Loveless

 In shadows cast by scarcity's embrace,

The hearts of the less fortunate, a sacred space.

Yet love's ember flickers, undeterred by plight,

For it knows not boundaries, nor day nor night.

In humble homes where hardships reside,

Hope and connection forever do abide.

Though struggles may cloud their sunlit skies,

Love's beacon within them steadfastly lies.

From threadbare cloth to dreams so grand,

Two souls find solace, hand in hand.

For love, unbound by material decree,

Blooms in hearts yearning to be free.

Through trials and tribulations they wade,

Their bond an anchor, never to fade.

For love's pure essence, profound and deep,

In every heart, its secrets keep.

Economic bounds do not define,

The fervent love that intertwines.

In whispered words and tender touch,

Love's magic flourishes, oh so much.

So let us cast away this notion untrue,

That poverty can love's dreams subdue.

For in the hearts of all who seek,

Love finds a way, its truth to speak.

No money, no honey

 My Dearest Tate,

I hope this letter finds you in good health and spirits. As I sit here in Kenya, my thoughts often wander back to the times we shared, and I realize how much I've learned since then. Life has taught me that the barriers of poverty and poker-faced people can indeed cloud our paths to finding love and happiness.

Living through humble circumstances has shown me the struggles that can overshadow the pursuit of love. And as for those who hide their emotions behind poker faces, I've come to understand that opening one's heart requires vulnerability and authenticity, traits that aren't always easy to express.

Yet, despite these challenges, I find solace in the belief that all things shall come to pass by the mercies of God. We must hold onto hope and continue to strive for the love and connection we seek, knowing that our efforts and faith will ultimately guide us toward brighter days.

I hope this letter reaches you well, and I send my warmest regards across the distance that separates us. May your journey be filled with love, joy, and the blessings of a future that surpasses our current struggles.

Yours sincerely,

Baba Janire. 

Tabasamu ya kupapasa macho

 With every dawn, your smile gleams bright,

A sunlit glow that fills my sight.

Your laughter dances on the breeze,

A melody that puts my heart at ease.

Your nose, a touch of perfect grace,

A sculpted work, an artful face.

In every curve, a beauty shines,

A work of wonder, nature’s designs.

Those eyes, so radiant and fair,

A sparkling cosmos, a love affair.

They hold the secrets of galaxies above,

A universe of wonders, an endless love.

Adored, my dear, you are, indeed,

A masterpiece of love, a rare breed.

With every breath, I’m drawn to you,

Enchanted by the love you strew.

Your presence lights up every room,

A beacon of joy, dispelling gloom.

In your embrace, I find my peace,

A sanctuary where worries cease.

Tate, your smile, your nose, your eyes,

They paint my world with love’s surprise.

A masterpiece, my heart’s delight,

A precious gem, my guiding light.

Forever, I’ll adore and praise,

Your every charm, through nights and days.

For in your soul, my love, I find,

A love that makes my heart unbind.

Malaika

 In a world adorned with stardust’s grace,

I found an angel, my heart’s embrace.

Tate, your love a celestial symphony,

While I, a mere human, am blessed by thee.

With gossamer wings and a halo bright,

You soar through heavens, my guiding light.

Your tender care, a divine embrace,

Transforms my world to a sacred space.

In every step, you leave grace’s trace,

A seraph’s touch in life’s fast-paced race.

With kindness blooming, like flowers in May,

You light my path with love’s pure ray.

In your eyes, galaxies reside,

A universe of dreams, where hearts confide.

How could I, a simple soul, compare?

To your celestial beauty, rare and fair.

Yet, in this love, we find our place,

An angel’s heart, and human’s grace.

For, by your side, I learn to see,

The boundless love that sets me free.

So, let us dance in love’s sweet trance,

A timeless waltz, two souls enhance.

For in your arms, I feel I’m blessed,

By the angel’s love, my heart caressed.

Tate, my angel, in love we soar,

Your radiant light, I’ll forever adore.

Together we’ll write a tale of love,

A union divine, guided from above.

My anchor

 Tate, my love, you are my peace,

In your arms, all worries cease.

When life’s storms rage, you calm my soul,

With you, I’m complete and whole.

Your presence soothes my every fear,

With you, I find solace near.

In your smile, I see the light,

Guiding me through every night.

You’re the calm within my storm,

With you, I’m safe and warm.

In chaos, you’re my steady ground,

With you, love’s harmony is found.

