Woke up for a sec at midnight...

Don't want to go into any "gory details", but water broke at midnight and kid was out kicking at 2:27 a.m. on his birth day.  Most time spent driving to the midwife's house.  That was a day.  Including stopping at Kroger for diapers.  Kid was two weeks early and I was not quite ready...saying the same thing as we speak about being a mother.  :)  Went back to sleep and it is 4:52 a.m. as we speak.  Much better.  :)

Back to real time.  Yesterday and my 6 a.m. start was a "start" for me.  But recovered.  PD buddy for the first time in a long time called me and said he was down on Market St bench having his coffee so I went out and we chatted for a bit.  I watched my Thursday L&O shows.  Walk.  Finished The Big Red for W&T book club.  It was a late-ish walk.  Nothing on my paper calendar except "son's birthday".  

So for today.  Started a new book. A Walk in the Park by Kevin Fedarko is a non-fiction book detailing his and photographer Pete McBride's epic, year-long, 750-mile trek across the entire length of the Grand Canyon, a journey they initially, and naively, called "a walk in the park".  Not sure what drew me to the book, but will give it a whirl.  Will watch Friday show.  Listen to All-In.  Walk.  See what else pops in.  Tomorrow 1 p.m. to swimming lady's house for coffee, 4 p.m. Hemlock Society talk online, 7 p.m. Albany CA DC.  

Try not to take life too seriously this weekend. Some of the things going on in the world may make your blood boil, but what can you personally do about them? Aim to be a force for good in your own backyard. Change starts at home.

Ego bruises provide important lessons that can make or break you, dear Libra. Consider what the universe is trying to tell you while the Taurus Sun and Pluto square off. If you've been stubbornly clinging to goals that haven't panned out, it's possible your true calling is being ignored. Soften the spirit by spending time with people who love you once the Leo Moon aligns with Chiron this afternoon. Unexpected events will lead you to a higher path throughout the next seven years after Uranus enters Gemini this evening. Plan a quiet Saturday at home when Luna debuts in Virgo. Aspects with Uranus and Venus offer enlightenment through spiritual practices or self-care rituals.

You have certainly felt better than you do today, Libra. We'll pause here while you go and fetch the aspirin. The stomachache and headache are simply the result of recent overindulgence. Don't worry - you'll be fit as a fiddle by tomorrow morning. Next time someone offers you multiple helpings of food or drink, however, you might want to consider politely declining!

No food or drink overindulgence...thinking overindulgence perhaps.  :)  Will try to leave some of my thoughts out on my route today.  Soften my spirit.  Will keep all in mind but in a lighter way.  Have a good Saturday.  

Who knows where my next guidance will come from

Stopped by the library and went to the magazine rack and picked up People Magazine:  Jay-Z famously stated, "Everything in your life, it's not happening to you, it's happening for you," emphasizing a mindset shift where challenges are viewed as opportunities for growth rather than personal setbacks. This perspective reframes negative experiences as lessons, often cited to encourage resilience and a positive outlook on adversity  Can't make my life up.  Cosmic but I did not follow it to the letter yesterday.  Got a call from the daughter of my mother's maid of honor asking me if I wanted to join in at their family reunion of all her siblings and a cousin on Sunday in a couple of towns over...too much.  Had to decline the invite.  Could not put that in the "happening for me" category.  Will keep that invite to myself.  

AND am just getting to my machine at 6:37 a.m. this morning.  Just sent a birthday email to one of my former Houston bosses.  Nothing on my paper calendar today - good thing since half my day is gone already.  :)

Yesterday - watched my Wed shows, walked, massage, talked to TX/NM friend, got a call from sister #6 to get email for sister #1's gentleman caller so she could send a birthday greeting, read.  Should finish my walk & talk book club book today. 

Today - listening to Wed BOS meeting as we speak, move on to Thursday shows, walk.  

Discovered a couple of places yesterday that I will make note.  East Mountain House in Lakeville.  And Red Willow in Taos.   Near and far places of kindness and care.

