No is Also a Response

I have been a leaf,
a spineless leaf
who jumps, at
every word of the wind.

I have grown in size,
grown like a mighty sea
yet like the tides,
I swim at the sound
of every ‘quest.

But I am a being,
a human being
who should know
that ‘No’,
is also a response.

 Ogaga Eruteya is a Nigerian Christian minister, writer and speaker. He writes on Faith, Personal Development, Youth Development, and Life Realities. With his words, he seeks to inspire, motivate, propagate life’s truths and represent a sincere Christian voice. Learn more about Ogaga here.