This psychic reading given by Edgar Cayce at his office, 115 West 35th Street, Virginia Beach, Va., this 2nd day of June, 1931, in accordance with request made by self - Miss [1048], through Dr. [2119].

Present: Edgar Cayce; Gertrude Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno. Miss [1048] and Dr. [2119]. Born October 14, 1909, in Anacostia, D.C.

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1. EC: Yes, we have the entity here, [1048]; now, and those relations with the universe and universal forces, as are latent and manifested in the present entity.
2. In entering we find there are as many or more definite influences astrologically for the physical BODY as the mental and soul development for the entity.
3. There would, then, that of warnings be as respecting physical conditions to be warned of - the body-physical may become subject to that of gland trouble, or influence especially towards that PRODUCING anemia.
4. In the mental and soul developments, we find the entity has developed in the appearances and in the activities of the body as respecting the environs or influences through which the entity has passed.
5. Coming under the influence astrologically of Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Mars and Uranus, makes for those influences as will be not only problematical for the entity in many respects but also one that may wield an INFLUENCE upon the affairs of individuals, groups, states, nations, through the application of that as HAS been and IS BEING builded in the entity's experience and development.
6. In Mercury, making for those MENTAL abilities; especially as to detail information, capable of often - through the Mercurian and Uranian influence - being able to know that which is desired to be asked by individuals or groups BEFORE they ask same. In ANY line of association or endeavor OFT is the entity able to do this. This used aright, then, MUST of itself influence groups, masses, and even nations, through the associations of the entity and its abilities. To be sure, this would make rather for the entity a career that may be even ENVIABLE by those whom the entity may contact in various ways or manners.
7. In Jupiter, for the varied experiences in a broad field or manner; ALSO those afflictions PHYSICAL as intimated, and especially does THIS occur in the present YEAR - while, as it were, Jupiter is less influencing, other than in a RELATIVE force as respecting other conditions. So, through the present summer and early fall, be mindful that plenty of outdoor exercise and plenty of OXYGEN is IN those SURROUNDINGS of the entity. Keep out of any cavities, or any surroundings that would tend to act as a diminishing of the supply of oxygen for the body, and keep the mental in an attitude of continued development toward the abilities to control physical forces within self.
8. In Mars, we find those tendencies oft for the entity to become rather in the manner of too EASILY misdirected by CONSIDERED slights, or little differences that arise between associates or individuals; or there are tendencies for what in others would be WRATH, to the entity CLOSES the activities of the entity rather than to ARGUE the question with anyone, accepting a slight and mis-understanding rather than to be TOO antagonistic. This is WELL, if NOT carried too far - but is easily made to become a detriment to the better interests OF the entity in its mental, in its physical, in its soul relations.
9. In those of Uranian with those of Mercury, the INTUITIONS are accentuated - as indicated, and oft has the entity in moments had VISIONS and premonitions of conditions that would AFFECT the entity into that way in which others would call rather moody. This may be used, will the intuitive forces be developed by the entity's not CLOSING self TO these experiences, but do NOT have such as formulas or mystic words, or mystic circles, for such development; rather let same be from self's own experience in prayerful, spiritual meditation. Then, don't be ashamed of them, nor to give that obtained; for, as one GROWS in grace, knowledge, understanding, peace, contentment, DEVELOPED ABILITIES are the outgrowth of same.
10. In the appearances and the effect these have upon the PRESENT experience of the entity - while these may be seen also influencing the entity through various experiences, that to be used is that as AFFECTS or INFLUENCES the entity in the PRESENT; those in the past used rather as stepping stones to understandings:
11. In the one, then, before this we find in that land now known as the French, and during that period when the English ruler was in exile - when Charles was in exile. The entity was then among those peoples who cared FOR, took the part OF this entity or this body during that sojourn there; for in the entity's COMPANY did that body gain its first counsel with the lay peoples of the land. The entity gained and lost through this experience. In the name Aricbella. In aiding the peoples, in the counsel given the peoples as respecting rights and wrongs as done towards people - whether OF the nobility or of the laymen - the entity gained; LOSING - when raised to one of power - in that the entity forgot MUCH of that as pertained to the plebeians, or the commons peoples. In the present, that tendency of that often called timidity in the entity comes from these EXPERIENCES, and the fear of being in a mis-understood position from the same experience. Hence the desire to always make self clear in whatever stand taken.