You need to focus less on the little things that have been going wrong and more on the big things that still bring a great deal of joy to your existence. Friends and relatives will take their cue from your mood, so laugh long and loud.

Gravitate toward people who inspire responsible action, sweet Libra. Peers have great influence over you and vice versa, while the Leo Moon aspects Saturn and Mars. Use these vibes to reinforce goals that need some extra attention. It's also important to recognize whether social gatherings have been zapping your energy. When planning with friends this weekend, prioritize activities that might improve your balance. You'll be in a flirtatious mood once Luna and Mercury align midafternoon, marking the perfect excuse to chat with your crush. Be generous with compliments to elevate interactions, and stay open to new connections.

 You probably know that you don't attain freedom in one fell swoop, but rather bit by bit as you go through life, Libra. Perhaps you've been feeling as if you don't have enough freedom. Over the next few days you could find the situations or people you need in order to liberate yourself. Don't forget that love is the greatest freedom of all. It could be time to make room for it in your life.

Have a good Friday.  

Have to smile...

Spent part of my day wondering why I could not get my Chicago shows to play...maybe because they had not been on the regular TV yet...  Doing my family friend walk on Monday really got me on fast forward as to what day of the week it was yesterday.  TODAY I will look and "voila" I bet I will find them.  And without the family friend to start my Wednesday...and rain - very different Wednesday.  Woke up very early, broke my 139 day streak at Wordle when I did not get the word in 6 tries.  Cleaned apartment.  Read.  Noon EOLD.  GREAT speaker - Barbara Karnes.  Doulas and what their role could be within hospice.  THEN walked.  Landlady delivered red lentil soup for meal #2.  I think I hustled a bit on my walk with that as an incentive.  GA DC.  Great discussion.  New addition is an author who wrote - Death Without Fear: Collective Wisdom for Making Peace with Mortality.  We talked about the book last month and continued the conversation this month.  Have people all along the spectrum as to their thoughts.  And most of the members are psychologists so that always make the conversation lively as to lived experiences or clinical work they have done.  Son reached out about a baseball card he thinks I might have in his stuff in my closet.  He said he will be doing some looking in those buckets in June when he is on east coast for a wedding in June. 

So TODAY is Thursday.  Sent a birthday email to sister #1's gentleman caller.  83 today.  Will look for my shows to watch.  MASSAGE THURSDAY!  Sun is supposed to be out so long walk pre massage.  Nothing on paper calendar for Friday or Saturday.  

Make it your business to find out why certain facts and figures no longer add up. There may be a simple answer that no one is at fault for, but if someone has been deliberately misleading you, it’s essential that you find out why.

Don't let a fear of upsetting the balance prevent you from going after success, dearest Libra. Be mindful that growth often comes with some level of disharmony or ruffled feathers while the Cancer Moon and Chiron square off. True allies won't try to stand in your way, and may even go the extra mile to help you get ahead. Pay attention to who lends a hand or acts as a deterrent when Venus and Uranus unite. Keep your interactions and conversations positive to avoid dark waters under this evening's Leo Quarter Moon, which aligns with Neptune. Invest in your spirituality to trigger major blessings throughout the coming weeks once Venus enters Gemini tonight.

You could have a “eureka!” moment today, Libra, as events from your past unexpectedly bubble to the surface of your mind and crystallize in a surprising new way. Suddenly, you have a clear understanding of how these past events affect your present behavior. You can use this new knowledge to bring about change. There is clearly a situation at work or at home that is in need of transformation.

Would love to have a eureka moment.  Major blessings.  Clearly something that is in need of transformation.  Here we go.  Have a good Thursday.  

Mid week reset

Walking with family friend on Monday got me a bit off kilter as to where I was in my week.  :)  But I will work to get back on track today.  Had a 2:22 p.m. angel time number show up after CA DC yesterday so that felt right.  But as to Tuesday - Shoprite $48/$9.51 day...nothing I needed was on sale and I "splurged" on a couponed Dove soap - $6.99 for 6 bars.  Grapes at $2.99/lb.  Oh well.  Ran dishwasher.  Walked.  CA DC.  Had a notice for a IOWA DC, but link did not work. Watched the balance of the BOF meeting from Monday night.  Not sure what happened to the even tempered chair...will see what the public hearing brings on Monday. Read my W&T book.

