The Mentalist Recap – Season 2, Episode 8 – His Right Red Hand – air date 11/19/09. In this episode Jane and the CBI team investigate a shocking crime within the CBI facility. A shooter somehow makes it into the facility and shoots Bosco and his team – three members dead, Bosco critically injured.

This was the most intense, heartfelt episode that I have watched to date. It goes to the core of the show – Jane’s search for Red John, the man who killed his wife and child. There are some amazing scenes – the shooter being interviewed by Jane (the shooter is not Red John, it is a woman who has fallen in love with him), hospital scenes between Bosco and Lisbon and Bosco and Jane, and the CBI supervisor telling off a TV crew that wants to know how he feels with three members of his team dea and one critically injured.

Two major characters written out of the show in this episode, and an intensified plot twist. If you have not seen this episode, go on line and see it. Stunning writing and plot, which will be integral to future shows.

November of 2009 contains an important astrological influence, the Saturn-Pluto square. This arrangement occurs approximately once every 14 years, and so is somewhat unusual. It's not the only powerful astrological influence acting upon individuals and society at this time, but it is an important one.

This influence tends to create situations in which difficult determinations must be made. The power of sober judgment is much called into play, and decisions must be made about basic matters.

At the same time, this influence calls us all to draw boundaries that will define our lives. This is not an easy-going influence. Instead, it tends to force us to contend with thorny issues and come to some kind of definite conclusion. We seek closure and something definite under this influence, and are not satisfied with drifting or being uncertain.

However, none of this happens under entirely comfortable conditions. Delay, isolation, distrust, and a general sense of resistance also tend to be present under the influence of Saturn and Pluto, both of which are known as archetypes or symbols of difficulties. Many may be feeling thwarted in their efforts while these two combine powers. This is not permanent, but it is potent, so this means that mid November 2009 may be an emotionally rocky passage for some, or a time fraught with worries or even despondency.

The good thing about this influence is that it does stimulate drive and ambition, and so can be turned to good use in career and work. Really the only approach which will succeed under this combination is patience combined with a steady determination. Anyone who finds one way blocked may be able to make headway in another, if persistent and realistic efforts are made. Practicality takes precedence over romanticism at this time.

These are the matters inspired by the Saturn-Pluto square, which are very strong for us all throughout... Read More

What would your perfect life look like? Where would you live? What kind of community would you choose to live in? What kind of house would you live in? How would your house be decorated? What kind of work would you be doing? Would you be working at all? What kind of spouse/partner would you have? Would you have children?

Where would you find your joy, your bliss? How would you connect to spirit? How would you interact with your community? How would you give back?

Take back your power. Take small steps to move towards your perfect life. What you can envision, you can create, if you take real, concrete steps towards doing so.

What power does music have in your life? Music is a very powerful force for healing, for connecting us to our heart-self, and for accessing our creative selves. Music carries the power of transformation. Whether you listen to music, or play music yourself, you will benefit from its presence.

Music speaks to our soul – it touches our soul. Music increases our quality of life – which is of immense value not only on a day to day basis, but in cases where someone is hospitalized, or facing a long term illness. It raises their spirits, gives them focus, and allows them to experience joy.

In everyday life, we can play music while we work, while we clean house, while we meditate, while we are relaxing. Find the music that works for you – and play it! If you are a parent with very active children, try playing soothing music to get them to slow down so that you can catch your breath!

Another benefit to music – slow or fast – you can dance to it! Enjoy your music, increase your health, and your quality of life!

On Monday, November 16^th, we see new moon in Scorpio. We are being asked to expand our perceptions and deepen our understanding of our life experience. A sense of getting to the truth certainly is taking shape here, leading to a healing of our emotional selves. In a way, this new moon can be termed a “dark night of the soul”. Here we face our inner demons, so that we can conquer them and heal.

We will be dealing with old emotional wounds – wounds that have not healed. New Moons are time for new beginnings. To heal our emotional wounds, we need to acknowledge them, and then to own our own power to heal.

What are you facing on this new moon? What do you need to release? What do you need to bring in? Own your own power!

Ghost Whisperer Recap – Season 5, Episode 8 – air date 11/13/09. In this episode Melinda becomes involved in a murder mystery revolving around a powerful real estate couple when the ghost of the victim leads her to his body. Oh – the victim is half of the power couple – the husband!

The power couple – toxic to each other! In the end – perhaps there was no murder after all. There is toxic mold, and toxic anger – and two dead people.

