Tag Archives: violence

My Skin Color was Born Privileged.

Posted on October 12, 2016 by Carolyn Riker

Many recently felt the insidious behaviors of an open, gashing universal sore. Acknowledging those visceral feels were and are so real. The ones that punch from afar; harnessed triggers of intimidation, manipulation, control, anger and threats. These are strategic distractions … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged abuse, anger, control, intimidation, manipulation, Native Americans, Presidential debates, Racism, Speak out, Systemic racial divide, threats, triggers, violence, vote | Leave a comment

A stand against racism.

Posted on December 8, 2015 by Carolyn Riker

Let’s stand strong. Hands touching the hearts against racism. We will NOT, and cannot be silenced. Voices of truth, over the malice of evil segregation. Let’s talk to each other. Keep the dialogues open. Even on days when we feel … Continue reading →

Posted in Let My Voice Be Heard | Tagged Allah, Amen, anti racism, Black Lives Matter, deomcracy, hatred, love, segregation, Shalom, violence, voices of truth | Leave a comment

No More Abuse.

Posted on August 20, 2015 by Carolyn Riker

I’ve seen one too many dear sweet friends bullied and discouraged. I’ve read their cries of pain. I feel my own. I believe what really disturbs me is how prevalent shaming, blaming, demeaning and accusatory some people can be. I … Continue reading →

Posted in Let My Voice Be Heard | Tagged abuse, blame, bullying, deceit, emotions, empowerment, heart, love, proactive, rape, shame, tears, violence | Leave a comment

Life & Dreams. {Prose}

Posted on June 10, 2015 by Carolyn Riker

I dreamt in words last night and couldn’t stop writing and this flowed out this morning: It takes time to trust. Not everyone is trustworthy. I wish I didn’t care so much, but I do. My sensitivity needs extra quiet … Continue reading →

Posted in Let My Voice Be Heard, Poem and Prose | Tagged difficulties, experience, hate, healing, lessons learned, life, love, soulfulness, trauma, treasures, violence, wisdom | 2 Comments

Will you stand by me?

Posted on April 25, 2015 by Carolyn Riker

I’m not avoiding. I’m incubating from a persistent ache that I can’t fully identify or understand. I’m exhausted by the labels society places on us. I can’t stand the condescending and diminishing of human suffering; it is generational. I often … Continue reading →

Posted in Let My Voice Be Heard | Tagged against labels, bigotry, change, fears, human suffering, ideals, justice, meditative prayer, Racism, violence, world suffering | Leave a comment

The closet-activist in me has been ignited.

Posted on March 9, 2015 by Carolyn Riker

Obvious truths are often ignored and underscored with a familiar idiom, “There’s an elephant in the room.” I am adding, it’s more likely a herd. During the last week, my newsfeed and article reads, have sent shockwaves throughout my system. … Continue reading →

Posted in Let My Voice Be Heard | Tagged activist, discrimination, elitism, injustice, Let My Voice Be Heard, minorities, prejudices, racisim, rage, rape, religion, sexism, violence | 3 Comments

Embracing all sides of our story.

Posted on February 25, 2015 by Carolyn Riker

The courage it takes to fully embrace all of ‘our story’ brings me to my knees of vulnerability. To bear witness of others doing the same, I bow at their sanctity. And once we start this epic journey, I just … Continue reading →

Posted in Let My Voice Be Heard | Tagged abuse, anxieties, brave, courage, fears, gifts, healing, joy, Let My Voice Be Heard, light and dark, love, peace and acceptance, real, sensitive, shadows, shame, violence, vulnerability, worries | 4 Comments