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Poetry

Let's hope again

#poetry #Lets hope again My people grope We have eyes but seek vision We hunger for hope Even as tiny as a firefly's emission My brothers are weak With mighty muscles like the elephants Our hearts b...

POETRY WITH RESONANCE

The poems below were written with intentionality. Inspired by the desire to bring to bare the communal spirit that tied friendships together from the cradle, SWEET NOSTALGIA and CHILDHOOD YESTERYEARS ...

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A POETRY CALL

Embark on a nostalgic journey with 'Gift from Childhood,' a heartwarming poem that delves into the memories and friendships of our youth. With every line, the author invites you to explore a past fill...

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Confession

Back then, not a word Not a significant sign Just quick glances No chance you noticed For days, you ruled my mind Controlled my thoughts Still knew nothing No longer confused, I confess You've been al...

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The Boat and the Fishermen of the Niger

In the early hush of morning, the fishermen rise, eyes still soft with sleep, their hands weathered like old wood, fingers tracing memories of rivers and tides. They push their boats into the Niger, ...

Isapa and Egusi

I was just a little girl, barefoot on the kitchen floor, watching Mama stir her pot, with Isapa and Egusi, rich and bold, a swirling dance, a story told. The thick scent rose and wrapped around, Isap...

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STILL I DO NOT DARE

Can feel the pain It hurts I want to scream I want to wail Still I do not dare This is more painful I am hurt But bulls can't be weak I have to be strong Perhaps try to be Or pretend to be Lest I am ...

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LOVE CATHEDRAL

Our Love began at the cathedral You didn't know this, But you had a firm grip on my heart. Your awkward smiles and intense stares set my heart aflame. A thousand folly belong to a thousand fools, ...

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A New Breed

Riiip, speaks the note, While the old crowd looked on, Wondering at the sight, Is this all there is? Dethroned, rang loud as cymbals. He was a prince, revere beauty he was He craved power beyond reas...

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Poetry

Hey, Care to leave feedback on this work I recently published. I'm open to criticism, Commendations and recommendations. https://nircle.com/post/how-time-flies/WCvpbAnjVuF6Va1y #Africa #AfricaChild...

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The disciplinarian

Assembled under the mango tree, Like soldier ready to charge off to war, To a land unbeknownst to them. We waited for the game to start, Even the scorching sun, burning as hot as hell couldn't stop o...

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POEM - OUR GOLDEN OLD DAYS

OUR GOLDEN OLD DAYS Under the wide, warm African sky, I see us running, you and I, Barefoot, dust swirling at our heels, Bound by the earth, where freedom feels real. The morning sun a gentle call,...

My Childhood Memories #AfricanChildhoodMemories.#ChildhoodinAfrica#Poetry

With great nostalgia I recount my childhood memories, Reminiscing the good old days,I long strongly for a rewind! At cock crow,we form a squad sleepwalking through the dewed road to the stream. Whil...

CHILDHOOD YESTERYEARS

Written By: Chukwuemeka Oluka Too many cooks they say, spoil the broth But you haven't heard our beautiful story The one told of our childhood friendships Painted with vibrant colours in our tender ...

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Feelmale

I'm the gateway to life. Left untended to for life The world doesn’t desire me But milks me to live I must stunt in thorns To make man grow Yet my tears and sweat Glide man to the summit Man poun...

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MEMORIES OF ONCE A TIME

#AfricanChildhoodPoetry#ChildhoodMemories A chilly morning, birdsong fills the air A sweet refrain,as nature's beauty takes hold again,A NEW DAY Clearing, washing, milking All chores, TIRESOME THEY ...

MEMORIES OF ONCE A TIME

#Poetry A chilly morning, birdsong fills the air A sweet refrain,as nature's beauty takes hold again,A NEW DAY Clearing, washing, milking All chores, TIRESOME THEY WERE BUT unity WINS Chilly? THE F...

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A night in Los Angeles

#poetry A night in Los Angeles Warm hearts In the coldest of night Elegant steps like charts Up and down my sight There's no way, don't run Many roads with just one mission All damsels gat to take...

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"Delusions" By Agbinya Mario

Whispers drift in twilight's shade, Where shadows dance, secrets laid. Mirages flicker, close yet far, Guided only by a waning star. Eyes see worlds that never were, Dreams and doubts begin...

young before the mirror

Young before the mirror #AfricanChildhoodMemories #ChildhoodinAfrica #nirclepoetry #poetry How did i get to this? oops!! Adulthood! Far from mummy's arm, my bridge to motherhood. Not a refuge eye t...

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