How are you doing? (Black Camry parked by the road side)

How Are You Doing, Really?

The first day I arrived in Calabar, I took a Bolt drive. I had just left the NYSC orientation camp, stepping into the next uncertain chapter of my service year. My heart carried a strange mix of emotions—anticipation, anxiety, a tinge of excitement, and an overwhelming sense of being unprepared. As I settled into the…

Vinland Saga

Why Do Anime Fans Hate It When You Call It a Cartoon?

I walked into the living room the other day and found my brother deeply engrossed in something animated. Being the curious (and slightly annoying) sibling that I am, I casually asked, “What cartoon is this?” He froze. The room went silent. Slowly, he turned his head toward me, eyes narrowed. “It’s not a cartoon.” I…