Back to the real world :)

Completely and totally (to this minute on my window sill :/ ) wet sneakers from my walk yesterday morning.  Will hope by 10 a.m. they will be less soggy.  Did get distracted by shiny objects a bit this a.m.  Linkedin and a mention of "Golden Girls" housing options by the Modern Elder Academy people.  I do hope the man behind that project has a succession plan as he addresses his medical issues in a way that makes sense for him.  I don't buy what he is selling on his choices, but that is about 99% of people's choices when it comes to involving medical procedures at end of life.  Looks like he is a decade younger than I am so I will let that go...not really, but I will try.  

So yesterday - sibling call with sister #1, sadness but not regret for not getting myself to the Cape this week.  I need to write and send along something to niece #2 who is there from CA.  Right before the Death Sangha at 1 p.m., landlady left homemade granola on my stoop.  Now my every other day pancakes will take on a new look and more tasty!  Took in a bit of news that I missed when at sister #4's, but a bit was more than enough.  I ended the day with my Eggers book rather than news.  

Today - it is 5:51 a.m. already.  :)  Wash clothes, walk, ALDI. No need for Shoprite stop.  Don't need much at the store.  Nothing on my paper calendar.  Did just go in to make sure I had all the coupons checked off for sister #1 at Stop and Shop.  And saw that she did get the $3 off after I converted "points" to dollars.  In one week she has spent more on groceries than I have in 20 weeks...  :)  Aging with privilege is a beautiful thing.  :)  But I do not aspire to the food or travel aspects except a very short list of people I would love to be sitting in their living room with.  I will figure that out.  

Decided that next Monday will be the moving my bed and changing to flannel sheets for the next quarter.  It is a flip and turn on the mattress so I need to get my mind about that exercise.  :)

Yes, you can change the world, but not on your own and not without a lot of hard work. That is the message of the stars as the new week begins, so team up with people whose aims reflect your own and then put in some serious effort.

Tap into the present by looking for beauty and acknowledging your foundations, dearest Libra. As the Scorpio Moon aspects Venus and Pluto, try not to let materialistic desires sully your sense of gratitude. However, it's okay to want more if you're willing to fight for your dreams. A burst of motivation inspires you to push your agenda forward once the Virgo Sun and Mars align this afternoon. Retreat to a private environment to improve focus as you test your own limits. Dreamy vibes put you in a romantic mood when Neptune and Pluto form a sweet aspect this evening.

Does it feel like someone's raining on your parade today, Libra? No surprise there. You may feel like you're stuck in a bog, so wear your galoshes and give it your best shot. That's all you can do. People may be extra touchy and impatient with ridiculous banter, even if it is polite. Try not to make sense of things that seem confusing now. Come back to them in a couple days.

Hard work and collaboration...wish me luck.  :) BUT starting with pancakes and granola...good way to start the day and week.   Have a good Monday.  

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Wrap day by the pool/ocean... :)

Sitting home this a.m. Sunday.  Great day yesterday.  Walk at the beach.  Pool time before I headed home.  Once again Weekapaug/Watch Hill speak to the fact that many do not have a care in the world.  :)  Checked on the ride home to see if I left a lot of money on the table buying gas at Cumbie's rather than Go Happy gas.  But Go Happy was only $.03 less than Cumbie's.  

Once I got home, unpacked, worked on shorts :), read, called it a day.

Today's plan - Walk to Unionville, season clothes washing water.  Re-entry day. :)

Something that made little sense to you yesterday will start to make sense today, and no doubt you will kick yourself mentally when you realize why you were unable to “get it” earlier. Never mind. What matters is that you make good use of the insight.

Conserve your energy as the Moon moves through your sign and squares Mars, dearest Libra. Otherwise, you may lack the endurance necessary to seize opportunities on the horizon. A spiritual approach to recharging your batteries will prove effective and enlightening as Mercury aspects Uranus. Now is also a good time to experiment with your psychic gifts and ability to connect with unseen forces. You will sense changes within your social sphere as Luna aspects the nodes of fate and debuts in Scorpio. Stay connected to loyal friends, but invite in new connections that align more seamlessly with your hopes and dreams.

