http://youtu.be/14LvS-w27yc When I got my exam results this summer my heart sank. 'What next' played on repeat in my thoughts while emotionally, confusion and frustration fought amongst each other. This feeling was all too familiar... Last year I thought my world would end because I failed a unit of my course. I would have to wait... Continue Reading →
Annual check-up … ‘Stats’ unveiled
WordPress kindly notified me that it's the anniversary of my blog: travelmakerkai.com! As it's a year since I edited 'this is a wordpress blog' to 'a black girl's perspective...', perhaps now is the best time to do a deep and thorough evaluation by inspecting my stats. Sort of like a full body check-up of my... Continue Reading →
The racist face of Brazil’s miscegenation
Such an interesting read! The motivation I need to get back into writing about my experiences in Brazil.
Stepping into Spring: Short-cut to good hair!
It's spring time! I'm back home in London after my extensive travels just in time for one of my favourite seasons of the year. The one that signifies new beginnings! The sun is finally showing through the clouds- amazing how a bit of sun in London brings out positive energy and confidence... Enough confidence for... Continue Reading →
Maira’s List: Top 5 places to visit in Salvador!
Salvador da Bahia! Historically known as the "City of the Holy Saviour of the Bay of all Saints". Brazil's vibrant Afro-Brazilian capital, renowned for its positive energy (which by the way is contagious) and happy people, has had an immense impact on me since my arrival earlier this year. So to say goodbye not just to the city... Continue Reading →
Beach, Mountain, Forest… or simply Rio de Janeiro?
It's a coincidence that todays Daily Prompt is Places; Beach, mountain, forest, or somewhere else entirely? (Daily Prompt). Well why have somewhere else entirely when Rio de Janeiro has all those in one city?! I'm back in Rio where my journey in Brazil started a few months ago. On my arrival to the city, the... Continue Reading →
Passport to Reality… The right time
This morning I think God decided He'd had enough of me whining about not wanting to leave Brazil! And rightly so. I mean, I know he says I can talk to him about anything, but I forget that he has a trillion or so other voices to listen to. Like a spoilt child demanding what... Continue Reading →
Praia do Forte and enjoying Acaraje!
The former fishing village still holds much of its rustic charm and character. If sun, sea and sand are on your wish list, away from the overwhelming bustle of Salvador, then Praia do Forte is for you! It's definitely worth the short trip away from the capital of Bahia, where you'll find other tourists seeking the same... Continue Reading →
Comedy of Errors… When does it stop being funny?
Murphy’s Law says, “Anything that can go wrong will go wrong.” Write about a time everything did. (Daily Prompt) Considering how much I love travelling, just knowing how much can go wrong is enough to have me make some preparations before hand. But no matter how much I prepare, technology has a way of failing... Continue Reading →
Food for thought… A generous helping of inspiration
Writers Block! How do writers manage to overcome it and still maintain inspiration to continue their craft? When the brain has decided, without notice, that it's on strike, what's the next available option? Wait it out or find other routes? Is it the case of any strike- 'life goes on'?... When tube workers are on... Continue Reading →
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