Soft words
Deep vows
A knot tied in the dark
The map pulled us thin
But I still feel your weight
In the empty space.
By: Linda Magano Baumann
27 March 2026
15h21
I am a passionate young African woman from Namibia, weaving my writing from the raw pulse of my experiences, emotions, and the unyielding fight for justice. Through words, I champion freedom of expression and spirit—the sacred bridge to self-discovery, empowerment, and collective liberation. Free within, I stand tall in the face of adversity. Are you ready to claim yours?
Soft words
Deep vows
A knot tied in the dark
The map pulled us thin
But I still feel your weight
In the empty space.
By: Linda Magano Baumann
27 March 2026
15h21
There come times in life when we simply move on,
continuing to do what we must.
We live to ensure responsibilities are met,
matters addressed.
Yet we forget to take a breath—
that breath that makes us stop
and realise we need time for ourselves.
The self that does all that is required,
that functions in multidimensional ways,
that has the spine to keep going.
There come times in life when we simply move on,
continuing to do what we must—
that moment when your heart takes a beat,
that beat reminding you that you are human.
The human who must engage within,
as the pulse affirms you're alive.
The human who forgot to take time
to fill the-self.
The human who finds themselves at a crossroads.
That crossroads signals all directions,
Yet you must realign within yourself.
Put yourself first—
first in a way that keeps you human,
That lets you remain you.
For in that everlasting love,
Your lived reality of connection thrives.
By: Linda Magano Baumann
24 March 2026
01h24
Though shadows pull me back from sight,
I shy from your gaze, unspoken, tender. Yet within my guarded heart ignites Our love—eternal flame, fierce splendour. I cradle it close, this aching fire, Through endless night, my soul's true vow. With quiet grace, I rise ever higher, Preserving our bond... onward now.