I FOUND OUT MY REAL MOTHER WAS THE HOUSEMAID

All my life, I called her “Mama Rose” — the house help.
She cleaned our floors, cooked our food, and always looked at me with sad eyes.
I never knew why.

Until one day, she bent to pick up a broken glass…
And I saw the exact same birthmark on her back that I had on mine.
A jagged crescent. Like a tear.

That’s when I started asking questions.
And my entire childhood… fell apart.

I grew up thinking I was the daughter of a wealthy woman named Florence Okonkwo.

My “mother” was elegant, cold, and proud.
She dressed me in lace. Drove me to school. Smiled for photos.
But never once told me she loved me.

Not once.

Then there was Mama Rose.

She wore second-hand clothes.
She called me “My Angel.”
She made jollof rice exactly the way I liked it — slightly burnt, with fried goat meat on top.

And every time I was sick,
she cried like her own soul was breaking.

I was 19.

Mama Florence was in London for a conference.
I was home from university on holiday.

That morning, I dropped a glass of water.
It shattered on the kitchen tiles.

As Mama Rose bent to sweep it up, her blouse shifted…
And I saw it.

That strange C-shaped birthmark.
Exactly like mine.
Same shape. Same position. Same darkness.

I froze.

> “Mama Rose… where did you get that mark?”

She paused.
Her hands trembled.
Then she whispered:
“I prayed you’d never see it.”

That night, I went into Mama Florence’s room.

I wasn’t sure what I was looking for.
Maybe an explanation. Maybe proof I was imagining things.

Instead, I found a journal, hidden in a velvet box under her bed.

The first entry was dated February 2003 — the year I was born.

And the very first sentence shattered my identity.

> “The house girl gave birth in the guest room.
I told the nurses to list me as the mother.”

Page after page revealed the truth.

Florence was barren.
Her husband had an affair with the house girl — Rose.

But instead of kicking her out, she made a plan:

> “I’ll raise the child.
She will never know where she came from.
Rose can stay. But she must be invisible.
No hugs. No photos. No motherly attachment.
She is not the mother anymore. I am.”*

I sat across from Mama Rose that evening.

I couldn’t breathe.
Couldn’t cry.
Couldn’t even form full sentences.

Just three words: “Is it true?”

She didn’t deny it.

She just walked over to the small wooden box she always kept in her room.

Opened it.

Inside were dozens of photos…
of me as a baby.
Cuddled in her arms.
Kissed on the forehead.
Wrapped in an old blue cloth I still slept with at night.

And then she said:

> “I wasn’t strong enough to fight for you.
But I never stopped being your mother.”

Then she added…
“Your father didn’t die in a car crash.
He’s still alive.
He’s just… in the other house.”

I opened Facebook.

Typed in the name Rose gave me.

And when I found the man’s profile…

My heart dropped.

He had another daughter.
She looked just like me.
And her name…
was also Adaeze.

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TYPES OF WOMEN.

By Mr VIDAMBU Sam.

So many men see a Lady, like her, love and want to marry her without trying to find out what type of Lady she is and if she's the type they want to go down the high with. Beauty doesn't make a Lady, personality does and Ladies have so amazing personalities if only you can get to understand your Lady and she's the perfect match for your person, not a perfect Lady. There is no perfect human being.

There are different types of Ladies out there. We encounter them every day but pay little or no attention to their persons because we get carried away with their beauty, shapes, accents and worth. Sir, stop being distracted, stay focused.

In this article, I'm going to share with us, the types of women we encounter now and then so that we can have a better understanding of whom we are dealing with at the time.

Please, note that the level of religion your Lady operates in doesn't change or affect her personality. Men change spiritually, women don't because they are spiritually made and can operate simultaneously both spiritually and physically unlike men who are physically made.

1.FAMILY LADY.
This kind of woman is very emotional. She is very attached to every member of her family. You will come to identify her if she keeps on telling you about her cousins or relatives people you never met; on your date nights. They take a firm stand on political and equality issues. Pick your discussion topics very wisely.

2.MOMMY LADY.
You will not recognize her instantly. This kind of woman possesses motherly instincts that come out during the delicate or sensitive stages of your life. They are genuinely caring in nature. If you miss texting or calling her after reaching home, expect a minimum of Ten missed calls waiting for you. If you get a minor paper cut, she’ll appear with substantial first aid. A sneeze can end up with a thermometer in your mouth and at least three days of rest!

3.HUSTLER.
This kind of woman is very hard-working by nature. Her priority will always be her dreams. Don’t misjudge/doubt or condemn her if she cancels the date for any assignment/work. You may raise your expectations, but in reality, be mentally prepared to support her career decisions. You may wish to help her in any way possible, but this kind of woman prefers playing their game independently.

4.GOSSIP LADY.
This type of lady is Google in human skin. They usually have a record of everyone and everything including you. You may find it difficult at times when you want to have some deep, meaningful conversation, but on days when you want something to cheer up your mood, her enthusiastic voice would be enough.

