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June 8, 2020June 8, 2020 / Amaka Chukwudifu / Leave a comment

hi guys! i know I’ve been silent here a while but I haven’t been silent all-round. I’ve got another blog which I’m slightly more consistent with and I’ll love you to check it out. Love and light x New blog link

Retreat Chronicles pt 1

November 28, 2019November 28, 2019 / Amaka Chukwudifu / 2 Comments

Few days back, I went for my third long retreat which is basically a weekend getaway with God in a bid to reconnect. It was only three days long but it felt like eternity to me. I chronicled everyday in a notebook I brought along with me. These are the jottings: RETREAT DAY ONE 10 … Continue reading Retreat Chronicles pt 1

The Mantilla

November 26, 2019 / Amaka Chukwudifu / Leave a comment

At the end of my spiritual retreat some days back, I bought this cream-colored mantilla I fancied. I thought of it as symbolizing my rejuvenation, my revitalization. Today, as I was preparing to leave the house with plans to attend evening Mass at the end of the day, I stuffed the mantilla into my purse … Continue reading The Mantilla

Chi’nenye nwa

October 21, 2019October 21, 2019 / Amaka Chukwudifu / Leave a comment

Often a title we address God as, and name our children in the eastern part of Nigeria. Translated to ‘The god that gives children’. In recent times during pro-life and pro-choice debates, some Christians forget that bit: that it is ONLY GOD that gives children; that indeed children are gifts ONLY FROM GOD. Regardless of … Continue reading Chi’nenye nwa

For He Who Lifted Me

April 23, 2019April 23, 2019 / Amaka Chukwudifu / Leave a comment

I went to bed weary and sad And in my dream you were there When I least expected you I hugged you tightly And was grateful for your presence It felt really real and I felt really good I held on to you for the longest time And did not want to let go. You've … Continue reading For He Who Lifted Me

Because of you…

April 19, 2019April 19, 2019 / Amaka Chukwudifu / Leave a comment

... when I see love quotes, I don’t cringe as much, Sometimes, I actually give it a second look 👀 When I listen to love songs, my mind isn’t as blank and vague. It’s a bit more colorful, a bit more vivid. I’ve begun watching romantic movies again, not just skipping them on the queue. … Continue reading Because of you…

The Art Of Reminiscing ✨

April 19, 2019April 19, 2019 / Amaka Chukwudifu / Leave a comment

I want to remember lying down on his chest, Listening to his heart beat and trying to memorize it because it’s a memory I’d love to recall. I want to carefully note his words, his scent, his voice, So that I can piece it all together when I’m having the roughest day, and feel calm. … Continue reading The Art Of Reminiscing ✨

So am I

April 19, 2019April 19, 2019 / Amaka Chukwudifu / Leave a comment

I want to wake up every morning, with the rays of the sun softly beaming through the blinds. I want to wake up to your peaceful face of slumber, I want to wake you up with kisses all over your face, I want to wake you up with love, making it with every bit of … Continue reading So am I

Lost n Found

November 26, 2018 / Amaka Chukwudifu / Leave a comment

As I began my journey to You I was eager and excited I longed to be perfect to You I took careful steps along the way And in taking those steps I found a sparkly treasure buried in the uneven road I picked it up And smiled as I continued my journey Not long after, … Continue reading Lost n Found

See Me

November 26, 2018November 26, 2018 / Amaka Chukwudifu / Leave a comment

My cry for help isn’t cuts on wrists Nor bruises on my neck My cry for help isn’t baggy eyes, And rolled down sleeves My cry for help is the long, deep laugh I let out even when the joke’s not that funny My cry for help is the extra second I hold your hand … Continue reading See Me

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