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(Seth also said that Jane and I would die within a short time of each other, when our earthly work was finished. No date or sequence was given. Seth said that Jane would publish 5 books on the Seth Material; 3 novels; 3 books of poetry; plus 2 books to be dictated by Seth himself. I do not recall if the dream book, now at Ace, was mentioned; or if others were.[Jane died in 1984. I’m publishing Volume 9 in 2002.]

(Earlier today Jane had said she thought this development referred to the dream book, now at Ace Publications, and that a sale was quite possible.

(Humorously:)I have not been on vacation. Very shortly now in our own sessions I will begin writing my own book, and it will be as mentioned earlier.

(See the 418th session for June 24, 1968. There was an interruption now as the paperboy called, while making his rounds collecting.)

Now. When we are finished publishing Ruburt’s books and my books, we will have some library.

Now, I have the framework for my own book in my mind clear enough... I even have the chapter presentations; and if I mention my friends you may or may not recognize yourselves, for I shall present you through my own eyes and not through Ruburt’s.

Now, Ruburt has largely dispensed with the negative state of mind that has so long plagued him... He is no longer blocking his own opportunities, so the further development for which I have spoken will shortly come about.

([Bill:] “I don’t know Seth... I’m 43 now... worried about learning; etc.”)

(9:30. Jane now took a break, I wished for full notes because of the humor flying about, but had fallen way behind. Seth then returned briefly when John, during break, asked Jane a question related to the causes of gout.)

(To John and Bill:) Now. This applies to anyone, so if I look at you consider yourself the symbol of everyman. And this applies also to you. (To Bill:) You have very simply two alternatives. You either take the time and the effort to look into yourself or you do not. If you take the time and the effort, then I tell you, Jesuit, you will have no terrors of the flesh. While you do not take the time you must put up with it, and depend on your doctors...

([John:] “Not specifically. [Pause.] I can’t formulate a question right now. You go ahead. I’ll ask you later.”)

Now, I am pleased that you have kept copies of the material so carefully. And when we are done ... Then you will see that we have done very well indeed.

My symbolic impression is of twins. But they will break up, pull apart, and exert separate pressures. They will disagree on matters of policy. Now the date of June 18 comes to mind, and it seems to be connected with an anniversary or get-together of some sort. The chips will be down, but another man will pick them up; that is, these two men will drop the chips and another man will pick them up. (Humorously:) Empire makers are always looking for a toehold... and this will give you one... You can use some of your tricky footwork... (More here that I missed.)

Now. My friend Ruburt always knows what he is doing. (Humor.) Do not fall for that line... Give us a moment. (Pause.)

Now, I like you (to Bill), but I do not intrude when I am not invited, and as a rule I do not offer advice when I am not asked...

Now give us a moment. (To John:) I am not sure here, so I will go slowly...

There seems to be a drug you are taking into your own system that is going against your system. An occasional thing I believe—having to do with a retention of fluid. Ruburt has no medical vocabulary. Let us see now; you should take those fruits that are strong in vitamin C, but are not acid. You should avoid acid fruits taken in one meal with milk. You should avoid all chocolate in any form. Now this is not forever, merely until the condition vanishes. You should not eat grapefruit now under any circumstances. Cranberry juice however is beneficial. You should avoid aspirin.

Fatty foods should be avoided. You should eat almonds. And watch your intake of sugars. Honey will not bother you. Give me a moment. Now. Symbolically in your case, and opposed to our Jesuit’s case, the retention of fluids has to do with the fear for your position, of refusal to give up, or the fear of giving up, prerogatives. (Pause.)

(There was more here I did not get down. My notes do not indicate what, if anything, John said about the possible electrical effects. A long break now ensued.

Now. We have been coaching Ruburt in the use of his abilities. We do not want him to feel inferior, and the information is basically legitimate. (Pause.)

(To Peg: An exchange here followed which was too quick for me to get down, so it is here summarized. After joking with Peggy about interviews, cameras, etc., Seth said in time that he would interview Peg, who by then would be “notorious,” or better known. I don’t believe he said just how this would come about. Seth also told Peg there was some data she would need, that she would request it herself, about the crisis in her own life approximately 6 years from now.

Now. I hope you will use the material that I gave to Ruburt’s class, for it contains within it the heart of my message.

Now I come from a long way to speak. You do not have to come a like distance to listen. When through Ruburt’s open eyes I observe you, I observe more than the person that you realize that you are, for it is difficult for me to pinpoint you in your time. In your terms therefore, I see both your present and future selves, though probabilities operate.

(When no one spoke up:) Give me a moment. (To Bill:) Now. An appointment... Do not say yes. Forget the unprincipled... You have more to offer than that. Three men seem to be involved, and one you cannot trust. Forget the arrangement. It is a bed of nails. You can seem to be accommodating while holding your own on the one main issue... And do not back down on that one issue. To back down would... be weakness.

Now you may not be certain of my existence, but be certain of my knowledge. (Humorously.

(To John:) Your Stan now has four counts against him, and he has lost his fifth. (There was more here.

(11:16. In contrast to earlier breaks, Jane now came out of trance rather quickly. Bill and Peg didn’t particularly want to talk about the data given above, but said it had a direct bearing; something, we were told, about a meeting tomorrow...