Sharing my journey to a purposeful, intentional life.

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Light Through The Cracks

Through the tears, the prayers, and the long sad nights, something has to give.
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April 8, 2021

POEM| Thirsty For You

I looked into your eyes as your fingers locked in mine I waited for them to go up my blouse but they didn’t
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April 5, 2021

Goodbye to Q1 of 2021

I was having a conversation with my friend the other day about how the first quarter went. It was an interesting one because it was…
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March 29, 2021

Places in Lagos| Orìlè Restaurant and Bar

There are many restaurants in Lagos and it feels like a new one is being added to the list every week. I stopped by Orìlè…
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March 24, 2021

POEM| It Starts With You

Be yourself. Love yourself. Respect yourself. Understand yourself.
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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 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!