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In depths of shadows, where specters reside,
A haunting tale unfurls, love’s eerie stride.
Enchanted, a man succumbs to ethereal charms,
Captivated by a wraith’s ghostly arms.

He walks alone, through misty moors,
His heart aflame, his soul abhors
The mortal bonds that hold him tight,
Yearning for love in pale moonlight.

Through cobwebbed halls and creaking floors,
Her ethereal form, he adores.
A wisp of lace, a whispering sigh,
Her spectral beauty makes him fly.

Her eyes, like pools of ashen glow,
Reflecting secrets none can know.
Her voice, a spectral lullaby,
Seduces him as stars defy.

Yet, in her touch, an icy chill,
His blood runs cold, his heart stands still.
Her phantom caress, a fleeting bliss,
A spectral longing he can’t dismiss.

He dreams of dances ‘neath moonlit beams,
In ballrooms draped with tattered dreams.
But specters waltz, their steps unseen,
An eerie ballet, a love obscene.

Her spectral essence, a haunting scent,
Fills his nights with sweet torment.
He whispers vows to shadowed air,
A love condemned, a love unfair.

He begs the spirits to set her free,
To break the chains of eternity.
But ghosts do not heed mortal pleas,
They dance in echoes, on whispered breeze.

The man, consumed by ghostly plight,
Fades into shadows, his soul takes flight.
A ghost himself, he joins her there,
In the realm where love is a haunting affair.

Free from love not of flesh, break spectral chains,
Ghostly hearts entangled, twisted desires’ domains.
Release the chilling fears, shed mortal tears,
Embrace true love’s warmth, banishing ghostly remains.

© Ifedolapo Ogunniyi

Know your comrades, understand their ways,
Mixing them up can lead to lifelong strays.
Some render help, financially they’re pillars strong,
Never disappoint, their loyalty won’t go wrong.

Others offer advice, like emotional healers,
Words from their lips, like soothing feelers.
Angels from above, calming storms within,
Their guidance cherished, a precious win.

Blessings come through those who bring joy,
Their presence alone, no moments to destroy.
Smiles that bless from dusk until dawn,
In their aura, a lasting bond is drawn.

Spiritual assistance, a friend to pray with,
Heavens listen, their intercession’s myth.
Answers come swiftly through their blessed plea,
They connect us to divinity, setting us free.

Some fulfill desires of a sensual kind,
Secret confidants, no judgments to find.
Trust them with secrets, intimate and deep,
In their trust, secrets safely they’ll keep.

Adventurers by your side, ready to roam,
Paris or beyond, together you will comb.
Party planners, reliable backbones they stand,
Though money they lack, they lend a helping hand.

Technical gurus, your go-to for all things,
Phone troubles or career, their knowledge springs.
They will go the distance, the best they will provide,
In their expertise, trust and confide.

We all have comrades, diverse and grand,
Career mentors, the wild, the refined they command.
But never expect financial aid from some,
Companionship their gift, love them for who they have become.

© Ifedolapo Ogunniyi

Ifedolapo Ogunniyi

You grip tightly onto my imperfection,
Claiming I am inadequate, not up to par,
Every word I utter, even a mere cough,
You dissect me like a puzzle, tearing me apart.

I strive to retreat, to disengage,
Whenever you draw near, I shrink away,
Your presence brings only dismay,
Like a blade poised to sever beneath my jaw.

The raw hatred you harbor for me,
I cannot fathom where I have erred,
I have fought relentlessly to be strong,
Yet I cannot evade your razor-sharp claws.

I glimpsed your son,
And loved him with my entire being,
But meeting you, your words cut deep,
You found fault in everything.

How can I appease you, dear in-law?
The volumes of your rules,
I struggle to keep pace, they are now edicts,
It is daunting to continually navigate your legalistic labyrinth.

You are transforming into a monster-in-law,
But you do not possess the final say in our union,
Cease to subject my love to a constant balancing act,
It is unkind, be kind, renounce your authoritarian ways.

Your demeanor taints our marriage,
No longer confine our emotions in a cage,
Your insults are becoming outrageous,
Dear in-law, we value your support thus far.

Please, leave this love unfettered,
Cease to be the arbitrator of our marriage,
We cannot conform to your ideal mold,
We are unique, allow us to forge this home in our own language.

We extend our gratitude in advance,
Yearning deeply for your loving acceptance,
If you consent to cease this interference,
And set aside your grievances.

© Ifedolapo Ogunniyi

A tour to the land of dreams, where legends are born,
Stood a young lad, with hopes so worn.
A nobody, he was, just a face in the crowd,
But destiny whispered, and he heard it loud.

With determination as his guiding light,
He embarked on a journey, through day and night.
The road was rugged, obstacles in his way,
But he held on tight, his spirit would not sway.

Through the darkness he stumbled, with tears in his eyes,
But he rose above, reaching for the skies.
Each setback he faced, he turned into fuel,
To ignite his fire, his passion so cruel.

From a nobody, he became a hero,
With courage and strength that set him aglow.
He fought battles fierce, against all odds,
Inspiring others, breaking through the facade.

But heroes come and go, their tales can fade,
Yet he yearned for more, a legacy to be made.
He wouldn’t settle, he craved something more,
To be a legend, forever engraved in lore.

With diligence and resilience as his loyal guides,
He conquered mountains, and crossed the tides.
He faced the storms, with unwavering might,
And turned his darkest hours into beacons of light.

Through trials and tribulations, he stood tall,
For in his heart, he heard destiny’s call.
A legend he became, with stories to tell,
His name forever etched, his spirit, a spell.

Now he stands as a beacon, a symbol of might,
A legend who shines through the darkest night.
His tale inspires, from generation to generation,
A testament to the power of determination.

Remember my tale today, the making of a legend,
A tale of a lad who rose from the forgotten.
With diligence and resilience, he carved his own way,
A legend who is here to stay, forever and a day.

With determination, he vowed on this day,
To surpass his limits, go the extra way.
For others and himself, he will reach higher,
Pushing boundaries, fueling his inner fire.

© Ifedolapo Ogunniyi


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