Opinion

My family began to gather together Thanksgiving weekend, as most do. My wife and I had the good fortune to be with our children. Their duties in college and military service make these moments more special as they become increasingly rare. It was a time of deep thanksgiving. It also occasioned us to ask what our most memorable Thanksgiving were, and what traditions we valued most. The answers were telling.

Don’t stop focusing until you are satisfied with the results. Don’t trust anyone to take care of your responsibilities for you. Avoid those who have inconsistent and unsupportive opinions of your plans. Put your energy where it counts, and let your intelligence help you maintain balance and integrity. Everything will fall into place.

Dear Car Talk:

Caution and discipline will help you avoid making mistakes this year. You’ll have plenty of opportunities, but being selective will be necessary to come out on top. Refuse to let anyone lead you astray. Step up, ask questions and decide what’s best for you. A take-charge attitude and aggressive search for the truth will protect you from anyone taking advantage of your kindness and generosity.

Dear Car Talk:

Think outside the box, and act on gut feelings. Pay attention to the changes around you this year; you will instinctively know how to get what you want. Don’t let opportunities slip away because you are focusing on drama. Know when to call it quits and when to start something new. Be direct, confident and quick to respond.

Dear Car Talk:

Change begins with you. Act on your instincts, and you will discover something about yourself that will be liberating. Opportunity comes from believing in yourself and being willing to put in the effort necessary to reach your goal. Your charisma will appeal to valuable people who want to be part of your plan.

Dear Car Talk:

There was a new chapter to the story — “Peter Pan Braves the Arctic.”