Dumplings saved the day

Lunch was a hit even with the snowy, sleeting weather.  Dumplings, soup/salad/fried rice filled me up.  Went for an abbreviated walk before the snow started in earnest.  Then did some "clean up on aisle 6" on sidewalk and parking spaces in back.  Will go out and sand and salt this a.m.  It was still raining when I called it a day.

Can't think of much else from my day yesterday.  Guess the town hall writing was a distraction.  

Today - walk once it gets above freezing.  Not sure what the streets or walkways are going to be like...Nothing on my paper calendar.  Will listen to All-In and then see what the algorithms have in store for me.  

You are due a lucky break on the work front and the planets suggest strongly that it will arrive this weekend. Even if it doesn’t your stock will continue to rise and it won’t be long before an opportunity to prove yourself comes along.

Celebrate what makes loved ones unique, darling Libra, as the Aries Moon aligns with Mars and Chiron. Revving up family and friends will generate excitement for your own passions, and may spice up romantic affairs. Simplify your life by choosing smoother pathways as the hours unfold, saving bigger issues for another day. You’ll feel steady and more prepared to take on conflict or changes you’ve been avoiding once Luna enters Taurus later today. You might struggle to stay organized when the Sun and Pluto activate tonight, but you will need order and consistency to avoid falling off track.

There are plenty of opportunities out there, and you’re tempted to seize every one of them. Well, Libra, a bit of discrimination is in order if you’re going to make the best use of the auspicious atmosphere. Travel is definitely in the picture, as is continuing your education in some way. It could be something simple, such as enrolling in a cooking class at an adult education center. Or perhaps you're going to fulfill a lifelong ambition and apply to business school. Good for you!

Due a lucky break, simplify my life, bit of discrimination...I will let life come to me today and it is not a problem today to be simple and restrained and solitary.  Keep a good thought that this last week of February ahead clears the way for calm and safety.  Have a good Saturday. 

might have written myself out already this a.m. :)

Lots of thoughts this a.m. from town meeting last night.  What a thankless job being a town leader in this day and time...We will see where budget talks take the town.

Yesterday - was prompted by BOA to change password.  Hope that is the last of my issues of late. Good walk, great massage, BOS meeting.  I "invested" $.30 to print out my list of town "issues".  Glad I ended up just sitting back and listening.  As I said, thankless job ahead for BOS, BOF, BOE...  First Selectman called me out to lead the Pledge of Allegiance.  Should have combed my hair.  :)

Today dumpling lunch with family friend for her birthday.  Looking forward to that.  Will see about walking with the weather moving in.  Might be "a day" today.  

If you aim for perfection today you will fall just a little bit short and be annoyed with yourself that you did not go all the way. Aim instead just to do better than your rivals, because they are still a long way behind your high standards.

Fall in love with life all over again, sweet Libra. As the Aries Moon brings a spark to the air, you're cosmically poised to rekindle connections and personal passions that have lost some heat. Consider how you can approach each situation with a fresh perspective. Combating negative thoughts with positive ones will help level out strained dynamics or environments. Accept your role in maintaining balance to ensure the rest of your world moves smoothly. Applaud the success of loved ones when Luna squares Jupiter midafternoon, but continue to focus on aspirations you've set for yourself. If you need advice or assistance, ask for it.

Some interesting moneymaking opportunities are likely to come your way, Libra, either today or in the near future. It could be that it’s time for a new job, one that promises faster progress through the ranks and more financial stability. Once you get past a certain age, working on commission loses its appeal. You’re ready for steady growth in your portfolio. Perhaps you should seek a financial planner for steps you could take right now to improve your bottom line.

I am going to hang my hat on "fall in love with life all over again".  It has been such a trying time since Feb 9...cosmic guidance today gives me a bit of boost.  :)  Keep a good thought that I keep my mind, heart and spirit open to taking it in,  Have a good Friday.  

Some recovery yesterday :)

I had definitely lost my spark last week.  Feel a bit more steady from my shaky of last week.  Also family friend showed up with a handheld vacuum and we took care of the remaining sand/salt in the trunk of car.  :)  Things like that "get" me riled up.  

