So who taught a young Jack Daniel how to distill what would become the world’s best-selling whiskey? Nathan "Nearest" Green, an enslaved Black master distiller,  taught distilling techniques to Jack Daniel, founder of the Jack Daniel Tennessee Whiskey 🥃 . —Uncle Nearest, as he was fondly called by family and friends grew up in Lynchburg, Tennessee, and began working on the farm of a country preacher and distiller in Lincoln County around the mid-1800s. It was there that he learned the skill of distilling and specialized in a process of distillation known as sugar maple charcoal filtering which was also called the Lincoln County Process. Nearest was such a skilled distiller in the process he specialized in but he kept working with the preacher in the Lincoln County and fortunately it was there that Jack Daniels met him. In the mid-1850s, Jack Daniels who was just a young white boy from a large family and who also lost his mother to a sudden illness at the age of four months began working as a chore boy for the preacher whom Uncle Nearest worked for. It is said that Jack Daniels was a curious young boy who kept asking about the smoke coming up through the hollow on the 338-acre property and why men kept hurrying back and forth from that area which he was never allowed to go with mules and wagons. He never stopped asking, until the preacher whim he worked for decided to give in to his curiosity took him to the area on the property where the smoke came from. As later described in the boy’s biography, it is said that the preacher introduced the young boy to a “coal-black negro” which was uncle Nearest. He introduced Uncle Nearest by saying “This is Uncle Nearest. He’s the best whiskey maker I know of”. The preacher went further to ask Nearest to teach the young (Jack Daniels) everything he knew about distilling and also the process of sugar maple charcoal filtering. A request Nearest obliged and taught the young boy the special filtration process of the Tennessee whiskey.

You asked him N7,000, and your dad told you he will give you in the morning before he leaves for work. This was after he had thoroughly scrutinized what you needed the money for, all the questions he asked were already making you angry. Throughout the night your dad couldn't sleep because he was thinking as to why he must sacrifice his last N7,000 for you In the morning he calls you into his room and gives you N6,000 instead of N7,000 You were not happy and squeezed your face in discontent, and reluctantly said thank you after complaining that it was not all you requested Your mum after seeing this does not utter a word but meets you in your room where your dad is not present and gives you N1,000 from her own money and say "DON'T MIND HIM" add this to meet your needs. You began to smile and quickly run to Facebook, Instagram, and Whatsapp to write. I have the best mom in the world 🌍, I love you mom Now your dad has gone out with just N500 in his pocket with no fuel in his car. Because of you he used public transport that day to work. He gives your mum N500 to enable her handle emergency while he is away. At work, he worked overtime. After closing late, everyone of you keeps saying "daddy is never always around except mum". Your good dad will never allow you to see how much he suffers for the family because he is a MAN Always try to appreciate your dad your husband and brothers. It's not easy at all. They go through a lot to provide Food, shelter and so on for the family. You won't know how much a male gender suffers just to provide the little you downgrade, some have to starve themselves just for you. May God Almighty bless our FATHERS in what ever thing they find themselves doing AMEN ?

