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Mon 11th Dec partial. Fear is the mind killer. But that’s all it kills. A day to trust the tao and feel. Possible unlikely victories. Activity: Sheep SW1 (around 212º SSW) to fit in. Favours: (only) Wood(1995) Fire(1947) Earth(1959) Metal(1971) Pig, Earth(1999) Metal(1951, 2011) Water(1963, 1993) Rabbit; Wood(1955) Sheep, Wood(1994) Dog & Underdog. Technically: Water Rabbit, Bow, Balance (3)

The Word of the Day Today is: Glean.....verb To glean is to gather or collect something bit by bit, or in a gradual way. Glean can also be used to mean “to search (something) carefully” and “to find out.” ....Neil has a collection of antique tools gleaned from flea markets and garage sales.... ....They spent days gleaning the files for information.... ....The police used old-fashioned detective work to glean his whereabouts.... GLEAN in Context “Not only did procuring money to maintain her company figure in Graham’s acceptance of the occasional theater job during the 1930s; perhaps, too, she thought that being associated with a successful play could bring new audiences to her dance performances. There can be no doubt that she gleaned something from each experience outside the rigorous and profoundly idiosyncratic works she created for her company, even if she learned that there were some projects she would prefer never to undertake again.” — Deborah Jowitt, Errand into the Maze: The Life and Works of Martha Graham, 2024 Did You Know? While it is certainly true that one must reap what one sows (that is, harvest the crops that one plants), what should be done about the grain and other produce left over that the reapers missed? Well, friends, that must be gleaned—waste not, want not, after all. It’s a finicky business, too, picking through stalks and under leaves and whatnot. When it was first used in English in the 14th century, glean carried both the sense of “to gather grain or other produce left by reapers” and the more figurative meaning of “to gather information or material bit by bit,” reflecting the slow, gradual, painstaking work of scouring the fields. Over the years, and especially in the 20th and 21st centuries, glean has also come to be used frequently with the meaning “to find out, learn, ascertain.” This sense has been criticized by folks who think glean should always imply the drudgery involved in the literal grain-gathering sense, but it is well established and perfectly valid.

A way with words – winter   Two winter words offering cosiness to brighten up the winter glumness.   Cwtch: To say that the Welsh cwtch is just a hug is to sell it very short. Cwtch has no true English translation. It can also mean a cubbyhole or cupboard – a small space in which to store things safely. Blend this with a hug and you get a better idea of the word’s full impact: a cwtch (pronounced to rhyme with ‘butch’) involves the wrapping of arms around someone special to make them feel safe and cherished. Nidificate: The impulse to nidificate has never been stronger than in the last few years – for humans, at least. The word really belongs to the birds, however, for nidificating is the act of building a cosy nest and staying there for a long while. 

February 2, when the groundhog is said to come out of its hole at the end of hibernation. If the animal sees its shadow—i.e., if the weather is sunny—it is said to portend six weeks more of winter weather. Groundhog Day is a tradition observed in the United States and Canada on February 2 of every year. It derives from the Pennsylvania Dutch superstition that if a groundhog emerges from its burrow on this day and sees its shadow, it will retreat to its den and winter will go on for six more weeks; if it does not see its shadow, spring will arrive early. In 2024, an early spring was predicted. While the tradition remains popular in the 21st century, studies have found no consistent association between a groundhog seeing its shadow and the subsequent arrival time of spring-like weather #luisbricenorealtor #whiteoakrealty #grandhogday #realestateinvesting #sellingproperties #purchasinghomes #vivirentoronto

Wed 19th June: winning Helpful in most positive endeavours. Probably the most helpful day this month. Auspicious to place long-term Water. Favours: all but especially Tiger, Horse, Dog & Pig. Special Favour: Wood(1974) Fire(1986) Earth(1998) Metal(1950/2010) Tiger. Earth(1978) Metal(1990) Water(1942/2002) Horse; Wood(1994) Dog. Wood(1995) Fire(1947) Earth(1959) Metal(1971) Pig; Activity: tai chi for visibility. Technically: Wood Tiger, Orion, Success (9)

Did you know that as Golden Retrievers get older their snoring can become louder and more frequent? Discover the age-related reasons why in my latest blog post: https://lnkd.in/g_f7Te6C #goldenretriever #dogsoflinkedin #seniorgoldenretriever

Peace of Mind: By enlisting the expertise of an arborist, you can have peace of mind knowing that the trees in your yard are being properly managed and any potential risks are being addressed by a qualified professional.

Home Maintenance Checklist This March, let’s turn the page to a new chapter in our home maintenance saga, where heroes are made with gloves and grit, not capes. Here’s the lineup of heroic deeds to conquer: ✔️ Gutter Quest: Embark on an epic journey to clear your gutters of the treacherous debris dragons. A clear path shall prevent the rainwater raids on your foundation! ✔️ Detector Duel: Test thy smoke and carbon monoxide detectors for they are the silent guardians of thine castle. A quick press, a beep, and peace of mind is restored to the kingdom. ✔️ Filter Feat: Venture forth into the furnace lair and replace the ancient filters with new steeds, ensuring your air remains as pure as the royal treasury. ✔️ Trash Can Triumph: Arm yourself with soap and water to vanquish the foul odors lurking within thy garbage cans. Emerge victorious with bins as fresh as the spring dew. Let’s make this month a legend in the annals of home care. Who’s with me? Raise your feather dusters high! #HomeCareChronicles #SpringIntoAction #HeroicHomeMaintenance #MarchMaintenanceMissions #CastleCare #DomesticDeeds #SpringSaga #indyhomesbyangie #indyhomeowners #indiana #bluprintrealestategroup