A poem by Ayiyi Joel

Ode To The Man Who Leaves Before The Wake Of The Sun & Emerges At The Sleep Of the Sun

After Reading Gbenga Adeoba

Praise to the man who held me
in the moments of my first cry—
the gentle pull of tender lips shrills.

The man with pocket-full of night tales
& folk songs. Of language & eloquence.

Ode to the man whose face I wear,
who gave me his skin & pigment.

Songs for the one who taught my hands
the taming of rabbits & squirrels. The tricks of birds & the beauty of greens.

What tunes have our fingers and throat raised
in the name of our fathers?

About the Poet

Ayiyi Joel, TPC XVI is a young budding poet from Edo state in Nigeria. He has works featured in The Beatnik Cowboy, Synchronized Chaos, Rough Cut Press, Parousia, African Writers Mag, and elsewhere

SUBMIT TO US

Our submission portal is open all through the year. To know about the rules and regulations guiding submission, click on the “Read More” button on the left.

We look forward to receiving your entry.

Categories: LibraryPoetry

Tags: LibraryPoetry

848 Comments

RandomNameRem · 17/12/2025 at 12:51 am

intelligence and innovation guide – The platform provides guidance for combining creativity with logical thinking.

175.24.226.114 · 17/12/2025 at 12:53 am

learn to play craps

References:
http://55x.top:9300/roxannekong467

inspiredcollectors.com · 17/12/2025 at 1:27 am

penticton casino

References:
https://remotejobs.website/profile/klaudiagoff289

RandomNameRem · 17/12/2025 at 2:25 am

impactfulactionsengine – Helps focus on actions that generate measurable and positive results.

RandomNameRem · 17/12/2025 at 2:27 am

outcomepathfinder – Inspires creating a clear path toward positive and practical achievements.

MichaelRem · 17/12/2025 at 2:32 am

essentialinsights – Provides tips to focus energy on the things that bring the most value.

MichaelRem · 17/12/2025 at 2:34 am

claritycompass – Offers guidance to maintain focus on core priorities and values.

https://stayzada.com/ · 17/12/2025 at 2:35 am

paradise casino yuma az

References:
https://linkaku.homes/elizasmithson4

RandomNameRem · 17/12/2025 at 2:44 am

skill and growth guide – The platform highlights practical strategies for online growth and development.

RandomNameRem · 17/12/2025 at 2:46 am

growth innovation tips – It emphasizes methods for improving skills and seizing opportunities efficiently.

http://27.185.43.173/ · 17/12/2025 at 2:57 am

dakota magic casino

References:
https://www.ouarte.garden/adolfomccartne

MichaelRem · 17/12/2025 at 3:00 am

growthpathfinder – Helps uncover new growth paths and seize opportunities effectively.

no deposit bonus ohne einnahme · 17/12/2025 at 3:01 am

Laut den vorliegenden Informationen gibt es Promo-Optionen wie 50 Freispiele ohne Einzahlung für Big Bass Splash oder sogar 25 Euro Cash ohne Einzahlung. Gelegentlich bietet HitnSpin spezielle Aktionen wie einen Bonus ohne Einzahlung an. Das Casino bietet eine Vielzahl von Anreizen, die sowohl neue Spieler als auch treue Bestandskunden belohnen.
Danach sollte Ihr Konto aktiv sein und Sie können die erste Slot Maschine spielen und eine Chance auf echtes Geld haben.Vergessen Sie außerdem nicht, sich bei Ihrem ersten Hitnspin Casino Login den Bonus zu sichern. Sie haben genug gehört und wollen anfangen, bei HitnSpin zu spielen? So können Sie bedenkenlos bei uns spielen.Insgesamt sind Ihre Daten und Gelder bei uns zu jedem Zeitpunkt zu 100% geschützt.

References:
https://online-spielhallen.de/hitnspin-casino-test-bonus-bis-e800-spieen/