Thursday was a recoup day :) now on to July 31 2026...

BUT on Wednesday, I did get the apt cleaned on schedule.  :)  So I was not totally off schedule.

But back to Thursday - reading, full walk, walk to/from pool, full swim, Rochester DC.  I was the only one in the pool.  Right before I got out one other person arrived.  People got used to the pool not being open and it was a bit on/off rain.  Read more of my W&T book.  Will hope to finish that today or tomorrow.  Talked to brother - again.  What a gift!  TX/NM friend who is in NM as we speak.  Now both her kids and her two grandkids all live in NM.  ATL son and DIL arrived with their things at 1 a.m. on Thursday.  They moved into friend's house.  Friend and son are on the look out for a house.  We will see who finds theirs first.  :)  ALL the group were headed over to family who started the migration to NM who was making chicken enchilada casserole for all!  TX/NM had no timetable for heading back to TX.  All my NC friends have been on the move.  One from their home of 43 years to their new home.  Other couple moving through the layers of their CCRC.  Living apart for the first time since 1998...wife to the memory care wing.  Husband staying in the skilled nursing. 

Today - 5:22 a.m. "start time", read, walk, pool - will hope swimming ladies join me.  Nothing on my paper calendar today. 

You will need a calm head and a cool heart to deal with a partnership issue today. If you let your emotions get the better of you the situation is likely to escalate from one of mild irritation to major annoyance. It’s really not worth the bother.

You'll crave uncomplicated connections and a bit of fun, dear Libra, as the Aquarius Moon and Nodes of Fate align. If your relationship has been through a rough patch recently, now is a good time to lighten the mood. Emotional and physical wellness should be a main priority once Luna debuts in Pisces, forming a sweet aspect with Chiron. You’ll have a chance to reverse damage caused by poor decisions, but only if you are willing to make a few changes. Replace vices with healthier habits you are genuinely excited about when Luna squares Uranus later today. 

Be a bit more sensitive with your words today, Libra. Your mind is apt to be especially active and even a bit restless. This is more than likely a signal to get more of your opinions out into the world. As you do, make sure you consider the feelings of others. People might have quite a different reaction to the same situation. Respect opposing viewpoints.

"Tempered".  Feels like that is the word for the day.  Will see how it manifests itself.  Have a good Friday.  

When my schedule gets thrown off... :)

Nothing seemed to "gel" yesterday. Felt like I fighting a losing battle. Wettest walk in the rain AND with an umbrella I had had in quite awhile...and then LOTS of day to use up once they shut the pool for the day.  And the ironic part was it was dry and sunny here from the time the pool WOULD have opened to when it would have closed...  So glad I got my swim in on Monday.  And now it looks like rain for the day today so I am pretty sure they will pull the plug today too.  BUT I do need to make sure that I do not cut my walk short today.  Fingers crossed.  Sneakers are on the window sill drying out.  It is pouring and thundering outside as we speak...

Was not energetic on phone calls from son and sister #6.  Not enough exercise and not enough outside time...  Will try to remedy that today.  The one uptick on the day was EOLD and the Nervous System Support session.  Body tells us what we need.  :)  I was a good example of that yesterday.  

Sister #6 shared about her Monday night lobster roll outing with niece #4 and one of sister's dear friends.  $39.99 for roll, FF, cole slaw.  Pricing is a reason it has been a bit since I have had a lobster roll...  Ridiculous.  Son shared about his meeting with COSM - "Cosm Announces Detroit as New Home for Its Fourth Immersive Sports and Entertainment Venue".  Could not be a better match made in heaven than son and that company.  Will see what develops.  

Guess Monday I will add "drive by bank" to my ALDI shopping trip to cash my cat tending check from one of the swimming ladies. Embarrassing that she pays me, but I will take it. Or maybe walk today if pool gets closed and rain stops like yesterday.  

Family friend from Paraguay wrote.  Looking forward to writing her back today.  Rochester DC tonight.  Nothing else on my paper calendar.  

You can be a bit easygoing at times, and there is a danger you could let friends and family members get away with stuff they should really be criticized for. If you don’t crack the whip now, it will be much harder to do so later on.

You don't always like to show off, but when you do, others can't help but revel in your brilliance. Fight boredom and take up space wherever you go as the Moon moves through Aquarius. Though many of your decisions will be in service of your ego or passion projects, those near you won't seem to mind. In fact, your efforts could inspire peers to pursue their own interests with more gusto. Remember that confidence can be contagious while Luna aspects Mars midafternoon. Help the people around you see what makes them special, and your shine will grow increasingly brighter. 