When I’m lost, you lead me home,

In your love, I’ll never roam.

You’re the answer to my prayer,

A love so deep, beyond compare.

Tate, my love, you are my peace,

With you, life’s challenges decrease.

Hand in hand, we’ll face each day,

In your love, I’ll always stay.

Doubt

 Tate, my love, a confession I bear,

Inadequacy gnaws at me, I fear.

You shine so bright, an angel so rare,

I wonder if I’m worthy to share.

Your love, a gift, I can’t comprehend,

I see my flaws, and they won’t amend.

In your presence, I feel so small,

Afraid that I might let you down, enthrall.

Your kindness and grace, a beacon of light,

While I stumble in shadows, full of plight.

I question if I’m enough for you,

As doubts and insecurities brew.

Yet, you love me, flaws and all,

In your heart, I find a haven’s call.

With you, I feel safe, understood,

In your love, I find all that is good.

Tate, my love, you see me clear,

Through every doubt, you draw me near.

You deserve the world, it’s true,

But with all my heart, I vow to be true.

I may feel unworthy, deep inside,

But by your side, I’ll stand with pride.

For in your love, I’m learning to see,

That you chose me, 

and that’s all I need to be.

Tying the knot

 My beloved Tate, with each passing day,

My love for you grows in every way.

I yearn for the moment, so divine,

To call you mine, forever entwined.

I can’t wait to make you my wife,

To cherish you for all of life.

In your arms, I find my home,

A love so pure, forever to roam.

You’ll be the mother of our dreams,

Guiding our children, so it seems.

With you by my side, we’ll build a nest,

A family bound, forever blessed.

Your love, a beacon, shines so bright,

I’m grateful for you, day and night.

Together, we’ll create a life anew,

With joy and love that’s boundless and true.

The thought of our future fills me with glee,

To walk hand in hand, just you and me.

You’re the one I’ve been waiting for,

Together, our hearts will soar.

Tate, my love, you complete my soul,

With you, my heart is finally whole.

I can’t wait for the day, my dear,

To wive you and hold you near.

My one and only

 My dear Tate, you’re the only one,

In my heart, the moon and sun.

No other girl could take your place,

Your love, a treasured, rare embrace.

Your laughter dances like spring rain,

Your smile, a light that can’t be feigned.

Your kindness warms my very soul,

With you, my love, I am made whole.

Through highs and lows, you’re by my side,

In your love’s arms, I find my pride.

You’re the melody to every rhyme,

A symphony, our hearts entwined.

No other love could compare to thee,

You are my world, my destiny.

In your eyes, I see my home,

Wherever we are, I’m never alone.

Tate, you hold the key to my heart,

From your love, I’ll never depart.

You’re the only girl, my precious one,

Together, our journey has just begun.

Njoo nyumbani mama

 My love, I wonder with each passing day,

When will you return, and light my way?

The heartache lingers, and I yearn for you,

To ease this pain, our love so true.

In dreams, I see you, beside me near,

Your touch erases every fear.

But waking hours bring a void, so wide,

As I count the moments until you’re by my side.

Time stretches on, as I ache for your embrace,

Hoping to see your tender face.

When will you come home, my dear Tate?

To mend this heartache that won’t abate?

Your presence, a comfort, a soothing breeze,

Together, we conquer life’s unease.

Your laughter, like music, lifts me high,

And I long for the day when you’ll draw nigh.

Though distance keeps us worlds apart,

I hold on to hope in my heart.

For in our love’s bond, I find my strength,

To endure this wait, no matter the length.

Come home to me, my love, my dove,

Let’s mend these hearts, with a love so pure.

Ease this heartache, make it fade away,

Together, we’ll brighten each passing day.

Worn out

 My dearest Tate, I’m worn and tired,

Longing for your love, so deeply admired.

Each passing day, your absence weighs,

In shadows cast, my heart obeys.

Amidst the toil of work’s demanding grind,

My thoughts drift to you, a tranquil find.

Your presence, a beacon in the storm,

A refuge, where my heart is kept warm.

The days drag on, the nights stretch long,

As I yearn for your touch, to keep me strong.

Your gentle words, a balm to my soul,

In your embrace, I find my console.

But distance persists, a cruel divide,

And loneliness I cannot hide.

Yet, I’ll persevere, hold on to hope,

In your love’s haven, I’ll learn to cope.

For you are the light that guides my way,

A constant presence through the disarray.

With you, I find the strength to stand,

To navigate life’s rough, shifting sand.

