tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52057954492753977602024-03-15T18:11:25.392-07:00LeslieHale-AstrologyLeslie Halehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16527020713876450557noreply@blogger.comBlogger757125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5205795449275397760.post-76920033132967888952024-02-28T06:18:00.000-08:002024-02-28T13:44:50.326-08:00March 2024 astrology; Spring arrives and an eclipse!<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzND6Hffz6H0DaWzhyphenhyphenytqkf-K7ztPoLJiz-PCzlutzCPSJ4tZfAUm3hvq_z30xUYdDrt6AexKdOFW1u8FqphxRko8RI3iT3fAD_sa6Lo9mgnIJA9wx_Cwh7sKhs7KhnCo67GShXbwvI8Fac5VdDofiBiDZlHbxmR9I48i-eblHx_9WwK1PFnZxSFcQBF4/s600/spring1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="313" data-original-width="600" height="167" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzND6Hffz6H0DaWzhyphenhyphenytqkf-K7ztPoLJiz-PCzlutzCPSJ4tZfAUm3hvq_z30xUYdDrt6AexKdOFW1u8FqphxRko8RI3iT3fAD_sa6Lo9mgnIJA9wx_Cwh7sKhs7KhnCo67GShXbwvI8Fac5VdDofiBiDZlHbxmR9I48i-eblHx_9WwK1PFnZxSFcQBF4/s320/spring1.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">This month the Sun leaves Pisces for
Aries and spring officially begins on March 19<sup>th</sup>! Mercury will enter
Aries and Venus leaves Aquarius for romantic Pisces. Mars also enters Pisces or
the last sign of the zodiac, and Jupiter crosses the halfway mark in Taurus on
March 20th.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">We will experience a New moon in
Pisces and the first eclipse of the season will fall in Libra on March 25<sup>th</sup>.
There are no retrograde planets in March but Mercury will enter its shadow
period on March 18-April 1<sup>st</sup>. Now, the details.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Happy New Year and spring solstice<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The Sun completes its yearly transit
through Pisces and enters the first sign of spring on March 19<sup>th</sup>. At
11:06PM, EDT the Sun enters Aries, which is the spring solstice and spring is
finally here.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Each year when the Sun
reaches 0 degrees of Aries the astrological New Year begins and we start anew
for another 365 days.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">During the Pisces season we are
typically focused on merging with others to the extent we can typically
overlook or not place the biggest emphasis on ourselves. When the Sun moves
from Pisces into Aries we come back to what our own desires and needs are and
how to go about meeting them. Often we begin new ventures and projects at this
time.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Aries is not only a Fire sign, but a
Cardinal Fire sign which means Aries are ready to handle just about anything
that comes their way. Cardinal signs are the natural leaders in life and like
to be in the circle of movers and shakers. They typically exude confidence and
don’t let grass grow under their feet. As the Sun enters Aries we will all take
on more of these characteristics.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Aries is ruled by Mars, the planet of
action and war. Mars is a take charge planet, and can be determined, brash, and
assertive and always seeks movement or action. Aries cannot stand inertia or
being bored.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Aries rules the first house of the
zodiac or the self. When this happens we tend to be focused on our own needs,
what we want to do and how we can get there. For this reason Aries is sometimes
considered a selfish sign, so while we should seek to understand and act on our
own needs, it is wise to remember that when interacting with others we need to
consider their feelings as well.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Aries qualities include bravery, a
take charge attitude, bold ideas and actions, confidence, enthusiasm, honesty,
and passion. Aries main weaknesses are being short tempered, moody, impulsive
and overly aggressive. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">As Aries represents the beginning of
the astrological cycle there is often a big emphasis on new starts, new
beginnings, or seeing potential in new projects and situations. Like the spring
flowers and vegetation that begin to grow, we too can start anew and plant our
seeds for the rest of the year to come. Now is the time to take a direct,
bigger and bold approach to what you would like to do or start and you may be
surprised at how successful and convincing you can be to others.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Aries typically does not wait for around for
things to happen, they make things happen. We all get a bit of the same take
charge attitude becoming more focused and driven to make things happen.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Aries likes freedom and now is the time to
enjoy just being you. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The less desirable side of Aries has
to do with making decisions too fast and moving forward without thinking things
through first. If this is the case however, we can review things and make
appropriate changes when the Sun moves into the more earthy and solid sign of
Taurus April 20<sup>th</sup>.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Aries is sometimes accused of being
overly aggressive or demanding but this comes from a desire to be
straightforward and get things moving. Those who find this energy the most
difficult are Water signs but Air and Fire signs should thrive on this energy.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">At best the Fire energy of this sign
can motivate and drive you toward working toward your goals whatever they may
be. For some, this transit will involve feelings of new beginnings and new
opportunities to take advantage of. You may feel emboldened to really be your
true self and put your desires out there.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Your confidence will likely be
inspired over the next month, even if you are normally a shy or retiring
person. You probably won’t need the validations of others, as you will give it
to yourself. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Happy astrological New Year and Happy
Birthday to Aries!<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mercury enters Aries<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mercury enters Aries March 10<sup>th</sup>
where it will remain until May 15<sup>th</sup> due to its retrograde on April 1<sup>st</sup>.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mercury is the planet that rules our
thinking and communication. Our style of communication with each other is
influenced by the particular sign Mercury is in and it changes about once every
30 days or so unless it retrogrades. While Mercury has been in Pisces
communication has typically not been direct and often confusing so its move
into Aries will change this dramatically and quickly.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">While in Aries communication as well
as thinking will pick up speed and shift toward a style of getting straight to
the point, sometimes to the point of even seeming abrupt.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">For some, especially the Fire signs
this will seem very natural and comfortable, and for others (especially Water
signs) this type of communication may seem too harsh or outside their comfort
zone.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Conveying information and ideas will
be faster, sharper and without beating around the bush but we must watch out
for overly assertive communication with others or getting carried away with
ideas that have not been thoroughly thought out as our mind may be moving so
fast.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">At its best Mercury in Aries can
provide us with a mental state that is optimistic, encouraging, on point and
self-confident. At its worst Mercury in Aries can come across as rude,
thoughtless, aggressive, impatient and without respect as we can sometimes
forget to approach conversations in a thoughtful manner with others. Details
can be missing in conversation as Aries is prone to streamlined thinking and
communication and does not like to get bogged down in details.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Venus enters Pisces<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The planet of love enters Pisces on
March 11th and will remain here until April 5<sup>th</sup>.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">If Venus in Aquarius has seemed
somewhat aloof, Venus in Pisces will be quite different as Pisces is one of the
most romantic and sensitive of signs and Venus is well placed here. Venus is in
Pisces is gentle, perceptive, artistic and emotional, creating a great ambiance
for love. Pisces is one of Venus’s favorite signs and love has no barriers
here. Pisces is also connected with compassion, understanding and intuition. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Now is the time to embrace romance,
love, fantasy, creativity and dreams and Pisces is all about all of these
things. Pisces is ruled by Jupiter, the planet of expansion as well as Neptune
the planet that rules the imagination, our dreams and fantasies. Giving to
others comes much easier as and our desire to focus on meaningful and bonds
will be powerful. Neptune frequently brings about a desire to merge with others
on a deep level and Venus is operating at its highest octave in this sign.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">While now is the time to feel romantic
thoughts and experience love at its fullest we must also remember that since
Pisces is co-ruled by Neptune, Venus in Pisces can also mean putting on rose
colored glasses and failing to judge a situation for what it really is. Love
can be grand, but we must also pay attention to warning signs that tell us if
the person we are interested in is not all in the relationship. This can be a
fine line to walk; feeling the yearning for romance and yet maintaining
boundaries and a clear perspective. In other words, Venus in Pisces does not
mean throwing caution to the wind. The desire to merge with others will be
significant and complex but we must be careful who and what we choose to merge
with. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mars enters Pisces<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mars enters Pisces March 22<sup>nd</sup>
and will remain in this sign until April 30<sup>th</sup>. <o:p></o:p></span><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 16pt;">Mars joins Venus in this sign and the two planets that rule our love life
will dance together once more until April 5th</span><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 16pt;"> when Venus moves into
Aries. </span></p><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">When Venus and Mars travel together this can present new opportunities in
love for those born under the signs Venus and Mars are in or compatible with. Those
most influenced by this will be Pisces, Scorpio and in particular Scorpio or
those born with a Cancer ascendant as Venus and Mars will be transiting
together in their 5<sup>th</sup> house of love.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mars is the planet that motivates and drives us toward our goals. When Mars
enters Pisces we act more on intuition, sensitivity to others and at times,
spiritual, psychic or moral convictions.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mars in Pisces will bring about a noticeable energetic shift as Pisces is
the most laid back of signs. Pisces is ruled by both Jupiter and Neptune and compassion and understanding will be the key this month with so many planets in
the sign that rules spirituality, understanding and the psychic world. Don’t be
surprised if you don’t also experience vivid dreams as Neptune also rules
dreams. Confusion may also filter in as Neptune is also the planet of illusion,
confusion and delusion.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mars in Pisces will come across as more compassionate and understanding
than Mars in other signs and our action may be broader and in some cases more
scattered or confused. Mars in this sign does not operate in a direct manner,
but rather moves sideways much of the time. There is method to the madness however;
as Mars-Pisces is so intuitive, action often comes at the right moment.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">During Mars transit through Pisces keeping the peace becomes more
important than it does at other times. People born with Mars in this sign often
go with the flow in life rather than approaching things in a head on manner and
they often end up being correct in their approach to timing if they are paying
attention.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">As Pisces is a mutable sign, what we want may be quite changeable as this
is the nature of all mutable signs. Above all else mutable signs are most
interested in the freedom to evolve and change as they go along.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">At times Mars in Pisces can seem like moving through fog, not knowing
where we will end up. The greater gift of this sign however is being able to
conceptualize the bigger picture and wait until the time if right as opposed to
jumping on every apparent opportunity that comes up. You may feel inclined to
wait to act when the spirit moves you to do so. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Since Pisces is the most sensitive and spiritual of signs so we will be
prone to look at the world through a different lens that values compassion and
understanding over direct confrontation and approaching things in a head on
manner.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mars in Pisces will work well for the water signs. It may be a little
more difficult for the Fire signs that are used to taking direct action as
opposed to waiting for the right time to approach something.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p>
</p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="background: white; font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">March’s
New Moon in Pisces March 10th</span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">This New Moon falls at 20 degrees of
Pisces and the peak is at 5:00 AM, EDT.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Daylight savings time will begin at 2:00 AM, EDT. Pisces rules the 12<sup>th</sup>
house of endings and its planetary rulers are Jupiter and Neptune. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">This new moon is considered a Super
Moon. Super Moon’s are tied into significant earth and weather changes. Since this
Moon is in Pisces it is likely we will see some dramatic water related weather
conditions at this time, or some other type of natural occurrence. Super Moons
appear closer to the earth and have a stronger gravitational pull.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">This Moon will sextile Uranus bringing
about the opportunity to look at and experience our emotions in a new and
different manner. It also conjuncts Neptune, its planetary ruler. This can
create a feeling of confusion, or there may be a lack of clarity about
something.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mercury sextiles Pluto giving us the
ability to speak in a very deliberate and convincing manner, especially if it
involves groups.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mars squares Uranus and is exact March
9<sup>th</sup>, so this becomes part of the New Moon energy. Mars-Uranus aspect
lean toward unexpected events and can be volatile in nature, so we can expect
this to play out on the world stage.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The lunar eclipse in Libra<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The first eclipse of the year falls in
Libra and this is a Full moon. It will reach the peak at 3:00 AM EDT or 12:00
AM on the West Coast. Libra rules the 7<sup>th</sup> house of partnerships,
marriage and relationships with others of all types. The 7<sup>th</sup> house
also rules courts.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 5.9pt;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Eclipses are like
wildcards and one of the ways we learn how and what we need to change so our
life can evolve. An eclipse can seem good or bad, depending on what it aspects
in your personal chart, and often an eclipse is dramatic, or reveals important
information if it aspects a significant point in your own chart. An eclipse
often brings news pertaining to life's biggest events. The energy of an eclipse
can last for months and in some cases years.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 5.9pt;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Almost always
unexpected information comes to light and at this time something may be
eclipsed completely out of your life, or into your life.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 5.9pt;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Libra/Venus not
only rules romantic relationships, but relationships of all kinds, including
work, friendships and even relationships on a bigger level between countries.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 5.9pt;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Since Libra is
the ruler of the 7<sup>th</sup> house of committed relationships we can
expect to see many situations occurring in personal relationships and
marriages, some good, some not so good, depending on what else is happening in
your personal chart and what the eclipse is aspecting. An eclipse is personal
to everyone depending on what it does in your chart.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 5.9pt;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Libra/the 7<sup>th</sup> house
also rules courts of all kinds. The symbol for Libra represents the scales of
justice.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Libra’s planetary ruler is Venus, the
planet of love and money, so the focus of this eclipse will be relationships
and love. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Venus is sextile Jupiter which is a
pleasant transit that peaks the day before the eclipse. This is often connected
to favorable financial matters, love and social events.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">This eclipse favors harmonious
cooperation and seeing another’s point of view. Working with others will get us
further at this time.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">What this eclipse does in your chart
specifically depends on what it aspects, along with any other significant
aspects at this time.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Other aspects of significance:<o:p></o:p></span></i></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Jupiter conjuncts Uranus<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">During March Jupiter is rapidly
approaching it’s conjunction with Uranus in Taurus. While technically this
aspect isn’t exact until April the affects will begin to play out in March.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Jupiter-Uranus is an unpredictable
transit and can be prone to both positive and negative but in many respects I
lean toward the positive especially if this is aspecting something nicely in
your personal chart.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Jupiter-Uranus can affect monetary
gains and losses, new opportunities and can be considered a ‘gambler’s
paradise.’<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It’s best to take chances on
things that are a safe bet with an aspect like this which can go either way. We
experienced the first landing on the Moon in 1969 on a Jupiter conjunct Uranus
and the French Civil War began on a Jupiter-Uranus aspect as well.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">When Jupiter was in Taurus in 2011,
the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_federal_government_credit-rating_downgrades#:~:text=After%20its%20initial%20rating%20cut,a%20third%20time%20from%20AA">US
credit was downgraded</a>, and this occurred again in 2023 with Jupiter in
Taurus. Will this occur a 3<sup>rd</sup> time since another shutdown is looming
on March 1<sup>st</sup>? Time will soon tell.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mercury stations to retrograde<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mercury turns retrograde April 1<sup>st</sup>,
which means it comes to an almost complete stop March 29<sup>th</sup>-31<sup>st</sup>.
