She had not been to confession in ages. But she always believed in the sacrament of penance. Now Gbenga had pushed her to her tether’s end and she needed to tell someone. Not just anyone. Someone trusted. “Father, I have sinned,” she began. *** Lagbaja’s bata drum intro woke him from his sleep. His ringtone … Continue reading Confession (A Bankole Banjo flash fiction)
Exes
Thursday Shenanigan: Maturity and Being Just Friends with Exes
When it comes to life, I believe simple is better. I don't like complications. So I put that belief into everything and whatever I do. Relationships included. Friend equals friend. Ex equals ex. Boyfriend equals boyfriend. Toaster equals toaster. Let's-not-mix-up-roles-let-everyone-know-where-they-stand thingy. However lately, I've been caught up in conversations about having contacts with exes and … Continue reading Thursday Shenanigan: Maturity and Being Just Friends with Exes