I shopped for "a thing" not groceries today!

Walked to Shoppes yesterday.  I was on the hunt for a small saucepan. Wanted a replacement for the one I got from my mother decades ago and that "failed" as in not sure what metallic off gassing was being done when I cooked which I tossed and the big spaghetti pot I had from one of sister #1's visits when she was entertaining her classmates at my apt.  The spaghetti pot was a bit of overkill for preparing boiled eggs and one serving of pasta...so I looked at Kohl's, Shoprite, looked at wide world internet.  All the choices seemed a bit steep.  So yesterday I wandered through ALDI on my way back from Shoppes and saw it!  Crofton Mini Ceramic Sauce Pan $5.99.  Right size and a price I could accept.  So I hustled home, got in my car and headed back to ALDI and Shoprite.  ALDI for the pan.  Shoprite for the BridgeFord Parkerhouse rolls for Easter Saturday gathering at sister #4's.  I have been eying them and realized that I was going to miss the sale if I did not buy them yesterday.  So the $4.19 marked price minus sale $1.20 off and additional $1.00 digital coupon - 24 rolls for $1.99.  Again, a price that got me.  :)  Felt accomplished in my "singular" way.  

Once home, I ate then headed to swimming lady's house for Coffee Klatch at 3 p.m.  Got back home at 5:18 p.m.  Swimming lady is off to the Cape in June for her BIL's 90th birthday and she asked me if I would stay at her house and mind the cat.  Thought it was a bit of kismet as son had just mentioned his NYC trip in June.  Maybe that can be our home base if he comes this way.  Big house, great front porch overlooking town.  Have him rent a car.  Might all come together.  

Today - I will try again to walk to Unionville.  Wish me luck that barrier is down and I can make it all the way.  FEN presentation online through the Hemlock Society of San Diego at 4:30 p.m.  Family friend just sent me a text last night that I got this a.m. about a program at our library on Tuesday p.m.  I signed up for it today.  Film Classics: the Most Iconic Scenes in Movie History  Tomorrow I am planning my spring cleaning load of wash - curtains, shower curtains, flannel sheets, little rugs in kitchen and bathroom.  Also confirm shopping list with sister #4 for my Tuesday Shoprite.  

Make an effort to see life from as many different angles as possible over the next seven days. You have been a bit too rigid in your thinking in recent weeks and it hasn’t done you any noticeable favors, so set your mind free.

Envious companions may try to derail other relationships, sweet Libra. Jealousy manifests in unexpected ways while the Leo Moon aspects Chiron, Uranus, and Venus. Don't stoop to the level of those who wish to drag you down. Instead, send a message by investing fully in those who raise you. Drama will blow over as quickly as it arose, but you should take note of issues that have become a pattern. Solitude offers clarity on whether or not you can move forward with certain people once Luna enters Virgo this afternoon. Romance yourself through self-care practices, or enjoy a creative outlet when the Moon, Pluto, and Saturn align later tonight.

Money worries could cause you to resist attending a group event with some friends, Libra. Are you afraid you'll be tempted to spend more than you can afford now? You probably will, but that's no reason to stay away. Leave your checkbook and credit cards at home. Take only a minimal amount of cash. If you see something you can't live without, take the name and number of the vendor for later.

No shopping or paid events for me.  Yesterday was "huge" for me - pan and rolls.  First off Tuesday shopping in quite a while.  :)  Windows wide open day today.  Long walk.  Feels good already.  Should be quiet on the streets - area a bit consumed with basketball as we speak.  I have never watched a full UCONN basketball game since I went to Hartford 15-20 years ago to watch UNC-UCONN women.  Sylvia Hatchell was the coach so it was a bit ago.  Have a good Sunday.  

Coffee Klatch today

Feel a bit "angel and flags" today.  Talked to son on phone for the first time since Dec 2025.  He is getting like sister #1 with his planning for the year.  Looks he will be coming East for a NYC wedding in June.  Maybe see if sister #4 can make that a pool side weekend.  Ending year in TX for a Chili Festival.  The premier chili festival in West Texas during November 2026 is the Original Terlingua International Championship Chili Cook-off, scheduled for November 4–7, 2026.  He and his father will be heading that way.  CDMX and Laguna Beach CA are also on his developing itinerary.  I was glad that perhaps he will be calling in assist on landscaping around his house and his lots.  We will see.  

For me - yesterday dropped off Kellerman at library and then headed to reservoir route.  Not sure how I filled the day.  Am enjoying my latest book.  Lisa Gardner.  Again, no heavy lifting, but fast reading.  

Watching All-In as we speak.  Today walk, Coffee Klatch with one of swimming ladies this afternoon. 

