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I didn’t care much for emotional unavailability until I had to look it up on Google recently. And you know, for me to research it,…

Every task is complicated Every goal is complicated Every show is complicated Every trend is complicated

I’m not fine I’m far from fine I need a break I need change

The Observatory is a fusion smokehouse located on Admiralty Way, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos. I stopped by the restaurant in March with my friend, A,…

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!