My Forward Looking Year
I remember age 20
Young, perky…powerful
In my mini dress
A man chased after me with his car
And continued on foot
I found it hilarious at first
Then scary how forceful he was
I wrapped a smile around my fears
And politely said
“No, I am not interested. Thank you.”
Vanessa Emeadi is a Media and Communications expert who has spent over a decade sharing her love for writing. Her short stories have been featured on platforms such as NaijaStories, BellaNaija, and Creating Freely magazine, among others. She is passionate about youth advocacy and community development, believing that every individual has something, big or small, to offer to make the world a better place. View more posts
Brazen with Vanessa