During these few days Mercury is not yet retrograde but the energy is changing
and it will retrograde in just a few days.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">It is during this time that we start
to notice Mercurial changes and things going haywire, so now is not the time to
begin new projects or buy high ticket items. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mercury will have been in its shadow period
since March 18<sup>th</sup>. If you need to wrap anything up, do it well in
advance of the end of the month if you want things to run smoothly?<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">March 3<sup>rd</sup>, Venus squares
Uranus-Expected the unexpected, especially when it comes to love and/or
money.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>While this is not an inherently negative
transit it is changeable. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Some may view this
day as exciting and sense an electric feeling in the air.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">March 8<sup>th</sup>, Mercury
conjuncts Neptune-Mercury and Neptune aren’t really pals so expect this day to
be tiring and there is a strong potential for confusion and misinformation.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">March 9<sup>th</sup>, Mars squares
Uranus-This is probably the most explosive transit of the month. This is prone
to clashes of all types and changeability. Use caution while driving and expect
some things to be changeable including tempers. Unfortunately this will play
out on the world stage and it is volatile.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">March 17<sup>th</sup>, the Sun
conjuncts Neptune-This can increase dreams and psychic feelings but also paranoia
and confusion. Make sure you have all you facts straight as it is prone to
misinformation. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">March 21<sup>st</sup>, Venus conjuncts
Saturn. This is not a positive transit for love or social activities. It is
prone toward responsibilities and obligations and at time it can be beneficial in
business. If it aspects your chart in just the right way a break up could occur
but there would also have to be bigger and more significant aspects to bring
this about.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p><br /><p></p>Leslie Halehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16527020713876450557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5205795449275397760.post-67305629471872910392024-02-13T06:46:00.000-08:002024-02-15T06:46:36.639-08:00February 13-14th and Mars conjunct Pluto<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMq5wF-vi4udNyDzpc56VkfckM0g1yyKwF-b0b_3WAWx8fXI0B_adNeZTZ0Nm9s0Aakqmxm0kZHdDfK2LSiMhvcyiyVTNfnjFAGFrBYOKsr6pxM5xHB3QBfEHAaLMo52W8k0cZAHPW8oMUTcI9rb6cLFLNzRt0m8d-_ABLXR1s118VI-pG8el2ewJBrQU/s640/pluto.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="420" data-original-width="640" height="210" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMq5wF-vi4udNyDzpc56VkfckM0g1yyKwF-b0b_3WAWx8fXI0B_adNeZTZ0Nm9s0Aakqmxm0kZHdDfK2LSiMhvcyiyVTNfnjFAGFrBYOKsr6pxM5xHB3QBfEHAaLMo52W8k0cZAHPW8oMUTcI9rb6cLFLNzRt0m8d-_ABLXR1s118VI-pG8el2ewJBrQU/s320/pluto.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 20pt; line-height: 115%;">Mars is
conjunct Pluto February 13<sup>th</sup>-14<sup>th</sup> and exact Valentine ’s
Day this year which may serve as an emotional trigger for some. We need to be
aware of this energy even in the days before this date and a few days after, at
least. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>By February 16<sup>th</sup>,
Venus joins the fray conjuncting Pluto and Mars as well. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 20pt; line-height: 115%;">This harsh
combination falls in the sign of Aquarius which rules the 11<sup>th</sup> house
of the collective, so this aspect has the potential to affect us all in some
way. Aquarius is ruled by both Saturn and Uranus, the planet of sudden,
unexpected and often explosive events.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 20pt; line-height: 115%;">Aquarius is
the sign of brotherhood, equality and freedom. This aspect has the potential to
end some relationships, especially if you have planets in your chart at 0-2
degrees of Taurus, Leo, Scorpio or Aquarius. Freedom can be a theme for some,
especially those who feel they have been in repressive situations.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 20pt; line-height: 115%;">Personal
relationships may become volatile and you may be quick to express your feelings
in a powerful way. Strength or courage could be a strong point at this time but
you must avoid manipulation and control to accomplish what you want. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 20pt; line-height: 115%;">Mars-Pluto
can be disruptive and prone to obsessions and jealousy, especially for those
who are predisposed to these types of feelings.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 20pt; line-height: 115%;">This transit
will play out on the world stage and it is likely it will be in unexpected and
explosive ways. The last time Pluto was conjunct Mars in Aquarius was February 18, 1789. 14
days earlier, George Washington became the first President of the United
States.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 20pt; line-height: 115%;">This aspect
returns to the same degree and station point as the Saturn-Jupiter conjunction
in Aquarius at the end of 2020. Mars ‘sets off’ the Saturn-Jupiter conjunction
which is known as one of the most powerful aspects that occurs every 20 years
and relates to the advancement of the human race.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 20pt; line-height: 115%;">Time doesn’t
permit me to look at all of the charts I might like to but from memory this
affects the chart of President Joe Biden. It appears to affect the chart of the
US Supreme court. It also affects the chart of the UK’s King Charles, Princess
Anne, and William, Prince of Wales to name only a few.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 20pt; line-height: 115%;">The last
Pluto-Mars conjunction was in Capricorn at 27 degrees and occurred February 1-2<sup>nd</sup>,
2022, just a few days after the start of the Russia-Ukrainian war.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 20pt; line-height: 115%;">Mars rules
police, anger and war, young men and in some cases the military. The sign of
Aquarius is often involved in war situations.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 20pt; line-height: 115%;">Uranus is
associated with the internet and cyber-attacks, aircraft, explosions, coups and
unexpected news and events.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 20pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 20pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p><br /><p></p>Leslie Halehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16527020713876450557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5205795449275397760.post-14994546985658826592024-01-31T11:27:00.000-08:002024-02-01T09:53:31.953-08:00The astrology of February 2024!<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiRTm5qiqejTZd5tDj0aNhbDSi7vBcCc6Uwv9Vo9YE3araKlwPyex0ibILFjxo5y5YG4OI8_hI3N7elNU2KAT5Oz8nHhi4K-gnlVFID-CvlI8yMkXZUn6qiRKULQRblf_heoaqSvgUXL3xSJRiLnmoZ3fSaCuXFn8lllaz7KYU-g-gN6HBjkWshl8r1oA/s2560/winter2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1920" data-original-width="2560" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiRTm5qiqejTZd5tDj0aNhbDSi7vBcCc6Uwv9Vo9YE3araKlwPyex0ibILFjxo5y5YG4OI8_hI3N7elNU2KAT5Oz8nHhi4K-gnlVFID-CvlI8yMkXZUn6qiRKULQRblf_heoaqSvgUXL3xSJRiLnmoZ3fSaCuXFn8lllaz7KYU-g-gN6HBjkWshl8r1oA/s320/winter2.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Time certainly flies, and can you
believe we are actually in the 2<sup>nd</sup> month of 2024 already? Happy
Valentine’s Day!<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">This month, the Sun, Mars, Venus and
Mercury are already in Aquarius or will be. That’s a lot of Aquarian energy so
let’s talk about what this is all about. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-The Sun in Aquarius, like all other
Aquarius planets rules the 11<sup>th</sup> house of the collective and where
ever the Sun goes the spotlight shines.
Sun/Aquarius is more social than the last sign it transited through
which was Capricorn. Now is the time to relax a little, think outside the box
and enjoy your friends and acquaintances more. The Sun remains in Aquarius
until the 18<sup>th</sup> when it enters Pisces.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-The Sun enters Pisces February 19th and is a radical change
from Aquarius. Aquarius is a rational Air sign and Pisces is an emotional Water
sign. Pisces is the final sign in the zodiac that rules the 12<sup>th</sup>
house or the part of the chart that represents endings, places of seclusion and
the unconscious mind. This part of the zodiac is considered the realm of the
unknown that also relates to things like secrets, dreams and magic. At times this house can represent secret
enemies or clandestine affairs or relationships that remain secret and hidden.
It represents the place where anxieties and fears are formed as well as where
they can be overcome, changed or transformed into something far more positive
and productive. Pisces is the most ethereal sign of the zodiac.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Pisces planetary rulers are Jupiter
and Neptune. Jupiter is the planet of gain and expansion and Neptune rules the
oceans, intuition, psychics, dreams, drugs or alcohol, spirituality, and lies
or deception along with self-deception. Neptune can represent beautiful dreams
and inspiration or it can cause you to sink to the lowest of emotional depths.
This is represented by the Pisces image which depicts two fish swimming in
opposite directions. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">When the Sun enters Pisces expect to
feel things more deeply and we tend to be much more emotional with the Sun in
this sign until March 20<sup>th</sup>. Lastly, Pisces is the final sign of
winter or the mutable sign when weather begins to change. Next stop; spring and
new beginnings with Aries!<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-Mercury enters Aquarius February 5<sup>th</sup>-23<sup>rd</sup>.
Aquarius is known for its quirky, wild and weird side as well as its
intellectual, inventive and eccentric nature. The planetary rulers of Aquarius
are Saturn and Uranus.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Uranus rules new, cutting edge types
of concepts and with Mercury in this sign you may be able to expand your ideas
and approaches and come up with more original ways of focusing on projects at
work. In this way you may be able to benefit from Mercury’s transit through
this most intellectual and logical of signs. Go bold this month as Uranus is
known for producing cutting edge types of technology and innovations. If you
can tap into this energy, you could have flashes of intuition that could lead
to new ways of looking at things and new approaches to your work.
Uranus-Aquarius is associated with concepts that may seem off the grid but
later resulting in innovations that become the future norm. Don’t be afraid to
try out your ideas within your group or team, as Mercury-Aquarius works well if
not best within groups and the collective.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-Mercury changes signs twice in
February and enters Pisces February 23<sup>rd</sup>-March 10<sup>th</sup>. While
Mercury is in Pisces we can expect communication to become flakier, and
miscommunication to be a common theme. Rather than being focused on facts, we
may be swayed more by the mood and tone of thinking and conversations. We tend
to operate more on intuition, and spend time reflecting on the past. Our instincts often drive thinking and communication,
dreams and fantasies can become more vivid and remain on our minds.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Pisces is a mutable water sign. While
all water signs are sensitive and emotional, a mutable sign is changeable, so
our thoughts and feelings will be constantly shifting and changing over the
next 20 days just like the ocean which Pisces/Neptune has dominion over.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Pisces also rules religion and faith,
and some will find this a more spiritual time, and focus on their inner life
more than material. With Mercury in this sign we may be much more inclined to
take a ‘leap of faith’ in some direction we have not previously tried. Many
time we think about the bigger questions in life such as ‘what is my true
purpose,’ ‘what is God,’ or ‘does life go on after death?’ None of these
questions are trivial and topics like these will likely come up more frequently.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Compassion can be given and received
during Mercury in Pisces. We are more attuned to others and their pain or
problems at this time than we normally are. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The downside of this transit is that
we may find that we are more forgetful, experience brain fog, or show up late
at work or meetings as we are not so focused on details at this time. It is
important to pay attention to communication because we can mishear something we
thought was said or others may misspeak. We could be tempted to believe the
unbelievable at some point, so before reaching any important decision make sure
you get the facts straight.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-Venus leaves conservative Capricorn
(I wrote about last month) for Aquarius February 16<sup>th</sup>- March 11<sup>th</sup>.
<span style="background: white; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">While Venus was in
Capricorn the energies was focused on practical responsibilities concerning
love, work and money, and Capricorn is not a light hearted sign. Venus in
Aquarius is unpredictable if not changeable as Aquarius is ruled by both Saturn
and Uranus, the planet of unexpected change. Aquarius is a fixed Air sign so
energy moves more slowly and can be resistant to change. Air signs bring a
logical and detached approach to matters and operate from this basis rather
than an emotional one. Aquarius is steadfast in terms of protecting individuality
and does not change to follow trends, fads or the latest rage unless it is
convinced this presents a better opportunity for all.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Freedom is all important to Venus Aquarius. You may not want to be
confined or feel too tied down and may be more open to unusual friendships and
hanging out with people who are different from your usual social circle. You
will be interested in ideas outside the box, forming your own opinions, and
more interested in making new friendships with unusual people.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-Mars enters Aquarius February 16<sup>th</sup>-March 22<sup>nd</sup>.
Mars joins Venus in the sign of the water-bearer. </span><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mars
is called the ‘God of War’ in astrology. This is because Mars rules our anger and
how we take action, sex, our energy levels and men. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 5.9pt;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">While Mars in
Capricorn was focused on practical responsibilities and work, Aquarius energy
is far different. Mars in Capricorn is considered ‘exalted,’ which
means its energy can be harnessed and focused in a slow steady approach toward
a goal, even if it means playing the long game because Capricorn has plenty of
patience and commitment to get there.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 5.9pt;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Mars in Aquarius
action is more unpredictable if not changeable as Aquarius is ruled by both
Saturn and Uranus, the planet of unexpected change. During Mars cycle in
Aquarius we can expect unexpected change sometimes that seems out of the blue.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 5.9pt;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Aquarius is a
fixed Air sign. With fixed signs energy moves more slowly and can be resistant
to change. Air signs bring a logical and detached approach to matters and
operate from this basis rather than an emotional one. Aquarius is steadfast in
terms of protecting individuality in the face of change. This sign does not
change to follow trends, fads or the latest rage unless it is convinced this
presents a better opportunity for all.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 5.9pt;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Aquarius is considered
the sign representing humanity and the collective. Aquarius concerns are
typically global or their interest lies in terms of the larger betterment of
all as opposed to certain people or groups. Many politicians are born with the
Sun in Aquarius including Abraham Lincoln.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 5.9pt;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Mars-Aquarius
does not like to be out of sync with others, especially those in his or her own
groups. When a kindred spirit is found this sign can be the most social of all.
If ideas clash too often Aquarius may seek out other groups they feel a greater
connection to.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-Venus and Mars together in Aquarius does not occur every year or often.
This year the two planets of love will dance together from February 16-March 11<sup>th</sup>.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">When Mars and Venus are in the same sign this increases the opportunities
for some of the signs to meet someone new. In this case, those most likely to meet
a new love are Aquarius and Libra, or those with Aquarius or Libra ascendants. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">You could be affected by this in a positive way if you are an Air or fire
sign, Libra and Aquarius in particular, or those who have significant planets
in this sign.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-February’s New Moon falls at 20 degrees of Aquarius on February 9<sup>th</sup>
and this is considered a Supermoon. Supermoons are connected with significant
weather or earth related events such as earthquakes or tsunamis. A Supermoon
appears much closer to the Earth. I have studied Supermoons over the years and
from my personal observations the energy seems stronger, and larger events seem
to occur especially connected with natural disasters. Aquarius-Uranus has been
associated with significant water related weather conditions, so I would not be
surprised if we don’t see events like this on or close to this New Moon.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> Aquarius is ruled by both Saturn and
Uranus, the planet of unexpected events and change and the moon squares Uranus
making it very unpredictable and changeable. Aquarius rules the 11<sup>th</sup>
house of the collective and is tied into things that can affect us all on some
level. Aquarius is associated with electronics, the internet, aircraft,
technology, brilliance and innovation as well as explosive circumstances and at
times explosions.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The Sun also squares Uranus which can lead to sudden and unexpected
change or unanticipated events. W can look for this day or the days surrounding
it to be significant on the world stage.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">On a personal level we can use this energy for innovation and changes of
direction. Uranus is about personal freedom, so in some cases change will be in
order in terms of relationships, jobs or anything else that has outlived its
purpose. Of course, we will not all experience change this dramatic. The
Moon-Uranus energy can be restless, unpredictable, nervous energy or even seem
exciting to some.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-February’s Full Moon falls at 5 degrees of Virgo February 24th and Virgo
is the sign associated with work and health. Now will be the time to focus or
visit the Dr. relating to any health issue that has come up. Virgo is ruled by
Mercury, the planet of communication so communicating with others will be
important at this time.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">This Moon opposes Saturn which can be tiring draining energy. Saturn can
cause blocks and delays so if this occurs give the energy a few days to pass
and try again.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mars is still conjunct Venus and sparks can fly on several levels with
this aspect. There can be trouble
between the sexes or alternatively it can be an exciting time or you could meet
someone new. If this is the case give the relationship time to determine if it
goes beyond a physical attraction.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Other transits of significance:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Note: These transits peak on the days mentioned but the energy typically
begins before the transit is exact and for a few days after.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">February 5<sup>th</sup>, Mercury conjuncts Pluto. This is argument and
accident prone and it often deals with propaganda and heavy thinking. You may
find it hard to let go of certain thoughts today because Pluto is obsessive in
nature.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">February 13-14 Mars conjuncts Pluto. So sorry, Valentine’s Day may not be
great for everyone. Mars-Pluto combinations are associated with anger,
obsessive thought and issues that can come up from the depths of the
subconscious mind. This will have a greater affect if you have fixed planets-Taurus,
Leo, Scorpio or Aquarius at 0-1 degrees. Expect this and the surrounding days
to bring major events on the world stage. Mars/Pluto in Aquarius is associated
with explosive incidents, explosions, Aircraft and war or war like situations.