Meanwhile, Aiden is learning magic – and his boundaries in the magical world. Then there is the ghost of the little girl in Aiden’s closet!

Medium Recap – Season 6, Episode 8 – Once In A Lifetime – airdate 11-13-09. Allison has visions of the boy from school that Ariel has recently started dating – in those visions he shoots a man to death. Bridgette, in the meantime, is center stage in a drama of her own creation – she has posted video of a neighbor making a fool of himself that her father has to take down from the Internet.

Back story – a seventeen year old murder, a baby whose father is not his father, and a mother with a tragic secret. Allison learns some powerful life lessons – and Joe is coming in as a much stronger character (which I for one am very, very happy to see!)

Incredible scenes in this episode – including the “ghost” of the boy’s father that visits his son every night for the entire first year of his life – because his son can see him for that length of time, after which the baby will lost the ability to see spirit. This episode rocks!

Friday the 13^th. Yes, today is Friday the 13^th. For many people – even some who may not want to admit it – this is a very anxiety filled day. This year we had three Friday the 13^th’s – in February, March, and now November. That won’t happen again until the year 2015.

Why the anxiety? Thirteen is considered to be an unlucky luck number in some cultures – to the point that the 13^th floor may be excluded in high rise buildings (you go from the 12^th floor to the 14^th floor, and pretend all is well!). Something that I did not know was that Friday itself is considered to be unluck in some cultures. There is even a name for the fear of Friday the 13^th - paraskevidekatriaphobia.

How do you view Friday the 13^th? There really is nothing inherently unlucky about Friday the 13^th – it is all in how we view it. If you truly are fearful, then common sense says to stay home on that day. Find a pleasant activity to occupy your day, and you will be fine.

Other common sense things would be to not travel on that day if the superstition bothers you, to not schedule meetings or any other important activities on that day, and to try and keep your daily routine just that – as routine as possible.

Always remember that we are here 24/7 to talk you through exceptional times like this!

Mentalist Recap – Season 2, Episode 7 – Red Bulls – air date 11/12/09. In this episode Jane and the CBI team are investigating the kidnapping of a California heiress. In a strange twist of events, Jane ends up (willingly) working with Bosco on the case. Small agenda of the Red John files here.

Kidnappers turn out to be drug dealers going for bigger money through kidnapping … and then there is the interesting connection between the husband of the sister of the kidnap victim and drug use.

Along the way Van Pelt is shot three times through her Kevlar vest, causing Rigsby to see his life flashing before his eyes. Well, anyway, he goes after the shooter himself, and takes her down.

Interesting growth in the Van Pelt/Rigsby relationship, in the Lisbon/Bosco relationship, and in Bosco as an individual. If you want to know if Jane got to see Bosco’s updated Rd John file … well, you will have to watch the show! (They are available on line.)

Congress just passed the Health Care Bill. This is a momentous occasion, but only the first step in the process. Next it goes to the Senate, then it comes back to Congress. I drew three cards to tell the story of what the initial passing of this legislation means to us.

Ten of Cups Ten of Swords The Empress

I think that we are all relieved that we are past the first stages of this legislation. The Ten of Cups talks about the US people as a family, celebrating and happy. They are supportive of each other.

In the near future looms the specter of moving he legislation through the Senate – through huge egos and multiple agenda’s. Communication will will not be easy here.

The overall feeling about this legislation is that it is something that we as a country want to nurture. We want to take care of our own, and we want it done in a timely, balanced manner.

My impression – we have a solid base for continued work on this legislation. What is your take?

We have are moving into the second week of November already! Where has time gone! Halloween has been cleared away, and Thanksgiving is on its way in just a couple of weeks. The weather is definitely changing, and we really do have to start thinking about Christmas.

I know – I am one of those that does not start the Christmas story until Thanksgiving has been given its due. However, many of us have friends or family overseas, so we do have to think of getting presents ready to go (whatever religion we are), and then getting them mailed in time. Keeping one step ahead of reality, as it were.

Where are you in the cycle of life this November? Are you bringing your year to a close? Are you enjoying the fall colors? Are you anxious over Thanksgiving family reunions? Are you already stressed over Christmas preparations?

Step back, take a deep breath, nurture yourself. Make the memories ones worth remembering!

This week we will be experiencing 11/11/11 – November 11^th, 2009. The number 11 is a Master number, carrying the qualities of spirituality, vision, intuition and refinement of ideals. Here we find male and female energies n balance. Repetition of that number has to mean something - but what would that “something” be?