Balance of yesterday - clean apt, vacuumed, walked, EOLD, Reimagine event interesting conversation, passed on the 8 p.m. SDE discussion - too late for me to be an enthusiastic listener.  GREAT dinner again - second round of chicken parm and the great new side - pasta, bacon bits, peas...best side ever.  :)

Today - walk, massage, town discussion.  I will go to the 6 p.m. town meeting.  Tomorrow dumpling lunch for family friend's birthday.

Serious times call for serious solutions and at some point between now and the weekend you will have to make a decision that you know many of your friends and family members won’t like. That’s tough. Your interests matter more than theirs.

The Pisces Moon and Uranus shake up your morning plans, dear Libra, asking you to reevaluate procedures you've grown accustomed to. Make mindfulness a part of your routine, connecting with your body, emotions, and surroundings. Remember that you can lean on loved ones when Luna enters Aries, uniting with Saturn and Neptune this afternoon. If you're in a relationship, it's essential to discuss shared goals. Determine what can be done now to improve your situation, then work your way upwards as a team. Having fun or collaborating on creative outlets will be the key to deepening heart bonds while Pluto stirs later today.

 Some disappointing news could put you into a rather gloomy state at some point today, Libra. Someone close to you might suddenly have to leave town for several weeks and you'll be lonely without them. There isn’t much point in dwelling on this, however. You'll just have to stay in touch via phone or email and look forward to the time when your friend comes back. You should be pretty busy during those days, anyway!

Not sure what my cosmic guidance is prepping me for.  I am over serious and disappointing...keep a good thought that I am in the right place at the right time mentally, physically and emotionally.  Have a good Thursday.   

No good deed goes unpunished :)

Woke up to a 3:33 a.m.  Will try and stand strong today.  Yesterday had my Shoprite shop - $35/$20 day.  Had a schedule error in that I stopped by DPW on my way to Shoprite and on my travel the bucket tipped and sand/salt fell into truck and into crack between trunk and back seat...Will go back down today to try and get more out. Will hope landlord has a shop vac that can reach my car.  I don't want it eating away what little is not rusted already.  :)  Then walk.  Then CA DC.  No SD DC.  Not sure why.  Today - Clean the apartment (and car), EOLD, Reimagine event, SDE event.  Am thinking no walk with family friend due to weather.  We will see.  

Worry quotient is still a bit high even on my worry chart which always runs hot...But I was reminded again in CA DC that the cosmos is active and I don't live in a vacuum.  :)  Ash Wednesday, Ramadan - What is it about this time of the year?  I am thinking the world should be more in tune with February of each year rather than we put our Nov/Dec holidays...  BUT tomorrow is massage Thursday and BOS budget meeting that I will be going to.  

The hour hand on the cosmic clock has moved forward and the focus of your efforts over the next four weeks or so will be more on your everyday routines than on big creative plans. The devil is always in the details, so stay sharp.

You’re reminded that wellness is a never-ending journey, dear Libra, as the Sun enters Pisces. Embrace holistic practices that support your mind, body, and emotions. When one of these elements falls out of balance, the others will too. Bring more awareness to how your moods, focus, and energy levels fluctuate throughout the coming weeks. If you already have specific health goals in mind, recommit to them once Jupiter activates midmorning. If unrealistic timelines or aspirations have caused you to give up in the past, modify your expectations. Outline plans of action and get organized while the Pisces Moon and Mercury unite later today.

The day may be temporarily plagued by scandal of some sort, Libra. Some of your entourage, particularly women, may gather in conspiratorial gossip. Your curiosity will definitely be aroused, but don't be tempted to join them. There is more to the situation than meets the eye, and you'll want to know all the facts before jumping to conclusions. Concentrate on your own interests and worry about the scandal later!

Not feeling where to go with my cosmic guidance...will check the weather and my car and go from there.  :)  Have a good Wednesday.  

