A week of wonder
Last week, I left home to our village, I have been there before but that was a long time ago. With a sense of adventure and a curious heart, I packed my bags and set out for a week filled with new experiences, I was eager to meet with my cousins, dance around the family tree, like we did when we were young.
As I entered the village, everyone I came in contact with could tell I was new here, my hair, look, dress, bags gave the simple message that I am from the city. There was no network, so,I couldn't call my Aunty to tell her I had arrive. A man approached me to ask if I was a corp member, I told him I was here to visit "Iya Shade"(My Aunt), with excitement, he took me to my Aunty's house.
I was happy and relieved (at least they didn't use me for ritual😅). My Aunty welcomed me with open arms, and led me to her cozy but, adorned with flowers and with the scent of fresh herbs. Some of the villagers gathered with their eyes sparkling with curiosity, every need was anticipated, every comfort I needed they were ready to provide, except for electric light. I couldn't come online, because they had no electricity, I had to listen to stories from my grandpa or go to the king's palace in the evening to watch cultural presentation in order to kill boredom.
After some days, I felt a sense of belonging, like I am part of a larger family, the villagers showed me that even in a world of strangers, there exists a deep well of kindness. It was unbelievable to me, that a small village and typically traditional could bim with such openness.
As I prepared to leave yesterday, I was given some foodstuffs, the Baale gave me a bottle of honey, I left with a heart full of gratitude, the village might not have electricity but it shine brightly with warmth, love and especially delicious food 😂.
I'm back to give Y'all reminders🤭
As I entered the village, everyone I came in contact with could tell I was new here, my hair, look, dress, bags gave the simple message that I am from the city. There was no network, so,I couldn't call my Aunty to tell her I had arrive. A man approached me to ask if I was a corp member, I told him I was here to visit "Iya Shade"(My Aunt), with excitement, he took me to my Aunty's house.
I was happy and relieved (at least they didn't use me for ritual😅). My Aunty welcomed me with open arms, and led me to her cozy but, adorned with flowers and with the scent of fresh herbs. Some of the villagers gathered with their eyes sparkling with curiosity, every need was anticipated, every comfort I needed they were ready to provide, except for electric light. I couldn't come online, because they had no electricity, I had to listen to stories from my grandpa or go to the king's palace in the evening to watch cultural presentation in order to kill boredom.
After some days, I felt a sense of belonging, like I am part of a larger family, the villagers showed me that even in a world of strangers, there exists a deep well of kindness. It was unbelievable to me, that a small village and typically traditional could bim with such openness.
As I prepared to leave yesterday, I was given some foodstuffs, the Baale gave me a bottle of honey, I left with a heart full of gratitude, the village might not have electricity but it shine brightly with warmth, love and especially delicious food 😂.
I'm back to give Y'all reminders🤭
