What did I do yesterday?

Looked for the northern lights this a.m. but no luck at 4 a.m.  I was sound asleep on the front end of the possible window of viewing.  Told my PD buddy to take pics if his shift timing opened a view.  Will see if he got any.

Yesterday - walk.  Read White City.  Hope to finish it today.  Move on to 4th Quarter.  Think I will return Ben Franklin for now.  TX friend reassured me that the procedure sister #4 is having on Tuesday is done a million times a day...I will go with that thought.  

LA DC at 6:30 p.m. my time today.  Walk.  Read.  

A feeling that something important has been left undone has been nagging at you for some time and you would be a fool to ignore it any longer. Quiet your mind over the next 48 hours and listen to what your subconscious is trying to tell you.

Too many emotions could cause you to close off completely, dear Libra, as the moon continues its journey through sensitive Cancer and your solar tenth house. Your stress levels may elevate when Luna and Mars enter a harsh aspect, especially if you've felt romantically neglected or haven't had enough time for self-care. This cosmic climate also magnifies the internalized pressures that go along with maintaining responsibilities while reaching for more success, making it important that you separate your professional ambitions from your weekend activities. Don't be afraid to articulate your needs when the Nodes of Fate stir later tonight, but avoid pointing fingers.

Contact with friends who live or work far away could bring a string of new opportunities your way. You might also be thinking of taking a trip, perhaps to another country or by boat. An opportunity to attend a seminar of some kind could present itself, possibly through friends. A lot is happening, Libra, but try to stay focused. What happens today could be too important to let your mind become muddled.

I will go with the "quiet your mind".  Have a good Saturday.  

TGIF - early to bed, early to rise :)

No word yet from couple who sent me this heart...Will send a mother's day note.  Yesterday morning watched my Chicago shows from Wed night.  Great walk.  Met family friend and grandson for part of it.  Got email from one of my former school #1's bosses.  He and wife are off to Arizona.  Woke up to my 2024 Mother's Day book from son.  The Fourth Quarter of Life...Embracing What Matters Most. Intentionality is the key to successful fourth quarter living. People don't accidentally age gracefully. People don't accidentally die peacefully. And people don't accidentally leave behind legacies of hope, love, and encouragement. These all require the intentionality this book will help you develop. Love what I have read so far.  What a guy that son.  :)

Wandered from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.  Ran into my sixth grade teacher's daughter and her boyfriend on my walk.  Ran into my brother's best friend.  Walking and chatting.  PD buddy did an "elderly check".  He was sharing about his outing to Georgia to see an old college friend.  He loved it.  Talked about next steps.  He has 20 years at our PD and can take his pension and do another 20 at another department.  We will see where the next steps take him.  Reading my W&T.  Erik Larson is a good writer. 

No "late" night last night.  :)  We will hope that my word work reflects a full night's sleep.  :)

Stop worrying about what the future might bring and try living in the moment. Yesterday is over and tomorrow is beyond your powers to predict, but today is still very much in your hands, so be imaginative and handle it with love.

Be disciplined about all areas of your body, Libra. Take extra care to eat healthful, balanced meals. Make sure you get enough sleep. And even though you gripe about having no time, get out there and exercise. Don't wait for an emergency before you take action. You and you alone control how you feel. Your health is essential to your well-being, not to mention your life!

The universe offers healing and hope early this morning, dear Libra, thanks to a soft connection between the Gemini moon and Chiron. Let love and grace in under these cosmic conditions, finding beauty within and around you. Connect over meaningful conversations with those you love most when Mercury stirs mid-morning, delving into spiritual or philosophical topics as a chance to know your counterpart better. A forgetful energy takes hold this evening when Neptune becomes agitated, so be sure to check your schedule and to-do lists before zoning out for the day. You'll sense a shift tonight when the moon enters Cancer and the sector of your chart that governs success.

Cosmic sounds a lot like my Fourth Quarter book...  :)  Guess I better just let life happen. Past is past, future unknown, today is what is.  We will see what I do with that.  Interesting challenge for my worry wart self.  Have a good Friday.  