Writing a Credo...I am searching for the answer to this last week :)

Credo from Friday discussion with follow up group today.  I needed it as a reminder to put some of my thoughts down in short form.  Taxes done, credit check, more account checking, order checks...trying to calm my mind after the last week.  Wish me luck.  

Kicked off the week yesterday.  Did my load of wash.  Walked to the Shoppes to do recon for today's shopping.  Saw some items I would have missed today.  Doing everything I can to make sure that I don't have what happened last week happen again.  I am already a bit "hypervigilant"...but need to be smarter.  I want to be smart but not as deeply worried.  BUT I cannot ignore the ways I have been supported and watched after these last few days.  

Swung by and picked up my taxes yesterday.  Don't really need to file per the tax lady - no taxable events, but I want to "be on the rolls" for some strange reason.  Will definitely do it anyone for 2026 based on this start of the year.  Went to Mettle discussion and PA DC.  Good calming places for me.  AND chicken parm and a pasta dish delivered by landlady for my meal #2 today!

Today - run dishwasher, Shoprite, swing by DPW to refill sand/salt.  Weather looks a bit iffy for tomorrow and end of week as to ice events. Walk. Then CA DC, the SD DC.  

Because today’s eclipse takes place in your fellow air sign of Aquarius you will be brimful of confidence and eager to impress on the big stage. If you feel you have something to prove now is the time to give it your very best shot.

You’ll feel as though a weight has been lifted, sweet Libra, as the Aquarius New Moon offers fresh beginnings. This energy promotes independence, creativity, and playfulness, urging you to listen to your heart and honor its desires. Failing to follow one's passions and nurture personal interests could lead to an identity crisis six months from now. If you’re more focused on friendships than pursuing artistic outlets, get more creative with your activities to ensure you and your comrades are constantly evolving. Luna’s debut into Pisces highlights the emotional bonds you share with colleagues, helping you cultivate a healthy work environment. Venus aspects the nodes of fate later tonight, asking you to elevate your wellness journey.

 Children or possibly some close friends or a love interest could be upset today, Libra. The financial coffers aren't full enough to afford something they think they absolutely have to have right now. You might find yourself having to soothe their feelings, reassuring them that "not now" doesn't necessarily mean "never." If they don't respond, don't keep pushing. They'll have to come to terms with the situation in their own way.

February 17, 2026, marks a major energetic shift, featuring both the Lunar New Year (beginning the Year of the Fire Horse) and a potent New Moon Annular Solar Eclipse in Aquarius. This "Ring of Fire" eclipse acts as a catalyst for sudden, transformative change, pushing for innovation, freedom, and breaking outdated patterns.  AND add to that Fat Tuesday.  This eclipse marks the start of a new, two-year, fated, or karmic cycle, specifically along the Aquarius-Leo axis. It encourages leaving behind the familiar (South Node) to embrace future-oriented, innovative, and humanitarian goals.  I am on board for transformative change, innovation, freedom and breaking outdated patterns.  Fingers crossed.

Have a good Tuesday in all its deepest meanings.  

Finally a holiday I can get my head around... :)

Random Kindness Week?  I had not heard of it and am not quite sure what led me to its discovering but - as I wrote to the two siblings I spent my day with yesterday:  "Random Acts of Kindness Week 2026 runs from Saturday, February 14, to Friday, February 20, 2026, with the core celebration, Random Acts of Kindness Day, on Tuesday, February 17. This annual event encourages daily, intentional acts of kindness, aiming to create a ripple effect of positivity, compassion, and community support in schools and workplaces. I hope I feel the ripple.  🙏 Thanks for my day today!"  

After the week of intrusion and challenges, I will look forward to this week.  And again - hope I feel the ripple.  In a week I already had noted with my son - The week of February 15, 2026, is a high-energy, transformative period marked by intense, rebellious, and revolutionary energy as the Aquarius Sun squares Uranus in Taurus on Feb 16. Key themes include a major Solar Eclipse in Aquarius, urging a fresh, forward-looking perspective, alongside significant planetary alignments that foster deep personal and global changes. We will see where kindness and revolutionary cosmic energy take us.  Fingers crossed for good.