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*5 WAYS TO COMMUNICATE BETTER WITH YOUR PARTNER* James 1:19 My dear brothers, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, A lady complained to me about how her husband rarely listens to her. She said that anytime she wants to talk with her husband, it's either he is watching TV or he is using his phone. When she requests his full attention, he will say that she should say what she wants to say, that he's hearing her. This had happened for several years in their marriage, and she was very sad about it. During my session with both partners, I decided to find out why he was doing that. I asked him several questions and discovered that he had seen his parents live that way in his growing up years. So he grew up thinking that that's the right way for a husband to live and interact with his wife.. During my counselling session with them, I shared several tips with them on how to communicate better as couples. I shared with them something that many couples do not pay attention to - the way you communicate with your spouse is frequently a pattern you picked up in your growing up years from your parents and other adults that you lived with. Your spouse probably picked up some other communication pattern in their growing up years. Communication is the heart of any successful relationship. Whether you're newly dating or have been married for years, the way you communicate can make or break the bond you share with your partner. Unfortunately, like the couple whose story I shared, many couples struggle with expressing themselves effectively, leading to misunderstandings, resentment, and emotional distance. The good news is that regardless of the communication pattern you were exposed to in your growing up years, improving your communication skills is possible! Here are some of the ways you can communicate better with your partner and foster a deeper connection. 1. Listen to Understand, Not to Respond: Often, we listen to our partners with the intent to respond rather than understand. Active listening involves focusing entirely on what your partner is saying without interrupting or thinking of your reply. By doing this, you show empathy, which can strengthen emotional bonds and make your partner feel truly heard. 2. Be Clear and Direct: Beating around the bush or using passive-aggressive language can create confusion and tension in a relationship. Using passive-aggressive language is a pattern of indirectly expressing negative feelings instead of openly addressing them. So learn to be clear and direct about your thoughts, feelings, and needs. Use “I” statements instead of “You…” to avoid placing blame and encourage open dialogue. 3. Practice Patience: Not every conversation will be easy or comfortable. Learning to be patient with your partner, especially during difficult discussions, can make a huge difference. Give them the time and space to express themselves, and resist the urge to react impulsively. Sometimes, it’s best to take a break if things get too heated. 4. Use Non-verbal Communication: Words aren’t the only way to communicate. Non-verbal cues such as body language, eye contact, and touch can convey affection, concern, and attentiveness. A warm hug or holding hands during a conversation can reinforce emotional connection and make your partner feel supported. 5. Check-In Regularly: Life gets busy, and it’s easy for couples to drift apart if they don’t make time to check in with each other. Schedule regular conversations to talk about how you're feeling and what you both need. These check-ins can help prevent issues from piling up and strengthen your relationship over time. Effective communication is an ongoing effort that requires practice, patience, and intentionality. It’s not just about what you say, but how you say it. Small shifts in communication habits can lead to a deeper connection and a happier partnership. By the end of the session with me, this couple recognized where they are not doing well and apologized to each other. Today, they are living happily and improving their communication skills.❤️

The Wonders of God.. The Houston International Airport was as crowded as ever with people rushing to catch their flights. And then, in the middle of the crowd, Shadow, an experienced German Shepherd K9 started barking fetociously at a woman waiting in the long queue. It was quite an unprecedented action as she was 7 months pregnant and appeared to be terribly frightened by the dog’s reaction. Nevertheless, the dogs were rarely wrong and officers asked her to step forward. They conducted a thorough search of her belongings, but found nothing out of the ordinary on her. Yet, Shadow wouldn’t stop sniffing her and barking at her. The officers were confused and contemplated their next move. Should they let the woman go? She was heavily pregnant and the entire situation made her upset and uncomfortable. And then, just as they decided to let her go, Agent Grant remembered that Shadow was also trained as medical alert service dog. Rather than her being a smuggler or carrying a dangerous weapon, could there be something medically wrong with this woman? He wondered. Just to be sure, he explained to her that Shadow was a special dog and he would like her permission to call the emergency services to check on her. Although she hesitated at first, the woman eventually agreed. To everyone’s surprise, the medics discovered uterine rupture, which is a serious and rare childbirth complication where the muscle wall of the uterus tears under pressure. The woman was quickly rushed to the nearby hospital where she was operated and gave birth prematurely. Her baby was still tiny and placed in an incubator, but luckily, both he and his mother were fine. That day, Shadow saved two lives. His strong senses allowed him to detect that something wasn’t right with that woman’s child. Dogs have up to 300 million scent receptors and are able to detect chemicals or changes in body odor caused by diseases or other medical emergencies. A few days after the incident, Shadow and Agent Grant paid the woman a visit at the hospital where she and the staff gave an appreciative “thank you” to Shadow in a brightly lit hospital ward. Such are the immense wonders of God. A God who knew in advance and selected an animal to be man's best friend also equipped it with ability to detect when something is wrong medically within a human being. A God who equipped dogs with up to 300 million scent receptors so that they are able to detect chemicals or changes in body odor caused by diseases or other medical emergencies in a woman it has never seen before.. Something no machine with all its sensors and gadgets can do till date.. What a friend we have in Jesus.. All glory to his name.

