I hold sacred my vows and shared grace,
This, my plea to friends, a heartfelt case.
“Do me a favor,” I softly implore,
Let my marriage breathe, I ask no more.
When love dances, let me lead,
Navigating the highs, fulfilling each need.
The intricacies of our union, I will untangle,
No need for interference, my path I will wrangle.
Oh, dear friends, with care in your heart,
Respect the space where my love imparts.
In the quiet corners, we will find our way,
A solo journey, in love’s display.
No counsel sought, no well-intentioned ear,
For I wield the strength to conquer fear.
My marriage, a coat of many colours, woven strong,
I will mend the threads when they seem wrong.
This journey’s mine, with its twists and turns,
A suddenness of resilience, as my heart discerns.
Dear Friends, I plead, with grace and flavor,
Respect my plea—do me a favor.
© Ifedolapo Ogunniyi
2024
Ifedolapo Ogunniyi 