This will be the most volatile part of the month.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">February 16<sup>th</sup>, Mercury squares Uranus. Be careful on the road
as this is accident prone. It typically relates to changeability and unexpected
communication.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">February 17<sup>th</sup> Venus conjuncts Pluto. This is prone to money and
relationship problems. This is an intense aspect when it comes to relationships
and can be prone to strong feelings, jealousy or deep rooted issues that
surface in relationships. You could also find yourself dwelling on negative
past experiences in relationships.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">February 21<sup>st</sup>, Venus conjuncts Mars and sparks will fly. This
is a double edged sword because on one hand this can indicate issues between
the sexes and on the other hand this is a day that could end up being exciting
when it comes to relationships, or you could meet someone new. It can also be
connected with buying and overspending.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">February 24<sup>th</sup>, Venus squares Jupiter. This is typically a
pleasant day but you may not feel extremely driven. A good transit for
relaxing, going out and catching up with friends and loved ones, or any social
activity<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">February 27<sup>th</sup>, Mars squares Jupiter. This is generally
pleasant and many things can come together. Some things can get blown out of
proportion and you shouldn’t underestimate the amount of time and work things
will take if you commit to something new.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">February 28<sup>th</sup>, Mercury and the Sun conjunct Saturn. Expect
this to be a tiring if not somewhat negative day. Sun-Saturn aspects are<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p>
</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><p></p>Leslie Halehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16527020713876450557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5205795449275397760.post-71477646889762433562024-01-17T13:37:00.000-08:002024-01-17T13:37:50.112-08:00A game changer this week! Pluto into Aquarius and the Full Moon<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqkcMCox41vIUs9WXGcj5yJtp4bTruLHNBajjcQeeP9RKOY1EXbM_elBRsT_-_2a3-qmTToCrPrYwqFnPJnJl7s1IK7B53BEHR0WyelGgjj_ajyLUcG7yW1biiTtO6oW_jxCWvE6pr9fTX5jzMk8MzcgvZu2mLh4qCqZtKFiWf0fyBUqd7ksNPb9HQjho/s1000/darkforest.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="650" data-original-width="1000" height="208" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqkcMCox41vIUs9WXGcj5yJtp4bTruLHNBajjcQeeP9RKOY1EXbM_elBRsT_-_2a3-qmTToCrPrYwqFnPJnJl7s1IK7B53BEHR0WyelGgjj_ajyLUcG7yW1biiTtO6oW_jxCWvE6pr9fTX5jzMk8MzcgvZu2mLh4qCqZtKFiWf0fyBUqd7ksNPb9HQjho/s320/darkforest.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><span style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">The 0 degree of any planet is known as the ‘world point,’ meaning events occur that we are interested in on a global as well as personal basis. When Pluto changes signs we typically see many events, especially on the world stage begin to shift and change; often in sudden and dramatic ways as soon as the planet enters the sign. Pluto enters Aquarius January 20th at 0 degrees.</span><br style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;" /><p></p><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">If you have a fixed planet (Taurus, Leo, Scorpio or Aquarius) in your chart at 0-3 degrees you will be affected to a greater degree than others, depending on what else if anything Pluto is aspecting. This will strongly affect those born April 19-23, July 22-26, October 23-27<span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 12px; line-height: 0; position: relative; top: -0.5em; vertical-align: baseline;">th</span> and January 20-24. If any of these dates represent your birth date you can expect significant changes throughout the year and possibly over the several days before and after the Sun and Pluto enter Aquarius.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">If you are a Taurus born on those dates you could experience major career change. Leo can experience major change in marriage or partnerships. Scorpio will experience change in terms of home/family and Aquarius will experience major personal changes and a change of direction in all likelihood.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Before Pluto enters Aquarius it will conjunct the Sun in Capricorn January 19th, and this will be the final Sun/Pluto conjunction in Capricorn of our lifetimes. Expect to see and/or experience power struggles. Capricorn is a sign associated with Saturn, the planet of limitations and karma.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">When Pluto enters Aquarius January 20th, it is conjunct the Sun in Aquarius as well. This makes the entrance of this most powerful planet even more significant especially on the world stage. The Sun in mundane astrology rules leaders, rulers of countries and Presidents. Rest assured we will see significant power struggles and clashes around this time and you may have to work to avoid clashes with others.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Since Pluto entered Aquarius for the first time late March-early June of 2023 if you were born on the above dates, you should have an idea of what to expect based on what happened earlier in 2023.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;">Full Moon in Leo January 25th</b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">January’s full Moon falls at 5 degrees of Leo. This opposes the Sun/Pluto conjunction in Aquarius, while it also squares Jupiter creating a t-square which pulls in the energies of all planets involved. The Moon’s exact opposition to Pluto occurs January 24<span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 12px; line-height: 0; position: relative; top: -0.5em; vertical-align: baseline;">th</span> at 11:53PM, EST, so we can expect this to be a stressful moment, or number of days.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">The combination of Pluto, Jupiter and the Moon can be an explosive mix that could erupt and explode without warning, especially on the world stage, but in our lives as well.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Moon-Pluto transits tend to bring up deep seated issues from the past and can reveal information concerning money, sex or relationships that can seem obsessive in nature.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">With Pluto’s recent entrance into Aquarius look for this Moon to concern certain global events that could include bragging, grandstanding, propaganda and toxic politics and unexpected events. This will not be a light time.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">This Moon looks significant in the chart of Joe Biden, Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskky to name only a few in the news.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;">The role of Pluto</b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">In astrology, Pluto rules the collective and is very significant in terms of world events and changes, although it is also significant for us on a personal level depending on what it is aspecting in your personal chart.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Pluto destroys and tears down to rebuild. It is supposed to rebuild in a stronger way, although it may not seem like this at the time if you are experiencing a hard Pluto transit in your chart. When a Pluto aspect occurs-positive or negative-it is going to change something, ready or not.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;">Pluto enters each sign with a bang</b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">When Pluto entered Sagittarius in early 1995, we soon lived through the Oklahoma City bombing just a few months later, along with the assassination of Yitzhak Rabin and an end to US President Bill Clinton’s efforts to bring about peace between Israel and the Palestinians. It is ironic this issue has resurfaced at this time again, and hopefully Pluto in Aquarius will bring about a solution. The eyes of the world are on the Middle East and it’s hard to know what Pluto will do. Time will tell.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">When Pluto entered Scorpio November 6, 1983 a bomb exploded the next day in the Senate Wing of the Capitol, apparently in retaliation of the US’s invasion of Grenada. 1983-84 also saw the rise of AIDS deaths in the US and around the world. This was a significant cycle and changed sex and relationships among other things with the advent of AIDS.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;">The sign Aquarius</b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Aquarius is the sign of the collective and the natural ruler of the 11<span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 12px; line-height: 0; position: relative; top: -0.5em; vertical-align: baseline;">th</span> house which also rules the collective. On an individual level we may be drawn to certain groups, organizations or philosophies that become important. The downside of this is that we can become too attached to our own ‘groups’ and ideas and fail to acknowledge that others can have good ideas as well, whether in a political or some other sense.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Since Aquarius is co-ruled by Uranus technologies will certainly boom, and we can already see the beginning of this with AI. Personally, I think this represents the future along with many ideas we may not even be able to conceive of at the present. 20 years before the internet boomed few individuals could foresee that it would change the world and society as we know it.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">While Aquarius is a sign associated with war, it is also the most Democratic of signs. Democracy will become more important around the globe as ‘the people’ will rise up against authoritarian type rulers and governments during these years. Let us not forget the last time Pluto was in Aquarius the world saw both the American and French revolutions.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"> </span>While the true ‘Age of Aquarius’ timeline is somewhat elusive and mysterious, with the entrance of Pluto into Aquarius we will certainly feel this is the “Age of Aquarius,” and will be influenced by Aquarian themes such as;</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">-unexpected and explosive events</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">-new discoveries and understandings</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">-new technologies such as AI, but many more along with medicine</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">-uprisings around the globe associated with restrictions people no longer accept.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">-aircraft/spacecraft and new technologies. Have you noticed how the US government has finally admitted they don’t know what UFO’s are. This is only the beginning and if there is ever a time we will discover more it is in these next 20 years with Pluto in Aquarius.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">-stronger friendships with a greater emphasis on friends</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">-Major changes in robotics and potentially human like robots<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">-<b style="box-sizing: border-box;"> Some of the events that occurred when Pluto was in Aquarius 1777-1798</b></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">-<span style="box-sizing: border-box;"> Vermont became the first colony to ban slavery (1777) and the Vermont legislature moved to provide full voting rights to African American men.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">--The American Revolution was being fought</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">-France entered the Revolutionary War</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">-The French Revolution occurred</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">-US drafts the dollar</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">-George Washington became first US President</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">-US Constitution drafted and signed</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;">Pluto in Capricorn</b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">When Pluto entered Capricorn January of 2008, it was followed by the US banking crisis, the harbinger of what was called ‘The Great Recession.” Many lost their life savings and the globe was thrown into financial chaos.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">While Pluto in Capricorn has been about big business, patriarchy and plutocrats, Aquarius will be the opposite in the long run. While we have seen the rise of right wing extremism around the world, we will see the rise of the people and the desires of the majority as opposed to being governed by the few or a minority. None of this will happen overnight however, and it is important to remember that Rome wasn’t built in a day and the problems of the world won’t be all solved with this transit of Pluto. We are constantly a work in progress and will remain this way.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><b style="box-sizing: border-box;">Pluto’s last dance in Capricorn</b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">When Pluto makes its final swing through Capricorn at the end of 2024 it remains at 29 degrees. The 29<span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 12px; line-height: 0; position: relative; top: -0.5em; vertical-align: baseline;">th</span> degree is considered a critical degree, when we feel as though there is only a short time to make corrections.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Capricorn is the sign ruled by Saturn and Saturn is seldom easy. Very little has been easy in the world since Pluto’s entrance into Capricorn although there are always those who will prosper depending on what the planets are aspecting in their or your personal chart. The 29<span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 12px; line-height: 0; position: relative; top: -0.5em; vertical-align: baseline;">th</span> degree of any planet is considered the anaretic degree which means we feel there is only a short time to accomplish something. This is a critical and dangerous degree in the world as we have recently seen with all of the news.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">If you are a Cardinal sign born in the last several degrees of that sign (Cancer, Libra, Aries or Capricorn) you will feel this energy more acutely at the end of this year, just as you have in December of 2023 and most of January 2024.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">When Pluto finally re-enters Aquarius for the 3<span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 12px; line-height: 0; position: relative; top: -0.5em; vertical-align: baseline;">rd</span> time November 20<span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 12px; line-height: 0; position: relative; top: -0.5em; vertical-align: baseline;">th</span>, 2024 it will remain in this sign for 20 years. While it is not the focus of this newsletter, in 2025 Saturn, Uranus and Neptune will change signs as well, taking humanity to a different place altogether. I will end by saying it appears to be a re-start for humanity in a very positive manner.</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">‘We are stardust</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">We are golden</span><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">And we've got to get ourselves</span><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Back to the garden’</span></span></p>Leslie Halehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16527020713876450557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5205795449275397760.post-69849615089684359412024-01-11T10:34:00.000-08:002024-01-11T10:34:01.750-08:00New Moon; Let's get it done!<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgBS2yqZm1DZcFWYx9GiYdBHAgx8U_GK6J8_FgNTirqG_1i-nhH1nVsG8jaJeA6zMXb6Fgp6dQsqSQi0P2B8f8y2btMWfjdfGzd1VafoOf16V-AQkLv75wUWgZz6nM002cu1a_VAY5K29dsQxaMp789MetXm8ge1rBLIxqm_39jjshj5dQfwl19WF6qhU/s600/new-moon.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="428" data-original-width="600" height="228" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgBS2yqZm1DZcFWYx9GiYdBHAgx8U_GK6J8_FgNTirqG_1i-nhH1nVsG8jaJeA6zMXb6Fgp6dQsqSQi0P2B8f8y2btMWfjdfGzd1VafoOf16V-AQkLv75wUWgZz6nM002cu1a_VAY5K29dsQxaMp789MetXm8ge1rBLIxqm_39jjshj5dQfwl19WF6qhU/s320/new-moon.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The New Moon peaked early this
morning at 20 degrees of. Capricorn which rules the 10<sup>th</sup> house
of business and career. Now is the time to get things done that have been
hanging over your head. Capricorn is a practical sign that deals with
responsibilities.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The energy of a New Moon lasts until
the Full Moon which will occur on January 25<sup>th</sup> in Leo.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">This Moon trines Uranus which can be
an opportunity to look at things in a new light or come up with creative change
in some form. It also sextiles Neptune which is associated with compassion and
creativity. Dreams may be vivid.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">It conjuncts Pluto but with a very
wide orb which means the energy is not as strong as it could be since it is not
conjunct. Moon-Pluto aspects can relate to emotional issues, issues with women
or family members. At times new information is revealed.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Moon-Pluto is the final aspect this
Moon makes late in the evening before midnight, EDT. It enters Aquarius at
10:01PM, EDT and the energy will change once again.<o:p></o:p></span></p><br /><p></p>Leslie Halehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16527020713876450557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5205795449275397760.post-83742404861926460882023-12-31T07:16:00.000-08:002024-01-08T08:55:56.163-08:00January 2024; Pluto enters Aquarius!<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgba6PJCThdbfSOrf9UiMFA9w-or4jKpMLTTeYdmMyV3IAWGMJ3LKli8Wc3LPEv7t9EFY6ahvDz5nKUslpFS2v-FvGmevNkl17zTQT0ijfcjmAhuD2zhURDJNFfPHxC2NIOmVFl3jQdjuupZu7ziekJklBBb4G3-zBK_cMiGllfR_a3X6T-zeNgJNL7yoY/s2560/winter2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1920" data-original-width="2560" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgba6PJCThdbfSOrf9UiMFA9w-or4jKpMLTTeYdmMyV3IAWGMJ3LKli8Wc3LPEv7t9EFY6ahvDz5nKUslpFS2v-FvGmevNkl17zTQT0ijfcjmAhuD2zhURDJNFfPHxC2NIOmVFl3jQdjuupZu7ziekJklBBb4G3-zBK_cMiGllfR_a3X6T-zeNgJNL7yoY/s320/winter2.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">2024 has finally arrived..Happy New
Year!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There are many changes in January
but none more important than Pluto moving from Capricorn into Aquarius, so the
bulk of this newsletter will be devoted to this major event that will change
our lives and change the world in major ways!<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">During January and every other month
this year we are floating in a sea of Neptunian energy with both Saturn, the
planet of structure and Neptune, the planet of illusions and dreams are both in
Pisces. The end result of this is a year of confusion for many that is no
different than things have been since March of 2023 when Saturn first entered
Pisces. Is it real or are we just being gas lit? <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This will be the lingering question in 2024.
On the other hand, this may be a very creative year for those inclined in this
direction and there is no telling the fabulous art and spiritual knowledge we
can gain in 2024. Note- Saturn and Neptune in Pisces will be conjunct, or
together January of 2026 and this will be another pivotal time and the Peak of
all of the Neptunian energy.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">January 1<sup>st</sup>, Mercury turns
direct at 22 degrees of Capricorn. While this is good news, remember it is <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">stationary direct</i> from January 1st-January
5<sup>th</sup>, and this is frequently when things change direction once again
so I would not start any new projects until after this period.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mercury will remain in Sagittarius until
January 23<sup>rd</sup>, when it re-enters Capricorn once again and we can pick
up where we left off in early December.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mars enters Capricorn January 4<sup>th</sup>
and Venus joins Mars in Capricorn January 23<sup>rd</sup>. This duo will dance
together until February 13<sup>th</sup>. When Mars and Venus travel together
this presents unique opportunities for those looking to meet new people. If you
are a Capricorn, Taurus or especially Virgo you have a greater than normal
chance of meeting someone special at this time. Look at your chart and count
the houses from the ascendant to discover where Capricorn falls in your chart.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mars in Capricorn January 4<sup>th</sup>-February
13th<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; color: black; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mars in Capricorn is ruled by planet Saturn, called
the taskmaster by astrologers. Saturn is the planet of structure, restrictions
and hard work. It rules the 10<sup>th</sup> house of business and priorities
and it is here our interests will lie during Mars transit through Capricorn.