 

up and down day - LATE night :)

Great videos on two songs that came up in Lansing DC last night.  One of many reasons I was up LATE for me.  The Glass and That's What Friends Are For.     Had to share that Elton and I have aged a bit...  :)  I shared both with my TX friend currently in MX.  Mothers Day coming up, her daughter's wedding anniversary and 3 month anniversary of my friend's granddaughter death - all happening this weekend coming up.  

Listened to a Tim Ferris that was very interesting yesterday.  Back and forth with sister #1 who volunteered to work on the nametags for her class' reunion this summer...so since I have her yearbook handy at my house, I will become involved at some point.  What DID NOT happen 5 years ago when then had it - no one made an electronic copy of the pictures from the yearbook...just made paper copies of each yearbook picture page and then cut them up.  Oh well.  

Cancelled walk with family friend and grandson due to a storm that moved through in the a.m.  If only I had been patient...by our walk time it was fine and remained fine the rest of the day...  I will reach out this a.m. and see if they are game to walk today.  Nothing on my calendar today.  

Did watch Blue Bloods from last Friday and cleaned the apartment yesterday morning.  

You may be rational and reasonable by nature but not everyone shares your logical approach to life and one particular person is going out of their way to sow confusion. All you can do is put some distance between you – and a wall as well if possible!

Your romantic and spiritual sides shine through in a blaze of passion, dearest Libra, thanks to a sweet sextile between the Gemini moon and Mars. Connect to the fire within, surrounding yourself with those who are just as motivated and inspired to grow as you are. Remember that who you surround yourself with can impact your attitude, choosing positive vibes only. Exciting new developments could change the course of your romantic entanglements when the Nodes of Fate stir this evening, so be sure to keep an open heart. Just try not to overanalyze the situation when Saturn becomes agitated tonight.

There's some likelihood that your heart will flutter as certain plans begin to be realized. If you have your heart set on someone who seems impossibly remote, or you're hoping to transform and improve an existing love relationship, the day ahead will enable you to make strides toward this goal, but not without some mishaps. Be prepared to tackle a crisis or two, Libra!

Thursday ahead.  This week flew by.  Have a good day.  

Long wander yesterday

Sunny day yesterday.  Shoprite. Dishwasher. Clothes.  Left to meet family friend at 9:30 a.m. got home from walking at 12:30 p.m.  Beautiful walk.  Met friend at Community Center to vote on town budget.  Saw this a.m. that the vote was "NO".  Hmmm...not sure what is next.  Heard from sister #1's gentleman caller.  He got the pictures of his card.  And he enjoyed the Prof G TED I sent sister #1.  

Watching Blue Bloods from last Friday as we speak.  Today EOLD and Lansing.  Skill Share for Nervous System Support.  Will see if weather lets family friend and I get our walk in.  Yesterday we took the grandson to the town park as part of the post budget voting.  I think I got all I needed for sister #4's visit next week for her procedure.  Scares me but I can't figure out why people get "procedures" but I will support the best I can.  Next Tuesday and the day in the hospital will be a long day for me.  

You need to get serious about your long-term financial situation and with today’s new moon in the wealth area of your chart this is the perfect time to change your outlook on money and possessions and material things. But remember, there are many way to be rich.

You're well aware that your happiness in love doesn't depend on emotional promises alone. In order to attract your attention, anyone new in your life has to make some material offering as well. That's exactly what could happen today. You might receive a gift from someone who has been buzzing around you for some time. Smile, Libra. People are finally beginning to catch on.

Change will happen swiftly while propelling you toward new growth this morning, dearest Libra, as the empowering Taurus moon crosses Uranus and Jupiter. Lean into these vibes by cutting ties with whatever isn't serving you while committing further to situations and people that inspire an evolution of the spirit. Find your flow at work mid-afternoon when Neptune stirs, and tasks will seem to complete themselves. You'll feel elated and full of hope this evening when Luna enters Gemini, connecting you with the divine forces that swirl within and around you. Access your creative mind when Pluto activates tonight.

