a. list seven habits/quirks/facts about yourself
b. tag seven people to do the same
c. do not tag the person who tagged you or say that you tag "whoever wants to do it"

1. I am addicted to Rock of Love. Aurora and I had a BLAST watching it last week and IMing each other the entire time. :)

2. I am very disappointed that Lifetime Television didn't renew Lisa Williams's contract for this year. She is an amazing psychic.

3. Tim and I had a lot of fun together this weekend. We actually always do.

4. I have removed coffee from my morning ritual and have replaced it with Green Chai.

5. Both of my boys are happier to be with me than with their paternal parent. While I encourage them to keep in touch, secretly it makes me pleased, then I feel selfish.

6. I need to finish crocheting three shawls for my sister's wedding, which is February 15. I know I can do this, but I'm worried.

7. I want to start walking again.

Tagging:

Received this from a friend and think it's beautiful.

Two Witches
A Modern Craft Fairy-Tale
by Mike Nichols

Once upon a time, there were two Witches. One was a Feminist Witch and the other was a Traditionalist Witch. And, although both of them were deeply religious, they had rather different ideas about what their religion meant. The Feminist Witch tended to believe that Witchcraft was a religion especially suited to women because the image of the Goddess was empowering and a strong weapon against patriarchal tyranny. And there was distrust in the heart of the Feminist Witch for the Traditionalist Witch because, from the Feminist perspective, the Traditionalist Witch seemed subversive and a threat to "the Cause".

The Traditionalist Witch tended to believe that Witchcraft was a religion for both men and women because anything less would be divisive. And although the Goddess was worshipped, care was taken to give equal stress to the God-force in nature, the Horned One. And there was distrust in the heart of the Traditionalist Witch for the Feminist Witch because, from the Traditionalist viewpoint, the Feminist Witch seemed like a late-comer and a threat to "Tradition". These two Witches lived in the same community but each belonged to a different Coven, so they did not often run into one another. Strange to say, the few times they did meet, they felt an odd sort of mutual attraction, at least on the physical level. But both recognized the folly of this attraction, for their ideologies were worlds apart, and nothing, it seemed, could ever bridge them.

Then one year the community decided to hold a Grand Coven, and all the Covens in the area were invited to attend. After the rituals, the singing, the magicks, the feasting, the poetry, and dancing were concluded, all retired to their tents and sleeping bags. All but these two. For they were troubled by their differences and couldn't sleep. They alone remained sitting by the campfire while all others around them dreamed. And before long, they began to talk about their differing views of the Goddess. And, since they were both relatively inexperienced Witches, they soon began to argue about what was the "true" image of the Goddess.

"Describe your image of the Goddess to me," challenged the Feminist Witch. The Traditionalist Witch smiled, sighed, and said in a rapt voice, "She is the embodiment of all loveliness. The quintessence of feminine beauty. I picture her with silver-blond hair like moonlight, rich and thick, falling down around her soft shoulders. She has the voluptuous young body of a maiden in her prime, and her clothes are the most seductive, gossamer thin and clinging to her willowy frame. I see her dancing like a young elfin nymph in a moonlit glade, the dance of a temple priestess. And she calls to her lover, the Horned One, in a voice that is gentle and soft and sweet, and as musical as a silver bell frosted with ice. She is Aphrodite, goddess of sensual love. And her lover comes in answer to her call, for she is destined to become the Great Mother. That is how I see the Goddess."

The Feminist Witch hooted with laughter and said, "Your Goddess is a Cosmic Barbie Doll! The Jungian archetype of a cheer-leader! She is all glitter and no substance. Where is her strength? Her power? I see the Goddess very differently. To me, she is the embodiment of strength and courage and wisdom. A living symbol of the collective power of women everywhere. I picture her with hair as black as a moonless night, cropped short for ease of care on the field of battle. She has the muscular body of a woman at the peak of health and fitness. And her clothes are the most practical and sensible, not slinky cocktail dresses. She does not paint her face or perfume her hair or shave her legs to please men's vanities. Nor does she do pornographic dances to attract a man to her. For when she calls to a male, in a voice that is strong and defiant, it will be to do battle with the repressive masculine ego. She is Artemis the huntress, and it is fatal for any man to cast a leering glance in her direction. For, although she may be the many-breasted Mother, she is also the dark Crone of wisdom, who destroys the old order. That is how I see the Goddess."

