POLITRICKS

A proffession of since antiquity
Players in which,most be smeared with iniquity
Ask Machiavelli,of the benefits of atrocity
Self interest,self gain,crimes against humanity

But they come but pleading
Legislature,infrastructure,agriculture,all but pledging
Another year, another term , so to keep them trending
Buy their outlook,sell your own,that's the game they're sending

Most be tyrants, aristocrats,few true leaders

Most be tricksters, gobblers,coming to seek us

Through cash outs,hand outs, we let them lead us
Then over and over ,continue to trick us

A call then,for independent minds
Elders,millenials,peoples of all kinds
Who by better reflection, shoved this behind

Having now found,a new island to abide

Cast your vote countryman, though spare thyself

Ballot issues,will you kindly shelf

Arise and shine,toil for thyself
Girded with ambition,for another day save this elf

And success will be indeed your portion
Having  now knowledge of what's the better option
Hurry then, this into implementation

Yes we can,be a good instruction

OF DIALECTS

Of the 7.5 billion people in the world, a whooping 1.5 billion,about 20% are English  speakers. In Africa ,according to  a survey by the  World  linguistic agency. Ugandans  are the best  speakers followed by natives of Zambia, South Africa  and Kenya in that order.West Africans have this pidgin accents that cost them a place even though  they are equally  well versed and proud english  speakers. 

Globally however, english  seems to be split between American english, native British and Australian english which scores somewhere in between. Of all the three there is something about American english that stands out.Majorly ,this is as a result  of how bold,street and open  it sounds as compared to other forms. Some of it's  traits form the basis of our interaction today. 

As stated , American english comes out as open, bold and pompous in initial trajectory as compared  to the British accent.Which would sound reserved, laid-back and altogether conservative. Also ,while American english is a mouthful, the British accent  is more nasal and raw in voice  projection.

You listen to both of these groups  speak and you immediately notice a big difference in sound and even overall pronunciation of the  letters.Most noticeable are the letters t and d.

 While the Americans will put some stress on letter t to the point of it sounding like a d. The British counterparts come out low key  to the  point  of appearing to not pronounce engulfing the sound within the strong accent. Case in point  is the pronunciation of the  words part of,water, what about ,but etc. The Americans will almost  replace a d sound for the  t. 

Below in point  form are other distinguished and popular  phrases  common in American english. 

• When Americans speak, notice them use exaggeration quite figuratively. They will  always say something like "this was the best/worst thing that ever happened  to me" !!! in an exclamatory tone

• Notice that the intonation  in speech and especially when questioning  is a rising one. Making  the language  appear loud and emotional. 

• When trying to express something or flow of events. The use of 'like' is quite common.For example, " I seeing them coming and am like.... ",then she goes like...

• "Really," "like seriously " are also asked to feedback  on a surprising, comical, or not so pleasant information that has been relayed. 

• Instead  of saying  yes as a positive acknowledgement notice the conditioned use of "pretty much". 

• The abbreviated forms,OMG, LOL are used  in texting. 

• "Oh men"!,"no way"! are equally  used to  express surprise or disgust

• To hang up on someone  to mean to not pick up their calls. 

• "Me and him don't  see eye to eye" - don't  relate well

• Property is a term used usually to mean compound,homestead et cetera,like in "get out of my property".
• If someone or something pisses one off it means it's annoying or irritating.

• They talk of in the  neighborhood,in the community,to mean in the surroundings. 

• To do time/incaceration - to spend time  behind bars.

• Sir - Referring to  a boss, respectable  man or male cop.

• Madam pronounced "maam "- Woman in a position of of authority,lady cop etc

• To pull over - park

• See what one has to say or see what  is in their heads.

• Imma/im gonna - I will

• To begin to  get disrespectful - of a kid who acts hard headed in the  presence of an authority .
• Notice the use of we was, they was instead of we were, there were.
• You don't need to know a person much to call them brother,bruh,my guy etc. 

