Tag Archives: safety

Cycle of Violence and Trump

Posted on November 13, 2016 by Carolyn Riker

The other day, I wrote an analogy to someone about Trump. I said something along the lines: Trump’s racism is likened to domestic violence, incest and sexual abuse. What happens behind millions of closed doors and kept silent because of shame, … Continue reading →

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The fire of our soul.

Posted on May 23, 2015 by Carolyn Riker

If I could sing you a lullaby, I would. If I could hold your hand and stay with you while the world kept spinning, I would. If I could give you a hug and nothing more, I would. If I … Continue reading →

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Leaves: Nature’s Prayer Flags.

Posted on May 16, 2015 by Carolyn Riker

In the beginning, I shared every dot and every swirl. I closed my eyes and let you see my view. I heard words in the wind, birds speak and the music of trees sing. You’d laugh and walk away. I’m not … Continue reading →

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I am an avocado. {poetry}

Posted on February 25, 2015 by Carolyn Riker

I believe when the avocado was birthed, all the gods and goddess cried. Not out of sadness but joy. The outer evergreen veil all bumpy, almost leathery; deep inside though, there is an innocence. The buttery smooth inner essence is … Continue reading →

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