The recurrence of the number 11 – such as in 11/11/11 – is helping accelerate our consciousness towards the 2012 time period. Because of its visionary/intuitive qualities, this 11/11/11 time period is also one in which we are easily connected to our unconscious minds, allowing wisdom to come through.

My belief is that 11/11/11 will be a day of finding ourselves gaining clarity of thought, balance and healing. Be as open as you can, and welcome these changes.

Remember – we are here 24/7 to help you integrate this information into your life.

Medium Recap – Season 6, Episode 7 – New Terrain – air date 11/06/09. In this episode Allison rents an SUV after her car is damaged. As rentals go, this is an interesting vehicle – the satellite radio allows her to hear other people’s conversations!

The conversation she hears – someone is being kidnapped. The next day the person who was kidnapped goes in to rob a bank – wearing a bomb that ends up going off! Then the bomb maker is located – after the fact – he has been blown up too!

Hmmm … and how about that bomb expert! Maybe the money was not blown up with the robber after all.

Déjà vu moment at the end of the show with Allison’s oldest daughter, a friend from school, and Allison’s new car – that’s right, she bought the SUV with the interesting satellite radio!

Well written, well executed show! Ten on my scale of one to ten!

Ghost Whisperer Recap – Season 5, Episode 7 – Devil’s Bargain – air date 11/06/09. In this episode Jim suspects a colleague is involved in the sudden appearance of a med student (Tina). He experiences a paranormal episode in the locker room after a surgery where he loses a nineteen year old patient, while Aiden continues to experience his shadow friends (that his mother does not see!).

The missing med student (Tina) appears to Melinda – in her profession as a stripper. She has been murdered, and it is connected with her work. However, it is not connected with Jim’s colleague, but with Eli’s teacher! And the Shadows are truly upset about this!

And … all of this is connected with the very special book that fell into Melinda and Eli’s hands in an earlier episode.

Stunning special effects in this episode!

The Mentalist Recap – Season 2, Episode 6 - Black Gold and Red Blood – air date 11/05/09. In this episode, Jane and the CBI team are investigating the murder of a man from blunt force trauma. And … Jane is arrested for planting a bug in Bosco’s office – for which he is put in jail.

Telling evidence on the murder victim is the glitter on his face, and the book that he has with him – with the word vulture in large letters on one page. Then there is the family feud between the dead man’s family and his wife’s family, his wife’s stepmother and oil money.

The murderer is caught – after Jane escapes from jail, with the help of a mouse. Thanks to a bit of slight of hand from Lisbon, Bosco finds it in his best interest to let Jane go and not press charges.

On November 2^nd we have a Full Moon in Taurus. At this time, we are reminded to look at what is worth hanging onto in our lives, as well as at what we need to release. We need to pay close attention to any negotiations or mediations that we are involved in. This is not a time to be guarded – be open with other parties (as well as with yourself), and “play fair”.

This is a time to make the most of our resources, to enjoy everything that comes our way. What are you building in your life – and how solid is that structure? Taurus will help you make your structure good as gold!

What a lovely month October was – and what a great Halloween we had here! Now I am looking forward to Thanksgiving – not trying to rush the year, just looking forward to it. I find that I enjoy the planning of an event almost as much as the event itself.

I am already thinking about what to cook for dinner, and looking forward to spending time with family. Hopefully an NBA (basketball) game or two will be on. If not, we will sit and chat, catching up on things.

What are your holiday traditions? Have they gone by the wayside a bit? Perhaps this is the year to bring them back. J

“Paranormal Activity” is a new movie out from Paramount Pictures – a hauntingly good new movie that I think I need to see! A young couple moves into what they think is a typical suburban “starter” tract house. So far, so good.

Oops – noises in the middle of the night! Harmless … or?

This movie has been rated “R” for language. Video trailers and TV spot can be seen here.

 

Medium Recap - Season 6, Episode 6 – Bite Me – air date 10/30/09. In this episode, Allison dreams that she and her family are part of the classic horror film “Night of the Living Dead”. In her dreams the film is their reality – they are living the story.

In the 9-5 world, Allison is drawn into an investigation of the disappearance of a funeral home owner, and his subsequent murder. Did you know that the chemicals in embalming fluid are also connected with the making of drugs? (No, the funeral director was not into the drug business.)