Mars is considered ‘exalted’ in this sign, which means the energy operates
smoothly and easily so we can accomplish a great deal more now than during
other times.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Capricorn is not a light hearted or
frivolous sign. Mars in this placement is concerned with achievement, finding
value in what we do, and stability.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Mars-Capricorn will enable us to harness the action oriented energy of
Mars and direct and focus it in a patient and strategic manner toward whatever
we want to accomplish.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Venus enters Capricorn January 23<sup>rd</sup>-February
16th<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Capricorn is ruled by Saturn, the
planet of structure, work and responsibility and this will set the tone with
our love interests as well as our values and the way we approach money matters
and work until March of next year. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Venus in Capricorn gives love and
social activities a more traditional, enduring and committed flavor. The focus
will shift from fun and good times (Sagittarius) to the more practical side of
love, which is of course necessary if there is to be a future together.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>For example, rather than spending on a 10 day
cruise with your significant other, you may decide to save for a home or
something else significant and lasting.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Love and friendships may take on a
more committed or serious tone during this period. Many will be looking for
ways to make our lives and loves more real in a tangible sense. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Venus in Capricorn is interested in
the practical side of love and romance. Our focus may shift to a more
traditional outlook and concerns with questions like where would we live and
how do we pay for it?<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><b>Sun-Pluto in Capricorn</b></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">January 19th, the Sun conjoins Pluto in the sky, only to move into Aquarius the next day. Sun-Pluto transits are harsh, especially if they hit your chart. Capricorn is a patriarchal and no nonsense sign sign and since 2008 we have seen the results. Look for this to be a stressful day in the world, and tomorrow, the Sun conjuncts Pluto in Aquarius which will be significant as well.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The Sun enters Aquarius January 20<sup>th</sup>-February
19<sup>th<o:p></o:p></sup></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">When the Sun leaves Capricorn for
Aquarius it is time to relax a little from the seriousness of Capricorn and
take the time to approach things in a more open minded and receptive manner.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Capricorn is a sign associated with work and
results while Aquarius is more about expanding our world, socializing and
interacting with others and looking into new ideas and ways of doing and approaching
things. Each sign has its purpose which shifts as the Sun changes signs.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Aquarius rules the 11<sup>th</sup>
house of the zodiac which is associated with groups, friendships and the
collective so it is here our interests will lie over the next month.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">While both Capricorn and Aquarius are
ruled by Saturn, the planet of structure and responsibility, Aquarius has a
co-ruler; Uranus. Uranus is the planet of unpredictability, changeability,
freedom and innovation. Uranus is known for its quirkiness and at times sudden
and unexpected change that can surprise and in some cases shock. Don’t be
surprised at the unexpected twists and turns that may occur over the next
month.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Uranus turns direct January 27<sup>th</sup><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Uranus is an erratic and unpredictable
planet in astrology that rules many things including electricity, aircraft,
technology, revolutions, innovations, inventions and freedom which can take
many forms. Each year Uranus retrogrades for about 5 months. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">When Uranus is retrograde </span><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">energies are more
bottled up, and the individual becomes aware of the need for change in whatever
area of the chart Uranus is transiting. When Uranus turns direct
those energies are often acted on either by design or at times it could seem
the changes are coming at you. Events involving Uranus often seem shocking, but
they are usually the inevitable result of a situation that is no longer working
and Uranus wakes us up to what is really occurring in our lives for better or
worse. While retrograde Uranus may seem ‘asleep,’ but as it turns direct we can
experience brilliant ideas and epiphanies or in some cases shocking change.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Typically
when Uranus changes direction we see significant world events occur.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">New Moon in Capricorn January 11<sup>th</sup><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">We are in the Capricorn season and
this is the companion New Moon. Capricorn rules the 10<sup>th</sup> house of
business and career. The New Moon peaks at 20 degrees.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">This Moon trines Uranus which can be
an opportunity to look at things in a new light. It also sextiles Uranus which
is associated with compassion and creativity. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">It conjuncts Pluto but with a very
wide orb which means the energy is not as strong as it could be. Moon-Pluto
aspects can relate to emotional issues, issues with women or family members. At
times new information is revealed.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Pluto enters Aquarius January 20<sup>th</sup>-September
3<sup>rd</sup><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The 0 degree of any planet is known as
the ‘world point,’ meaning events occur that we are interested in on a global
as well as personal basis. When Pluto changes signs we typically see many
events, especially on the world stage begin to shift and change; often in
sudden and dramatic ways as soon as the planet enters the sign.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">When Pluto enters Aquarius it is
conjunct the Sun in Aquarius as well. This makes the entrance of this most
powerful planet even more significant especially on the world stage. The Sun in
mundane astrology rules leaders, rulers of countries and Presidents.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">If you have a fixed planet (Taurus,
Leo, Scorpio or Aquarius) in your chart at 0-3 degrees you will be affected to
a greater degree than others, depending on what else if anything Pluto is
aspecting. This will strongly affect those born April 19-23, July 22-26, October
23-27<sup>th</sup> and January 20-24. If any of these dates represent your birth
date you can expect significant changes throughout the year and possibly over
the several days before and after the Sun and Pluto enter Aquarius. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">If you are a Taurus born on those
dates you could experience major career change. Leo can experience major change
in marriage or partnerships. Scorpio will experience change in terms of
home/family and Aquarius will experience major personal changes and a change of
direction in all likelihood.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Since
Pluto entered Aquarius for the first time late March-early June of 2023 if you
were born on the above dates, you should have an idea of what to expect based
on what happened earlier in 2023.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Full Moon in Leo January 25th<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">January’s full Moon falls at 5 degrees
of Leo. This opposes the Sun/Pluto conjunction in Aquarius, while it also
squares Jupiter creating a t-square which pulls in the energies of all planets
involved. The Moon’s exact opposition to Pluto occurs January 24<sup>th</sup>
at 11:53PM, EST, so we can expect this to be a stressful moment, or number of
days. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The combination of Pluto, Jupiter and
the Moon can be an explosive mix that could erupt and explode without warning,
especially on the world stage, but in our lives as well.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Moon-Pluto transits tend to bring up
deep seated issues from the past and can reveal information concerning money,
sex or relationships that can seem obsessive in nature.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">With Pluto’s recent entrance into
Aquarius look for this Moon to concern certain global events that could include
bragging, grandstanding, propaganda and toxic politics and unexpected events.
This will not be a light time.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">This Moon looks significant in the
chart of Joe Biden, Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskky to name only a few. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The role of Pluto<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">In astrology, Pluto rules the
collective and is very significant in terms of world events and changes,
although it is also significant for us on a personal level depending on what it
is aspecting in your personal chart. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Pluto destroys and tears down to rebuild.
It is supposed to rebuild in a stronger way, although it may not seem like this
at the time if you are experiencing a hard Pluto transit in your chart. When a
Pluto aspect occurs-positive or negative-it is going to change something, ready
or not. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Pluto enters each sign with a bang<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">When Pluto entered Sagittarius in
early 1995, we soon lived through the Oklahoma City bombing just a few months
later, along with the assassination of Yitzhak Rabin and an end to US President
Bill Clinton’s efforts to bring about peace between Israel and the
Palestinians. It is ironic this issue has resurfaced at this time again, and
hopefully Pluto in Aquarius will bring about a solution. The eyes of the world
are on the Middle East and it’s hard to know what Pluto will do. Time will
tell.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">When Pluto entered Scorpio November 6,
1983 a bomb exploded the next day in the Senate Wing of the Capitol, apparently
in retaliation of the US’s invasion of Grenada. 1983-84 also saw the rise of
AIDS deaths in the US and around the world. This was a significant cycle and
changed sex and relationships among other things with the advent of AIDS.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The sign Aquarius<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Aquarius is the sign of the collective
and the natural ruler of the 11<sup>th</sup> house which also rules the
collective. On an individual level we may be drawn to certain groups,
organizations or philosophies that become important. The downside of this is
that we can become too attached to our own ‘groups’ and ideas and fail to
acknowledge that others can have good ideas as well, whether in a political or
some other sense.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Since Aquarius is co-ruled by Uranus technologies
will certainly boom, and we can already see the beginning of this with AI.
Personally, I think this represents the future along with many ideas we may not
even be able to conceive of at the present. 20 years before the internet boomed
few individuals could foresee that it would change the world and society as we
know it.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">While Aquarius is a sign associated
with war, it is also the most Democratic of signs. Democracy will become more
important around the globe as ‘the people’ will rise up against authoritarian
type rulers and governments during these years. Let us not forget the last time
Pluto was in Aquarius the world saw both the American and French revolutions.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>While the true ‘Age of Aquarius’ timeline is
somewhat elusive and mysterious, with the entrance of Pluto into Aquarius we
will certainly feel this is the “Age of Aquarius,” and will be influenced by
Aquarian themes such as;<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-unexpected and explosive events<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-new discoveries and understandings<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-new technologies such as AI, but many
more along with medicine <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-uprisings around the globe associated
with restrictions people no longer accept.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-aircraft/spacecraft and new
technologies. Have you noticed how the US government has finally admitted they
don’t know what UFO’s are. This is only the beginning and if there is ever a
time we will discover more it is in these next 20 years with Pluto in Aquarius.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-stronger friendships with a greater
emphasis on friends<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">
Some of the events that occurred when Pluto was in Aquarius 1777-1798<o:p></o:p></b></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-<span style="background: white; color: black;"> Vermont became the first colony to ban slavery (1777) and the Vermont
legislature moved to provide full voting rights to African American men.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; color: black; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">--The
American Revolution was being fought<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; color: black; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-France
entered the Revolutionary War<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; color: black; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-The
French Revolution occurred<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; color: black; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-US
drafts the dollar<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; color: black; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-George
Washington became first US President <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; color: black; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-US
Constitution drafted and signed<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Pluto in Capricorn<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">When Pluto entered Capricorn January
of 2008, it was followed by the US banking crisis, the harbinger of what was
called ‘The Great Recession.” Many lost their life savings and the globe was
thrown into financial chaos.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">While Pluto in Capricorn has been
about big business, patriarchy and plutocrats, Aquarius will be the opposite in
the long run. While we have seen the rise of right wing extremism around the
world, we will see the rise of the people and the desires of the majority as
opposed to being governed by the few or a minority. None of this will happen
overnight however, and it is important to remember that Rome wasn’t built in a
day and the problems of the world won’t be all solved with this transit of
Pluto. We are constantly a work in progress and will remain this way.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Pluto’s last dance in Capricorn<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">When Pluto makes its final swing
through Capricorn at the end of 2024 it remains at 29 degrees. The 29<sup>th</sup>
degree is considered a critical degree, when we feel as though there is only a
short time to make corrections.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Capricorn is the sign ruled by Saturn
and Saturn is seldom easy. Very little has been easy in the world since Pluto’s
entrance into Capricorn although there are always those who will prosper
depending on what the planets are aspecting in their or your personal chart.
The 29<sup>th</sup> degree of any planet is considered the anaretic degree
which means we feel there is only a short time to accomplish something. This is
a critical and dangerous degree in the world as we have recently seen with all
of the news.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">If you are a Cardinal sign born in the
last several degrees of that sign (Cancer, Libra, Aries or Capricorn) you will
feel this energy more acutely at the end of this year, just as you have in
December of 2023 and most of January 2024.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">When Pluto finally re-enters Aquarius
for the 3<sup>rd</sup> time November 20<sup>th</sup>, 2024 it will remain in
this sign for 20 years. While it is not the focus of this newsletter, in 2025
Saturn, Uranus and Neptune will change signs as well, taking humanity to a
different place altogether. I will end by saying it appears to be a re-start
for humanity in a very positive manner.</span><span style="color: black; font-size: 9.5pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: black; font-size: 9.5pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><br />
</span><span style="background: rgb(239, 239, 239); color: black; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; float: none; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;">‘We are stardust</span></span><span style="color: black; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><br style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-size-adjust: 100%; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;" />
<span style="background: rgb(239, 239, 239);"><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; float: none; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;">We are golden</span></span><br style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-size-adjust: 100%; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;" />
<span style="background: rgb(239, 239, 239);"><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; float: none; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;">And we've got to get ourselves</span></span><br style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-size-adjust: 100%; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;" />
<span style="background: rgb(239, 239, 239);"><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; float: none; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;">Back to the garden</span>’</span></span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p><br /><p></p>Leslie Halehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16527020713876450557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5205795449275397760.post-69809311287709724122023-12-13T14:30:00.000-08:002023-12-13T14:30:59.447-08:00Mercury is retrograde!<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4HQdBsPcehMC4JtETfIC_UELTPwiItac4ENlrSe99EMk6LpXeIkj4DFVFvABW7gPv58RZhk_vY0G74OhB5OuxfZxPurNfYaCcWwcbA2wW7_UG1q2uNAIOyhlajMRH7XzznnRNGC_CEnsYqoJ70-jR2m0hTchdxdPIGrfjOuQjw9m0mjeQoOhdP5C8VBg/s935/mercury-planet-935-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="935" height="205" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4HQdBsPcehMC4JtETfIC_UELTPwiItac4ENlrSe99EMk6LpXeIkj4DFVFvABW7gPv58RZhk_vY0G74OhB5OuxfZxPurNfYaCcWwcbA2wW7_UG1q2uNAIOyhlajMRH7XzznnRNGC_CEnsYqoJ70-jR2m0hTchdxdPIGrfjOuQjw9m0mjeQoOhdP5C8VBg/s320/mercury-planet-935-1.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mercury turns ‘stationary retrograde’
in Capricorn December 13-15th<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">,</b> and
then begins its backward motion.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">While 'stationary
retrograde,' or even stationary direct, Mercury is at its most frustrating.
This is the point where glitches and changes often occur and it may even be
hard to think.</span><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Retrograde
Mercury is the planet that causes delays, glitches, breakdowns in computers and
equipment, relationships, slowdowns and brings hidden factors to the surface.
It is however part of a natural cycle, and this period is meant to recess, redo
and reconsider plans and situations in our lives.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Plans can be put
on hold, miscommunication can occur, relationships can end or change, and cars,
computers and other machinery can break down at the most inopportune moment. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">When planets
retrograde, their effects on humans are different than when in direct motion.
Thinking is deeper, situations often appear to go underground for a time, or
change altogether, and sometimes our focus shifts. Mercury retrograde is the
most talked about retrograde, because it is a fast moving planet that controls
our thinking, speech, travel, and cognitive skills.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">When Mercury
retrogrades, I always tell people, ‘Mercury retrograde is a wild card.”
Sometimes, relationships can be fixed and problems brought out into the open if
it is worth saving. Sometimes the karma of a relationship will play out as
retrograde cycles are karmic in nature.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Expect delays, changes of plans and try and
not have situations set in stone. In other words, prepare to be
flexible. Mercury retrograde is often a frustrating time to be looking
for a job. Don’t give up though, just keep plugging on and stay on top of
all communication. And make sure you are direct and to the point in your
communication with others. If you don’t understand what someone is
telling you, by all means ask for clarification. When Mercury is retrograde it
often reveals information we ned to know to move forward.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">It is important
to understand this process is nothing to fear although it can be
maddening.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>No is the time to re-access
and re-do, not start or buy new things.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>This is a natural cycle and more can be gained by going with the flow of
it, than by fighting it.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">As Mercury is in
Capricorn we will be concerned with the basics: business, security, work, home
and family, money.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><u><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Don't:
<o:p></o:p></span></u></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">-Get
married<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">-Buy
a new car<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">-Buy
expensive items or computers<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">-Paint
or re-decorate unless planned well in advance and there are no guarantees even
then<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">-Start
new businesses<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">-Sign
documents if it can be avoided<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">-Start
new ventures<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><u><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">DO<o:p></o:p></span></u></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">-reconnect
with those from the past<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">-Plan
and re-access<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">-reconsider
investments, job situations and moves, or anything else<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">-Clean
out closets or anything else<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">-reconsider
alternatives<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mercury re-enters Sagittarius<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">December 23<sup>rd</sup>, Mercury
re-enters the sign ruled by Jupiter where it will spend the rest of the
retrograde.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">When Mercury enters Sagittarius again we
will repeat the last part of the Mercury is Sagittarius cycle that occurred
November 26 -December 1. Does anything come to mind about this time, or has
something been left unfinished? If so, don’t be surprised if the same things
don’t re-occur as Mercury reenters Sagittarius.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mercury turns direct<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The planet of communication goes
direct January 2<sup>nd</sup> at 22 degrees of Sagittarius. Once again the
stationary direct phase is the most frustrating and things can change direction
once again.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Even though Mercury is
direct, the cycle really isn’t yet over. The stationary direct phase will last
from January 2-January 5<sup>th</sup>, and is often a significant time. After
the 5<sup>th</sup>, Mercury slowly returns to normal, but is not out of its
shadow period until January 20<sup>th</sup>, when once again things return to
normal.<o:p></o:p></span></p><br /><p></p>Leslie Halehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16527020713876450557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5205795449275397760.post-5299140626586425312023-12-11T11:11:00.000-08:002023-12-11T11:11:24.129-08:00The final New Moon of 2023 in Sagittarius<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdyR0Ycjjki_oEi1VsEbFeMzZkqA0PiwAO3AMvP5tf2DosI3zQiHRc8AZP_zbNEoJHlxBiMn-T3eGibJU0CGSD5kBdbaZQL7d7vsXGtKdoHfc4Ab-g1QdMDn5Vp8CDsFF29h2-0xq4hRU0MsanN486n6XMTIGAox1XjpDp58szui6DpCpgXWedBRrQQBc/s176/newmoon.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="176" data-original-width="162" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdyR0Ycjjki_oEi1VsEbFeMzZkqA0PiwAO3AMvP5tf2DosI3zQiHRc8AZP_zbNEoJHlxBiMn-T3eGibJU0CGSD5kBdbaZQL7d7vsXGtKdoHfc4Ab-g1QdMDn5Vp8CDsFF29h2-0xq4hRU0MsanN486n6XMTIGAox1XjpDp58szui6DpCpgXWedBRrQQBc/s1600/newmoon.jpg" width="162" /></a></div><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">This month’s New Moon falls at 20
degrees of Sagittarius and the lunar peak occurs on December 12<sup>th</sup> at
6:32PM, EST. Sagittarius is ruled by planet Jupiter and is the natural ruler of
the 9<sup>th</sup> house of travel, education, world view and foreign places
and people. We may hear news of courts and laws with this Moon since the 9<sup>th</sup>
house also rules the legal world and foreign people and places. Education may
be another issue in the news and at the time of this post the Presidents of
Harvard, MIT and the University of Pennsylvania are being called on by some to
resign over Anti-Semitism. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">As of late the New and Full moons
have been especially harsh and this one is no exception. The Moon squares
Neptune and opposes Mars.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The Moon’s square to Neptune leans
toward powerful dreams, intuitive experiences, compassion and confusion.
