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A Headstone in Mama’s Garden
I know the version of myself you think is good for you; the one that swore to put you above all that is good for him. He is dead now. He died this morning, or yesterday maybe. I am not sure. Continue reading
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Before We Fall, 2
Munachi, I always suspected that your mother thought of me as weak. And my last visit to Enugu to see her, settled any doubts I held on to. While I appreciate her fondness, it has suddenly become important that I make it clear to you, why I can only find your concerns and those of… Continue reading
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Before We Fall, 1
But it is important you understand that I need you. I have needed you from the very first time you drove to my place in Utako with food during your lunch break at work. And I still need you now, and may never stop needing you. Continue reading
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I Don’t Want To Be a Soldier, I Don’t Want To Die
The first girl that broke my heart cried on my behalf. I still remember that night in high school like it was yesterday. In truth, I do not care much for her anymore, except for the gaping wound that she left me with. And all the women it haunted since her. Continue reading
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Who I Am Is Someone Who Leaves
I am sure that when you told me I could be whoever I wanted to be, in your many attempts at saving me from myself, you expected I would always want to be yours. Continue reading
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Bed Peace
I am so scared of settling with you because I do not know what version of you forever will leave me with. Continue reading
UCHENNA ONYISHI 