“When I sit down to write I actually ask myself, 'Who do you want to be today?' ” — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“While 'Once upon a time' may be a great way to start a story, 'Here in the moment' is the best way… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“It's mind-boggling how many different worlds people live in on this one planet.” — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“The place where you continually return for love and acceptance—that's home.” — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Life is a bonfire where everyone else has brought marshmallows, and you—a stick.” — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
Happiness depends upon two things - pleasing God, and then pleasing yourself — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Choose altruism, because selfishism is a lonely, cold, dark hole.” — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“A sincere and warmly-expressed apology can produce the same effects as morphine on a suffering soul.” — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Rainy, gloomy, drab, sunless day. There are times when hope seems entirely clouded over, when looking for the blessings in your circumstances… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“If I expect nothing of you, it will be far easier to forgive your offenses than if I place my whole world… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“There is strength in numbers, yes, but even more so in collective good will. For those endeavors are supported by mighty forces… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Lies don't fit snugly into disguises. Eventually the cloak falls off and you're left staring at the naked truth which is always… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Gratitude is the real treasure God wants us to find, because it isn't the pot of gold but the rainbow that colors… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Isn’t it strange how a lamb can feel like a lion when comparing itself to a mouse, whereas a lion feels like… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Every now and then I sit and watch the sun rise to remind myself how it's done—peacefully, steadily, warmly, and in beautiful… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“This thing that troubles you is only one small part of your life. Don't allow it to be all-consuming when there's so… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“It's amusing to me that we refer to people who live in their heads as detached, disturbed, or mad, when reality for… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“ Suck it up! A foolish grumble of advice. Why would I want to suck it up? Why draw it in to… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“On Easter we wrap up pretty, little decorated eggs symbolizing life and renewal. We do this because of the intangibility of a… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“A little porch light from a distant farmhouse dimmed, feeling alone and unneeded until his smallest spark of illumination snuffed out entirely.… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Flames burn so long as they are fed. Rivers rage so long as it rains. The sun rises so long as the… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“I like bubbles in everything. I respect the power of silence. In cold or warm weather I favor a mug of hot… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Socially interacting with a storyteller can be a frustrating challenge because a portion of her awareness is constantly sorting through the details… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“The interruption did nothing but earn her a similar slap, as I’m sure she knew it would. Sometimes I wondered if my… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Pray each morning and each night. Talk to God and be polite. Tell Him what you're grateful for. Leave your troubles at… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“And what about your brother, Agus? Will he be entertaining us with his pipes?” “Agg,” Shanks rasped, wrinkling his nose. “I didn’t… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Patience isn't tested when it is self-imposed and the duration is self-regulated. Patience is hardly tested when the outcome means little to… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Gregory?” I called. I couldn’t help myself. It was irrational, but I was scared to see him run from me. He turned… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Abandoned. The word alone sends shudders down a sensitive spine, troubling the thoughts of pained souls as their hurt swells in ripples.… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Have you ever felt as if your dreams were more memorable, more alive, than what you knew to be reality? Have your… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Derian pulled the blanket snug around himself. “This is my added assurance.” Eena wrinkled her nose as if she thought his answer… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“ To Bury A Star " "I pulled a star from the darkest corner of night and hid it within my bosom.… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“The bitterest hardships, the most daunting trials; none of these are burdens if it means being with you.” — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Kindness is going out of your way to perform favors regarded as wonderful by the recipient.” — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Had life not given me reasons to grieve, I would never have known the healing power of a hug.” — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Enemies may unite to eliminate a common threat, but never without a wary eye fixed on their ally.” — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Every birthday celebrates a life because every life is important.” — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Truth is, I’m generally happiest when it’s just me. It’s okay to be madly in love with yourself.” — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“As ofttimes as it rains on my little spot of earth, you'd think I'd grow accustomed to the gloom.” — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Two powerful, little words I've learned to use when facing challenges, fears, and doubts— so what? ” — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“ Happily-ever-afters don't come in happily-every-days . They are found at the end of challenges-ever-met, promises-ever-kept, and tears-ever-wept.” — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Curiosity killed the cat, but not before teaching her that honey bees are not sweet, tweeting birds are slow to react, mice can serve… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“A session of boasting won't attract any real friends. It will set you up on a pedestal, however, making you a clearer target.” — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Memories of past. Heartaches of old. Courage of brass. Lessons of gold.” — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Mystery, why so attractive to me? You blind me with fear, place hope on my tongue, and with a cold kiss draw me forward.… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“It's amusing to me that we refer to people who live in their heads as detached, disturbed, or mad, when reality for anyone is… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Such a nasty bruise,” he says, staring straight into my eyes. I am stunned he can see it. Delicate to the touch and tender… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“You would think those who have endured unkindness would be kinder as a result, intent on sparing others the awful suffering they abhorred firsthand.” — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“While you judge me by my outward appearance I am silently doing the same to you, even though there's a ninety-percent chance that in… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
