MEMO: WE ARE ALL STORYTELLERS

Over time, I have come to realize that we are all storytellers in need of listeners. The only difference between me and you is that I am willing to pen my play with words. You know it is true each time you pout because s/he is not listening. You remember the little lowering of your spirit each time…

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In the Spirit of Patriotism and Friendship II

This post is a continuation of the last blog post.  Although I tried my best to make it a stand alone, I have a feeling I may not have been very successful. Please read the first post here . Or dive right in.   …but our Nigerianness never ends. It continues beyond the scars on our bodies to our innar…

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In the Spirit of Patriotism and Friendship

It's October, the month of Nigerian independence. What better time to celebrate our patriotic spirit than now? To prove the depth of our friendship, I will keep your secret about your reluctance to celebrate this national feast. I won't spill your grumbles on the recent economic hardship. T…

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Blind Faith: Stories from the Church next door

Hey friend. I've always written to you in my mind. I hope you have been receiving them through our very tenable bond. And now, not for the lack of connection between us, I decided to write to you again, physically this time, just in case the telepathy connection gets fuzzy at the climax of the …

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A Travelogue of Sad Truths II: Conversations with an outlier

This is a follow-up to the previous blog post. Although you can jump right in and start reading, I will recommend you read the previous blog post first. It will make better sense. You can find it here.  xxxxxxxxxxxxxx They say return journeys are easier to make. I agree. Prediction makes it easier to…

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On Life and Living: A Travelogue of Sad Truths

Once upon a time, a young city girl travelled with her uncle on a distant journey. On their way, they passed through a rural area that had such profound impact on her that it changed the way she saw things. She confided in me, just as I intend to confide in you. If you don't mind a few minutes …

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