French Girl In Brooklyn

#TenObsessions (part1)

1. Public Speaking 2. Apple Cider Vinegar 3. Sparkling Waters 4. Ukulele 5. Understanding Processes 6. Coffee 7. Self-help/improvement books 8. Butters 9. Jean shirts & Jackets 10. My Feelings ©️ Daphne Mia Essiet, 2016

#TenThingsIBelieveIn (Part1)

1. The power of the Universe 2. Sisterhood 3. Homeostasis 4. Chemistry 5. Gravity 6. Consistency 7. That every person that cross our path has a specific purpose in our life 8. That we have a specific purpose in every life we cross path with 9. Intuitions 10. The power of your Kisses ©️ DaphneContinue reading “#TenThingsIBelieveIn (Part1)”

#TenThingsILove (Part1)

1. Watching girls pole dancing 2. Biochemistry 3. Music 4. Online shopping 5. Airports 6. Hendricks and Tonic, with three lemons 7. Bordeaux 8. Navettes from “Le Four Aux Navettes” 9. La Mer 10. Your lips on my neck #TenThingsILove ©️ Daphne Mia Essiet, 2016

#ToMyPrince

I immersed myself in the springs of your Love and emerged as [the] One. I then wrapped my temple in a cocoon made of rose petals and orchids – closed my eyes and surrendered – to the Universe. Dreamt of butterflies kissing my hands and collarbones, in a vast garden surrounded by birch trees. LaidContinue reading “#ToMyPrince”

#ThatNight

#ThatNight we wined so tight, the scent of your cologne mixed with mine. I drank your champagne tasting lips till inebriation, that state where inhibitions are dreams and Love forever stands. #ThatNight you indubitably got my full attention and reaped all the affection such passions engender. #ThatNight plausibly occurred because I asked *She* for Ecstasy.Continue reading “#ThatNight”

#Crush

I don’t know you like that, and it might be better that way… I can’t recall the sound of your voice from our last brief encounter – cause we barely spoke to each other, or looked at one another, but – I imagine it sweet – and soft – and warm – just likeContinue reading “#Crush”

#Crazy

#Crazy. Only when the pain you inflicted becomes so unbearable it pours over my pores. #Crazy. Only when my disarray morphes into a palpable spell. #Crazy. Only when channelling my thoughts has become challenging. #Crazy. Only when my soul finally reaches Freedom. #Crazy. Only when containment is no longer an option.Continue reading “#Crazy”

#MakeMeFeelLike

Carry me around through these doors and #MakeMeFeelLike You’ve been waiting for it all along. Cause it’s been a while since… #MakeMeFeelLike you’ve been waiting for It. All this time; and you were longing for it. For real, fo real… #MakeMeFeelLike you’ve been dreaming about it #MakeMeFeelLike you putting your best work…Continue reading “#MakeMeFeelLike “

#Freewill

*Always. Wherever I fly – you are * on my mind. Whatever I feel * transpires through my eyes. Whenever I float – I can’t get enough of what my mind has created. But – at least – deep down- i grasp – it ain’t real. *Ever. Simply because there may not * beContinue reading “#Freewill”

#TenThingsImGettingOffendedBy Part1

1. Unsalted butter 2. Cold red wine 3. Warm Champagne 4. Bad coffee 5. Fat free milk 6. American cheese 7. Overcooked meat 8. Flat Perrier 9. Loud Music 10. You – not texting me no mo’ #TenThingsImGettingOffendedBy ©️ Daphne Mia Essiet, 2016

#OnLoveAndLustAndEverythingInBetween – part4

There is something very humbling about being rejected by someone whom you really like. Humbling because after the initial shock, it forces you to think about the reasons why it hurts so much. Humbling because if forces you to decide whether you will allow this pain to morph into compassion or anger – towards yourselfContinue reading “#OnLoveAndLustAndEverythingInBetween – part4”

#JustDont

Appearances are somehow misleading. Most times… What seems great, perfect, enticing, greener on the other side… Is in fact completely rotten. Somehow, the smell does not bother your asepticized noses, probably because you have been acclimatized to it. Little by little. One passive aggressiveness after the other. F*** That. Somehow, you feel uncomfortable but youContinue reading “#JustDont”

#TheBuzz

Drafted Friday while watching Brandee Younger (Harp), Dezron Douglas (Bass) & David Bryant (piano) playing at #TheWestVillageSeries’ @ Cheikh’s. Edited at 3am Saturday morning, up from drinking so much Champagne. I tip the glass to my lips, Allow the champagne to burn my tongue, Then, flow down my throat Liquid gold – I’m gone. I closeContinue reading “#TheBuzz”

#iSurrender

#iSurrender. To the Water, The Wind and the Sun. The Water. I drown deep and let my fears roll down my face. I exhale to the surface to catch my breath, inhale and drown time and time, ’til I can be myself again… #iSurrender. To the Water, The Wind and the Sun. The Wind. InfiltratesContinue reading “#iSurrender”

#LetIt

I accumulate love bits around me and I #LetIt grow, grow, grow. And l will #LetIt burst if you touch my heart and #LetIt flow, flow, flow. I’ll share it all, with you, naked, no games. I’ll give it all to you. Straight up, no lies. I’ll empty my bliss, so you can feel itContinue reading “#LetIt”

#SmallTalk

In any capacity, the type of bonding(s) we are able to generate makes all the difference. From atoms to people, it undoubtedly dictates its architecture, in terms of aesthetics and functionality, hence the strength and length of any relationships. About #SmallTalk… I recently realized that I really- really – really despise it. I do tolerateContinue reading “#SmallTalk”

#ExesBeLike

#ExesBeLike: Sup’ girl #ExesBeLike: How’s your man/bf/husband? #ExesBeLike: “like” your IG/fb pics *all of a sudden* #ExesBeLike: you lookin’ good gurl… #ExesBeLike: I messed up… #ExesBeLike: I *still* miss you. #ExesBeLike: I’m sorry… #ExesBeLike: are you in town? #MeBeLike: I is good, I’m divorced, hmm…. thanks: trying to keep it fresh, I know, What amContinue reading “#ExesBeLike”

#AtTime

#AtTime, there is a definite disconnect between the person I know I am, and the way I feel about myself. Let me reiterate: I get insecure. #AtTime. But I am not completely sure why. Pragmatically, I have nothing to complain about, I guess… Of course there will always be a Better-Looking-Smarter-Tighter-Booty-More-Accomplished-Talented-Perfect-Skin-Perfect-Teeth-Perfect-Fro-Perfect-Diet-Goes-To-The-Gym-On-A-Regular-Basis-Drinks-One-Gallon-Of-Water-A-Day-Has-That-Flawless-Fashion-Sense-Eloquent-Just-Got-Her-PHD-Chick, ya know… you feelContinue reading “#AtTime”

#TormentIsGoodForSales

Inebriated… I want to feel the way I feel when I’m in falling… You know? When I’m falling for someone. I want to be up all night and not be tired in the morning because of the thrill. I want to forget to eat because my stomach feels as full as if the contentContinue reading “#TormentIsGoodForSales”

#MergingIntoMyself

I long to be Free. Free from my fears. Free from the imaginary boundaries I inflicted mySelf. I long to be mySelf. The woman I’ve always meant to be. Phenomenal woman, that’s Me. The one who will own her flaws and recognize them as the most enticing part of who she is. The one whoContinue reading “#MergingIntoMyself”