Another chance for change

This will be Lisa Marie's last Wednesday discussion group. Please come and bid her adieu and thank her for being such an instrumental member of The Dying Year team for the last 3 years. While we are sad to see her go, we send her blessings and wish her well as she pursues her passion developing her growing business in Mt. Shasta, CA. Lisa Marie is taking time to put her energy into her local community pursuits in Northern California through her doula work, yoga studio, and community resource building. She has been a wonderful colleague at The Dying Year and will be greatly missed!  This was the announcement for today's EOLD session.  Noon today.  Expect a "full room".  We will see how much Nervous System Support we fit in to the hour.  I wrote to her after I heard about her departure last Wednesday.  Again - change to chance opp for me.  :)

Yesterday - ran dishwasher.  LOTS to catch up with on All-In Summit - listened to Elon, Gwynne, Jensen.  Have JD and Satya to watch.  And way behind on the homesteading videos I watch - not sure why, but the North Carolina connection gets me.  Walked.  Stopped at library on tail end of walk.  Picked up Oct W&T book - Good Morning, Midnight/Lily Brooks-Dalton and another Eggers - The Circle.  CA DC.  IOWA DC in the evening.  Another "never seen the sky so blue" day weatherwise.

Today - Clean apt. Walk with family friend and her daughter/grandson.  Last days of daughter's maternity leave.  Wonder what it would have felt like for me to have taken 3 months off when my son was born instead of 3 days.  Had kid on Monday a.m., went back to work Thursday a.m. with him in tow for 9 months...  I did not make time for life events back in the day.  To say the least.  EOLD at noon.  

Interesting psilocybin mentions from Chip Conley and Miles O'Brien...one person with cancer and the other who had a work related injury where he lost his arm.  

Your affection for someone will increase dramatically over the next few days, but there is also a danger that you could overlook their faults to a degree that does no one any good. They will appreciate your input today, even if it is somewhat negative.

Devote your morning to sensually enriching experiences that spark creativity, and avoid jumping straight to your screens. As the Scorpio Moon squares the nodes of fate, it’s important to recognize where your focus is pointed and how it impacts your mood. You’ll feel mentally refreshed and a bit curious once Luna debuts in Sagittarius. Sweet connections with Neptune and Pluto encourage you to open up with friends this afternoon. These vibes are also perfect for nurturing romantic partnerships. Strange stirrings pique your sense of adventure when Luna opposes Uranus this evening. Allow your imagination to run wild, but avoid unnecessary risks.

 You might find yourself reeling from shock when an old friend suddenly seems to show romantic interest in you. Conflicting emotions could come up, but don't write it off if you're available. There could be potential for a good relationship with this person. Don't feel that you have to either jump right in or forget the whole thing. You can test the waters for a while!

Not sure where all the emotion will come from entering my day today.  Or sense of adventure.  I will be curious to see how the day unfolds.  I will hope for the creativity spark.  :)  Have a good Wednesday.  

Technology...not a tool in my tool kit :/

Where is the "hot spot" in my brain for technology? I am so in a turn-back-the-clock mood.  No reality but an aspiration.  All came about when I tried to set up the Shoprite coupon "app" on one of the swimming ladies' phone/laptop...  She had downloaded the app while I was at sister #4's, but no luck in setting up her account to download coupons.  BUT rest of day was good.  

Started the day getting clothes washing done, then an extended walk, ALDI next - $13.75/5 items day.  Didn't need much.  Tried not to buy nectarines, but could not resist.  3 p.m. went up to swimming lady's.  Stayed until 5 p.m. Let go of the coupon mission and just sat out on her great porch and enjoyed the incredible weather.  On walk back talked to sisters 4,6 who were on Cape at sister #6's house.  They were walking around Hyannis Port and saw one of RFK's sons/RFK Jr's brothers.  They know I would love the celebrity sighting.  :)  Sister #4 is off to sister #1's vacation place on the Cape today.  Sister #6 is still working.  Was drawn to NE FL DC last night.  It has been years, but very glad I got the urge.  Good group.  WIDE variety of opinions and outlooks, but all good souls.  Good place to land last night after the last few days.  The weather on Monday was SOOO blue sky, entry to Fall temps.  Beautiful day.  

Today - run dishwasher, CA DC at 1 p.m., IOWA DC at 7 p.m.  Double booked at 7 p.m. but will get the recording of the PCV event - Water Cremation.  Not an interest point of mine but always curious as to what people are finding attractive.  

Listening to the latest GeriPal as we speak.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2feM0yEMdnY  Dementia is such a thing for people my age.  

Venus, your ruler, is currently moving through the money area of your chart, which is generally a good omen. However, as Venus squares up to Pluto today, mistakes could easily occur. Question what other people tell you, and question your own senses too.

Seek environments you feel secure in while the Scorpio Moon squares Jupiter, dearest Libra. These vibes put you in the mood to socialize, but unfamiliar dynamics may cause you to overcompensate in an attempt to impress. Meanwhile, Venus forms challenging aspects with Neptune and Pluto, applying pressure to your foundations. Avoid making unwise decisions around love or money. You should also be mindful of how your social life impacts your finances. Focus on what you hope to build once Luna aligns with the Sun and Mars this evening, outlining a strategy that feels both inspired and practical.

A meeting is likely to happen during the course of the working day, Libra. This should lead to pleasant and interesting conversations, possibly involving philosophy, spiritual matters, or the arts. Communication should be clear and open. Correspondence could take up almost as much time as conversations right now.

I will try to have "situational awareness" on my day's activities.  Keep a good thought for that.  Weather looks to be supportive for being outside.  Have a good Tuesday.  

Back to the real world :)

Completely and totally (to this minute on my window sill :/ ) wet sneakers from my walk yesterday morning.  Will hope by 10 a.m. they will be less soggy.  Did get distracted by shiny objects a bit this a.m.  Linkedin and a mention of "Golden Girls" housing options by the Modern Elder Academy people.  I do hope the man behind that project has a succession plan as he addresses his medical issues in a way that makes sense for him.  I don't buy what he is selling on his choices, but that is about 99% of people's choices when it comes to involving medical procedures at end of life.  Looks like he is a decade younger than I am so I will let that go...not really, but I will try.  

So yesterday - sibling call with sister #1, sadness but not regret for not getting myself to the Cape this week.  I need to write and send along something to niece #2 who is there from CA.  Right before the Death Sangha at 1 p.m., landlady left homemade granola on my stoop.  Now my every other day pancakes will take on a new look and more tasty!  Took in a bit of news that I missed when at sister #4's, but a bit was more than enough.  I ended the day with my Eggers book rather than news.  

