So much has changed in my life since the last post. I’ll just mention two out of a few significant things. Firstly, just over a year ago, my mum passed away. Secondly, I visited Africa for the first time. Here’s why these two distinct events go together in my mind. My mum was Polish. My dad is Nigerian. I was born and have lived in Europe … Continue reading My New Afropean Story Born Out of the Ashes
.If the world didn’t call out your name You would be just one more number Not the first nor the last… Just another one… biting the dust… . But, . We’re weary of seeing blood being shed Especially, by those who are meant to protect… . Except, he was pinned to the ground, unarmed! “They’re killing me,” he said to his mum… It’s a life … Continue reading Poem, “I Can’t Breathe”
He looked good and had a lot, So she entered the mirage – Only, she had failed to notice Ugliness & lack, inside. Their mirage turned to a marriage From hell – especially for her… Technically, it was not a marriage – She was not the only girl. Damn. Had she known before. Man! Had she shut that door. Now, things are not as they … Continue reading Mirage, Marriage, Memoir – Poem
I know what the caged bird sings… Continue reading What & Why the Caged Bird Sings – Poetry
“It was one of those afternoons when the beautiful summer sun chased even zealous hermits out their four walls. All but one. Her curtains were closed all day. She didn’t notice the sun’s rays and her skin couldn’t feel its warmth…” Yes, there’s a new book in the making! The first draft is done. Yuppie! However,… Yes, there’s a however… I have a bunch of … Continue reading Everywhere & Always – A Story Waiting to be Told
A few months ago, I was featured in “Seven Questions…” – a popular column of a UK based newspaper for the Polish diaspora. The interview format was quite unusual. I was given a number of one word/two-word questions to choose from and asked to develop answers based on whatever reflections they triggered in my mind. When the interview came out I promised my English-speaking readers … Continue reading 7 Answers – Interview & Introduction
. There are fervent desires hunting for each soul Don’t let them imprison you. Learn to let things go . When it hurts to not have what you think you need Release and defy it – let your mind “stay freed” . Learn to wait and believe – learn to let it go Find a happy medium. Take your time to grow . In the meantime, . Relax… … Continue reading Get Free & Stay There – Poem
My past is a story of a tortured soul Trapped in a jail with invisible doors No way out and no way in – Complete unawareness of being within …In the heart of the greatest lie… ♥ ♥ To see the written version of this poem please click here: Retrospection – Poetry Continue reading Retrospection (I am Free) – Poem
Dear all, I hope you are well, It has been a while since I was able to share with you. Today is a new day though. Please feel invited to read and to be inspired by the article “Dealing with Depression”. Author of ‘Against All Odds’ Zoe Onah kindly allowed me an opportunity to share my story on her blog DEFYINGMENTALILLNESS.COM . Many years ago, I … Continue reading ‘DEALING WITH DEPRESSION’
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