A True Story

I first started writing poetry religiously around the age of 12 or 13. I used it as an escape; a way to deal with teenage angst through a healthy form of expression. For a large part of my life, and in parts even today, I felt powerless but when I wrote, the things I felt…

War… what is it good for?

I won't like to call it a war; it sounds too medieval, but so is knowing that women are to this day unable to access education. Are still being blamed for rape and assault because of "seduction", cause our knees showed, or a shoulder, or because some creep couldn't control the sick thoughts mulling over.…

Girls Should be Seen Not Heard

For those who have been with me for quite some time, you might remember a series I did called Girls Should be Seen Not Heard. Well, good news 🙂 The book is here! Here's a back story to why I chose this particular title. When I was in school, I'd hear this statement used a…

International Women’s Day

See my previous post to read the rest of this piece. Happy International Women's Day 💕

International Women’s Day

Inside every woman is a warrior Never asleep, never dormant. The strength that she possesses can be likened to the energy of a supernova, Every person that she meets becomes transformed forever. Radiant beauty from within, No man can ever completely explain, Almost as though once struck by her splendor all senses diminish, Taking the…