Neptune transits tend to confuse the issue, obscure the facts and in some cases
represent gaslighting. All in all, this is not a good few days to make
any important decision. Moon-Neptune aspects lean toward anxiety in individuals
who are prone to this as well as drug and alcohol issues if they are already
present. This Moon however, is not powerful enough to bring on issues like this
that don’t already exist. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Moon-Neptune aspects are often
associated with water related weather conditions like the tornadoes that swept
across Tennessee leaving devastation and death in its wake.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Neptune’s opposition to Mars can be
indicative of anger, frustration and upset especially among or toward women.
Blow ups can occur along with emotional upsets and conflicts. The best way to
handle this energy is to focus on the positive, and avoid situations and people
that can contribute to these types of emotions. Physical exercise can be
helpful at this time, and at times a transit like this signals busyness and
activity.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p>
<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">Since Mercury turns retrograde on the same day
as the New moon, events connected to the New moon may not play out immediately
but at some point before the Full Moon on December 27. </span></p>Leslie Halehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16527020713876450557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5205795449275397760.post-6298478394242832023-12-07T12:09:00.000-08:002023-12-07T15:56:05.274-08:002024 astrology; Pluto in Aquarius is the game changer!<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUj9xbNvLpq9Y_VyRg6Sd6b6CTgnaPf9MD5m12U4AqR2Uoq5M31qE-0KWvRx_I3FyOUCi5MESA7h9dmct7cbkbufKuXOl_bFJ8rjtOC3-Ir8syXehyPYrbDNMJ49r7rNUXRPCz6xaPdJMMdNahWX0ksruq6RuCFEuWz1dX8QyZ20cprCxwiNnCq7dunlQ/s1131/world2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="707" data-original-width="1131" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUj9xbNvLpq9Y_VyRg6Sd6b6CTgnaPf9MD5m12U4AqR2Uoq5M31qE-0KWvRx_I3FyOUCi5MESA7h9dmct7cbkbufKuXOl_bFJ8rjtOC3-Ir8syXehyPYrbDNMJ49r7rNUXRPCz6xaPdJMMdNahWX0ksruq6RuCFEuWz1dX8QyZ20cprCxwiNnCq7dunlQ/s320/world2.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The most significant transit of the
year and perhaps even the decade will be Pluto’s entrance into Aquarius on
January 21<sup>st</sup>. Pluto will remain here until September 2-November 19, 2024<sup> </sup>when it makes one final return to Capricorn for that 2 months period. Pluto
then re-enters Aquarius November 19<sup>th</sup>, and will remain in this sign
until January of 2044! Pluto in Aquarius will change the world as we know it.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Based on many things including the US
natal chart, I do not believe 2024 will be a year that is any less stressful
than 2023, I hate to say. Couple this with the fact that it is an election year,
even more so. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Pluto in Aquarius<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The 0 degree of any planet is known as
the ‘world point,’ meaning events occur that we are interested in on a global
as well as personal basis. When Pluto changes signs we typically see many
events, especially on the world stage begin to shift and change; often in
sudden and dramatic ways as soon as the planet enters the sign.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">If you have a fixed planet (Taurus,
Leo, Scorpio or Aquarius) in your chart at 0-3 degrees you will be affected to
a greater degree than others, depending on what Pluto is aspecting.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Fixed Sun signs this year will
experience a great deal of change this year if you were born;<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-April 19-23 Taurus<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-July 22-26 Leo<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-October 23-27<sup>th</sup> Scorpio<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-January 20-24<sup>th</sup> Aquarius<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">If you are a Taurus born on those
dates you could experience major career change. Leo can experience major change
in marriage or partnerships. Scorpio will experience change in terms of
home/family and Aquarius will experience major personal changes and a change of
direction in all likelihood.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Since
Pluto entered Aquarius for the first time late March-early June of 2023 if you
were born on the above dates, you should have an idea of what to expect based
on what happened earlier this year.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The role of Pluto<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">In astrology, Pluto rules the
collective and is very significant in terms of world events and changes,
although it is also significant for us on a personal level depending on what it
is aspecting in your personal chart. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Pluto destroys and tears down to
rebuild. It is supposed to rebuild in a stronger way, although it may not seem
like this at the time if you are experiencing a hard Pluto transit in your
chart. When a Pluto aspect occurs-positive or negative-it is going to change
something, ready or not. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">When Pluto entered Sagittarius in
early 1995, we soon lived through the Oklahoma City bombing just a few months
later, along with the assassination of Yitzhak Rabin and an end to US President
Bill Clinton’s efforts to bring about peace between Israel and the
Palestinians. It is ironic this issue has resurfaced at this time again, and
hopefully Pluto in Aquarius will bring about a solution. The eyes of the world
are on the Middle East and this alone can change the situation.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">When Pluto entered Scorpio November 6,
1983 a bomb exploded the next day in the Senate Wing of the Capitol, apparently
in retaliation of the US’s invasion of Grenada. 1983-84 also saw the rise of
AIDS deaths in the US and around the world. This was a significant cycle and
changed sex and relationships among other things with the advent of AIDS.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Aquarius is the sign of the collective
and the natural ruler of the 11<sup>th</sup> house which also rules the
collective. On an individual level we may be drawn to certain groups,
organizations or philosophies that become important. The downside of this is
that we can become too attached to our own ‘groups’ and ideas and fail to
acknowledge that others can have good ideas as well, whether in a political or
some other sense.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Since Aquarius is co-ruled by Uranus
technologies will certainly boom, and we can already see the beginning of this
with AI. Personally, I think this represents the future along with many ideas
we may not even be able to conceive of at the present. 20 years before the
internet boomed few individuals could foresee that it would change the world
and society as we know it.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">While Aquarius is a sign associated
with war, it is also the most Democratic of signs. Democracy will become more
important around the globe as ‘the people’ will rise up against authoritarian
type rulers and governments during these years. Let us not forget the last time
Pluto was in Aquarius the world saw both the American and French revolutions.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>While the true ‘Age of Aquarius’ timeline is
somewhat elusive and mysterious, with the entrance of Pluto into Aquarius we
will certainly feel this is the “Age of Aquarius,” and will be influenced by
Aquarian themes such as;<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-unexpected and explosive events<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-new discoveries and understandings<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-new technologies such as AI, but many
more along with medicine <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-uprisings around the globe associated
with restrictions people no longer accept.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-aircraft/spacecraft and new
technologies<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-stronger friendships with a greater
emphasis on friends<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">
Some of the events that occurred when Pluto was in Aquarius 1777-1798<o:p></o:p></b></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-<span style="background: white; color: black;"> Vermont became the first colony to ban slavery (1777) and the Vermont
legislature moved to provide full voting rights to African American men.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; color: black; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">--The
American Revolution was being fought<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; color: black; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-France
entered the Revolutionary War<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; color: black; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-The
French Revolution occurred<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; color: black; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-US
drafts the dollar<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; color: black; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-George
Washington became first US President <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; color: black; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-US
Constitution drafted and signed<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Pluto in Capricorn<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">When Pluto entered Capricorn January
of 2008, it was followed by the US banking crisis, the harbinger of what was
called ‘The Great Recession.” Many lost their life savings and the globe was
thrown into financial chaos.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">While Pluto in Capricorn has been
about big business, patriarchy and plutocrats, Aquarius will be the opposite in
the long run. While we have seen the rise of right wing extremism around the
world, we will see the rise of the people and the desires of the majority as
opposed to being governed by the few or a minority. None of this will happen
overnight however, and it is important to remember that Rome wasn’t built in a day
and the problems of the world won’t be all solved with this transit of Pluto.
We are constantly a work in progress.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Pluto’s last dance in Capricorn<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">When Pluto makes its final swing
through Capricorn at the end of 2024 it remains at 29 degrees. The 29<sup>th</sup>
degree is considered a critical degree, when we feel as though there is only a
short time to make corrections.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Capricorn is the sign ruled by Saturn
and Saturn is seldom easy. Very little has been easy in the world since Pluto’s
entrance into Capricorn although there are always those who will prosper
depending on what the planets are aspecting in their or your personal chart.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">If you are a Cardinal sign born in the
last several degrees of that sign (Cancer, Libra, Aries or Capricorn) you will
feel this energy more acutely at the end of this year.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Pluto’s entrance into Capricorn 2024<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">When Pluto enters Aquarius on January
21<sup>st</sup>, it will be followed by a full Moon in Leo January 25<sup>th</sup>.
Since the Moon will oppose Pluto and square Jupiter, we can expect to see major
events, even turmoil in the world around this time. Mars also conjuncts Mercury
which signifies arguments, fighting and accidents.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Pluto also squares Jupiter with a 6
degree orb. This transit is typically associated with terrorism. Look for
changes in the world, issues concerning love and children, and volatility at
this time.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The world has been a mess with Pluto
in the latter degrees of Capricorn in 2023; the war between Hamas and Israel,
the Ukraine-Russia was genocide in Africa, political turmoil in the US. I could
go on but will stop here. We will have one final pass of Pluto in Capricorn and
we can expect it to be intense.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Saturn in Pisces<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">2024 is the 2<sup>nd</sup> year Saturn
transits through Pisces as it began its cycle March of 2024 and retrograded all
the way back to 0 falls of 2024. This year it will transit from 3-19 degrees of
this sign.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Pisces Sun signs<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">If you are born under the sign Pisces,
then Saturn is in your sign until mid-February 2026 when it leaves for Aries.
The last time Saturn transited through Pisces was January 1994-April 1996. To
remember and relate as an adult to what Saturn did during its last transit
through this sign you would need to be at least 48 years old.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">When Saturn transits your sign and in
particular your Sun, it is a significant turning point in life most of the
time. Many things can change and happen during this time and in some respects
it acts as a re-set in some way. In a young person this can sometimes coincide
with things like starting college, entering the work force or other major
events.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">This is not necessarily the easiest
time in life but it is generally a significant time. For women, the Sun in your
chart rules men, in particular the boyfriend, husband or Father. There could be
changes in these areas, but it depends on where the Sun is in your personal
chart and other aspects that may be occurring.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">In a man’s chart the Sun rules the
Father as well, but again, what happens depends on where Saturn lies in the
chart.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">In either case, as Saturn moves away
from the Sun it can be akin to starting over in some way. This is not
necessarily negative. In some cases it may be, but if so things will change for
the better as Saturn begins to move away from the Sun.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Saturn will conjunct your Sun this
year if you were born between February 23<sup>rd</sup> and March 11<sup>th</sup>.
Otherwise, it will occur over the next 2 years.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Saturn in the US chart<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Saturn in Pisces will transit through
the US chart’s 3<sup>rd</sup> house. The 3<sup>rd</sup> house rules
neighborhoods and transit and is one of the houses concerning communication. It
rules roads, bridges, railways and public travel. It is one of the
communication houses and rules the Post office, internet and relations with
neighboring countries.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">It is a fact that US infrastructure is
crumbling which is what the “Inflation reduction Act’ of 2022 was originally
geared toward; infrastructure. At the time of this post 40,000 projects are
aimed at rebuilding America. Of course Saturn in the US 3<sup>rd</sup> house
won’t be limited to this, but it will be a part of it, and the time for
rebuilding is right.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Following are the aspects Saturn will
make in the US chart in 2024.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Saturn trines Venus and Jupiter</span></i><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-January 1-29<sup>th</sup>. These are positive
aspects. Saturn-Venus can deal with women’s issues, finance and issues
concerning those considered partners to the US. Saturn trine Jupiter could
relate to some type of bi-partisan legislation or agreements.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Saturn squares Uranus</span></i><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">- February 8-16<sup>th</sup>. This aspect is
prone toward unexpected events and is not necessarily positive. When this last
occurred May-July 2023, the US experienced numerous mass shootings, political
disagreements and infighting and turmoil over social issues, in particular
relating to legislation concerning gender identity, gender changes and abortion
issues.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Saturn trines the US Sun</span></b><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-march 25<sup>th</sup>-April4th and October 7<sup>th</sup>-December
24<sup>th</sup>. This is generally a positive and stabilizing aspect for the
country and the Sun represents the President who will be successful at this
time.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Saturn opposes Neptune and squares Mars</span></b><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-Saturn will not be exact in its opposition
this year but will fall within 4 degrees which will have an affect in June-July.
Mars rules the US 7<sup>th</sup> house of open enemies. The aspect will be
exact in 2025.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Saturn-Mars indicates police action
and anger and Saturn opposing Neptune can be a depressing transit. 30 years ago
when this occurred we saw the Oklahoma City bombing.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Jupiter conjuncts Uranus in Taurus; 2024 and 1941</span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">What happens when Jupiter and Uranus
meet up? Unpredictability of course, since this is what Uranus represents. Both
Jupiter and Uranus are in the sign of Taurus which rules money. This sign is
also connected with farming therefore food, land and agriculture, and Taurus is
ruled by Venus, the planet of love, beauty, values and women under 50. The peak
period of this transit is the last 8 days of April. Jupiter however, has an orb
of 10 degrees so we will be dealing with this influence from mid-February until
Jupiter moves into Gemini May 26<sup>th</sup>.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Jupiter conjunct Uranus almost
certainly has to do with money and finances which can go either way. Since
Venus deals with values and women it is likely we will also be dealing with
issues concerning women as well as our collective Values.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Every 14 years or so Jupiter catches
up with Uranus and this is not all bad. We could see major medical or
technological developments and we could see some colorful reboots such as
societal upheavals or cultural breakthroughs. We saw the first Moon landing on
Jupiter’s conjunction to Uranus in Libra and Uranus rules aircraft. More news
concerning the government’s information on UFO’s? Possibly.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">What happens in your life depends on
how this conjunction hits your chart. If Taurus is making a positive aspect
with planets in your chart you could have some unexpected opportunities or your
career could boom. If it is at a bad angle you could suffer some setbacks. If
you have planets in Cancer, Virgo, Capricorn or Pisces at 20-23 degrees, you
should see some unexpected gain. Fixed planets or Taurus, Leo, Scorpio and
Aquarius at the same degrees will have a more difficult time. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The last time Jupiter was conjunct
Uranus in Taurus was in 1941 which was a pivotal year in world history. That
year, it was a triple conjunction however that also involved Saturn, and Saturn
conjunct Uranus is an aspect of global upheaval. This time, Saturn is not in
the picture, thankfully.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">1941 was the year Pearl Harbor was
bombed on December 7<sup>th</sup>. This lead to the US’s entrance into WW11.
This year also saw Germany’s invasion into Russia and the US was in a still in
a recession that began in 1929.By the end of 1941 however, the US came out of Great
Depression after 12 years. The US sent a great deal of aid to our European
allies in 1941.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Since Taurus is ruled by Venus there
were gains for women that year. It was the year of Rosie the Riveter when women
in the US went to work in factory jobs to supplant the war effort because their
husbands were at war. There will surely be some benefits for the US as the
Jupiter-Uranus conjunction will trine Neptune in Virgo in the US chart. Uranus
however, is unpredictable and it may not all be positive.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Jupiter enters Gemini<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Jupiter<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>or the planet of gain and expansion leaves
Taurus for Gemini on May 25<sup>th</sup>, 2024-June 9<sup>th</sup>, 2025.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Gemini rules the 3<sup>rd</sup> house
of communication and its planetary ruler is Mercury, the planet of speech,
communication, learning and travel. In the chart it rules how we think, speak
and communicate within ourselves and with others.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The last time Jupiter transited Gemini
was June 2012-June 2013.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">When Jupiter transits our sign, once
every 12 years it is typically a positive year where we feel good and new
opportunities can present themselves, so this will be a good year for Gemini,
or anyone with Gemini planets, or planets aspected by Jupiter.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">This will also work well for Aries (3<sup>rd</sup>
house-communication), Leo (11<sup>th</sup> house-friends), Libra (9<sup>th</sup>
house education and travel), Sagittarius (7<sup>th</sup> house-partners) and
Aquarius (5<sup>th</sup> house-children, friends, love).<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Gemini is a mutable Air sign. Mutable
signs are changeable and Air signs like to take action. We will be more
interested in learning and will be more open minded and able to see all sides
of an argument.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">There will be a far stronger emphasis
on the intellect and will have a greater chance of seeing other perspectives.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">How Jupiter affects you depends on
where it is transiting through your chart and this is where you will find your
luck and joy.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Everyone will benefit in some way.
