Why I will never stop writing

Sometimes I ask myself, if I could rewrite my history, would I choose to be a writer again?

Read of the Week - The Ugly side of Professional Football

American football players (Google images)

This week's pick is a more poignant read. To the outside world, football or American football players are the definition of masculine strength, athleticism and success. Behind the scenes, players can pay a hefty price with their bodies, health and even their lives. The New York Times account of Patrick Risha's time on and off the field provides a riveting read.

*Thanks to reader Oby Ijeh for pitching a read for the week. That's another read in the pipeline! All suggestions on a 'read of the week' are highly welcome...and don't forget to post your comments (smiley emoji)*

 Happy reading!

Men have Rights too

Fathers 4 Justice campaigners (Google images)

"It is not only women that are oppressed, men are oppressed too; they just don't moan about it"

I took a mental pause when my brother said this. "Really?"

"Yeah!"

All at once, my Dad and brothers started talking: Men do not get to enjoy exclusive perks and privileges that women take for granted; the burden of expectation on men can also be crushing...as the list gathered pace and snowballed into a full-blown rant , I could only sit back and listen. 

Read of the Week - The Evil Genius named Robert Clive

Robert Clive

We kick off our new series "Read of the Week" with an article from The Guardian, UK. This week's extensively-long read, delves into the unsavoury history of the East India Country - led by the sociopath, Robert Clive - and their unfettered looting and conquest of the Indian subcontinent.

Happy reading!

A New Series begins on Fresh Angle!

It's March already! But still, I must start by saying HAPPY NEW YEAR. Hope your year has been an exciting one so far.

Mine has been very fascinating. Working on a number of projects which I'm excited about. Unfortunately, my shifting priorities place Fresh Angle on the backburner once again.

But, I had an idea, brainwave, Eureka moment (if you like) while reading an article today.  I've decided to start a new weekly series titled "Read of the Week". 

It will simply be a fascinating, insightful, thought-provoking article on any topic culled from a reputable news outlet. Your thoughts, comments and analysis will be HIGHLY welcome.

Also, I'll be counting on you to recommend articles that you think would make a good "Read of the Week".

So, off to post the very first "Read of the Week"

Look forward to reading your comments. 

New Year Resolutions ARE a Waste of Time

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Seriously, before you begin the pointless exercise of writing 151 things that you're going to achieve in 2015, you better save yourself the ink and paper. 

If you want to Succeed, See yourself as a Commodity!

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I've known my friend M.J for a year now, but it's only recently that I've begun to notice peculiar things about him. He's very intelligent, knowledgeable, and has a photographic memory.  I told him he's like an iceberg, taciturn and reserved on the outside, while hiding a wealth of great qualities below the surface.