Sharing my journey to a purposeful, intentional life.

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Show Up For Yourself

You keep waiting to feel ready, as if confidence comes before action,
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July 7, 2021

10 Alternatives to I Miss You Too (When You Don’t Feel The Same Way)

Have you ever received an “I miss you text” and didn’t miss the person as much, but felt compelled to say I miss you too?
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July 6, 2021

You Are in Control

You’re the reason you’re sad. You’re the reason you’re happy. You’re in control of your feelings.
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July 2, 2021

POEM| I Need More

I stay wanting more needing more
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June 30, 2021

POEM| Time Machine

I’m talking different I’m moving different I’m working different
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● About Me

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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