Following are the meanings of Jupiter through the houses. If you know your
ascendant use this, otherwise your Sun sign;<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Aries-3<sup>rd</sup> house of
communication and learning.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Taurus-2<sup>nd</sup> house of money
and income.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Gemini-1<sup>st</sup> house-expansion
of the self.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Cancer-12<sup>th</sup> house-Places of
seclusion and deep healing of the subconscious mind.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Leo-11<sup>th</sup> house of friends
and groups (organizations).<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Virgo-10<sup>th</sup> house of career<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Libra-9<sup>th</sup> house of travel
and education<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Scorpio-8<sup>th</sup> house of joint
finances and other people’s money.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Sagittarius-7<sup>th</sup> house of
partners.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Capricorn-6<sup>th</sup> house of work
and health<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Aquarius-5<sup>th</sup> house of love
and children.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Pisces-4<sup>th</sup> house of home
and family<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mercury retrogrades<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mercury retrogrades 3 or 4 times a
year. Typically retrogrades are in the same element; Air, Fire or Water. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The first full retrograde occurs in
the Fire sign of Aries April 2-25<sup>th</sup>. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The second retrograde falls in the
sign of Virgo on August 5<sup>th</sup>. While Virgo is not an Air sign, Mercury
will retrograde into Leo which is an Air sign and turn direct in Leo on August
28<sup>th</sup>.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The third retrograde of the year falls
in the sign of Sagittarius November 26-December 15<sup>th</sup>.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Most people are familiar with
retrograde Mercury. If you are not, it is a period when things can slow down,
information revealed, and meetings and new job hires tend to slow down among
many other things.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Things tend to break on retrograde Mercury
whether it is your car or coffee pot.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Retrograde Mercury is part of the
natural cycle where we are supposed to re-access what we are doing instead of
going full steam ahead. It is deeply tied to the past and people from the past
and is said to be karmic in nature.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mars retrogrades<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Every several years Mars, the planet
of actions turns retrograde and it does so in 2024 on December 7<sup>th</sup>-February
24<sup>th</sup>, 2025. Mars begins its retrograde in Leo and in January
retrogrades back into the sign of Cancer where it will turn direct.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The planet Mars rules our action, our
egos and men. It also rules passion and sex, our ability (or inability) to
assert ourselves, and how we pursue our goals. It is the planet that rules war
and police as well as guns and violence which is why astrologers refer to Mars
as “The God of War.” Mars placement and sign it occupies in your chart indicate
how you approach your objectives, take action and in a woman’s chart it shows
the kind of man she is attracted to (along with the Sun and Venus). Mars is
typically associated with men and Venus with women.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">When we have a difficult Mars transit
occurring by square or opposition especially, we typically suffer some type of
setback, agitation or anger. Mars transits can also indicate surgery or accidents
but typically this is not the case, as we will experience multiple Mars
transits each year. If a difficult Mars transit occurs along with another more
substantial transit it can play a role in major life changes or events, but
this does not happen every day! <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">When Mars turns retrograde it can
coincide with major events if it is aspecting your personal chart as well as
significant world events. People complain of low energy, tiredness, frustration
and anger. We often become more accident prone with retrograde Mars, and we may
reconsider many different situations.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Retrograde Mars can affect your love
life and is associated with our sex drive and how we approach this area of
life. Some may experience a low libido or even lack of interest in sex—or just
the opposite! <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Relationships can change
or end altogether with a retrograde Mars, but unless your relationship is in
trouble anyway, it is unlikely it will end. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Beginning a new relationship on a
retrograde Mars is questionable at best. Even if it seems as though things are
going beautifully, it could change when Mars turns direct. If you are single it
may be a good idea to take some time out for you.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Do the things you like, start a diet or
exercise program in preparation for when Mars does turn direct. Just take a
break from dating new people, or move forward at your own emotional risk.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mars rules metal and this includes
cars and knives. It is important to remember when the warrior planet turns
retrograde we need to exercise more caution in our day to day activities so we
don’t end up in the emergency clinic. Don’t take unnecessary risks on a
physical level or while driving. Mars also rules or stamina and if you seem
overly tired you may simply need more rest during this nine week period.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mars will make some significant
aspects but none as difficult as its opposition to Pluto that occurs twice;
November 5<sup>th</sup>-7<sup>th</sup> Mars at 0 degrees of Aquarius opposes
Pluto at 29 degrees of Capricorn and it will repeat itself January1st-6<sup>th</sup>,
2025 in Leo-Aquarius. Do these dates sound familiar? They should if you live in
the US since the first one represents the US Presidential election and the 2<sup>nd</sup>
date represents the certification of the US election on January 6<sup>th</sup>
and the proceeding days. Both dates will be volatile.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">January 6<sup>th</sup>, 2025. You will
be directly affected if you have fixed (Taurus, Leo, Scorpio or Aquarius at 0-3
degrees. This is a harsh transit prone to anger and upsets and will play out in
the world. I don’t look for the same problems we experienced in 2020 because I
believe security will be greatly increased according to what I read but it does
look volatile.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">2024 Eclipses</span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">We will experience 4 eclipses in 2024,
the most significant being the total solar eclipse on April 8<sup>th</sup>.
This eclipse has also been dubbed ‘The Great American Eclipse,’ just as the
last total eclipse on August 21<sup>st</sup>, 2017. The dates and signs for the
other eclipses are;<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">March 25<sup>th</sup>-Lunar eclipse at
5 degrees of Libra<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">April 8<sup>th</sup>-Solar eclipse at 19
degrees of Aries<o:p></o:p></span></i></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">September 18<sup>th</sup>-Lunar
eclipse at 25 degrees of Pisces<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">October 2<sup>nd</sup>-Solar eclipse
at 10 degrees of Libra<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The 2024 ‘Great American Eclipse’
eclipse falls in Aries, the planet ruled by Mars. Mars is our action and
represents the way we approach things.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Aries rules the 1<sup>st</sup> house or the self, and at this time we
will be focused on what we want and need versus others on both an individual
and global level. Mars/Aries can represent force and/or power on a global
level.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Aries is also the sign that represents
innovation so we may see new ideas and technologies that come to light around this
time or in the near future and in this respect it is a harbinger of hope.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mars conjuncts Saturn and this is
considered a malevolent combination. The peak of this aspect will occur a few
days later. On an individual level we may experience a certain amount of
frustration. At times this can represent temporary blocks to progress or a slow
burning type of anger.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Pluto is in Aquarius, the sign of the
people or the collective and it reflects changing world circumstances. This
represents a new beginning in many ways for humanity that will deal with
innovation and technology as well as the people making their voices heard.
Aquarius is a democratic sign. Pluto’s sextile to Venus may help transform
relationships and take them to a higher level if circumstances permit this.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The Sun and Moon are conjunct as they
are on every New Moon. This can amp up emotions for better or worse, especially
with those closest to us.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Ancient astrologers believed the
eclipse path showed where major events would occur. The 2017 Great American
eclipse in Leo cut the country in half. Never in our lifetimes have we seen the
US so divided.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This eclipse in Aries
will also cross the country cutting it in half once again.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The 2017 eclipse began on the West
coast, and this eclipse begins on the East Coast. The two paths cross and meet
up in Texas. Will the country continue to be divided like in 2017? Since this
is an election year, it seems the answer is yes.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The eclipse can be seen in totality
from the following cities;<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p style="background: white; margin-bottom: 20.75pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; margin: 0in 0in 20.75pt;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="color: black; font-size: 18pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mexico: Mazatlan, Durango, Ocampa, Palau, Piedras
Nigras<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; margin-bottom: 20.75pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; margin: 0in 0in 20.75pt; orphans: 2; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="color: black; font-size: 18pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">U.S.A.: Austin, Waco, Tyler, Dallas-Fort Worth, TX;
Hot Springs, LittleRock, Jonesboro, AR; Kennett, Poplar Bluff, Cape Girardeau,
MO; Paducah, KY; Sparta, Carbondale, IL; Bloomington, Indianapolis, IN; Dayton,
Akron, Cleveland, OH; Erie, PA; Niagara Falls, Rochester, Watertown, NY; St.
Albans, Burlington, VT; Jackman, Presque Isle, ME<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p align="center" style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in; orphans: 2; text-align: center; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="color: black; font-size: 18pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Canada: Kingston (ON); Montreal; Woodstock (NB);
Tignish (PEI); Meat Cove (NS); Codroy, Gander (NL)<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Your place is here and your time is
now.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Happy New Year and all the best to you
and your</span><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;">s! Leslie<o:p></o:p></span></p><br /><p></p>Leslie Halehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16527020713876450557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5205795449275397760.post-30813793881598958342023-11-29T10:50:00.000-08:002023-11-29T15:45:54.179-08:00December 2023 astrology!<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiM3PkxaKQFwJnEmPl85eaiXSdTuuu5u5g8GexbgGCfHff4SUvODRc7whpt4ESdL3ArWv2yAjJIzsRTV6zQ5__AjbR64N5zGiGFjCBw6iV4sw4qLh-YeEFhbXpKEBcgHgDOPhz21jaREhH5H6XOJ3iwwtCqpXg3EkpgJdp6ZWTeEH6p9cQ1hoziI_KCWKU/s300/christmastree.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="300" data-original-width="236" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiM3PkxaKQFwJnEmPl85eaiXSdTuuu5u5g8GexbgGCfHff4SUvODRc7whpt4ESdL3ArWv2yAjJIzsRTV6zQ5__AjbR64N5zGiGFjCBw6iV4sw4qLh-YeEFhbXpKEBcgHgDOPhz21jaREhH5H6XOJ3iwwtCqpXg3EkpgJdp6ZWTeEH6p9cQ1hoziI_KCWKU/s1600/christmastree.png" width="236" /></a></div><br /> <p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">During December the Sun transits
through Sagittarius and into Capricorn. Mercury enters Capricorn and turns retrograde
mid-month and Venus transits through 3 signs; Libra, Scorpio and Sagittarius.
Mars, the planet of actions remains in Sagittarius this month and at month’s
end the most beneficial planet turns direct! We will experience a new moon in Sagittarius
and a full moon in Cancer. Now, the details.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mercury enters Capricorn December 1<sup>st</sup><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mercury enters serious minded
Capricorn December 1<sup>st</sup>-February 5th, changing Mercurial energies
once again. While in Capricorn Mercury turns retrograde December 13<sup>th</sup>,
and will re-enter Sagittarius via its retrograde December 23-January 14<sup>th</sup>,
2024 and then re-enter Capricorn again on the same date, repeating the entire Capricorn
cycle once again after Mercury is direct.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mercury in Capricorn will bring us
down to earth in terms of our thinking, speaking and all communication. While
Mercury is in Sagittarius our planning and communication is big, grand and
bold. While Mercury is in Capricorn we can expect to be operating from a place
of being goal-oriented and much more grounded.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">While Mercury in Capricorn may not be
the most exciting of transits it can enable us to turn the ideas and plans we
have into practical reality (once it turns direct). There is a time to dream
big, and a time to be grounded and practical and now is the time to be a little
more conservative in our thinking and communications and see what benefits we
can actually reap as they may be more than you expect.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Capricorn rules business and leans
toward a goal of success through efficiency and hard work. With Mercury in this
sign our thoughts are clear and our communication is direct. Now is the time to
access your business and professional life and plan for the future. This
transit can help provide you focus on the practical nuts and bolts issues of
life and work. Results will matter most with Mercury placed in Capricorn.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">As Capricorn is ruled by Saturn which
is serious in nature we must use care not to become too serious, tiresome or
authoritative while Mercury is in this sign. At worse we can come across as
pessimistic and have a difficult time with taking leaps of faith as Capricorn
wants concrete results which are not always possible to predict.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mercury turns retrograde December 8<sup>th</sup>-January
2<sup>nd</sup>, 2024; the winter retrograde<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mercury turns stationary retrograde in
Capricorn December 13-15th<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">,</b> and then
begins its backward motion. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">While 'stationary
retrograde,' or even stationary direct, Mercury is at its most frustrating. This
is the point where glitches and changes often occur and it may even be hard to
think.</span><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Retrograde
Mercury is the planet that causes delays, glitches, breakdowns in computers and
equipment, relationships, slowdowns and brings hidden factors to the surface.
It is however part of a natural cycle, and this period is meant to recess, redo
and reconsider plans and situations in our lives.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Plans can be put
on hold, miscommunication can occur, relationships can end or change, and cars,
computers and other machinery can break down at the most inopportune moment. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">When planets
retrograde, their effects on humans are different than when in direct motion.
Thinking is deeper, situations often appear to go underground for a time, or
change altogether, and sometimes our focus shifts. Mercury retrograde is the
most talked about retrograde, because it is a fast moving planet that controls
our thinking, speech, travel, and cognitive skills.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">When Mercury
retrogrades, I always tell people, ‘Mercury retrograde is a wild card.”
Sometimes, relationships can be fixed and problems brought out into the open if
it is worth saving. Sometimes the karma of a relationship will play out as
retrograde cycles are karmic in nature.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Expect delays, changes of plans and try and
not have situations set in stone. In other words, prepare to be
flexible. Mercury retrograde is often a frustrating time to be looking
for a job. Don’t give up though, just keep plugging on and stay on top of
all communication. And make sure you are direct and to the point in your
communication with others. If you don’t understand what someone is
telling you, by all means ask for clarification.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">It is important
to understand this process is nothing to fear although it can be
maddening.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>No is the time to re-access
and re-do, not start or buy new things.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>This is a natural cycle and more can be gained by going with the flow of
it, than by fighting it.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">As Mercury is in
Capricorn we will be concerned with the basics: business, security, work, home
and family, money.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><u><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Don't:
<o:p></o:p></span></u></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">-Get
married<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">-Buy
a new car<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">-Buy
expensive items or computers<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">-Paint
or re-decorate unless planned well in advance and there are no guarantees even
then<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">-Start
new businesses<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">-Sign
documents if it can be avoided<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">-Start
new ventures<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><u><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">DO<o:p></o:p></span></u></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">-reconnect
with those from the past<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">-Plan
and re-access<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">-reconsider
investments, job situations and moves, or anything else<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">-Clean
out closets or anything else<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">-reconsider
alternatives<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mercury re-enters Sagittarius<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">December 23<sup>rd</sup>, Mercury
re-enters the sign ruled by Jupiter where it will spend the rest of the
retrograde.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">When Mercury enters Sagittarius again
on December 14<sup>th</sup> we will repeat the last part of the Mercury is
Sagittarius cycle that occurred November 26 -December 1. Does anything come to
mind about this time, or has something been left unfinished? If so, don’t be
surprised if the same things don’t re-occur as Mercury reenters Sagittarius.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mercury turns direct<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The planet of communication goes direct
January 2<sup>nd</sup> at 22 degrees of Sagittarius. Once again the stationary
direct phase is the most frustrating and things can change direction once
again.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Even though Mercury is direct,
the cycle really isn’t yet over. The stationary direct phase will last from
January 2-January 5<sup>th</sup>, and is often a significant time. After the 5<sup>th</sup>,
Mercury slowly returns to normal, but is not out of its shadow period until
January 20<sup>th</sup>, when once again things return to normal.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Venus enters Scorpio<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The planet of love, money and values
enters the sign Scorpio December 3<sup>rd</sup> and will remain in this sign
until December 29<sup>th</sup>.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">We are leaving behind </span><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Venus in Libra which is
'lighter,' and more harmonious, and Libra generally seeks balance and harmony
whereas Scorpio is more intense, and can be considered heavier or even
obsessive in nature at times. Love is a serious matter to those with Venus in
Scorpio, as is money, and Venus rules both along with our values.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">No
sign is better than another but a planet can be better placed where it operates
easily and more smoothly. Venus in Scorpio is considered ‘at its detriment,’ by
astrologers which means it doesn’t operate as easily as in does in other signs
and the energy can misbehave, so to speak, and so can we!<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Venus in the signs is a matter of love styles.