Today - it is 5:51 a.m. already.  :)  Wash clothes, walk, ALDI. No need for Shoprite stop.  Don't need much at the store.  Nothing on my paper calendar.  Did just go in to make sure I had all the coupons checked off for sister #1 at Stop and Shop.  And saw that she did get the $3 off after I converted "points" to dollars.  In one week she has spent more on groceries than I have in 20 weeks...  :)  Aging with privilege is a beautiful thing.  :)  But I do not aspire to the food or travel aspects except a very short list of people I would love to be sitting in their living room with.  I will figure that out.  

Decided that next Monday will be the moving my bed and changing to flannel sheets for the next quarter.  It is a flip and turn on the mattress so I need to get my mind about that exercise.  :)

Yes, you can change the world, but not on your own and not without a lot of hard work. That is the message of the stars as the new week begins, so team up with people whose aims reflect your own and then put in some serious effort.

Tap into the present by looking for beauty and acknowledging your foundations, dearest Libra. As the Scorpio Moon aspects Venus and Pluto, try not to let materialistic desires sully your sense of gratitude. However, it's okay to want more if you're willing to fight for your dreams. A burst of motivation inspires you to push your agenda forward once the Virgo Sun and Mars align this afternoon. Retreat to a private environment to improve focus as you test your own limits. Dreamy vibes put you in a romantic mood when Neptune and Pluto form a sweet aspect this evening.

Does it feel like someone's raining on your parade today, Libra? No surprise there. You may feel like you're stuck in a bog, so wear your galoshes and give it your best shot. That's all you can do. People may be extra touchy and impatient with ridiculous banter, even if it is polite. Try not to make sense of things that seem confusing now. Come back to them in a couple days.

Hard work and collaboration...wish me luck.  :) BUT starting with pancakes and granola...good way to start the day and week.   Have a good Monday.  

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Wrap day by the pool/ocean... :)

Sitting home this a.m. Sunday.  Great day yesterday.  Walk at the beach.  Pool time before I headed home.  Once again Weekapaug/Watch Hill speak to the fact that many do not have a care in the world.  :)  Checked on the ride home to see if I left a lot of money on the table buying gas at Cumbie's rather than Go Happy gas.  But Go Happy was only $.03 less than Cumbie's.  

Once I got home, unpacked, worked on shorts :), read, called it a day.

Today's plan - Walk to Unionville, season clothes washing water.  Re-entry day. :)

Something that made little sense to you yesterday will start to make sense today, and no doubt you will kick yourself mentally when you realize why you were unable to “get it” earlier. Never mind. What matters is that you make good use of the insight.

Conserve your energy as the Moon moves through your sign and squares Mars, dearest Libra. Otherwise, you may lack the endurance necessary to seize opportunities on the horizon. A spiritual approach to recharging your batteries will prove effective and enlightening as Mercury aspects Uranus. Now is also a good time to experiment with your psychic gifts and ability to connect with unseen forces. You will sense changes within your social sphere as Luna aspects the nodes of fate and debuts in Scorpio. Stay connected to loyal friends, but invite in new connections that align more seamlessly with your hopes and dreams.

Your fantasy world is piqued today, Libra. Your imagination is running wild. Maintain a certain amount of control over your emotions or they may get the better of you. You could find yourself in a cloud of confusion by afternoon. Avoid this by trying to ground yourself throughout the day. Make sure your actions result from an equal balance between thought and emotion.

No kicking myself, conserve my energy, imagination running wild.  Stay calm.  :)  Have a good Sunday.

That was a day!

Not a scene from yesterday, but niece #4 and her husband.  They were the focus of the day yesterday.  Niece graduated from YNHH with her RN and now is working on her MS in midwifery.  She graduated from Centre College in 2016.  But something drew her to the midwife/birth doula work.  Onward and upward.  Yale is quite the historic campus - in a very understatement of the year description.

But my day started in sister #4's pool, then a walk, then drive to NH, then ceremony, then back to niece's rental house.  Then back to sister #4's, had a snack and back in the pool from 8-9 p.m.  :)  Will do the dip/walk again this a.m.  Then head back home later this afternoon.  I will let the W&T ladies take care of book club this month. 

AND backyard haircut for me thanks to sister #6 who arrived at #4's about 10 a.m.  :)

Did work on my shorts with the broken zipper.  I knew sister #4 would have sewing materials including the key to the project - seam ripper.  :)  Feel like a remedy is within reach for the shorts that actually fit me.  Of course the advice of those around me yesterday - "throw them out, buy a new pair".  I am not there yet.  :)

Recent developments of a personal nature have made it easier for you to face up to elements of your personality that you had previously pretended did not exist. That’s good, because being honest with yourself is an essential step on the road to success.

The universe takes a playful approach to offering up guidance and blessings, darling Libra. As Luna moves through your sign and aspects Uranus, release expectations so surprises can filter in. You'll be in a dreamy mood as Mercury aligns with Pluto and Neptune, and will feel extra grateful for those who hold a special place in your heart. Plan a romantic date or enjoy a relaxing excursion with friends to maximize these elevating vibes. Your love life may require some restructuring when Luna opposes Saturn later today. If you're on the hunt for companionship, ask to be set up or explore unfamiliar dating apps once Jupiter activates later tonight.

You could encounter a potential romantic partner today, Libra. You'll probably connect with this person at a group event or gathering and hit it off immediately. This person is likely to be bright, physically attractive, kindhearted, and sensitive. If you're single and available, don't pass up this opportunity. Take advantage of the chance to get to know each other. Who knows where this might lead?

No hunt in place.  But I will look forward to being home - even with its no pool situation...  Oh well.  Have a good Saturday.  

New location for this a.m. :)

Made it to my sister's house yesterday.  Always a roll of the dice with the MAZDA but good trip. Cumbie's for gas.  Got in the pool. :)  

But as of keeping track of stuff, I did not bring my paper journal - so writing down 9:07 p.m. and 5:21 a.m. as end of yesterday, start of today and that I had full dreams.  Brother was prominent but lots of people. Having some bad instant coffee as we speak.  So yesterday - read, regular walk, got in car at 11:30 a.m. got to sister #4's at 1:30 p.m. Walked to GRAZE to pick up "linner" at 4 p.m.  Got on a RPCV call at 6, FEN annual member meeting at 7 p.m.  

Plan for today.  Sister #6 to arrive at 10-ish a.m. and then we will make our game plan for getting to New Haven for her daughter, our niece's white coat ceremony for her nursing degree.  Second career situation.  She is 32 this year.  

Then back to sister #4's for me and back home on Saturday at some point.  W&T is at 2 p.m. but not sure if I will make that.  

Recent developments of a personal nature have made it easier for you to face up to elements of your personality that you had previously pretended did not exist. That’s good, because being honest with yourself is an essential step on the road to success.

