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Seyi Ojenike

Biography: ‎SEYI OJENIKE is a poet who finds creative inspiration in his rich Yoruba heritage. Shaped by literary giants Wole Soyinka and Niyi Osundare, his poetic voice resonates in his contribution to the book "Things Fall Apart: The Centre Cannot Hold," a collaborative work between the Republic of Ireland and Nigeria commemorating W. B. Yeats' Nobel Prize centenary.

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Saturday 20 May 2023

Motherhood

What a journey, what a ride

From the first moment of conception

To the day of birth, and beyond

Motherhood is a beautiful song

The weight of responsibility

Can sometimes feel like a boulder

But with every coo and smile

A mother's heart swells with pride

The sleepless nights and endless days

Of diaper changes and feeding times

Are nothing compared to the joy

Of holding a tiny life in your arms

From the first steps to the first words

A mother watches her child grow

And though the journey is not always smooth

Love always finds a way to shine through

Motherhood is a journey of sacrifice

Of giving your all for another life

It's a journey that's both beautiful and tough

But a mother's love is more than enough

So here's to all the mothers out there

The ones who work tirelessly every day

May your love and sacrifice never go unnoticed

And may you always find joy along the way.

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