is it acceptable to let your child (children) dress like adults rather than as children? Since it's what most people glamour!  some people thought it was acceptable and that it wouldn't be a horrible idea as long as it was done well and it suit them. While some thought dressing a child like an adult all in the name of fashion was not so ideal. someone said she still had memories of her mother dressing her up like a boy with her brothers wearing and co.(I totally understood this because that was my case). Or when those all-ready-made dresses were the in-thing. apparently, every other child had those and if u didn't own one it was like u didn't belong.   She went on to inquire about our children's current favorite...

Hey, cupcakes💞 Good morning and happy Monday!, I hope you enjoyed your weekend. Although it was extremely busy for me(Need I remind you, Premier League has started!☺)however, I didn't find it to be bad at all. I needed to tighten some loose bolts😁😋. MONDAYS!, Mostly, I typically wake up feeling really exhausted and hoping that I could stay in bed. Then I recall a quote by Oprah Winfrey that read, "You can have it all. Not all at once!" that inspires me to get going and finish the task! I'm saying this to you this morning to go out and be optimistic, do good deeds, be nice to your neighbors, and always try to say positive things to everyone around you because we attract what we are.  Have a lovely week ahead. 💪🙌

Hello folks💝, I sincerely hope you are enjoying your week, it's Thursday😏, hang in there, I see Friyay!🙋 A friend from about nine years ago called me last week. Even though we had a lot to catch up on, by the end of the call, I was feeling quite sad. We talked about a lot of things that had happened in our lives, even though I was glad we had reconnected after a long absence. She was this "I've got it all under control" kind of girl. I felt bad that I wasn't there to participate in her joy when it happened and to provide a sympathetic ear when she needed it. There was, in my opinion, a feeling of reciprocity. It is crucial we value p eople in our lives, especially if they are the genuine kind. The question is when last did you speak to that strong/well-organized buddy/sister or brother?  you see those strong ones? Omo, give it to them o, as they have "a lot"(in-house joke) going on. So why don't you check on them, even if it's only to ask the...

Hello everyone💓, For those of you who are unfamiliar with this meal( biryani ), biryani is a mixed rice dish that was first created in Old Delhi (India). It is made with rice, Indian spices, and meat, such as beef, goat, fish, lamb, or chicken. some people add potatoes or eggs. The name of the biryani is determined by the sort of meat you choose to use; for example, if you choose to use goat meat, the dish is known as goat biryani, etc. Those who know me well understand that I don't enjoy tasting new foods or simply eating things I've never tried before. But when I first arrived in the UAE a few years ago, chicken biryani was a typical dish that my husband enjoyed as it was served in most restaurants. So, as I was experimenting with different meals during the lockdown, I decided to try making it. To my greatest surprise, it turned out to be so delicious that we all decided to add it to the extensive list of meals the family enjoys. Today I have decided to share my recipe since...

Hi, lovelies 💞 Happy new month,  Obviously, I adore August since it's my birthday month, and also because it's when my husband and several other wonderful people in my life were born! I have this wild imagination in my head every year, where I see myself inviting all of my friends who were born in the same month to a certain location where we would celebrate from August 10 to August 21.This is due to the fact that I know at least 1 individual who is celebrating his/her birthday on those dates. By the way, my birthday is coming up on the 11th, and I still haven't decided what to do! Another month I also cherish is November this is because for some strange reason November has always been a fun month for me. Sometimes I think that if I weren’t born in August, maybe I would have been a November baby….why am I even typing this long????😂😂😂    The intent is to wish you all a beautiful August and to hope that we all have reasons to be joyful. A happy new month once more! Wher...

 It's the simple things in life for me! The most recent time I had rain was in 2019! I usually get visions of raindrops in my imagination after talking to my family back home and hearing that it was pouring rain. Apart from the drops she sees on TV, my 4-year-old daughter has never experienced or witnessed drops in real life. We are all aware that this year's high levels of global warming are a result of human activity, including rising greenhouse gases, deforestation, industrial activity, the earth's feedback loop, agricultural activity, changes in the sun's strength, etc. Some regions of the world—including the UK, Europe, China, and some sections of the USA—experienced heat in a tremendous way this year (2022) such that it never happened before. So when I noticed the cloud started to display symptoms of rain, it wasn't such a shock! Finally, two days ago, it rained "Cats and Dogs". The majority of us found it to be an amazing moment because we had reall...

Hello Mums🥰, When I first arrived to the UAE a few years ago, I recall how difficult it was for me to find the kind of cereal my daugther was eating.😒 I was having a casual conversation with a friend when she inquired about the brand of cereal she was on. She then suggested that I simply purée rice because it was an ingredient of her usual cereal. It lingered! I called a pediatrician, who confirmed that since most counter meals are overly processed, it is ideal for toddlers to be fed with natural meals after six months of birth instead of those from the counter. I started creating purée as a result. when  I had my second child, I did not bother with much cereal (though I tried some and it affected her poo). I always combine different fresh fruits and vegetables and make her a nutritious meal. I often feed my kids wholesome fruits of various kinds. I blend the toddler's fruits into a smoothie, and I prepare and purée the majority of the baby's fruits. I will be sharing one of ...

 Hey Lovies,💓 We frequently hear tales of women or ladies who got married and neglected their own needs. Usually, we automatically leap to the conclusion that she became less beautiful to her husband because "oh she became too comfy or perhaps started eating too much."😕 Actually, in my perspective, those are correct sentences to some extent. However, in the instances where it has actually occurred, don't we believe there is a reason why this occurs?  She takes care of her own, which is a terrific quality in a woman. If given the chance, the majority of women would go above and above to make sure their house is a secure place to live. The husband and child(ren) are usually taken care of first, and they frequently neglect their own needs in the process. Even though the husband is older (In most cases), there have been instances where he appears much younger than the wife. Give a woman a house, and she will make it into a home, according to an old proverb. The precise mean...

Hi Cupcakes💓.  We have been enjoying the holiday for weeks here in the UAE. for 2 entire weeks! I mean, if my kid is not causing a mess in the house, watching TV, or giving me a reason to overuse the word "DO NOT," it has been really challenging for me to control her. However, the holiday has just started for other people in other parts of the world. I've been experimenting with a few ideas to keep the kids occupied, and so far I've been successful! Do you have comparable circumstances at home? Here are some of the things I have already done with them and some of the things I still intend to accomplish. To my greatest surprise, she came up with some amazing suggestions when I sat down with her and asked her what she would like to do that was fun. 1. The zoo is on the list of things to do because she wanted to go there. I consider this to be educative and enjoyable for her as well. 2. She usually goes to the parks with her friends when I take her. She actually benefit...

Hello Soccerlovers😁,  Since we don't watch soccer matches often at home, I suppose it's a good thing I'm not at this table (we mostly support the best team, even though I am a Man United fan, UP MANCHESTER UNITED!👹). I am aware of what this means because many of my friends' husbands watch TV nonstop throughout the season. They barely ever get the chance to spend quality time with their husbands or even watch their favorite soap operas. Some people are fortunate to see their men's team succeed. Such folks live in homes filled with love and joy. However, for some, it is a terrible circumstance for my dear pals if a team loses. I came across this tweet from a friend's status on what's app that advises us to appreciate the attention we receive from our partner. As absurd as that sounded in my thoughts as I read this tweet, I believe it to be true. If you enjoy soccer, I hope you are investing all of your attention in your spouse. If you happen to get any atte...