You may feel busy and unproductive all at once as the Virgo Moon drifts through a void of course state. Take stock of tasks that must be completed before the weekend begins, and push off any work that can wait for another day. Pursue your own desires while evening emerges and Luna enters your sign, encouraging you to be a tad selfish. Self-care, passion projects, and seeking the spotlight are all valid ways to channel these vibes. You'll be the subject of much adoration when the Moon aligns with Mercury, Pluto, and Neptune, though some companions might resent this sudden boost in popularity.

Stress and job frustration might have you thinking about breaking free, walking out the door, and going somewhere else. Another thought is likely to concern going back to school and training for a career in another field. You might need a vacation, and returning to school could be a great idea in the future, but don't decide today. Wait a few days at least.

Aspiration level is pretty low.  Nothing needs to change...for now.  And it is September 11.  How life changed and how many living today do not even grasp how life changed forever on that day.  Something to think about today but with the eye to what is ahead and not in the past..  Have a good Friday.  

Travel day... :/

Can't seem to upload pic to blog...oh well.  Will see if anything else feels "off".  Yesterday - cleaned apt, walked with family friend, her daughter and youngest grandson.  EOLD - found out that long time facilitator is stepping away.  I sent a thank you to her.  Finished Careless People.  Started latest Eggers.  Talked to Albany CA DC facilitator.  He was checking in about me letting him know I was not going to Lansing.  Dinner upstairs at landlord's with long time friend, his sister.  :)

Today - walk, drive to sister #4's.  Anxiety level high but not sure if it is all about travel or the computer acting up...doesn't take much.  Also a bit about son.  Wondering if anything is up out there.  Need to calm my mind.  Big ask.  :)

If you do what makes you happy today rather than what makes other people happy, you won’t go far wrong. Mercury’s move into your sign will help you think three steps ahead, so no one is able to hold you back from following your dreams.

You're entering an era of finery and prosperity, darling Libra, thanks to Venus' debut in Scorpio. Meanwhile, Mercury makes its way into your sign, making it easier to advocate for yourself and what you deserve. If you're not used to asking for what you want, now is your moment to speak up finally. Though some negotiating may be in order, you'll have a gift for tipping the scales in your favor. Don't back down if your requests are reasonable. Seek solitude when the Virgo New Moon rises tonight and aspects Mars, marking the perfect occasion to brainstorm a plan for building success throughout the next six months.

Online group activities that you attend today are likely to be spiritually oriented, such as group meditations. You could communicate with new friends from faraway places who share your interests. Though you're usually more intellectually inclined, today you should be feeling especially intuitive. Write down your thoughts and ideas lest you forget them. You may want to use them later.

I will see where the day takes me after this morning "hiccup".  Keep a good thought for that.  Have a good Thursday.  

September as the new January? :)

I am leaning into the seasons and solstices as the opportunity for change.  The summer to fall being especially pronounced as to changes - and sneezing.  :)  And I am reminded that in a couple of weeks - moving my bed to its fall/winter position, flip and turn mattress.  Physically inviting change to come in.  Will see where this season takes me.  But not to Cape Cod.  :)

Yesterday - ran dishwasher, read, walked, picked up the new Eggers book.  “In this satisfyingly old-school novel, an artist tries to find his place, and hold onto his spark, in a world that values fads and flash. . . . Contrapposto is an earthy, warm return to form . . . . To call the book ‘moving’ would be a smelly cliché, so let’s say undulating, with both despair and hope.” —Alexandra Jacobs, The New York Times Book Review  Finishing up Careless People - I will need a "satisfyingly old-school novel" after this read.  Would love to know what the REAL conversations are that are happening at the social media company as we go into the mid term elections...OR maybe all is realigned over the decade since the setting of the book.  Fingers crossed.  Or the social media has its fingers crossed behind its back.  After walk - CA DC, FEN DC, "late night" for me Death Sangha - guided meditation no sharing aspect to this session.  Each session different depending on the facilitator. 

Feel I do not know the whole story about what might be happening in son's life...but I will "let life come to me" on that front.  Son knows his mother's limits as to information processing as it pertains to his life and times.  

Shared with sister #4 that I will land at her house on Thursday.  Event for niece #4 on Friday and will return home at some point over the weekend when sister #4 leaves for Cape.

Today changed up a bit after landlady invited me up for dinner tonight to see her sister-in-law/my friend since nursery school who will be in town from FL.  So today - clean apt, walk with family friend, dinner and we will see if things wrap up in time for me to catch a bit of Lansing DC.  

What you have been going through lately is no doubt tough, but in the greater scheme of things, it will do you more good than harm. Keep telling yourself that the good times are just around the next corner. What you believe today will be your reality tomorrow.

Distant friendships evolve into something more meaningful as the Leo Moon aspects Venus and the nodes of fate. Be open to exploring deeper connections with kindred spirits you haven't gotten a chance to get to know. Conversations grow increasingly intimate once Luna enters Virgo and aligns with Chiron, and sharing your story can feel both validating and healing. Opportunities for romance also come into play when Luna, Pluto, and Saturn enter a rare yod formation this evening, though the clues will be subtle. Risks could lead to rewards later tonight, thanks to a lucky aspect between the Moon and Uranus.

Your world is changing, Libra, both internally and externally. You feel a need to broaden your horizons. You may be contemplating a move to a new neighborhood or trip to a faraway land. The people in your life will change as a result of this. You're about to embark on a new phase of life, and these new friends will act as able guides.

Cosmic guidance seems to be singing the same "September is the new January" tune...  :)  Have a good Wednesday.  

Things I forgot from yesterday... :)

From Monday.  Washed clothes and went to ALDI. $10.96/6 item day. Only needed bananas and grapes and threw in some bread, relish, salt. From Monday N&O reminded that 30 years ago Sept 6...Hurricane Fran and our evacuation from our trailer park...Sept 1996, arrived in North Carolina June 1995.  Put earrings in to make sure the holes were still open in case I wanted to wear earrings on Friday.  :)  Dropped off A Long Winter.  Walked.  Read - if I wanted to dislike a certain social media company any more, reading Careless People would seal the deal. Almost done.  Full dream night with former school #1 back to school day.  Back and forth with brother on text for his birthday.  First "Fall-ish" weather day = full blown hay fever day.  Sneezed LOTS while walking.  Had to smile with how happy I was with my meal #2.  1/4 portion of a bag-o-salad, piece of a homemade bread item from party on Sunday, hard boiled egg, chunk of cheese, chips and dip, nectarine, corn from my 10 for $2 buy, half glass of gingerale.  :)  

Today - run dishwasher, walk, CA DC, FEN, Death Sangha.  With reading in between.  Will also let sister #4 know my plan for Thursday through Saturday.  Tomorrow EOLD and Lansing.  Thursday - sister #4's and RPCV ZOOM and FEN webinar.  Friday YNH for ceremony for niece #4.  Saturday or Sunday back home.  Want to be home by 1 p.m. on Sunday.  

