River
 
The river itself is a symbol of movement, vitality, spreading life across the landscape like an artery. The author was born and raised near such a full-flowing river, the Gauja. This part of his life journey is encapsulated in the beautiful "River" ring.
 
Childhood and youth were those incredible times when the author felt himself a part of the whole world, felt connected to it, and confident in its support. The grass tickled bare feet, the sun warmed with its rays, and the water kept him afloat, and there was no doubt that it was meant to be this way.
 
The most vivid memory that best captures the sensations of that time was rafting down the river with friends during the summer. The author felt carried by a higher force, obeying its flow, only occasionally steering with a homemade paddle, navigating small obstacles and rapids.
 
This ability to drift with the current relieved the burden of responsibility and the fear of the unknown, offering instead the chance to explore and discover new things, providing freedom, confidence, and the joy of adventure.
 
Who decides if that feeling in childhood was naivety or genuine trust in the world, opening up countless possibilities? When does the moment come when a child's trust is replaced by the fears and narrow-mindedness of an adult? And most importantly, why? How can we retain that trust in a higher power beyond our understanding?
 
The "River" ring is a magical reminder of childhood, bringing back trust in the world, restoring that sense of freedom, carefreeness, happiness, and confidence when the world was full of wonders and possibilities, and we were ready for any challenges, believing in our invincibility and strength.