Capricorn

As a Capricorn I am too hard on myself, lingering always on my shortcomings or the goals I’ve envisioned and let fall by the wayside. Nowadays though, easing into my late twenties, I’m becoming better at acknowledging and celebrating the mini victories. I’ve learned you have to,

because that appreciation will fuel further growth. So no, maybe I’m not travelling the country in my veggie-oil-powered van selling my abundant stock of artwork and most recently published books of poetry, yet, but I floss my teeth every night no longer smoke every night make time to thank the stars the moon the sun every night. I nurture the relationships around me the community around me and work hard to fill my ever-growing roll in it. I arrive fully present when I work with children women elders. I have made progress in developing my ability to use my voice. I’ve become a better listener for humans trees water and wind. I’ve learned to see each meal as a gift, a privilege, and to thank its journey to my table. I hold eye contact and smile even to those I’ve not yet met. I no longer judge anyone including myself based on external appearances or the challenges they face today or what they’ve lived through in the past. I no longer assume anything or expect anything. Instead I express gratitude appreciation unconditional love to those around me, to those everywhere who need it. Including myself.