Have nothing to do with someone who says one thing but then immediately starts doing the opposite. If they are unable to make up their mind about their own activities, it’s unlikely they will be able to help you. They are not to be trusted 

You have the power to influence others and start a movement, darling Libra, as the Leo Moon aspects Saturn and Jupiter. Refine your message to strengthen your voice, earn the admiration of peers, and gain support. These vibes will have you thinking on a grand scale, but it’s important to know your limits and what you can sustainably advocate for. Don’t push yourself to solve world issues you’re not qualified to take on. Instead, focus on fights that are a little closer to home. Even small improvements within your community can have a greater impact down the line.

You've probably had a busy week, Libra, and may feel out of sorts today. Perhaps you had too much good food last night, stayed up too late, or both. It goes against your grain to stay in and rest, but this is the perfect day to curl up with a good book. You're going to want some exercise, but don't overdo it. As you well know, you can get too much of a good thing!

Too early for my third guidance.  Will check back later...  :)  Have a good Tuesday.  

That was different ... :)

Memory lane items - creating a winding road - did tried to outweigh the awkwardness at the gathering.  A bit of a "you can't go home again".  Hard to gather people on a holiday weekend and turn back the clock.  But I got to visit with two people I do enjoy.  The surprise classmate of mine...not as uplifting.  He was there with his 4th wife.  My massage therapist and her mother were fun to talk to.  So the age range was 90-ish to Class of 77.  My chips and dip did not even get out of the bag. That was a totally wasted effort.  Too much food set up where no one was hanging out.  I do have "a thing" about wasting food.  Not sure how many there were expecting, but I would say 15-20 tops with food with twice that.  Oh well.  Me and get togethers...always a challenge - my 6 person limit is reinforced. Will take my chips and dip with me on Thursday and hope it gets eaten over the weekend.  

Yesterday - walked to Unionville, read - Careless People.  Very good so far.  Walked to party 4 p.m.  Walked home at 7 p.m.  Sibling call.  Sister #1 off to PA, then Cape Cod on Tuesday. Fun call with facilitator of Albany CA DC on my walk. Will check in with sister #4 to make sure my coming down to her house on Thursday works.  Two ZOOMS on Thursday night.  Niece #4's graduation from nursing school on Friday.  Back home for me by 1 p.m. on Sunday.   

Today - Wash clothes, drop off A Long Winter at book drop at library.  Walk.  Read. 

Setbacks of one kind or another are inevitable over the next few days, but they don’t have to be harmful. Deal with them as and when they arise and then move on to the next thing that needs to be done. Move toward success with every step you take.

Lack of self-care may cause you to hit a wall before the work week has a chance to kick off, dear Libra. Honor your needs and set better professional boundaries while the Cancer Moon squares Venus. Disgruntled peers could make a power grab once Luna enters Leo and clashes with Chiron, so try not to leave anyone in a lurch. Luckily, there will be plenty of people who are ready to defend and support you if necessary when Pluto and Neptune activate midafternoon. You'll be in an impulsive mood as Uranus activates this evening, and should explore your community.

Issues regarding love and romance are at a climactic point right now, Libra, and you could be rather combative. Your energy in this area may come in waves, and you're likely to be so charged up about the situation that you feel like a time bomb ready to explode. Don't destroy something wonderful by wanting a great deal more than you really need.

Calm and focused will be my approach today.  Do not envision any encounters with other beings for the day so I will try to stay out of my own way.  :)  Have a good Monday.  

Guided by the light :)

SO happy that I did my snack shopping on Friday.  Late start yesterday, got rained on on my walk which would have made toting my satchel even more troublesome.  Choices reek havoc with my word work and are always there everyday as I decide "what now?"... Friday was such a better shopping day, yesterday was such a better - no "have tos" day.  Except for the Lansing DC which is like a breath of fresh air on the 1st Saturday and 2nd Wednesday of each month.  

Lots of input from GA DC group this weekend - NY Times articles about Quietus, Wendell Barry, France passed MAiD law.  Blog work a couple more articles approved and put in the queue.  Watched an interesting show about University of Wyoming program trying to keep "Made In the West" still alive in the arts - Rather than a standalone academic degree, it is an acclaimed integration of traditional Western craftsmanship into higher education curricula designed to preserve dying art forms. I get encouraged by all apprentice type programs or the like of what sister #6's school is trying where a project rather than essay is a part of their progression. Obviously don't know much about it, but sounds like a good option for many students who need more hands on as part of their day.  

Ran into birthday girl and her brother as they drove by me on my wander.  Brother said there was someone from my high school class who would be there...party and surprises...two favorites.  :)

Ouch on the Clemson score.

Today - walk to Unionville, par-tee at 4 p.m., nothing else on paper calendar until Tuesday when it is CA DC, FEN program, Death Sangha line up.  Should be ready to return A Long Winter to library drop slot tomorrow.

You have taken a lot of decisions on the heart level over the past few weeks but not so many on the head level. That will change when Mercury enters your sign in midweek, so keep thinking and keep looking for new ways to prosper. 

It's okay to admit that you're out of energy to give, dear Libra. The universe encourages rest and strong boundaries while the Cancer Moon aspects Saturn and the Virgo Sun. If loved ones truly want to spend time with you, let them know what you need to feel supported. A bit of peace, quiet, and pampering is likely all you require to reclaim balance. You'll benefit from a sudden burst of motivation when Mars stirs this afternoon, and should use this boost to catch up on responsibilities. Review long-term goals and the progress you've made once Luna and Mercury align tonight, adjusting your plans if necessary.

Weariness may have you feeling a bit listless today, Libra, and you're likely to want to stay home in bed rather than go anywhere. This goes against your normal inclination, so you could be tempted to bite the bullet and get out in spite of your malaise. Don't fall into this trap. Get some rest so that when you absolutely have to go out, you'll be your old self again.

Will try to be "un-malaised" at the get together today.  It is only 3 hours.  I can do this.  :)  Have a good Sunday.  