The Wonders of God.. The Houston International Airport was as crowded as ever with people rushing to catch their flights. And then, in the middle of the crowd, Shadow, an experienced German Shepherd K9 started barking fetociously at a woman waiting in the long queue. It was quite an unprecedented action as she was 7 months pregnant and appeared to be terribly frightened by the dog’s reaction. Nevertheless, the dogs were rarely wrong and officers asked her to step forward. They conducted a thorough search of her belongings, but found nothing out of the ordinary on her. Yet, Shadow wouldn’t stop sniffing her and barking at her. The officers were confused and contemplated their next move. Should they let the woman go? She was heavily pregnant and the entire situation made her upset and uncomfortable. And then, just as they decided to let her go, Agent Grant remembered that Shadow was also trained as medical alert service dog. Rather than her being a smuggler or carrying a dangerous weapon, could there be something medically wrong with this woman? He wondered. Just to be sure, he explained to her that Shadow was a special dog and he would like her permission to call the emergency services to check on her. Although she hesitated at first, the woman eventually agreed. To everyone’s surprise, the medics discovered uterine rupture, which is a serious and rare childbirth complication where the muscle wall of the uterus tears under pressure. The woman was quickly rushed to the nearby hospital where she was operated and gave birth prematurely. Her baby was still tiny and placed in an incubator, but luckily, both he and his mother were fine. That day, Shadow saved two lives. His strong senses allowed him to detect that something wasn’t right with that woman’s child. Dogs have up to 300 million scent receptors and are able to detect chemicals or changes in body odor caused by diseases or other medical emergencies. A few days after the incident, Shadow and Agent Grant paid the woman a visit at the hospital where she and the staff gave an appreciative “thank you” to Shadow in a brightly lit hospital ward. Such are the immense wonders of God. A God who knew in advance and selected an animal to be man's best friend also equipped it with ability to detect when something is wrong medically within a human being. A God who equipped dogs with up to 300 million scent receptors so that they are able to detect chemicals or changes in body odor caused by diseases or other medical emergencies in a woman it has never seen before.. Something no machine with all its sensors and gadgets can do till date.. What a friend we have in Jesus.. All glory to his name.

41 THINGS TO TELL OUR DAUGHTERS AS THEY GROW...✍🏾. OUR SONS VERSION COMING SOON. @highlight 1: Tell your daughter that Money has no gender. She can make money the way any Man can make it and even more. 2: Tell her to step into the FIELD not the BED to make money. Money from the field comes with dignity, money from the Bed comes with STD. 3: Let your daughter know that she need to trade her brain not her privates to make money. 4: Train your daughter never to pray to marry a rich man, but to work to become rich girl. 5: Train your daughter never to pray to marry a Governor but to work to become the President. 6: Train your daughter that the instrument of money making is under the Hat not under the skirt. 7: Train your Daughter never to Man-hunt but to focus her focus and she will become the focus of many Men. 8: Train your daughter that no man can love her like God, so she must never trade her relationship with God with a relationship with any Man. 9: Train your daughter that internet never forget or forgive, let her know that the foolish post she makes in the internet can depose her from her post tomorrow. 10: Tell your daughter that time wait for no man, if she waste her time with a foolish man, she will wake up one day to discover that it is night time. 11: Tell your daughter that life give back what you give into it, wickedness will be fully repaid. 12: Tell your daughter that beauty is not in exposing nakedness, it is dressing to look like a Queen. 13: Tell your daughter that she is a princess and not a prostitute, tell her to dress to prove she is. 14: Tell your daughter that it is a great wickedness to sleep with the husband of another Woman. 15: let her know that married men do not love her, they only see her as available sex toy to satisfy the urge in them. 16: Let your daughter know that the best friend she can keep is God, He can not disappoint her. 17: let your daughter know that beauty without brain makes one look like a Decorated pig

