0-60...and back :)

Interesting roller coaster type ups and down yesterday.  Shared with one of our local political leaders - second generation, like me, of town leaders of the 50's and 60's in our town.  I went from a bit scorched earth type sharing to see you Wednesday and my support of what she was doing.  I did not want to become the next "Marianne".  The town turmoil maker.  :)  Then I watched some of GHOST movie.  Patrick Swayze makes me cry again.  Now he is a soul lost too soon.  Hope to finish Heartwood today.  Quote from this a.m. - "can't forgive yourself, it is a conflict of interest".  :)   Walked to Unionville.  Sibling call.  Sister #1 is back home along in VA.  

Big storm was not so big.  Will see who got the brunt of it. Reopened the windows this a.m.  No rain this a.m., but great sound of wind.  Think I will be OK for walk today.  ZEN tonight.  

The more time you spend with a loved one who seems a bit depressed the more you will come to understand what is making them so miserable. It may be that a little sympathy from you is all they need to start loving life again.

The Cancer quarter moon challenges you throughout the day, dear Libra, aspecting Mars, the nodes of fate, Jupiter, Chiron, and Saturn. Though curveballs may cause you to tense up at first, be mindful to relax the body so your mind can think clearly. You'll conquer obstacles and impress peers when strategies are formed with a calm and collected demeanor. Let logic outweigh disappointment as you gradually climb your way to the top. A boost to your charisma makes it easier to appease those who might stand in your way once Venus enters your sign and opposes dreamy Neptune midafternoon. 

If you're in the mood for love, remember to be sensitive to your partner's needs and give lots of love in return. Don't forget that the old standbys of champagne and chocolate still work! Or a warm bubble bath - that's sure to relieve any tension.

The treat I have been thinking of of late is a store bought cake for my birthday this year.  I do love a overly frosted, too sweet cake...will see if this is the year I finally buy one for myself.  :)  I think of it often, buy it never.  I am very glad I am overbooked for the actual day.  :)  Will look back at my writing to see where I was this time last year.  Just a peek.  

Have a good "holiday" Monday.  

As I wandered

Stumbled on another MM book today as I passed through B&N on my wander Saturday.  And J CREW factory.  Never know what I will see as a walk around.  New MM book - Poems & Prayers.  Got a little teary in the store.  :)  Texted my PD buddy who lent me Greenlights to read.  He already bought the P&P and will pass it along when done.  

Watched All-In yesterday morning, read Heartwood, wandered.  Get my walk to Unionville in this a.m. and see what the weather brings this afternoon and evening.  Think my son's flight from ALT to home was delayed but only 30 minutes.  Hope I was tracking the correct flight.  

Venus, your ruler, moves into your birth sign this week, where it will remain until early next month. The most noticeable effect will be a more laidback approach to other people – yes, even those who constantly rub you up the wrong way.

Fantasies crumble and reality sets in, dear Libra, as the Cancer moon and Neptune square off. Rather than clinging to dreams that are unlikely to materialize, find strength in the idea of changing course. Your resilience grows as the hours pass, and you'll be reminded of how much power you truly have. When obstacles present themselves, devise a new way forward. Answers to what the future holds can be found in the present, thanks to an enlightening aspect between Luna and Mercury later this afternoon. Gather your resources, working with what you have to build yourself up. 

Did you celebrate last night? Happiness over a surprising turn of fortune is indicated, but so are a heavy head and hollow stomach from overindulging in food and drink! You probably would have indulged more if the conversation hadn't been so intriguing. Take it easy today if you can. If you have a hectic day ahead, stay centered. Getting flustered can exacerbate your pain.

No reason to worry about overindulgence in celebrations.  No overeating or drinking for me.  No worry about not taking it easy.  :)  Have a good Sunday.  

Nothing like Thursday into Friday

Tryin to review day to see if I spoke to anyone yesterday...Don't think so.  Watched Thursday's shows.  Dropped off Rose book at front end of my walk.  Did find out that there is a "meet the candidates" on Wednesday night so put that word out to people who might be interested.  Did see Cascade tabs had a $2 off digital coupon.  I have 5 tabs left, so 5 weeks, but I will take a look on Tuesday.  That is about as deep as I went yesterday.  :)  

Today - walk to Shoppes is the plan.  