• I  wanna - I want to

• "It's kinda  like "- it's almost  like 

• Honestly..... Technically... ..,Basically..... - will begin most statements 

• To get picked on - be looked down upon expressed usually first verbally 

Equally  hear the exclusive  and common  use of the following words and  phrases in America based English  language.On parole,child support, background checks,commit a felony,a pay cheque,the commissary,DUI,a ticket,emotional  rollercoaster.But you know what!,law enforcement,call security on someone,pick on someone.Gang related,foster care,homicide,an altercation,reality check,the state penetentiary,real quick!,then one thing led to another.....And the usual  "bombs" that everyone hears around,used to express disgust,though the writer chose to bypass.

Feel free to  add in the comments box any other words and phrases synonymous with this dialect.(you know what I'm saying)

VIRTOUS WOMAN

Her heart of is made gold
Her demeanour like a gem,old
Her stride a story told
Her spirit of gracious fold
Mirror,mirror on the wall,she is the fairest of them all

From her eyes sparkle hope
From her voice nuggets hop
From her smile  warmth springsforth
Give her ears,wise and worth
Mirror mirror on the wall,she's the fairest of them all

She is to her children mother
To her better half of non other
She is to society not the bother
owards her God very sober
Mirror,mirror on the wall,she is the fairest of them all

Her mouth she doesn't slander

Her very she doesn't scatter
Her faith is unto the Master
Her prayer is all that matters
Mirror,mirror on the wall ,she is the fairest of them all

BE FIRST CHRISTIAN

You can be Syrian,Indian,Namibian,but Christian

You can be the child ,the mother,the father,but Christian

You can be a sportsman,businessman,statesman,politician,but still Christian

You can be young,old, wealthy,needy,but Christian

You can be abled,abled differently,black or white,but Christian

You can be learned,unschooled,geeky,nerdy,yet Christian

You can be dating, taken,single,married,but Christian

You can be boss,in service,but Christian

You can be tall,short,big,slender yet Christian

You can be urban or much more country,but Christian

Be Christian,by being Christian the world is inspired,the world is lit and evil split 

Through it all strive ye,to be first Christian

(pens off)

(free verse) 

ALOFT

Inspired by how birds fly.Daedus and his son Icarius decided to make them  each a pair of wings so as to access the skies.Later on,Wright brothers,with getting airborne in mind.And from a bicycle garage,constructed the first airplane to cut ribbon on one fascinating means of transport,air transport.

Air transport is the fastest and most reliable means of long range transport today.So fast and reliable is it that transversing continents within few hours of a day has been made possible.

The first experiences of most things  however  are usually meet with anxiety,to others even some measure of phobia.A mixture of excitement and other emotions will linger during your fast flight experience.Today we look at the airborne experience during a flight in général. And for brevity purposes side step the ticketing,bookings,luggage procedures et cetera.Thé expérience might be slightly différent depending on type of plane and hours of engagement.

Entry into an airplane is  through a  portable mounted staircase in big planes.Or some steps where you access the entrance for the smaller aircraft.

Once in you'll notice the cabins layout in most cases is no different from your bus.By this I mean simply rows of seats in two's or threes with a passage in the middle.Cormfotable on your seat and just about take off,you will be asked to fasten your seatbelts,notified of the gas masks and emergency exits in case of an eventuality, given route details and times et cetera.

About this time the engines  will have roared to life.You might be able to feel this.For the pressurised aircraft you will feel less of this because the aeroplane seems to have a stand alone internal environment.

The next thing,the aeroplane will begin to taxi into the runway where it is to take off.Here you feel more or less what you feel in a vehicle.When it comes time to lift,the aircraft will fully power her engines poising  for take off.

If you are seated next to a window behind the wings and depending on the type of aircraft.You will virtually see the propellers at the fuselage area rotate at very high frequency .All this to generate enough momentum for lift.

And before you say Jack Robinson, the plane which sometimes might stop to power herself fully for take off,will speed on the runway and in about 30 or so seconds lift.The heave over land into the sky can very well be felt.Basically almost what you feel when an elevator all of a sudden begins to lift.

