Even the Stars

Even the Stars

This poem illustrates that success is not necessarily what everyone sees, but what you have to do so that you are happy.

Cry Me a River

Cry Me a River

Toxic relationships, even those of close family members, need not be tolerated, as our mental health is far more important.

Gaza

Gaza

The narrator connects the coyotes’ prey to the carnage in Gaza.

Trauma Essay

Trauma Essay

This poem about having golden age syndrome, inspired by going up into my attic and seeing all my old childhood artifacts.

Take Control

Take Control

The battle of addiction is constant and difficult, especially when tackled alone.

Terrorism

Terrorism

Some thoughts on the importance of language in creating values in this troubled world.

FireFlies

FireFlies

Exploring human relationships and the impact we have on each other as we move through our lives.

On Becoming a Centenarian

On Becoming a Centenarian

A newly-minted centenarian expresses her gratitude for her life.

Seeds of Resilience

Seeds of Resilience

Resilience and hope for the new generation to rise up against the corrupt system in Nigeria and indeed other African societies.

the sacrificing poet

the sacrificing poet

A poet who sacrifices his own life for his own truth while the ones he loves watch on.

Eggs sunny side up

Eggs sunny side up

Explores how we deal with losing someone and the way we create ghosts out of loneliness.

I Know I’m Diseased

I Know I’m Diseased

There is one disease we all have and for which, at least for now, there is no cure.

Winter’s Silver Lining

Winter’s Silver Lining

The catalyst responsible for the beauty of winter, a season dreaded by many but loved by some. Brings focus to the beauty of the season.

Surprise Christmas Gifts

Surprise Christmas Gifts

A young girl receives a Christmas surprise.

Misandroid 2.0

Misandroid 2.0

Words drop, disconnect and die
as the babbling blather breaks.

Love Poem

Love Poem

Conveys a desire to coalesce with love in its purity.

I like to be unpredictable too!

I like to be unpredictable too!

Come over here.
A little closer.