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HOROSCOPES BY KNOWYOURNUMB3RS KYA FRENCH

December 23, 2021 — December 29, 2021

Vinateria The cosmic flow is ending 2021 with a bang, with Venus in Capricorn, retrograde at 23 degrees, Uranus in Taurus, retrograde at 10 degrees, Jupiter is in Pisces at 0 degrees, also the Taurus/Scorpio axis at 29 degrees of the nodes of the moon. The elements present are earth, air, fire, and water. The energy is slightly calm, grounded, and loving, where we’re preparing for the New Year, rising into a new day with a few shakes and quivers in the ground with Mother Earth’s water breaking, about to give birth. Finalize your new goals, agenda, and what direction you’re heading in 2022. Keep your faith uplifted, elevating you to new levels of being woke and aware. Similar to the beast, in Beauty in the Beast, the beast learned to love and value himself, and in return, the beast woke up due to the love of self, and for another human life he became alive, and so did the castles in the people, and things inside of it. “HE REMEMBERED WHO HE WAS, HE WOKE UP! THE SPELL HE WAS UNDER DIDN’T PHASE HIM ANYMORE”. LOVE CONQUERS ALL.

Stillness will be your best bet this week. Allow the information to unfold its truth to you without action, as a result of you already applying yourself. Listen, and reflect as time is of the essence with the cosmic flow. As you begin to create your own world, it should make you smile with joy in your heart. Hold the vision you seek in bringing forth the manifestation in your reality. Sketch out the blueprint and get to work. Keep the faith, and the expected results to follow suit. Allow some of the things you value to fade away as you enter into a new phase of life. The truth will always be brought to the light through any obstacles, restrictions, or setbacks. It’s all part of the process. Any semi-legal matters, contracts, or partnerships can flourish as projects are approaching their due dates to advance you to the next level. The end of the year should be a year of fulfillment of what you’ve accomplished grooving into 2022, dancing with happy feet. Show gratitude & thankfulness to the divine Creators and mothers of the universe as they go a long way and return great rewards in disguise. You reap what you sow, is a true statement and this cycle of people, things, and unexpected residual resources from the woodwork will appear. Give thanks to the cosmic alignment and credit yourself for the work, and time you invested to see it through. No matter if you had to crawl or redirect your approach in a different way, get your point across. By all means necessary don’t give up. Instead, carry yourself with grace, and dignity while standing in your truth in the old fashion way of being raised. This week, take the lead in your affairs by doing your due diligence. You can’t beat around the bush, especially if you didn’t do your part, and then expect others to follow or hear you out. Admit, acknowledge, then act accordingly, fulfilling past obligations, or at some point, you’ll run into a dead end. This cycle is for those of you who’ve done the work, and as long as you can look yourself in the mirror, the universe will step in and wave its magic wand to elevate you in places unknown. Aries, you’re a pioneering spirit. Being adventurous is your mojo. It adds flavor to your world. Hit that grand slam, and then some. There comes a point in your life where the rubber meets the fork in the road. Which direction are you choosing as a new path in your life? Physically, are you in shape or in preparation? Mentally, is your mind made up? Spiritually, are you inclined to accept the new role; and lastly, are you emotionally suited in that you’ve learned the lessons to press play? No matter what your current situation is, a decision has to be made. You’re currently entering a new phase of your life for the next 18 months as the node of the moon shifts into its Taurus/Scorpio axis. This week’s cycle may take you for a loop, with all sorts of information coming from every angle nonstop. How you respond will be the end result of the outcome. If you don’t do the work yourself, how do you ask others to do the right thing in return? New rules and family obligations within your home, workplace, and personal affairs are shifted quickly. Think things through and talk it out before making decisions when necessary. This is the month to lay the foundation and create a place to stand on and call your home. Treat any projects you start or in the process like planting a seed. Keep it nourished and watch it grow.

