Meeting a stranger had never had such a profound effect on me. Until I met him. “Hey,” he said to me while I was trying to figure out…
Creative
Isabella
In the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro, a young couple had just welcomed their first child into the world. Livia and Rafael were beyond happy at the…
How to Swim with Wings (a poem)
My dolphin sister says, That to master the water I must be part of the water But I’m not sure I’m built for this I, the Strange…
Mi Amor
Mi amor, I want to talk about you all the time; To shout to the world that you are mine. If I could, I would paint your name…
Dating Coursemates —A Valentine’s Day Special
Hypothetically, let’s say your soulmate is in your class. Suppose you were meant to date your class rep or the guy who always dresses well; what then? Would…
Love Poems From a Hater
It is a well established fact that I’m a romantic at heart. Well, maybe not well-established, but established somewhat, regardless. In actual fact, most times, romance makes me…
Born again- a poem
I am born again, I am alive Although again, I never died. When the men came, And cut me down, It took five men And five saws, And…
Roses are red. Blood is too
“I’m home,” Tunde said as he stepped into his house. He found it strange that the lights weren’t turned on when he parked in the garage. Usually, he would…
Life and Death: In the Squeeze of A Hand
I am in the hospital room. It’s bright but the light can’t get through to me. When they deliver my food, it takes me back to the place…
Renaissance – An Ode To Your Inner Alien Superstar
It is best that I start with a disclaimer. I’m not a mega Beyonce fan. I am but a very casual listener of Queen Bey. Nevertheless, I was…