Full Friday - in my silly life's way :)

Got this from Emberlight in my email box this a.m.:  Two gatherings this season ask a version of the same question: What does it take to become someone a community can lean on, and what happens when that person is the one who needs holding?  Leaning in and leaning on...Always an interesting balance for me.  But yesterday I had another example of me being guided and led.  Not in any monumental way, but in the "snack item" pursuit.  I decided to take the bull by the horn and do my shopping - on foot - on Friday and not today. ALDI is packed on Saturdays and I had my additional task of getting store credit for the Millville pancake syrup that was uneatable. So, reading and writing, set off for walk with a satchel with plastic bottle to cash in at Shoprite - name brand Lemonade sister #1 had purchased when she was here and I finally finished off.  Then to ALDI - I had looked at their weekly flyer and decided I would go with chips and salsa and chips and dip AND hope to get out for $10.  So with my store credit of $2.35, I walked out at $7.17/4 items. Done.  It was a long feeling walk home with my satchel AND salsa was heavy and did not want to crunch any of the chip items.  :)  Life in my world is a funny thing.  Did drop off Eggers at the library on front end of walk.  About half way through A Long Winter.  Very good and very short.  Also glad I did my errand yesterday as I have Lansing DC at 10 a.m. this morning and that would have put a time restraint on yesterday than I do not have today and I can do my regular Saturday route.  

GA DC member shared the NYT article about Quietus.  Did not take NYS long to figure out a cottage industry approach to MAiD.  I keep thinking if more people see there is money to be made...the bandwagon and the range of motion will increase.  BUT my hair did get on fire with the latest GeriPal episode...the elderly and GLP-1s... per the internet - "More than 600,000 seniors have signed up for GLP-1 weight-loss medications in the first two months of the new federal program."  More from the internet - "Scott Galloway argues that GLP-1 medications will have a greater, more transformative impact on human well-being and the U.S. economy than artificial intelligence."  What a world...

AND got home from my walk to find the landlady had dropped off some of her homemade ginger snaps.  She must have "sensed" that I was have a day.  

So today - Lansing DC, walk.  "Pack up" dishes to take with my sharing for Sunday.  I don't want to have to bother the birthday girl or her brother so I will bring my bowls and such.  

Got a text from son yesterday - "All good with tornado Detroit new on my end :) seems to be making national news.  Nothing else.  I will see if he calls today.  He has been working on projects of late that have been full days so last week he called before he headed to his pizza work.  :)  

Have nothing to do with someone who says one thing but then immediately starts doing the opposite. If they are unable to make up their mind about their own activities, it’s unlikely they will be able to help you. They are not to be trusted.

Wishes are granted early this morning, darling Libra, thanks to sweet aspects between the Gemini Moon and nodes of fate. Muster the courage to dream big, gathering the strength to see these visions through. The universe rewards determination once Luna enters Cancer and aligns with Chiron. Double your effectiveness by partnering up with someone you've been wanting to collaborate with. These vibes also bode well for matters of the heart, helping you move romantic connections forward. However, you'd be wise to protect yourself from those who have a habit of making empty promises when Neptune stirs up deceptive vibes this afternoon.

Some new information could come your way that causes you to focus on a new interest, Libra. It'll set your mind traveling to faraway places and times. You may also communicate with some new people who are highly educated, from foreign lands, or both. They might have fascinating stories to tell! Whatever happens, today promises to excite your curiosity and stimulate your intellect.

Listening to All-In as we speak.  Great email from niece #1 yesterday.  Can't get a better pic than the one of her husband walking their son into school on the first day.  What a gift that she found this man in the Southern Part of Heaven!  AND his school is right across the street from their house.  Magic.  Have a magic Saturday.  

Challenge of the day...snack item?

I should have stuck to what I know and said I would bring a bread item...snack item?  Chips and salsa and chips and dip are in my mind now.  I will see if anything else strikes me today as I wander ALDI and Shoprite.  Friday is not my usual day to walk to Shoppes, but I needs some extra nudges.  I also am not a fan of "get togethers" and I am thinking Sunday will be a greater than 6 people crowd.  Oh well.  I said yes to going and "a snack item" so here goes.  Good news I can walk back and forth so I don't have to add driving my car to my list of "angst items".  :)

So yesterday - texted TX/NM friend re anniversary - big gathering this weekend at her TX house for kids and families to say good bye to that house.  Walk.  Finished Eggers book (will return that to library on my wander today), started A Long Winter, CA DC (there are lots of CA DCs).  Very good group and now that swimming is over, I will try to make more of these 1st and 3rd Thursday gatherings.  Did watch a GeriPal episode about old people and GLP-1s...I am so not happy with that family of drugs.  "Scott Galloway has frequently written and spoken about GLP-1 receptor agonists having a more profound and immediate impact on human well-being and the economy than artificial intelligence."  or "An "Ozempic baby" is a popular term for an unexpected or unplanned pregnancy that happens while taking GLP-1 receptor agonist weight-loss and diabetes medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro." Yikes! 

Today - nothing on my paper calendar.  I had noted "pay insurance" but I took care of that last week.  So walk and making a plan for "snack item" acquisition...  :)   Keep a good thought that something jumps off the shelf at ALDI or Shoprite.  And that I get my store credit for - in my mind - not edible pancake syrup I bought at ALDI.  

With Venus, planet of beauty and pleasure, moving through your sign, you are unlikely to look kindly on anyone who tries to hurry you along. Travel at a speed that feels comfortable to you and ignore those who say you are lagging behind.

The Gemini quarter Moon puts you in a mysterious yet outgoing mood, dearest Libra. Enjoy the company of others while Saturn and Jupiter stir, but keep your secrets under wraps. You'll have a gift for reading the people around you, which could help you identify who to connect with when traversing large crowds. If someone grabs your attention, walk up and introduce yourself. A boost in charisma makes you difficult to resist, and the friends you gain may elevate your status. Speak less and listen more once Luna squares Mercury midafternoon, and you'll be surprised by how much peers are willing to reveal.

You could be in a fanciful mood all day, Libra, so you may not be too focused on this world. This is great for artistic or metaphysical studies, as well as being sensitive to others. Beware of a tendency to daydream when you should pay attention! You might want to break out of the mundane world and follow your dreams, but this isn't the day to do it. It's a good day to plan.

Will see where my mysterious mood takes me today.  Keep a good thought that if nothing else I "encounter" my snack item.  All planning, no daydreaming.  :)  Have a good Friday.  

Well that day filled in nicely :)

Those early start days always have me starting with "now what?" But not to worry it all filled in.  Cleaned apt.  Walked with family friend and her daughter and youngest grandchild.  Got my 10 for $2 corn off the cob and ready for my meals. Got info for the quilt raffle/chicken dinner event in Oct from family friend to share with the swimming ladies who wanted to get a look at the quilts and I am fine with maybe tagging along for the chicken pot pie dinner.  :)  Acquaintance who works at Safety Harbor Spa and Resort is back in town for 3 weeks.  She invited me to her birthday party on Sunday.  I have to bring a snack item...I will stew about that today and put that on my list of things to do on my walk on Saturday.  Also need to return for store credit the pancake syrup I bought at ALDI.  Not eatable.  That will help offset the off day purchase of a snack item.  :)  Good EOLD conversation.  Why do we do what we do when it comes to end-of-life work?  Getting people from point A to point B is something I always say about what has guided my energy...EOL addresses that last "point B".  :)

Zipper broke in the only pair of shorts that really fit me any more...rest are getting a bit baggy.  Oh well.  It is fall and I will take the shorts with me next week to sister #4's to see if she sees a way to fix them.  But it is fall and I will be out of shorts for walking shortly.  :)  

Today - TX/NM friend's 43rd wedding anniversary.  Her sister texted me yesterday.  She is off to TX next week to visit.  And now that swim season is over, I will try and pop in on a CA DC that I don't go to often.  Reading my Eggers book.  Nearing the end, glad I stocked up.  Nothing else on my mind or calendar to tackle today.  

