Author: Mariam Shittu

  • POEM| Dear Mama

    POEM| Dear Mama

    Dear Mama, I never thought of today without you in it I never knew you wouldn’t see me become the woman you taught me to be

  • POEM| True Love

    POEM| True Love

    It isn’t crushing It isn’t confusing It isn’t assuming It isn’t misleading

  • Be True To You

    Be True To You

    Sometimes, it’s best to speak up. Sometimes, it’s best to be quiet. Sometimes, it’s best to hold on. Sometimes, it’s best to let go.

  • STYLE| Serving Tropical Vibes In Wide Legged Pants

    STYLE| Serving Tropical Vibes In Wide Legged Pants

    Hi, you’ve probably seen this outfit in my posts from Mauritius but I’m giving you all the details behind the look in this post. Let’s dive right in.

  • The Power of NO

    The Power of NO

    When was the last time you said NO? NO, as short and as simple as the word is, is one of the most powerful words to use. At a young age, we are taught to say “YES” when we agree with something and “NO” when we don’t. Yet, we often put ourselves in situations we…

  • POEM| Anxiety

    POEM| Anxiety

    It’s happening again squirming all over me I start with shaking my legs pacing up and down then I begin to pick dirt from my nails with my thumbnail

  • World Poetry Day 2019; My Poetry Writing Journey

    World Poetry Day 2019; My Poetry Writing Journey

    In celebration of World Poetry Day, I’m sharing my poetry writing journey with you. I  published my first prose in May, 2017 and my first poem in June, 2017. The poems I wrote initially, were a release of emotions I felt at that time.

  • TRAVEL| 10 Fun Or Not Facts About Mauritius

    TRAVEL| 10 Fun Or Not Facts About Mauritius

    I spent five days exploring the island of Mauritius while staying at the Radisson Blu Azuri Resort & Spa. Mauritius is a volcanic island located in the eastern part of Africa. Yes Africa, isn’t that something?  It’s famous for its beautiful white sand beaches and coral reefs.

  • POEM| Together

    POEM| Together

    I hope we’ll learn together give together play together try together cry together

  • POEM| 3am Thoughts

    POEM| 3am Thoughts

    Have you ever thought of putting a pistol in your mouth? 
I won’t lie  
I’ve thought about holding a gun 
a bit too much 
I should probably tell someone

  • PHOTOGRAPHY| 10 Wallpapers From Mauritius

    PHOTOGRAPHY| 10 Wallpapers From Mauritius

    I visited Mauritius last week and I’m working on travel posts about my trip for the blog. While I’m at it, I thought to share some beautiful photos I took for wallpapers with you all.

  • POEM| You Were Never Mine

    POEM| You Were Never Mine

    maybe I took you for granted maybe I didn’t understand you maybe I didn’t care enough maybe I didn’t put you first