Both Allison and the funeral home owner’s daughter seem to be coming up with the same physical issues – burns, scratches and bites – for no seeming reason. (Allison finds them when she wakes up from her nightmares.)

This was a well done episode – perfect for Halloween!

Medium Recap – Season 5, Episode 6 - Head Over Heals – air date 10/30/09. In this episode Melinda is haunted by the Headless Horseman from “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow”. Then there is her son, Aiden, who is being told by his unseen friends to put away his Halloween costumes because they are bad. Why are they bad? Because they mask the person wearing them so that the person cannot be seen clearly.

This is all connected with the family of Aiden’s teacher – a wealthy family with many secrets. Then there is the question of crossing over – is it possible to partially cross over – for half of a person to cross over, and half remain behind as a shadow?

Unlke most episodes, I felt that this one was very uneven – starting out with silliness and poor acting, then moving into a more solid plot line. And how convenient that we can move Delia back into the shop on a “temporary” basis, after they changed her 9-5 to realtor!

Great Halloween decorations!

The Mentalist Recap - Season 2, Episode 5 - Red Scare - air date 10/30/09. In this episode Jane and the CBI team investigate the murder of a wealthy architect in an allegedly haunted mansion. The previous owner, now deceased, was very much into the paranormal, and held seance at the mansion. It is said that it is his ghost that haunts it.

Through the auspices of a very learned local bookseller, Jane learns that the previous owner was also into bootlegging - that is how he made his fortune. He also learns that there is allegedly a fortune hidden in the home.

The family member that sold the mansion (due to inability to pay back taxes) becomes irate after the sale, when she finds out that the new owner plans to gut her family home. Then there is the new owner's wife, who was seen parked by the mansion on the night her husband died. In the end, it is the seemingly innocent one that is guilty - all for greed.

Oh, and Rigsby finally tells Van Pelt that he loves her. Yes!

Medium Recap – Season 6, Episode 5 – Baby Fever – air date 10/23/09. In this episode, much to Joe’s chagrin, Allison is having dreams about babies! She is investigating the kidnapping of a young baby (very probably by the housekeeper), and his mother’s strange response. Even stranger is the older sister whose ghost show’s up, telling Allison that her baby brother is not safe in their house.

Allison finds the baby once (in a very strange place, in a house with no one else in it), and takes it home. Joe makes her turn it in, which she does (but not happily). Then she has another dream, goes to the baby’s house, sprays mace in the mother’s eyes and steals the baby out of concern for his welfare. The real person behind the kidnapping scheme – not the housekeeper, who is found dead.

In the meantime, Marie cannot get a song out of her mind. It turns out that she is meant to help an adult song finish a song that he and his father were working on when the father suddenly died.

What do we have to look forward to as TV fare on Halloween Eve (the Friday night before Halloween)? Some really great stuff, actually! On Ghost Whisperer, we will see the headless horseman from Washington Irving’s “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” come to life to haunt Melinda. (She gets even more upset when the book shows up at Aiden’s school!)

On The Medium, Allison’s dreams are taking her into the classic 1968 horror show “Night of the Living Dead”. (The series cast is inserted into the classic film.) All of this to help her solve the murder of a funeral director.

Great prelude to Halloween!

Ghost Whisperer Recap – Season 5, Episode 7 – Cause For Alarm – airdate 10/23/09. In this episode Melinda helps one of Eli’s patients – a man who is haunted by his sister’s death. He is also a genius with deep shadows of his own – his first love, and his fear of someone leaving him, as his sister did when she died.

The patient (Chad Lowe) is bringing out new software, being compromised in his own house (which has a “safe room” because he is so paranoid), and being shadowed by a real time son that he knows nothing about.

Good show – Melinda has a new hairstyle (straight, with highlights), and I still am not comfortable with Delia moving out of the antique shop and becoming a realtor.

Then there is Melinda’s son, and the “people” that he sees. All in a nights work!

The Mentalist - Season 1, Episode 20 – Red Sauce – air date 10/22/09. In this episode Jane and the CBI investigate the mob-style execution of a man in the witness protection program. It all starts out in an arcade where the victim worked – and sold marijuana to the kids that hung out there. (BTW – Jane is not bad at all with the games!)

We find that the mob can be reached – through the game of golf – and that not all law enforcement officers are what they seem to be.

Is it possible to leave a life behind? If you are able to leave the life behind, can you leave yourself behind?

Great episode – and Lisbon gets a pony for her birthday!