By a Lake by Thompson Emate

[tabby title="Poem"] As the end of days approaches,The prevailing rays emerge,Caging the night,And letting the light dominate. Strangers in the fields,Armoured with glittering shields,Strengthened by the gallant sun,A multitude that stands as one. This marks the beginning of a new...

Journey Without My Father by Thompson Emate

[tabby title="Poem"] A tranquil river awakens with dawn,The boat awaits my father and me,Spirits stand ready to accompany and aid. Only I stand by the river,Looking at the sky,Searching for what’s hidden in its vastness.I speak the words I hear...

Songs at Twilight by Thompson Emate

[tabby title="Poem"] The sombre song,A troubled heart,A worried soul—Yesterday’s road stretches into the present. Nightfall on the porch,Alone looking at the sky,Songs for the moment,An elixir for cracks and crevices. The pain inspires the songs;Redemption is a pathless path.It’s a...

Iroko Tree by Thompson Emate

[tabby title="Poem"] TreeDaylightIrokoAfrican prideBroad leaves and wide girthMystical talesGuides the lightTwilightWood [tabby title="Poet Bio"] Thompson Emate spends his leisure time on creative writing, particularly poetry and prose. He has a deep love for nature and the arts. He lives in...

The Sun as a Metaphor for Purpose by Ridwan Tukur

[tabby title="Poem"] The sun is my only friendThe Ikigai that wakes me upAnd shows me the way outOf my gloomy, lethargic room.The fitness trainer who taught meAbout losing the world’s weightOn my burdened shoulders.And when my body glowsWith beads of...