Once the plane is off the ground,it will steadily begin to climb higher into the altitudes.This will be up to far past the clouds.The scenery as you transverse into the higher skies passing the clouds like smoke is phenomenal and beautiful altogether.The climb is usually up until you leave them far way below the level you are at.

You will notice your ears pop appering to have taken in air,in both the climbing and much more during the descent as you approach the runway.Pressurized aircraft's have lesser of this effect.

Chewing gum and dancing your jaw is one way you can aggravate this effect.In the descent especially if it's a little steep you might feel the plane thump a little again about the same feeling you feel once the elevator begins to move down.Like you are a suspended mid air for a fraction of a moment.

Sooner or later you will see the plane wheels released from their compartment, you will touch ground and decelerate into the parking bay or hangars.Marshallers on the ground assist in the process,giving hand signal accordingly.

As you alight unless there was turbulence,the feeling is great and one to look forward to.Enough time saved,smooth flight and breathtaking scenery.And ,huh !, you just defied gravity.

THIS SET, THAT IS THE MINDSET

Mankind is such a marvelous creation.Indeed as it's put, is in His image and likeness.And,consisting of the mind,body and soul.

Top up the stack is the soul.Following  closely and in tandem is the mind,while the body is the medium and  instrument through which the vibrations internal manifest.

The soul immortal is where life exists,with its many spiritual dimensions as base.The mind and the heart is where all tangible and intangible issues of life find ground.With a person's sensual capabilities forming the better part of what plays on in their hearts ringing into the mind,and back and forth.The product of which are actions then persisting ,character, or, sometimes reputation as perceived.

Ever had the saying,what your think is what you become.Sure, for this is without doubt true.Only dreamers having held firm what in the view of others could have been faint and mediocre  by  enough preparation attracted their preestablished destinies.

The minds content  are a product majorly of even heredity but much more of the environment including the information we take in.Same way as GIGO. Garbage in garbage out.

"It's all in the mind",chanted the team leader as the students heaved into the truck.Then the journey to the starting point started.The students in high spirits began singing in merry to phyche themselves up.It was a steep drive downhill with the test being to run back to starting point almost the same time it took down hill.

As the journey continued  the voices grew dimmer everybody taking a glance at their watches.The journey was getting longer and hence beating the set time seeming more and more difficult.Soon the truck came to a halt just about the one hour mark.Everybody alighted prepared for a minute or so and the whistle was blown for the journey back.

Running fast,slowing down,panting,sometimes spitting,pushing,looking back,straight ahead pushing.Surely in normal terms the math was not adding up,about quater an hour on a truck and only a few minutes more to be back this time jogging uphill.

Funny enough though, the  more they ignored this thought and pushed on anyway,the more beating the time begun to appear possible.On that day all except only one or two with popping injuries arrived back on time to their own amazement.It course was by design to check on their grit .It was really all in their mind.

Moral of the story.Always take inventory of your state of mind in accordance to your goals or dreams, image you would want to put up et cetera.Be in pursuit for all what reaffirms you.Check regularly
also for impurity in  form of say your physical environment or
company.

They say environment supersedes heredity.We all have a genetical bias but who and what we surround ourselves with much more dictates our minds,hence action and way forward.

Remember then to keep sentry of all other things your mind.Which masters you towards or away from accomplishment. Therefore,worry no more,only by safeguarding and creating the right environment in your mind , position yourself into opportunities for your betterment.

If this calls for shrinking from the multitude for sometime,do exactly that .It is even often said "no one ever led the orchestra without first turning his back to the crowd".Hence ,if need be,stand even alone if necessary.Being bold on your way.

Sooner in the right time things  will begin to fall in place and you will reap from your efforts.Thats the fundamental part of the process,its all in the mind.

What is in your mind? because,its at times, all that matters.

(pens off)

ONLINE,THE LINE ?

If it was not first true genuine friendship.In my opinion,it cannot morph into a true,healthy love union.In other words, it's the friendship,plain and unadulterated that should count.Again,in my opinion.

