THINKING? DON’T WE ALL? That’s the mistake we all make. Man is a rational animal, isn’t he? The fallacy of the 19th century. Man is not a rational animal; he’s only an animal capable of being rational. A being with volitional consciousness, he can choose to think or not to, that’s the difference between him … Continue reading
Daily Archives: January 19, 2010
A WEDDING PICTURE | By Ayo Sogunro
The wedding was a glimpse of upper class glory Magazines would publish the pictures—a wondrous story The seven tiered cake could not be beaten The food consumed was less than that uneaten The bride was aglow in a flow of white and turquoise The groom simply was the point of sweet and coy eyes The … Continue reading
SHE’S WAITING THERE FOR YOU | By Ayo Sogunro
The traffic wriggles between us Slithering from Ozumba to the Lagos Island A growing snake, intent on devouring our day I know exactly what’s on your mind As you dial my number and my phone begins to pulse: It’s going to be the same excuse I gave yesterday Now I want to turn back, give … Continue reading