Thanks, But I'll Sleep When I'm Dead

"Even a Taurus needs to take life at a more sedate pace now and again, and according to the planets both your body and your mind could do with a bit of a rest. Relax and enjoy the coming weekend."

O.K. Yesterday I was supposed to go out into the world and change it. Tomorrow I'm supposed to be back on the couch, watching true crime shows. I guess I do need a break. 

From my horoscope. I'm sorry, New York Post, but I can't change gears that quickly. After all, I am a Taurus.

Humility, Uber Alles

"You need to broaden your horizons, especially if you are one of those Taureans who generally prefer to stay close to home. Get out into the world and learn how to make a difference. People need your brand of integrity."

 I can do this. I'm about to get in the car and drive to Greensboro, Georgia. As in golf courses, Ritz Carltons, and Friends of George Bush.

There's a fancy consignment store there and I need a ballgown to wear if I get an extra role on Single Ladies as an "upscale, classy, conservative old money" party goer next month.

Even though I am venturing forth deep into Republican Territory, I won't forget my roots.  And if even one of them mentions politics, I'll talk New Deal. 

The Apollo Mini-Mart

"Something that was an issue before won’t be an issue as from today, most likely because you no longer take it seriously. As the Sun changes signs so your awareness will deepen, and many “problems” will cease to exist."

I am not going to worry about money. I am not going to blog about worrying about money.

I'll have the Gas Station of my dreams, and as a result, 10,000 lottery tickets. And my daughter is home to help amuse the cats.  

Million Dollar Baby

"You need to get clear  in your mind what it is you most want to accomplish. If you have a well defined goal and a sensible plan then you really cannot lose. Does that sound too simple? But life is simple."

So is the lottery, if you chose the quick pix. I always plan to buy four lottery tickets per week. You can't win if you don't play, right? But there's something so very unappetizing about the place they are sold. Guess I'll just have to suck it up and get over there. Today. 

Last month someone won a million dollars on a scratch off. As seedy as this place is, it has powerful mojo.

The Waiting Game

"An investment you made a long time ago may well pay off today. Don't let anyone tell you that you don't deserve it. You deserve everything you get, and you'll get even more towards the end of the week."

O.K. Irving Berlin, help me out here. Since I "Got no silver, got no gold," and  "what I got can't be bought or sold" , I'm a little puzzled.

So for the next three days, I'll wait with baited breath for the Windfall of Windfalls. 

Meanwhile, I'd better feed the cats.

Gray Gardens

Dec.2: "What other people are doing may be interesting, of course, but what you are doing is of life changing significance. Don’t be afraid to put your own needs first today- because they will benefit many other people, too. "

Two of my friends have one man art shows opening this weekend. Another is completing a featured story for a major magazine.

Now as for me, and my needs?

I needed to work, cast as a nurse on Crew 6, but the job got cancelled. I needed to post things on Ebay, but I didn't have time. I needed to stock my booth at the flea market, but I couldn't face it.

And I needed to take my cat Paris to the vet, again. She's very sick. Apparently with a virus that surfaces in multi-cat households, due to stress.

So now I need to take Little Bit back to the Humane Society, and I need to drive Edward to Rhode Island, where he may just benefit someone who will adore him beyond measure.

Maybe in my next incarnation I can simply be a cat. Now that's a significant life change I can accept.

Meanwhile, I need a pillow to cry into. Make it a nice arctic goose down pillow, with German fabric.

 

 

The Secretariat of Couch

"No matter how much others may try to persuade you that you will achieve more in the long- term by backing off a bit now, you won’t listen, and quite right, too. If it feels good, do it- and do it fast."

Thank God! I can go back to escaping my responsibilities by watching television 24/7. Sofa, here I come.

Les Miserables

"Don’t let others infect you with their doom and gloom attitude. Just because they are going through a stage where nothing seems to be going right does not mean you have to join them. Unfortunately, misery loves company."

Since I'm a Taurus, and, as you may recall, Tougher Than the Rest, I don't need a bunch of snivelling complainers to make me feel lousy. I can damn well do that on my own. 

 

Arctic Bound

"If you are planning to be on the move this coming week you will enjoy considerable success. If you are not planning to be on the move then you should be.Get out there and show the world what star quality looks like."

I'm trying. Lord knows I'm trying. If nobody books me next week I'm leaving for the North Pole. How's that for a move? 

Tougher Than the Rest

"So many things are changing now that it’s no big surprise you are nervous. But don’t freeze completely because you have so much to do both at home and at work. Tauruses are supposed to be tough. Are you?"