Though work weighs heavy, I’ll push through,

Your memory, a cherished respite, it’s true.

Together, we’ll weather every storm,

And in our love’s embrace, be reborn.

Tate, my love, I miss you so,

In this world’s chaos, you make me whole.

I’ll keep holding on, no matter the weather,

For we’ll find peace again, together.

Melancholy

 Dearest Tate, today’s light was dim,

A heavy sadness, I can’t begin to skim.

A cloud of sorrow engulfed my soul,

Its origins elusive, I can’t control.

The hours crept by, laden with gray,

A somber melody played throughout the day.

Emotions swirling, a storm inside,

I seek solace, in you, I confide.

Inexplicable sadness shrouds my core,

A weight I carry, yearning for more.

Perhaps it’s the distance that keeps us apart,

Leaving an ache, a void in my heart.

Your absence intensifies this sorrow,

A void filled only when we’ll meet tomorrow.

But until then, I’m left here to bear,

This heaviness, this weight I wear.

With every thought, I’m drawn to you,

Hoping you feel my feelings too.

For in your love, I find the strength,

To navigate this day’s dark length.

Tate, my love, I long for your embrace,

To see the joy return to my face.

For in your arms, the sadness subsides,

In your presence, my heart confides.

Until the day we’re side by side,

I’ll cherish you, my love, with every stride.

Together, we’ll conquer this mysterious pain,

And in our love’s embrace, find peace again.

Fate

 In the cosmos of my heart, you shine bright,

A guiding star in every darkened night.

With each breath, I long for your tender touch,

A yearning soul, I miss you oh so much.

Time stands still when we’re entwined as one,

Our souls dance, eclipsing the setting sun.

I cherish memories of your laughter’s grace,

A symphony of joy, your smile’s embrace.

Though miles apart, our love remains untamed,

Bound by fate’s thread, our spirits are inflamed.

I dream of holding you, our hearts in sync,

No distance can deter our love’s unique link.

Your absence leaves a void that words can’t mend,

I count the days, my dear, until we blend.

With every sunrise, I wait for you near,

The dawn of reunion, sweet and clear.

Tate, you are the missing piece I crave,

The love we share, an ocean we both brave.

In every moment, my soul seeks your gaze,

For in your eyes, my love, eternal praise.

Until our paths align, I’ll pen these lines,

A love song true, forever intertwined.

I miss you dearly, my heart’s true mate,

Together, we’ll conquer any fate.

Fear

 In the depths of my heart, a fear does reside,

The thought of losing her, I cannot hide.

For she’s the anchor that steadies my sail,

Without her, I fear I’ll drift and fail.

Her love, a beacon that guides me through,

In her presence, my worries subdue.

But the thought of her absence chills my soul,

A void so vast, it consumes me whole.

I fear not having her by my side,

The thought of it all, I can’t abide.

Her laughter, her warmth, her tender touch,

Losing her would hurt so much.

She’s the light in the darkness, my guiding star,

Without her, life feels so bizarre.

The thought of her gone, it cuts so deep,

An ache in my heart, I cannot keep.

I cherish every moment we’ve shared,

In her love and care, I’m repaired.

But the fear remains, a haunting dread,

Of a future without her, my heart is fed.

So, I’ll hold her close, cherish each day,

In her love, my fears allay.

I’ll treasure every smile, every kiss,

For with her, life feels like pure bliss.

And if the day comes when she’s not near,

I’ll cherish the memories we hold dear.

For her love, a gift, I’ll always keep,

In my heart, forever, her love will leap.

Thank heaven

 In your absence, I long for your smile,

Yearning for the days we laughed for a while.

Though you were bossy and sometimes cranky too,

Your presence was a gift, and I miss all of you.

Your bossiness, a charm that I hold dear,

A gentle push when I felt doubt and fear.

Your cranky self, a sign of passion deep,

A fire that burned bright, a secret to keep.

In moments shared, your touch brought peace,

And even your crankiness had its release.

For in your imperfections, you were real,

A love that’s genuine, I now keenly feel.

I miss those days, both bright and gray,

When you were here, and close you’d stay.

The joy you brought, the warmth you gave,

A treasure I’d keep, a memory to save.

The days feel empty without your voice,

With each passing moment, I have no choice.

But to embrace the void, to bear the pain,

And hope that soon we’ll meet again.

So, my love, I miss your bossy ways,

And even the cranky times, my heart displays.

