Happy Birthday to Gather's Beloved Wilma M.!

October 30, 2009 10:33 PM EDT (Updated: October 31, 2009 12:08 AM EDT)

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Happy birthday, dear Wilma!

October Thirty-First is Known as the Day of Attentiveness.

October 31st people pride themselves on being meticulous observers and executors of detail. Their ability to concentrate all of their energy allows them to cut through obstructions thrown up in their way ~ this laser-like intensity also makes them formidable adversaries. However, October the 31st people are not in general overly aggressive. They can in fact display a sweet and even gentle exterior which belies their harder side. In personal relationships they are caring and protective.

But underneath, October 31st people of both sexes have a kind of warrior mentality working, and it can on occasion land them in plenty of trouble. Sometimes after the fact it will seem as if trouble was just what they were after, but not from their point of view. As far as they are concerned, they only attack when provoked. Actually those born on this day may have problems with assertiveness, for short of this kind of all-out reaction they can behave in an overly accommodating manner. In other words, they are often too nice and come to regret it later when they have been let down or unappreciated. This can lead to real depression, which after all is only anger driven inside.

Combat, whether physical or mental, is a recurrent theme for those born on this day. The warrior mentality is one that enjoys a challenge of great odds, is capable of exercising restraint, suffering privations (including lack of food, drink and sleep) and bearing pain. Those born on this day often take pride in thier eschewing of comforts and luxuries and their ability to handle any surprising or dangerous situation that arises, instantly. Mental training is thus key to the development of an October 31st personality.

October 31 people do not give ground easily. They have keen, critical minds adept at ferreting out falsehoods and insecurities. They love 'detective work' and often take an active interest in both criminality and daring exploits. Calculated risks may attract them, but they are by no means reckless daredevils. They are nonetheless accident-prone and can be rather unlucky at certain crucial points in their lives, which they initially take very hard. However, in the face of such adversity they are determined in their efforts to turn their luck around and often succeed in doing so.

Those born on this day must not let small things irritate them or push their buttons. The key to October 31 power is concentration. If this is broken, those born on this day may become confused and therefore vulnerable in extreme situations. October 31 people will always strive to give their all when they believe in an ideal or a person. They must, however, learn to deal with rejection and emotional disappointments. Since quality rather than quantity is central to their work ethic, they may at times give an impression of passivity accompanied by a lack of drive and ambition. This is primarily due to their sense of restraint and disinterest in attracting undue attention.

Strengths

caring

observant

indomitable

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Weaknesses

self-effacing

easily irritated

resentful

Health

October 31 people must take special care of their health if they wish to remain alert and to function as described earlier. Getting plenty of sleep and eating well are key to their staying in good shape. Those born on this day should learn to cook for themselves (if they don't already know how) and regulate a diet built around vegetables and grains with a limited meat intake. The October 31 nature demands vigorous exercise and if those born on this day don't get it they run the risk of building up harmful stress. Competetitive sports and gymnastics may satisfy their needs, but some October 31 people may wish to go even further and take part in combative activities such as boxing, jiu-jitsu, karate, kung-fu or kendo. Tai-chi is recommended for developing grace, patience and control. Sexually, October 31 people need lots of activity, but because of their selectivity may limit themselves to only a few partners.

Advice

Push yourself a little more; achievements are important. You have to drop your guard to let someone in. Doubt less, trust more, and try to be less critical and argumentative. Cultivate diplomacy.

Self-assurance is key.

Meditation

The greatest battles are fought within oneself.

Born on This Day:

Wilma, a few other famous people that share your birthday include; Jan Vermeer (Dutch 17th c. painter),

Chaing Kai-Shek (Chinese generalissimo, president, Republic of China), Dan Rather (TV journalist, CBS anchor), Michael Landon (TV actor, Little House on the Prairie, Little Joe of Bonanza, producer, director, writer), John Candy (film, TV actor, comedian), Jane Pauley (TV host, journalist, Good Morning America), Frank Shorter (US Olympic marathon gold medalist, first American to win event since 1908), Sally Kirkland (Film actress), Dale Evans (cowgirl film actress, singer, married to Roy Rogers), Booker Ervin (jazz tenor saxophonist), Richard B. Bernstein (femtochemistry pioneer), Tom Paxton (folksinger), Gavril Popov (first elected mayor of Moscow), Marion Chace (founded dance therapy as a profession), Robin Moore (writer, The Green Berets co-writer, The French Connection, Condor Paperback publisher), and many more!

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~(from the Secret Language of Birthdays)