I never knew how capable I was of dealing with problems. I never knew how deeply I could feel until life carved out the edges of my heart.

This waiting is uncomfortable This waiting takes forever

I made a commitment I believed anything is possible

Step by step aging is like mirror work With less resistance to acceptance

I reside with my inner trust always looking for inspiration like a well-worn stuffed animal

Choosy mothers choose jif Don’t let the door hit you on the way out Mind your manners Take a breath Random thoughts all mulling around...

I watched the documentary Becoming last night Michelle Obama’s new book She inspires me Her drive to keep on going In spite of the push...

I’ve been thinking about my childhood lately Which was out of control A mishmash Emotional and physical Fear, confusion and anger...

Courage 1, 2, 3 Jump Ready set go Start Chin up, eyes forward Walk With Determination Courage is found in my breath Determination is...

I grew up believing I was how others defined me. I relied on invisibility and compliance to stay safe. I grew up feeling remorse and...

Thinking of Angels by Shirley Riga Thinking about angels today Recalling 14 years ago No wings no halo He emerged as a survivor Of a...

Though a day late, I was moved to share this writing. We pray for earth’s renewal. We pray for continued growth, abundance and viable...

Hope is Surrender By Shirley Riga I learned something about myself last night I won’t use a shopping service ever again I care deeply for...

A simple photograph can feel like an explosion of my senses Catapulting me back 60 plus years Causing a reflection of my life from the...

Struggle with my Struggles by Shirley Riga I walk on the same street every day I awake to the same light as the day before I view the...

How to make a blessing from a recipe of love By Shirley Riga First, I need a large vessel of cooperation. I am present in the now and...

I had a blast on my birthday. My happiness meter hit a ten with all my birthday wishes, cards, emails and gifts. I was in such joy. I am...

The word came in a flash – “authenticity”. The word is my barometer to my thoughts, actions and beliefs. Authenticity holds the essence...