I wrote this poem a lifetime ago and it’s still so relevant in my current life phase. Here’s a sneak peek into the mind of young Vanessa.
Continue reading “Hello August”When The Whispers Become One Voice
Her silence is heavy
Continue reading “When The Whispers Become One Voice”Walking Red
I experienced my first heartbreak as a child and everywhere I went my heart bled a little. I would spot dots of blood accompanying my steps but I never gave it a thought.
Continue reading “Walking Red”The Way Back Home (Part 1)
Bisi and her dad had just left an event and she was tired. She was grateful she didn’t have to drive home and felt lucky to have her dad with her.
Continue reading “The Way Back Home (Part 1)”The Great Plotter
Did I ever tell you the story of the great plotter, Vanessa?
The story goes thus;
Continue reading “The Great Plotter”Phoenix Rising
For so long I’ve surrounded myself with these voices…
Continue reading “Phoenix Rising”Rock-Bottom
Ode To The Suffragettes
Many times, I wonder about the reactions of parents whose daughter rebelled against gender roles.
Continue reading “Ode To The Suffragettes”ALL THE BAD GIRLS HAVE LANDED HUSBANDS
Folake, have you heard?
Dupe is getting married o! Dupe of BABEL Hostel, Baddest Babe Ever Liveth.
Continue reading “ALL THE BAD GIRLS HAVE LANDED HUSBANDS”In The Year Of Jendol
Do you remember that period in time, when Jendol was all the rave?
Continue reading “In The Year Of Jendol”
Brazen with Vanessa 