If a friend gets a bit depressed this weekend you must not let them drag you down too. Not everyone can be as calm and emotionally balanced as you are Libra, so make allowances and do what you can to help them see the light again.

Remember that imitation is a form of flattery, darling Libra, as the Leo Moon boosts your popularity and role as a trendsetter. Though it can be frustrating to see others emulate your style and unique point of view, it will also motivate you to stay on your game. Push the limits of your own creativity, staying one step ahead of the copycats. Those who are determined to live their truth will recognize your authenticity, thanks to a sweet connection between Saturn and Pluto. Empowering friendships, status, and the possibility for romance will emerge if you continue to evolve and nurture passions. 

Incredible feelings of enthusiasm, optimism, and sheer joy could fill your heart and mind today, Libra. Your life is changing in a positive way, and even though it may not be readily apparent, you're sensing it intuitively. Romance with someone from far away could be in the offing. If you're a writer, publishing is right around the corner. The only downside is that you might feel panicky, as if all this will disappear. Stay focused!

I am not seeing myself in my cosmic guidance, but I will take note and keep eyes and hearts open.  :)  Have a good Saturday.  

Last weekend of March 2026... :)

Post window ballet, left for my walk yesterday with all windows wide open in the apartment.  So invigorating.  Going to be a bit cooler today but have office window open as I write this a.m.  So yesterday - walked with stops at PD to talk to dispatcher about is presentation to the BOS on Wed night, then to Shoppes, then to library to restock.  Finished Kellerman this a.m.  Scoped out Shoprite for things I need to buy on Tuesday for Easter.  :)  No outreach from son.  I told him to wait until his company was gone.  "Cocktails and Clay" was an event this week.  

Listening to the weatherman as we speak.  In 50's as we speak, but that is the high temp for the day.  But today will be good walk day.  Drop off Kellerman and then head to reservoir and home.  Will hope to hear from sister #6 today as to her first week without a dog.  Did hear from niece #1 - she liked my happy anniversary email and was just back from a weekend in St Augustine FL where they celebrated.  Love that a favorite place for me is a favorite place for her and her husband.  :)

Cosmic activity in your opposite sign means you will have to tailor your actions to what colleagues expect of you, but that should be no great hardship. You are on the same wavelength for most things, so work together to your mutual benefit.

Goals you've been nurturing will take off in unexpected ways, darling Libra. Brace for change and stand proudly in your accomplishments as the Cancer Moon aspects Uranus before entering Leo. A boost in popularity follows these wins, and peers will be eager to learn from your successes. Use your influence to inspire and elevate others while Neptune stirs, leading with love to bring communities together. Romantic connections also benefit from these vibes, and merging social spheres will prove successful. Consider how you and your partner in crime might improve each other's standing when Luna aligns with Saturn, Pluto, and the Sun this evening. 

A keen ability on your part to blend the worlds of intellect and intuition could well surface today, Libra. The ability to focus both these methods of perception into material reality is apt to give a boost to your career and educational efforts. It also could enhance your romantic life. Anything begun or completed today has an advantage. Try to look closely at this new tendency and make it last. It's definitely a plus!

Will keep eyes open today to see what comes to me.  Have a good Friday.  

Window ballet day!

Woke up to 3:33 a.m. on Wednesday, stepped out of shower to start wrapping up my day at 3:33 p.m.  Worked on FEN blog post, walk with family friend, EOLD, cleaned apt including the spring window ballet - storm to screen, bed relocation AND the flip and rotate for the mattress...  Missed text from son while I had my phone off during EOLD, and after he was out and about with his company from St Augustine.  First phone based communique with him since Dec 23 2025.  Only text, but maybe that is good to ease back into non-written word communication.  :)   Watched FBI, TMZ.  FEN webinar ended the day.

Woke up at 5:00 a.m. this a.m.  Guess the bed ballet "set" a good sleeping angle.  Today nothing on my paper calendar.  Am working on a list - may have two loads of washing next week as part of "spring" - rugs, curtains, flannel sheets, etc.  Enjoying my latest Kellerman.  Low brow batch of books.  Do need to restock today or tomorrow.  

Stand back from all the noise and confusion and try to get an overview of what’s going on around you. The best way to dispel fear is to know what the danger is, so let go of knee-jerk opinions and open your eyes to reality.

