Last Will and Conviction by Hon. Dr White Kettle, Former Steward of the National Purse I,…
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Sometimes a few lines say it best. This section features poems that explore identity, emotion, society, and the everyday. Whether lyrical or raw, our poetry captures life in rhythm, reflection, and resonance.
Faux Credentials
If they flaunt their accolades but lack substance, If their words soar high but their prose…
Continue ReadingThey Beat Us Crying
They beat us crying,We, the strong,Our voices drowned in sorrow,Our pain, silent as the night.They beat…
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Melon Woes
Like an unexpected pregnancy, she appeared without invitation. I embraced her warmly, providing total loving care.…
Continue ReadingTonic of Life
Thinking of a pretty damsel,Cast in the mould of an angel,May well be the reasonThe lowly…
Continue ReadingA Sword’s Life
In the shadows, you lurk with bated breath,A silent sentinel of impending death,With each swing, you…
Continue ReadingJoe’s Woes
Three birds approached Joe the FarmerLast summer—“Give us some feed,We are famished,”They pled.“I’m afraid I have…
Continue ReadingPrayer
My Lord I come before you today Not as a sinner begging for mercy But as…
Continue ReadingHuman First
I am HumanI am human first before race:White, Black, BrownI am human first before tribe:Ga, Ewe,…
Continue ReadingProtocol List
Matthew, son of PintoThe adulterer turned MinisterBegot Obed with HawaDaughter of Fathia, the bimboNow Obed, dropped…
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