Today - up early - 2:12 a.m. as we speak.  Not sure if any Chicago shows were on last night.  Will check later.  EOLD at noon.  GA DC at 7 p.m.  Thinking I will clean apt before EOLD and walk after.  Will see if that holds.  Sister #1's gentleman caller came through his heart procedure OK, his 83rd birthday tomorrow.  

You are an expert at reading between the lines and know that what others are saying is unlikely to be the whole story. Keep your opinions to yourself for the time being because you will gain a lot more from listening than from talking.

You'll tire easily listening to other people's problems, dearest Libra. Check your impatience to avoid drama while the Cancer Moon squares Mars and Mercury. Work-related stress or demands at home are likely throwing you for a loop. Politely set boundaries with anyone who dumps their issues on you. Changing the subject, removing yourself from the situation, or explaining that you aren't in a place to offer emotional support are all valid ways to protect your energy. You'll feel protected and more in control once Luna and Jupiter unite later today. These vibes also bring a touch of luck to your aspirations, helping you break through barriers.

Don't take anything you hear today at face value, Libra, especially where money is concerned. A well-meaning friend could approach you with an opportunity not to be missed. Listen to the pitch and take down all the information, but don't make any kind of commitment. You'll likely see several flaws when you review the information later. Point them out to your friend. You'll save this person money and embarrassment by speaking up.

Will go with the listening over talking today.  Always good advice.  Have a good Wednesday.  

More sun today :)

Good day yesterday - family friend called and said "how about Wednesday walk on Monday" since she and some high school friends were off to NYC for a couple of days.  Perfect.  And later in the a.m.  More perfect.  5 a.m. already so I have to stay focused for today.  :)  Balance of yesterday - load of wash, walk, PA DC, BOF meeting.   Set up a coffee klatch with one of the swimming ladies on Saturday.  2 hours 1 minute for Boston Marathon winner.  Yikes. 

Today - run dishwasher, Shoprite, CA DC, decided not to go to the BAA meeting, will get recap from minutes.  TX/NM friend made her way from a Bermuda trip back to TX.  Her travel schedule is something else...especially for me who does not travel any more.  

Did walk up and back to library for a second walk to return my latest book.  Too nice out to sit inside.  Also noticed that one of my idols, Dr Chris Kerr on Dead Talks.  Will listen later.  FBI to watch too.  :)

Your aim today, and for the rest of the week, must be to look at what is going on in your life through a lens of total honesty. Don’t try to ignore the bad bits, because those are the bits you can learn from and profit from.

Though it can be painful to admit when you're wrong, accountability plays an important role in maintaining healthy relationships. A sweet connection between the Gemini Moon and Chiron offers encouragement, making it easier to apologize and forgive. You'll feel emotionally elevated and prepared to take on professional hurdles once Luna debuts in Cancer. Keep an eye out for negotiation opportunities or valuable partnerships as the Taurus Sun showers you with prosperous vibes this afternoon. Beware of bad advice while Neptune and Saturn activate later today, stirring up mixed signals. Optimistic sentiments and overly critical reviews can both do serious damage if taken to an extreme.

Today you could encounter a work colleague and suddenly feel an unexpected romantic attraction, Libra. This could catch you off guard because you never before thought about this person in that way. Before jumping in with both feet, give yourself some time to come down. You're feeling especially sensual today, so this might well pass by tomorrow. Stay grounded for now. If the attraction is still there in a few days, think about it!

Yesterday there was that graupel again on the walk yesterday...never saw it now twice in one month AND that month is April!  Interesting.  Today should be kinder temperature wise.  Have a good Tuesday.  

 

Rainy day

Probably could have ventured out later in the day when rain stopped, but was happy to take the walk I did get in sans umbrella as my time outside for the day.  Discovered a video that started my day off on the right foot.  Wrote this to some people to introduce them to the video.  