Nevertheless most relationships especially nowadays kick off contrary to mutual friendship .There are products of mostly only physical attraction and the need to meet inherent desires.Flings as they put it.

Like a man will approach her out of physical attributes alone.And most likely they will expect to be treated out or gifted to formally put down the 'guards' as events continue to unfold.

In the most ideal situation however,as was old school.People meet naturally in a manner or situation even unexpected or unarranged for.That could have been in a function, place of work or school,or any other day to day situations.

Such relationships would kick off as friendships then low key attractions,with every party taking time to learn where the others stand till time and time spent on each other draws them closer and  more tighter knit.

Going physical was much lower on the pile of priorities.The relationship stood on the firm ground of openness,trust and the need to understand each other.In such a case ,the two felt very comfortable with each other and love culminating from mutual friendship in its highest form kept blosomming the union.

 
The result of this were long lasting relationships leading to  marriages,which normal tides cacould not break.The kids also enjoyed the love and warmth around,learnt  and went on to do exploits as a result of the good foundation back at home.

Funny enough this is not what we see happening today.Two will meet on tinder or any other apps and social media ,exchange contacts and fire the damn thing up.And I'm not necessarily saying it can't or doesn't work for some people.But,in my view,if a long-term engagement is the set objective.Then it misses out on the beauty of loving someone,being patient on them,showing up for them et cetera.It almost like a crash programme with the document to show but missing out really on alot about the journey.

Personally in meeting up strangers, I've meet and continue to meet plenty from social online spaces.Work related and stuffIts an amazing tool yes.But when it's love or whatever you call it then that becomes quite mammoth task for me.I have to do my homework on someone a little bit having seeing them in my real space couple of times before my mind registers some kinds of emotions.Thats could be just how im wired.To minimize the risk of venturing into unknown territory,,wasting time maybe and doing the hard  work.And that's just how I choose to approach it.I find it on the high risk side so,unnecessary.Ironicaly i risk high in other ares.

Therefore if you find that special someone.In whose presence you find comfort.Out of how they look,talk,present themselves,treat you and even others hold on,befriend them.The way you are wired could just be saying,hey! behold my confidant,friend,rib etc.

The results of which can be beautiful long lasting,life complementing relationships.Which won't stand in your way with God,career,family and  destiny.Such indeed will complement and catapult you into domains and limits unfathomable.It is good if you find that special someone.(ink drained)

HOP AT HOPE NOT

 To be faced with adversity is of course nobody's choice.Due to reasons not known or inevitable.It is sometimes almost obvious that we might not be happy always.....c'est la vie.To choose not to be dominated by prevailing elements is however a choice we can make.

The other day on TV,i came across this man Bear Grylls.Adventorous,real and educative is he and most of the shows he pulls.Put in any situation be it in the tropics or deserts. He will definitely find a way to keep him going,or at least a survival solution even if half baked.

Most of his fans will attest to the fact that he feeds on cockroaches,lizards,frogs, drinks his pee, name them all if that is what he needs to do at least before an evacuation.

 You can talk of simulation,stage management,camera tricks but what he does is indeed real.Most people most enjoy the fact that he does real time what seasoned performers would only showcase using many a props,green screens and all.

Stuck say in an island Bear grylls will make a simple raft and cross to the very end.For food in the same he will simply make a hook out of stick and fish in the same waters.Sheer determination to keep going no matter how loud againist him the prevalent conditions may be shouting.And using the faintest sources of inspiration.

No matter the situation we ought to find  a reason to keep going.Deep down the adversity is always a way you can motivate yourself to not tap out.

In American grit ,one of the group leaders, a veteran.Challenges his team by narrating how panic would sometimes grip them when called out for rapid patrols across the heavily landmined Hemland province,  during his tour of duty in Afghanistan.But, amidst the effervescence in his head,he would wink at himself and say to himself.Buddy there you are doing exactly what most people pay in theatres and  cinemas to experience remotely.And there he was,looking at it from a different vantage point already supercharged for the task.

