Show Me a Sign (Show Me a Sign, Book 1)

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This symbol means less than. It means that the number provided on the left is less compared to the one on the right. For example, 4<5. Naturally modest and humble, Virgin natives may become too much so, succumbing to self-doubt and worry that they will never be good enough and that their work will never be worthy of presenting to the world. This may paralyze them from taking risks, sometimes leading to a surprising streak of avoidance and procrastination that normally productive Virgos can fall prey to. When exploring overall compatibility in astrology, it's important to take more than the sun sign into consideration, as the rising sign, moon, and other planetary cross-connections will tell the whole story in relationships. That being said, Virgo natives will tend to blend best with water signs and earth signs; and may need to work harder on relationships with fire signs and air signs. Fire signs Virgos will likely find dirty, cluttered, and untidy workspaces to be a stifling and distracting hazard, so they may work to help create well-attended work and living spaces for others. These folks will certainly need to cultivate this sort of harmonious environment for themselves to feel calm and satisfied.

The main character, Mary Lambert, recently lost her older brother in an accident. As her family is grieving his loss, Mary is secretively blaming herself for the accident. Meanwhile, a young scientist visits Martha’s Vineyard in search of a reason for the predominantly deafness on the island. By his questions, it’s obvious he sees the deaf community as a problem he needs to fix. Show Me a Sign won the 2021 Schneider Family Book Award for Middle Grades. (The Schneider Family Book Award is an award given by the American Library Association recognizing authors and illustrators for the excellence of portrayal of the disability experience in literature for youth.) But recent events have delivered winds of change. Mary's brother died, leaving her family shattered. Tensions over land disputes are mounting between English settlers and the Wampanoag people. And a cunning young scientist has arrived, hoping to discover the origin of the island's prevalent deafness. His maniacal drive to find answers soon renders Mary a "live specimen" in a cruel experiment. Her struggle to save herself is at the core of this penetrating and poignant novel that probes our perceptions of ability and disability. It will make you forever question your own ideas about what is normal. Always remember that if your sign is not clear, then that too is divine guidance (more on that below). For the first time, I wonder, does being deaf determine my worth? Will deafness ever disappear from the world? Are there really perfect men?" - Mary (136)

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The community in Martha’s Vineyard had its own language called - Martha’s Vineyard Sign Language (MVSL) this was before there was a formal American Sign Language. Because the community communicated in MVSL that meant there was no language barrier for those who lived there. Water signs are seen as shy, reserved, and sensitive, but also intuitive and in-tune with their feelings. They make natural empaths, with an ability to tap into the emotions of people around them. They're nurturing towards the ones they love but need to be careful they're not overly giving with anyone who might take advantage of this quality. The water signs are Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces.

Earth signs Taurus and Capricorn have the greatest elemental affinity with Virgo, sharing themes of stability, practicality, and efficiency between them. The card 9 shares the earthy, contemplative, and analytic energies of Virgo, yet it can appear as a warning that we may have overextended ourselves in talk and excessive doing. Perhaps we are calming our anxieties, or finding a sense of purpose by being busy and useful, but have lost an inner connection to what it is we believe and truly serve? Mars-ruled Scorpio can bring sexual magnetism to a relationship with Virgo, helping them open up to sensuality and exploration. This can be a magnetic match, with Virgo not shying away from Scorpio's dark and potent depths. The two may share a love for probing the mysteries and psychological workings of the mind, and appreciate each other's interests in complementary ways. Earth signs

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Manifesting is a conversation with the Universe. When you’re in alignment, you’re in conversation. That conversation isn’t based on ego or a specific outcome. It’s based on a free-flowing energy that is supporting and guiding you. Why does Mary avoid that stretch of the high road? Eight months before the story begins, a terrible tragedy occurred. Mary had been playing around by the high road with her beloved big brother George, who was not deaf. In the blink of an eye, George was run over and killed by a horse-drawn carriage, a moment after he shoved Mary out of its way, saving her life. Mary feels responsible for George’s death and has kept the details of how the tragedy occurred from her parents. Degrees 0 through 9 of Virgo are ruled by the sun, making those with planets in the first decan potentially more confident and assured than what we might expect of Mercury's nervous earth sign. There may be an extra signature of vitality for those born with planets or points in this decan, with a strong part of their ego expression presenting this sign's attributes. Second Decan of Virgo: Venus What I didn't really care for in this novel is the trap that most middle grade authors fall into these days- the adult voice. I don't like being hit over the head with moral lessons. The story was great without them but at the end, Mary's voice becomes older and wiser based on what she's been through and she explains the lessons she's learned. I prefer to learn those lessons on my own from the action of the novel. I also felt this was a tiny bit overcorrected in the dealings with the Wampanoag but I appreciated having characters who presented authentic points-of-view for the early-19th-century. It's uncomfortable to know that people felt that way but that's a good thing because it shows us how far we actually have come and how much farther we need to go.

With a strong probability that those born under the sign of the Virgin will make great teachers and mentors, they could be found sharing technical skills of all kinds. This could be in many forms, from computer programming to trades and craftsperson professions. Virgos will likely have a clear, useful, and organized way of disseminating knowledge, and will demand perfection from their students. A librarian by trade, LeZotte knows what will capture the gaze and full attention of readers of all ages. Although one is grateful that this book is aimed at the younger ages (say, around 10-13), it has an overall theme that can be rewarding for all readers of all ages: We are all equal in spite of what makes us different and no one is to place value on another. In short, as Mary's father put it, "We are as fine as we are made." (48). Parsley is another fine green Mercury plant whose delicate branching leaves resemble the interconnectivity of the body. Parsley is thought to be moderately hot and dry, warming up cold, constricted tissue conditions. It also warms the stomach, liver, and spleen, and is a known diuretic, meaning it helps promote urination to clear water retention. It is also carminative, helping to clear digestive bloating and gas in the anxious Virgo digestive system.In classical astrological medicine, there were four temperaments that were connected to four vital fluids and four essential constitution types. Being an earth sign, Virgo is associated with the melancholic temperament, which was understood to be cold and dry. Question: Arjun’s April profit of Rs.150 was at least Rs.11 less than his March month profit. Determine Arjun’s March month profit? As an ASL interpreter, librarian, and book reviewer, I have reviewed a LOT of books about ASL and Deaf Culture over the years. There have been a lot of “well, at least now there’s a book on this topic….better than nothing, I guess.” So to have this book to recommend, that’s THIS good, AND by a Deaf author…this is a very good day. :)