Capricorn Dec 22 – Jan 21 When driving you have three lanes 1, 2, and 3, from intermediate to cruising, and advance for high-speed passing. As your life is moving in a new direction, think of new ways to adapt and discover new talents within yourself. Ask yourself what you can do with these newfound gifts and talents. This is your cycle for seeking ways to advance or make improvements within your current career spinning off in new directions. Set a new and firm foundation for yourself within your community, immediate environments, and those you’re connected with to build an organization. It’s your month to accomplish, uplift, and render your service, and support others to help humanity. This cycle will awaken you, nudge you, pull you, and shift your energies. There’s a spirit within you, shifting to get you into alignment with messages the universe wants to convey. As you end this year looking back on your growth, you’ve outgrown people and positioned yourself in a new direction. The result is you’ve learned valuable lessons. Lastly, and more importantly, it’s about investments in yourself for your own personal development. How can we, as a people, not learn about the past history and values our mothers, fathers and their ancestors, passed down to us as children to remain rooted in our foundation. The past is painting the future, and Virgo, you love to dig up the facts and figures, then analyze, and digest as to how it applies in your life on a global scale. You can certainly expect a class, online course, or new products to appear on the table with the additional discovery of new information. A past connection with a friend, a colleague may resurface in passing throughout your daily affairs. What messages are you hearing, feeling, or sensing that you need to tune into and understand the message and its meaning? Your professional interest or side gig is steering you in a new direction opening doors for new opportunities. Begin preparing your agenda, a speech, or a topic of discussion to communicate to your audience in the near future. The universal transcript of this world is being flipped and what was hidden, or forbidden knowledge the people want to hear to reconnect spiritually with themselves on this physical plane. This is where your specialty of having the resources and information at hand is needed. When you stay in the game long enough to understand its power and know your power, and how you can maneuver in the arena of life, it becomes much easier. Setting boundaries in place is a mutual understanding of standing your ground, and how far you’re willing to go. Dancing to the same beat at some point has to find a new avenue of rhythms. Sometimes, there’s no rhyme or reason to the evolution of changes, due to its natural frequency and adaptability to the environment. This cycle is a do for self, as you’ve carried the weight of others on your back. Now is the time to pour much love, attention, and nurturing back into you. The cosmic universal elements of water, fire, earth, and air, play a major role in everyone’s daily affairs. Some things come rapidly, and some things will seem to lag for a reason. The reason being a lesson, situation, or test, etc., is for the purpose to see how well you’ve been an astute student of life. It’s simply a preparation to reward you as you advance to the next level of life. It’s the shakeup before the breakthrough. In moderation, things occur. Show your appreciation to life’s greenery, its life force, and those around you with whom you share your wealth of knowledge and wisdom assisting others on their journey. There’s always a joyful gift in return, and not all of it is just for material gain.

Aquarius Jan 22 – Feb 19

Pisces Feb 20 – Mar 20

Cancer June 22–July 23

Leo July 24 – Aug 23

Virgo

Aug 24 – Sep 23

Aries Mar 21 – Apr 21

Taurus Apr 22 – May 21

Libra Sept 24 – Oct 23

Scorpio Oct 24 – Nov 22

Gemini

May 22 – June 21

Sagittarius

Nov 23 – Dec 21

Jamaica—Best all-inclusives for families

By SHERYL NANCE-NASH

Special to the AmNews

There’s a reason why Jamaica is now leading the world in terms of demands by international travelers searching for destinations, according to a recent survey from the Jamaica Hotel & Tourist Association. In fact, demand is so hot it’s pretty much where it was before the pandemic and expected to keep the momentum.

As you think about where you and your family want to go in 2022, put Jamaica on the list. It has everything you need for an ultimate family getaway. Whether you all are water worshippers, adventure addicts, or nature lovers, you can find it all on this island that is vibrant yet can be serene and spiritual. Raft down the Martha Brae River, explore the country’s caves, and refresh yourself under the many waterfalls. Jamaica is a birder’s paradise too, with hundreds of species of birds. Soak up the culture, the reggae music, the food, jerk pork or chicken, callaloo, plantain, rice and peas, oxtail, ackee and saltfish, mangoes. Do sample a guinep, a small fruit, where you peel away the skin and out pops a jelly-like substance. Drink like a local. Go for Red Stripe beer or a rum punch. As for where to stay, make it easy on yourselves by choosing an all-inclusive. Here are some of the best ones where you and your family will have a good time.

Jewel Runaway Bay Beach Resort & Waterpark, Runaway Bay

The kids will love having the new waterpark right on the property. They can swim and splash to their heart’s content. There are 10 attractions, including a family raft ride, lazy river with rock grottos and waterfalls, and there are live musical performances at the waterpark. When they want to come out of the water, there’s a Kids’ Club with amusement for toddlers to teens. Meanwhile, parents can play at the pool or beach. Come together in the evenings for a poolside movie.

Beaches, Negril

You’ve heard about Negril’s 7-mile beach. There’s a reason it’s the story line in many vacation tales. Why not write your family’s chapter? Beaches Negril is ideal for families. Room options are plentiful. Even if you have a big family or two families are traveling together, there’s a room for you. The Tropical Beachfront Three-Bedroom Walkout Grand Butler Family Suite sleeps 12. Picky eaters in your group, no worries, there are nine restaurants. Nobody will be bored with kayaking, windsurfing, hydro bikes, snorkeling, hobie cats, paddle boarding, knee boarding, scuba diving, basketball, tennis and more. Everyone will enjoy the Pirates Island Waterpark and the Xbox Play Lounge. The little ones will love Beaches’ Kid Camp and Caribbean Adventures with Sesame Street. For teens, there’s Club Liquid and the game room Trench Town. When you’re ready to kick back for a bit of renewal, there’s the Red Lane Spa.

