Ifedolapo Ogunniyi

Check out my colors so bright,
And junction where hearts take flight like a kite,
Where overflowing joy cascades,
In laughter’s chorus, it serenades.

A symphony of smiles and glee,
Embracing hearts, wild and free,
Each moment, a dance of delight,
In the day and the starlit night.

Like a river’s gentle flow,
Love and laughter, they bestow,
A tidal wave of pure elation,
Binding souls in sweet sensation.

In the warmth of friendship’s glow,
Overflowing joy will always grow,
Cherishing the bonds we share,
Forever floating in the air.

My love, let us revel in this cheer,
In moments that are bright and clear,
With overflowing joy we find,
The magic of life, intertwined.

© Ifedolapo Ogunniyi

I came, I saw and met a MONSTER
He treated me like WHATEVER
I nearly pulled the TRIGGER
I walked around like a SUCKER
Thankfully I found a foster LOVER
He drew me CLOSER
and treated me like a TREASURE

I came, I saw and met with TORTURE
His plan for me was to SLAUGHTER
His house was that of HORROR
His anger more like the THUNDER
Thankfully, I met his DAUGHTER
She confronted him like a FIGHTER
and treated me like a TREASURE

I came, I saw and met a CHARMER
I cried a lot on his soothing SHOULDER
He restored my LAUGHTER
Immediately I forgot I was once a LOSER
He planned my DEPARTURE
Right inside his HELICOPTER
and opened a new CHAPTER
He is Forever my WONDER.

© Ifedolapo Ogunniyi

In lands afar, I sought a break,
From life’s demands, I chose to take.
With Luxembourg in mind, I dreamt,
A journey to a land of pure content.

Excitement brewed within my soul,
As plans were made to reach my goal.
To the airport, I made my way,
With eager heart and mind at bay.

Through skies, the plane did soar and glide,
Awestruck by the beauty from up high.
And as we touched that foreign land,
I felt a thrill, so grand, so grand.

In Luxembourg, I roamed and strayed,
To tourist gems that brightly laid.
The cobbled streets of Old Town’s grace,
A picturesque and timeless place.

The Casemates du Bock, a sight to see,
A fortress carved in history.
Adventures thrived in Mullerthal,
A wondrous land, so magical.

In Grund, I strolled by Alzette’s flow,
A charm that made my spirits glow.
The Grand Ducal Palace stood so tall,
A regal sight that did enthrall.

Through valleys green and forests deep,
I found my solace, troubles asleep.
The beauty of this land so fair,
Brought joy and peace beyond compare.

And as the week bid farewell’s embrace,
I retired to my hotel space.
In twilight’s glow, I found delight,
Recalling all that thrilled my sight.

Luxembourg, oh, how you have shown,
The wonders of a land unknown.
In blissful moments, I did find,
A respite for my weary mind.

© Ifedolapo Ogunniyi

Amidst the golden rays of summer’s kiss,
Underneath the sky, where dreams dismiss,
Glowing days of warmth, in nature we trust,
United moments, our hearts combust,
Serenading August, a month we adore,
Time’s fleeting dance, forevermore.

© Ifedolapo Ogunniyi

Happy New Month to you and yours!
Quotefied cares!

I am exhausted
From the never-ending societal rules
The do’s and don’ts that confine me

I am tired
Of struggling to make ends meet
Working tirelessly for meager pay

I am drained
By constant rejection and financial struggles
Feeling alone with no one to turn to for help

I am weary
Of living in the shadows
Unable to keep up with societal expectations

I am fatigued
By skipping meals due to lack of means
Struggling to meet basic needs

I am saddened
By my inability to support parents
Missing out on family events due to financial constraints

I am weary
Of my body’s constant struggles
Masking my pain with a smile

I am worn out
Crying myself to sleep most nights
Feeling trapped in darkness with no relief in sight

I am exhausted
From this life that weighs me down
Feeling older than my years, stuck in stagnation

I am drained
Yearning for rest and solace
Searching for a way out of this burden

I am longing for relief
Yearning for a break from this endless struggle
Desperately seeking rest and peace.

© Ifedolapo Ogunniyi