If you were born with a Venus in Scorpio your approach to love will be far
different from a Venus in Libra or Cancer or any other sign for that matter.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Venus
in Scorpio can attract others with their intensity and a willingness to make
commitments. Feelings run deep, but at times they can display jealousy or a
desire to dominate others.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Venus
in Scorpio can become so intense that at worst some could feel obsessively
entangled with someone they may not even know that well. Since Scorpio is water
sign feelings and emotions can seem overpowering and this can be difficult for
some, especially for Fire and Air signs.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Scorpio
is known as the sexiest of the twelve signs and for Scorpio sex is at the top
of the list. Scorpio is complex and craves intimacy like air but they are not
always open in terms of what they should tell or express to their lover.
Scorpio is secretive in nature and can be looking for power over his/her lover
or to use sex to manipulate those feelings. Venus in Scorpio will bring
intensity and passion to the bedroom. Scorpio considers sex personal, erotic
and necessary to emotional survival. Once burned, Venus in Scorpio never
forgets, and can spend years dwelling on someone they feel hurt by. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">On
the other hand Venus in this sign can be a magical and passionate time that you
never forget. Loyalty is important to Venus in Scorpio and it is typically
reciprocated. Scorpio can have a wonderful ability to heal and regenerate both
yourself and others.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Neptune turns direct<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Neptune turns direct December 6th
after it’s nearly 6 month retrograde in the sign Pisces. Neptune retrogrades
every year and while its retrograde is not dramatic like retrograde Mercury, it
nevertheless can have a profound impact, especially if it is making an aspect
in your personal chart.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Neptune </span><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">is the planet associated with
illusion, confusion and delusion, addictions, lies and deception,
self-deception, and the seamy side of life. It also rules religion,
spirituality, creativity, movies, the oceans, psychics and psychic abilities
and theatre to name only a few. Neptune is also associated with compassion and
can represent a desire to help others. It also represents what lies in our
subconscious mind, as well as the subconscious of the collective.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">As this powerful
planet turns direct confusion may increase for the time, and events may be
revealed for what they really are, especially if Neptune is aspecting other
planets in your chart in a harsh angle. Neptunian events have a tendency to
appear as surprising, but in actuality the basis of what gets revealed was
there all along, just hidden in a fog of confusion and obscured from
recognition. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Examples of this can
frequently show up relating to matters of the heart. For example, the person
you are interested in does not feel the same way, or is committed to someone
else, or involved with others all along and you are faced with the reality and
having to take off your rose colored glasses. We may feel the person we were
attracted to is our soul mate or a perfect partner which leads to
discouragement, depression and disenchantment. Often when Neptune retrogrades
we find out that our dreams were not based on reality and we can experience a
period of confusion.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Alternatively,
this could affect any aspect of your life depending on where transiting Neptune
is in your personal chart. Others may barely notice a change if Neptune is not
aspecting their personal charts. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">If Neptune is
making a positive aspect in your chart you may feel that you have achieved some
type of dream or things may appear or seem ideal for a time. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Spiritual and
creative issues are internalized when Neptune is retrograde and we may do a
great deal of inner work during this time. When Neptune turns direct we can
realize the benefit of our inner work. It could also become easier to present
any type of artistic and creative ventures to the outside world.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">As Neptune turns
direct matters concerning the disenfranchised in our society may come to light
and demand attention. The plight of the downtrodden will be taken more
seriously and more avenues to solving the problems could become available.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The New Moon in
Sagittarius<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">This month’s
New Moon falls at 20 degrees of Sagittarius and the lunar peak occurs on December
12<sup>th</sup> at 6:32PM, EST. Sagittarius is ruled by planet Jupiter and is
the natural ruler of the 9<sup>th</sup> house of travel, education, world view
and foreign places and people. Since the 9th house also rules courts we may expect to hear news of courts or laws at this time. Since Mercury turns retrograde on the same day,
events connected to the New moon may not play out immediately but at some point
before the Full Moon on December 27<sup>th</sup>.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">As of
late the New and Full moons have been especially harsh and this one is no
exception. The Moon squares Neptune and opposes Mars.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Neptune’s
opposition to Mars can be indicative of anger, frustration and upset especially
among or toward women. Blow ups can occur along with emotional upsets and
conflicts. The best way to handle this energy is to focus on the positive, and
avoid situations and people that can contribute to these types of emotions.
Physical exercise can be helpful at this time, and at times a transit like this
signals busyness and activity.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The
Moon’s square to Neptune leans toward powerful dreams, intuitive experiences,
compassion and confusion.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Neptune
transits tend to confuse the issue, obscure the facts and in some cases
represent gaslighting.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>All in all, this
is not a good few days to make any important decision. Moon-Neptune aspects
lean toward anxiety in individuals who are prone to this as well as drug and alcohol
issues if they are already present. This Moon however, is not powerful enough
to bring on issues like this that don’t already exist.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Moon-Neptune
aspects are often associated with water related weather conditions.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">December’s Full Moon in
Cancer<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">This month’s
full moon falls at 5 degrees of Cancer on December 26<sup>th</sup>. Cancer
rules the 4<sup>th</sup> house of the chart associated with home and family.
This Moon gains planetary support through its trine to Saturn and sextile to
Jupiter, the planet of gain and expansion. As with every full moon it opposes
the Sun, which amps up emotions.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The
more significant aspect during this full moon is Mercury’s square to Neptune,
and Mercury is retrograde. This aspect is prone to tiredness, confusion,
misinformation and even lies. Since Mercury is retrograde new information may
be revealed at this time that was previously unknown but there is no guarantee that
it is accurate.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">You
could experience vivid dreams or intuitive experiences. Question what you hear
at this time as this is a prime time for absorbing incorrect information. Be
careful driving as this aspect is accident prone since many people will find it
hard to focus with this aspect.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The Sun enters Capricorn;
Winter solstice December 21<sup>st</sup> at10:27PM, EST<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The
winter solstice marks the first official day of winter, and the Sun enters
Capricorn, the first Cardinal sign of winter which is the shortest day of the
year.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="background: white; color: #201f1e; font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Winter solstice is
seen as a significant time in many cultures and countries, and it marks the day
the Sun enters Capricorn and winter officially begins. The Sun will remain in
this sign until January 20th. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><span style="background: white; color: #201f1e; font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">During this time we will focus on
important matters, perhaps a little (or a lot) more serious than when the Sun
was in Sagittarius, which we have now left behind for another year. Capricorn
energy is more down to earth, focused and committed to accomplishment. After
all, Capricorn is known as the workaholic of the zodiac for a good reason.
Capricorn people are usually, stable, responsible, business oriented and driven
to achieve. Cappy is the natural ruler of the 10<sup>th</sup> house of work and
business. We can save the ethereal energies for the Pisces season in about 2
months because now it is time to focus on what we want to create for ourselves!
There is a time and season for everything, and Capricorn likes reaching for and
attaining goals in a tangible sense.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><span style="background: white; color: #201f1e; font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Expect to find yourself more
concerned with practical matters and success in the material world we all live
in. Of course this does not mean Capricorn can’t have fun, but it is usually
more restrained and work often comes first.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><span style="background: white; color: #201f1e; font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Capricorn is ruled by Saturn which
represents both privation as well as great wealth. Saturn is restrictive in
nature, so unless your ruling planet is Saturn (Capricorn and Aquarius) you may
feel more reserved under a Saturn transit, or at least like reigning things in
somewhat. On the other hand, Capricorn represents extreme wealth and is the
sign that rules big business.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><span style="background: white; color: #201f1e; font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Under Capricorn transits we get
down to the basics that allow personal achievement to occur. Now is the time to
figure out what you really need, as opposed to what you want. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>What is the most important; taking off for a 2
week cruise or saving to buy that house you have been dreaming of? Chances are the
house will win out during the Capricorn season.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><span style="background: white; color: #201f1e; font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Capricorn is an Earth sign along
with Taurus and Virgo. These are the signs that are considered reliable, stable
and connected to the physical/material world and all it encompasses. Saturn/Capricorn
rules land, buildings, marshes, the earth, teeth and bone structures. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It rules the knees, and Capricorn is known to
have trouble in this area. Capricorn also rules authority, work, and quality of
work and honors.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><span style="background: white; color: #201f1e; font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Capricorn isn’t just all about work
though; it is about dedication, success, knowledge and understanding of how
things can actually work, allowing us to get to where we really want to be.
Capricorn takes action which leads to concrete results so we may actually
manifest our dreams.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><span style="background: white; color: #201f1e; font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Famous Capricorns include Michelle Osama,
Diane Sawyer, Sissy Space, Denzel Washington, Seth Meyers, Lebrun James, and
Kate Middleton and Dolly Parton. These are people who reach for the stars and
get things done!<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><span style="background: white; color: #201f1e; font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">While Capricorn is about
dedication, mastery and achievement, there is also a sensual side as it is
tuned in to the Earth and the material world. Capricorn can be deeply attuned
to the body’s desires and mastery of those desires so Capricorn is not a
totally stodgy sign focused on all work and no play. Capricorn can enjoy life
like everyone else but part of their pleasure in life is connected to
achievement.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><span style="background: white; color: #201f1e; font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Celebrate the Capricorn season by
getting down to business and discovering just how you can actually accomplish
what you want in the material world. This is not limited to work or going to an
office building; maybe you want to climb Mt. Everest, do volunteer work or
explore another culture. Whatever the case the Capricorn season is a chance to
make your hopes and dreams come true irrespective of how wild they may seem. In
the end Capricorn is not really about work and toil, but mastery and success in
the tangible world, whatever your personal idea of success entails. Whatever
your dreams may be Capricorn can help you get there.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Venus enters Sagittarius<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Venus enters Sagittarius December 29th
where it will remain until January 23<sup>rd</sup>, 2024<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">This energy will be far different from
the Scorpio energy we have become used to over the last number of weeks. While
Scorpio is deep, intense and sometimes brooding, Sagittarius is lighter, more
adventuresome, buoyant and geared toward new experiences, trying new things and
living life to the fullest. This will of course work great for Sagittarius who
may look and feel their best during this time. It will also work well for the
other Fire signs; Aries and Leo.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Venus in Sagittarius has been known to
gallop away quickly if things get too heavy or serious, especially if a new
relationship is involved. Typically, Sagittarius can be the most restless of signs
and cannot stand to be bored! Venus-Sagittarius does not like confrontations or
discord and sometimes likes to wear rose colored glasses.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Venus in Sagittarius is associated
with freedom and experimentation as well as jovial and upbeat times. Serious minded
lovers may find this hard to take or those who a looking for a commitment. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Emotional drama does not typically go
over well with Venus in this sign. Sagittarius is about expanding your outlook
and definition of what pleases you. You may find yourself in a more idealistic
mode over the next few weeks and expect your lover to keep up. This may singe
the wing of the more sensitive types as can the typical Sagittarius blunt
honesty. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">During this transit of Venus you may
have to decide if you would rather be totally ‘honest’ in your most intimate
relationships and risk hurt feelings of others that may not be so easy to
repair in the future. Think about what you have to say before you say it as Sag
has a reputation of putting both feet in their mouth!<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Venus-Sagittarius is far less focused
than Venus-Scorpio. Sagittarius love begins with friendship and may seem more
like a universal type of love. Romantic adventures, truth and higher meaning
are the qualities that will take priority during our time with Venus in
Sagittarius.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Jupiter turns direct<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">This year the planetary Gods have
saved the best for last since Jupiter turns direct on December 31<sup>st</sup>.
Jupiter is the planet of gain and expansion and is the most significant planet
associated with money and finance; the other benefic being Venus. It turns
direct at 5 degrees of Taurus.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Many</span><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> things that have
been delayed will start to move forward again in the days to come. If you've
been planning a business, new project, or new anything it will be easier to get
started now. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">But, as Mercury
is still retrograde until January 2, it is not yet time to move forward with
new plans.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">While Jupiter is
retrograde we grow more in an inner way and when the 'great benefic' moves
forward the growth occurs in a more outward manner in the world. We can take
what we have learned and discovered now (or soon) and project it outward.<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">If Jupiter turns
direct on a personal planet in your chart this can be a positively significant
time, depending on what it is aspecting. Sometimes money can pick up as well,
or you can achieve something you want. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Jupiter or any
other planet that is stationary direct is very powerful so if this aspects a
planet in your chart at this degree, luck could be significant.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Jupiter will
remain in Taurus until May 25<sup>th</sup>, when it enters Gemini. This should be
a positive year for both Taurus and Gemini, barring some other negative
influences in the chart.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Other aspects of significance;<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">December 3<sup>rd</sup>,
Venus squares Pluto-This is a powerful aspect that can affect love, money and
personal or collective values. This aspect is powerful a few days before and
after it is exact. We should expect this to be a heavy news day and on an
individual level this can create chaos in relationships, money or anywhere else
this falls in the natal chart.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Love matters may
become obsessive or some relationships might end. Pluto has an obsessive
quality about it which can translate into jealousy or bring up deep seated emotions.
Pluto deals with sex and control so these may be issues that are front and
center. At times this can connect us with issues or others from the past.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">December 9<sup>th</sup>,
Venus conjuncts Jupiter-You may not feel very ambitious today as this aspect is
better geared toward relaxation and social activity. Things may become blown
out of proportion and this can include your diet!<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">December 16<sup>th</sup>,
the Sun squares Neptune-With any Neptune transit new information can be
revealed. This is prone toward compassion, creativity, confusion and lack of
clarity.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">December 20<sup>th</sup>, Venus
opposes Uranus-This will be a day with unexpected surprises and events. Don’t
cling to structure too much with this aspect as it will change something
unexpectedly. Typically, this can be an exciting time if you just roll with the
changes today.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">December 27<sup>th</sup>, Mercury
conjuncts Mars-This aspect is prone to irritation and arguments. Too much
togetherness over the holidays-it happens. Otherwise this is accident prone so
use caution and know this will pass within 24 hours. The Sun will trine Jupiter
which is positive and upbeat, so go with this energy.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">December 28<sup>th</sup>, Mars squares
Neptune-This is a tiring if not confusing transit. Gaslighting may be a common
theme at this time and Neptune always leans toward confusion. Neptune rules
water and gasses. Don’t be surprised to see news stories about same sex couples.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Happy holidays and best wishes to you
and yours!<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Happy New Year, and may 2024 be the best!<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>Leslie Halehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16527020713876450557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5205795449275397760.post-34548559555943172092023-11-02T14:48:00.002-07:002023-11-02T14:48:33.263-07:00November 3rd, Star of David in the sky<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjL9EZGvVrgQ_BCq6kY0lX7_dwqetYkdNrJAsom5LxbWfL_P6BmcKZMatFmmyvHPJfsxsjalclabBoBIIJbehRfSYIpFZil7Hv9Kgb8UFH6f6w4r8OedoHW6_kS9tJNtnxv_foMbaOW4wZyTIPJJ3q2IamiIvTMOFObnuN5eYeUYNL4xLwHvPakUUXLBxs/s639/starsparkle.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="425" data-original-width="639" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjL9EZGvVrgQ_BCq6kY0lX7_dwqetYkdNrJAsom5LxbWfL_P6BmcKZMatFmmyvHPJfsxsjalclabBoBIIJbehRfSYIpFZil7Hv9Kgb8UFH6f6w4r8OedoHW6_kS9tJNtnxv_foMbaOW4wZyTIPJJ3q2IamiIvTMOFObnuN5eYeUYNL4xLwHvPakUUXLBxs/s320/starsparkle.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><span style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">The Star of David, otherwise known as a grand sextile is a rare astrological formation that rarely occurs. The last time such a formation occurred to my knowledge was July 29, 2013.</span><p></p><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">To be born with this aspect in your chart is supposed to denote great luck. The six pointed star will incorporate the Moon in Cancer,<span style="box-sizing: border-box;"> </span>Uranus in Taurus, Neptune in Pisces, Pluto in Capricorn, Mercury in Scorpio and Venus in Virgo. These planets will be the closest to each other around 11; 50 AM, EDT.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">While there are many theories about what this rare configuration means, many astrologers lean toward some type of destiny.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Since Venus is part of the configuration we must look at the fact that Venus is now a morning star and has been since August.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">The Mesopotamias not only considered Venus the Goddess of love, the considered her a Goddess of War. The evening star manifestation was said to bring men and women to love, the morning manifestation was said to wake them up to go to war.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Let’s take a look at some events that occurred around the last time the Star of David appeared; this is a partial list of world events around this time</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">-demonstrations of 15 million in Egypt occurred calling for the removal of President Morsi <span style="box-sizing: border-box;"> </span>who was deposed in a military coup leading to widespread violence in the Middle east.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">-A high speed train wreck in Spain killed 79 people</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">-Another rail disaster occurred in Quebec on July 6<span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 12px; line-height: 0; position: relative; top: -0.5em; vertical-align: baseline;">th</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">- -More than 1400 people were killed in a chemical gas attack in Syria.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #444444; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 8.5px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">This configuration has the potential for great good, or great destruction. There is very little information that is published about this. You be the judge!</span></p>Leslie Halehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16527020713876450557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5205795449275397760.post-61533895429888737902023-10-27T15:22:00.002-07:002023-10-27T15:22:59.135-07:00November 2023 astrology<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhs0C0FtkAEy4uBabkoTJBGWe5qfskq70YHUtNiChfOEDtO6RiYC-4YUNuhi-QCzFuVkJk8Bnia_o-YI9dwIXrUZEfVKvicWZYccpT70qjxqP4RCUF_vAUaMaM6JVhLSn3Dnf7SV24YAPGldKobWAWK_Yuy9DgVvue23JD0iOJ-m3n7eS_jUfxNcCIXe7c/s800/northern-lights-aurora-sweden-oct2018-e1539711846428.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhs0C0FtkAEy4uBabkoTJBGWe5qfskq70YHUtNiChfOEDtO6RiYC-4YUNuhi-QCzFuVkJk8Bnia_o-YI9dwIXrUZEfVKvicWZYccpT70qjxqP4RCUF_vAUaMaM6JVhLSn3Dnf7SV24YAPGldKobWAWK_Yuy9DgVvue23JD0iOJ-m3n7eS_jUfxNcCIXe7c/s320/northern-lights-aurora-sweden-oct2018-e1539711846428.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The eclipse season is finally over,
although the energies of the powerful Taurus eclipse of October 28<sup>rd</sup>
will continue to play out for some time. I would love to say November looks
like a more stable month in the world, but it does not.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">In November both the Sun and Mercury
transit through Scorpio, then Sagittarius. Venus leaves Virgo for Libra where
it is considered exalted or at home and very powerful when it comes to love<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Saturn turns direct after its yearly 5
month retrograde. We experience an unusual New Moon in Scorpio and a full moon
in Gemini. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">November of course brings Thanksgiving
in the US. While it has been a tumultuous year for many we still have many
things to be thankful for. I wish you and yours a very happy Holiday season
this year.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Now, the details.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Saturn turns direct November 4 <o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Saturn entered Pisces March 6<sup>th</sup>
this year and got up to 6 degrees before turning retrograde on June 17<sup>th</sup>.
