Buttercup

Hopeful Romantic, Unapologetic Foodie, Fitness Enthusiast, Dedicated Retweeter.

[Buttercup @Omababie]

You must be willing to trust God to the point where you look foolish.

[Pan African (Igbos are from Rivers State too) @IzunnaDike]

The problem with Peter Obi’s supporters is that they think they love Nigeria the most, they believe supporting a Non-corrupt, compassionate, successful, morally upright, frugal, agile and efficient candidate makes them the only ones that have Nigeria’s best interest at heart.

[Ugochukwu Ugwoke, ISch @FrUgochukwu]

Someone tagged me to a post someone made here on X. The quote reads: "For a young Christian seeking a close relationship with God, the Catholic Church is not for you."

In the comment section, she mentioned that her reason for saying this is because in the Catholic Church, the prayers are already written, and it feels like mere recitation. She asks: “When do you actually get to communicate with God in your own words and express how you feel?”

While I commend her openness, I find the post a bit shocking because the young lady mentioned in one of the replies under the post that she is a Catholic and even confirmed. The sacrament of confirmation is the sacrament of Christian maturity. A confirmed Catholic is considered mature in the faith. But the post shows a misunderstanding of what prayer truly is in the Catholic tradition.

This response is for every other person who may feel the same way about prayers in the Catholic Church.

First, the Catholic Church does not restrict anyone to written prayers. In fact, the Church encourages spontaneous, personal, heartfelt prayer. We have countless devotions that require personal communication with God:

1. Visitation to the Blessed Sacrament/Adoration, where you sit alone with Jesus and speak to Him freely from your heart.
2. Meditation on Scripture (Lectio Divina), where you reflect and talk to God personally.
3. Private prayer at home, morning and night, where you use your own words.
4. The Rosary, which includes deep personal meditation on the mysteries of Christ’s life.
5. Silent contemplation, where no written word is needed - only your heart before God.

Written prayers are not barriers - they are guides, just as Jesus Himself taught a written prayer: “Our Father…”(Mt 6:9).

So the issue is not that the Catholic Church prevents anyone from speaking to God. It is that many have not yet discovered the depth and freedom of Catholic prayer. The Church gives you both: ancient prayers that form the soul and the freedom to speak to God in your own words.

[Mr PitBull Stories @MrPitbull07]

For nine months, my wife, Brooklyn, carried our baby boy. And for nine months, we lived in a place between hope and heartbreak.

Early in the pregnancy, we learned something was terribly wrong. Around the three- to four-month mark, doctors told us our son had severe hydrocephalus — fluid building so rapidly in his brain that it pushed everything aside. They used to call it “water on the brain,” but the simplicity of the name didn’t soften the reality.

We were eventually referred to Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, where some of the best fetal specialists in the country met with us. And they gave us the kind of news no parent is ever prepared to hear.

His condition was so severe, so extreme, that they stopped measuring. There was no point, they said. The MRI images were devastating. We were told there was a greater than 90% chance our son would either:

• Die shortly after birth, or
• Survive with such profound cognitive impairment that life — real life — would not be possible.

We sat through meetings no parent should ever sit through. Conversations about breathing tubes. About how long to try. About the moment we might have to make the decision to let him go.

Brooklyn moved to Cincinnati to be close to the hospital. I drove back and forth — working, caring for our daughters Sophie and Lily, and trying to keep our home standing while our world felt like it was falling apart.

Then came July 8th.

Just 15 minutes before Brooklyn’s C-section, we sat with doctors again and discussed when — not if — we might have to remove life support and let our son go to heaven.

I don’t have words for that kind of pain.

And then — Charlie Edward Schnarr entered this world crying.

A strong, loud, defiant cry.

The most beautiful sound I have ever heard.

He stayed in the NICU until yesterday… and now we are home. Together. Holding him. Loving him. Watching him breathe. Watching him live.

He has mild ventricular enlargement we will keep an eye on — but otherwise?

He is thriving. Eating. Wiggling. Yawning. Gripping our fingers. Looking around at a world that was never supposed to be his.

The doctors have no explanation. They said his brain somehow cleared the blockage on its own — something none of them have seen in a case this severe. The word that kept echoing through the NICU from seasoned nurses and top specialists was the same:

“Miracle.”

“Divine intervention.”

They said it. Not us.

We know thousands of people — family, friends, coworkers, strangers — were praying for our son. I believe with everything in me that God heard those prayers. That He placed His hand on Charlie. That He said, not this one.

I will spend the rest of my life thanking Him.

To every person who prayed for us — every text, every message, every whispered intention — thank you. You carried us when we were too exhausted to carry ourselves.

Prayer is real.
God is real.
And miracles… they still happen.

