London 2012 - Olympic Opening Night & 40th Birthday Celebration
May 21, 2021
by Ibi Olutoye
In your memory, daddy, too many short stories to tell and retell...Life with you just seemed to be in momentary bursts. Always, always thinking how proud I am of who you were, and what you achieved. I remember the London Olympics opening in July 2012, we were all geared up to watch it; you tripped over the steps and that was it, we spent the rest of the day and night in A&E. It was my first treasured time with you. We were there from about 5pm until 11pm before you were admitted. What life stories you filled me with! I was soooooo glad to have you all to myself!
Later on, I thought to myself, I should have recorded those stories...One to tell is how you got drafted into the Nigerian Navy.
This was also the summer of my 40th; and typical me- we went for tea at the Dorchester. I LOVED having you and mummy for that milestone. In some way, for me, that was my gift. ❤❤