BLOOM
BLOOM One of the sunflowers from my allotment in full bloom Summer 2024 I wrote the passage below, early in 2024 to myself. I call these personal reflections, 'musings', where I articulate my thoughts with words. What often starts as questions, can cascade into revelations and insights. I intended to publish it, but I didn't get around to it, and it stayed in my drafts. I am posting now because- why not? Looking back, it was a very accurate observation and a lot has developed over the year. I move into 2025 with renewed vigour and purpose and still heading towards the journey of ‘blooming’. I intend to bloom, but when the time is right! This does not mean that I will shy away from challenge or growth, I continue to do both, but nothing with force. I move ahead with intuition and tenacity, coaching myself along the way. Feeling the failures and embracing the feedback. Sighing at the disappointments and rejoicing in the victories. I am more assured, that I can, and I w...