Glad I went to the library this week and restocked.  Finished a book on Saturday.  Started a new one Sunday.  The Aviator and the Showman and The Last Runaway to follow.  

Yesterday - left for sister #4's at 8:17 a.m.  Got there about 9:50 a.m.  Walked down to a curling match that was going on at her local town rink.  Had sister #6 pick us up there.  Chatted then headed to Weekapaug to walk along the beach and amongst the houses where "the other half lives".  Beautiful neighborhood, but again reminded that 80% of the houses stand vacant all but 3 months of the year...what a waste of real estate, but I am thinking the real estate these people live in the other months is probably breathtaking too.  Oh well.  Then to Tavern 265 for lunch.  Just opened so it is still working on some stuff...but good in my mind. Back to sister #6's for some chocolate covered strawberries she made. Then I drove home. Got call from CA DC friend.  He was on his way to an in person DC at Fernwood Cemetery. :) Stopped for Happy Gas @ $2.59 per gal.  Home at 5:30-ish.  Left RI at 3:51 p.m.  Sister #6 checked in at 6 p.m. for her arrival home.  

Today follow up to Friday Mettle Health conversation and PA DC.  Need to check the weather as to walk timing.  Think it is all clear today, but just in case.  Just looked - looks good 28 degrees already at 3:57 a.m.!!!

Tomorrow’s solar eclipse takes place in the most dynamic area of your chart, making it easy to push ahead with your plans and get done in a day what might at other times have taken you a week or even a month to complete.

Go all out when it comes to creative expression, dearest Libra. A powerful alliance between the Aquarius Moon and Mars brings an added punch to the talents you place on display. Have fun in all facets of your life, choosing loud clothes, eccentric hairstyles, and playful interactions. You could find yourself in the mood to take a few risks, but avoid going too far. Discuss professional growth with colleagues and superiors who can help you move up once Mercury and Jupiter align this afternoon. Wind down with someone special to level out your energy while Chiron stirs this evening.  

A minor conflict with a romantic partner in the morning is likely to end with a tearful reunion and much reassurance by mid-afternoon. The end of the day could find the two of you planning a romantic trip abroad, even down to the restaurants you want to try! Discussions of spiritual or psychic matters could also bring you closer together. All in all, it’s a tumultuous but romantic day.

I will look to the getting things done since no romantic tumult to address.  :)  So walk, Mettle, PA DC.  "Holiday" for many.  Will see where my energy goes.  Have a good Monday.  

Short road trip and some calm?

A bit of calm and distraction today?  I will give it my best.  Off to RI to meet up with sisters #4 & 6.  Will see what the day brings.  

Yesterday - more monitoring of things, checking every online thing I can think of.  Good long walk.  In bed in the 5 p.m. hour.  Sleep has been restless of late, 3:39 a.m. as we speak.  Tension in my mind and body.  Will see where the week takes me.

Over the next few days you will be in one of those moods when you genuinely believe you can take on all comers and win. That’s a great place to be but you need to recognize that, while you may be big, you’re not yet the biggest.

Loyalty doesn't always pay off, dear Libra, and it might be time to review all your options. As the Aquarius Moon and Pluto join forces, be mindful of how certain relationships or situations have impeded your own growth. Prioritize the path toward empowerment, and say farewell to unbalanced dynamics. Breaking free will be easier than you thought once you've taken those first steps. Pull from creative instincts to ensure your next chapter is rooted in authenticity. Expect pushback from loved ones as the Sun and Uranus square off, revealing who has your best interests at heart and who reacts out of jealousy.

An argument with your partner could have you feeling very disheartened and somewhat depressed today, Libra. Yet you probably are too shaken up to feel like discussing it with him or her. Spend the day keeping yourself busy and working off your frustration. Forget about it for a while, Libra. This should enable you to see the situation more objectively, so that you'll be in the proper frame of mind to kiss and make up when the evening comes.

No partner to worry about, but feels like the week ahead might have some push and pull...I will stay open and alert - the best I can.  Have a bit of a hole to dig out of after this past week, but here I go.  Have a good Sunday.