The Immigrant Life

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Reflections on the friendships we keep and the ones we let go

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Dapo Bankole
Nov 13, 2025
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“It is hard for twenty children to stay together as friends for twenty years.” - Yoruba adage

I’ve been in a reflective mood this afternoon, stretching into evening, and my thoughts keep circling back to friendships. At nearly five decades on this earth, I’ve built several meaningful relationships, but I’ve also disconnected from some. I’m tempted to say…

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