12. In the one, then, before this we find in that land now known as the Arabian, then during those periods when there was the overrunning of the land and during the periods when there was the re-establishing of the nomad people under Uhjltd in what is now Arabia. The entity then was an aide to the INTERPRETER of this RULER, and GAINED through the experience in the abilities to make for ALL the peoples that of an understanding between the various CLASSES, or castes, that gathered in this land. In the name Oujdte. In the present, those abilities to be a linguist in many varied accents, or in many varied ways it becomes EASY for the entity to adopt those of the varied GROUPS of peoples, or even different language, or that that may be termed as idioms of the varied groups; also the abilities as in the gathering of data, or in minutia or in detail as respecting whether the gathering of teachings or of data for ADDITIONS of physical things.
13. In the one, then, before THIS, we find in that land known now as the Egyptian, and during that period when there was the re-establishing of the schools, the hospitals, the understanding of the relationships between man and man, the Creative Forces and man. The entity was then among those that came into the temples as those offering - in the various MOVEMENTS of the temple service - an understanding of the relationships in those of the PHYSICAL beings. Hence the entity may become, or MIGHT become a dancer - or one easily led in such as movements of the body as give expression to thought, intent, purpose. Hence an entity that may USE every action as an EXPRESSIVE one in the transference of thoughts, ideas or expressions. So, IN the present these are manifested ABILITIES OF the entity in these directions.
14. In the abilities, then, of the entity in the present, and that to which it may attain, and how:
15. As given, there may be great developments FOR the entity in being able to influence individuals, groups, masses, even states, nations, through CONTACTS as may be brought by the entity's associations in the present. As one that occupies a position of trust to those that lead in various fields of endeavor, may the entity GAIN the most in the present. Not as menial position; rather as one upon whom the ABILITY rests to carry ON that undertaken!
16. In keeping the physical fit may the MENTAL and the SPIRITUAL DEVELOP the most.
17. In THESE directions, then, should the entity give or lend its efforts. DO NOT attempt to suppress or to pass lightly over the occult forces as may be made manifest. Rather AS the USE of these, but beware of the mystic, the soothesayer, or that ORDINARILY termed as the visions or the shades of those passed! Ready for questions.
18. (Q) What field of endeavor am I especially fitted for?
    (A) As given, as an aide to one doing a broad or expansive field of study in those fields REQUIRING the use of the abilities of the entity in the ways pointed out.
19. (Q) How can I best prepare myself for development in this field?
    (A) The DEVELOPMENT will be a natural consequence of those INNATE forces, AS the abilities now had are put to use. Search first within self as to those LATENT forces in the ability of the occult INFLUENCE. This by prayerful meditation may be DEVELOPED the greater, and these will gradually OPEN the doors for the experiences that may be the greater development.
20. (Q) Will the forces tell me whether it is my duty to spend the entire summer with my family?
    (A) Not as WE find it here!
21. (Q) Would it be valuable for my development to remain here on the staff of the summer school?
    (A) Decidedly so!
22. (Q) Are there any entities in the invisible world who are trying or have tried to reach me with messages?
    (A) Oft, as has been given, have there been GLIMPSES of those innate forces and INFLUENCES that would guide or direct, yet - as has been given - better that these be from those forces from within SELF, than from too MUCH of those of the outside influence; for when the contacts may be made with the divine forces themselves, why take substitutes?
23. (Q) Should I attempt to specialize in dramatics?
    (A) This is well for ALL of the developments that will be NEEDED in the contacts that ARE to be made at home and abroad; for, as we see, the entity WILL go abroad! There's to be a big meeting somewhere!
24. (Q) Are there any individuals with whom I have been associated this year who can help me through psychic channels?
    (A) MANY may aid. BEST begin with self!
25. (Q) Can I be of any specific value in the work of the new Association?
    (A) Decidedly so; in the distribution of the data, as THIS work is once begun!
26. We are through for the present.