For in those moments, I knew you were true,

And I’ll hold onto them until I’m with you.

To the heavens above, my gratitude soars,

For the blessing you brought, I forever adore.

In her presence, life’s colors brightly shine,

A love so divine, so pure, so fine.

I hope life treats her with gentle grace,

With each passing day, a warm embrace.

May joy and laughter fill her heart,

And troubles dissolve, like shadows depart.

I pray she wears a smile, as bright as the sun,

With laughter that echoes, like rivers run.

May happiness surround her, like a gentle breeze,

And troubles drift away, on calming seas.

I thank the heavens for her, each night and day,

For the love she gives in her own special way.

Her bossiness and crankiness, I hold close,

They are the essence of the love that arose.

I long to see her smile, to hear her laugh,

To feel her presence, our spirits to engraft.

Until that day, I’ll cherish the memories we’ve made,

In my heart, her love will never fade.

So, to the heavens, my gratitude I send,

For the love and joy, in her, I’ve found a friend.

I hope life treats her kindly, with love and care,

And that she knows I’ll always be there.

Hard knocks

 Life’s relentless waves crash over me,

Each blow knocking me down, I can’t break free.

With every step forward, it seems to assail,

As if fate’s cruel hand is destined to prevail.

I rise again, determined to stand tall,

Yet circumstances conspire to make me fall.

In the face of adversity, I fight and strive,

But it feels like the odds are never on my side.

Each stumble, each fall, chips away at my soul,

I’m losing sight of the person I used to know.

Tears stain my cheeks, heart heavy with pain,

As life’s unyielding force seems hard to restrain.

Dreams and aspirations, they start to fade,

Lost in the battles that I’ve bravely braved.

Yet buried beneath the struggles and strife,

There’s a glimmer of hope, a flicker of life.

For even when life keeps knocking me down,

I rise with strength from deep within the ground.

With every setback, I learn and grow,

Resilience and courage, they start to show.

In the darkness, I find a guiding light,

Leading me forward through the long night.

Though life’s punches hurt, and my spirit may bend,

I’ll never surrender; my strength won’t end.

So, I rise once more, against the gale,

Determined to overcome, to prevail.

Though life keeps knocking me down, you see,

I’ll ris

e again, for hope resides in me.

De-stance

My dear Tate, afar you roam,

A void within my heart has grown.

Like a ship adrift, I’m lost, alone,

With each passing day, my world is sown.

The sun may rise, the moon may fall,

But without you, I stumble, I crawl.

Your absence haunts my every dream,

Life’s colors fade, a muted gleam.

The laughter that we used to share,

Echoes faintly in the empty air.

The gentle touch, the warmth of your gaze,

Now mere memories, a bittersweet haze.

In every whisper of the breeze,

I yearn for you, my soul’s unease.

Each night, I count the stars above,

Hoping they’ll guide you back, my love.

The days are long, the nights are cold,

In this shattered world, my heart’s been sold.

Yet hope persists, a flickering light,

That you’ll return, to make things right.

Through distance vast, our love still gleams,

Brighter than the sun’s golden beams.

With every beat, my heart it swells,

For you, my love, in you it dwells.

So, Tate, my love, this message send,

Across the miles, my heart’s amend.

Though life’s been hard, I’ll patiently wait,

For you, my love, to end this state.

Lost

 In this vast and endless sea,

Lost I am, no compass to guide me.

The waves of life crash all around,

Leaving me bewildered, yet unbound.

A rudderless ship, adrift and tossed,

I wander through the fog, feeling lost.

Every path seems shrouded in haze,

No clear direction, no guiding rays.

The stars above, once a map so bright,

Now seem dimmed by the endless night.

The constellations, a tangled maze,

As I stumble on through life’s maze.

Decisions loom like stormy skies,

I’m paralyzed by my own cries.

Every step feels like a leap of faith,

Yet I fear the consequences beneath.

Confusion reigns, and doubt persists,

I search for answers, yet they resist.

A compass broken, my mind’s in knots,

As I wander aimlessly, with troubled thoughts.

Oh, to find a beacon, a guiding light,

To lead me through this endless night.

To find my way, to know what’s true,

To rediscover the path to pursue.

But in this turmoil, I still believe,

That within this chaos, hope will cleave.

For in the darkest depths I find,

Strength to heal, and peace of mind.

So, though I feel lost in the fray,

I’ll navigate this disarray.

And in the journey, I may find,

My purpose, my heart, my peace entwined.