07/08/2026
A few days ago, something happened that I've been thinking about ever since.
A client referred another client to me to fix her laptop.
After repairing it, she asked me to deliver it personally to her house. By the time I arrived, she wasn't home, so she asked me to hand it over to her daughter.
I did.
Before leaving, I spent a few minutes explaining how to take care of the laptop—what to do, what to avoid, and how to keep it running smoothly.
As we talked, she became genuinely interested.
She asked questions.
She smiled.
Then she said something that made me happy.
"I'd love to learn this from you. I want to become an engineer like you."
I smiled and told her she was welcome. Teaching people is something I genuinely enjoy.
Then she asked me one simple question.
"Are you a Muslim?"
I replied, "No, I'm a Christian."
From that moment, something changed.
The excitement disappeared.
The conversation became cold.
The interest she had shown in learning simply faded.
I left with more questions than answers.
All the way home, one question kept ringing in my mind:
Should religion determine who we learn from or who we do business with?
Personally, my work has given me the opportunity to interact with people from different faiths, tribes, and backgrounds.
I've designed for people who don't worship the way I do.
I've repaired computers for people whose beliefs differ from mine.
And never once did I stop to ask, "What religion are you?" before deciding whether to give them my best.
For me, competence, character, integrity, and respect have always mattered more.
If someone has knowledge that can help you grow, should their religion be the reason you walk away?
Or should we judge people by the value they bring, the honesty they show, and the way they treat others?
I'd genuinely love to hear your thoughts.
Let's keep the conversation respectful ✅
I'm Operekete Samson Medese OsmGraphics a Graphic Designer, Computer Repair & Maintenance Specialist, and Brand Strategist.
I help individuals and businesses solve communication and technology problems through strategic branding, visual design, and reliable computer solutions.
Because whether it's a brand or a machine, the goal is the same: make it work better.
Énáyón 💜