So, who amongst you thinks or believes that Valentine’s Day is for all kinds of love? Personally, I believe that Valentine is for celebrating romantic love, but these Hallmark people, they just know how to create a card for every flippin’ situation. So, even on Valentine’s Day, there are cards for parents, siblings, friends, neighbors, and even co-workers. Yeah, whatever. I bet you there’s a It’s-been-a-year-since-you-died card for the dead, somewhere in the Hallmark aisle. Oh, speaking of Hallmark, they are something else. Did you know that Mahogany Cards (the cards for African Americans) are also done and owned by Hallmark, except, of course, the characters are fed with very dark chocolate. This isn’t a complaint, by the way. Just a weird way of commending Hallmark and throwaying yansh for them.
Back to Valentine’s Day : In spite of what I may have written in the first paragraph, I actually don’t mind buying a Valentine’s Day card for my parents and friends. Not because I really think I’m celebrating love with them on that day, but because I think it’ll make them smile.
I understand how people do not believe in or celebrate Valentine’s Day, but I really don’t understand how people hate Valentine’s Day. Whatever did Saint Valentine do to them? That’s all part of what I intend to find out on Saturday on the Verastically Speakin’ Talk Radio. There’s got to be a plausible reason for hating Valentine’s Day, right? I’ll be co-hosting with Myne Whitman — and maybe Kpakpando. Kpakpando has not been informed of her name being put on the ballot of co-hosts for this Saturday. She’ll find out once she reads this J
–> I am so excited about the Show Me Your Love Valentine Event. Pictures have been coming in; I’ve started working on them, and boy oh boy! I’m in love — with everyone’s love. If you’re interested in sending a picture of you and yours, send it asap to project@verastic.com
–> K Travula aka Baroka is doing something very, very wonderful. He’s raising money for the people of Jos. Let’s help our brother and help our people. And the best part is, you get something in return! Read all about it here.
–> The giveaway is still on — and you still have a chance to win. All you have to do is leave a comment. You can leave as many as you want. Since the winner will be selected randomly, the more comments you leave, the greater your chances of winning. We’re already 211 comments in. Happy contesting! > here
–> I’ve just been briefed by Funmi Iyanda’s PR, that her show Talk With Funmi, will be going on air on Sunday, February 7th 2010 on Africa Magic’s DSTV at 7pm. Does anyone know how to get DSTV, if possible, in North America? I’d really like to watch her. It’s a wonderful thing she’s doing.
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That’s it for today! Join me on Saturday morning for the I-Love-You-Show. By the way, you’re totally welcome to call in and express your love for anyone. Only love, please! Do not call and express hatred, indifference, and/or irritation. Okay, fine, you can express irritation J The show is at its regular time — 10am U.S. Eastern. 4pm, if you’re in Nigeria. Listen here. Call 1.646.929.1905 to join the conversation. Follow me on Twitter. Can’t call in? E-mail your thoughts: radio@verastic.com
Sai an jima [Goodbye, in Hausa].
Miss Jayla u r spaming the wrong post.
@Baroka…u av started again o?? I thought we were tweeties? SO now u r igbo kwenu forever ye? Ok o…u will come back soon kosi wahala..
And err Iya vera, there is one option you left out on that poll biko.
e) I didnt know valentine was a holiday.
I will be tuning in tonight for sure!
Now I'm quaking in my boots. Vera o…LOL…
I hope my forgetfulness doesn't get the best of me this sat because i don't wanna miss the show for anything.
Interesting very interesting.
Oh! it really is nice what Funmi is doing. I'm totally feeling her as a personality. loool Leave hallmark oh… even a let's play golf card…haha!
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lol @ its been a year since u died card, thats kolo!
funmi in dstv! daz great! i always enjoyed her show. like it a lot better than Mo's.
hmmm, abt dat picture thing eh. i've changed my mind abt submitting. i But would very much love to see those showing their love
I´ll turn in to listen..Yeah I also don´t get why people hate v-day …
I hope Kpankando can cohost…I am curious to hear they(Kpankpando and Myne Whitman) sound like lol
VERA!!! its been a hot minute!! Happy new year..lol(yea i know its feb)
unfortunately i wont be able to call in tommorrow, i have a lot of indifference and irritation to express..
i will surprise you with a phone call one day in the near future.
