Category Archives: love

Picking Clothes: 1. Do I really like it? 2. Does it look good on me? 3. Am I comfortable wearing it? (will I take the subway with it?) 4. Is this my style? 5. Do I have something similar in my closet? Picking Men: 1. Do I really like him? 2. Do I like whoContinue reading “#Picky”

Bodega guy said: “Hola Mami! Que tal hoy Dia” I said: “Est-ce que je peux vous aider?” You see my Black ain’t Boriqua nor Dominicana My black is French and Nigeria That Lady said: “Oh my god, I love your hair” I grabbed her hand midway I said: “Don’t touch my hair” Or I’ll seeContinue reading “#Microagressions”

#BackAndForth in between Contentment and anxiety: The beautiful life I am living Pursuing my dreams Yet, the time I have wasted Trying to make the best of it- But won’t be able to reclaim My time. #BackAndForth in between being Divorced & being Free No kids, nor responsibilities I could hang out all night butContinue reading “#BackAndForth”

As if the slope wasn’t slippery enough You rubbed your body in Sweet Sandalwood And sat under the sun Warm and soft and buttery, Reflecting Browns and Blues Radiating sensuality You burst with light You move with soul And your sea salt caramel hue’ Sure set the tone My blood pressure Rises My heart beatContinue reading “#AndImWaiting”

#Sometimes I think of you, And I scroll down your timeline Just to see Who you be with Who you talk to What you up to Wondering if You think of me, still… #Sometimes ©️ Daphne Mia Essiet, 2017

Rarely harmful. Usually short-lived. Oftentimes memorable. #Infatuation is a funny thing: it creeps up on you and changes the narrative. It adds context to otherwise innocuous landscapes. #Infatuation is addictive: it nightly keeps you up and overrides the senses. It sips through your soul and intoxicates your entire being. #Infatuation is overwhelming: it indelibly stampsContinue reading “#Infatuation”

#WouldYouBeMyMango? Juicy and Sweet, The one bringing an extra edge The one I devour in one seating.   #WouldYouBeMyMango? Versatile and Nutritious The one perfectly pairing with spicy The one I blend in my smoothies   #WouldYouBeMyMango? Bright and Delicate The one satisfying my cravings My one Delight in the morning.   I can’t believeContinue reading “#WouldYouBeMyMango?”

1. A mind reader 2. A game player 3. A sharp talker 4. Taking any nonsense 5. Giving a third chance 6. Holding grudges 7. Bitter 8. Aloof 9. That confident 10. Longing for you no mo #TenThingsImNot ©️ Daphne Mia Essiet, 2017

I choose to believe that you Love me Yet circumstances made it seems differently. I want my Rancor towards you to fade #CauseISuspect your Toxic attitude Is only a cry for Attention I don’t expect you to understand me I lost that interest long time ago Neither expect your apologies #CauseISuspect your pride Won’t allow you to soothe my soul I’veContinue reading “#CauseISuspect”

No. You can’t love me the way I deserve to be loved But I’ll drink your magic until I’m back on my feet I’ll write poems, chant songs and tingle inside Passionately remembering – in the back of my mind – my furtive encounter with your #AlterEgo Compounded memories of our tongues intertwined fade whileContinue reading “#ForResearchPurposes”

I am Black, I am white & everything in between I am not asking for permission I am just being me And so what if I call myself black I’m simply stating the fact That the diaspora lives within me I am not confused Tho, you may be: Your attempt to project Failed miserably AgainstContinue reading “#CognitiveDissonance”

If only in my dreams The way I felt could be encapsulated into colors or sounds Savored and digested It’ll go a little something like this: You’re my #SoftSpot You make me want to draw orange curves, on my bare canvas Sprinkle confettis and sparkles So to convey the warmth and abundance of my fondnessContinue reading “#SoftSpot”

#IAmEnough Even when you don’t see me Nor acknowledge me #IAmEnough Even when I don’t fit in your Lack of creativity #IAmEnough Morning, day and night – And till the break of dawn #IAmEnough Surrendering to the rivers The lakes and oceans ••• And I can’t get enough Of the Love the Universe Bestowed uponContinue reading “#IAmEnough”

Visionary: a person with original ideas about what the future will or could be like.  #YoureAVisionary Cause of you little girls and boys  Of all shades and background Believed  #YoureAVisionary Cause you’ve changed the game Forever #YoureAVisionay Cause when I look at myself I see a beautiful and gifted Hard working and worthy Rainbow WomanContinue reading “#YoureAVisionary “

1. Cicadas in the summertime  2. My steps in fresh snow 3. Waves on the beach 4. Blowing bagpipes  5. Cats purring 6. Champagne bubbles 7. The friction of Cuíca 8. Silk between my fingers 9. Wooden wind chimes 10. Your whisper in my ear #TenSoundsILove ©️ Daphne Mia Essiet, 2016

I see you A seed was planted, while ago. Inclement weather and infertile ground made it hard, but it finally grew within me. #InTheBackOfMyMind I kept thinking: “What a beautiful tree”: I couldn’t wait to climb and “experience” it. I was so eager to eat the fruits, that as soon opportunity rose, I tasted oneContinue reading “#InTheBackOfMyMind”

I dreamt about you. How weird does it sound? I dreamt and you were here, and I should have told you then everything I’m too shy to #LetYouKnow when I’m awake. #LetYouKnow how I miss “it” #LetYouKnow it’s not the the same #LetYouKnow the void you left when “we” decided it was “best to part”.Continue reading “#LetYouKnow”

WTF is wrong with me? I am living the life. Like, for ReaL. Beautiful privileged existence, filled with perks and bliss, roses and gin and tonic. Amazing. Almost as extravagant as portrayed on social media – yet not as glamorous. But still… I can’t believe I’m writing about that ish. I can’t believe I’m aboutContinue reading “#MostTimes”

I like sours and bitters. Also salt and sweet. And you make me want to holler On my tongue “Salt and peppa” Here you are. Aint life amazing? Hendricks and tonic please Two lemons (mandatory) Music is like great Sex. inspires you. Gives you drive. Music. Love. Ain’t it the same ish*? Do I makeContinue reading “#Holla”

The thing is, I’m trying to convince myself that it all happens for a reason and that the feelings passing through my soul allow me to become who I am meant to be – and most of the time I accept that, cause that’s my belief. However, when motion slows down and dust settles aContinue reading “#Meanwhile”