Auspicious vibes filter into your professional life, dear Libra, thanks to a sweet union between the Cancer Moon and Jupiter. Pursue the day with a distinct purpose, recognizing that you have the experience and ability to accomplish your goals. The energy picks up while Mars activates this afternoon, giving you a chance to gain valuable recognition. Jump in if you see an opportunity to take charge, and your superiors are sure to notice. Soften up when Venus and Chiron join forces, releasing stress by investing in self-care or enjoying a romantic evening. Acknowledge if your agenda needs some reordering once Luna stirs tonight. 

A website or TV documentary could put you in touch with a promising educational or spiritual organization whose goals and aims seem to jibe perfectly with your own, Libra. This could capture your interest and cause you to want to learn more. A friend may also want to explore this territory. Attend a class or workshop together and experience the programs directly. You may want to get actively involved.

Will see if I get a call from son.  Up and away for temps today.  Will spend as mus

Can I say "interesting day" again?...

Woke up to 3:33 a.m. today.  After yesterday and the email waiting for me this a.m....my writing stirred up a hornet's nest with the blog team.  There is a published writer who is not a fan...I will stay quiet for awhile.  

But yesterday - Shoprite - $46.07/$20.93 day.  I got "taken" by the coffee sale...$9.99 for 26 ounce can of CFONs.  :)  Walk, CA DC, ran dishwasher and walked up to library for the Compassion & Choices/CT Death Collective presentation of Other Side - documentary about Lynda Bluestein.  Room was in tears by the end.  Very well done.  Family friend was there and she gave me a ride home.  Was prepared to walk home in the dark, but appreciated the ride.

Today - spent too much time responding to blog team re email that was waiting for me this a.m., walk with family friend, clean apt, thinking of making the bed move to spring through fall location and doing the window ballet/flannel sheet change out.  Will see what I feel like post walk.  Watch Monday's FBI episode.  Looks like Easter at sister #4.  Niece #4 and husband will be in attendance so I told her to bring her scissors because her aunt needs a haircut.  Her mother (sister #6) did it in Jan 2025.  That is when #6 asked me about I felt about Dorothy Hamill.  A bit short on that cut.  The niece seems to have a more controlled hand.  And as sister #4 commented when I said I needed the little one to bring her scissors and schedule a slot for a cut - "Thank God! We might need more than a day for that!"  I also gave my feedback on what I felt capable of bringing to the turkey dinner line up.  Rolls, cranberry, butter (not shaped), gravy (or has that been mastered using turkey droppings?), corn - can all be on my list for Tuesday.  Let me know if anything else comes to mind.  Attendees - sisters 4, 6 and niece #4 and husband know that I only shop on Tuesdays so they need to let me know by then.  :)  At noon -  EOLD - "A Book for Your Doula Tool Kit  - Meet Jan Booth and Trish Rux, the authors of Dying Matters: 8 Conversations That Can Change Your Life. Learn their WHY for writing the book and how you can use it with clients and families." Then tonight - FEN's Choosing Switzerland. Learn from those who've been there.  Nothing on my paper calendar after that until Sunday.  

Have not heard from son yet post return to states.  He has people coming to town, so it might be next week.  I am thinking he is doing some stateside catch up.  

If you find your way blocked by a seemingly immovable object today don’t try to smash through it or find a way around. Just bide your time and wait for the moment when the obstacle moves aside of its own volition, which it will.

Build up relationships that inspire you to act responsibly without squandering your ability to have fun. As the Aries Sun aligns with Saturn and Pluto, emotions intensify with those who offer security. Consider who imparts wisdom, but doesn't wish to change who you are. Unfortunately, this process may trigger unwelcome revelations about certain connections you've invested in. As the Cancer quarter Moon squares Neptune and Saturn, it might be difficult to face these truths. However, you could get trapped in a loop of dissatisfaction if you ignore red flags in favor of romantic whims. Seize control over your own actions once Mercury and the nodes of fate stir this evening, taking steps to improve your circumstances.

 It doesn't seem fair that your workload has increased these last few days. Never mind that you still have all of your normal tasks to do, your boss expects you to finalize a new budget and write a proposal as well? Enlist the help of others if you can. If you can't, simply do the best you can without sacrificing time with your family and loved ones. Ultimately, Libra, the latter is more important.

Have a good Wednesday.  

transformation is painful but possible...

There was nothing you could have done to prevent this or that bad break. But here you are. Facing it. That's life. Stuff happens. Then what?  More from Daily Stoic.  Email from son waiting in my inbox this a.m.  He was boarding in Miami at 8 p.m. last night.  Back in US after 3 months in CDMX.  It is going to be an adjustment.  Will see what he has to say.  He does have friends coming to town for a ceramics conference - NCECA’s 60th conference, Volumes, takes place in Detroit, Michigan, March 25 - 28, 2026.  Will see when I hear from him.  No phone calls or texts - my request - while he was away.  Written word only via email.  No international plan or What's App for me.  But more for protection from worrying.  

