I will talk to you in gardens, In sowing seeds in good soil In vibrant dark soil That reminds me of home… Of the soil […]
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Category: poetry
Yellow Lines
I stride, I stride behind yellow lines, Do not cross; This is a crime scene, Yellow lines. I am the victim And the police, You […]
Fallen, Angel
Your halo has burnt out, Your pretty wings have fallen off, You’re now fallen, angel. Likes(2)Dislikes(0)
#HearMyHeart: Depression and Macho Therapy
“Man-up. Be a man. Grow some cojones. Why do you lie on the floor? Holding your stomach like out it would pour? Shedding tears wailing […]
Poem : Idolatry
I’ve been pouring libations At your altar, As a good priest should; Every hour with the accompanying prayer. Every day I come, With good mornings, […]
Poem: I Shall Turn Off the Lights
I shall turn off the lights (See no evil hear no evil) There was a time your face was sunrise And your voice was a harp […]
Book Review : Akello by Abigail Arunga
Akello is a brave and raw collection that is certainly the poetic mouthpiece of a youthful and energetic generation that’s often not considered poetic. Poetry made […]
Poem: Invisible
Little corners in buses Hedged in like a plant, There are places I’ve marked with crosses Free from the taste of beer and the smell […]
Poem: Soft Landings at the foot of a Quarry
When death visits your house over and over again First taking your colour Then taking your resolve You would expect her to come again This […]
It’s Okay To Cry #RIPJulimuffn #iCelebrateJulie
I wrote this tribute to Julie’s friends because the pain seeps through to you as well. I met her once or twice, but I remember […]