If a friend or loved one makes a mess of something that is important to you, don’t criticize them. Instead, point out in gentle terms where they went wrong and how they can get it right next time. They won’t make the same mistake twice.

Self-discovery doesn't always have to be a solitary adventure, dearest Libra. As the Gemini Moon aspects Pluto, Neptune, and Uranus, consider how loved ones have shaped your outlook and sense of self. Be mindful of what you have learned from others, and how past and present influences have impacted the trajectory of your life. Admitting that certain relationships have changed you doesn't make you any less fierce or independent, but shows that you are wise enough to keep an open mind. Continue with these sentiments close to your heart, and explore with someone you love.  

Your mood may be a bit detached and scattered today, Libra. This attitude could get you into trouble if you aren't careful. Make sure you keep at least one foot on the ground. It's important to stay strongly connected with reality or you could find yourself up a creek without a paddle. Feel free to get more deeply involved in a project that you might otherwise leave to others.

A quieted day with a quick stop in CA may be the trajectory for the day.  Hope it is a dry sneaker walk which it feels like it will be once this morning rain stops.  Have a good Thursday.  

Early start today... :)

I do need to look back and see if there is a pattern - day of week, day leading up to activities - to my early mornings.  But when I wake up, I wake up.  No "let me try to get back to sleep".  Oh well.  On with the day and I have a lot of it to work with.  :)

Also woke up to a full inbox so I addressed some with my "schedule send" approach so people do not know when I am really writing it.  Others I will revisit later when I decide what I want to do with the information shared.  

So yesterday - ran dishwasher, walked, stopped by library at tail end of walk to pick up - A Long Winter/Toibin, Careless People/Wynn-Williams, and Crying in H Mart/Zauner.  Stopped by the house of one of the swimming ladies.  Had not seen her since pool closed and her "kids" (in their 50's) and their spouses are coming up this weekend so I wanted to check in to see if she needed anything done before they got there.  No work, but she did ask if I would put on my September list of things to do - set her up with the Shoprite online account so she could do the coupons.  She got listening to me and the other swimming lady talking about it and wants in.  :)  The two of them do not need them, but it is something.  And she wants to redo her medical directives and she wanted me to be a sounding board as she did that.  I sent her mine and some other resources yesterday post our visit and we will circle back later in the month.  She is 86...husband died in 2011 and kids live in different states. But she seems to have a good relationship with her doctor. Did come home with a bag of tomatoes picked on Monday at one of her friend's homes!  6 p.m. found me "at" the MEA discussion about the Golden Girls housing option they now have outside Santa Fe NM presented by the MEA leader and 3 women who tried it out for a month.  Mr. Conley is promoting his programs and his housing options.  He is a good salesperson to say the least.  Aging - with privilege - can be a very attractive proposition.  :)

Today - will see if family friend wants to walk this a.m.  She just got back from Chicago yesterday.  We will see.  So clean apt, walk, EOLD - It's Wise to Know Your Whys with Kathi Waters.  Nothing else on my paper calendar.  Good back and forth with Michigan Death Care Collaborative.  MI and CA seem to be my go-tos for lots of my thoughts.  

Cosmic activity in the most sensitive area of your chart inclines you to worry about issues that are not worth the effort. You may need to remind yourself today that some things can look darker and more menacing than they actually are.

Take an honest look at who your real friends are, dear Libra. The Taurus Moon aspects Jupiter, Mars, and Mercury this morning, highlighting how the people around you impact your psyche. Be mindful of who is overly demanding, negative, or difficult to level with. While it may not be necessary to cut ties, a desire for genuine intimacy will inspire you to keep a tighter circle. You're in a transitional period as Virgo season brings forth endings. Use this energy to determine who you wish to become and who you want by your side once the dust has settled.

A trip by air may be in your future, Libra. You may be planning to tour distant states or foreign lands when that’s possible. You could be going with friends or a group you're associated with. Unusual new interests could capture your attention, enticing you to further study. You might enroll in an online workshop. You're looking toward expanding your horizons. Take care not to spread yourself too thin.

Will try and keep my mind out of the menacing arena.  Don't think I could get a tighter circle than I currently have.  No travel plans, no worry about spreading myself too thin.  "Tight" and "thin" are where I live as we speak.  :)  Have a good Wednesday.  

Lots of shiny objects in my inbox this a.m. :)

Thought I better get my journaling done first.  :)  Sept 1 - completely full dream night with lots of people coming to mind overnight and full inbox this a.m.  Sept is off with a kick.  

In my inbox, an application to talk to the woman behind "The In-Between Years" podcast.  Will see if she finds my story interesting.  NC friends in a CCRC sent out their blog.  I will be commenting after I finish this.  Former school #1 co worker wrote back after I sent him a "happy back to school" - he put his planned retirement off until this time next year.  Note back from ED of FEN.  I shared with her yesterday after her TGDS blog post - Was smiling when I got to the end and had to say to myself (my favorite person to converse with 😎) - "Who the leader is not everything, but it certainly can be a HUGE thing." Thank you for your year at the helm!  🎉  Onward and upward.  

So yesterday - did load of wash, headed out at 10-ish for walk (my new launch time now that swimming is over), dropped The Correspondent off at library, Shoprite for a $21.38 spent/$23.00 "saved"/17 items day (two more items I will not have to buy for awhile because of sales),  ALDI $19.85/5 items day.  Got the "compare to TIDE PODS"...hope I do not regret it, 47 tabs so I hope I like it.  I am stuck with them for almost a year with my one load a week routine.  And I told myself I would not buy nectarines again...but I could not resist with the sale.  :)  I ran into my landlady at Shoprite and she said I am quite a site with my little notebook (the one sister #6 brought home for me from the Berkshire-Hathaway stockholders annual meeting) prompting me for the sales I was there to find. She did try to talk me into the "natural" laundry sheets for washing clothes...not this year.  But they have a very nice looking web site if I ever change my mind.  Much better pricing than at Shoprite.  

