The first time I openly defied Granny Arome was when she threatened to disown me if I didn’t break up with Lanre (Arome’s father). I would never… Read more “A Super Short Story: finale”
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A Super Short Story: Arome’s Mother
When I came to Granny Arome, I was six, too young to understand my mother’s death but old enough to know that my father had abandoned me… Read more “A Super Short Story: Arome’s Mother”
A Super Short story: Arome
Mother said I am an old soul. She said I remind her of her grandmother. She says I must be her reincarnation and I drunk from the… Read more “A Super Short story: Arome”
I’m in Pain
I’m in pain, don’t trivialize it It should not be one of those things Shrugged off under the label of passion and love Don’t make me seem… Read more “I’m in Pain”
Adunni’s Scandal (Part 2)
The video showed Adunni making noodles in nothing but an apron, and she was dancing to the song playing in the background. When I saw the video,… Read more “Adunni’s Scandal (Part 2)”
My faith experience
To know God in me is easy, I just have to look to past poetry I have written. And I know that God is my inspiration. It… Read more “My faith experience”
Enough
How strong is strong enough that I don’t attract enemies but I can protect my family So I never see a repeat of the hopelessness I felt… Read more “Enough”
A Reflection of His Glory
When his light shone on me I felt naked and ashamed But with his light is his hand To take the me that is hidden The me… Read more “A Reflection of His Glory”
A Poet’s Soliloquy
Why am I still alive She’s here then she’s gone This must be my karma To watch her head fall As she takes her last breath … Read more “A Poet’s Soliloquy”
Bonnie’s Clyde
Rosebuds and lilies, pink and sweet willies. I love sweets, but I hate that they give cavities . they remind me of roses. I am a rose;… Read more “Bonnie’s Clyde”
