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SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): A Sagittarius reader named Sarah Morehouse sent me an announcement. "I've just discovered that I'm . . . ummm . . . cough . . . RULER OF THE WORLD," she said. "Don't panic. I'm planning to be a benign dictator. But here are two immediate changes. First: We will no longer separate reverence and amusement. Every one of us must regard humor as holy, and infuse our moments of solemn awe with giggles and snorts. Secondly: All of us are artists. That's right: Each and every one of us is now a certified creator of smart beauty, deep spiritual meaning, and good-natured practical jokes." Queen Sarah went on at length, but I'll stop there so I have room to point out this truth: Of all the signs of the zodiac, you Sagittarians are in the most perfect position to embody her new laws. In the coming weeks, you should regard them as your mandate.

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Garden Grove resident Duyen Nguyen's entry in the Orange County Fair's memorabilia section is a quilt with special resonance. It was made by her seamstress mother, who couldn't afford jewelry or cash for a wedding dowry. Her mother used scraps to make the quilt, which consists of more than 4,000 hand-sewn petals.

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image: JEFF OVERLEY, THE REGISTER

While L and I were at the doctor's office yesterday there was a mother with her young son and it was quite obvious that she was in distress. She needed to make an appointment for her little one to recieve a follow up injection (malady unknown to me). The problem was that she could not afford the co-pay that was required by her insurance company. The doctor's office is very strict regarding payment regardless of how long or loyal one is as a patient and they are not shy about denying those in need. Even those who may suffer greatly without care. The nurses simply send them off without so much as a suggestion as to where to go for treatment (more on that in a later post). I had to follow her into the hallway and offer my help and advice even though I realized that it may not be welcomed. I found out that her ex-husband had abused her and left her with disabilities that limited her mobility (she walked with a very noticeable limp). She is currently gainfully employed but she struggles to pay rent,buy food etc. She recieves no support from her ex husband and while it had intitially seemed that her primary concern was finding medical care for her young son it became apparent after speaking with her for a few moments that mostly she was filled with rage toward her former spouse. Understandable, I know, but I feel deeply that until she can surrender her anger she will never be able to move forward. This was the impetus for today's post. I hope that she finds peace...

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May today there be peace within.
May you trust your highest power that you are exactly where you are meant to be....
May you not forget the infinite possibilities that are born of faith.
May you use those gifts that you have received, and pass on the love that has been given to you....
May you be content knowing you are a child of God....
Let this presence settle into our bones, and allow your soul the freedom to sing, dance, praise and love. It is there for each and every one of you....

Saint Theresa