Finally, Libra, you'll be able to breathe a long overdue sigh of relief. It's likely that you've been worried about your finances for some time. Well, you need worry no longer. The events of today either put you back in the black or show you a clear path to get there. You've been working hard to resolve these financial matters. You can now start working smarter.

Well, feel a bit uplifted from yesterday's slump from my cosmic guidance.  I will keep in mind my - "led and guided" - reality which has been my life. "You need worry no longer" - well that is whopper statement when applied to worry wart me. :)  I will keep the same thought of "led and guided" in mind for all around me.  Keep a good thought for that.  Have a good Thursday and next to last day in July 2026.  

I was a talker yesterday... :)

Not sure why this pic hit me this a.m. but it is a good mantra to have.  :)  Yesterday was a run the dishwasher, walk, pit stop at OSJL and saw two things I might be "investing" in.  Have the 2027 desk calendars out.  Saw one I missed last year - smaller, Jan 2027 through Jan 2028 for $2.00 and I was eying some bedsheets...I am down to one fitted queen size sheet.  But that can definitely wait.  I might move on the calendar though. And I am so pleased with my ALDI "investment" in nectarines.  Doesn't take much to make my day gastronomically.  Was getting ready for my noon ZOOM and had a call from my brother.  That lights up my life more than any other sibling call.  :)  Talked to him, then hopped on the ZOOM.  Which was great and I will listen again once I get the tape.  Stories at the Threshold with Jane K. Callahan.  She is definitely someone to follow and of course - CCLD/Emberlight will always be a touchpoint for me.  Durham home for Ms. Callahan and Asheville NC for CCLD.  Went immediately into CA DC at 1 p.m.  Small group but good discussion.  Then right up to return the house key to one of the swimming ladies since she returned and no more cat tending responsibilities for me. Chatted for 2 hours.  My two ZOOMS and call from brother had opened up the chatting flood gates.  Pool did not open yesterday due to weather and I am thinking today might follow suit.  :/  

I have the intention to feel positive about son's encounter with COSM.  Will see if that is to be.  And keeping the good thought that family friend's procedure went well yesterday.  

Today is Wednesday.  Have to remind myself of the day of the week since walk with family friend on Monday threw off my "sequencing of days".  :)  So will clean apt, walk, EOLD at noon and thankfully it is Nervous System Support day, hopefully swim...fingers crossed.  Thursday p.m. Rochester DC.  Friday do my monthly $ report, Saturday Lansing DC.  

I keep hoping to see that Adam Carolla has posted a construction or Home Depot video...none lately.  

Today’s full moon won’t affect you as much as it does some people but it could still affect you, especially if you are the sort of Libra who tends to get emotional. Remind yourself often that nothing in life is worth getting too worked up about.

You'll be in a daring mood as Venus and Mars align, dearest Libra, but lingering fears may cause you to pause when it's best to move forward. Support yourself with self-love and positive visualizations to avoid getting in your own way. The Aquarius Full Moon offers a boost in confidence and endurance, forming elevating aspects with Pluto, Neptune, Jupiter, and Uranus. Charge ahead with a fearless demeanor, and peers will stand in awe of your brilliance. Though the universe will direct your path from time to time, now is your moment to take the reins. Celebrate your wins and plot next moves with someone you love and respect once Saturn stirs tonight. 

You have a keen analytical mind that has served you well in business. Alas, Libra, this characteristic doesn't always serve you well in your personal life. It's likely that someone close has bristled from your lack of empathy. Take time to reflect upon the events of the past few weeks. Did you inadvertently send a wrong message? Correct any unintentional slights. A simple "I'm sorry," will do wonders.

Full Moon.  Will see if I am moved by the cosmos today - good guidance for me to consider for sure.  :)  Have a good Wednesday.  2:46 a.m. as we speak so I have plenty of time to do, contemplate, celebrate, not get worked up, take the reins...  Keep the good thought for me for this day.  

Calm was not the word of my day yesterday... :)

And it is already 5:52 a.m.!  But all landed on its feet. Got an early call that family friend wanted to walk on Monday not Wednesday.  She is getting a "day" procedure today - what is not a day procedure these days?...- So did load of wash, walk, ALDI $21.59 day, listened to Michael Saylor and Peter McCormack - long time since I have listened to that group.  One of Saylor's lines I wrote down as to needs of sound societies - "communication protocol with integrity".  Does sound like a good thing to have BUT a bit out of reach right now?  Then walked to pool via library to drop off We Begin at the End just as thunder started so...walked home.  Tuned into Solo-aging ZOOM but "sat in the room" for 2 minutes and signed out.  A bit judgmental but I just was not drawn to stay.  So I headed to the pool and so glad I did.  Rain could shut things down the next couple of days.  Then ZEN DC.  Another "glad I did" hour.  