Your fantasy world is piqued today, Libra. Your imagination is running wild. Maintain a certain amount of control over your emotions or they may get the better of you. You could find yourself in a cloud of confusion by afternoon. Avoid this by trying to ground yourself throughout the day. Make sure your actions result from an equal balance between thought and emotion.

No kicking myself, conserve my energy, imagination running wild.  Stay calm.  :)  Have a good Sunday.

That was a day!

Not a scene from yesterday, but niece #4 and her husband.  They were the focus of the day yesterday.  Niece graduated from YNHH with her RN and now is working on her MS in midwifery.  She graduated from Centre College in 2016.  But something drew her to the midwife/birth doula work.  Onward and upward.  Yale is quite the historic campus - in a very understatement of the year description.

But my day started in sister #4's pool, then a walk, then drive to NH, then ceremony, then back to niece's rental house.  Then back to sister #4's, had a snack and back in the pool from 8-9 p.m.  :)  Will do the dip/walk again this a.m.  Then head back home later this afternoon.  I will let the W&T ladies take care of book club this month. 

AND backyard haircut for me thanks to sister #6 who arrived at #4's about 10 a.m.  :)

Did work on my shorts with the broken zipper.  I knew sister #4 would have sewing materials including the key to the project - seam ripper.  :)  Feel like a remedy is within reach for the shorts that actually fit me.  Of course the advice of those around me yesterday - "throw them out, buy a new pair".  I am not there yet.  :)

Recent developments of a personal nature have made it easier for you to face up to elements of your personality that you had previously pretended did not exist. That’s good, because being honest with yourself is an essential step on the road to success.

The universe takes a playful approach to offering up guidance and blessings, darling Libra. As Luna moves through your sign and aspects Uranus, release expectations so surprises can filter in. You'll be in a dreamy mood as Mercury aligns with Pluto and Neptune, and will feel extra grateful for those who hold a special place in your heart. Plan a romantic date or enjoy a relaxing excursion with friends to maximize these elevating vibes. Your love life may require some restructuring when Luna opposes Saturn later today. If you're on the hunt for companionship, ask to be set up or explore unfamiliar dating apps once Jupiter activates later tonight.

You could encounter a potential romantic partner today, Libra. You'll probably connect with this person at a group event or gathering and hit it off immediately. This person is likely to be bright, physically attractive, kindhearted, and sensitive. If you're single and available, don't pass up this opportunity. Take advantage of the chance to get to know each other. Who knows where this might lead?

No hunt in place.  But I will look forward to being home - even with its no pool situation...  Oh well.  Have a good Saturday.  

New location for this a.m. :)

Made it to my sister's house yesterday.  Always a roll of the dice with the MAZDA but good trip. Cumbie's for gas.  Got in the pool. :)  

But as of keeping track of stuff, I did not bring my paper journal - so writing down 9:07 p.m. and 5:21 a.m. as end of yesterday, start of today and that I had full dreams.  Brother was prominent but lots of people. Having some bad instant coffee as we speak.  So yesterday - read, regular walk, got in car at 11:30 a.m. got to sister #4's at 1:30 p.m. Walked to GRAZE to pick up "linner" at 4 p.m.  Got on a RPCV call at 6, FEN annual member meeting at 7 p.m.  

Plan for today.  Sister #6 to arrive at 10-ish a.m. and then we will make our game plan for getting to New Haven for her daughter, our niece's white coat ceremony for her nursing degree.  Second career situation.  She is 32 this year.  

Then back to sister #4's for me and back home on Saturday at some point.  W&T is at 2 p.m. but not sure if I will make that.  

Recent developments of a personal nature have made it easier for you to face up to elements of your personality that you had previously pretended did not exist. That’s good, because being honest with yourself is an essential step on the road to success.

