I’ve been waiting
still waiting
waiting for you
waiting for ease
waiting for peace
waiting for serenity
and a good night’s sleep

I’ve been waiting
still waiting
waiting for happy mornings
waiting companioned nights
waiting for wins and exceptional outcomes
waiting for unspeakable joy
and an untroubled mind

I’ve been waiting
still waitng
waiting for good news
waiting for less pain
waiting for less worry
waiting for less struggles
waiting for less headaches
and an empty to-do list

I’ve been waiting
still waiting
waiting for no poverty
waiting for considerate leaders
waiting for increased opportunities
waiting for a better economy
and a better country

I’ve been waiting
still waiting
waiting for uniqueness
waiting for excellence
waiting for colourful days
waiting for love that is almost perfect
and a time that I’ll be always present

I’m waiting,
still waiting,
though I’m unsure why I have to wait

Mariam Shittu