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

In Adeyipo Village, I dwell,
A young village girl, this tale I will tell.
Kufi 1, Olorunda Aba, Igbo Elerin, they surround,
Where hidden lives and dreams are found.

With love’s sweet whispers in the air,
I dream of a future, love to share.
But fears grip my heart, like the night’s embrace,
Will love be kind, or a painful chase?

In Olorunda, hope blooms like flowers,
I yearn for brighter days and golden hours.
With each dawn, my dreams take flight,
Guided by faith, through day and night.

Behind mud walls, my hear has desire,
To rise above, like a soaring spire.
Though trials may come, I won’t back down,
I willl rise like the sun in Olorunda town.

In Igbo Elerin, secrets are kept,
My dreams, my fears, silently wept.
Yet, through it all, hope will survive,
A beacon of light, forever alive.

This young village girl, in love and strife,
Longs to break free, reach a new life.
Behind mud walls, a spirit stands tall,
In Adeyipo Village, I will conquer all.

© Ifedolapo Ogunniyi