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Shadows onced swallowed a lady’s grace,
Married to a life that wore her soul thin,
Once vibrant, now a faint and ghostly trace,
A shadow of the light that once had been.

A glowing spirit, she had once possessed,
With dreams and passions blazing in her eyes,
But in the chains of matrimony’s nest,
Her light dimmed slowly ’til it ceased to rise.

She traded laughter for a quiet sigh,
Her voice was silenced, no longer heard aloud,
Her dreams abandoned, hanging in the sky,
A shadowed figure moving through the crowd.

Oh, lady fair, your spirit yearns to soar,
To break free from the chains that hold you tight,
To find the strength you had in days of yore,
And bathe again in love’s awakening light.

Release yourself from shadows that encase,
Unbind your soul and let it find its flight,
Rediscover the beauty of your face,
Embrace the day and make it gleam so bright.

For every shadow, sunlight must prevail,
To bring to life that which has long been still,
Awaken, lady fair, unfurl your sail,
Let your spirit dance, let it have its fill.

Do not forsake the dreams that lie within,
Nor yield to shadows cast by outside hand,
Reclaim your light, let your true self begin,
And shine upon the world, just as you planned.

© Ifedolapo Ogunniyi

While dealing with heartbreak, we meet,
Two hearts entwined, a love so sweet.
Underneath the starry canvas above,
We pledge our souls to forever, our love.

In your eyes, I find my endless grace,
A reflection of a boundless, cherished space.
With every beat, our hearts do prove,
That this journey we are on is to forever, with love.

Hand in hand, we walk this path,
Through storms and sunshine, love’s aftermath.
In your arms, I have found my dove,
Together we will soar, to forever, with love.

Through the seasons, as they come and go,
Our love will flourish, bloom, and grow.
In your smile, I see heaven’s treasure trove,
Our story is written, to forever, with love.

This moment we will cherish so dear,
In each other’s arms, there is nothing to fear.
In this promise, like stars above,
We will journey together, to forever, with love.

© Ifedolapo Ogunniyi

In this journey of life, I have come to see
That hope is a treasure, meant for you and me
When trials arise, and troubles surround
I find solace in a hope that knows no bounds

For beyond expectations, grace arises
A divine hand, leading through surprises
When I am weak, strength I receive
Testimonies beyond expectations, I believe

Through stormy nights and darkest days
A light shines forth in mysterious ways
Though valleys deep and mountains high
Hope carries me, as the days go by

In every step, I stay true to my faith
Knowing miracles await, no matter the wraith
For God’s blessings reach far, beyond the range
And testimonies of His love forever change

I have seen the broken mended, hearts made whole
Witnessed a wandering soul find their role
Miracles unfolding in the most unexpected place
Leaving me in awe of His amazing grace

Beyond expectations, dreams come alive
In the presence of the One who can revive
He raises the lowly, lifts the weak, and oppressed
Creating stories that truly impress

I beseech you, do not lose sight
For hope will guide you through the darkest night
Believe in miracles, beyond what you can see
For God’s love will always surpass, abundantly

With each new day, His mercies are renewed
Beyond expectations, His promises pursued
Hold on to hope, let your faith ignite
And witness His blessings, shining bright

In this journey of life, beyond expectations we soar
As we trust in Him, our hearts forever adore
For hope is the anchor, steadfast and secure
Leading us to a future, beautiful and pure.

© Ifedolapo Ogunniyi

Photo credit: Confidence Eze

The point of no return, where darkness dwells,
A home where brutality yells,
Stands a woman, delving into a grim abyss,
Wondering how to fight the devil’s kiss

Within the walls of homes serene,
A nightmare lurks, unseen, unseen,
Behind closed doors, where secrets hide,
A battle fought on love’s dark side.

With clenched fists and fiery tongues,
A world that shakes, where hope has slung,
The devil dances, fueled by rage,
A torment etched on every page.

But how do you fight this eerie plight,
When pain and fear consume the night?
It starts with recognizing the signs,
Unveiling truth, breaking the binds.

Reach out your hand, lend an ear,
For those entangled, filled with fear,
A voice to whisper, “You are not alone,”
A lifeline cast, a heart to own.

Raise awareness, speak to the crowd,
Give strength to voices that aren’t allowed,
Educate minds, ignite the spark,
That love should never leave a mark.

Offer refuge, a shelter strong,
A haven where the wounded belong,
With open doors, and arms to hold,
A safe escape from demons bold.

Empower victims, restore their might,
Help them reclaim their inner light,
A symphony of healing and grace,
To mend the scars, embrace their space.

For to fight the devil deep within,
Requires love’s strength, a will to win,
Together we rise, hand in hand,
Break the chains, reclaim the land.

Today, we stand as one, unite,
Whispering hope, dispelling night,
We will face the devil, strong and wise,
With love’s power, we’ will nullify.

© Ifedolapo Ogunniyi