Today - run dishwasher, walk, stop by library to stock up bedside table (getting hooked on Eggers' book).  6 p.m. - Live Event - Golden Girls Interview with Chip - Chip Conley talks to the 3 "Golden Girls" - Whether it's a Golden Girls–style shared rental home (a new category that is often called "Boommate Homes" and what MEA calls "SageHouses" and "ChrysalisHouses")  - A SageHouse has been created for long-term stability of a collection of women (and, sometimes, men) who want to live together for an extended period of time. Many women have been talking with their college friends about this for decades and MEA’s active alumni community, regional chapters, and Golden Girls workshops create a magnet for women to find their future housemates.  Nothing else on my paper calendar.  

Mercury in the most sensitive area of your chart will make you a bit touchy today, and with Mars in the picture as well you could say things you later wish you had not. Think before you speak and, if possible, say only nice things.

Prioritize healing as the Taurus Moon aspects Chiron and Pluto, darling Libra, even if doing so means severing ties. Relationships that have grown increasingly toxic are unlikely to improve without some distance. Romantic connections may also land on the chopping block while Mars and Saturn square off. Remember that love is supposed to be elevating, and shouldn't get in the way of your hopes and dreams. If you're hoping to salvage a dynamic that's become complicated, try setting new boundaries to see if the situation changes. Reflect on where you need to evolve once the Sun and Luna align this evening.

Money is probably on your mind now, Libra. A desire for increased financial security could force you to look for work or investments that would pay off big. Opportunities for one or both of these are likely to come through friends, perhaps someone with whom you've worked before. You're likely to accomplish what you want for now, but it's uncertain whether you'll continue on this path in the future.

Healing has been a big part of this segment of my life.  Rabbit, rabbit, rabbit.  Evolution. Keep a good thought for all that this first day of September has on the horizon.  :)  Have a good Tuesday.  

No distractions this a.m.

In the no distractions mode, I picked one of my "calm" pictures.  I shut down early yesterday, but no emails to welcome me this a.m. except the ALDI Wednesday sale items preview.  :)  I am focused on this week's Shoprite (started yesterday) and last week's ALDI (started last Wednesday) in setting my list.  I did see I have 6 Tide pods left...will look at the pricing for that today at Shoprite and the "Compare to Tide" at ALDI.  :)  But no urgency.  6 = 6 weeks at my one load of clothes a week pace.  

Talked to son on Saturday and nice back and forth with email yesterday.  He has a lots of things going on - working on doing some work at a buddy's warehouse building getting it cleaned up, not sure for what; helping out at friends pizza place on weekends.  They sell out on the weekends so it is pretty controllable as to time commitment.  He is doing some "school work" with Per Scholas that will ramp up after Thanksgiving. Told him I need a bumper sticker to add to my Flagler bumper sticker.  One of his bosses from back in the day in NYC reached out to him.  He is doing a new release on a drink and wanted son's input on their launch.  In a time when many worry about "what if", son is good at "let's try" or "why not". Always good for a mother to hear no matter at what age offspring are.  

My yesterday - finished The Correspondent.  Couldn't stop until I was done yesterday morning so after writing, word work, eating meal #1 - curled up with it and finished it.  10 a.m. take off for my walk to Unionville.  NOW I know how I filled time pre swim season - reading more.  Sister #1 sibling call when I was on the trail.  She and her gentleman caller moving from NYS to PA after a week with sister #3.  Her wife returned from Cape to take back over the recuperation from sister #3's fall and subsequent surgery.  Sister #1 and gentleman caller will do some repacking and head to Cape Cod on Sept 8 for their month in North Truro.  My HUGE plan for travel is Sept 10 to sister #4's house, then with her to niece #4's white coat ceremony at YNH hospital on Friday, then back to sister #4's to hang at her house until she heads to Cape to meet up with sister #1.  My second - and last for the season - swim in her pool.  She will have her pool boy close it down on Oct 1.  

Post walk yesterday - great Death Sangha.  The 3 person breakout room I found myself in was incredible.  Wonderful people with conversation that made me laugh...and cry.  So happy that this Sangha lasts through December on selected Sundays and Tuesdays.  

Today - load of clothes washing, walk, Shoprite/ALDI.  $2 for 10 ears of corn has me stopping by Shoprite and to do my red grapes and Tide pods price comparisons.  Nothing on my paper calendar.  Will drop off book at the library on front end of my walk.  Might stop before I head to grocery shopping and do some restocking of books for my bedside table.  Moved on to Heroes of the Frontier/Dave Eggers.  Along with Nínive Calegari, Eggers is the co-founder of 826 National, a network of youth writing and tutoring centers around the United States. The whole thing started with 826 Valencia, their original center in the Mission District of San Francisco. Since then, over seventy other organizations, from Louisville to Toowoomba, Australia, operate with inspiration from the 826 Valencia model. I was trying to figure out why his name was familiar and I realized I had seen a podcast or TV spot about his 826 National project and the original SF location.  AND if I am remembering correctly, he has stuck to a flip phone approach to life...wonder if that is still true or my memory is correct.  :)

Also, I know I should not care, but I did like watching the last few minutes of the PGA event with Scottie winning.  AND he just turned 30 in June...

Also, just checked TGDS blog.  Like the ED's piece that runs today.  

I continue to be a poster girl for hay fever - runny eyes, itchy nose...oh well.  Why I always looked "so cute" the first week of school back in the day.  New England brings out the best of me in the fall.  :)

You have been held back in a number of areas in recent weeks, but the next few days will see you making progress at such a rate that you will make up for the ground you have lost, even more so if you join forces with like-minded colleagues.

You’re susceptible to charmers and smooth talkers, dear Libra, as the Moon moves through Aries and your solar seventh house. A desire for romance, passion, and connection puts you in flirtatious spirits, but don’t invest too heavily in people you’ve just met. A harsh opposition between Luna and Venus could lead you toward inharmonious matches that seem promising on the surface. If you’re hoping to find a genuine love match, you’ll need to focus on elevating yourself first. If anyone takes up too much of the spotlight and doesn’t give you a chance to shine, run in the opposite direction. Work on cultivating friendships and building your reputation when Jupiter and Saturn align later today.

People may see you as the personification of drama, especially this morning, Libra. This is a good time to express your emotions and get things out of your system. Be sure to release whatever pent-up emotion you have inside. By afternoon, it might be a good idea to settle down and lay low. Turn your energy inward, come to your center, and plan what needs to get done.

No worry for me to be swept away.  I don't think I will meet any charmers at Shoprite or ALDI.  :)  Have a good Monday - last day of August 2026...time flies.  

