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2017 in Numbers

Mar22

The American New Year started January 1, 2017. The Chinese New Year started January 28, 2017. The astrological new year began March 20, which also coincided with the first day of Spring. What all these dates and “new beginnings” tell me is this is the perfect time to share a forecast for 2017. Yeah, I know some of you are saying, “she’s late.” I say, “not.” Only recently have I started feeling like I was finally out of the clutches of 2016. Only recently have I started feeling like a change is happening. Like I have a new sense of confidence, of hope and joy. It feels good to finally shake the severity of 2016 and smile more, laugh more, be more. I attribute this newness to the new year–regardless of the date it actually started.

So on to the 2017 forecast, a year that I’m sure will be like no other. Let me start by saying, I am by no stretch a forecaster. But lucky for us, I know one who is:  Cindy L. Herb. Cindy is a numerologist. She has studied numerology for over 30 years and knows it better than the backs of her hands.

 Cindy Herb

Cindy L. Herb – Numerologist, Author, Friend

When I asked Cindy to write a short post for me about 2017 and what to expect, she so lovingly agreed even though she no longer consults or counsels with individuals or companies on numerology. She only asked one thing of me…be sure to add a disclaimer informing readers this is a forecast only, not a done deal. Freewill and one’s own attitude is as forceful as the universal energies. So remember, how this year plays out rests with you and your heart!

Year 2017 Numerology Energy Vibrations

by Cindy L. Herb

Every year has a specific ‘Universal Year’ number associated with it, giving everyone the dominant general trends for the coming calendar year. In addition, all numbers exert vibrations from both aspects of our world, light and dark. Therefore, in any Universal Year you can expect to see both the constructive and destructive meaning of numbers. Since we all have choice, it is up to you to bring forward those traits you wish—either the constructive side, the destructive components or a combination of both.

The 2017 calendar year is a 1 Universal Year in numerology. Whereas 2016 signified a time of death of the old, 2017 is new birth. This year marks the beginning of a new 9-year Epicycle in numerology. Therefore, you will have more determination and self-confidence. Use this energy, as the things you do this year will affect the next nine years. So be decisive. Now starts a time of new things and major changes. So, if you have wanted to change careers, improve your health, retire or change directions in any way, now is a good time to begin.

Set new goals and begin the process of working towards them. Plan, have a clear vision and direct yourself with strong drive in order to achieve those goals. Look at 2017 as a year of opportunities. Do not worry if it takes a few months to get things rolling (especially since we are still in the shadow of 2016). Therefore, you may be more emotional within the first 3 months. However, if you stay focused, keep a clear head and are organized, things will work in your favor.

You can expect the following monthly highlights for 2017:

January: Emotional month as the energy of 2016 is still around conflicting with the new energy of 2017.

February: Events inspire creativity and optimism, as well as need for adaptability.

March:  Focuses on hard work, progress and opportunity. A time to set the foundation for plans.

April: Brings changes and the unexpected (such as career or residence), requiring more flexibility.

May: Concerns relationships and all affairs of the heart. Responsibility and home are featured.

June: Inward soul searching leaves you more serious and less social.

July: You will begin to see fruits of your hard work. This begins the best couple of months of the year to increase finances and career.

August: A time to let go of things no longer necessary in your life, making room for the new. It could mark the end of a certain era of your life.

September: Could be an emotional month, especially if you have waited to take advantage of the energy this year provides, NOW is another big opportunity to begin new projects. This month highlights heightened confidence, independence and individuality.

October: A time to work in the background, using an indirect approach.

November:  You may start to see your plans taking a more concrete form.

December: Finishing the year with a final push towards the goals set at the beginning of the year.

Copyright Statement: This article was written by Cindy L. Herb and may NOT be reproduced on any related website without express permission of Cindy L. Herb. Copyright 2017 Cindy L. Herb. All Rights Reserved Worldwide.

Didn’t I tell you she was great? I love her dearly and appreciate her more than words can express. I hope you were encouraged by Cindy’s knowledge and wisdom. Write to me throughout the year and let me know how things are going for you. And I promise to do the same via this channel. In the meantime, if you’d like to read more about Cindy and her amazing journey to becoming a numerologist, check out her book “Awakening the Spirit:  The Open Wide Like a Floozy Chronicles” by clicking here.

cindys-book

 

Make it a GREAT 2017!

 

June is Black Music Month

Jun7

Every June we turn the spotlight on black music and black musicians in observance of Black Music Month. This June it’s especially meaningful to recognize the contributions that African-Americans have made to the music world. Why? Because of the recent death of Prince and the great legacy he left for us. It’s reported that Prince left scores and scores of unpublished music that his estate will have to sort through and release at will. This in addition to the extensive treasury of songs and films he’s already shared with the world.

Where were you when you heard of Prince’s death? I was in a writing class and the instructor had just given us a writing prompt. The room was silent except for the scratch of pens on paper. Heads were bowed and foreheads crinkled in concentration when the instructor, a noted journalist and HUGE Prince fan read a text about Prince’s death. She cried out and that was the end of class and the end of a great musician. This happened on a Thursday.

Prince’s death took me back to another Thursday when I learned of Michael Jackson’s death in June 2009. That was another shocking newscast that immobilized me for hours. I remember friends and relatives calling but I don’t remember what we talked about. Which was the same with Whitney Houston’s death in February 2012. Her death was the hardest hitting of the three because she was my favorite. I loved to see her perform. She was so passionate and sincere. Her voice, her style, her presence, her smile…all amazing!