Now the Traditionalist Witch hooted with laughter and said, "Your Goddess is the antithesis of all that is feminine! She is Yahweh hiding behind a feminine mask! Don't forget that it was his followers who burned Witches at the stake for the "sin" of having "painted faces". After all, Witches with their knowledge of herbs were the ones who developed the art of cosmetics. So what of beauty? What of love and desire?"

And so the argument raged, until the sound of their voices awakened a Coven Elder who was sleeping nearby. The Elder looked from the Feminist Witch to the Traditionalist Witch and back again, saying nothing for a long moment. Then the Elder suggested that both Witches go into the woods apart from one another and there, by magick and meditation, that each seek a "true" vision of the Goddess. This they both agreed to do.

After a time of invocations, there was a moment of perfect stillness. Then a glimmer of light could be seen in the forest, a light shaded deepest green by the dense foliage. Both Witches ran toward the source of the radiance. To their wonder and amazement, they discovered the Goddess had appeared in a clearing directly between them, so that neither Witch could see the other. And the Traditionalist Witch yelled "What did I tell you!" at the same instant the Feminist Witch yelled "You see, I was right!" and so neither Witch heard the other.

To the Feminist Witch, the Goddess seemed to be a shining matrix of power and strength, with courage and energy flowing outward. The Goddess seemed to be holding out her arms to embrace the Feminist Witch, as a comrade in arms. To the Traditionalist Witch, the Goddess seemed to be the zenith of feminine beauty, lightly playing a harp and singing a siren song of seduction. Energy seemed to flow towards her. And she seemed to hold out her arms to the Traditionalist Witch, invitingly.

From opposite sides of the clearing, the Witches ran toward the figure of the Goddess they both loved so well, desiring to be held in the ecstasy of that divine embrace. But just before they reached her, the apparition vanished. And the two Witches were startled to find themselves embracing each other.

And then they both heard the voice of the Goddess. And, oddly enough, it sounded exactly the same to both of them. It sounded like laughter.

Dan Fogelberg succumbed to prostate cancer yesterday morning. His soothing voice and emotional lyrics will be sorely missed.

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May there be light upon your path Dan.

1. If your doctor told you TODAY that you were pregnant, what would you say?
   Were the Christians RIGHT??? (hehehe)
   
   
2. Do you trust all of your friends?
   Obviously, they wouldn't be my friends if I didn't trust them.
   
   
3. Would you move to another state or country to be with the one you love?
   I would
   
4. Do you believe that everything that happens happens for a reason?
   Yes, and I have seen that first hand.
   
   
5. Can you make a pound in change right now?
   Yes
   
6. Which one of your friends do you think would make the best doctor?
   Jenna
   
7. Are you afraid of falling in love?
   Nope
   
8. How many cars are in your driveway?
   I don't have a driveway
   
   
9. Is there someone who pops into your mind at random times?
   Several people seem to do that.
   
   
10. What's your most favorite scar?
    The one on my ankle that hasn't healed in 2 months. LOL
    
    
11. When was the last time you flew in a plane?
    YEARS ago!
    
    
12. What did the last text message you sent say and who to?
    To my friend Chris, saying "are you okay?"
    
13. What features do you find most attractive in the preferred sex?
    Sense of humor
    
    
14. Fill in the blank. I love ____.
    my babies
    
    
15. What is a goal you would like to accomplish in the near future?
    Find a decent paying job.
    
    
16. Do you ever disobey your parents?
    Am I twelve?
    
    
17. How many kids do you want to have?
    The two beautiful ones that I already have.
    
    
18. Would you make a good parent?
    Ask my kids :)
    
19. Where was your default picture taken?
    In my home
    
20. What's your middle name?
    Anne
    
21. Honestly, what's on your mind right now?
    Going to the laundromat
    
22. If you could go back in time and change something, what would it be?
    Nothing. Everything that has happened in the past made me the person that I am today.
    