**HOW TO LOVE AND HELP YOUR HUSBAND 👱‍♀💃** *"An excellent wife is the crown of her husband." - Proverbs 12:4* 1. **Respect Him Unconditionally.** Listen to him and ask for his opinion. Value his advice and follow his guidance. Men have a deep need for respect, so show it in your tone of voice during conversations and how you approach him, especially when you disagree. Ensure your children respect their dad in the same way. Prioritize him over the children and teach them to do the same. Let him know his thoughts matter and that you truly value his input. 2. **Accept Your Husband as Your Spiritual Leader.** Men are created to lead the family, which doesn’t imply that women are any less significant. It means God has equipped men with certain skills to effectively guide their families. As stated in Ephesians 5:22-23, “the husband is the head of the wife, as Christ also is the head of the church.” Accepting your husband as your spiritual leader involves recognizing and supporting his role in guiding the family’s spiritual life. Allow him to lead in prayer, Bible study, and spiritual decisions while also contributing your own insights to enrich your family’s faith journey. If he’s struggling in this area, offer your support and encourage him to seek guidance from trusted sources or professional help if necessary. 3. **Listen More.** Engage and listen when he speaks. While you might want to make him smile, your willingness to listen can be even more impactful. 4. **Be the Best Version of Yourself.** Show love by striving to become the best person you can be. Your happiness will positively affect your husband’s well-being too. 5. **Contribute Financially.** Marriage is teamwork; be willing to share your financial resources to help pay the bills. Avoid being stingy with your money. 6. **Be Caring and Compassionate.** Support him when he has a bad day or celebrate with him on a good day. Show your love and care without waiting for him to get sick or need assistance. Simple gestures like a cup of coffee in bed or a cuddle can mean a lot. 7. **Support His Dreams.** Be flexible and willing to sacrifice for your husband’s goals. A supportive wife allows a man to push his limits and achieve success. Stand by him as a team, working together toward daily routines and long-term ambitions. 8. **Love Him Unconditionally.** Be there for him through good times and bad, demonstrating unwavering love. 9. **Give Small Gifts.** Make your husband feel special every day, not just on special occasions. 10. **Maintain His Wardrobe.** Wash and iron his clothes, including underwear. 11. **Celebrate His Achievements.** Recognize and celebrate his successes, no matter how small. 12. **Discipline Your Children Together.** Avoid saying, “I will report you to your daddy.” Work as a team in parenting. 13. **Spend Money Wisely.** Utilize any money he gives you judiciously, showing you value his contributions. 14. **Submit to Him** as your lord and king. 15. **Pray for Him Regularly.** Let him know you’re praying for his well-being, demonstrating care for his spiritual life. 16. **Comfort and Console Him.** Be there to provide strength and support whenever he needs it. 17. **Be Intimate.** Prioritize your physical relationship and do not neglect your s€xual intimacy. 18. **Keep a Clean Home.** Maintain a tidy and organized living space. 19. **Prepare Timely Meals.** Ensure he is fed and nourished regularly. 20. **Show Appreciation.** Praise him and express gratitude. Encouragement can motivate him to go the extra mile for you. 21. **Make Him Laugh.** Lighten the mood by making him laugh daily. **COUPLES WHO HELP EACH OTHER CAN NEVER BE HELPLESS** You will not fail in marriage, in Jesus' name. Please share this message with your loved ones. 🙏

Job Title: Graduate Intern - Administration Location: Abuja What You Will Do List the set of primary job duties, tasks, and functions specific to the position: Facility inspections: Inspect building management systems and structures and identify safety hazards or other defects for repairs,renovation or replacement. Preventive and Corrective Maintenance: Interface with service providers to ensure timely and efficient execution of all preventive and corrective maintenance. Provide onsite support and oversight of service providers for the execution of such maintenance activities. Materials/Equipment sourcing: Support the identification and sourcing of best quality materials, spares and equipment through Company's processes. Contractor Monitoring: Monitor, coordinate, and track contractor KPIs (safety and other deliverables), timely invoicing and payments, and contractor performance assessments. Administration of Company's Intergrated Work Management System (IWMS): Interface with various units to enhance adoption of the IWMS, raise and track client requests , monitor timely resolution of preventive and corrective maintenance . Monitor utilities and consumables: Collate, review and reconcile data on utilities consumption, AGO inventory management, and request for supplies as required Safety & Controls Interface: Implement Company's Safety and Controls expectations and coordinate implementation by service providers through relevant safet meetings and engagements. Facilities Mangement Coordination - Support the efficient and smooth operation of all aspects of the Company's office and residential facilities. About You Must have completed the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) program within the past two years. Degrees & certifications required for the job should be listed here, listing ‘B.S. or equivalent work experience’ in this section is acceptable if an actual degree is not required Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Social Science or related fields with a minimum of Second Class Upper https://jobs.exxonmobil.com/ExxonMobil/job/Lagos-Graduate-Intern-Administration-Abuja-LA/1296712400/?utm_source=HNJ

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