The Fork in the Road by David Ritter is an inspiring poem about faith, redemption, and new beginnings. It tells the story of choosing God’s light over darkness and finding peace by trusting His guidance through life’s crossroads.
Author: rittersrhymeandreason
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.
Sometimes I Forget – A Poem by David Ritter
A simple prayer of gratitude, Sometimes I Forget looks back on storms survived and the faithful love that carried a broken life toward hope.
What Am I to Do – A Poem by David Ritter
A heartfelt prayer written during a season of struggle, “What Am I to Do” captures one man’s cry to God for guidance, forgiveness, and renewal — a moving reflection of faith through hardship.
My Path to Recovery – A Poem by David Ritter
A heartfelt reflection on the struggles and blessings of sobriety, “My Path to Recovery” shares the courage, community, and faith that guide one toward lasting change.
You Used To- A Poem by David Ritter
A deeply moving poem of remembrance, “You Used To” captures the heartbreak of losing a child through alternating voices of mother and father. With tender recollection and aching simplicity, David Ritter reveals how memories of love endure even after life’s greatest loss.
The Beast – A Poem by David Ritter
A haunting and redemptive poem about addiction and faith. The Beast follows one man’s battle with alcoholism, his desperate fight for freedom, and the divine strength that finally silenced the monster within.
The Pursuit – A Poem by David Ritter
A reflective recovery poem by David Ritter that follows a personal journey from addiction to renewal — discovering that joy was never lost, only waiting to be found again.
Continued Prayers – A Poem by David Ritter
A heartfelt poem about doubt, desperation, and rediscovering faith through persistent prayer, even when God feels far away.
The Fight – A Poem by David Ritter
A powerful poem of surrender, redemption, and the loving grace that rescues us when we finally stop fighting alone.
Nobody Knows – A Poem by David Ritter
A heartfelt poem about silent battles, hidden pain, and the gentle grace of being held by God when no one else understands.