23. Who was or will be the maid of honour/ best man at your wedding?
    My sister Sue was
    
24. What are you wearing right now?
    Sweat pants and a t shirt. (Hey now - it's Sunday!)
    
25. Righty or Lefty?
    Righty
    
26. Best place to eat?
    Rainforest Cafe
    
    
27. Favourite jeans?
    Only have one pair....
    
    
28. Favourite animal?
    Love them all but would have to say cats. (Don't tell Howie!)
    
    
29. Favourite juice?
    Fuze Relax Peach Mango
    
30. Have you had the chicken pox?
    Yes 
    
    
31. Have you had a sore throat?
    Yes
    
    
32. Ever had a bar fight?
    Nope - not even a bar argument.
    
33. Who knows you the best?
    Jenna, Michele and Raine
    
    
34. Shoe size?
    9 
    
    
35. Do you wear contact lenses or glasses?
    Glasses
    
36. Ever been in a fight with your pet?
    Not exactly a fight. A battle of wills maybe. ;-)
    
    
37. Been to Mexico?
    Nope
    
38. Did you buy something today?
    Not yet, but I have to buy gas.
    
39. Did you get sick today?
    Nope
    
40. Do you miss someone today?
    Yes
    
    
41. Did you get in a fight with someone today?
    Nope.
    
    
42. When is the last time you had a massage?
    Before I was pregnant with Tyler ~sigh~ I am DUE!
    
43. Last person to lay in your bed?
    Besides me?
    
    
44. Last person to see you cry?
    Nobody - I cry in my bedroom alone
    
45. Who made you cry?
    
    
46. What was the last TV show you watched?
    Everybody Loves Raymond, but Ice Dancing with the Stars sounds wonderful!
    
47. What are your plans for the weekend?
    Irritate Howie and Nester with holiday costumes, do laundry, console Tyler about the loss of his dog (at his father's house), and relax!
    
48. Who do you think will repost this?
    Dunno.
    
    
49. Who was the last person you hung out with?
    Shonda
    
50. If your significant other asked you to marry them TODAY what would you say?
    Who are you?
    

The last of the guests have gone home. We had a wonderful dinner of turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, cranberry sauce, sweet potatoes, butternut squash, corn, broccoli and rolls. Dessert was apple and pumpkin pie. The food was great, but the company was even better.

After the guests left, we pulled out the Yule tree and put it up. Yes, I do realize that it's a bit early. However, there's something so magical about holiday lights. I have been incredibly blessed this year with the most wonderful friends in the whole world and feel the need to create that magical feeling for everyone to share.

The tree is up and the lights are lit. Our sweet Angel has taken her traditional place at the top of the tree. The beaded garland is up. And we will finish decorating tomorrow, when the temperatures drop to a more seasonal level.

For the past couple of years, I haven't really decorated outside, although I have outside decorations. For some reason, I just couldn't bring myself to do it. This year, I can feel the depression lifting. We are not only decorating out front, but have decided to decorate the garden as well. I would like to weave lights into the lattice. I have one more strand of beaded garland that I may put out as a frame and put a God representation in the middle.

The boys are still up, well fed but feeling the excitement of the holiday season. I have just been watching the lights. It's wonderful.

If I was calmer, I would comment.

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I know - it's 3:00 AM here and I should be sleeping. However, lately I've been waking up at about 2:30 and have had trouble falling asleep. Tonight, I went to read a blog that was recommended and came upon the most horrendous news item.

Megan Meier was 13 years old. As many 13 year olds do, Megan had serious issues with her self esteem. She was overweight, wore braces and considered herself ugly. Megan also suffered from depression and add and took medication.

Megan had a friend that lived on her street. She and this friend were "on again, off again" friends. Megan finally had enough and parted ways with the other teen. Even though their children didn't get along, Megan's parents (Tina and Ron Meier) continued to socialize with Lori and Curt Drew (the parents of the other teen). Tina and Ron even hid a foosball table that Lori and Curt bought for their children for Christmas.

