Owoeye Jesuloba GraceThe Journal
Field notes from Liverpool, observations from everyday life, and selected essays from OJG's Voice, my ongoing writing practice of over 10 years exploring faith, identity, growth, leadership, purpose and what it means to live thoughtfully.
Writing Between the Films
Liverpool field notes, cultural observations, migration experiences and reflections on my creative practice.
I Speak English. Liverpool Had Other Plans.
I moved to Liverpool speaking perfectly good English. Then came “me mum”, “la”, “ta-ra”, unexpected terms of endearment and phone numbers that sounded like riddles. Apparently, I had some learning to do.
The Most Boss Word in Liverpool
I've learnt quite a few Scouse expressions since moving to Liverpool. But one little word has completely won me over. And no, I'm not talking about my manager.
OJG’s Voice
An ongoing collection of essays and reflections on faith, identity, purpose, leadership, relationships, personal growth and the art of living intentionally.
The Art of Sitting Down.
Stillness exposes things movement can hide.
You cannot tend a garden you have abandoned.
Have we become professional garden-watchers?
There are things comfort will never introduce you to.
“It is better to go to the house of mourning than to go to the house of feasting.”
Selective Amnesia Is Common to Man
Memory loss happens. Gen Z, Gen X, Millennials- all of us.
On Principles, Patterns and Precepts (The 3 Ps)
Your own life is consistently speaking to you. Are you paying attention to the evidence?
The Problem with Being Busy All Year
The uncomfortable truth is that you won’t be in every room forever.