Football distracted me this a.m. :)

Checked UNC and Post...odd combo but for good reasons.  Good news/bad news on results.  :)  

Yesterday - I am moving through The Correspondent.  Very interested to see how it ends.  Unique format, but I got hooked.  Spoke to son - he has lots of plates spinning as we speak.  Walked to Shoppes - ran into a family friend from back in the day.  His father was our town's doctor from 50's-90's.  Fun talking to him as we caused quite a traffic jam in the Shoppes' parking lot.  :)  Dropped off The Four Winds at library book drop.  I will have to restock on Monday.  Paid my car/apt insurance.  Lazy again - did not change coverage...  Did not feel poor enough and am just so lazy about that stuff.  Vendors become very sticky for me.  Did do my end of August financial report.  I am fortunate that my complacency had not caused me real harm.  Has caused real unrealized gains if I had been more proactive, but it is what it is as we speak.  When lost years become lost decades...my "stuck-ness" saddens me at times, but obviously not enough times.  Oh well.  

Landlady delivered on corn chowder so I had half of that with the second stuffed pepper from yesterday.  Nice change of pace for my "menus".  Another "stuck-ness" category.  

Worked through grocery list this a.m. as I checked Shoprite deals and "clipping" all the online coupons for Shoprite and Stop & Shop - might be a combo platter, Shoprite and ALDI this week based on sales.  Staying ahead of things for Stop & Shop as sister #1 will be using my number for their Cape month starting next week.  

Today - walk to Unionville, 1 p.m. Death Sangha.  

Venus in your sign makes you eager to get along with people, but don’t do things for others that they should be doing for themselves. There is no reason why you should carry their load as well as your own, and you must let them know that.

 A dreamlike energy infuses your interactions with sweetness, dear Libra. Evolve relationships that matter most and indulge your explorative side while the Aries Moon aspects Pluto, Neptune, and Uranus. Keep an open mind when it comes to developing platonic or romantic connections. Shedding your own ego will allow you to find common ground in unexpected places. You'll feel enthusiastic where love is concerned once Mars activates this evening, but don't rush through the honeymoon period. The universe gently reminds you that boundaries and longevity work as a team within matters of the heart as Luna aligns with Jupiter and Saturn.

 It isn't exactly all lightness and harmony at home today, Libra. There's tension in the air and it manifests in silly family arguments. Try to arrange separate activities for siblings, and encourage your partner to eat out with friends, if possible. This is a day to give everyone his or her space. Tomorrow everyone will be happy to eat together again.

I am all about giving people space.  :)  Another "stuck-ness" category.  Solitude to the point of distraction.  Oh well.  Will see if I see an opp to be unstuck about something today.  Have a good Sunday.  

Last Saturday in Aug 2026...time flies.

Finished The Four Winds this a.m.  Will drop off at library on front end of my walk today.  :)  Will move to The Correspondent today.  Listening to All-In as we speak.

Yesterday - writing, reading, walking.  Did talk to TX/NM friend.  They are deep in to real estate buy and sells.  They are so outside of where I operate.  Soon to be owner of 3 homes, married for 40+ years, money at a level where no worries.  What a world.  Landlady gifted me with stuffed peppers, corn chowder due today.  :)  Reached out to sister #1 who is using my number to get discounts at Shoprite as she is at sister #3's near a Shoprite.  I asked her to stay away from the 10 for $2 ears of corn and the red grapes sale/coupon.  "Limit 1" offers and I will be taking advantage of those.  Rest of my shopping will be at ALDI on Monday.  Sister #6 called.  Checking in.  She is back to school.  One more year is her thought as of now.

Listened to another great talk by Thaddeus Pope.  What a gift.  

Today - nothing on my paper calendar.  I will do my monthly report.  Won't be exact "month end" but directionally correct.  Walk - drop book at library, wander the Shoppes.  

You may think you have to watch what you say and do because important people have their eye on you, and to an extent that is true, but don’t let it stop you completely. If fear holds you back, the biggest loser will be you.

If you're feeling fried, it might be time for a digital cleanse, dearest Libra. The Pisces Moon and Venus form an unbalanced aspect early this morning, highlighting how the modern world can be desensitizing. Pulling back from screens can help you rediscover vibrancy in your surroundings and reignite the senses. Focus on wellness practices, catching up on your to-do lists, and releasing stress to make the most of these vibes. Health goals will feel like more of a priority, but don't pressure yourself to embark upon dramatic lifestyle changes on a whim. You'll perk up and desire connection once Luna enters Aries tonight.

You may be focused on a certain trajectory, Libra, but today you could run into complications based on overlooked issues. Be aware of the people around you and how your actions affect them. You don't necessarily need to change your direction, but you might need to make a couple modifications along the way in order to keep everyone happy.

Will see where my sharing/cleansing/modifications land.  Keep a good thought.  :)  Have a good Saturday.  
 

SOOO distracted by shiny objects this a.m. :)

I shut it down early yesterday.  Post massage sometimes I just like to let it all rest and enjoy where the massage lady can leave my body and mind after an hour or her "work".  Talk about having a gift.  So I woke up to an email in box with action items and a voicemail from TX/NM friend.  I moved first on the email from the FEN ED who wanted review by our blog team for her blog post for this upcoming week.  Good article but you know I had a comment or two but only 2 proof-reading items.  :)  Will get back to rest after this.  

Yesterday - Writing, reading, walking, picked up The Correspondent on my walk past library, dropped off Box on way to massage, massage.  Today nothing on my paper calendar.  OOPS!  Just distracted myself again writing to my niece about first day of school for her 6 yr old son.  Back to yesterday.  Post massage - kept myself in quiet and called it a day even earlier than I normally do.  :)

Today - Writing, reading, walking.  TX/NM friend said she would try again to call.  I will hope that she does.  Her life is beyond busy so I hate adding to her juggle but I am who I am and my "open for business" hours do not jive with most.  :) 

With the Sun and Mercury moving through the most secretive area of your chart you would prefer to keep a low profile, but that won’t be possible today. If you have a part to play in what’s going on it’s your duty to play it well.

Your imagination will be highly active as the Virgo Sun and Mercury square Uranus. Embrace creativity as it arises, but don't lose track of your to-do list. Though you'll be tempted to slip into weekend mode early, unfinished business will catch up with you at inconvenient times. A sweet connection between the Pisces Moon and Mars can increase your visibility around the office, and it's important to maintain an image of professionalism and efficiency. If you need help staying on task, buddy with your favorite colleagues to showcase leadership skills while making the day go by faster.

You're feeling pretty strong now, Libra. You're probably in fairly good health and your mind is sharp. You've outgrown some areas of your life that no longer seem what they once were. One of these could be your work. You could be considering leaving a job you took primarily for the money and going into a profession you really love. Do it if it works for you.

VERY interesting cosmic guidance for today.  I will address my "calls to action" with vim and vigor!  As to any "money play", I have never been a good player...oh well, it's me and my SS dollars.  I make it work.  Have a great Friday!