Heard from brother yesterday.  NC friend who had a stroke is not doing so well.  Brother wanted me to know that his home was open if I was headed their way.  They are off to Bermuda for their 40th wedding anniversary at the end of May for a week.  I will see if travel comes into my future.  

From my Daily Stoic...  And so must we, whether we’re born rich or poor, the simpler our lives the better. What we need is within us. Who we are has nothing to do with our stuff or what’s in our bank account. Certainly these material things are not the path to peace or happiness.  I think the world is getting my attention.  Let's see where it leads me.  

Have a good Wednesday.  

Lots of chatter at end of day... :)

Last stop on the road for TX friend on the way to Loreta MX by her and her husband.  Catavina.  They had a "dust devil" on the road that blew their Thule off their car...there is always an adventure on their travels back and forth.  Heard from son.  Now that he is back, he is thinking of taking advantage of gains on one of his lots.  We will see what he decides.  Heard from niece #1.  Talking about another story about her son.  I told her "mothering" never ends.  :)  Got the birthday card I sent to sister #1's gentleman caller returned to me...  I took pictures of it and sent it to the two of them.  I don't send many things in the mail but I guess if I do I need to work on my handwriting.  NE FL DC last night.  Smaller group than usual but very good discussion.  Good walk.  Dropped off TRUST.  Started May W&T Devil in the White City.  I read it a long time ago.  Enjoying it already this a.m.  Had to smile when I sent a former school #1 the Prof G TED talk link.  He had tag the same for watching earlier in the day.  Made my day.  Also watched the quarterly review.  

Listening to ELON as we speak.  

Realized that I did not watch last Friday's Blue Bloods.  Will do that after Sr Shopping and walk.  No CA DC on 1st Tuesday of the month - 2,3,4 yes.  We will see what else the day comes up with.  Warm day forecast.  80's by end of afternoon.  

You may be in the mood to shake things up and cause a few shockwaves but that approach could have a major downside over the next 24 hours. You need to remember that not everyone is as laidback and fun-loving as you. Sadly.

Love yourself while seeking transformation, dear Libra, taking serious steps toward your ultimate dreams as the Taurus moon and Venus unite. This comic climate offers empowerment while supercharging your manifestation skills, though it may be necessary to cut out dead ends so new growth can spring forth. Take your wellness journey into your own hands when Saturn stirs this evening, understanding how living healthily impacts your endurance and ability to charge ahead. The new moon rises tonight, opening the doors toward new commitments within your romantic life and business relationships, so don't hesitate to talk about your wants and needs.

 You just can't do everything at once, Libra. How do you expect to reduce your stress and recuperate while at the same time continue to be a superstar performer in every area of your life? Don't pressure yourself to perform today. If you do, you're likely to deplete your reserves even further. Take it easy, rest, and relax! You've earned this little break.

I guess I will try and just enjoy the day today. Lots of input yesterday, but I will stay in the step back and look for now.  Shoprite, walk, chores, BBs, read.  Have a good Tuesday. 

Sunday - Cinco de Mayo

Bridge to Unionville.  Part of my day on a couple of levels.  Race transport.  Walk.  Chatting with the lady who lives in the house I grew up in.  She finally mentioned again that the house might be close to be ready for me to take a walk through.  That would be quite a gift and I will hope for some notice so maybe I can get another family member in the area for the visit.  Fingers crossed.  

PD working the morning race so chatted a bit.  Took co worker and her husband back to their car.  They were happy with their time.  4th and 17th in their age groups, 54.24, 54.16, respectively.  30-35.  32.54 for fastest male.  38.33 for woman.

Back and forth with TX friend.  She will be coming up for sister #1's class reunion in July.  

Finished TRUST this a.m.  Will return it to library on my walk today.  FL DC tonight.  

Your sense of duty means you won’t abandon a friend or work colleague even if they have got themselves in the kind of situation you want nothing to do with. Mars in your opposite sign will give you the courage to speak up for them.

