Is it possible that the best thing about our relationship was the late night parking? Where shadows of something our hearts called love collided with vinyl seated orgasms. Or was it just easier to ignore the stop signs while we forged our fantasies. -Mandy Ricks
Maybe it feels like the world is in chaos, with a maniac at the helm yelling, “bring on the fire.” Maybe you feel like running away. But trust, calm will return, wrapped in your insight, and you will want to go home again. -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 love instead of desperation. -Mandy Ricks
I am looking for a lovely quiet place where I can listen to the silence. -Mandy Ricks
Writing can be hard for me, but I feel compelled to continue. To find thoughts that draw pictures and sentences that explain thoughts. To offer intrigue, comfort, and hope. To trigger memories. Maybe sometimes sadness and traumas. Because all of these make up and include life. Astounding and compelling life. The same life that we give thanks for. -Mandy Ricks
Listen to me or not, it matters little. I’m not trying to be wise. I’m a mere reflection of your dreams. -Mandy Ricks
Some days it’s hard to even breathe, to close your eyes, relax your heart, and take a deep breathe.
And it might feel like it won’t help at all but do it anyway. Because even if it only helps a little it’s worth it. Right? -Mandy Ricks
You are exactly where you’re supposed to be. Things will change when it’s time. -Mandy Ricks
It is in changing that we find purpose. – Mandy Ricks
It’s the season of giving. That time of year when we put our love in a box and dress it up with pretty paper and bows. But most of all don’t forget to to 30-second hug those who matter most. -Mandy Ricks
It’s a popular belief that 30 second hugs are the optimal amount of time to receive positive psychological benefits.
Remember: you’re worth it. -Mandy Ricks photo of Willow
Be proud of the ways you are younique. -Mandy Ricks
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