Yesterday was not a pretty day, but no umbrella and I started my usual Monday reservoir route at 10:40 a.m. and ran into someone at the reservoir and did not get home until 1 p.m.  Added a few miles to my route.  :)  Did wash when I got back.  Watched town meeting online.  Will watch the ending once it is posted.  Almost done with Reacher book.  Today - Shoprite, run dishwasher, CA DC, documentary at town library.  Compassion & Choices and Connecticut Death Collective reps will be there.  Very curious who will be in the room from town.  Will walk up and back is my plan tonight.  Weather is supposed to improve today.  

You may have to cancel your social plans this weekend to focus on your work but you will be happy to do so. A fantastic Mars-Jupiter link will bring opportunities to move up on the work front and you are not about to waste them.

Blessings will leave you busy this morning, dear Libra. As the Gemini Moon and Mars square off, it's important to show the other side that you're willing to work for your dreams. Difficult decisions may be needed if multiple opportunities arise at once. If you're unsure of what to do, ask for additional time. If you don't have the luxury of weighing your options before moving forward, trust your instincts and avoid succumbing to fear. Be generous with your love when Luna aspects Venus and Chiron this evening, allowing sweet connections to dissolve any weight you've been carrying. 

You're apt to be especially attuned to the thoughts and feelings of partners at this time, Libra. In fact, you might find yourself picking up so much that it's a bit overwhelming. Nonetheless, it is an advantage. You'll probably know instinctively what those around you want, and this new sensitivity should definitely score you some points with business and romantic partners alike. Don't be afraid to make use of it. That's what it's there for.

Working on another blog post for FEN.  Will see if I get there.  Today - enjoy the weather change and the documentary event tonight.  See where it takes me.  Have a good Tuesday.  

"Off" Sunday... :)

Had to smile when I read this yesterday.  Walking as a Stoic practice.  :)  Cold and gross out per the weatherman yesterday.  SO glad it waiting until later in the day yesterday.  I left the apt yesterday at 8:45 a.m. and let the landlord know so he could get to the work needed to get the pipe work fixed and keep the water off to my apt off for as little time as possible.  I wandered until 1 p.m. but headed home then.  Was just coming back from using the public restroom at the Town Hall when I ran into the landlord who was getting ready to call me at 2 p.m.!!  Much more than he anticipated.  Always the case when working on a building is over 200 yrs old.  :)  Another "hiccup" in my Sunday plan - I was heading out for my RTT to Unionville for the first time in a long time and found the Burlington to Unionville route was blocked off.  Trees must have caused some issues with all the snow/rain/wind weather of late.  Will try again next Sunday.

So my route yesterday - to Burlington and back, then to the Shoppes, then home.  Making sure I stopped along the way to use public restrooms not know what I was going to find when I got home.  :)  

Spoke to sister #1 and niece #2.  They left for Venice last night.  Wrote an email to send this a.m. to niece #1 to wish her Happy Anniversary today.  Spoke to sister #4 as she landed from her flight home from Florida.  Sisters are checking in on sister #6 as she moved through her "dog re-homing" of Saturday.  

FEN boss shared with me to share my latest writing with the blog team.  Will see what they have to say.  

Tonight no ZEN DC, but BOF budget workshop.  I will go or tune in.  Will see how I feel tonight.  

If you let a rival get inside your head today they won’t hesitate to play on your doubts and fears. This is one of those occasions when you would be wise to erect a barrier between yourself and the outside world, albeit a temporary one.

You'll be in a position of influence and abundance, dearest Libra, with a desire to share what you've gained. Spoiling loved ones will remind you of the hidden pleasures success can provide, as the Gemini Moon aspects Neptune, the Sun, Saturn, and Pluto. If you can help others actualize their own dreams, now is a good time to offer support. Romantic connections will feel particularly elevating. Chemistry grows when philosophical discussions are exchanged or adventures shared. If you're overdue for an outing, get away with your favorite person. Outline a strategy to catch up on your to-do lists while Luna squares the nodes of fate and Mercury later today. 

Whatever work you do today could go more slowly than usual, Libra, as you're apt to be a bit distracted. You may be preoccupied with the past, especially with feelings and events you thought you'd long forgotten that affect your mood in various ways. This might be a good day to concentrate on routine tasks that you can do automatically, if possible. That way you'll be as productive as always.

Might think about barriers...  I am anxious about son's travel back to states if that is still on.  Will hope that the rain stops for a walk later.  It was an umbrella walk yesterday.  Oh well.  Have a good Monday.