Dishusbandmata

Our fathers are usually the symbol of discipline in the homes although mothers usually are apportioned the blame when a child does not turn out right . But beyond what parents can do, there is still the collective responsibility of the community to buffer what is taking place in the home . Our writer looks at this concept with practical examples as she shares her own story. Enjoy 

On this last friday , we  round up the theme of the month as we look at  the unique relationship between fathers and their daughters . This relationship can be nurtured in a way that will help the little girls  develop healthy relationships further in their adult life 

Society seems to place a greater value on children of a particular gender and the pressure to have a male child is unnecessarily placed on a woman . Although this might come from the larger family, some husbands add to the pressure irrespective of the scientific evidence that they are the ones responsible .Our writer today shares her experience and how she has dealt with this situation in her home...

Our guest writer shares his story of what it meant for him the first time he became a dad. He shares the joys, challenges and everything inbetween that he experiences being a father to his only child, a daughter

Although it is over a decade he died, Zippy remembers her dad and decides to remember him in a unique way .She decides to appreciate him by writing a letter. She recounts the many lessons he taught and the legacy he left as she shares the wonderful relationship she had with him. 

As we celebrate Father's Day this month, we examine the relationships between fathers and daughters and our guest writer starts by writing about the difficult relationship she has had with her father, filled with lessons for us all. Enjoy 

Our earliest experiences of love usually start from home and most times, it beginsfrom the womb of our mothers . As Mother's day was celebrated this month in North America,this post is a tribute  to step-mothers who refuse to treat their step-children with a second class citizen status in their homes . Even in blended families, all children can receive first class love. Enjoy 

Gracilis continues the discussion and discusses how beyond making friendship a solid rock for all we do , there is a need to keep out enemies from our bedroom and discusses Pornography as one of the enemies to avoid. Gracilis has also had live sessions on Instagram &Facebook on CADA Matters on the issue of Domestic abuse &Pornography . We are passionate about your relationships being healt...

Little Ones Teaching -We also learn from our children and in this post, our guest writer Unyinme shares an important lesson she learns from her set of twins. Insightful and written with wit &humour. Enjoy 

The value of friendship in a relationship will greatly help the sex. Gracilis continues with the theme of the month and the need for friendship to be on the table long before the sex begins as the oil of friendship is what colours the sex . In her practical and down to earth manner with practical examples, this is a post you are sure to enjoy. Enjoy and please leave a feedback.

In this post, Dr Loretta Ogboro-Okor starts our discussion on the theme of the month centered on sex and our relationships. She shares candidly with true life examples, urging us to break the stereotype. Enjoy 

The ability to place ourselves in the position of others is one thing that will greatly help our relationships, improve our emotional intelligence as well as enable us to communicate better. In this post, Gracoilis discusses from true life experiences of interacting with people on social media , helping with the dos and donts. Enjoy 

The good thing about mistakes is that they help you to get better . But we do not always feel that way when they happen and do not always want to make mistakes when it comes to the love thing. Our writer today shares hers with lots of practical wisdom. Enjoy 

Sometimes it lasts for long , but sometimes it hurts inside. With every potential love , there is the potential of a heartbreak and our theme continues as we look at some more stories in this post . Enjoy

After love goes sour. we cannot let it define our attitudes or the way we treat our former sweethearts. Rather than being dramatic, we can all learn to be honourable in such a way that we do not shatter the remaining self-esteem o f those we once loved. Gracilis shares several insights with practical stories in this post .Enjoy

Having a heartbreak can be bad enough but worse still is when you meet an Ex who is a drama queen/king. How do you get out of the situation and what can one do to ensure that meeting up with Ex=es especially unexpectedy does not turn to a nightmare.? Frank writes candidly from his practical experience . Enjoy

In this Live Session , some of our writers look behind the scene on the theme of March to discuss generally the subject of "Neighbours. Frank discussion as usual with lots of practial tips and lessons learnt over the month;s articles. Enjoy  

Familiarity they say breeds contempt and it is sometimes best not to have friends as neighbours .It sometimes puts a strain on the relationship that makes close friendshi  no longer an option. How does   one guide against this? Our writer draws wisdom from her personal experience

Moving to a new neighbourhood and finding good neighbours can be daunting. Worse still is having a neighbour whose name is Peace and their actions are far from peaceful. Our guest writer today shares her experience with a neighbour called “Peace”

Sometimes some neighbours do not know where to draw the line and begin to take friendly gestures as signals for romantic involvement/What are the rules of engagement or disengagement when our neighbours want something more. Gracilis shares a personal story and how she managed the situation.

We all have neighbours and must learn how to live with them in the most civil way . Our writer todays draws from her experience of living and being a neighbour. She furnishes us with some useful tips drawing from her personal story

Neighbours come in all shapes and colours. The good, the bad and the Ugly. Sometimes, the really bad ones might appear quiet but are really sheep in wolves clothing and may be out to groom your children .Gracilis shares her experience as a child with one of such Digressive Neighbours in this post.

 In this maiden edition of "Gist with Dishusbandmata" ,join some of our writers examine the articles for the month, bringing in their own perspectives, what they learnt, liked and could relate to. It gives you a better insight behind the scenes and it is an opportunity to interact with the writes and their stories. Gist with Dishusbandmata is done on a monthly basis and will soon be available...

Love and being in love must go beyond wishing. We must each take our responsibility to keep our relationship fire hot. Our writer today shares how her dull bedroom became the opposite when she analysed her situation and took responsibility. It sure is something to read and comes  highly recommended by  the Gist ladies

It may be made in heaven but it has to be maintained here on earth. Love is like a garden , it has to be tendered and when we don't do the work, it does not always go well . Our writer today gives us useful tips to keep our love afresh