Sharing my journey to a purposeful, intentional life.

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The Universe Speaks

Never expect things to go exactly as planned. I’ve been told this three times this year, by different people—strangers to each other
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January 30, 2019

Travel| Exploring Ghanaian Food

One of the most enjoyable aspects of visiting a new country is trying out its local cuisine. I always make a point of eating food…
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January 29, 2019

POEM| Just For A Little While

I’m going to take a seat order a drink and talk to you just for a little while
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January 28, 2019

POEM| Ifs

Sometimes I wonder  if I’m a burden  if I’m fulfilling a purpose  if I’m barely existing not living  if I shouldn’t have quit that job…
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January 25, 2019

Short Poems About Love – VOL #2

Hi everyone, hope you had a creative week. As promised, I’m back with the second edition of short poems about love. There are five poems…
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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 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!