They say “Dreams come true” Well, that’s right because I got to tick a thing off my bucket list!

A while ago, my friend (Ozi) and I took a trip to Lagos and we planned to visit the Lekki conservation Centre during our stay. I’m so glad we did!

If you’re a lover of nature you would definitely love the Lekki Conservation Centre. The monkeys, tortoise, crocodiles, peacocks amongst other beautiful creatures roaming around freely are such a sight to behold!

We got there at about 12pm on Sunday and got our tickets (at #1500 for each of us). Afterwards, we were given a tour guide. Our guide prepared our minds for what was ahead, we were told to remove some things from our bags to avoid being hijacked by the monkeys surrounding the wooden bridge.

As we started the walk on the wooden bridge, the monkeys started trooping out to say hi… lol. We took breaks in between our walks to take pictures and make videos. Not so long into the walk, we arrived at the suspended canopy walk.

The real journey begins!…

Immediately I saw the canopy walk, I ran out of breath for a few minutes. It didn’t even end there. When we began climbing, I started screaming for my dear life (like how did these people not tell me the walk was this high? it’s about 22.5 feet above the ground and 401 meters long).
As we progressed, my hands became slippery and my stomach jumped. The Canopy walk has six stages; the first three stages were the ascending stages, The fourth stage was quite leveled and the fifth and sixth stages where the descending stages. Stage four got the best of me, lol… Emotions were running up but the tower house at the end of each stage prepared me for the next. Also, Ozi came with a friend (Nene) and I was in between them throughout the canopy walk, that helped boost my confidence.
The tower house is a good idea for people who want to rest in-between. The fresh air and view from the top was really beautiful to experience. This minute you’re scared, next minute you start to regain your confidence and you find yourself enjoying the experience. The experience is one for the memory books.

The end of the canopy walk leads you to another wooden bridge (different from the wooden bridge which we started the canopy walk from) and this bridge leads you to the family pack; another great site and space to have picnics, family get together, hang out with friends and lots more. We didn’t get to do much at the family pack because our major focus was the canopy walk. Drinks, snacks etc are sold at the family pack tho.

Another thing I liked about the Lekki Conservation Centre was the fact that they had a few educative boards around (I learnt new things).

Oh! Did I mention that the tortoise is aged and so beautiful?!!

Few things to note when going to the Lekki conservation Centre

1. Wear sunscreen.
2. Arrive early, the canopy walk is better done when the weather is not so hot and trust me you don’t want to be on the long queues.
3. Carry a light backpack.
4. Wear comfortable shoes and clothing; sneakers are the best kind of shoes to wear.
5. Ensure your hands are free while on the canopy walkway so you can grip the railings properly.
6. Only six people are allowed to climb the canopy walkway at a time.
7. Have some snacks and water in your backpack.
8. Do not run, jump or seat on the canopy walkway.
9. Go with friends it’s more fun.
10. Keep your fears at home! This will help you enjoy the moment. 

In all, the Lekki Conservation Centre experience was truly amazing and it’s one for the memory books. I am glad I get to tick this off my bucket list.

Was it scary? YES
Was it fun? YES
Was it worth it? YES
Will I do this again? YES

Have you had a canopy walk before? Share your experiences.
If you have been to the Lekki conservation Centre, I would like to know what your experience was in the comments.

Until my next post,

Stay Adventurous,

Rayha

2 years ago, I put my first post out here. I was skeptical; I didn’t know what to expect, I didn’t think anyone will take their time to read my post but I hit the publish button anyways. 

To my surprise, I came back to beautiful comments. I was excited, I didn’t know how to act anymore. It felt like I had just written my first book… lol!

In the last 2 years, I have tried to keep it active. I’ve learnt, made mistakes and learnt again. I still fret when I hit the publish button though (well, it’s only natural).

Blogging has brought me several good things. It’s been an avenue for growth and exposure. I’ve been privileged to meet amazing bloggers who have inspired and supported me. I’m grateful for the experience; I’m glad that I’m able to connect with y’all through this little space of mine. Reading your comments gives me reasons to carry on and that’s why I’m still here doing this regardless of the hurdles. 

Thank you for giving me the opportunity to learn from you through your comments. Please, don’t stop. 

I look forward to doing more with you and for you. I look forward to creating a community with you. So help me God. 

Here’s to many more. 

