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Sage of The Six Paths
Since the beginning of time, it has been passed down from one generation to the next that whosoever finds a gold coin should visit the sage of the six paths, who resided beyond the gilded gates of glory. The coin was meant to be a token that would allow a person to pass through them.Advertisement Continue reading
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Far Niente
My ideal reality is living in a village tucked away from the fast pace of modern society. If I had my way I’d spend the rest of my life drinking coffee and reading books, stare at the clouds and let them serve as inspiration for my next story. But we both know that that’s not… Continue reading
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It Must Be Stated.
The following was something I penned down sometime around June. I wasn’t in the best place mentally and this was my way of ‘laying it all out’. It must be stated, emphatically and unequivocally, that so far things have not gone my way, not because Allah is a sadist, but because the current circumstance IS… Continue reading
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A University Anecdote
I should provide some context. Apparently two students were killed by the GSU who were originally deployed to quell some riots that were beginning to erupt. It was election season so if you’ve ever studied at a public university in Kenya you know what I mean. Students got mad and decided to launch a large… Continue reading
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Jam on Toast
“Here you go sweetie” are the words my mother says before presenting my breakfast on a plain, white plate. It’s always jam on toast. I don’t mind because it’s something that mother makes, and whatever mother makes tastes like heaven. “My mother taught me that whenever the sky was grey and my mood was blue,… Continue reading
About Me
An English diarist and naval administrator. I served as administrator of the Royal Navy and Member of Parliament. I had no maritime experience, but I rose to be the Chief Secretary to the Admiralty under both King Charles II and King James II through patronage, diligence, and my talent for administration.
Arif in Wonderland 