recognition or affirmation that a person or their feelings or opinions are valid or worthwhile.

I have so many mixed feelings about this word. A huge part of me doesn’t need or seek that ULTIMATE EGO recognition. Maybe because I’ve rarely experienced it.

Then, there is another part of me that CRAVES to be acknowledged as a worthwhile person with feelings and opinions and work that can be taken seriously.

My work/research has just been validated by someone for whom I have total respect.

And I don’t quite know how to react :o(

I’d go and play tennis on the back lawn if only it wasn’t pouring with rain. And if only I had racket/net/ball. And if only I wasn’t so bloody, completely, hopelessly RUBBISH at it. Heyho!