Megan had a Myspace account, as most teens do. One day, a "hot" (according to Megan) 16 year old boy named Josh asked to be added to her friends list. Megan was thrilled! She added him and the two became fast friends, corresponding daily.

Megan would come home from school and immediately check the computer for messages from Josh. She lost 20 pounds and was HAPPY!

All of a sudden, things changed.

Josh sent Megan a note saying that he didn't think he wanted to be friends with her because he knew that she treated her friends poorly. When Megan asked Josh what he meant, Josh's messages turned vile. "You're fat and ugly." "The whole school knows you're a slut." "The world would be a better place without you in it." This went on for hours.

Megan, in complete tears, ran into her bedroom and hung herself in her closet. She died the next day.

Folks, the news only gets worse from here.

There was no Josh. Ever. He did not exist. The Josh profile was created by Lori Drew and her employee. According to Lori, she did this to find out what Megan was saying about her daughter.

Tina and Ron found out about Lori's ruse approximately 6 weeks after Megan's death. Ron tood a sledgehammer and an ax to the foosball table, spray painted "Merry Christmas" on the box and threw it on Lori's front lawn.

Lori had the audacity to not only call the police, but to press charges.

Originally, the blogs would not name Lori Drew in order to "protect" Lori's daughter, who did not participate in this farce.

Below is a copy of the police report that I found online, from one of the blogs that would not mention Lori's name. Keep in mind that this police report is NOT for the harassment suffered by Megan, but for the destruction of the foosball table by Ron upon learning that Lori indirectly killed his daughter.

"(She) stated in the months leading up Meier's daughter's suicide, she instigated and monitored a 'my space' account which was created for the sole purpose of communicating with Meier's daughter.

"(She) said she, with the help of temporary employee named ------ constructed a profile of 'good looking' male on 'my space' in order to 'find out what Megan (Meier's daughter) was saying on-line' about her daughter. (She) explained the communication between the fake male profile and Megan was aimed at gaining Megan's confidence and finding out what Megan felt about her daughter and other people.

"(She) stated she, her daughter and (the temporary employee) all typed, read and monitored the communication between the fake male profile and Megan …..

"According to (her) 'somehow' other 'my space' users were able to access the fake male profile and Megan found out she had been duped. (She) stated she knew 'arguments' had broken out between Megan and others on 'my space.' (She) felt this incident contributed to Megan's suicide, but she did not feel 'as guilty' because at the funeral she found out 'Megan had tried to commit suicide before.'"

1. Lori does not feel guilty about Megan's death because Megan suffered from depression already. It should be noted that Megan had NEVER attempted suicide before.

2. No charges are being pressed against Lori, because the prosecutor's office can't find a law that Lori broken. How about harassment? How about an authority figure taking advantage of a child?

3. Lori is ACTUALLY PRESSING CHARGES for the destruction of her foosball table.

Sounds like a complete psychopath that will never take responsibility for her actions to me.

Thoughts?

My doctor released me to return to work on Monday. However, as most of you know, business at my place of employment has been really slow. They let almost all of the department go today, including me.

While I will miss all of the people that I worked with, I feel it is a blessing. Now, don't get me wrong - the company is GREAT! The people are WONDERFUL! Never in my life have I seen so many wonderful people together in one company.

Construction is just not for me any more. I'm not the same person that I was 17 years ago when I started in this field. I've blogged about this before; I want to get into the animal protection field. That's where I can make a huge difference!

I am getting severance pay, which will go towards bills and school. It is a fresh start. A new day. A new life.

Gotta rant a bit here. I'm ranting about the parents that don't feel it's a worthwhile trip to the doctor's office unless they have an antibiotic for their child, even if their child only has a slight virus. I'm also ranting about the doctors that cave into that mentality and prescribe antibiotics for nothing. And, finally, for those with infections that stop taking their antibiotics and save them for later because "they're feeling better".

Do you people realize that these reasons are WHY we now have antibiotic-resistant bacteria? Antibiotics will not help a virus. Period. And unless you are a doctor, you have no idea whether what your child has is a virus or a bacteria or an infection. If you REALLY don't trust your doctor's findings, then get another doctor. But stop self-diagnosing!