You may feel busy and unproductive all at once as the Virgo Moon drifts through a void of course state. Take stock of tasks that must be completed before the weekend begins, and push off any work that can wait for another day. Pursue your own desires while evening emerges and Luna enters your sign, encouraging you to be a tad selfish. Self-care, passion projects, and seeking the spotlight are all valid ways to channel these vibes. You'll be the subject of much adoration when the Moon aligns with Mercury, Pluto, and Neptune, though some companions might resent this sudden boost in popularity.

Stress and job frustration might have you thinking about breaking free, walking out the door, and going somewhere else. Another thought is likely to concern going back to school and training for a career in another field. You might need a vacation, and returning to school could be a great idea in the future, but don't decide today. Wait a few days at least.

Aspiration level is pretty low.  Nothing needs to change...for now.  And it is September 11.  How life changed and how many living today do not even grasp how life changed forever on that day.  Something to think about today but with the eye to what is ahead and not in the past..  Have a good Friday.  

Travel day... :/

Can't seem to upload pic to blog...oh well.  Will see if anything else feels "off".  Yesterday - cleaned apt, walked with family friend, her daughter and youngest grandson.  EOLD - found out that long time facilitator is stepping away.  I sent a thank you to her.  Finished Careless People.  Started latest Eggers.  Talked to Albany CA DC facilitator.  He was checking in about me letting him know I was not going to Lansing.  Dinner upstairs at landlord's with long time friend, his sister.  :)

Today - walk, drive to sister #4's.  Anxiety level high but not sure if it is all about travel or the computer acting up...doesn't take much.  Also a bit about son.  Wondering if anything is up out there.  Need to calm my mind.  Big ask.  :)

If you do what makes you happy today rather than what makes other people happy, you won’t go far wrong. Mercury’s move into your sign will help you think three steps ahead, so no one is able to hold you back from following your dreams.

You're entering an era of finery and prosperity, darling Libra, thanks to Venus' debut in Scorpio. Meanwhile, Mercury makes its way into your sign, making it easier to advocate for yourself and what you deserve. If you're not used to asking for what you want, now is your moment to speak up finally. Though some negotiating may be in order, you'll have a gift for tipping the scales in your favor. Don't back down if your requests are reasonable. Seek solitude when the Virgo New Moon rises tonight and aspects Mars, marking the perfect occasion to brainstorm a plan for building success throughout the next six months.

Online group activities that you attend today are likely to be spiritually oriented, such as group meditations. You could communicate with new friends from faraway places who share your interests. Though you're usually more intellectually inclined, today you should be feeling especially intuitive. Write down your thoughts and ideas lest you forget them. You may want to use them later.

I will see where the day takes me after this morning "hiccup".  Keep a good thought for that.  Have a good Thursday.  

September as the new January? :)

I am leaning into the seasons and solstices as the opportunity for change.  The summer to fall being especially pronounced as to changes - and sneezing.  :)  And I am reminded that in a couple of weeks - moving my bed to its fall/winter position, flip and turn mattress.  Physically inviting change to come in.  Will see where this season takes me.  But not to Cape Cod.  :)

Yesterday - ran dishwasher, read, walked, picked up the new Eggers book.  “In this satisfyingly old-school novel, an artist tries to find his place, and hold onto his spark, in a world that values fads and flash. . . . Contrapposto is an earthy, warm return to form . . . . To call the book ‘moving’ would be a smelly cliché, so let’s say undulating, with both despair and hope.” —Alexandra Jacobs, The New York Times Book Review  Finishing up Careless People - I will need a "satisfyingly old-school novel" after this read.  Would love to know what the REAL conversations are that are happening at the social media company as we go into the mid term elections...OR maybe all is realigned over the decade since the setting of the book.  Fingers crossed.  Or the social media has its fingers crossed behind its back.  After walk - CA DC, FEN DC, "late night" for me Death Sangha - guided meditation no sharing aspect to this session.  Each session different depending on the facilitator. 

Feel I do not know the whole story about what might be happening in son's life...but I will "let life come to me" on that front.  Son knows his mother's limits as to information processing as it pertains to his life and times.  