Thanks for sticking around,

Rayha. 

“The aroma of bouquet, variety of chocolates and collection of perfumes are beginning to fill up the mall shelves and oh! How can I forget the teddies adding beautiful colors to the shelves. Little ol girl is confused and man dem can’t seem to make a decision”

Hey there! 

I know you’re quite stuck between what to get and what not to get for that somebody. Well, I come in Peace to share with you a few things to consider before swiping that card. Perhaps, you get a thing or two from this, so… grab a seat, some waffles and read along.

I’d just go straight to sharing them

1. Their Love Language; Thanks to Gary Chapman, our love languages have been simplified to five. Understanding your partner’s love language is important in every relationship and it’s really a thing to consider while getting gifts because we all are different. Trust me you don’t want to spend a whole lot of cash getting gifts for someone who would rather read a long ass epistle of your feelings for them. So seek to find out and act accordingly.
2. Usefulness; Another thing to check is the context of the gift you’re giving out. Be sure that this won’t be an addition to a bunch of those things they never get to use. I mean you won’t want to get a tie set for a guy whose everyday style is a Kaftan or a pair of diamond earrings for a lady who’s Faith is clearly deeper life. Am I communicating??! 
3. The Numbers don’t count; Yes! I said what I said. It’s never about how many gifts you buy. If you’re thinking of getting as many gifts just so that box is full, plix dear, DON’T! Quality always wins! 
4. Make it Custom; Well if you’d agree with me, there’s this feeling of excitement that comes with knowing that a thing was made specially for you and you’re the only one that’d get to own it. Tbh, all these stuff on the shelves are beginning to look like each other so I’d advice that you get a custom of whatever it is for him/her if you can.
5. It’s not about You; Most times when we want to gift people, we tend to pick what we like not what they’d actually like. Trust me when I was say I’ve been in this particular shoes and guess what??? I played myself! So communicate, keep their personality in mind, keep the assumptions away and make it about them cuz that’s what it is.
6. The State of your relationship; I don’t mean to say long stories here but my brother, my sister.. you just started dating 2 days or a week to valentine and you want to impress with gifts??? Calm down! Be focused on creating a healthy relationship, the gifts can come later.. but if you feel the need to really gift him/her, who are me to stop you??? Continue!

Lastly and most importantly, I’d like you to note that it’s totally okay to not gift him/her anything if you’re unsure of what to get. Remember that the memories you create together and the time you spend with each other counts more than the material things. So, give them your TIME. 

If you read this to this point, I love you and Happy Valentine! If you want me to, I’d be glad to help you with gift ideas here

I’ll be spending valentine in bed, sipping a really nice smoothie and working. I’d love to know how you’re spending your valentine. Tell me in the comment box.

Until my Next post 

Rayha hugs and Kisses! 

“I’ve never heard of a person who gave and helped another without receiving it in a thousand folds”

Hey there!

I can tell you’re wondering what HOPE means in this context and why it’s even a project. Well HOPE here means Having Only Positive Expectations and it’s a project by Queen Uyai (Face of Fashion Africa 2018). She came up with this initiative to give back to the society in her own little way. She aims to empower youths, women, and men through the project too.

Kicking off with three Orphanages in Abuja, Project HOPE had it’s first official outreach visiting the kids in two different orphanages at Lugbe and one at Apo. Whilst visiting, the kids at the orphanage were taught Face painting and Ankara crafts. The team also left them with foodstuffs, clothing and provisions.

The welcoming was so beautiful and warming; I was so delighted to be in their midst! Although, my visit almost got me to a point of questioning so many things (like why will anyone abandon their own child, why do our parents have to leave us and a whole lot more) I cautioned my mind immediately to focus on the goods things only. And i’m just going to say that the people who don’t have the most are the happiest and most content.

Watching the kids pray, was the highlight of my visit. I was so impressed at how these kids are being brought up in the way of God. I couldn’t even get over the respect they all had, and oh! how so brilliant they are. (My ovaries… lol).

I’m grateful to have been a part of this project and i’m also thankful to Queen Uyai for answering this great call and coming up with such an awesome project.

I look forward to doing more of this and I look forward to seeing the kids at the top too! I pray that the Almighty who has brought them to this world will continue to be with them and hold their hands through it all. God bless the entire Project HOPE team.

Spread love always guys.

until my next post.

XO 

Rayha