The more time you spend with a loved one who seems a bit depressed the more you will come to understand what is making them so miserable. It may be that a little sympathy from you is all they need to start loving life again.

An influx of blessings and messages from beyond brings many thrills to your day, dearest Libra. As the Gemini moon aligns with the nodes of fate, sun, Chiron, Saturn, and Venus, prepare to be amazed. Your internal dialogue will sync up seamlessly with the world around you, bringing strange coincidences to your conversations and tasks. However, at times you may feel overstimulated by so much activity, and should take time to clear your thoughts as needed. Consider where the universe is directing you, and how it plays into larger goals. Outline a serious plan to manifest your dreams once Luna enters Cancer tonight.

Unexpected expenses, perhaps for house repairs, might require some budgetary juggling. You might have to rob Peter to pay Paul. This will probably offend your practicality, but it's only temporary. With your sound financial sense, you'll be able to balance your budget again soon. Your diet over the next few days may include a lot of peanut butter sandwiches.

I am ready to go with the influx of blessings, I am already on the PNB sandwiches regiment.  :)  I will see if any depressed reaches out.  Too much activity is not my issue.  I was intrigued by someone I reached out to who had spoken at one of the EOLD discussions in May returned my email I sent them in May - yesterday.  I am taking that as a universe direction.  

Have a good Saturday.  

Well that was a day...and a night.

This is the scene that greets you when you enter the place I used to work in NC.  It was front and center in my dream last night.  Got into bed at 6:45 p.m. last night and just now getting on my machine at 6:13 a.m. this morning.  I did finish my book that I spoke about yesterday...but many things in between got my attention. 

Yesterday I woke up too early but went through my read, coffee, write, breakfast routine, but then decided at 9-ish to get back in bed and read with the goal of finishing my latest book.  Next thing I know it was 11:29 a.m. and I sat back at my machine and realized that although nothing on my paper calendar, I had registered for a discussion at 11:30 a.m.  SO with camera off while I combed my hair and still in pajamas, I logged on.  Glad I did.  What to Say and What NOT to Say to Someone Grieving  The presenter did a good job and I will be sharing the slide stack with others.  It is very often a topic that comes up in DCs.  While on the call, I get a text from son.  Last spoke Sept 29.  I thought he was in Atlanta at buddy's birthday party, but ended up he was flying out yesterday.  Told him I would call him at 1 p.m.  It ended up a bit later - I left the apt for my walk after the presentation and ran into two groups of former school #1 co workers having lunch at the coffee shop down the block.  Can't make this stuff up.  Then spoke to son.  I hope that there was nothing on his flight situation that was problematic.  Not sure who is or is not getting paid to go to work and things seemed a bit unsettled in the aviation biz.  :)  But glad we spoke.  I will reach back out on Monday to make sure he got home safely - unless he signals me sooner.  Then it was 3:30 p.m. before I started my meal #2...  Then watched a bit of news.  But decided I had seen enough and I still had book to finish.  

So as of this a.m. - book done and I had a raucous dream sequence at my former work #2 location.  I was back selling real estate there and I could not find any of the houses.  Too overbuilt, roads changed!  Very sad for me.  Saw my former co workers and boss, sister #1 was there, friend from elementary school whose apt I now live in.  I don't think the people I was trying to show around will be buying anything there.  :)  Very interesting the detail of the maps I was trying to decipher in my dream.  Interesting dream sequence and a first for me napping during day.  Almost missing a presentation I had signed up for based on totally forgetting about it...  I will be taking a look at my google calendar to make sure I have rest of month in sync with my paper calendar on my desk.  

Today - walk, dropping off book on the front end of walk, watching Thursday L&O shows.  I have plenty of books to get me through the holiday weekend.  Pulled out the UGGS my niece gifted me years ago after she got new ones.  First frost last night was the forecast so I need to start doing my "winterizing" of apt and outfits.  But still slept with most windows open.  And still wore shorts on my walk yesterday.  Will ease into the cold weather.  31 degrees and sunny forecast for 7:15 a.m.