With a full and grateful heart,

—Nick

[Ugochukwu Ugwoke, ISch @FrUgochukwu]

May God, the source and origin of all blessing, grant you grace, pour out his blessing in abundance and keep you safe from harm throughout this year🙏🏽

Happy New Year, 2025!

[Ugochukwu Ugwoke, ISch @FrUgochukwu]

In this new week, may God restore the good things you have lost, bind what is bruised in you, mend what is broken in you, heal what is sick in you, and make your joy full.

[Mariah Carey @MariahCarey]

IT’S TIME!!!! 🎉🎄 #KAYPartner

[Saint Adaugoijele ✝️ @JustAdaugoijele]

Litany of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Lord, have mercy on us. Christ, have mercy on us.
Lord, have mercy on us. Christ, hear us. Christ, graciously hear us.

God the Father of heaven, Have mercy on us.
God the Son, Redeemer of the world, Have mercy on us.
God the Holy Spirit, Have mercy on us.
Holy Trinity, one God, Have mercy on us.

Holy Mary, Pray for us. (repeat after each line)
Holy Mother of God,
Holy Virgin of virgins,
Mother of Christ,
Mother of the Church,
Mother of mercy,
Mother of divine grace,
Mother of hope,
Mother most pure,
Mother most chaste,
Mother inviolate,
Mother undefiled,
Mother most amiable,
Mother most admirable,
Mother of good counsel,
Mother of our Creator,
Mother of our Savior,
Virgin most prudent,
Virgin most venerable,
Virgin most renowned,
Virgin most powerful,
Virgin most merciful,
Virgin most faithful,
Mirror of justice,
Seat of wisdom,
Cause of our joy,
Spiritual vessel,
Vessel of honor,
Singular vessel of devotion,
Mystical rose,
Tower of David,
Tower of ivory,

House of gold,
Ark of the covenant,
Gate of heaven,
Morning star,
Health of the sick,
Refuge of sinners,
Comfort of Migrants,
Comforter of the afflicted,
Help of Christians,
Queen of Angels,
Queen of Patriarchs,
Queen of Prophets,
Queen of Apostles,
Queen of Martyrs,
Queen of Confessors,
Queen of Virgins,
Queen of all Saints,
Queen conceived without original sin,
Queen assumed into heaven,
Queen of the most holy Rosary,
Queen of Families,
Queen of Peace,

Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world, Spare us, O Lord.
Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world, Graciously hear us, O Lord.
Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world, Have mercy on us.

Pray for us, O holy Mother of God,
That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.

[Ugochukwu Ugwoke, ISch @FrUgochukwu]

The ninth month is the month of expectation. May all your expectations be met and realised in this month of September🙏🏽

[Ugochukwu Ugwoke, ISch @FrUgochukwu]

O God of creation,
Direct our noble cause
Guide our leaders right
Help our youths the truth to know.
#EndBadGovernanceInNigeria

[Ugochukwu Ugwoke, ISch @FrUgochukwu]

In this new month of August, may the Lord elevate you beyond your dreams, and may you prosper and flourish🙏🏽

[Ugochukwu Ugwoke, ISch @FrUgochukwu]

The Lord will make a way for you today.
He will not forsake you🙏🏾

[Tony @CANwosu1]

Happy birthday to a man who has integrity, has conquered greed and gives me hope of a better Nigeria 💪🏽. @PeterObi, I hail you on this day & I pray that God gives you the strength & grace to continue improving the lives of Nigerians and giving hope to those who have lost hope.

[Ugochukwu Ugwoke, ISch @FrUgochukwu]

As we step into this new week, may God give you the strength, wisdom and knowledge to stay positive, committed to your goals and excel above your expectations🙏🏿

[Ugochukwu Ugwoke, ISch @FrUgochukwu]

In this new month of July, may the Lord prosper the good work of your hands and grant you peace and serenity🙏🏽

Happy New Month to you!

[NAFDAC NIGERIA @NafdacAgency]

Public Alert No. 022/2024.
Illegal distribution and sale of falsified brand of Ginny Non-Dairy Creamer in Nigeria.
#NafdacALERTS

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[Ugochukwu Ugwoke, ISch @FrUgochukwu]

If you are reading this right now, I pray you receive unexpected miracles today and that all of your prayers are answered.

[Ugochukwu Ugwoke, ISch @FrUgochukwu]

In this month of June, may you experience miracles and positive results over every obstacle and difficult situation in your life🙏🏽

[Ugochukwu Ugwoke, ISch @FrUgochukwu]

In this new month of May, may the Lord bless you with endless joy, and may all your days in this month be crowned with lots of success and divine favor🙏🏽

[Ugochukwu Ugwoke, ISch @FrUgochukwu]

The 'win' is coming. Do not let the 'when' worry you.

[Ugochukwu Ugwoke, ISch @FrUgochukwu]

In this new week, may the light of God sorround you, the love of God enfold you, the power of God protect you, and the presence of God watch over you🙏🏿