so i think i know the reason why i've been so low energy, motivation and irritable lately. de, (who is also in the same mood) told me (as per pauline) that it's mercury retrograde.

then it all began to make sense.

some kooky astrology site explains it as this...(and mind you, the author has been an astrologer for more than 30 years!!, and in prvious incarnations, a poet, musician, magician, healer, dramatist and composer...and he's an aussie...so you know he's the real deal)

"For those of you who don’t know about this astrological “happening,” here’s the lowdown in layman’s terms: The planet Mercury rules communication, travel, contracts, automobiles and such. It goes in a retrograde motion -- or motion that makes it appear to be going backwards in the night sky -- three times a year for approximately three weeks at a time. When Mercury is retrograde, there’s usually much confusion. People forget little things. Delays and frustrations abound. Astrologers recommend against starting anything new when Mercury goes retrograde. But even if you can’t begin new endeavors, you can still put this aspect to good use. You just need to learn to work with the energy of Mercury rather than against it. Let’s explore the pros and cons of this cosmic force and how to wait out this period until Mercury goes forward or “direct.”

DON’T
- Start anything new
- Make important decisions
- Buy computers, appliances, TVs, radios, etc.
- Travel without back-up plans
- Sign contracts
- Buy a car
- Negotiate a contract
- File a lawsuit
- Start a new job
- Begin a new class
- Go on a “first” date
- Expect things to move quickly
- Take anything for granted

WHAT TO EXPECT
- Angrier people
- Crazy drivers
- More accidents
- Miscommunication
- Quarrels
- Computer problems and breakdowns
- Delays
- More mistakes
- Slow mail
- Games of phone tag
- Wrong directions
- Missed appointments
- Dead cell phone batteries

So, i'm sorry nan. i am fortune's fool!!!