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.

23 Mother-Daughter Arguments That Anyone With A Rebellious Streak Can Totally Relate To

When you wanted to wear that skimpy crop top or cheeky bikini that made you look wayyyy older than your age.

I Am Homesick For You, And We Haven’t Even Met Yet

I am homesick for the way you will love me, innocently yet recklessly, gently yet deeply.

20 Embarrassing Things That Happen In Every Girl’s Locker-Room

Twerking and/or some form of erotic (or just weird af) dancing.

Your Future Self Will Thank You For Taking So Many Pictures

Photographs are like time capsules that let you flit, for a second, between what was and what is.

Don’t Tell Me You Love Me

Not when we’re quiet and tangled in bed sheets, not in the shadow of a porch light, and not in a silent car on the highway.

This Is How A Woman Gets A Man (According To Men)

“Make the first move. You’re the one approaching him?! That’s sexy. He’ll definitely be into you.”

A Simple, Beautiful Prayer To Turn Your Entire Day Around

Please help to calm my anxious heart. Fill me with confidence instead of fear, positive thoughts instead of nervousness, and your light instead of the darkness that is plaguing me.

I Don’t Want To Be The Bigger Person Today

No. I want to stick out my tongue like a child and roll my eyes when you speak. I want to call you out on your B.S. and shout your lies to the entire room.