“The real beauty of a woman is most clearly seen in the smiles of those who interact with her.” — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Some say freedom is a gift placed in our hands by our forefathers. Some say freedom is a human right that none… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“The fact is, the man who’d begotten me didn’t want me. In his eyes I should never have been born. And perhaps… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Dragons are a manifestation of things we fear. More often than not, those fears prove to be just as daunting and just… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“I wear my wrinkles like battle scars, having earned every last one slaying life’s dragons. They boast of my victories and some… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Be loved for who you are, for everything that constitutes you. Be loved for your core beliefs, your strengths and weaknesses, your… — 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
“Hope can be as fragile as butterfly wings, so when someone shares with you their beautiful hopes, handle them as delicately and… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“On a grim and dismal day that shattered my last ounce of confidence, I broke down and whimpered, “I’m awful and hideous… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“If I were to sit on the ocean floor and look toward the sky, I might see a whale or electric eel… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“The effects of loss are acute, and unique to each individual. Not everyone mourns in the same way, but everyone mourns.” — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Comparisons are like rigid fingers—eager to point at a subject but unwilling to grasp it.” — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“I shall ne'er chase rainbows again, Knowing no pot o' gold awaits at the end. My Irish treasure is not there. For… — 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
“Pride is not your friend. He would have you think he is, that he affords you strength and courage, but in truth… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“You need tell me nothing; I already know your heart. Through your simplest choices you've given yourself away.” — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“No matter how loud the sirens or how numerous the hazard signs, we all touch the flames at least once to prove… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Shhh, Eena, it’s going to be okay. I promise, you’ll get through this.” She didn’t fight him, but grabbed onto his shirt,… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Happiness isn't complicated. It is a humble state of gratitude for simple pleasures, tender mercies, recognized blessings, and inherent beauty.” — 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
“It is said that you can't write without a reader. The opposite holds true as well; you can't read without a writer.… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“I finally figured out the big, elusive secret to weight loss. Don't eat! Who knew?” — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“It's been a harsh fight. You've been pummeled and knocked down. Your body aches, flesh torn and bruised. Your eyes can hardly… — Richelle E. Goodrich Copy Share Image
“Easter is the miracle of transformation as seen in the change of seasons, in the maturation of mortal persons, and in the… — 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
