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Ritters Rhyme and Reason

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Born and raised in Flint, Michigan, David Ritter is a committed Christian and a recovering alcoholic. His experiences and faith deeply influence his writing. Additionally, he writes about family dynamics and current events, reflecting on how these elements shape human experiences. In his leisure time, David enjoys shooting pool and following high school basketball, activities that offer him relaxation and joy.
Vintage childhood photo of David Ritter used as the header for the poem Yesterday’s Song.

Yesterday’s Song – A Poem by David Ritter

November 15, 2025 rittersrhymeandreason Life Experience Poems Leave a comment

A nostalgic reflection on childhood memories, youthful wonder, and the moments that shaped us. “Yesterday’s Song” invites readers to revisit the days that still sing in the heart.

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Woman walking with umbrella on a rainy street representing endurance and emotional strength

Keep Going – A Poem by David Ritter

November 10, 2025 rittersrhymeandreason Featured Poetry Collection, Life Experience Poems Leave a comment

A heartfelt poem about finding strength in struggle and continuing forward even when the world feels heavy.

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David Ritter holding framed prints of his poetry from the Gone series — Gone Fishing, Gone Hunting, and other heartfelt memorial poems that comfort families worldwide.

The Story Behind the Gone Poems

October 13, 2025 rittersrhymeandreason Stories from the Heart Leave a comment

The Story Behind the Gone Poems Poetry has a way of saying what our hearts can’t.

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Sunrise above the clouds — a peaceful golden sky symbolizing Heaven, hope, and comfort after loss.

Waiting for heaven – A poem by David Ritter

September 9, 2025 rittersrhymeandreason Grief Poems Leave a comment

A touching Christian poem by David Ritter about faith, loss, and the promise of Heaven — where love and hope live on forever.

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Sunlight streaming through a forest path — symbolizing recovery, peace, and new beginnings.

Another Year Today – A poem by David Ritter

July 13, 2025 rittersrhymeandreason Addiction & Recovery Poems, Featured Poetry Collection Leave a comment

A heartfelt recovery poem by David Ritter celebrating faith, progress, and another year of sobriety — one day, and one step, at a time.

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Man walking through a glowing field at sunset — symbolizing faith, healing, and learning to look up again.

Looking Up – A Poem by David Ritter

July 12, 2025 rittersrhymeandreason Addiction & Recovery Poems, Spiritual Poems Leave a comment

Looking Up There was a time I hung my head, No light within, my spirit dead.

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A young boy sits by the shore at sunset, reflecting on life — symbolic of growth, faith, and reflection in David Ritter’s poem Dear Younger Self.

Dear Younger Self – A Poem by David Ritter

June 28, 2025 rittersrhymeandreason Spiritual Poems Leave a comment

A heartfelt Christian poem encouraging faith, forgiveness, and growth. A message of grace from an older self to a younger heart — reminding us that peace begins when we let God’s love in.

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Wooden cross glowing at sunrise on a mountain peak, symbolizing redemption, resurrection, and God’s unfailing grace — inspired by David Ritter’s Easter poem Rise Again.

RISE AGAIN – A Poem by David Ritter

April 20, 2025 rittersrhymeandreason Holiday Poems Leave a comment

A redemptive Easter poem about grief, addiction, and spiritual renewal. Rise Again tells Joe’s story — a journey through pain and despair to the healing grace of God’s mercy.

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Woman sitting on a bench at sunrise — symbolic of reflection, faith, and peace in What Matters Remains by David Ritter.

What Matters Remains – A Poem by David Ritter

April 16, 2025 rittersrhymeandreason Life Experience Poems Leave a comment

A heartfelt Christian poem by David Ritter about aging with grace, finding peace through faith, and cherishing the simple moments that truly matter.

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Two well-used Bibles resting on a blanket — symbolizing faith, prayer, and reflection in The Prayer Book poem by David Ritter.

The Prayer Book – A Poem by David Ritter

April 6, 2025 rittersrhymeandreason Spiritual Poems Leave a comment

It’s easy to say “thoughts and prayers,” but when life gets busy, I sometimes forget to

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David Ritter with his dog Sonny beside the water.

David Ritter — Poet & Author

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Here you'll find poems born from life's trials and blessings. I hope they speak to your heart as they've spoken to mine.

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