But let me get out of my heart for a moment and into my head. I have a dear friend who is a numerologist. If you’ve been following my blog for a while you already know about Cindy. Cindy has studied numbers, patterns and the spiritual significance of such for the past thirty years, and is quite the expert. I, on the other hand, have a very rudimentary knowledge of numerology but let me share a little bit of what came to me as I pondered the deaths of Prince, Michael and Whitney (for how could one not think of them collectively?).

Michael died first in 2009. Three years later, Whitney died. The number of years between the deaths of Michael and Prince was seven. In the spirit realm, the numbers three and seven both represent completeness. Cycles completing (God created the heavens and earth in seven days); the beginning and the end connecting (Father, Son and Holy Spirit); closing one door, opening a new one (the seven year itch). So we have three mega talents dying within a seven year period. What that tells me is we’ve completed a cycle. Again, I’m not the expert but I’m pretty sure Cindy and other numerologists figured this out and saw it coming after Whitney’s death. They may not have known the “who” but surely the “what” (an iconic death) and “when” (the year) and were therefore less shocked than the rest of us.

So now I’m back in my heart and thinking I need to end this with how I started—a focus on Black Music Month and Prince. Below is a link to one of my favorite Prince songs. I present it, along with my loving thanks to Michael, Whitney and Prince for so many hours of pleasure, in honor of Black Music Month.

When Doves Cry

And to all black singers, musicians, songwriters, producers, composers, and engineers…thank you! A million times THANK YOU!!

Full Moon Report #2

Sep13

The Perfect Storm. You’ve heard of the book or the movie. But in case you haven’t, “The Perfect Storm” was an extraordinary weather condition that occurred in 1991 off the northeast coast of America. Imagine a cyclone, tropical storm and hurricane all coming together at the same time. That’s a perfect storm.

Not to diminish the magnitude and outcome (a reported 13 people died) of the perfect storm, but that is the best description I can attach to the period of my life from July 27th to August 30th —my own perfect storm.

Perhaps you read my earlier post titled “Full Moon Report #1” where I detailed some of the physical, mental and spiritual challenges that were hitting back-to-back. For those of you who didn’t I’ll just summarize by saying it was not a fun period and I was so glad when life finally returned to normal.

I took some time after my perfect storm passed to sit in quiet and think. During those quiet moments, I reflected on knowledge other people had shared with me. I thought about sessions I had had with pastors, intuitives, and friends–all of whom had shared truth. I also turned deeper within myself to examine long-held beliefs and memories. After all that contemplation and divining, I came to understand that the following conditions led to my storm:

  • The full moons at the end of July and again at the end of August;
  • Numerological/astrological conditions;
  • The premature season change from summer to fall.

Full Moons:

Although science claims there is no connection between the moon and human behavior, I disagree. During both full moons, I was hyper-sensitive. Things that normally rolled off my back, settled in and festered. I was short- and bad-tempered when usually I’m fairly controlled and good-natured (I can hear a few family members snickering). Even my technology was impacted. My printer would not print color one day but printed color beautifully the next. My cell phone log showed calls I couldn’t explain (and no, my purse did not make the calls for me) and emails did not surface in my Inbox (thank goodness some of you called) or emails populated when they felt like it.

FullMoon 2

Full moons can signal a time of change. They certainly heighten any latent feelings or thoughts, whether positive or negative. When you multiply that effect by two (two full moons in July or three within 62 days), no wonder I had challenges on top of challenges. The challenges started with me and the fact that in July, during the entire month, I was tired, stressed and frustrated; working myself for long periods with seemingly little payoff. Thank you full moon for shining a spotlight on that.

Numerological:

I have a friend who is a numerologist. A few years ago, she ran a couple of reports based on my birthday and my full legal name. When I pulled out those reports and reviewed them, I was reminded of my “life path” and how the challenges (in business, career and health) I encountered during my perfect storm, were indeed lessons that supported my work here on Earth. No challenges, no stretching, right? No stretching, no growth, right? The storm period aided in teaching me more spiritual and life lessons like trusting my inner voice more and resting when I needed rest and trusting God to care of my world while I took care of myself.

Astrological:

For the past three years, we Libras have been taking a beating. Saturn, known as the task-master planet, parked in our chart and isn’t due to leave until mid-September. Until Saturn leaves, Libras can continue to enjoy difficult challenges in every quadrant of life. I say this with tongue-in-cheek because really Saturn’s visit is a mixed blessing. Yeah, the difficulties can be a drag, but Saturn’s job is to prepare us for the next level. Saturn’s job is to embed lessons and “better serving” behaviors and thoughts in us. It’s been painful, even tearful at times, but I hold on to the belief that this is all for my good.

Fall Already:

Even though Fall’s official start date is September 23, I have felt Fall for several weeks now. The air is denser, insect life is retreating, the light is shifting and temperatures have been wonderfully moderate. This “Fall feeling” may have been helped by the fact that we didn’t reach 100 degrees until mid-August, which is unusual in this area. And when we finally reached the 100-degree days, they didn’t hang around long. No complaint here except for the impact to my head. Sinus drainage and headaches have been a bummer, but that’s a small price to pay for the arrival of fall, my favorite season.

All of these conditions crashed together in July and August to create my perfect storm. But, unlike the crew of the Andrea Gail, I made it through and am now enjoying fairly relaxed, peaceful days. I appreciate the growth that the challenges prompted, but I pray I never have to go through another period like the summer of ’15.

Thank you for listening to my whines and complaints. Thank you for going through this growth period with me. Happy Days to all!