“There is only one thing that makes a dream impossible to achieve: the fear of failure.” ― The Alchemist. A quote from Paulo Coelho I have referenced many times, but quite frankly, never truly appreciated. Until now. There’s something about youthful abandon that allows (or permits) young people or young…

Dear United States of Africa,It’s been a good 50 years since the day you were born from that mustard seed of hope. You’ve come a long way since then. Today (July 2, 2060) historians are trying to pinpoint exactly the moment you were birthed. Was it the day ECOWAS, COMESA…

Another season is coming to an end, and with it another period begins. It’s always a bittersweet moment, arriving at that juncture of culminations and new beginnings. Memories of both the good and the bad flood in and seemingly overwhelm you. The kiss of a smile might grace your lips…