Leo (July 23 – August 22)

“Saying goodbye to Mars as it leaves your sign today is a mixed blessing. Your life has been full of activity and you may be sorry to see it return to normal. One the other hand, it’s time to slow down and replenish your energetic reserves. You can only continue to give of yourself for so long without becoming exhausted. Use this time wisely so you will be ready for whatever comes next.”

I don’t particularly like to slow down. At all. But I’m being hammered with that message from several different directions…the horoscope, the book I’m reading, my own body rebelling against me. There’s alot to do to prepare for “whatever comes next”. But at the same time, alot has been done for me. I don’t have to figure everything out. I don’t have to manage everything on my own. It’s an odd feeling to relax and know someone else is helping with the load.  So I think I’ll listen to what the universe is trying to hammer into my head and actually rest some this week. Instead of trying to plan the next six weeks down to the hour and cent, instead of making lists to keep track of my lists, instead of trying to meticulously inventory my apartment, I’m going to relax. I’m going to read by the pool and pet my cat and give myself a pedicure. I’m going to make plans with friends for the holiday. And by the weekend, I’ll be ready to tackle my lists and planner again.