Mary Oliver Wild Geese and being in the moment - where I am, who I am. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qqMpOSBsjDI&t=13s  Last line in video and last line in poem Walk Slowly - Danna Faulds   "As many times as I forget, catch myself charging forward without even knowing where I’m going, that many times I can make the choice to stop, to breathe, and be, and walk slowly into the mystery." Good start to my day.  Have a peaceful and present week.

Other than reading, watching and writing yesterday.  Walked to Burlington and back.  Sibling call with sister #1.  Sister #6 and niece #4 had just left after their Friday/Saturday visit.  Sister #6 texted that she arrived home at 5-ish.  Thought Scheffler would pull out the win, but no.  Sent son a link to Milk Street show in CDMX.  Wanted to see if any of the eating places looked familiar to him.  

Today - walk, load of wash, PA DC, BOF meeting which I will tune into online.  Will see if anything else slips in.  :)

What you hear from a friend today may sound shocking, but if you look into the situation, you will soon find out that it’s the truth. The question then, of course, is how did you miss it for so long? Maybe you just didn’t want to see it.

You'll play well off others under the Gemini Moon, dear Libra. Make it a point to go further in your exchanges. Veer away from standard small talk to cultivate more meaningful interactions. The connection you experience will boost morale and leave you with interesting tidbits to mull over. Meanwhile, Mercury unites with Saturn and Mars to echo these sentiments, underscoring close relationships. It might seem as though there's not much left to learn about your significant other or best buds, but there surely is. Grab your partner and seek challenging, exciting, or unfamiliar activities. While outside of your comfort zones, you'll both discover something new about the other.

Are you going on a trip or possibly moving, Libra? Is education involved in some way? Whatever your reasons for going away, you're going to gain whatever you hope for - and more. Writing, teaching, and anything involving communication should go very well right now, including conversations with a romantic partner. Your mind is quick and retentive right now, so make the most of it.

Will review my plans (nothing come to mind as we speak at 4:20 a.m.) with my cosmic guidance in mind.  :)  Have a good Monday.  40's and cloudy but no rain today.  

People day

After all my thinking about where to have lunch with sister #4 pre lacrosse game (I kept saying field hockey when taking about it yesterday...)  :)  We went to Panera because we got talking to too many people as we took a quick walk after she got here and were running out of time before the game.  Worked out.  I had a soup/salad combo and she had a half sandwich so it was not too much food and left room for Grassroots for ice cream after the game. 

So yesterday - took an early walk, family friend shared that she and grandsons were at the town fishing derby but I was waiting for sister to arrive, short walk with sister where I took her by the house of one of her elem/HS friends that had recently been redone and put on the market, lots of memory lane talk with one of the neighbors.  Then Panera, Westminster School for game, Grassroots, she checked the tire pressure in my tires again with her gadget and all were fine...can't figure out how I got to 17 PSI on Easter Saturday.  Then checked email and heard from son - Back in CDMX :) They opened a coffee spot just for me downstairs since I left ha.   Getting hot down here :) Good trip from LA to Laguna to Tijuana to Mexico City though.  Always good to see some old friends. Glad to get the update.  He was there Dec 23-March 23.  Now back until...I don't know. Reached out to former school #2 co worker who has a birthday this week and worked at the school we were at yesterday and has a birthday this week. Then LA DC.  Good conversation.  I had finished The Beast in the Clouds: The Roosevelt Brothers' Deadly Quest to Find the Mythical Giant Panda. Interesting story about Teddy Roosevelt's sons and the US/China Giant Panda relationship beginning.  Started W&T book club book last night - The Mighty Red by Louise Erdrich.  Thought I had read all of hers, but no.  

Today - long walk IF it is not raining too much.  Will calibrate distance with weather.  :)  40's and rain...What a roller coaster week of weather.  

Have a good Sunday.  Week ahead - Monday PA DC, BOF meeting, Tuesday CA DC, Wednesday EOLD, GA DC, Thursday MASSAGE Thursday!