Doctors, get a backbone! Stop caving into these parents that think they know better than you do! Don't give in to their fear! Yes, test if necessary. BUT DON'T JUST GO PRESCRIBING ANTIBIOTICS BECAUSE IT'S EASIER! You had eons of schooling to be able to diagnose correctly. The parents didn't. They only had a baby. (And for those out there that will state that they know their child better than a doctor does - yes, you do. You know when your child is sick. You know when there is a problem. BUT STOP SELF-DIAGNOSING! You don't know EXACTLY what's going on!)

And patients, when your doctor DOES accurately prescribe an antibiotic, TAKE IT AS DIRECTED! DO NOT STOP TAKING IT JUST BECAUSE YOU FEEL BETTER, ESPECIALLY IF WHAT YOU HAVE IS A BACTERIA! Yes, you will begin to feel better within a day or two of taking your antibiotics. That's because the antibiotic is weakening the bacteria or infection. It will take the entire course of antibiotics to actually KILL the infection or bacteria. When you stop taking your medications, you have now given the infection or bacteria a chance to become immune to the antibiotic you were given. And if you have a type of bacteria, you can spread it to others. How the heck do you think we ended up with MRSA?

AND IF YOUR CHILD HAS A SKIN RASH THAT YOU CANNOT IDENTIFY, DO NOT SEND THEM TO SCHOOL!

And because of the reasons stated above, I am in the process of having a heart attack while waiting for the culture results to see if Tyler has MRSA.

I am going to have surgery on Tuesday, October 23, bright and early in the morning. Don't take it personally if I'm not around much between now and then - I have a TON of things to get together.

I'll also be out of commission for a little while afterwards.

Thank you so much for all of your support. Love you!

After the week I've had, you would think that SOMETHING would go right today.

After Tyler's bus came, I was walking home and hear a dog screaming. Horribly screaming. I went to find the dog and saw it in an enclosed porch. The dog's "owner" was choking it. When he saw me, he stopped. As I walked home to call Animal Control, the dog started screaming again.

Government agencies suck.

My friend was seriously ill, to the point where the doctor told her on Wednesday that she was less than a day away from being admitted to the hospital. Yesterday, she sounded worse so I told her to call the doctor again. She waited until today, only to have the "superior" receptionist tell her that she WON'T feel better after 2 days. Every time she tried to tell Mrs. Holier Than Though what was wrong, she was interrupted. She finally said she only wanted to leave a message for the doctor, who happens to also be my doctor.

After receiving no response from the doctor, she called me at 1:00 to ask if this was normal. I explained that it was NOT and she should call the doctor again. She was, unfortuately, speaking with the superior receptionist again, who said she spoke with the doctor and the doctor said to give it a couple of weeks before she felt better. My friend tried explaining that she KNOWS she wouldn't feel better, but she shouldn't feel WORSE and feel like someone was sitting on her chest. The receptionist wouldn't listen to her, so she started crying and hung up. I ended up calling, giving the receptionist a piece of my mind, telling her EXACTLY what was wrong and getting an appointment for 2:45 this afternoon. I went as well, since my friend didn't feel capable of being alone.

While there, I get a phone call from the school that Tim was suspended. There was a substitute in his English class that was unable to control the students. One kid kept stabbing Tim in the hand with a pen and took Tim's books. Tim took them back and told him to stop. This kid kept going. Tim took his pen. The kid took another one out of his pencil case and started stabbing him again. Tim stood up and smacked this kid. Now, they're telling me to come pick him up from school and he will have 5 days of in school suspension for hitting another student. He has stab marks all over his hand and arm, but the assistant principal said there was no "proof" that this other child stabbed Tim, so he will suffer no repercussions.

Did I tell you that I can't drive my car? Oh, and at the time of this call, I was in the doctor's office, 40 minutes from the school. AND Tim was going to meet Tyler at the bus stop.

Now, I'm going crazy. I call the school and ask if Tim could go home on the late bus. I call a friend to pick up Tyler at the bus stop. Tim calls me back and says that he is too upset to stay, so he's going to walk home, up Route 1. I call my friend back again and ask for Tim to be picked up after Tyler and explain that he'll be on the highway somewhere.

