An Evergreen ambience.
The Calmness of the whispering dew.
Sweet melodious chirpings.
The coolness of a mighty wind.
A new dawn with rays of sunrise creeping in.
Through the crevices of the shut eyes.
Resolutions moulded and decayed.
The burgeon of the conception of another.
A new hope created in anticipation of a new season.
New Dreams, New goals, New purpose.
A drive for prosperity.
A hope for fulfilment.
The heart wishes and the mind disposes.
Alas! We strive. Hoping our motivation doesn’t run dry.
As we aim for a living that is worth the try.
In our pursuance we seek the help of “The Deity”.
Because life has a way of blowing away our gaiety.
But through it all, all we want is a happy New Year
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Lydia Mawuena Sokah (pen name: Uena) is an emerging poet with a passion for capturing the nuances of life through literature. She is a final-year student at the University of Ghana and she completed her basic education at Good Foundations International School, where her love for literature inspired her to become the library prefect, giving her access to a wide range of literary works. Though her body of work is still growing, Uena’s poetry explores themes of identity, nature, and human connection. With a handful of poems yet to be published, she is excited to share her voice and engage with a diverse audience. Her hobbies and interests, aside from reading and writing, include learning different languages, travelling, and watching movies.
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