HOW HAS BEEN YOUR JOURNEY ON HIVEThe clean planet community, in collaboration with the inleo monthly prompt has given us yet another opportunity to look back and reflect on our hive journey and goals. Personally, it's not been easy nor has the sailing been smooth, but like the saying goes, nothing good comes easy. And if it's any consolation to me, I'd say that I am gradually approaching calm waters on my hive journey.

Image is minePersonally, I cannot marry a man whose mother doesn't love me because once the mother hates you, most of the other family members will follow suit in that hatred.In Nigeria we do not just marry the man, we marry the family too and if you as much as marry into a family that doesn't love you, it is your children who will bear the brunt in the long run.

Are there any traditions in your locality that are unfair to women?I have been taking my time with this inleo prompt because I have a lot to say and loads of experiences to share. But after reading from several people and seeing how they did justice to the prompt, I will not overflog issues on Female genital mutilation and widowhood because they have already been addressed.

Image is mineIf there's one thing I enjoy about adulthood, it is freedom. In another sense, I do not enjoy the responsibilities that come with it and sometimes, I would want to wish it goes away but then I'll remember there were times I prayed to be where I am today and I'll just be grateful.

SourceIt's been six years since Ashley's been abroad studying. In those six years she got married to Raymond and when they graduated, they both returned to Ashley's home. Being that Ashley's father is a wealthy billionaire with lots of company, Ashley felt it will be a soft landing for her and Raymond to start up their life after school.

Growing up in most Nigerian homes, our parents must have one time wanted us and our siblings to further our education and become a doctor, lawyer and engineer career wise. While some parents despite their preference still allowed their children the liberty of choice, others put their foot on the ground and went since you are under my roof, it's my money funding your education, you will become a doctor because I want you to.