The rhythm of a simple spirit

Recognition Each December just before the new year I choose a few things to focus on in the coming year. Here are a few for 2021 Recognition...in regards to myself. Acceptance, admission, appreciation, awareness I will be turning 58 in the spring and I am looking forward to it. I’ve never been one to shy away from birthdays and I don’t understand why people chase youth. Embrace the journey. The first four words in the thesaurus under recognition are: Accept..who I am now. Admit..not so much failures but imperfections...and be able to still accept who I am. Appreciate..who I am now and who and what I have in my life and be grateful. Awareness..of myself and the way in which I direct my steps. Lichen Which is quite random. There’s just something about lichen which I have always loved. It is described as a complex life form that is a symbiotic partnership of fungus and alga. It typically grows on rocks and trees near moss or in a shady spot. I like the colours and the texture and