Shared with sister #4 that I will land at her house on Thursday.  Event for niece #4 on Friday and will return home at some point over the weekend when sister #4 leaves for Cape.

Today changed up a bit after landlady invited me up for dinner tonight to see her sister-in-law/my friend since nursery school who will be in town from FL.  So today - clean apt, walk with family friend, dinner and we will see if things wrap up in time for me to catch a bit of Lansing DC.  

What you have been going through lately is no doubt tough, but in the greater scheme of things, it will do you more good than harm. Keep telling yourself that the good times are just around the next corner. What you believe today will be your reality tomorrow.

Distant friendships evolve into something more meaningful as the Leo Moon aspects Venus and the nodes of fate. Be open to exploring deeper connections with kindred spirits you haven't gotten a chance to get to know. Conversations grow increasingly intimate once Luna enters Virgo and aligns with Chiron, and sharing your story can feel both validating and healing. Opportunities for romance also come into play when Luna, Pluto, and Saturn enter a rare yod formation this evening, though the clues will be subtle. Risks could lead to rewards later tonight, thanks to a lucky aspect between the Moon and Uranus.

Your world is changing, Libra, both internally and externally. You feel a need to broaden your horizons. You may be contemplating a move to a new neighborhood or trip to a faraway land. The people in your life will change as a result of this. You're about to embark on a new phase of life, and these new friends will act as able guides.

Cosmic guidance seems to be singing the same "September is the new January" tune...  :)  Have a good Wednesday.  

Things I forgot from yesterday... :)

From Monday.  Washed clothes and went to ALDI. $10.96/6 item day. Only needed bananas and grapes and threw in some bread, relish, salt. From Monday N&O reminded that 30 years ago Sept 6...Hurricane Fran and our evacuation from our trailer park...Sept 1996, arrived in North Carolina June 1995.  Put earrings in to make sure the holes were still open in case I wanted to wear earrings on Friday.  :)  Dropped off A Long Winter.  Walked.  Read - if I wanted to dislike a certain social media company any more, reading Careless People would seal the deal. Almost done.  Full dream night with former school #1 back to school day.  Back and forth with brother on text for his birthday.  First "Fall-ish" weather day = full blown hay fever day.  Sneezed LOTS while walking.  Had to smile with how happy I was with my meal #2.  1/4 portion of a bag-o-salad, piece of a homemade bread item from party on Sunday, hard boiled egg, chunk of cheese, chips and dip, nectarine, corn from my 10 for $2 buy, half glass of gingerale.  :)  

Today - run dishwasher, walk, CA DC, FEN, Death Sangha.  With reading in between.  Will also let sister #4 know my plan for Thursday through Saturday.  Tomorrow EOLD and Lansing.  Thursday - sister #4's and RPCV ZOOM and FEN webinar.  Friday YNH for ceremony for niece #4.  Saturday or Sunday back home.  Want to be home by 1 p.m. on Sunday.  

Have nothing to do with someone who says one thing but then immediately starts doing the opposite. If they are unable to make up their mind about their own activities, it’s unlikely they will be able to help you. They are not to be trusted 

You have the power to influence others and start a movement, darling Libra, as the Leo Moon aspects Saturn and Jupiter. Refine your message to strengthen your voice, earn the admiration of peers, and gain support. These vibes will have you thinking on a grand scale, but it’s important to know your limits and what you can sustainably advocate for. Don’t push yourself to solve world issues you’re not qualified to take on. Instead, focus on fights that are a little closer to home. Even small improvements within your community can have a greater impact down the line.

You've probably had a busy week, Libra, and may feel out of sorts today. Perhaps you had too much good food last night, stayed up too late, or both. It goes against your grain to stay in and rest, but this is the perfect day to curl up with a good book. You're going to want some exercise, but don't overdo it. As you well know, you can get too much of a good thing!

Too early for my third guidance.  Will check back later...  :)  Have a good Tuesday.