Grand Palladium Jamaica Resort & Spa, Lucea

This is a family spot for sure. The Grand Palladium gets kudos for being home to the largest Kids Club in the Caribbean. Then there are 10 restaurants, plenty of places for a late-night slip-away for the grownups. Do take advantage of babysitting and childcare. You’ll love that you stay at one but enjoy the facilities at all three of the resort’s properties. Your big decision will be making up your mind about which of the five pools to take a dip in. Snorkel, sail, kayak, play mini golf, or wind down at the full-service spa.

Hilton Rose Hall Resort & Spa, Montego Bay

The 18th century Rose Hall tropical estate is straight out of the movies, a drop-dead gorgeous playground. Enjoy six restaurants, six bars/lounges, yoga and Pilates classes, tennis, golf, beach volleyball, billiards, arcade/game room, boat tours, concerts, live shows, karaoke, kayaking, parasailing, snorkeling and sailing. There’s a Kids Retreat and Teen Zone. A big attraction though is the Sugar Mills Water Park, the largest water park in Jamaica, with lagoons, lazy river, jungle garden with a rope and wood suspension bridge, and replicas of the former Rose Hall Plantation.

Bluefields Bay Villas, Bluefields

Maybe the last thing you want is to spend time at a big resort. Make your way to Bluefields Bay Villas on Jamaica’s stunning south coast. They are perched along the hilly coast and overlook the ocean. There are a mere six villas, so privacy is a premium. Each villa has IG-worthy views, private pools, butler and maid service, full kitchen and chef. You can get nanny service 24/7. There is elderly care for seniors. Soak up the sun on the beach or at the pool. Here there’s no pressure to buzz about. Do as little or as much as you like. You can arrange dive tours, deep sea-fishing, glass-bottom boat cruises and more.

Royalton Blue Waters, Montego Bay

If you have children younger than 4 years old, you might choose other accommodations. But from age 4 on there’s plenty. The Clubhouse Kids Club is where those up to age 12 can find characters Max & Ruby, watch cartoons, play games and more. Teens have their own space at the Hangout, with video game lounge, pool and ping-pong tables and more stuff beloved by teens. Everyone can come together for snorkeling, kayaking, paddle boarding, beach volleyball, floating down the lazy river, or trivia games. Learn while on vacation with dance and cooking classes. Beach, Dunn’s River Falls and Dolphin Cove are only three miles away. Teens love the Flowrider surfing simulator onsite. There are four restaurants, Club Mongoose for ages 2-12, and Jamrock Teen Center. You don’t have to worry about the heat, there are five pools with waterfalls and the Lighthouse Waterslide to cool off. Show off your tennis skills on the championship tennis courts. Each week there’s a themed party. Drink up at eight bars or see how good you are at beating the odds at the casino. Ready to relax? Have a cup of tea at afternoon tea, find a spot on the private white sand beach, or head over to the full-service, Awe Spa.

Hyatt Ziva Rose Hall, Montego Bay Expect big fun and much eating. There are 16 restaurants. That’s not a typo, 16 places to please every palate. You’ll cheat yourself if you don’t go for the spice at Barefoot JerkZ, the beachfront Jamaican jerk shack. Italian, Asian, and Brazilian fare are among the many options. What’s your mood? There’s a quiet pool and then there’s the one for the party folks. The activities pool is also where you’ll find water spinning. Leave the children to the KidZ Club for beach sports, arts, crafts, and games. Come night time they have their PJ and disco parties, and teens do their thing at their club. The entire family can enjoy sailing on a catamaran, working out on boogie boards, kayaking, snorkeling. If you’re hankering to try something new, there are dance lessons and cooking demonstrations. Come nightfall, there’s Jamaican street music, steel drums, music and theatrical performances.

Iberostar Rose Hall Beach, Montego Bay

The kids will feel like they own the joint. Star Camp features its own pool and children’s park. As for you, you’ll feel pretty good too, whether you’re pampering yourself at Spa Sensations or getting your diver certification at the Dressel Diver Center. You’ll want to explore the Montego Bay Marine Park with the Airport Wall reef and for sure the Falmouth luminous lagoon, one of four such spots in the world. Be ready for more action—tennis, the gym, an array of watersports or golf at two 18-hold professional golf courses nearby. When the sun goes down, it’s all about the live music, shows and the lively game room.

Jewel Runaway Bay Beach Resort & Waterpark

(Photo courtesy of the resort)