Dear Reader, It's been what...6 months since my last post here? So much has happened in those months. Too much has happened in those months. Most importantly, I've had to sit with some interesting questions I still do not have answers to. I do have a lot of clarity, about what I want out of … Continue reading Becoming Canadian
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With Love from Toronto
When Omoye was moving to Canada just under a year ago, she'd heard everything about relationships. "Men were scarce abroad", they'd said. "Guard your status and don't tell anyone except your HR about it", they'd said. There were so many Instagram posts saying the same thing. Men warning other men about girls abroad. Women warning … Continue reading With Love from Toronto
Much ado about…books
The first time I visited a proper library was at my alma mater, Lagos State University, Ojo, in my first year of study as a student of English Literature. A few hours later, I was covered in hives. My face, hands, and ears got so large and itchy, that my eyes barely opened. Thankfully it … Continue reading Much ado about…books
something about the shower
There is something about the shower. I've heard people say they want to soak in a bath. Covered in flowers, scented candles lighting the bathroom. Some noise in the background to set the right mood, and a book in hand. I think they've just never found the magic of the shower. The shower is for … Continue reading something about the shower
On Langholm Road
The day had started with music lulling me gently awake. Those were my best mornings - the ones that start with music. They usher in the day with the right energy. Simi's "By You" was playing off my bluetooth speakers. It reminded me of the days when love was a perfect fairytale. Days when there … Continue reading On Langholm Road
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