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I was in tears, laughter, and a host of emotions as i read this blog..all ican say is im in AWE.. your words pour’d forth raw truths and im happy to know you as a person:)
God bless 🙂 your truly an inspiration to many of us:)
awww ari, nicelly said sis, cried abit, cos i know were ur coming from, like u said,more gracefulllll days to come in the name of our lord amem,
hope ur having a blast in cancooon:-) wish i could make it,(credit crunch)but i owe u some niger feast wen u get back
take care and see u soon
zi:-)wao!!!! what a journey the best in life are yet to come for u. keep been u we all love you. Happy birthday!
Lady O
Beautiful story, beautiful writing – amazing person.x
Babe, I’ve told u to write a book!!
It was a funny read!
It was an interesting read.
It was a captivating read. BUT most of all
It was a very moving read.. Almost moved me to tears but i restrained myself cos I’m in class!! lol!Look your dreams can still be realised!! Its never to late!! Its in your hands..
Who knows u may write the book and it could fall in the hands on MJ or 3T (in like 10 year’s time) and you’ll meet them!!!But really… to another many many many years of friendship!!
I believe in you… You can do it!! C how far you’ve come..
Love u loads!!!well amongst the tears and laughter Ari, I have to say, what I have thught from the day you gave me the opportunity to work in the world, I so much admire, you are a formidable strong, talented woman, Your raw honesty here has shown that there are bigger and better things in wait for you by Gods grace. I will count myself very lucky if I attain a quarter of what u ave achieved in your life. Your an inspiration girl!
Be blessed xxx
i don’t know you but i love how you were able to write your journey of life so far. you have accepted your past and focus on your bright future. keep doing your thing girl. i think you should publish this because alot of young girls can hear your story.
Arieta i dont know how i came across this (probably on your wall) But i am so touched and tears are welling up in my eyes…This a wonderful post and its wonderful to be able to talk about painful topics…a true sign of healing…and peace…God bless you sweetheart and have a wonderful birthday!
Doreen Caven
www. lovecranberry.comI’ve always admired you from afar…you’re definitely my secret role model. Your blog almost made me cry. You are a SOLDIER and for that I salute you. I thought I’ve had the worst experiences in life (and I am only in my early 20s) but you have given me the courage to hold on tight and face the battles that are yet to come. You will definitely achieve great things and people like me would be saying, “yes, we knew she would make it.” If I could give you one thing for your birthday, it will be a day with MJB, who by the way I think you look so much alike, only you are much better. Anyways, Happy 30th Arieta!! Just keep believing in yourself and I am sure you will definitely achieve your dreams. I LOVE YOU….God Bless you!! I am sure your parents are watching down on you from heaven.
xoxoxoI take my hat off to you girl. You i understand most of what you’ve written here. Congratulations! You’re 30 and you’ve achieved in that short time what alot of people will not achieve in a life time. You know what i mean, and sincerely like i told you a while back i still do see you up there. Keep doing what you love to do and remain blessed. Lots of love.
Hey Ari,
I just found your posting while googling stuff.I love you loads and I hope you behaved yourself at the Consulate today and that everything went well.
You write beautifully.