    Copy to Self
    Copy to Dr. [2119]
    Copy to File

REPORTS

1. 7/25/31 She obtained a Physical Reading - See 1048-2. Later she obtained two additional Physical Readings, 1048-3 and 1048-4.
2. 2/08/40 Her reply to questionnaire in re her Life Rdg:
   Later experience has shown the value of the injunction, frequently repeated during the Life Reading, to develop (through prayerful meditation, principally) the intuitive powers WITHIN, rather than to seek aid from any outside influence. Particularly did the Reading warn against the use of "soothesayers, mystics" and "shades of those passed." After the passage of nine years, I find this advice still good! [GD's note: She married a piano teacher, organist, choir director, son of a Protestant minister, and helped him in his work.]
   I think that the Life Reading analyzed my abilities very well indeed, and experience has proved correct the suggestions as to the type of work to which I am most suited. It also analyzed my temperament and character (innate) very accurately!
   Particularly interesting, I think, is the fact that the first concern in the Life Reading was with necessary physical adjustment, which I had not in my mind at all. [GD's note: See her subsequent Physical Readings 1048-2, 1048-3, 1048-4.]
3. 1/21/72 GENERAL QUESTIONNAIRE (ret'd 1/28/72):
   PART ONE
   1. What jobs have you held since your reading? (In chronological order) Too numerous to mention! Secretarial (10 yrs.), Med. Secretary; Elementary School Teacher (presently).
   2. Have you ever spoken with Edgar Cayce? (Yes) How well, if so, did you know him? Not intimately, but as a friend & a friend's father. [GD's note: She and Hugh Lynn Cayce were good friends.]
   3. Do you feel that Edgar Cayce's source of information depicted you accurately? Yes.
   4. At the time of the reading, did you have confidence in his counseling? Yes.
   5. Do you feel that the reading helped you? How? It was inspirational since I was present during life reading. 6. As you look back, do you see patterns that were shown in the readings that you didn't see before? Please explain. No.
   7. Do you think that your life could have been made better by following the advice more closely? Yes.
   8. If Edgar Cayce were alive would you refer people to him for help? Yes.
   9. Did any of his predictions manifest themselves? (Granted that you followed his advice.) Could have.
   Note: Remember that you remain anonymous. If there is any additional information which you would like to add to help me, it would be appreciated.
   PART TWO
   1) Did you find yourself capable of often being able to know what others wanted to ask before they asked it? Yes.
   2) Did you have premonitions or visions? Occasionally.
   3) Was there ever a time in you life when you had an actual FEAR of being misunderstood? Don't remember so STRONGLY. Prefer to be understood.
   4) Did languages come easily to you? Yes.
   5) Did you go abroad, as predicted? No. Not yet!
4. 3/11/76 Mrs. [1048]'s niece reported: "My Aunt [1048] has a brain tumor which is inoperable."
5. 4/28/76 See her letter to HLC under 1048-4, Par. R5.
6. 8/16/76 Mrs. [1048]'s husband wrote HLC:
   "Thank you in behalf of [1048] for your nice letter of May 27th to her. At the time of your writing she was dying of cancer and passed away on June 8th in the ... Hospital.
   "She often spoke of the early connections of you and your family, and of your good works. "Thank you also for your prayers for her. She had the greatest spirit right up to the end and if she knew she was going to die, she never let on to anybody.
   "Her last thoughts of course were for me to be sure to take care of 'my boy'." [GD's note: On 3/14/49 HLC had told me that Mrs. [1048] and her husband had a son between seven and eight years old who had apparently been abnormal from birth.]

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