“So you had a bad day. Kick it aside and be grateful for one less bad day to pass through.” — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Imagine the greatness this world would know if kindness were as contagious and enduring as the common cold.” — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Mirror, mirror on the wall, I have placed you in my hall Where I wander every day. Echo beauty, and you’ll stay.” — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Yes, love is a super power. It is the ultimate super power.” — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Take time to laugh, to talk, to hug, and to cry. These are the human relief valves.” — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Let the giggles fill your mouth because nothing tastes as sweet as laughter.” — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“The happiest adults are those who never buried old toys or abandoned imaginary friends.” — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“The spirit of Christmas is a sweet, internal peace that testifies of the power of kindness and charity.” — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Pain defines moments in the lives of all human beings. The trial is not the endurance of pain but the choices we… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“When my problems seem overwhelming and impossible to solve, I hold fast to these facts: God is real, He is right, and… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“If you think the most courageous and difficult thing you can do is stubbornly stand your ground, try graciously giving in.” — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Mind what you say, but mind more closely what you do. For though children close their ears to you, their eyes remain… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Vengeance would have us assault an enemy's pride to beat him down. But vengeance hides a dangerous truth, for a humbled foe… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“When thunderstorms roll in, you make a choice to either succumb with tears to the gloomy downpour, or smile and look for… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“You are here to make a difference, to either improve the world or worsen it. And whether or not you consciously choose… — 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… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“The most effective, lasting, compassionate form of teaching is through example. If you want to teach a child to write, write passionately.… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Fear confronted me, and I stood paralyzed. He seemed a formidable, abiding presence. Then a voice whispered, “Fear not.” Fear not, I… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“What would it be like to live as a butterfly, being admired by the world for your color and beauty and grace?… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“We never see the full picture. We cannot know a person’s life and challenges at a glimpse. We never hear the full… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“So you want to improve the world? Then do it. To the next person who crosses your path, say something kind, do… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“What we say doesn’t always paint an accurate picture of what we mean. Sometimes the result is sort of abstract, open to… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“I love when the sun plays hide-n-seek for a few days because its invisibility often goes unnoticed. The world seems content that… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Fear never scaled one mountain, never stepped up on a stage, never accepted a challenge, never tilled new ground, never walked in… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Thank you,” I managed to say. Replying with a nod, he approached my horse. “Here, let me help you—” I slipped down… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“They went back to scooping up breakfast, licking the mess off their fingers. Soon the pile of berry mush was gone and… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“The world seems to want us to be sad and angry because bad things frequently happen. But I say we should feel… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Death lurks in the shadows, just out of view. Now and then I see his reaching hand, uncertain of the blurry image… — 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… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“I once dreamt that the man in the moon took an interest in me and reflected the sun’s light directly in my… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Love is an afternoon of fishing when I'd sooner be at the ballet. Love is eating burnt toast and lumpy graving with… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Stubbornness is a weapon. People tend to draw it out when a sensitive part of their identity is threatened—be it dignity, honor,… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Dress yourself in the silks of benevolence because kindness makes you beautiful.” — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“It's too bad we're not all teddy bears. More stuffing would only make us cuter and cuddlier.” — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Oh so simple, and yet oh so mighty are acts of human kindness.” — 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
“You made a choice—a single choice. How neat to think you may have opened the door to a wondrous future without knowing.” — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“The key to valuing something is to lose it and then realize how rare it was—after which you pray like mad to regain what… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Rather than critique people, try admiring God’s creative handiwork.” — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
