Richelle E. Goodrich Quotes
Physical attractiveness is no indicator of an individual's beauty."from "The Beauty of Ugh
Live today facing forward—with your back on yesterday, your eyes on tomorrow, and your head and heart in the moment.
It's a waste of time worrying about something that worry won't fix. It's about as useful as trying to feed your pet rock.
God will win every contest in life, so stop trying to beat Him at his own game.
If the world appears abundant in smiles or overwhelmed by scowls, you might ask yourself if you're not to blame.
How often it is that we set ourselves in the high seat, judging others, not having read their book but merely having glimpsed the cover.
It's impossible to be involved in all situations, but there's no excuse not to be involved in something, somewhere, somehow, with someone. Make an ounce of difference.
You may think you've hit rock bottom in your life but guess what—there's more crud underneath those rocks.
My knight may not wear a coat of shining armor, but his code of glowing honor will never fail to protect us both from evils far worse than any fire-breathing dragon.
We always feel the brunt of the blow dealt to us, but hardly ever do we feel the impact we have on others. Why is that?
Most people don't accept that they are an influence either improving or damaging others.
You matter.You are important.There is a reason for your existence.You may not see or understand how this is true, but truth doesn't cease to be truth because of doubt, blindness, or ignor
Perfection is a paradigm meant to keep us striving and learning and growing. Like a wondrous sunset, perfection may be beyond our reach, but it is within our view and well worth seeking after.
A real treasure becomes such only after it's been desperately sought after.
Trust in the silent doers. It is far more difficult to put your dreams into action than into flowery words.
Time is an imp—a pesky, little, hellish troll that hastens the clock when I smile but then delays the passing of minutes when I frown.
Comparisons are like rigid fingers—eager to point at a subject but unwilling to grasp it.
The reality is that doing good unto others actually does more good for you.
Compassion only plagues those with hearts, much like a field of thorns only troubles those who bleed.
Happiness is seeing blessings in disguise, beauty under camouflage, and love amid conflict.
Life may dawdle along in minutes but don't be deceived, for it will sprint by in years before you even notice.
Boasting is one of those rare outfits that never looks good on you but makes you look stunning when modeled by your admirers.
Just knowing you're not alone is often enough to kindle hope amid tragic circumstances.
Kisses are a means to plant on another's lips a smile glossed with happiness.
When problems beat upon you like a raging storm, search for the eye. You might not be able to avoid misfortunes, but you can find the calmest spot within them.
One thing I've learned is that in the midst of your darkest moments of tribulation, there is no such thing as mass friends.
Beauty that pleases the eye is a frail, fleeting illusion. But that beauty capable of pleasing the heart can endure endlessly.
Love grows and wanes, but honor, duty, and commitment, those things are constant and stable. They define who you are.
No misery compares to staring at a clear night's sky with arms stretched toward a coveted star, wishing on what is forever out of reach.
Nature awakens each day in brilliant autumn colors, making me wish the pale winter would bid adieu.
Hindsight is always easier than the dreadful moment of decision.
Conundrum: A fun word to repeat over and over again when no one's listening. Actual meaning is as puzzling as the need to chant the word.
Wanting help, I reached out to serve. Seeking happiness, I smiled and offered comfort. Yearning for love, I showed love. And now I understand. My life was never about me, it was always about you.
True love takes time. It’s an earned comfort that tells you she’ll be right there beside you no matter what you do, not necessarily happy with your every action, but faithful to you just the same.
Happiness doesn't always come in pink. Learn to appreciate the rainbow.
I love the magic of a hot bath, how time pauses and every grievance melts away.
Mother nature changes her looks for the same reason any woman changes her looks—to be noticed.
True love is a developed and intense appreciation for someone. It’s that perfect awareness that you are finally whole when she’s with you, and that hollow incompleteness you suffer when she’s gone.
Life is a love story, with every character yearning for permanent refuge in someone's heart.
Do it again.Play it again. Sing it again. Read it again. Write it again. Sketch it again. Rehearse it again. Run it again. Try it
To laugh continually is to never laugh at all. For it takes the periodic sound of sorrow from which to distinguish the sound of joy.
As I quietly stare off into space, eyes glazed over and brow thoughtfully taut, know that I am going about my business. I am a storyteller. Daydreaming is the best part of my job.
One of the most effective things you will ever do in life, whether you care to or not, is set an example.
Happiness depends upon two things—pleasing God, and then pleasing yourself.
Be not wishing and pining but thankfully content. For it is a short bridge between wanting and regret."- from "Dimpellumpzki
Love tickles parts of you that, prior to its influence, you didn't even know could feel.