If something out of the ordinary occurs today you must not ignore it. It could be a coded message from the universe that you need to adjust your thinking and then adjust your sights as well. Chances are your goals have become too predictable.

Mystical vibes flow during the early hours, dearest Libra, as the Gemini moon and Pluto align. Greet the day with an open heart and renewed sense of faith, searching for magickal moments and signs from beyond. Try not to let guilt set in if your good fortune causes loved ones to feel left behind. A wobbly connection between Luna and Mercury may throw your relationships off balance, but true friends will always be there to celebrate your wins. Get adventurous with your self-care routines or plan an unexpected date night to stir up passions when Mars activates this evening. 

Your dreams may hold the key to your future financial success. Though the symbols that your unconscious sends could be obscure, it would pay you to try to make sense of them. You may have had experiences in the past that enable you to make practical decisions now, especially concerning money. Make a list of your insights and check them out. You'll find this useful!

I do feel like coded messages are bombarding me...  :)  Dreams and financial success...guess I will not be making my next fortune in real estate.  :)  Feels like interesting day ahead.  I have to smile with all the flashes from the past in my day yesterday - waking hours and sleeping hours.  What a silly life I lead.  Have a good Friday.  It is already 6:38 a.m.!! It will be a day.  

Hmmm...I moved living room furniture today.

Couch no longer under mirror.  Not sure what moved me to move furniture today.  Another thing I wished I had tracked...times when I was moved to move living room furniture.  AND that reminds me that it is almost time for the late Fall/Winter movement of bedroom furniture to get bed out of the cold draft zone of front windows.  Will see when I am moved to do the storm window/bed move.  It is hard being me.  :)  AND then I was moved to move my bed into its Fall/Winter position.  Did not do anything for deep sleep.  3:12 a.m. as we speak.  Oh well.  I knew this week would be transition after TX company left.  

Yesterday - cleaned apartment, went outside after first rain and wiped down car, afraid to take it to auto wash places due to rust and jagged edges - don't want any snags and tears, :) , did some blog work, noon EOLD, walk, moved bedroom furniture, Lansing DC.  Now nothing on paper calendar until Monday 13th.  I do want to finish current book.  A Karen Rose.  4 books on my bedside table waiting to be started.

Sister #6 called.  Her work from home friend asked her what week she wanted during the Jan-Feb-Mar time period she rented something in Florida.  Sister took her Feb school vacation week.  And now with her daughter living in New Haven, she can explore Tweed for flights.  Should be plenty of options - the New England getaways to Florida advertising should start up very soon.  Sister #1 and gentleman caller should be moving out of their Cape Cod rental after a month.  No word from sister #4 re pool leak...

Today - Chicago shows and walk.  Cooler but sunny today.  Beautiful weather yesterday for walk after the rain cleared out.  

Everyone and his dog could be against you at the moment and you would not care in the slightest. The sun in your sign endows you with supreme self-confidence and the can-do aura you give off to the world will carry you through to success.

Trust in love and the people who have always been there for you, dear Libra, as the Taurus moon aligns with Jupiter and Venus. Build toward professional and personal growth, leaning into the support networks that allow your life to move fluidly. Romantic entanglements could become more serious, and declarations of devotion may be exchanged behind the scenes. Shift gears to focus on empowerment and evolution once Saturn activates this evening, making sacrifices and implementing new structures to reach specific goals. A charge fills the air later tonight when Luna enters Gemini and unites with Uranus, triggering major luck and twists of fate.

You're at the start of a very expansive time in your life, and opportunities are available whether you realize it or not. You may get the feeling that there's an area that needs a total overhaul. Major changes are a large piece of the puzzle. Revamp that which doesn't work for you any more to make room for the future that awaits you. This is your time to shine.

"What I need will meet me" saying comes to mind.  Empowerment and evolution.  I will keep my eyes open to make room for the future that awaits me...or just get used to all the furniture moves.  :)  Have a good Thursday. 

