28.
I started this piece like any reflection,
Vague and basic, through solely positive lenses
but in any year, you get lost in the days & months
So it’s times to recollect the true encounters through the last 12,
‘Bismillah’ as we delve….
27,
You were great.
I kissed my ayeeyo’s on their foreheads
Fed my awoowe at his weakest.
Made my cousins laugh
Dined them, made them feel appreciated.
Spent hours on the beach
With my favourites
Collected land,
Pebbles, was taught the finest stories.
Under a tree
Where my hooyo’s favourite memories as a child were created.
Nothing about the beginning of my 27th year was basic.
I also faced trials and tribulations,
Some feelings & events were never shared or stated,
I dealt with them in secret, with God by my side,
I didn’t cave in.
New opportunities presented itself,
I grabbed the chance through beautiful deliberations
With some of my favourite people in this world
They never folded, acted dismissive, or kept the advice light,
Instead, they painted a picture
whilst they guided me through confusing times.
Patience was the sign,
I was told to never rush but trust in Gods time
I wanted a new place,
A new ride
A new career, that would help my mind.
My creator provided.
Gave me another day,
Another age to try & get it right.
To 28, I hope your peaceful & kind…
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