Very good ALDI feeling yesterday - they refunded me fully down to the $.10 recycling $ for the "juice" I purchased that once I deciphered the ingredients list discovered it included the scientific name for Splenda.  No questions asked, I had not saved my receipt, money back.  One good thing about their "distinctive" brand names. 

Today - Run dishwasher, walk, CCLD Emberlight book club at noon -Stories at the Threshold with Jane K. Callahan, CADC at 1 p.m.  If it is an umbrella walk...might be a bit abbreviated.  :)  We will see.  

Think my son is hoping to talk with COSM today in Detroit at job fair.  https://www.cosm.com/detroit  I can't think of a better match of person and company.  We will see.  He is the "one of one" for this "one of one" company.  

The more of an effort you make to bring people into your plans, the more they will appreciate it and the more likely it is you will eventually succeed. Share your hopes for the future with those who are most likely to understand.

Acknowledge where you come from under the Capricorn Moon, dearest Libra, as it brings a nostalgic, family-oriented energy your way. Appreciate the valuable lessons you've learned over the years and how they've made you stronger today. These vibes also highlight the role you play in shaping a new generation. Be mindful of the example you set, taking time to connect with and understand any young people in your midst. You'll have a chance to showcase unique talents once Luna debuts in Aquarius this evening, and you will easily impress those around you. Consider if past hurts are preventing you from moving forward when Chiron stirs tonight. 

It's a long road to becoming exactly the person you want to be, Libra. You can't change who you are. Input from every person you know and lessons from every bump in the road contribute to who you are as a person. Be proud of yourself, but also realize that there's a great deal more internal development that needs to be done. Meditate or be alone for a little while.

A couple of times yesterday the thought of "I am glad I am me" came to me.  My ALDI shopping.  My walking.  Being heard and seen without saying a word in ZEN DC.  I know it is a gift AND I know there are "awareness-es" to be uncovered.   Keep the good thought.  Have a good Tuesday.  

Just in time - a new "calm" picture

Picture from my cousin (really my mother's cousin but much closer in age to our generation than hers) on his walk with his dog yesterday a.m.  Never have been to where he lives but it must be quite the spread AND in a big city.  Must be the outskirts of said city.  :)  

Yesterday - new "worry".  Laptop screen does not go into a rest mode?  Laptop wallpaper never closes down.  Might call the computer guy this week some time.  Back in the day I thought I wanted it to "go grey" so that the picture does not "burn into" the screen?  No idea if that is even a thing.  Oh well.  

Other than worry about that -  Tended to cat for last "shift". Tide pod-seasoned washing machine water. Owner arrived home early evening yesterday!  Sunday sibling call from sister #1.  She has changed up her travel plans - shorter stay when she comes to town in August, traveling alone, and staying at my apt.  Good news - I get to be there for last day of town pool being open and Alameda DC.  Will see if those plans hold.  Lots going on with sister #3 for which sister #1 is running point, along with sister #3's spouse.  Walked to Unionville. Walked to and from pool.  Albany CA DC closed out the day. 

Today - walk, wash clothes, ALDI, walk to and from pool, 4 p.m. ZOOM by Positive Aging, 7:30 p.m. ZEN.  Tuesday - Emberlight ZOOM, 1 p.m. CA DC.  Wednesday - EOLD Nervous System Support! It has been awhile.  :)  Thursday - Rochester DC.  Saturday AUGUST 1 - Lansing.  

Did register for the Aug 9 Ice Cream Social.  Not so much for the ice cream but for the members only extra hour of pool time.  :)

The sun in the friendship area of your chart means you will get plenty of applause if you put on a show. Yes, everyone thinks you are wonderful, but the upcoming full moon will also make people a bit fickle, so don’t overdo it!

Surround yourself with people you aspire to be like, darling Libra, as the Leo Sun aspects Pluto, Neptune, and Uranus. Take notes on the qualities you admire most, considering how you might authentically embody them. You may grow frustrated by limitations holding you back once the Capricorn Moon squares Saturn this afternoon. Accept any disappointment that follows, lick your wounds, reclaim balance, then find a new way forward. Lingering stress will make it difficult to socialize when Luna aligns with Mercury and Venus this evening. Excuse yourself from social environments and nurture your sense of peace. 

Your receptivity to new ideas is stronger than usual today, Libra. Listen to what people say and remember that you can learn from every person you meet. There's a lesson in every situation. Remember to keep your brain exercised, just like any other part of your body. To keep it working properly, you must make sure you give it the daily stimulus that it requires.

