Summer arrived in a ball of heat
and humidity.
People bask in the sun wishing for
a great tan, an icy drink, and a hot companion.
And it’s true, your summer wishes may come true,
But sometimes the sun shines too bright,
blinding us to things that aren’t gorgeous at all.
So, remember, stay on guard, and never jump first.-Mandy Ricks
Winter always feels like nature’s way of pressing pause, giving us time to reflect and recharge. In these quieter moments, I’ve discovered that the warmth of past adventures, heartfelt connections, and cherished memories bring a little sunshine to my snowy days. So even when the world outside is a blanket of white, I remind myself there’s always a bit of summer within me, waiting to shine through.
So, here we are, dare I say again, holding each other tight, perhaps in an effort to stop from falling apart.
But things do change, and maybe they will for us too. And then we can hold each other close, out of love instead of love instead of desperation. -Mandy Ricks
Do small things with great love.
Your place in my life has finally set me free to stop hating.
-Mandy Ricks
All of us have a piece of wild that lives in our soul.
Keep it.
Treasure it.
Love it.
Because it will protect you during war.
-Mandy Ricks
Give someone a complement and make their day. -Mandy Ricks
So, here we are, dare I say again, holding each other tight, perhaps in an effort to stop from falling apart.
But things do change, and maybe they will for us too. And then we can hold each other close out of love instead of desperation. -Mandy Ricks
Remember: you’re worth it. -Mandy Ricks photo of Willow
One day it hits you. Something is missing. Everything looks the same but as you lay in bed together you can feel the absence of the love that used to be tucked in around both of you. -Mandy Ricks
Despite all the people who go throughout our lives there’s usually only one who is “our person.” -Mandy Ricks
Love done right can change the world. -Mandy Ricks
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