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Tell us about the transitioning from Interior Designing to running a business working with children
I wouldn’t call it a transition per se; purely because interior decorating is still a big part of what I do. I have enjoyed the process of designing the Mustard Seed space myself. I have recently remodelled my office and also the new TMS luxe store which sells a host of items which are great as gifts but also includes decorating items. We also stock some unique pieces of furniture. Working with children is and always has been a passion of mine; it was just finding the right way to do it. It is rather hectic, but thankfully I have a God that orders my steps and here we are today. As the passage goes: with faith as tiny as a mustard seed, you will say to that mountain, move – and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you. (Matt 17:20)

My relationship with children is great. There’s a great amount of trust that comes with working with children, and I have worked hard to build that relationship.
I find that the average age demographic is between 3 and 8 because this is the age group my kids fit into. So most mums with kids that age trust that I know what I’m doing.
Yes, I do. The vetting and hiring process is the beginning of filtering out those with bad intentions. I also have a good security system in place. I am always here. In the event that I have to out of office, I have someone trusted I leave in charge. I do not allow kids to wander off with anyone. I do not allow male members of staff to spend any amount of time in the building or with a child. I have CCTV in place to track the movements in and around the building.
Staffing issues are the most prevalent in this country. Everyone wants to be their own boss and no one is dedicated to their craft anymore – like ships passing in the night. They come and collect a cheque and they are off.
Every time I go out and I see my little Mustard Seedlings, I get the warmest hugs or the sweetest stories from them or their parents. I know I’m doing something right.


Yes I do feel like it has had an impact on my relationship with my children, because my children are a reflection of me. I am very cautious of what they do and how they behave. As far as they’re concerned, it’s their home and I’m their mum, so they don’t care to behave or listen. Like mummy, you’re a softie. Why are you acting hard? So I’m extra hard on my kids when we are there. When we get home, I’m back to being the cuddle giving, giver of life that they all know.
It’s easy. As with all things, there are challenges. But only minor ones. I just get on with things. Women are built from strong stuff. I have a good, strong team behind me. Everything runs like clockwork at home. Everything works smoothly, and I am grateful for that.
I don’t know if this answers ur question, My faith. When I think I’m tired or I’m downtrodden, my Faith keeps me going. Also, the respect and admiration I get from my husband who comes home and still sees me moving even after a full day of working with a bunch of adrenaline filled children is not bad either. Plus my kids think I am the coolest thing ever.

My twins are a 6 year old male and female. They are at that stage where they don’t get on. So my daughter goes for sleepovers in her cousin’s house. When she’s gone, her brother is always sad and when you ask him, he says he doesn’t know why I send her away. He loves her so much. It’s as if something is missing from him. He’s all over her when she returns. Then it’s back to fighting.
“There’s no right way or wrong way. Just do it your way.
Jeans all day. I would wear jeans to any occasion if I could. I also have a bad habit of over buying one style if it fits. So it looks like I only have a few pairs.
Nigerian fashion is amazing right now. So I’m more into the designs than the wearer. So I’d just say no one, but I love Nigerian fabrics, colours and styles.
My phones. Wifi and a prayer.
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