Learning to identify with this safe spot in the midst of the turbulence is indeed an important skill to master.Rather than always whin about,curse or complain.Sometimes we ought to just let nature be.Let it take its course which most likely will not be as harmful as your mind thinks it is.You should at times just seat back,and watch other than be confrontational.

Something that might look awful or seemingly ill intentioned in the beginning can set you up for very exciting things to follow. You just got to try and calm your nerves in the process to pass the test.

We have all heard of people who at one time dropped out of school or didn't get the grades.Only to boss their former school mates later on.So,it's all matter of being smart and wise enough to see the treasure right in the blindspot.

The ill fate to you can in the long run turn out to be a good tiding . And catapulting you right into your hey days.In any case, just relax and reflect .

And sure enough you will walk through it all and persisting with enough lessons,opportunities,self actualization in the end.

Yeah, the lemon into lemonade mindset. Blessings in disguise some be.And don't forget to give thanks on your way.(pens off)

CRUISE AT LIKONI

Mombasa is the second biggest city in Kenya.Being an island town  surrounded by the Indian ocean,accesing the town is only possible through the Makupa causeway,Nyali bridge or Likoni ferry depending on which direction you are coming from.The town also sums up as a major destination for both local and international tourist.

Of all events  crossing by ferry is one that remains memorable to most visitors.Especially if it's the first time on a marine vessel.

The Likoni ferry station is located just off Nyerere road adjacent to Mama Ngina drive.Security is maintained high at the station due to the big number of people,all walks of life, involved.Walk through detectors and security personnel being deployed to ensure the smooth flow of events.

The ferry experience begins with a walk past through the check ups into the waiting bay.A pavilion like area where you wait for a few minutes for the ferry next in schedule.You'll notice a separate bay exists for expectant women and children,VIP and the ferry staff.Mark you, the ride is government sponsored and is hence free of charge unless you are having a vehicle .Here you'll have to part with about a hundred Kenya shillings,equivalent of one USA dollar to be granted access.

Sooner or later the gates fling open and you can now board the vessel.Vehicles will have gone in by the time gates go wide.There are two decks on the vessel and you can stand or seat on either.The announcer in fluent Swahili as is characteristic of the coastal region,helps the boarding process.He or she will warn against standing on dangerous places like  on the ferry ramp.And caution people on pickpockets and other such petty offenders probably in their midst.Anyone not yet in will be asked to hurry before the coxswain slips off .With more than 50 vehicles and 2000 plus people on board the big engines will roar.

On a good day,the ride can be  a theatrical affair of its own kind.You might be lucky to find a performer showcasing stand up comedy talent or other skits to the amusement of onlookers who may throw a few coins at their feet in appreciation.Preachers sharing in the good news are also very common especially during the night.

The view ahead of you while sailing through is  beautiful for lack of a better word. Especially if you get a place on the upper deck.Kilindini harbour with merchant ships docked at its berths is on your left.The entry channel with its marker floaters and Mama ngina drive can be seen on your right.While Likoni ushers in the south coast right ahead .Fishes of all kinds can also be seen in the clear blue ocean waters.On a good day you can also see ships.Big,gravid of commodity and horns blazing crawl into the port to relieve themselves of  their merchandise.

Nevertheless,photography and filming while on board is prohibited.Hawking is not also allowed.So beautiful is the scenery though the fun is usually short lived.Sooner than expected you hit destination.

First timers can feel anxious especially because of the depth of waters involved here. A port entry channel has to have enough depth index because of the heavy ships .However, it is generally safe, accidents ,engine stalls and other technical hitches being quite on the  minimal.

So important is this cruise such that business seems to entirely depend on it.Matatus,slang for public transport will lay empty until the ferry stops to bring in people.There are also cloth,food and all manner of  vendors on both sides of the channel.All dependent upon the huge influx of people in this area.School going children,businessmen and employees use this service daily and free of charge.

It is  hence a pillar not only of the coastal economy but also  of the general national economy.Private services would charge what most of the people would shy away from.Hence disabling movement and trade and eventually unbalancing development.

