I’m finally in my thirties (31) – yes can we all just agree upfront that the last 12 months were just a trial run?! Thanks. I’ve been reflecting on my thoughts before 30 post that I did last year this time and I think I’m on track with what I promised myself – to LIVE […]
3 tips for embracing change
With my personality, the word change is normally means exciting times lie ahead. I live for variety and spontaneity but at the moment, there is a bit too much of it and everything is up in the air. On the top of that list is the fact that Daddio is based in another city at […]
Quick life update
If you’re feeling abandoned you’re not imagining things – I have kinda disappeared deep into the webpages of my school work and this life update is long overdue. If you read my last post on online learning, you’ll know that I decided to add YET another item on my already-crazy-to-do list. I’m currently studying and […]
Khumo’s first birthday party
Wait, can I call it a birthday party if it was just us… her parents, brother, aunt and grandparents?! I decided to spare myself the headache of throwing YET ANOTHER big celebration, especially after Lesedi’s 8th birthday party and my 30th birthday luncheon just a few weeks ago! She’s only one, which means she will be napping for most […]
Thoughts before my 30th birthday
I’m currently on a workcation in Europe, which means that I’ve had some time to think. Truly and deeply. Not just the kind of thinking that requires me to just get through my to-do list. This trip couldn’t have come at a better time because I’m due to sign up for my membership to the Dirty-Thirty […]
Lesedi’s superhero picnic birthday party
I had two big projects over the festive season, the first of them being Lesedi’s birthday party. I was really excited on his behalf, because it had been 3 years since we had a party for him. We always celebrate and take him out on his day; but the timing for a party is always […]
A quick life and baby update
I’m finally back at home… Hallelujah!!!!! Firstly, I would like to thank each and every Mama that has shown me love and support over the last two weeks. I think I scared a few of you with my Instagram post during my hospital stay, I’m sorry 🙂 Although this will be a very short post, […]
My baby shower
My baby shower was everything I wanted it to be – – Relaxed and intimate: filled with the love of my son, closest family and friends – Pretty: I was getting into the groove of this girly thing – NOT a surprise: surprises are a control freaks worst nightmare. It was held 6 weeks before my due […]
Welcoming my newborn baby – yes I had a baby
I’M A MOMMY AGAIN!!!!!! This time to a baby girl whom we’ve named Khumo (which means wealth) I feel so excited and blessed to be given the privilege of being a mommy of two. This comes as a surprise to many because I chose to remain discreet about it. Let me explain: This pregnancy has […]
2016… here’s to new beginnings
Happy New Year!!! As I reflect back at the last year, starting Modern Zulu Mom was a major goal and highlight. I cant believe this baby is 9 months old already!! I have always wanted to create a platform and space to “vocalise” my personal highs and lows, throughout my 7 year journey as a mother. It […]