Not much I have to say about this other than it's cold outside, but I have a coat, and I am. Me and the Boss.

Well, it ain't no secret

I've been around a time or two 

Well I don't know baby maybe you've been around too 

Well there's another dance

All you gotta do is say yes 

And if you're rough and ready for love

Baby I'm tougher than the rest.

Bruce 1987

Where the Heart Is

"The answers you are looking for are not “out there” in the world at large, but “in there”, where your heart is. Take time to listen to you inner voice over the next few days- what it has to tell you is priceless."

All joking aside, I believe that the Kingdom is within us. If we could only truly firmly believe and act on this, our worlds would be heaven on earth.

I will be listening to my Christian Science broadcast today at 12 noon, eastern standard time.  If I can take it to heart, my cats Edward and Paris will stop hissing at the new kitten, and I will be happy.

No comments from the peanut gallery, please.

Fast Moving Train

"You will have to defend yourself forcefully today from what you consider to be an unjustified attack. However, once the shouting is over you should sit down somewhere quiet and ask if maybe your critics have a point."

Umm... it's not my fault the log truck was on the railroad tracks when the freight train came through.

Amazingly enough, only one apartment (not mine) was decimated, and no one was injured.

So who will attack me, and why? Is because of the new kitten? I haven't even finalized my decision to adopt her. Is three cats in a loft in dangerous proximity to the southern railroad too edgy?

 O.K., my public. Hit me with it. I'm off to the Humane Society to clean cages. It's Photos with Santa Day. 

Suspicious Minds

"Something you are told today is at best misguided and at best a downright lie, so be on your guard and make sure you don’t fall for any more misinformation. A little suspicion will go a long way."

 It's 9 a.m., and I have my guard up. I can't build my dreams on suspicious minds, even my own. Time will tell if this cheerful prediction holds water, or if my Christian Science training will turn the tide.

Trouble Waiting to Happen

"It may seem as if the world is against you but it isn’t true and deep down you know it. The most important thing by far today is your attitude. Stay positive and positive things are sure to happen - eventually."

Warren wrote:

I woke up this morning and I fell out of bed

Trouble waiting to happen

Should've quit while I was ahead

Trouble waiting to happen. 

I turned on the news to the Third World War

Opened up the paper to World War IV 

Just when I thought it was safe to be bored

Trouble waiting to happen.

My attitude is: I'm not taking any chances. Whether the world is for me or against me, I'm staying home and watching t.v. all day. I'll venture out again... eventually.

A Little Directionality, Please

"You won't lack for courage or confidence today, but make sure they are well directed. You can quite easily take a creative project to a higher level, but only if you have a specific long-term goal in mind."

When I read this, I became quite excited and gave some very serious thought to spending at least part of the day working on the book-which-is-going-to-make-me-a-million dollars. The book I have been working on and off on for longer than I care to admit.

Somehow, it did not happen. But I did put in several hours at the Humane Society, and managed to get the materials necessary to make an even tackier Christmas wreath than the one we had last year.

I guess that's taking a creative project to a higher level.

And as far as yesterday went: I had attitude. I vacated one of the two storage lockers I have had for 20 years. 

Chapeau bas, me.

Act As If

"Attitude is everything, especially on the work front where you will succeed if you can convince yourself that you are the best at what you do. It isn't far from the truth and, if you work hard, it soon will be true."

Tomorrow, they'll be in the cabin and the plane will crash without me.  They'll be in the woods looking for a two-legged meal, and I'll be satisfied with a sandwich. Did my agency call?  No.

Still, I know I can die or be injured with panache, and I can tear my living prey apart with the best of them. Bring it on!

But today, just for today, I'm going to move some stuff around. On Craig's List, Ebay and in my storage lockers. I CAN DO IT!

As far as yesterday's prediction goes, my angel of a service manager at Athens Chevrolet heard the strange buzzing in the Silverado's dashboard and is replacing the entire instrument panel. At no charge.

How's that for yesterday's prophecy fufilled?

O.K., Universe. Deliver!

Taurus:  "All you have to do is click your fingers and people will come running to assist you from all directions. If there is something (or someone) you truly desire it will be yours by the end of the day." 

O.K. Here goes: Robert Zemeckis, I want my job back on Flight. Greg Nicotero, I want to be a Zombie on The Walking Dead again.  And to whom it may concern, I want a few thousand dollars to pay this month's bills.