Thanks to the coxswains and staff who see to it that fellow citizens reach job and school on time and safe.

Indeed an important job, and, at least well done.

NATURE'S NATURE

Nature,nurtures,could torture and in many ways will even teach.Rightfully so,it is the common denominator from which everything else builds up.

Scientists,researchers,name them all.Have been known to simply use nature's own as raw material to engineer much of the development we see today.

And some of the math is this simple.Compare how aeroplanes taxi,lift,and glide all the way into the skies. To, what most of these birds do ,and the parallelism is obvious.Similarities in the outward designs are also loud enough.An aeroplane is basically a bird only maybe of a different species.

Radar  in aviation is used in the same context.As a higher depth,higher resolution eye into the skies.Scanning for any oncoming aircraft and clutter altogether.The artificial eye that sees but though a little differently.The concept though is solely generated from nature.And with widespread application.

Hence, let's begin to embrace,perceive and understand nature better.There's plenty of wealth,solution and inspiration from nature if only we were to take a closer look.

Its a known thing also that most celebrated  fashion designer's colour combinations are inspired by the beautiful birds and marine life around.And,easily accessible to all and sundry.You hardly come by a creature with mismatching pigmentation by the way.All their colours seem to blend perfectly with each other.

And in the medicine world,ecotherapy is also becoming very popular.Especially nowadays.It is not uncommon for medics to recommend sometime alone in a park or arboretum of sorts.The fresh air,sounds of chirping birds and flowing waters have been known to make the heart fonder and the mind calmer.

You might even begin shying away from the hustle and bustle of the noise blaring cities and it's similar leisure joints.And begin to seek the quiter parks for your day offs and vacations.Even in the beginning, HE did place them at Eden.

To continue enjoying we then must preserve.Hesitate not at any opportunity to plant a tree, shun the plastic bag for the biodegradables,use the litter cans,report the poachers et cetera.This way we will have protected our planets choicest possession for our own good and that of coming generations.

Then the Savannah's,the Amazons and the Galapagos will perpetually offer us this awesome presents and much longer.

Mother nature,she is indeed to treasure.

EMPOWER THE BOY CHILD

 A man is indeed a leader,protector and provider.This are responsibilities apportioned him by nature at least by default.It is only from the boy child that we can raise,nurture and put up men competent and efficient for the future.Hence the need to empower the boy child.

In the recent past however,a lot of emphasis has been put on the girl child.And,sometimes ,at the expense of the boy child.We all know of massive anti fgm,anti gender based violence and anti priority to first educate the boy child in the yet to develop world.

From infancy,the girl child is under the cover of activist,whistle blowers and law groups all championing for her fair share of the societal cake.And,much has been the fruit of this by the way.We see women now able to take part in almost every other sporting discipline.Boxing,wrestling,football and rugby inclusive.In the event of an opportunity in the job market,the issue of gender balance will always come up in male dominated fields the reverse of which is not necessarily obvious.And,a good percentage representation in the legislative bodies et cetera.

The boy child or young man on the other hand is expected to muscle his way through,as a man should.And some falling short of good mentorship end up into various vices after seeking solace in the street and other not very good places.And when his time comes he is not also a role model figure to those under him,and so he makes mistakes affecting many,and the cycle continues.

In the event of family breakdown, the girl child will usually earn sympathy from some persons.While the boy child will languish in the street as an urchin and pick up other ill fated titles with time.He will also be easy prey for scouts for the  role of child soldier in the event of civil unrest, while the family takes cover in the  provided places.

All this while,no organizations are formed to nurture him and toe him on the line towards delivering his noble societal expectations and in case of infringements to his rights defend him.

We need more of the likes of YMCA to really come up and see to it that the boy child and young man of today is provided ample ground for wholistic development. We need fraternities, philanthropy and enough foundations specifically geared towards this.

Let's see more of present day Baden powell, founder of the boy scouts movement. Or Dr Griffin,founder of Starehe boys center,an institution of excellence.The products of which are many prominent people in Africa today.