Feel a bit mixed on my cosmic messages...but I will let the full moon do its thing and see where I land post full.  :)  Have a good Monday.  

Cat sitting "scare" :)

The cat met me at the door yesterday afternoon so of course I went to worse case scenario.  :)  But I found him "mocking me" in one of the rooms.  I did my chores and left.  This a.m. is my last assignment.  Hope it is a long time before swimming lady leaves town again.  I will never get the "people and pets thing".  Oh well.  

Balance of day - Talked to sister #6 and niece #4.  I had sent them a youtube that I found entertaining.  They did not so much.  Niece due up to my part of state on August 3.  It will mess up my swim schedule, but I am glad she is stopping by.  Email back and forth with sister #4.  I had sent her the same youtube, she agreed with the others...but also sent me an obit for a teacher from former school #2 who was a long standing coach and later field hockey official and lived in sister #4's neck of RI.  Walked to Shoppes, did a recon at ALDI to set my mind on what I will be looking for on Monday.  Confirmed that things I needed were less at ALDI than Shoprite.  Walked to and from pool.  Cat. Called it a day.  Met PD buddy on my walk.  He was off to a concert Sat p.m. of one of his favorites - Kip Moore.  

Today - Cat, walk to Unionville, walk to and from pool, Albany CA DC at 7 p.m.  

As the most balanced sign of the zodiac you are used to meeting people halfway, but if you compromise too much others will surely take advantage of you. The closer you get to Wednesday’s full moon the more you must be on your guard.

You deserve a long, hard rest, darling Libra, as the Capricorn Moon and Chiron align. These vibes are all about relinquishing control, feeling your emotions, and allowing loved ones to nurture you. Self-care practices will feel particularly dreamy when Neptune stirs midafternoon, nudging you to enjoy luxury from the comfort of home. A creative renaissance is upon you once the north node debuts in Aquarius and the south node enters Leo. Artistic potential is maximized during this time, helping you attract exposure and opportunities between now and March 26, 2028. Expect to make valuable friends along the way, and allow fears that stem from experience to dissipate. 

Tune into your dreams today, Libra. Do you often feel intensely jealous thinking the people around you are living amazing lives while you're stuck in a dull, boring routine? The only person who can pull you out of this rut is you, so stop complaining and do it. Change is easier than it seems at first. Let your imagination take control and work toward manifesting your most fanciful goals.

Always have to smile when I am referred to as "balanced".  :)  And in spite of what it looks like on the outside, I do feel deep appreciation for me liking the life I have...with my dull, boring routine...will sit with the thought of acceptance or laziness.  Will see where that thought takes me.  Have a good Sunday.  

Early start today

Taking a calm image to start today.  Not sure why.  No hubbub, just an early morning and two visit to the cat today.  I really don't know the how or why of having pets.  Oh well.  Substituted an ALDI white nectarine for any morning juice item yesterday.  Maybe that is how I will approach the OJ/Newman's lemonade item going forward.  :)  And then more meatballs for meal #2.  Guess that is another thing I don't know the how or why of...food items.  :)  Another oh well.  

So yesterday - walk, read - liking We Begin At the End - walked to and from pool, walked up to cat.  Watched the show that is like a "calm" image on TV - Cycle Around Japan.  Most of it is with subtitles, but the people and the scenery "speak" calm to me.  

Today - watch All-In and an interview with Mark Cuban and Calacanis, go to cat, walk, walk to and from pool, read.  See what else pops in.  

Neptune’s influence in your opposite sign means you can be too easygoing where relationships are concerned, and as Saturn is now beginning its retrograde phase that could have major consequences. In a nutshell, you cannot afford to be so trusting.

Your ideas might not be as outlandish as you think, dear Libra. Consider taking a chance on your dreams as the Sagittarius Moon aspects Venus and Mars, even if you're unsure of where you will land. Visualize your goals coming to fruition if you need to build courage. A-ha moments can emerge as a result, helping you find the missing piece to haphazard plans. Give yourself space to evolve and change course to alleviate any lingering fears as Neptune and Pluto align. These vibes are all about trusting the journey, no matter how many twists and turns you encounter along the way.

Consider going on a trip with a close loved one, Libra. A long-term break from the current reality may be just the thing needed to infuse a new blast of romance into your life. If you're unattached, you might find that going on an adventure to a foreign country results in meeting the love of your life. Broaden your horizons and look to new ways of thinking and believing.

Find a missing piece?  Broaden my horizons?  Wish me luck.  :)  Have a good Saturday.