Nature

Got a pic from family friend who is recuperating from an operation but had to rally to chase a bear away from their chickens.  One chicken did not escape.  Told her that is another reason I like living on Main St and not out in the country.  :)  And more nature today.  Rainy day.  Will see where that takes me as I plan my day.  Two things on my paper calendar.  Niece #4 stopping by at noon.  3 p.m. FEN ZOOM.  But before ZOOM - Washing clothes.  Bank to cash check.  Shoprite.  ALDI.  

Yesterday - Sibling call. Walked to/from Unionville, walked to/from pool.  Watched Open Mind. ICT news.  Read.  Feel like I am forgetting to do something...but can't identify the gap.  :/  Will see if the feeling goes away.

You will have to face up to an unpleasant fact of life over the next 24 hours, and then you will have to convey that unpleasant fact to other people who most likely don’t want to hear it. Let them know it’s for their own good.

You'll be in exceptionally social spirits, dear Libra, as the Aries Moon, Jupiter, and Leo Sun align to help you look and feel your best. If you've been secretly harboring a new relationship, now is a good time to go public with your commitment. Those on the hunt or in love also stand to benefit from these vibes, and online connections or matches made through mutual friends may prove successful. The importance of ritual is highlighted when Luna and Saturn unite later today. Establish a set date night or more consistent self-care routines to invite more romance and harmony into your life.

This isn't a good day to travel, Libra, especially by air. Long lines at the ticket counter, endless delays, and lost luggage could be the result. This may not even be a good day to plan a trip, although you can consider your options. If you must fly today, get to the airport early, travel light, and take something good to read. That will make it bearable.

No worry about travel or love.  Will be on the lookout for harmony.  Have a good Monday.  

Finally a Carolla episode to watch :)

Not Home Depot or Malibu reconstruction but about one of his cars - race prep.  Was waiting for an episode where he was speaking about something I knew nothing about but not about the state of affairs of the country.  But I just realized it was only 3 minutes long.  Oh well.  But moving on to Sage Steele show.  She used to live in my town.  :)  But not watchable.  Oh well. :)

Yesterday - lazy morning.  Finished my W&T book, started Ignatius, got online for Lansing, and walked to/from pool dropping off book at library at the way.  Day filled in nicely.  

Today - walk to/from Unionville, walk to/from pool.  Nothing on paper calendar.  

Monday - Did do Shoprite coupons this morning.  Looks like it will be a Shoprite/Aldi Monday shopping.  Cheese coupon, Colgate Total coupon.  Also if it rains - get to bank to cash cat tending check.  Niece at 1-ish. 3 p.m. FEN.  Pool after FEN is my thought if they don't close pool.  

Your ruling planet Venus moves into your sign later this week and almost immediately you will feel more relaxed both in your personal affairs and in your work. Between now and then aim to resolve any disputes you may have with other people.

Slowly let trusted allies in on your latest schemes, dear Libra, and commission help from those willing to give it. As the Pisces Moon aspects Mars and Venus, you can make great strides with solid teammates by your side. Shift gears and indulge in softer activities once Luna enters Aries this afternoon. Romantic interactions, self-care practices, and quests for balance mesh well with these vibes. Suppose you've been struggling with inconsistent energy. Levels, now is a good time to address underlying causes. Taking a chance on your dreams could pay off in ways you never thought possible when Luna connects with Pluto, Neptune, and Uranus tonight.  

You're riding a wave of prosperity and things are looking up for you, Libra. The situation today may appear too good to be true. The bad news is that's probably the case. It may be that the truth is being masked, and that there's a great deal of speculation and hype causing a frenzy of activity. Feel free to join the frivolity but realize that the bubble may burst tomorrow.

I will avoid any frivolity so no pop tomorrow.  :)  Have a good Sunday.  

The week never "settled in" :) But it is "rabbit, rabbit, rabbit" time.

Picture of another calming place.  Keene NY where one leg of family did the right thing with an inheritance, our leg of the family did not find its way in time...think about that a lot lately as to what should have been discussed before our parents died as to our responsible as the next generation post an inheritance.  Water under the bridge, but I still feel the flow of that river.  

And speaking of water...one lap in, thunder, pool closed yesterday.  Could have waited out the thunder closure, but gave it up and walked back home.  Could have walked back up.  But did not.  Just like the feeling this a.m.  Set the bar low as to what I was going to accomplish.  5:49 a.m. right now and I stayed in bed with my coffee to finish W&T Book Club book - Black Woods Blue Sky by Eowyn Ivey.  Another book that I would never thought I would like but I loved it right to the end.  Am glad I picked up another book for the bedside stand this week.  The latest Daniel Silva.  So I have the Ignatius and the Silva.  No shape shifting, mythological in either of those.  :)

So yesterday, did my month end report.  Not too bad.  More of "Even Stephen" than any windfall but that is "my way". Walked, walked to/from pool, read.  Today Lansing DC, walk to/from pool.  Might push myself to stay in the pool a bit longer to make up for yesterday but...with the ambition level I have showed yesterday and today...not "shooting for the moon" is the understatement of the week.  But not in a bad way.  

You won’t take kindly to criticism this weekend but if you are smart you will listen to what friends and work colleagues have to say. It could be they can see errors that you are too close too and therefore have managed to overlook.

Stay busy with activities or projects that put you at ease, dearest Libra. The Pisces Moon brings a harmonious flow to your day, encouraging you to release stress and pent-up emotions. Processing complex feelings won't feel like such a chore when you embrace productive yet pleasurable tasks. If you don't have a hobby or passion to work with, tidying up your space or tending to the garden can provide the soothing your spirit craves. Zoom out to focus on big picture agendas while Luna aspects Mercury this evening, and new ideas will trickle in to fill any gaps in your plans.

Be a bit more selective in terms of where you put your energy today, Libra. Don't waste your time with situations that aren't healthy or conducive to your aims. You may find it hard to get motivated, but this is fine. This is a good day to lay low. Your energy is apt to feel rather sluggish, so be conservative with how you use it. Pace yourself throughout the day.

Good day to lay low.  Pace myself.  Big picture.  Criticism.  I am open to all today.  :)  Have a good Saturday.  

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.