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I long to stay true to myself For in my essence, I’ve always belonged. Yet here I am, in a dance of the mind,

I refuse to hide how I feel My heart is open and ready to heal

In 2025, We are showing up We are taking risks

The Bodega Emporium is a café and grocery store in Lekki Phase 1. They began operations in late 2023 and have quickly gained popularity as…

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 eight 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!