Rollicking

Definition: carefree and frolicsome; boisterous; gay and lively Quote: Work freely and rollickingly as though you were talking to a friend who loves you. — Brenda Ueland (1891-1985) American writer Comment: You can roll along at a leisurely pace or rollick along with the abandon of gravity. Either way look ahead to avoid little kids … Read more

Romantic

Definitions: (1) responsive to an imaginative or emotional appeal of what is heroic, adventurous, mysterious, or idealized; (2) loving and affectionate; (3) conducive to or suitable for a loving relationship Derivation: Originally, a “romance” was a long narrative in verse or prose, written in one of the Romance dialects about the adventures of knights and … Read more

Risible

Definitions: (1) able or inclined to laugh; (2) causing laughter; sunny; amusing; (3) rident <smiling, cheerful Saying: Laughter is the music of grace. Quotes: • At the height of laughter, the universe is flung into a kaleidoscope of new possibilities. — Jean Houston (1937 -) American spiritual teacher• If you’re going to be able to … Read more

Risk Taker

Definitions: (1) one willing to expose themselves to danger, ranging from minor challenge to major peril; promethean <especially creative, courageous, and innovative>; (2) venturesome Quote: The challenge is that the day before something is truly a breakthrough, it’s a crazy idea. And crazy ideas are very risky to attempt. — Peter H. Diamandis (1961-) American … Read more

Robust

Definition: having or exhibiting sound health or great strength; vigorous; hearty; solidly built; sturdy; muscular Derivation: Latin, “oak strength” Synonyms: hale, lusty Balancing Qualities: Farsighted, Quick-witted Quote: Whatever obstacle comes your way, you gotta be prepared to jump over it! And I think that’s what separates the legends from the regular artists. It’s all in … Read more

Right

Definitions: (1) in accordance with justice, law, or morality; upright; virtuous; righteous; (2) in agreement with fact, reason, or a set standard; conforming to truth; (3) correct in thought, statement, or action; (4) fitting or appropriate; suitable; most convenient or favorable; preferable; (5) normal <said of the mind>; sane <said of a person>; (6) having … Read more

RIGHTEOUS

Divine Definitions: (1) The Divine source of the correctness of truth; (2) The appropriate use of power; (3) Establishment and governance of moral principles; ethical rectitude; (4) The wise use of judgment; reasonable and fair; (5) Honorably noble Comment: A person with a righteous character co-ordinates facts, ideas, and ideals; then decides on what to … Read more

Rhythmic

Definitions: (1) the repetition of beat, sound, accent, or motion <usually occurring in a regular or harmonious pattern>; (2) having a sense of the pattern and flow Quotes:• Music creates order out of chaos: for rhythm imposes unanimity upon the divergent, melody imposes continuity upon the disjointed, and harmony imposes compatibility upon the incongruous. — … Read more

Rich

Definitions: (1) possessing abundant possessions <as material wealth, mental knowing, and/or spiritual worth>; (2) having high value or quality; (3) plentiful; ample; (4) elaborate; luxurious     See also: Prosperous Synonyms: affluent, copious, fruitful, luscious, precious, sumptuous Balancing Quality: Gratitude Quotes:• Let my soul smile through my heart and my heart smile through my eyes, that I … Read more

Reverent

Definition: feeling profound respect or expressing adoring veneration; worshipful Quotes:• Gratitude bestows reverence, allowing us to encounter everyday epiphanies, those transcendent moments of awe that change forever how we experience life and the world. — John Milton (1608-1674) English poet civil servant• Nature best teaches how to pray, and how to reverence all the gifts … Read more