This Psychic Reading given by Edgar Cayce at the office of the Association, Arctic Crescent, Virginia Beach, Va., this 2nd day of January, 1943, in accordance with request made by the self - Mrs. [264], Associate Member of the Ass'n for Research & Enlightenment, Inc.

Present: Edgar Cayce; Gertrude Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno.

TEXT

1. GC: You will give the physical condition of this body at the present time, with suggestions for further corrective measures; answering the questions, as I ask them:
2. EC: Yes - rather severe and serious conditions disturbing the body.
3. Quietness, rest, and be very mindful there are not infectious forces arising from the drainages being carried on in the present. Keep cleanliness about it, as has been, and keep those influences as to give the strength for the body - without taxation to the heart.
4. The Ventriculin (plain) we would take, all the body will or can absorb without overtaxing.
5. Prepare the beef juice also to go with this, or to be taken at least three to four times each day, a teaspoonful - and this sipped.
6. Do these, as we find, and the precautions that have been indicated, - for the present.
7. Ready for questions.
8. (Q) What has caused growth to enlarge, and how can it be eliminated?
   (A) Lack of proper eliminations in the regular periods, and change [menopause] - of course - wrought in the activities of the body. If there are the precautions in the present, however, these should reduce it to what it has been.
9. (Q) What causes the extra swelling in intestines, and what would correct condition?
   (A) This has got to be of the natural sources, see. The use of the vibrations as may be had by placing the hand on back and front of the growth, or over same, by someone in sympathy - or that has the vibrations in the hands, would aid.
10. (Q) Am I overdoing my strength?
    (A) Through this period there should be just as little activity as possible.
11. (Q) Are there further precautions I should take during menopause?
    (A) Those that have been indicated, and as the body has done, these are very well. But keep these in the manners indicated.
12. (Q) Should I take Calcios?
    (A) Not during this period; this may come a little later. But take all the citrus fruits that may be assimilated, but these in the present we would combine - that is, take all of them all at the same period - oranges, limes, lemons, grapefruit and the like.
13. (Q) What should be done to correct enlarged gland on the front of my neck?
    (A) This may be materially aided with the massaging about twice each day with an equal combination of Mutton Tallow (melted), Spirits of Turpentine and Spirits of Camphor.
14. (Q) Would it be beneficial for me to use Iodized salt on my food?
    (A) Very beneficial to most people, and to this body especially.
15. (Q) Is the climate in Boston too severe for me?
    (A) The body may accustom or acclimate itself to either or all of these environs. To be sure, there is naturally builded within the consciousness that there is a better condition farther south, but these are purely mental consciousnesses and the body may adjust itself - if it takes the precautions as to the severity of the weather through those periods necessitating same.
16. (Q) Please explain the message given to me thru this source [6/18/39 in 262-121, Par. 18-A], "Look not on that which has passed as that to be thought of or turned to. Remember Lot's wife," etc.
    (A) DO NOT look back! LOOK FORWARD! Do NOT look back, look forward! If God has forgiven you, and you feel it, don't keep asking Him to forgive you!
17. (Q) Please give any other advice that would be helpful.
    (A) Keep that mental attitude of ever constructive forces in the mental body.
    Be mindful of those things indicated, for these are serious periods for the body.
18. We are through for the present.

    Copy to Self - Air Mail - Special Delivery
    Copy to Ass'n file
    Wired, 1/02/43: Take Ventriculin Also small quantities beef juice often Citrus fruits Keep precautions for cleanliness to prevent infection Quietness, rest. Full report air special. [Beef juice directions sent.]

BACKGROUND

1. 8/15/41 She obtained Ck. Physical Rdg. 264-56 advising further tr. for uterine tumor, heart condition, anemia.
2. 12/27/42 She submitted questions.
3. 12/28/42 She wrote: "I want to add two more questions, as that gland on the front of my neck is enlarged. Would like to do the right thing about it. Would it be beneficial to use Iodized Salt on my food? Today, for the first time in months, there is quite an excessive elimination. While it is quite weakening to lose so much blood - the lack of elimination probably caused the enlargement of the uterine growth. Anyway, I am sure the rdg. will tell me what is necessary to be done."

REPORTS

1. 1/08/43 She wrote: "The only reason [853] called you was because the mails have been so delayed, and I really was in a serious condition. However, I felt safer after [853] talked to you, because I knew you would pray for me, and that God answers the prayers of those who do His will, and I knew you did.
   "Was able to follow all of the rdg. except the Ventriculin - just got that yesterday. Am taking two doses per day, since it said take all I could absorb. So instead of taking the little measuring cup 3/4 full at one time, I divide it. It has already helped marvelously. For two days my veins had been like a bruise, and then sharp pains would shoot in them. I had one more pain after the first dose of Ventriculin, and the strain on my heart has been so much less today. Am truly getting better. Am still lying down most of the time. [853] stayed with me Sat. and Sun. He has been such a big help.
   "I appreciate your giving me that rdg. more than any words can express. Mr. Cayce, you are truly the 'biggest' person I have ever known. 'Selfless' at all times, for everybody.
   "It seems there is so little I can do for you, so now, in gratitude, I am dedicating myself to meditate for you at 10:30 and 3:30 every day when you give the rdgs. If it will do any good, I'll be so glad...
   "What has impressed me so often, so far, in your book, is that science can't measure your work, any more than it can God's love. It has no limits or boundaries, therefore it can not be catalogued. And since your work is of God, it just meets a need, that's all - just depending upon that need. It seems so merciful."
2. 1/14/43 She wrote: "Am getting a little stronger every day. Just able to walk around, though. Not able to go out yet.
   "Am following every detail in the rdg., and you know that brings results...
   "I must tell you this. You told me once in a rdg., when you said I could be well in from three to five weeks, that at the end of that time further information should be given me regarding my diet, as I should not then have concentrated iron, as the body-forces would respond so rapidly that concentrated iron would clot the blood. Well, in this last rdg. it gave 'plain Ventriculin' instead of Ventriculin with iron. Had you thought of that? That change has certainly changed my attitude about getting well soon. I just feel like the whole universe is rejoicing, and that I am a part of that joy, instead of standing off and watching others rejoice, as I have felt so often during these past years. Regardless of how I acted, down inside of me I felt crushed. That feeling has gone. I am so grateful. This whole rdg. has given me so much hope. I thank you for everything."
3. 3/17/43 She wrote [see under 264-56 in detail]: "I am SO MUCH better now."
4. 4/26/43 She wrote: "Every day I feel like I must apply what I have learned - I must serve - or I will explode."
5. 5/05/43 "I had a cold after I reached here [N.Y.] and lost the ten lbs. I had gained in D.C. It is so difficult to get nourishing food here [eating out]."
6. 5/19/43 She wrote: "We are going to be transferred back to D.C. am going to N.C. Sat. to be with Father and Mother...and I will stay there as long as they need me." [See subsequent notations under Life Rdg. 264-31.]
7. 10/21/43 Mrs. [...] wrote: "I have known [264] for years and she is stronger and feels better this summer than she has in yrs. I am sure you can help me, too [with my little daughter, [3603]]."
8. 12/04/43 She obtained Ck. Physical 264-58.

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