Ada Rizzo (Prepared Angela Kosta)
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Ada Rizzo
Ada Rizzo was born in Sicily (Italy) in 1960. She is writer, poet, translator,counselor, amateur journalist.
In 2021, she published her first novel with a strong autobiographical tone titled “Volevo il tacco dodici
In 2022, she published her second novel “Iris Ali di Vetro,” which addresses the delicate topic of eating disorders (ED).
In 2023, she published her third novel “Novanta battiti al minuto”, a true story that tackles the sensitive issue of heart transplantation, for which she received the Jury Prize at the International Literary Art Award Cygnus Aureus 2024.
In 2024, she published "Ventiquattro Carati," which addresses the issue of gender violence; a work that was awarded with four International recognitions.
Other Awards: “International Award for Peace and Human Rights Defense Italy 2023” , the “Civic Merit Award for Solidarity and Inclusion of People with Disabilities 2023”, "Solidarity Award for Art and Civic Engagement 2024", “Reconocimiento Internacional Mujer Destacada 2024” for her dedication to art, culture, peace, and social justice in the world. -“Certificate of International Recognition LETTER OF PEACE” award given to her for literary contribution to the International promotion of Culture, human rights and Peace. - "International Literature Language Journal", "Art and Literature Certificate 2024", awards granted in America for her cultural contribution to Art and Literature on an international level.
- Award “Best Influential Personality of 2024"
- “Humanist Certificate”
- “International Forum for Creativity“.
- Diploma of Honor from the International Forum for Creativity and Humanity
- International Award "Culture Without Borders 2025"
-Ambassador of IFCH
-The Raft of Dreams Literary Magazine
In 2024 she participated to the anthology “Art without Borders”. Her piece "Nel silenzio del mondo" is part of this anthology.
Her poems on gender-based violence and the others on Peace and human rights have been translated into several languages and included in various literary journals and international poetry anthologies both print and digital.
MAMA AFRICA
Every dawn, the day unfolds,
an embrace of life and a sky that reveals
the richness of little things.
Light and darkness, a suspended rhythm,
time stretches, bends, dances.
Humanity that lives and rises.
Happy with little, it moves forward, loves,
the beauty in gesture, in the constant smile,
in every glance, an entire universe.
Your vibrant soul is warmth and poetry,
an ancient song of freedom that enchants and ignites.
It teaches to live in the present,
to dance with the wind, embracing fate,
to find in every moment an enveloping sense,
to discover that true wealth lies in the journey,
in every instant, it is here and now.
MY DAUGHTER
My daughter,
I don't have much to give you... only unconditional love.
We are travelers on the roads of choices,
the love for yourself will be the key to opening new doors.
Your happiness is not a role to play,
it's not in a heart, it's not in a name,
it's in the smile you learn to cultivate,
in the way you can shine, in your sweet form.
If a partner makes you suffer, leaves you alone,
remember that true companionship is that reflection you see in the mirror,
you are your own home, your only kingdom, refuge,
you are enough, and you can take care of yourself like no one else can.
You will learn to mix sweetness and flour,
to dance with flavors, to play with colors,
because every gesture can become poetry.
Every day that passes,
new passions and loves will inhabit the pages of your life.
Be wonderfully imperfect, unique,
do not be afraid to make mistakes, do not fear failure,
for every mistake hides a seed of strength.
Grow among the clouds, learn to bloom,
accept that bonds can break, but the soul is eternal,
be true to your dreams, to what surrounds you, to your soul
because true betrayal is betraying yourself.
Sometimes you won’t be able to forgive, sometimes you will hate,
but indifference will be the armor that envelops your fragility
until you open up to a new love.
My daughter, make mistakes, live, take the colors of life,
stretch a rainbow with the gentle touch of your soul,
and each day will be a hymn to life.
TO BECOME CHILDREN
It is not by bowing down that we can reach them;
we must rise to touch the light that radiates from our little masters,
wise in a pure knowledge that only the heart can reveal.
They live in the here and now;
Their life is a dance,
a game in which the soul gets lost,
time becomes a silent friend.
Never trust children!
They speak of great truths,
they tell fearlessly, with an innocence that disarms,
they reveal phrases that tear the veil of our adult, confused world.
They look beyond appearances,
they value the invisible,
they seek the beauty of small things.
In their eyes, there is an entire universe,
an explosion of possibilities.
They have the courage of imagination,
they desire the impossible,
they dream the unimaginable,
while we, busy adults,
forget the needs
that we have set aside over time.
Children have no boundaries; they do not know malice; they love.
Their fervor illuminates the darkness.
They are galaxies of little stars
contained in miniature bodies.
Their emotions, their thoughts
often escape our radars as adults, lost in the mazes of reason.
Children dance upon the wonders of the world;
they are a spark of eternity that lights us up,
a vibrant sea where wonder reigns.
Children are a surprise, a gift,
a great mystery that remains hidden…
until we return to essence,
to rediscover the magic of what we once were,
and still can be…
It takes a lifetime to become children.
Prepared Angela Kosta
