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Feb 9Liked by Adebola Akindele

You never fail to amuse me with these words. It has indeed been a pleasure reading quality time.

The part that stood out the most is Matthew 18:12. The assurance that he will always find me, that his love will always be there.

And even as I seek love on earth (my partner) I already have one which is never-ending.

Thanks for sharing something to encourage the single-pringles 😂

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Hehehe! I'm glad the Single-pringles are encouraged. Thank you for sticking with Quality Time, Timilehin. 💗

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Feb 10Liked by Adebola Akindele

I was reading and I was just saying this in my mind "Adebola's got lines o! Ahnahn!" I even found myself smiling throughout. And the impact of your words hit home. I know we are all different and people tend to feel weird or left out in this season, but there's one thing that's constant, it's Jesus. Yep. And this is coming from someone who's been single since I can remember while trusting God for His best, so I think I can say one or two things about it.

For many older singles out there, I'll just offer a little encouragement. I understand how some days feel like you're walking on sunshine with Jesus, and there are days you just want to yell and cry. I know they say it's he who wears the shoes that knows where it pinches, but we can trust that Jesus wore those shoes, and he definitely knows where and how it feels. So it's okay to trust him with your feelings and know that you're not forgotten because he makes all things beautiful in it's time. Thank you for sharing. He calls me 'The One' May we always remember this, even on days when it doesn't feel like it. Amen.

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Aw, my beloved Sister Itunu! This is such a heart-warming comment. Thank you so much! I love how you reinforced the points wonderfully 🤭. You already know how much I look up to you and love you! Btw, I really MISS you! I know you'll be back in good time (on socials). Trusting God for His best with you, and for you🥰🌹.

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Listen, when I read this: “For, I want to be lovingly pursued, truthfully affirmed and convincingly reassured with words and by a presence that exude gentle caress to the core of my being.” I literally STOPPED. These words should be in a poem.

Anyway, thank you for the new perspective on “the one.” I’ve always found it interesting how Jesus prepares us for relationships by calling us His bride and giving us guidelines on how to function in the role. We were always the one but were ignorant of the fact. Thank God He left the 99 ❤️

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Listennnnn, I think I should consider poetry sometime, now that you've pointed it out 😅. All Glory to God, Sakina! Jesus prepares us indeed. Thank you for your kind words🌹.

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Feb 9Liked by Adebola Akindele

Always a delight with Quality time😩 Thanks for sharing sis❤️

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Always a delight having you here as well. Thank you for reading 🤭🌹

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Feb 13Liked by Adebola Akindele

This piece has found a special place in my heart, I love this so much, Sis. You did amazing with this letter!

I don't have many words to say this time, but I loved this! And I needed it.

Thank you for sharing, Debola.❤️

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Confession time: I've been waiting for your sweet comment 😭💗. Thank you, Oluwadara! This came in just at the right time, and I'm glad you loved it. I hope we get to talk about, “I don't have many words at this time...” I felt something there. Didn't get your mail the other time when I dropped mine. Should we do IG instead? debolaa_xo is my username. Can't wait to catch up with you, Sister🤭.

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Feb 15Liked by Adebola Akindele

This so sweet, Debola. Thank you.🥰❤️

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Feb 12Liked by Adebola Akindele

This was a beautiful read that will be a constant reminder each time. Thank you!

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Aw, my heart is glad! Thank you too, for reading 💛.

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Feb 10Liked by Adebola Akindele

Thank you for the reminder. God's love first, then romantic love can follow, lol

Every part was beautifully written.

It was the medical terms for me ☻️😂

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My dearrrr, that's what happens when you write in between reading Clinical pharmacy 😂😭. Thank you for reading! I'm glad you have a reminder to hold unto🌹

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Thank you for this, it’s so easy to forget that the love we have received from Jesus is far much greater than any romance we can conjure up in our minds.

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I knowwww. Thank you for reading, sister🌹. It means a lot that you dropped a comment, too.

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Feb 15Liked by Adebola Akindele

Oh JESUS, I am the oneeee!!! This share of quality time cut into the core of my being. Thanks so much, sis Debola.

BTW, I love your careful choice of words, its arrangement, and your communication skills. I can literally feel your heart woven into every word you wrote. God's blessings always, dear sis.

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Now when a feedback is analysed this way, it gladdens my heart! Even more, it's from one of my lovelies 🤭. Amen to your prayers, my beloved sis! I love you🫶🏽.

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Feb 14Liked by Adebola Akindele

Whooosshhh😍

The pressure got worse and I ran here 😂😂😂

Welldone, Debola 💥💯

I took screenshots. Ohhh, I know I'm gon’ need them❤️❤️❤️

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Hahaha! I love it, and I love you more. Thank you for reading, Wums🤭🌹

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