Sharing my journey to a purposeful, intentional life.

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You Are Everything

You are not just one thing. You are everything.
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September 3, 2026

No More Scenes

The past met the present, and it was good, the kind of good you wonder why it was the past.
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August 28, 2026

The Tupperware

I saw a takeout plate in the cabinet today and it reminded me of you.
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August 24, 2026

Places in Lagos| Arami

Arami is a Pan-Asian restaurant located in Lekki Phase 1, Lagos. The restaurant opened in April 2026 and has quickly become a popular spot, largely…
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August 17, 2026

Four Years of Not Giving Up: What My Weight Loss Journey Has Taught Me

In January 2022, I took a mirror selfie with my friends, and I looked visibly wider. They teased me, as usual, because I’ve always had…
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I’m Mariam — writer, explorer, observer of life’s quiet and loud moments. I started this blog in March 2017 as a self-discovery space, and over the past nine years, it has grown into a home for everything that moves me and hopefully, something that moves you too. Here, you will find poetry, reflections, travel stories, lifestyle pieces, motivation, inspiration and Lagos restaurant reviews all written with honesty and heart. Enjoy!

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