Issues of love and romance should be going well for you, Libra, and you'll find that regardless of where you are in your relationships, you're right where you need to be. There's an element of fantasy at work today that's making you much more susceptible to romantic dreams and ideas. The good news is that you have the power to put these dreams into motion. Manifest your wildest fantasies with a loved one tonight.

Developments within matters of the heart could lead you down new pathways, dearest Libra, as the moon continues its journey through Aries. You'll shift gears midafternoon once Luna migrates into Taurus, urging you to focus on the journey toward personal evolution and how your relationships impact your ability to grow. Reconnect with yourself this evening when Pluto stirs and consider if there are pieces of your identity that need reclaiming. Back up any commitments you've made by doing the work to see them through when the sun and Saturn align later tonight, bringing a responsible and efficient energy your way.

Will think about reclamation.  :)  Have a good Monday.  

Saturday Signs :)

Lots of input yesterday.  I am trying to put things in "a row" as to what and when.  Daily Stoic email gave me "8 Rules for a Better Life".  And news about the welcome to Detroit signs that came to town just in time to welcome son back.  :)

So listened to All In, Lansing DC - what a lovely group of people, talking to sister #4 as to how "odiferous" her shed was when she went to get her lawn furniture and selling info about my parents' across the street neighbors' house.  TX friend texted from her road trip with her husband for a Loreto MX vacation.  NC friend about the price of peaches.  :)  $5.99 a lb at Shoprite!  That led me to share about how I love their homemade peach ice cream.  And the high spot of my wander - hour long call from son ON HIS US phone number!!!  So good to hear from him.  I know being back is bittersweet but it helped me to find out how his passport/phone situation came about.  Passport was in a zipped pocket and same pocket as wallet and thought is it fell out when he took wallet out.  Phone - someone who he thought was with his group...said "phone died, can I use yours"...and off he and the phone took off.  Son is too trusting.  BUT father got him a new phone and as much stuff off "the cloud" as was possible.  Pictures gone, but so much back.  Good report.  But the question - now what?  We will see.  As to my wander - left the apt at 11:30 a.m. and got home at 3-ish.  Great walk.  Also had a hug from one of the PD and a chat with another as they did a full the boot at the entrance to our local mall for Special Olympics.  Looks like May 30 I will be on the route to see them run in the Torch Run.  :)  My buddy was out of town this weekend so I will see what the schedule is when he gets back.  

Today I am race transport for former school #1 co worker and her husband.  They own a fleet of Porsches and a "round town car - Lexus - and will be going back to their car in the MAZDA.  We have done this before and I think they are humored by being "with the people".  :)  

Rest of day - might be an umbrella walk.  Race is on my route to Unionville so I have to wait until course is cleared.  We will see how that goes.  Listening to Prof G with Josh Wolfe.  LOVE hearing his voice again.  It has been a long time since I have heard what JW is up to.  He mentioned Cloudflare so that makes me happy.  

The composed way you go about your business has been noted by people in positions of power and it won’t be long before you are rewarded in some way. Keep doing what you are doing and keep doing it well if you want to stand out from the crowd.

You'll be ruled by love as the moon continues its journey through passionate Aries, darling Libra, unleashing the romantic that resides within. Don't hesitate to give freely to those you adore, taking care to invest in those who embrace you with as much kindness and generosity. Imbalances within your dynamics will make themselves known when the Nodes of Fate stir mid-afternoon, and it may be necessary to pull back or adjust your own expectations. Plan on immersing yourself in a blissful night of self-care when the moon aligns with Mercury and Chiron, strengthening your sense of self through positive thinking and personal pampering.

You might feel as if you can't access your physical energy now, Libra. You may experience frustration when you try to engage in a sport. You don't feel as if things are clicking into place as easily as they should. This feeling is taking a toll on your sense of self. Don't get down on yourself for feeling this way. Accept the fact that there are good times and not so good times for doing certain things.

Things clicking into place as easily...I am trying to envision that "good times" timing!  :)  Have a good Sunday.