Who is your favorite historical figure?
We call it YEMOJA in Nigeria. I guess every other country know her as MERMAID. I love her beauty, poise, and oh! The fish tail. I have never seen one before but with all I have read and watched, she is a goddess to behold and a generous one too. YEMOJA is a blessing to all.
Write about your first crush.
My first crush was an Actor. Amazingly, I was an adolescent when I started crushing on him. Dreams never ending, I could not even get to speak with him. If only wishes were horses…
Silently I watched his whispers fade, and his dreams unsaid,
A man’s heart weighed down with dread,
A shy man with a longing, for love he could not show,
Every day he saw her, but his courage said no.
He would catch her radiant smile, it stole his breath away,
But his fears held him captive, his words in disarray,
His heart ached in silence, as the days turned into years,
Yet he could not find the strength to dissolve his inner fears.
But deep within his soul, a flicker started to ignite,
A glimmer of resilience, breaking through the night,
He vowed to seize the moment, before it slipped away,
To cast aside his worries, and the doubts that led astray.
One day, fate aligned their paths, their eyes locked in a gaze,
He gathered all his strength, in a courageous, final blaze,
With trembling voice, he spoke the words he longed to say,
“Through every passing moment, I have loved you every day.”
Now their love blossoms, like a flower in full bloom,
He found the strength within, to escape his self-made tomb,
So, to all the shy souls longing for love’s sweet embrace,
Believe in your own courage, and let your heart find its place.
© Ifedolapo Ogunniyi
Photo credit: istockphoto
The air is polluted with the dark shadows of doubts and fears,
Judgment echoing per second in our ears,
Listen, I pen this down to encourage the young and the bold,
And tell a tale of courage and stories untold.
The path you tread may not be clear,
Obstacles arise, but have no fear.
For every mountain that blocks your way,
Conquer it boldly, come what may.
The road to greatness is paved with strife,
But through it all, you will find your life.
Embrace the challenges, embrace the pain,
For it is in those moments, you will truly gain.
Let opposition be your guiding light,
Ignite the fire within, burn so bright.
For it is in the face of adversity,
That you will discover your true tenacity.
So, young hearts, remember this refrain,
Dare to live, let your spirit reign.
No matter the odds, the obstacles you face,
Dare to chase your dreams, embrace life’s grace.
Dare!
© Ifedolapo Ogunniyi
Photo credit: findsoulrest
What are the most important things needed to live a good life?
Live your best.
Love yourself and all.
Laugh at difficulties and.oppositions. Your health matters .
Learn to pray. Nothing works without the elemental forces and divinity.
Leave a Legacy. Ensure your goodness radiates. Be known for something good not bad.
If humans had taglines, what would yours be?
Loaded. Controversial. Blunt. Generous. Excellent. Ever-ready. Praying-Machine. Impulsive. Adventurous.
What’s the one luxury you can’t live without?
I don’t think I have one in particular but all. My cosy house, not too expensive but roomy and beautiful jeep, healthcare, and yes, food. Don’t laugh, who can do without food? So you see it’s not just one.
What is your favorite season of year? Why?
It’s WINTER all the way – December. It’s my favourite because, firstly, it’s my birth month.
Secondly, it’s my wedding anniversary month.
Thirdly, it’s always the coldest month of the year in Nigeria. I love the way cold caresses my skin and make me feel so loved.
Lastly, it’s CHRISTMAS. I love the unboxing of gifts, sharing of food to the less privileged, cakes, chocolates, sales, etc.
What are you passionate about?
Writing. Every part of me screams PASSION when it comes to writing.