Chore day

Winding road came to my mind this a.m.  First day in a bit where coming and goings of others did not "bump" into my day.  6:53 a.m. check out at Shoprite $13.89/$3.76 shopping day.  Ran dishwasher.  Washed load of clothes.  Walk.  Went through emails of the last week or two to make sure I did not miss any assignments.  Have my list.  Was not in the head space yesterday to take action step.  Maybe today.  Responded to ROV about early voting assignment - Oct 24, 25, 31, Nov 2.  No Election Day.  Realizing that means I stay in town the night of the town Halloween Parade...I will leave my car at the Community Center after working early voting and walk home so Landlord can have my parking space in back.  

Today clean apartment, EOLD at noon, walk after that, Lansing tonight.  Then 4 days with nothing on my paper calendar.  Will see what that means.  Family friend is at her farm in NYS for the week so no walking partner this week.  Thinking son is traveling this week.  Hope he is not jammed up with the issues at airports.  Hard for me to get my head around who is getting paid during shutdown and who is not...i.e. legislators are, air traffic controllers not...

Venus, your ruler, is currently moving through the most sensitive area of your chart, so you probably won’t be as outgoing as you can be. It’s okay to spend some time alone though, especially when you have so much to think about.

Ease into your morning routines, dear Libra, as the Taurus moon forms challenging aspects with Pluto and Mercury. This cosmic climate can trigger insecurities, but grounding yourself and choosing styles that make you feel empowered can help mitigate these feelings. Meanwhile, Venus and Jupiter form a sweet connection, expanding your career prospects. Even if opportunities cannot be immediately identified, the work you put in will eventually lead to significant rewards. Now is also a good time to offer sneak peeks into any big projects you've been chipping away at, but keep some secrets to yourself. Financial disagreements may get heated later today while Luna opposes Mars. 

Your energy and enthusiasm are elevated as you approach yet a higher level of accomplishment. This could inspire you to channel most of your energy into more work and climb yet higher. You might even be thinking in terms of expanding all your horizons - professional, intellectual, and spiritual. Travel could also be in the offing. Consider your options carefully. There might be too many choices.

No travel for me.  So that takes some of the choices out of my day.  :)  Have a good Wednesday.  Will see if I can find another Housel interview to calm my mind.  

Morning full of Morgan! AHHHH!

Morgan Housel yesterday morning with the Diary of a CEO and finishing up as we speak his interview with Ryan Hawk.  How would you live if no one was watching is a theme of some of Housel's thinking.  What is the real meaning of one's life.  He is a calming voice in today's time.  Psychology of Money, Same as Ever, and now The Art of Spending Money.  Perfect timing for me that he is intro-ing a book this month.  

So yesterday Housel, met TX friend for breakfast, went for LONG walk by myself, Chosen Death Forum, in bed reading by 7:03 p.m.  Today sans company or the anticipation of company for the first time in a few weeks.  Good visits, but I will settle in to life ala me.  Nothing coveted by anyone, but it works for me.  LOTS of blog assignments sitting in my email in box.  Nothing on my paper calendar but will go to Shoprite, do wash, run dishwasher.  Check in to confirm TX friend got home safely.  I told her not to call last night as she was not going to get home until 11 p.m. and I knew I would be long in bed by then.  :)  

Will see what else the week brings.  

A full moon in the partnership area of your chart warns that some of the people you deal with today could get a bit touchy for no good reason. Promise yourself in advance that not matter how provocative their actions may be you won’t react in kind.

Don't get too caught up in your process, dear Libra, as Mercury and Pluto square off. You'll crave creative transformation, but may hold yourself back if the mind and heart can't agree. Rather than committing to one particular vision, permit yourself to play, scrapping any ideas that don't stick. A loved one could receive good news when the Aries moon aspects Jupiter and Chiron. Though you might feel deflated by the success of others while building up your own, try to recognize how these wins benefit everyone. Intimate vibes flow once Luna enters Taurus tonight, bringing security to your relationships. 

Instead of dragging on with something old, tired, and worn out, why not start something new? If you refuse to give up on a project that's doomed to fail, you'll be in for a long, frustrating road ahead. You'll find this to be especially true of anything involving music, beauty, creativity, and the arts. Redirect your energy toward something more promising.

I will allow others their success and good news and temper my enthusiasm in jumping into anything with both feet for myself today.  4Q25 needs some shape to it.  Will see what that becomes.  Have a good Tuesday.  This is my first day of October.  :)