I wonder what constellations would say if they could move their lips, I wonder if I would understand them, I wonder if our secrets would be for keeps, Or if it would be in the spotlight for the whole world to see, I wonder if I’ve missed my shooting star, So I that I could…… Continue reading Stargazer
Category: Poems
Only You
Only you have the power to save yourself, from a perverse world; the lions den. Only you have the right to write your story, from the horse’s own mouth; how does the grass taste? Only you have the power to change the narrative, from the mundane ideologies; start already. Only you can, not your parents,…… Continue reading Only You
Thief
I’m not trying to justify my actionsBut I steal for a reasonAnd you’d have to be open minded to understand me When i was littleI asked mum for some coinsI saw them in her little purseStashed amongst her clothesShe told me she had no money I begged and begged but she didn’t budgeSo i did…… Continue reading Thief
Mission Possible
Like roses thriving in thorns, We don’t look like what we’ve been through. Like the lilies of The Valley, We get just what we need to survive. And like the birds of the air, We go out each day, with praises on our lips not knowing what to expect. Life stares us in the face…… Continue reading Mission Possible
I Grew Up
From the dust whence I came,From the clot of blood that formed me,From the gene, the very DNA I carry,Rising through the dust,Working my way out of the valley,Defying the oddsWriting my own story.I grew up.Conforming was never a consideration,Finding my own path and wanting to be different, always,Fuelled me.My drive, my passion, my tenacity.Words…… Continue reading I Grew Up
That time of Year.
It’s that time of year again. The euphoria of the season Food, music, movies, the traditions. It’s that time of year again. When we make merry and memories. When we see loved ones we haven’t seen all year long. My favorite time of year. Reminiscing childhood memories. Remembering all who are not here with us.…… Continue reading That time of Year.
Damsel in Distress
Dear damsel in distress, Did the dragon lock you up in the tower? Did you bite the poisoned apple of the wicked witch? No one is coming! Dear damsel in distress, There is no Prince and neither is he charming. Think outside the box and get yourself out of this mess. Prince Charming is nothing…… Continue reading Damsel in Distress
How are you? Really!
How are you?Really!Behind the big smile and the all is well.The inner tears you cry,The deep thoughts of fear and uncertainty.Are you fine?Really!Underneath the heavy layers of makeup.Keeping all your scars in check.I ask again…..How are you?Really!Truth is, I am good, never been better.I admit, I don’t have it easy.I have a ton of burden…… Continue reading How are you? Really!
The woman that pushed me
She buys me tons of sugar and then complains that I eat too much sugar. Mother.It’s either her way or no way.Does it really matter how the food is prepared?What matters is, it taste great when it’s cooked but oh no! You should have added this before that, she would yell.Don’t wear that, it’s an…… Continue reading The woman that pushed me
The woman that pushed me
She buys me tons of sugar and then complains that I eat too much sugar. Mother.It’s either her way or no way.Does it really matter how the food is prepared?What matters is, it taste great when it’s cooked but oh no! You should have added this before that, she would yell.Don’t wear that, it’s an…… Continue reading The woman that pushed me
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