Odinobim is an Igbo word. It has a lot of meanings, but its literal meaning is ‘It is in my heart’. It could also mean ‘Person in my heart or Sweetheart’. My poem refers to either of the first two. Enjoy.
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Odinobim….
Words remained unspoken.
Boundaries are uncrossed.
The silence remains unbroken;
Yet Conversations we haven’t explored.
Odinobim…
Your dimpled smiles are beautiful,
Your ebony skin smoother than silk,
Your long fingers, how graceful,
Your white teeth, do they taste like milk?
Odinobim…
One moment it is in your eyes,
The fleeting moment it is absent.
It is not that my decision is wise,
But I am not made to calm the tempest.
Odinobim…
I can sense the subtle invitation to speak;
A constant reminder of my many thoughts.
But I cannot tell you of this what I think,
I am forced to act just as I was taught.
Odinobim…
Our people have said it is not right;
I can never tell you just what I feel,
Only a woman of the streets invites a man to share her heart,
They said a woman’s place is to be quiet.
Our people have said it is wrong;
Only a whore gives the slightest hint,
That you would never know my worth if the first step is from me,
So I will wait, what I feel remains in my heart.
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La Chica Bonita @lachicabonita
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That’s not exactly safe o. Sometimes a man needs a push…because the gold under your feet is hard to see if you’re caught up in wishing after the copper in the next man’s yard.
Lovely…no; beautiful poem.
Good.
Lol….proverbial things tickle kinda.
Sweet comment…
Pretty poem, odimnaobi. I luv the title.
Gracias.
I like the writer.
I believe it’s pure African mentality that deters a girl (lady) from telling a boy he “likes” how she feels about him.
I enjoyed reading this. It’s sweet to read. *wink*
…Your white teeth, do they test like milk?
Beautiful rendition that left me with the nostalgic feelings one get while reminiscing in an empty space against the picturesque backdrop of a retreating Sun.
Well done.
bros you should write a poem some day.
This is an emotional poem and the feelings seep through. The style and the language flow seamlessly together. Love the title too
Simply excellent. This is worthy of being an Editor’s Pick.
Beautiful poem, @LaChicaBonita.
I thought it was going to be another “I love you” poem, but I like the spin you gave; it’s more heart-aching if you can ‘see’ but not ‘touch’.
Great sharing
Lala Chic……
You made a stream in your flow..ur choice of words fit just nicely….
But, the reality of the words hurt.
Nice poem…Africans and our mentality…Keep waiting, This one is to hoping that he notices…Well done.
@Seun. Thank you love. Really appreciate.
@Seun-Odukoya. Thank you love. Really appreciate. Something about you is in here.
@lachicabonita…
Something about me huh? Wow. That’s a umm…privilege?
That’s a privilege.
We should talk about that…if you want to.
@Sibbylwhyte but how many men will think well of a woman who expresses feelings for them? What if he doesn’t feel the same way.
Btw thanks.
@Charles thanks.
@Louis thanks for the indirect correction. I’m Igbo, but not so perfect. I translate the words the way they sound.
@Kaycee oh why. I love you too. {} Thanks.
@myself you have a way with words. Really Nice.
@TolaO thank you so much.
@elovepoetry thanks.
@Lancaster yes true, but its easy to say. Not something easy to do. Most guys tend to look at the lady as loose. Thanks for your comment.
@Myne, thank you. You flatter me. I love the title, the word inspired me.
@aturmercy, wow.
. Thanks.
You better go ahead baby. It doesn’t kill.
Strong poem.
nice poem, sometimes i think poetry flows more smoothly when rendered by a lady
Thanks much.
Smooth interpretation of the title and a true tale of tradition. Nice @lachicabonita
@Chimzorom thanks