The doctor said that my friend needs a nebulizer, albuterol and prednazone (steroids). The superior receptionist would not come out to speak to us while ordering the nebulizer because she KNEW I would give her crap. (Keep in mind that this is the doctor that I am friends with.) We go to the pharmacy, get the prescriptions, pick up the kids and get dropped off at home.

You'd think it ended there, right? WRONG!

I made cheeseburgers on the grill for dinner tonight. Quick and easy. NOT! I made them, put them on the table, then went to the bathroom. When I came out, Nester was eating the cheeseburgers. After squirting Nester with cat repellant, it was back to the grill.

Finally, I finished cooking and we all ate quickly. I loaded the dish washer and fixed the coffee pot for the morning. The kids chose this moment to begin arguing. What were they arguing about? I have no idea because neither one of them knew either. ~sigh~

At this point, it's getting chilly in the house. I checked the thermostat and it said 60 degrees, so I turned on the heat for the first time this year. Yes, 5 degrees really DOES make a difference. I am still waiting for the heater to kick in. This has been an hour already. It was all set up. Pilot light is on. Motor is trying. Nothing coming out of the vents.

I have no car. My dryer is broken. My heater is not working. I did buy a clothes line yesterday but due to the clusterphuck of today, I didn't get my first load of laundry onto the line until it was almost dark. I have a headache. Surgery still hasn't been scheduled. The kids can't even look at each other without bickering.

And Sparkles brought me a mouse this evening. Charming.

This morning, I woke up with a smile on my face. I have no idea why. I looked up and saw and orb RIGHT above my bed. It twinkled at me, then disappeared. I had the feeling that I should say thank you, so I said, "Thank you! I really appreciate that!"

I then looked at the clock and noticed that it was time for me to wake up. And guess what? I forgot to set the alarm clock last night.

I think that was really sweet.

Nester is the FUNNIEST kitten in the world. He has decided to take over our home. :) He will run around the living room for a little while, then in one leap, jump onto your lap and fall asleep or stare into your eyes. If the boys are playing video games, Nester will perch himself on the arm of the couch and watch them. He will curl up with anyone for hours.

Last night, Nester jumped onto my bed and curled up with me. I put my arm around him and started petting him. He PULLED my hand onto his belly! hehehe

There is nothing shy about our new baby.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/worldnews.html?in_article_id=481028&in_page_id=1811&ct=5

I could just vomit.

I went to the tattoo parlor this afternoon, JUST to talk. I wasn't going to make an appointment. I have other things to do. I was just curious. I wanted to discuss the cost, the pain factor, after care, etc. I showed them the picture of the cat on the moon. They can do it VERY cheaply.

I have an appointment for 12:30 tomorrow (September 8) to get the tattoo.

Between Nelly and the tattoo, I am convinced that this is the beginning of my mid-life crisis. But that's okay. Nothing wrong with a little ink. Nothing wrong with cutting loose a little bit, as long as you know when to pull in the reins. Nothing wrong with adopting haunted items.

Okay, maybe that was a BIT exaggerated, but I do need help. And yes, the kind that you can give me.

I want a tattoo. Seriously. I've wanted one for a long time. And I've just found out that I have been accepted as a vendor to Central Jersey Pagan Pride Day on September 22!

So, I'm thinking of combining the best of both worlds. If I do well at Pagan Pride Day, I am going to get a tattoo. I want a crescent moon with a black cat on it. But the black cat has to have green eyes and a red collar.

My second tattoo will be the Triple Moon symbol. I just want to get the more painful of the two first.

Can anyone draw what I am looking for? Or have you seen something similar?

Name Analysis: Patricia **** *****

http://sun-angel.com/numerology/report_free_full.php#hints

Expression: 4

The Expression number shows us who we truly are, what we came into this life already knowing. This is where we feel most comfortable and how we automatically act. We attract people and situations to us that require our Expression so that they can further evolve. In this way we play the role of teacher. Naturally we are attracted to occupations that we resonate to, so the Expression number can be a strong factor in our choice of a career as well. Our Expression is the vehicle, with all its virtues and vices, that drives us along the path of our Destiny. It is the essence of our identity.

