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This one right here was long overdue. The year 2022 has been a rollercoaster of emotions for me. Perhaps the craziest year ever.

And it begins...
 
So, a friend of mine who I had not seen since we graduated from university in 2017 reached out to me to say that he was in my city. I was really excited. Although I hated having to hang out with a social battery of -2, I did it anyway. We met in a really lovely floral-themed place, and I just knew I wanted to return there, ALONE. And I did. Too bad I did not take enough pictures of the venue. Maybe I will next time.  

 I woke up on a cold Saturday morning asking myself if I forbade enjoyment, lol. Unlike most people I know, I hardly go out, much less take myself on a private date. That day, I made up my mind because I deserved it.   I had been working so hard all week, making double my weekly sales in my dropshipping business. I knew I deserved more. So, I headed out.

Again, I apologize for not taking enough pictures. You see, I was there to unwind and breathe, not to take pictures.

 
Pams Park is not the most tastefully furnished location. However, if you're a lover of floral decor and a lot of greenery in your space, then you’ll love it.

 
I went in the morning because I wanted to be there before the evening crowd started to troop in. The seat designs were unique, and I could just tell immediately that the designer put a lot of effort and soul into the concept. There were several seating arrangements, but I chose the open rooftop seats. From there, I could see all that was going on around me.
 
I cannot begin to tell you how much a day away from everything threatening your mental health and personal space can do for you. I cannot count how many times I closed my eyes to the feel of the fresh and cool breeze. Occasionally, the breeze made my hair dance around my face. I felt like a magazine model posing for a shoot, lol, just kidding!
 
I tried to focus on the novel I went with, but my customers were bent on sending me a million WhatsApp messages just to ask for the teeniest tiniest detail.
 
My favorite thing about Pam’s Park was the swing. I haven't played on a swing for ages. I jumped on the swing as soon as I saw it, and it brought back memories of the good old days.
 
I wish there was someone to make a video of me at that moment, swinging with reckless abandon, excited and relaxed!
 
When hunger set in, I settled for snacks and a drink. Two hours later, I ordered a plate of Nigerian Jollof, with chicken, and cold juice to wash down the delicious food.
 
All I did was eat, read a romantic novel, listen to music, take pictures of the beautiful clouds and enjoy the cool breeze. In all of these, I didn’t spend a fortune.  

Basically, all I’m trying to explain is that what you need may just be a little "YOU TIME." Take that break and watch everything fall back into perspective.
 
I got to Pams Park around 11 am and left a few minutes before 7 pm, happy, refreshed, re-energized, re-vitalized, and more than ready to take up new challenges.
 
PS: If I had to make a list of my favourite places, the beach would be number 1–5. However, Pam's Park is number six.