Mondays do feel better with my change of "schedule"

Feel that I run on a "higher frequency" on Mondays now that they are shopping and wash clothes days.  :)  Always makes me smile when I see/feel change with just the smallest recalibration of activity.  Of course yesterday was helped by being 72 versus 102 from last week.  But there were some other "lifts" too.

Picture of a place I pass everyday on my walks.  My town at the riverbend.  :)  Had already "seasoned" the water last Thursday for washing clothes - that is "a thing" when using those Tide pods to make sure they dissolve and not stick to clothes - when I sprayed cherry juice on my white shirt so I was ready to go there.  Headed out for walk early - 8 a.m.  55/45% without/with umbrella on the walk.  Not as bad as I had anticipated with all the weathermen talk.  Then to FIC "office hours" with new Executive Directors.  Heard about a new IC - https://www.olamina.homes - near Winston-Salem.  Timing is an issue.  IF the concept was going to work for me, I would like to be a renter in a community's ADU to help someone younger pay off their investment...the Chip Conley/Golden Girls approach but less "aging with privilege" feel.  As I shared yesterday - I am looking for a place to live and die supported by like minded people.  But at the same time helping younger people meet their long term goals. A term I saw - "regenerative adult living".  Regenerative adult living moves beyond traditional "retirement" by focusing on restoring the mind, body, and the environment. Instead of just maintaining health, these communities use practices like organic farming and daily wellness routines to help adults stay active, connected, and continuously grow.  I saw stats like - "Boomers represent 42% of all homebuyers and over half of sellers."  "Boomers own nearly twice their share of American homes with 3 or more bedrooms."  Seems to be lots of opps for helping the next generation make their lifestyle move that is appropriate and meeting the needs of so many soloagers.  Just my thought.

So walk, FIC, wash clothes, FEN Chosen Death Forum with a very good conversation.  Took care of balance of 2026 RMD conveyances in my intergenerational transfer way.  :)

As to Shoprite/ALDI.  My ALDI purchases all worked at lower prices - peaches, red grapes, white bread.  5 items, $14.67.  Shoprite:  Spent $13.79/Saved $8.95.  Krusteaz pancake box mix - $2.24, CON coffee - 26 ounces for $9.99, bananas.  3 items, $13.79.  If I could find a cheaper sub for grapes...I will be on the look out.  :)

Did make note of my car mileage yesterday.  184,672.  7/3/2025 - 183,103. 7/27/2024 - 181,415.  Plan to get my annual oil change later this month.  Going to go to a new place that the swimming ladies use now that there is no one I know at the place I have been going to.  Will see if they have any bandaids for the rattle and roll.  

Today it is still raining. Pool was closed yesterday so no swimming.  Plan is run dishwasher, walk, porch lunch with swimming ladies, swim. I will drive the 86 yr old to the lunch...good news is her hearing is bad so maybe she won't hear the rattle and roll.  Will see if pool opens.  No announcement yet...4:12 a.m.

Something you thought was bad will suddenly look good, and something you thought was good will start to look less enticing. With Neptune turning retrograde, your best course of action by far is to stick with the status quo . . . for now.

You'll need a reliable and responsible partner to feel secure in matters of the heart, dearest Libra. As the Aries quarter Moon and Saturn unite, you may grow impatient with carefree attitudes you once found attractive. Try not to view these shifts as selling out, and embrace how your tastes have changed. Desiring a competent companion is a sign of maturity, even if it feels superficial at first. Professional aspirations also weigh heavily on your mind. If you've been stuck in a rut, it might be time to leave your comfort zone and push for better opportunities.

People may be a bit critical of you today, Libra, and you would do well to hear what they have to say. Be receptive of feedback from others so that you may establish a healthy ego. It's important to keep your sense of humility in check. You might find that you're feeling rather critical as you see people moving like sloths compared to your lightning quick mind. Be patient with others.

Feeling a bit of push and pull with cosmic guidance today...status quo, leave comfort zone, humility...wish me luck.  Have a good Tuesday.