Marisa Donnelly
Marisa is a writer, poet, & editor. She is the author of Somewhere On A Highway, a poetry collection on self-discovery, growth, love, loss and the challenges of becoming.
Maybe This Is Why They Call It ‘Falling’
Maybe they call it ‘falling’ because it’s just that—you completely trip, slip, lose control, and crash into another person. Head over heels. All of you. Into their open arms.
A Prayer For When You Feel You’ve Lost Your Way
Bring me light when I’m in darkness and a path to follow when I feel like I’m wandering in circles. When doors close in front of me, give me new ones to open. When people walk away, give me courage to seek out relationships that both build me, and honor you.
I Can’t Wait To Do All The Little Things With You
I can’t wait to brush my teeth next to you, sharing the mirror, making faces with our toothpaste-covered tongues.
Of All The Things I Love About You, It’s Your Openness I Value The Most
I love that you’re not afraid to let me in, to talk to me, to be emotional and vulnerable and raw and real. I love that you put aside your doubts and trust me, that you give me a chance to love you, really love you, even where it hurts.
If You Love Her, Keep Her Wild
If you love her, let her be. Let her be as she is—strong and soft, gentle and passionate.
8 Truths I Learned About Love From My Best Friend
Love is consistent.
This Is For The Woman Who Keeps On Forgiving
You are the woman who forgives, who loves, who cares unconditionally. There is nothing wrong with that; in fact, your forgiving heart is beautiful. But you must also protect yourself, too.
Stop Trying To Be ‘Less’ For Him
Because someone who loves you will never try to make you less.
Maybe This Is How We’re Supposed To End
And here I am, left
to pick up the pieces
to pretend I wasn’t tongue-tied, hopeful
for the kiss that wouldn’t come.
It’s Time To Let Yourself Be Loved
Stop keeping people at arm’s length, and forgiveness far from your heart. Stop thinking you don’t deserve to be light and happy and weightless again. Because you do, sweet thing. You do.
We All Have Demons We’re Running From
Isn’t it crazy that in this world of millions and millions of people, we’re all fighting invisible battles in our heads?
There Are No Mistakes In Love
Don’t look back and wish you could change parts of your past or erase time. Because time wasn’t lost, is never lost in loving.
I’m Not Complicated, I’m Just A Pisces
We are sometimes a lot to handle, but we are not complicated. We are sewn together with emotion and sensitivity, filled with heart and passion for the people and projects we take interest in. We love. We embrace. We open. We trust.
You Don’t Have To Be So Damn Strong All The Time
Yes, you can carry your burdens alone. But you don’t have to.
You Don’t Have To Face This Alone, I Am With You
You are not weak. You are not a burden. You are not alone
41 Things Girls Who Grew Up Playing Softball Know To Be True
Family goes beyond blood—those girls, those teammates, that bond—it’s for life.
You Are Beautiful, Even In Your Brokenness
You are never defined by your brokenness. And even in your lowest, most painful moments, you are beautiful, powerful, and strong.