You are the builder of the world. With your organized, efficient approach everything gets done right the first time. You emanate security and would sacrifice your own desires for your family and anyone or anything else that you considered a responsibility. You have a relentless eye for value and quality and you have the patience and determination to work for it.

Soul Urge: 8

The Soul Urge number has also been called Heart's Desire and Spiritual Urge. It is our secret, innermost longing. Our dream, our motivation, the fuel that energizes our journey. The Soul Urge number reveals what we secretly strive to be or accomplish. Some have said that this number tells us what we have been in previous lifetimes, the accumulated growth of our soul.

Achievement is your motivating force and you will take on the biggest challenge in order to make the longest strides. You will often be chosen as the leader in groups and in functions where organization, strength and determination is needed. Psychology interests you because it enables you to understand the people that you are leading, as well as the competition. Inside, you have the need to excel.

Persona: 5

The Persona number describes the way we appear to the outside world, the first impression people have of us. We may not even be aware of how we are perceived by others because we are so often focused on our inner world, and many times the inner does not match the outer. Persona gives us a peek at some hidden talents we have. The talents that we use to get along in the world and in some instances, protect us from it. It is likened to a bag of tools (jewels) that we carry with us along the way.

You've got charisma, and a following to prove it. You live by your belief that change is progress, and so there tends to be a quick turn over in your relationships, jobs and even educational interests. You are the proverbial, " jack of all trades-master of none.", and this gives you a multi-dimensionality that befriends you to people of every walk of life. You are colorful in your dress and possess a magnetic sensuality.

Natal Analysis: March 24, 1970

Personal Year: 9

The number 9 is a period of preparation for the next cycle of 1 through 9. It is a time when everything in your life is weighed and only those things that are needed for your evolution remain. It is certainly helpful if you honestly and lovingly face yourself and your life at this time. If you do, and if you have been true to yourself up until now, this will be a time of release, freedom, and exhilarating relief, as you anticipate the new adventures that are waiting for a space in your life. It is a good time to give to others now, as you are feeling humble and compassionate at this time.

Personal Month: 8

This is your month for progress, and money! There are many opportunities for advancement now and if you use them wisely, the dividends will multiply. Be careful with spending. Cash checks. Exercise your power and influence. Be benevolent.

Personal Day: 11

Today is a good day to make like an angel and bless somebody! You are inspired and surrounded by white light so wear rainbow colors and listen to your intuition. Spiritual things are flowing smoothly today.

Destiny: 8

The Destiny number describes the life lessons that we have come here to learn. It reveals to us the path we must take, and the role we must play to fulfill our mission. Often our choice of career is based on this vibration, and if not, then it will manifest through avocational pursuits. We may attract people and experiences into our lives that mirror the traits of this number for us, so that we may develop into our highest potential. We don't always welcome our life lessons, so it is a possibility that we may even feel an aversion to the characteristics of our Destiny number in other people, and we may ourselves act the opposite. In spite of the many ways we may choose to react to this force within us, we have been gifted with all of the talents and energy needed to fulfill our Destiny.

You will be given many opportunities in life to learn how to wisely use power, authority and money. Whether you're the head of a great corporation a great family or a great team, your discipline, persistence, courage and strength is sure to bring you success. You have a philanthropic nature and you will learn in life that true power is in sharing this success. Sports is an area requiring the kind of strength, determination and endurance that an 8 destiny gives you, as is the business world.

Cycles

The destiny is divided into 3 great cycles, each governing us for specific durations throughout our life. The Seed cycle begins at birth and colors our experiences through childhood and adolescence. During the year nearest our 28th birthday, we move into the Fruit cycle which remains throughout the middle part of our life until the year nearest our 56th birthday, and the Harvest cycle carries on from there. Taken all together, the cycles show us our particular path that will lead to the fulfillment of our destiny.

Seed: 3

A child under this cycle tends to be very expressive. They talk and sing and dance in circles. Three's love to be noticed, and will usually be appearance conscious from early on. As teens, they usually write, draw or paint very well, and a telephone seems to grow out of their ear.

