Marisa Donnelly
Marisa is a writer, poet, & editor. She is the author of Somewhere On A Highway, a poetry collection on self-discovery, growth, love, loss and the challenges of becoming.
20 Weird Things That Inevitably Happen To Every Girl Who Kicks It With The Bros
You are the guinea pig of their tragic pickup lines and attempts at flirting. So for the love of God (and hope for all the females out there) help them figure out what to say and how to text.
13 Ridiculous (But Totally Legit) Life Lessons Middle School Teachers Learn From Their Students
5. Whatever you wear–boots and shorts, blue pants with a green shirt and a yellow shoes, a sweatshirt that hangs past your knees, a helmet and cape–rock it with confidence. (AKA: Swag)
50 Simple, Positive Things You Need To Do For Yourself After A Breakup
1. Get a haircut. A wow-you-look-amazing haircut to chop off the dead ends and start completely fresh.
This Is What Is Left When You Lose Someone You Love
I don’t know, exactly,
what it is I want to hear.
But I know I like
the sound of your voice,
the way you grab my chin, and pull
my face to yours, stare
into my eyes.
12 Legit Reasons You’ll Actually Miss Your Sh*tty College Apartment
It was the epitome of your pre-adulting phase.
Dear 20-Somethings: Get Your Sh*t Together Already!
I’m so tired of people saying “Oh, you’re only twenty-whatever. You’ll figure it out.” You’re damn right I will. But I’m not only twenty-whatever. I’m already twenty-whatever. The time is now.
14 Successful Women In Male-Dominated Fields Reveal Their Approach To Killing It At ‘A Man’s Job’
Kill them with competence.
From A Former College Athlete To The Next Generation Of The Team
Promise me one thing: that you will treasure this year. That when you feel the laces of the ball, that you will remember how they feel against your skin, the grit of the packed dirt, the worn edge of the seam.
19 Instagrams That Prove Channing Tatum And Jonah Hill Are BFF Goals
They’ll do just about anything for each other. (Like sticking their hands down each others’ throats).
15 Signs You’re A Woman Who Dresses For Herself And No One Else
You only have one rule for getting dressed.
And the rule is that there aren’t any.
10 Super Annoying Questions You Get When You Live In Your College Town After Graduation
“Wait, how old are you?”
15 Things You Need To Know Before Dating A College Athlete
We don’t really know how to dress for dates—do we rock the t-shirt and jeans (that’s basically dressing up since all we wear is sweats), or do we go all out since we always look like we’re headed to the gym?!! Unanswered questions.
21 Inspiring Quotes From Feminist Icon Adrienne Rich That Will Challenge Your Perspective On Life
“The connections between and among women are the most feared, the most problematic, and the most potentially transforming force on the planet.”
23 Hilarious Instagrams That Perfectly Reflect Just How Messed Up Our Dating Culture Is
“If my girl ever cheat on me, Ima just loosen all the bolts on her tires. Let’s see if you cheat death.”
12 Ways Athletes Love Differently
We won’t quit. On you, on the relationship, or in an argument.
Breaking Up Meant Saying Goodbye To The Home That Was Never Really Mine
It was you that taught me to love again. You, that gave me comfort within your walls. You that gave me both a place and a person to call home.
Bless Up: 12 Times DJ Khaled Inspired Us To Get Our Sh*t Together
When he rocked his ‘Another One’ sandals to remind us that there’s always another thing to be thankful for.
20 Reasons Why Your Dog Is All You Really Need After A Breakup
A built in, cost effective security system: No need for a man when you have a dog that will fend off any intruders, burglars, or unwanted exes. (Clutch.)