Before I continue with this list, let me apologise to the male-folk. This particular post is to women who are inspiring other people - it is not meant to be feminist or 'girl power-ish', I only thought of these women and decided to talk about them. Thanks for understanding (*wink*).
3. CeCe Winans (Singer, Author, Presenter): I think about her and I am amazed at how a well-developed skill can cut across borders and boundaries. The effect of the combination of her voice and her spirit is so powerful, that you have to listen to her song, even if you don’t want to. Her gift has taken her from the podiums of Grammy Awards, to the almighty White House, and boy, she is stylish! She’s got a smashing figure for a mother of twenty-something-years, but always manages to be modest. Her smile and her face are both pretty (sometimes I just can’t help staring at her photograph). She is deep, she is beautiful.
4. Joyce Meyer (Preacher, Author, and Host of Enjoying Everyday Life): To use the words of other people, her institution is the largest faith-based organization to be run by a woman, so far, in the world. She constantly speaks of how to overcome difficult challenges in life, as she overcame her own experiences of sexual and substance abuse. She encourages that we should have a good relationship with other people, and most especially, with ourselves (Check out her book – Eat the Cookie, Buy the Shoes). She did not allow her personal weaknesses and the negativities of her past to overcome her. Instead, she turned them into major strengths that have become pointers for other people. Isn’t she beautiful?
5. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Hon. (Journalist, Politician): I am speechless when I think of her. Even as I write this, I am short of words. She is emotional, and peaceful, yet she manages to be firm, hardworking and courageous. She’s not only made a name for herself both in Nigeria and outside the borders of Africa, she has earned the respect of men and women alike. I once attended a conference during which she shortly mentioned her movement from NTA to politics. I remember her words “They were confident I could do it …[so] I attended ward meetings and got involved with the people…” From the 8 year old investigation of Mary, the miracle baby (do you remember?), to the sponsorship of Nigerian Infant Health Welfare Bill (the bill that ensured that every child 5 years and below gets free healthcare services), our honorable senator has proven that depth, strength, valor and compassion are the beauty of a woman that years cannot wrinkle .
If there are women who inspire you, why not make your own list and share with me.
Beautiful People 1
I was once asked to mention something or someone I think is beautiful and give reasons why. I realized that pin-pointing one person as beautiful is quite a difficult task; particularly in our world where you won’t feature in a celeb magazine, if you don't have a slamming body (either by work-out or plastic surgery) and wrap luxury brands like Gucci or Prada round it . You may make it into the popular event-publicizing publications if you wear enough make-up, eye-popping jewelry or at least an odd-looking piece of fashion item that you call unique. I smile when I think of how that word unique has lost its true meaning (which is - special, distinct or one of its kind). If we honestly examine the people around us, we will see that every individual is special and different from others; it’s just that we have allowed our experiences, our thoughts and the opinions of others to determine how much value we place on ourselves. I thought of women who have changed the lives of countless others and I came up with the names of five my favorite women and why I think they should be in the league called ‘Beautiful’. Please note that this list has no specific order. Enjoy!
1. Kari Jobe (Singer):
If you’ve ever enjoyed the music experience of Darlene Zchech, then you’ll love Kari Jobe, except that she adds a bit of rock to some of her songs. I love this statement in her website bio - "Young girls dream about becoming lawyers, fashion designers, nurses or mothers. Kari Jobe knew at 10 that she would be a [singer...]” By the time she left grad school, she was doing just that. Ask a fresh graduate about his/her plans for the future; you’ll not get a reply that talks about affecting lives with one’s gifts and abilities. Even the regular upcoming professional thinks of the future in terms of financial or statutory rewards. Anytime I remember Kari, I usually ask myself one of these two questions: ‘I am following my heart in the decisions I make?’ ‘Am I doing what I know I should do with my life?’
2. Dotun Arifalo (Pastor, Author, and Founder - God’s Leading Ladies Worldwide): I heard about her as a fresher back then at the Obafemi Awolowo University. Even as an undergraduate, she was an icon feminine strength and role model to people of her faith. Smart, pretty, disciplined, spiritual, she has such an overwhelming zeal to help people. Her passion is contagious and she is inspiring, as no one I gave her book or CD said less than “Wow!” I think a beautiful woman should have some of these qualities at least.
1. Kari Jobe (Singer):
If you’ve ever enjoyed the music experience of Darlene Zchech, then you’ll love Kari Jobe, except that she adds a bit of rock to some of her songs. I love this statement in her website bio - "Young girls dream about becoming lawyers, fashion designers, nurses or mothers. Kari Jobe knew at 10 that she would be a [singer...]” By the time she left grad school, she was doing just that. Ask a fresh graduate about his/her plans for the future; you’ll not get a reply that talks about affecting lives with one’s gifts and abilities. Even the regular upcoming professional thinks of the future in terms of financial or statutory rewards. Anytime I remember Kari, I usually ask myself one of these two questions: ‘I am following my heart in the decisions I make?’ ‘Am I doing what I know I should do with my life?’
2. Dotun Arifalo (Pastor, Author, and Founder - God’s Leading Ladies Worldwide): I heard about her as a fresher back then at the Obafemi Awolowo University. Even as an undergraduate, she was an icon feminine strength and role model to people of her faith. Smart, pretty, disciplined, spiritual, she has such an overwhelming zeal to help people. Her passion is contagious and she is inspiring, as no one I gave her book or CD said less than “Wow!” I think a beautiful woman should have some of these qualities at least.
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