Fruit: 6

This cycle is about responsibility, duty, and serving one's fellow man. This nurturing is usually begun at home, as domesticity gives the 6 much pleasure. Beauty and harmony are sought and even fought for. The 6 may have a career as a decorator, beautician, chef, nurse or landscape architect. The most important thing during this cycle, however, is the maintaining of a happy and harmonious home life.

Harvest: 8

Manage all that money wisely! This is the time of either reward for wise choices in the past, or hard work, usually to maintain all of the success. It is important to use discernment at this time, especially when finding someone to manage the very important things to you, like your finances. You could easily start a new company now or diversify into a new field or project. Luck and assistance are with you. It's not likely that you'll consider "retirement", however, it is important to find a lot of time for rest and maintaining emotional relationships for your health.

Pinnacles

The four pinnacles reveal the high spots or heights of attainment that we are likely to encounter as we move along the path of our life. The 1st pinnacle lasts from birth to around age 28. The 2nd pinnacle lasts for 9 years after that. the 3rd pinnacle lasts 9 more years, and the 4th pinnacle carries on through the rest of our life. The peak of the pinnacle is reached during the next 1 personal year. Pinnacles are like sudden inheritances from a benevolent aunt, they can transform the prevailing energies completely and suddenly. It is useful to look ahead and prepare for our pinnacles so that we can maximize their gifts to us and shape them into the most positive manifestation.

First Pinnacle: 9

Inspiration is very accessible now and works of genius can be born. This is a time for self-less service and working for the good of all. As the 1st pinnacle, 9's are often romantic seekers of the "perfect love". Poets, dreamers, and prophets.

Second Pinnacle: 5

The 5 pinnacle will bring opportunities for freedom in any area that there has been stagnation, so changes in job, relationships or residence are common. If there is a resistance to change, it may be manifested through something or someone seeming to force it. Either way the change will occur.

Third Pinnacle: 5

Adventure, change and exploration mark this as a period of exciting growth and discovery. Travel, romance and freedom of every kind of expression is the urge during this pinnacle.

Fourth Pinnacle: 11

Legacies and inheritances may come to you now, however, it is not the time for any kind of commercial pursuit. Now is the time to harness the high vibrational energies surrounding you and channel them into something useful that benefits all. Invention and inspiration are yours for the asking.

Challenges

The three challenges show us the major influences demanding our attention during specific sections of our lifetime. The 1st challenge influences the years from birth to age 28. The 2nd challenge takes over from age 28 to 52, and the third affects us our whole life. Challenges shape our attitudes and can affect our health. These vibrations that challenge us, cause either an exaggeration of the associated qualities or a lack of them, both of which are extremes which need to be brought into balance.

First Challenge: 3

3 challenge children are either too doted on or too neglected by their parents. They are usually an only child, the only boy or only girl or the oldest or youngest. They may have played the role of "friend" to their parents. It is due to this that they learn to perform, and please for love. As they grow up the 3 sees themselves as a fairy princess or handsome prince one day and an ugly duckling the next. They are on the constant lookout for signs of approval.

Second Challenge: 2

This is the challenge of sensitivity and self-sacrifice. Two's look for needs to be filled in others and attempt to fill those needs while ignoring their own, all with the hope that someone will take care of them in return. It is possible that a two challenger can manifest just the opposite as well and be preoccupied with their own needs, feelings, desires, beliefs to the point that other people are only here to fill their endless requirements. Balance is found between the independence of 1 and the self-expression of 3.

Third Challenge: 1

The challenge of ambition and will-power. The 1 challenge holder may feel that their natural will and desire to create, explore and discover, is being thwarted by external circumstance or authority. This may lead them to snuff out their own bright flame in an effort for harmony. The challenge is to acknowledge this tendency and to force themselves to forge ahead and assert their will against, or in spite of opposition. The key is to act upon one's firm decisions, making sure it is the best choice and then committing to the final outcome. The opposite of this is possible where the challenger is so focused on their own will and desires that they trample over everything else in their path. In this case the remedy is to realize that we are all sharing this experience together, and to act accordingly.