5.THE LISTENER.
This is the favourite type for the majority of men in the world. She’ll always be there to listen to you without any judgment or interruption. She is the silent observer kind. These kinds of women are introverts or ambiverts. She takes her own time to open up to you. Once found, she’ll be your first go-to person whenever you are feeling low and just need someone to listen to you.

6.SUPER LADY.
These women are an upgraded version of the hustler types. They do work hard and no matter what they are going through physically, emotionally, mentally or financially they will never let you know. They are emotionally convincing. They hardly lose their calm during the emergency. They are experts in multi-tasking and hiding their emotions. If you have found someone of this kind, then you need to be very careful about your actions because no matter how strong they are, they also need someone to look after them.

7.Ms PERFECTIONIST.
A woman with all positive habits. Disciplined life, clean home, hygienic environment, healthy eating habits and, focused on goals. You are making the wrong choice if you are exactly opposite to her. Compatibility is going to be a significant issue. But if you are looking to improve your current lifestyle, then this kind of woman is your best choice.

8.PANDA LADY.
She is a cute, lazy, sloth bear who can be your great partner in crime to hang out with. Your weekends will never be the same after you have found her. Get ready for disappeared hoodies, unlimited pizza deliveries, and binge-watching during the weekends. If you are too lucky, then she will also be your video game and watching a football match partner.

9.BOSS LADY.
The dominating ones. The Ms. Always Right. If you are in a relationship with her, be ready to change your schedules, according to her. And of course! Never dare to end up with any kind of disagreement with her. However, if you are someone who has lost track in life, nobody is better than her to help you get back to find yourself. She may appear like the most aggressive one but stick to her till the end, and you may discover amazing facts about her that nobody else knows.

10. DRAMA QUEEN.
This type of lady is the one who will exaggerate the given situation. Be sure that you won’t be allowed to spend much of your time with friends or relatives. Forget about talking to other girls. Most of your time is spent in shopping malls or wiping her tears. No matter how much possessive she is for you, this action will make you adore her even more.

11. PARTY LADY.
This is the type of woman who can make you feel insecure if your personality is not understanding types, then she is the one. She spends most of her weekends at the disco parties. She’s the kind who will make time for you according to her mood. Be prepared for cancelled date nights. You can try to get involved in her inner circle of friends, which may take time, and you may not feel comfortable too. Anyways, stay safe.

12. FAIRYTALE LADY.
This is a Daydreamer Queen. For her, logical thinking is of the least priority. She’s the emotional kind who breaks down quickly. If she says Unicorns exist, just say yes. She still has a touch of innocence in her nature. Be there to take care of her, and she’ll treat you the same.

13.DIFFICULT LADY.
These women are ambitious and bold, adventurous and emotional, brainy and defiant, incorrigible and outlandish, determined and badass. They are about pleasing themselves as much as those around them. They don't say yes simply because it is expected of them.

14.STRONG MINDED LADY.
This is a courageous Lady, one who doesn't depend on anyone else. She knows who she is. She build herself and builds others up. She doesn't see showing emotion as a weakness. She follows her intuition and doesn't overthink everything. She is truly happy and knows what it takes to make her own happiness.

15.ELEGANT LADY.
This lady displays self-respect, class, appreciation, and etiquette. She does not allow her mood to affect her manners. She is wise to know that being an elegant lady doesn’t mean that one should be snobby or stuck up, but that one should have dignity, consideration, and moderation in one's daily actions.

No matter which kind of woman you may come across, just respect the way they are, and you will get the same treatment. And make sure, whoever you end up with, you won’t force her to change her current self.

Changing a Lady is indirectly creating a monster. You will not like the result. Your best bet is to leave her to herself. Accept her for who she is and find a means to manage her person. That is the only way you can have the best of her.

Marrying a good mother to your kids is better than marrying a good wife for yourself.

(You can forward this information to others but without removing Vidambu's name and put yours. This information has been copy righted under Sam Vidambu, any form of plagiarism will be regarded as an offence).

You Are Blessed.

Lawyers should never ask a Georgia grandma a question if they aren't prepared for the answer.
In a trial, a Southern small-town prosecuting attorney called his first witness, a grandmotherly, elderly woman to the stand. He approached her and asked, 'Mrs. Jones, do you know me?' She responded, 'Why, yes, I do know you, Mr. Williams. I've known you since you were a boy, and frankly, you've been a big disappointment to me. You lie, you cheat on your wife, and you manipulate people and talk about them behind their backs. You think you're a big shot when you haven't the brains to realise you'll never amount to anything more than a two-bit paper pusher. Yes, I know you.'
The lawyer was stunned. Not knowing what else to do, he pointed across the room and asked, 'Mrs. Jones, do you know the defence attorney?'
She again replied, 'Why yes, I do. I've known Mr. Bradley since he was a youngster, too. He's lazy, bigoted, and he has a drinking problem. He can't build a normal relationship with anyone, and his law practice is one of the worst in the entire state. Not to mention he cheated on his wife with three different women. One of them was your wife. Yes, I know him.'
The defence attorney nearly died.
The judge asked both counsellors to approach the bench and, in a very quiet voice, said,
'If either of you idiots asks her if she knows me, I'll send you both to the electric chair.