I just discovered your show and have had the pleasure of listening to three shows AND would like to confess that I almost gave Kpakpando a standing ovation when she called in to talk about love and finance (I couldn't 'cause I listen at work and I'll like to keep my job), so please give her anything she wants. It's okay to offer her Funmi's firstborn too.
BTW, I think OriginalMgbeke should host a show soon.
Dolly: Thanks, boo! Happy Falantine to you, too.
Mamuje: Hope you'll be able to tune in. Thanks for visiting; I'll be sure to return the favor in a bit.
Anonymous (Uche): My guess is that you'll get carried away by your love. Which books? LOL.
Naija Mom Abroad: You're welcome, love. When you tune in, if you do tune in, I hope you'll enjoy the show.
Baroka: It's either I'm having amnesia or you're starting to suffer the early stages of dementia (my guess is the latter). Which day did you take me to the moon? Me, Vera Ezimora? Oburo kwa'm oo! Since you're now Igbo kwenu for life – which, by the way, is the best decision you have ever made – you should have no problem interpreting that Igbo.
Jayla: You're still thinking if you should send a picture??? Babe, send it over! Come on now! Wetin be this sef? That said, I do appreciate the multiple comments, but you did it on the wrong post. lol. I'll tweet you the right post.
Fabulola: It's not an option because Valentine isn't a holiday. If it is, please let me know. I have a few people to sue for not giving me holidays on Valentine's Day.
Blowing Blessings: By "tonight," I hope you mean on Saturday morning? LOL. The show isn't till Saturday morning, but I guess you're welcome to tune in early. Hahaha.
Myne Whitman: Quake not, for the LORD is with you. LOL.
Rene: Ah, we have to do something about this your forgetfulness ooo. We can't be having that. You are not allowed to forget!
Azazel: Indeed, it is. Isn't it? 🙂
Bob-ij: Na so I see am, nne. Hallmark just knows how to create a card for every single situation. Golf indeed. LOL.
Omotee: Hahaha. Believe me, Hallmark probably has a card for that. They're just waiting to figure out a way to get it to the recipient (in the coffin).
FFF: You've changed your mind?!?!?! No, we can't have that! You better send that picture before I refuse your son's hand in marriage. I'm sure you wouldn't want that now, would you?
Joicee: You've never heard Kpakpando's voice before? She's co-hosted with me several times. Her voice has been imbedded in the sands of ehm… audio. LOL. Yeah, but I hope you tune in this Saturday. That said, unfortunately, Kpakpa will not be able to co-host this Saturday *sob*
Reverence: You have a lot of indifference and irritation to express, really? Awww, men! Why won't you be able to call in, darn it?
Da Yarinya: Thank you soooo very much for your comment. I'll make sure that Kpakpa sees it. If you enjoyed her call, then you'll enjoy her shows even more. She's co-hosted more than twice. It's unfortunate that you listen at work AND want to keep such a job. LOL! I'm up for donating Funmi's first born. Why not??? Anything for Kpakpa. Sooooo…. Original Mgbeke, huh? I must let her know that she's been nominated. And, she must comply, of course. Thanks, babe!! Feel free to nominate any other person.
see you saturday as susual, Why wont you love valentines day? hehe!
So i was just wondering, in the picture where Funmi is with the okada riders, those are not almost knee high boots she's wearing in Nigeria on a seemingly warm afternoon, are they???
Dearie, I think you might consider invitiing Original Mgbeke to partake in one of the radio intwrviews. See her recent interview on my blog.
Ms. O: I'm sorry, but I know not what you speak of! Mind yourself o!
Mizchif: LOL. Nne, I have made a decree that nobody – yes, even you – will put me in trouble this year. lol. On a serious note, I don't know much about her boots or the location. Besides, how do you know that it didn't just finish snowing??????
Standtall: I just saw her interview oh, and right you are! I must invite Original Mgbeks to come and speak live and direct with me. Yes, she must.