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Real heroes are men who fall and fail and are flawed, but win out in the end because they've stayed true to their ideals and beliefs and commitments.
- Kevin Costner

Weekly prediction

First Quarter Moon, Nov. 28th, 1:30 AM EST

Dear Betsy,

It's time to focus on new beginnings and the power you have to change your life forever.

As Henry Thoreau wrote: "I know of no more encouraging fact than the unquestionable ability of man to elevate his life by conscious endeavor."

In order to change, the first thing you must do is get yourself unstuck. Betsy, to do this, it is important that you look closely at how you perceive yourself. Most limitations to success you perceive come from internalizing negative messages from people and past events. These can easily be overcome.

This is very important for you to remember -- you do have the power to succeed. And together, Betsy, we are going to grow your awareness and choice-making ability so you can experience abundance in every area of your life.

Know that the thoughts that empower you to succeed come from your true Self and a Higher Power. This is why you must first love yourself and embrace the incredible blessings you have been given. Now more than ever, know that it is not only possible to change your thinking but also your actions. This steady change will allow your dreams to blossom and be realized. As Marcus Aurelius said "The universe is change; our life is what our thoughts make it."

So that is why this week I want you to remember to concentrate on:

1. Focusing your mind on your best achievements, both big and small, and your ability to succeed.

2. Quieting your mind for 15 minutes each day in order to feel the energy flow within you. This will help get your thoughts moving in the right direction so that you can begin realizing your dreams.

3. Choosing one goal and taking your first step towards achieving it.

Betsy, you can't expect to achieve success or move beyond your present situation unless you truly believe in yourself. Now is the time to use this inner power to change your life.

I know you can do this and Bethea and I will be there with you, every step of the way.

Until next week,

This could be a rather frustrating week if you have a long list of chores to get through, and I guess as we're nearing the holiday season, you certainly will! So, as the aspects between Mercury and Neptune on the 29th and Mars and Saturn on the 30th don't encourage efficiency, try to schedule your appointments and commitments around those days and relax as much as you can on Wednesday and Thursday. Have "midweek weekend"! On the 3rd, the Moon and Mercury are in opposition, and it's best to take any differences of opinion with a large grain of salt.

	Betsy, I want you to take maximum advantage of the luck coming your way this week. From my calculations, Friday is going to be your lucky day for this period. And your Lucky Numbers are 01, 03, 05, 14, 20, 26. I hope you'll make the best of them.

This week's predictions

New Moon, Nov. 20th, 17:19 PM EST

Dear Betsy,

I am very excited about our working together. In addition, I am happy to share some exciting news with you. I have asked Bethea Jenner, a charming and talented astrologer, to join me in giving the forecast a new twist. Bethea's approach to astrology is practical, down-to-earth and mixed with humor. I think you will appreciate and enjoy her weekly view of upcoming star energies as well as her insight into your relationships, finances and general weekly predictions.

Bethea is a well-respected astrologer in the UK. She is very intuitive and has a broad knowledge of astrology and other esoteric sciences. We first met while working on an astrological book project together and quickly became friends. I was immediately struck by her knowledge of astrology and her quick wit. Needless to say, I am very excited to be working with her because I think she will bring an added dimension to the weekly interpretation of your horoscope. I hope that you, too, will enjoy it, and as they say, two heads are better than one!

So be sure to check out Bethea's predictions below in "What the Stars Say This Week" -- and count your lucky stars, Betsy.

Your friend,

There is a lovely New Moon in Scorpio on the 20th, right next to Jupiter. This is an opportunity to get really close to someone you love. On the 22nd, the Sun enters Sagittarius and on the 24th Jupiter does the same, ushering in a year of optimism and opportunity. Sandwiched in between is Thanksgiving Day. All this benevolent Sagittarian energy in the atmosphere ensures that you'll have a wonderful time with your family and friends. But try not to overdo the food and drink, as you could suffer the next day!

Update on me

I got my flu shot a week ago and now I don't know if I'm sick because of it or just from 4 different doctor visits. Stupid weakened immune system!

I've had so many headaches, too, that I told my doctor (internist/GP/PC whatever they're called now) and we think that they might be related to high blood pressure so now I'm BACK on blood pressure medication, after having had it under control for 2 years. And I don't like having to take migraine medication as much as I have been. I'm on my third refill.

So all I've been able to do workout-wise is PHH Power Stretch. I don't think I should be increasing my heart rate until I know my BP's under control.

Update from 4 doctors

I saw thw surgeon last week--the one who found the tumor--and he recalled that I needed a follow-up CT scan for the spot they found in my lung, which is scheduled for tomorrow.

So I saw my rheumatologist on Friday & she seemed distracted and like she didn't remember me--kept asking about my laporectomy?? What the heck??

Then I saw my neurologist on Monday and he said that I seemed to be doing well so heordered a follow-up MRI, which is scheduled for tomorrow, too.

I saw my internist yesterday and she added more labs and the follow-up to the sleep study I had before the surgery. But while I was there, I told her about all my dam headaches, and we noted that my blood pressure has been high lately so now I'm back on blood pressure medication.

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Our bodies are our gardens . . .
our wills are our gardeners.

William Shakespeare

Dam flare-ups!!!

I feel like that old commercial:

"This itching!! It's driving me CRAZY!!

Now try Lanacane?"

Too bad the sutff doesn't help...

Great video!!

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Dam Migraines!

This stinks!!!

Woke up with one yesterday but the Zomig worked within a half-hour.

NOT TODAY! Woke up with migraine @9 so I just went back to bed. Got up after 11 and it was worse so I took Zomig but it dodn't help. :( So i went back to bed...slept until 2. It's not as bad but it's still there.

This sux...