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Flash Fiction: Expired Luck

October 20, 2016October 20, 20162 Comments

On the eve of my departure from Benin, I bribed our driver to take me to buy suya from a spot on ADP junction by Airport Road. The harmattan haze that hung thick and unyielding in the sky earlier that day Continue reading →

6 Word Story: Caution

July 7, 2015March 15, 20167 Comments

So I’m feeling in a really minimalist mood at the moment hence the sparse nature of this post/story. I’m being very economical with my words: spoken and written and also with my time. The photos below were taken in front of my parents house in Nigeria, aka The White House (for obvious reasons), back in May. Continue reading →

To Cut A Long Story Short

May 7, 2015March 18, 20167 Comments

For some reason, I have always felt most inspired when in transit. Whether on a train or in a car, on a boat or in a plane, once I’m en route anywhere, ideas start to flow – which is exciting but can be inconvenient if I am the one driving! Continue reading →

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“Almost every person, from childhood, has been touched by the untamed beauty of wildflowers.” - Lady Bird Johnson . I’ve always loved flowers but that fondness ascended to a whole new Level this year when I started arranging them. . I find the practice really therapeutic. It’s nice to have something else other than writing and listening to music that brings me so much joy. . Planning events that incorporate stunning floral arrangements also brings me joy. I loved making this bouquet during the summer using white peonies and mini ranunculus. . What’s your favourite flower? . Photographer: @anaszabophotography

This is the smile I smile when I’m doing something I love such as designing and planning an event, writing a poem or short story, chilling with Mr V or travelling. Actually... this picture is a variation of the smile I’m describing - there aren’t enough teeth on show here 😅 . Doing what you love isn’t always easy - especially when it becomes your job. Contrary to what you’d assume or the internet would have you believe, it isn’t sunshine, lollipops and rainbows every minute. . Whatever causes you to smile, make time for it. Self-care shouldn’t be a luxury, it’s a necessity. . What brings you joy?

Year 2! . Mr V and I have been [spiritually & legally] married for 2 years! . No essay today because I’m tired and 2 years doesn’t make me any sort of authority on marriage. Having said that, this second year taught me the importance of marrying your friend and functioning as a team! . I’m grateful to be on this journey with him and look forward to what the future holds. . Cheers to many more years! (Slide for actual wedding throwback pics - I didn’t want to mess with the current colour scheme on my grid 😅 The last image is fitting as year 2 is your ‘cotton anniversary’)