An anticipation of “March’s madness”…

On February 20th, Nigerians witnessed the launch of A Journey in Service, a memoir detailing the life of a former military ruler. Now 83, he recounts his role in what can only be summarized as the country’s downward spiral—from senseless coups and executions that ignited a civil war to an election annulment that led to further bloodshed. And yet, on that day, he and his book were celebrated by the President and former Heads of State. The gall—the insult to the common Nigerian, past and present.

February also delivered a Hollywood tragedy straight out of The X-Files—a renowned actor, his wife, and their dog, all found dead in different parts of their home. No signs of forced entry. No carbon monoxide poisoning. No definitive time of death. A mystery worthy of the strangest conspiracy theories. Oh boy – February couldn’t get any crazier could it? Well Helz Yezzz!.

February 28th! The world witnessed what can only be described as the political equivalent of The Jerry Springer Show. Leader versus world leader. Or perhaps, world leader and his team going at leader – take your pick. No fists were thrown, but the number of jaws hitting the floor that day—including mine—was staggering. A day of pride for some, a day of disgrace for others. A moment in history remembered for ????… I’ll leave you to fill in the blanks.

Now, standing in the month of Martius, I can’t help but reflect on the sheer audacity of the past few weeks—from political theater to ongoing freakishly hot Lagos weather. And so, I ask: What more could you have in store for us, O month of March named after the Roman god offf … war?!

Pantheon smiles down,

From Fields of Mars spectating

His month unfolding

Its Haibun Monday on dVerse and its all about how you interpret “March Madness”. This piece was fun for me! Based on my view of the term “March madness” I got the chance to unclog all the frustration that came with previous month of February 😁.

March is here and I personally choose to be positive and prayerful about what’s ahead.

Cheers! 🙂

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Author: festivalking

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16 thoughts on “An anticipation of “March’s madness”…”

  1. Well done! It has been a rollercoaster ride for you and for us here in the US. The nastiness of politics rubs off on all of us it seems. What happened here last week was despicable political theater!

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    1. Thank you 🙂

      All we can do is stay strong and positive for ourselves and one another …and I am referring to the common citizens of the world. ‘Coz these politicians, I honestly do not trust them. We see only what they want us to see. Its theatrics most of the time. After all, we aren’t there after the camera’s are turned off and they have their conversations.

      Thanks again for stopping by! 🙂

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      1. You are right. Most of what we hear is what I call smoke and mirrors! Like a carnival funhouse that distorts the real view and keeps you focused on the superficial while deeper stuff is going on that they don’t want to talk about.

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  2. Very well put together haibun, Festival King. I never thought about the fact that March is Mars’ to Mess with Us. Where is the month for a Peace Loving God(dess)?

    Sorry to hear about your “great leader” and what sounds like a sham from him.

    SO embarrassing what cheeto and his lap dogs did there in the oval office. A national shame as far as I’m concerned.

    About Gene Hackman, Wife, and Pet, no carbon monoxide?? It will be interesting to see what did do them in.

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      1. You’re very welcome, FK ❤

        BTW, please feel free to call me ‘David’ because that is my first name.

        The word ‘ben’ simply means ‘son of’ in Hebrew, and my father’s name was ‘Alexander’. I created my blog in his memory, you see.

        I know it’s confusing because ‘Ben’ is a popular name in English. I’m really sorry about that confusion!

        Much love,
        David

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      2. O wow! I know you are going to say it is not necessary, but I do apologise for not noticing that you have been referring to yourself as David all this while – and thank you for the education. I have always liked the name Ben and now I know why. It ties family together. How lovely!

        You have a wonderful day David (Another lovely name) 🙂

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