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Sunrise over a quiet lake with a beagle named Sonny walking through a peaceful grassy field beneath golden morning light.

The Quiet Gift – A Poem by David Ritter

May 7, 2026 rittersrhymeandreason Featured Poetry Collection Leave a comment

“The Quiet Gift” is a reflective poem by David Ritter about the peace that cannot be bought or forced. Rooted in faith, recovery, surrender, and spiritual growth, this poem explores the quiet strength found in letting go and reconnecting with God.

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Man walking alone on a peaceful forest path with sunlight ahead symbolizing faith, hope, and moving forward one day at a time

One Day at a Time – A Poem by David Ritter

March 19, 2026 rittersrhymeandreason Life Experience Poems, Spiritual Poems Leave a comment

One Day at a Time is a faith-filled poem about letting go of regret, facing the unknown future, and finding peace in the present moment. It encourages taking life one step at a time with trust, hope, and perseverance.

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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

We often hear the phrase “thoughts and prayers,” but I’ve found it easy to say and

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David Ritter at sunset in Munising, Michigan, arms outstretched over Lake Superior — symbolizing hope, faith, and new beginnings from his poem A New Way of Life.

A New Way of Life – A Poem by David Ritter

November 14, 2024 rittersrhymeandreason Addiction & Recovery Poems Leave a comment

A heartfelt recovery poem by David Ritter about surrender, faith, and healing. A New Way of Life celebrates the peace found in recovery and the strength of walking with God.

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Man riding a motorcycle down an open road under cloudy skies, symbolizing freedom, reflection, and life’s journey — header image for the poem “Enjoy the Ride.”

Enjoy the Ride – A Poem by David Ritter

December 27, 2020 rittersrhymeandreason Holiday Poems One comment

“Enjoy the Ride” is a reflective New Year poem about growth, gratitude, faith, and sobriety. With honesty and heart, David Ritter captures the lessons of the past year and the hope of moving forward with strength and appreciation.

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A man walking through tall green grass with arms open, symbolizing freedom and recovery.

Sober For A Year – A Poem By David Ritter

July 13, 2020 rittersrhymeandreason Addiction & Recovery Poems 4 comments

A powerful and heartfelt poem celebrating one year of sobriety, reflecting on courage, faith, support, and the journey toward healing and new beginnings.

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David Ritter smiling near the Mackinac Bridge in Michigan wearing a Ritter’s Rhyme & Reason shirt.

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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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