Since then it has retrograded all the way back to 0 degrees so we will
basically start from the beginning all over again. Saturn is in its stationary
direct period from November 4<sup>th</sup>-27<sup>th</sup> and during this time
it is very powerful especially if it is aspecting something in your personal
chart. If this is happening you can expect change, depending on what the aspect
is.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">While retrograde, Saturn slows down the normal rate of activity so better
methods can be developed and organized. Saturn rules the structures in our
lives and allows us to develop boundaries. During Saturn’s retrograde we can
pinpoint those parts of our life that seem to lack stability, and shore them
up.</span><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Wherever Saturn is located at birth in your personal chart is where you
need more work to avoid feeling limitation, but Saturn moves through each
section or house in your chart over a 30 year period. Saturn remains in each
sign about two and a half years. Saturn can represent a reality check in many
areas of our lives depending on what section of your chart it is currently
moving through.</span><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">As Saturn turns direct this can be good news on many fronts, especially
situations that have been stuck or in some way or unproductive<span style="mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">.</span> While Saturn was retrograde
many problems were internalized that were difficult to figure out. As Saturn
turns direct again, we should have resolved many of these internal issues and
begin to implement our new solutions. This will occur individually and globally
with a better sense of things that we need to focus on and where our own
personal boundaries lie.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">When Saturn or any outer planet turns
direct we typically see major changes in the world. Saturn’s direct motion this
year coincides with the October 28<sup>th</sup> eclipse in Taurus, so we should
see many things happening over the next few weeks. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Venus enters Libra November 8<sup>th</sup>-December
4th<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Venus is considered ‘at home’ in this
sign as opposed to being ‘at its fall’ in the sign Virgo which we are leaving
behind for another year. When Venus or any other planet is considered at home
in a sign it means the energy operates easily and smoothly in our lives, unless
another harsh aspect is interfering with it.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Venus in Libra seeks balance and
harmony, and typically manifests in relationships as compromise, fairness,
peace and love! Libra is always searching for balance. This doesn’t mean Libra
always has balance, but is always aiming for it.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">With Venus is in its ideal placement
relationships of all types may seem lighter, happier and people will be more
inclined to keep the peace rather than hashing out angry or deep seated issues.
We will feel a little more relationship oriented and there will be more focus
on finding a special partner if you don’t have one. If you are already
partnered you may spend more time with your loved one while working on
resolving any issue that may come to the forefront.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">If you were born with Venus in Libra,
by nature you seek an even flow and cooperation with others. Sometimes you
could have a problem making up your mind what to do next because of your
tendency to look at things from all perspectives. Equality between partners is
forefront on the minds of those with Venus in this sign after all; the sign of
Libra is represented by the scales of justice.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Venus in Libra are gentle people by
nature and repelled by abrasive behavior, drama and those who are frequently
argumentative. This is a time to look your best to impress and manners count as
well. If you are picking someone up for a first date a messy car will be a turn
off as well. Rude, abrasive or crude behavior will be a huge turn off for most
people with Venus in Libra as is aggressive or uncouth behavior.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Venus in Libra likes style and
attractiveness. Now is the time to improve your wardrobe, hairstyle or anything
else you feel is not up to par. Libra is drawn to beauty and attractiveness so
it could be hard to stay on a budget if you see something that grabs your eye!<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Venus in Libra is a Cardinal Air sign
which predisposes a logical nature, and Cardinal signs don’t slack off, they
are initiators. Being an Air sign, Libra likes conversation, intelligence and
those who can communicate their feelings and aren’t afraid to do so. Venus in
Libra is charming and romantic as all Libras are and likes situations that are
pleasing to the senses along with the intellect.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Libra can procrastinate more than
almost any other sign so sometimes they need a fire lit under them to make up
their mind and move forward. This is not because of laziness but rather a
tendency to find value in every point of view, and sometimes there are so many
choices and ideas to choose from its hard to focus in on one!<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mercury enters Sagittarius November
10-December 1<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Sagittarius is the sign ruled by
Jupiter the planet of luck, optimism, gain and expansion and when a planet
moves into this sign it has a tendency to increase things in some way so our
communication and thinking will get broader, bolder and be more optimistic.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mercury rules travel, communication,
young people and our thought process. Our thoughts may turn to travel, some
form of education or philosophy and become broader and greatly expanded. We may
also feel more buoyant, upbeat and impulsive during this time.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mercury is not totally comfortable in
this energy, but this does not mean things will take a negative turn. In
Sagittarius, Mercury worries about the bigger picture of things but can lose
track of smaller but important details. While Virgo (another mutable sign) is
all about details, Sagittarius is about the overall bigger picture and does not
like to be reined in by details or anything that could be considered nit
picking or boring.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mercury in this sign is associated
with expansion and the cumulating and spreading of knowledge that can have a
great deal of depth. This is an outgoing time and socializing with others will
come easier than normal even for those who are on the shy side. This Mercury is
about visions of the future and can shine a light on those things which needs
to be brought to light.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Jupiter is the
planet associated with honesty and justice and our thinking and actions will
lean more in this direction than before.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The challenge with Mercury in this
sign is developing discernment in the quest for truth and not fall prey to
every idea that crosses your path. We must remember that it is only through
discernment that we can we narrow down ideas to find the path to the real truth
or answer, which is the true quest for Sagittarius.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Expect to be more open to new ideas
and thought patterns, people and life in general. Sagittarius is a mutable fire
sign and mutable signs are subject to constant change and fire signs are prone
to action and activity.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mercury in Sag is idealistic,
visionary, and dynamic and does not like to be bored. Our minds can get
restless easily and we may experience a need for something bigger than normal
life to occupy ourselves.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Sagittarius likes to take the broadest
perspective of ideas and concepts and go from there. We may go through quite a
few mental adventures as Sagittarius rules the 9<sup>th</sup> house of
religion, philosophy and worldview and we could change our view of how the
world operates or broaden it in some way. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The downside of Mercury in Sag can
lead to speaking without thinking, putting your foot in your mouth, exaggerating,
or saying one thing today and something else tomorrow. While Sag is all about
truth and honesty, one person’s truth may prove to be an insult or hurtful
comment to another, so it is important to bear this in mind. Our minds may
wander more than usual, and for some it may prove to be a little harder to
focus.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">On this same day, Mercury squares
Saturn, as soon as it enters Sag. This is prone to serious thinking that can
turn into negative thinking or harsh words under the right circumstances. It
could be good for critical or analytical thinking. Otherwise, this can be a
tiring influence.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">November 11<sup>th</sup>, Mars opposes Uranus</span></b><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> This is a volatile influence prone toward
hasty and ill though out reactions, arguments and accidents. It is important to
be aware of all things today including your approach to others. This can also
be accident prone. Considering the state of the world it is very likely we will
see volatile or war like circumstances or issues involving guns. Use care. The
energy of this aspect will begin at least a few days before and a few days
after the aspect is exact. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The powerful New Moon in Scorpio November 13th<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">New Moons typically pass with little
fanfare but this one is different because of its opposition to Uranus, the most
unpredictable of planets. Moon-Uranus transits coincide with unexpected
circumstances and situations. Mars ‘opposition to Uranus makes this moon even more
volatile and unpredictable, both in our personal lives and on the world stage
and we can expect major news events like we have seen for some time now, almost
every day.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Scorpio is the natural ruler of the 8<sup>th</sup>
house of sex, other people’s money and death and transformation. It is the most
intense sign in the zodiac.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The Sun, Moon and Mars are all
conjunct and they all oppose Uranus at this time. All of these oppositions make
this New Moon seem more powerful than others. The eclipse of October 28<sup>th</sup>
featured many oppositions as well, especially to Mars.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mars represents the male principal and
anger. Now is the time to be aware of your surroundings and be careful not to
make sudden decisions you may base on anger. The other day I heard a comment; ‘passions
don’t make good advisers.’ Bear this in mind at this time.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Uranus has to do with new approaches
to things. For some, it will be time to turn the page on something and begin
anew. Uranus is about change and freedom. If you feel pushed to leave
something, perhaps now is the time to do so. Some relationships tottering on
the edge may end completely and suddenly. Expect the unexpected.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">If you want to channel this energy a
good way to do so is physical activity such as exercise, weeding the garden or
anything you find helpful and productive. Mars can also be associated with
busyness. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">November 22, the Sun enters Sagittarius until December
21st<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">When the Sun enters Sagittarius we are
in the mutable part, as well as the final sign of fall when the weather shifts
toward the winter season. Personally, I always find the Sun in Sagittarius an
upbeat time of the years.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mutable planets are changeable and
they switch their mode of expression frequently. They often have a natural
diplomatic bent, but can often be perceived as unreliable and uncommitted due
to their constant changeability. The mutable signs in astrology are Gemini,
Virgo, Sagittarius and Pisces. When the Sun goes into any of these signs we may
change our minds and ideas more frequently than normal as we consciously or
subconsciously tap into the energy of the Sun in Sagittarius. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Sagittarius is ruled by Jupiter, the
planet of luck and expansion and is typically an upbeat and positive sign for
the Sun to transit through. While the Scorpio season can be too intense for
some, Sagittarius is not really interested in drama, heaviness or diving deeply
into emotions or intensity. Sagittarius rules the 9<sup>th</sup> house in
astrology or the part of the horoscope that concerns education and philosophy,
travel, legal matters/courts and your personal world viewpoint.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Energies will shift dramatically as
Sagittarius is the antithesis of Scorpio with its typical happy go lucky
attitude, big dreams and desire for new escapades, journeys and trips,
especially down the road less traveled.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Sagittarius is the precursor to the
holiday season with all of the typical parties, social activity and gatherings.
Sagittarius represents the bold, the different and the often untried, and a
Sagittarius is often one of the hardest people to ever pin down. Freedom is a
theme with this sign and you may feel a desire to be free to pursue your own
ideas and goals. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>You may even strongly
want to cut ties with any person or situation that seems to hold you back.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Sagittarius is self assured, sometimes
to the point of cockiness, being totally honest and at times putting their foot
in their mouths. If you don’t keep things in check you could express these
qualities to the point of annoying someone. Sagittarius is typically so self
assured they often don’t realize their boldness can turn some people off.
Sagittarius is known for their fiery cheerfulness but their frequently overblown
optimism can lead to inflated ideas and expectations. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The downside of Sag can be
restlessness, boredom and a lack of attention to details. The old saying, ‘the
devil is in the details,’ can often come out as the unbridled optimism of
Sagittarius can end up with plans changing or going south, when the details
become apparent or are left out.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Use the Sagittarius season to catch up
with friends, entertain travel, and explore new places and ideas. By the way,
since this is the holiday shopping season get it done by December 12<sup>th</sup>,
when Mercury stations to turn retrograde! There will probably be a lot of
returned gifts this year due to Mercury’s retrograde.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">November 24<sup>th</sup>, Mars enters
Sagittarius until January 4<sup>th</sup>, 2024<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mars is connected to the way we act or
react toward things, our direct action and it rules men as well as aggression,
police, conflict and war.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Expect energies as well as our actions to
become more jovial, positive and optimistic, as Sagittarius is typically among
the most positive and energetic of signs. Mars-Sagittarius will encourage us to
find and act on our own independent nature. Freedom is a theme with Mars in
this sign, as well as the key to the energy. Sagittarius does not like feeling
bogged down in structures or relationships. Energy is often playful and this
time can be full of unexpected pleasant surprises.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Sagittarius is an expansive sign, and is ruled
by the planet Jupiter, considered the ‘greater benefic,’ and the harbinger of
luck making Sagittarius is the most ‘lucky’ sign of all.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Justice and honesty are also key words
associated with Sagittarius and truth is extremely important to Sagittarius
whatever the cost or whatever the truth may reveal.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Sagittarius is interested in expanding the
personal viewpoint and adventure. Don’t be surprised if you don’t want to
explore new ways of approaching things and different ways of dealing with old
problems or issues. This may bring out a greater spirit of lightheartedness and
fun, especially as it encompasses the holidays this year.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Sagittarius loves travel. Many will be
traveling this month, and if you aren’t don’t be surprised if you don’t find
yourself looking at future faraway destinations for the New Year.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Sagittarius or the 9<sup>th</sup> house, also
rules education, higher learning and philosophy. All education does not have to
be formal and you could find yourself trying to expand your mind or education
in some way without going back to school. On the other hand if this is what you
desire, now is an opportune time to actually return to school.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The 9<sup>th</sup> house also rules courts and
legal issues, and world view so it is likely we will hear some important
judicial rulings during Mars time in Sagittarius. Our world view or
philosophies could also take a front seat during this transit of Mars or change
in some way.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The downside of Sagittarius is restlessness,
and over expansiveness to the point of blowing things out of proportion, over
spending/over doing on the spur of the moment.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>While Sagittarius may mean well over committing to things is an issue to
watch out for as Sag always like to ‘go big or go home.’ Another trait of Sag
is an inability to commit or coming across as changeable depending on the day
and the emotional weather. We will be more reticent about committing to
anything long term at this time. Sagittarius is an idealistic sign and may
sometimes need to come back down to earth to find a realistic and workable
solution. At times Sagittarius can be considered flaky but they are typically
just trying to cover as much ground as possible without getting bogged down in
small but possibly important details.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">For Sagittarians or those with a Sagittarius
ascendant Mars entrance into their sign represents the start of a new two year
cycle.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>With Mars in the first house
activity picks up in general and most people become very busy during this time
as the planet of action starts it’s once every two year sojourn through the
first house of their natal chart.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Sagittarius is a
fiery sign ruled by the planet of wisdom or Jupiter. Mars in this sign of
enthusiasm and optimism is fierce; also it is inquisitive and curious. You will
be full of dynamism and energy during this period and adventure and
entertainment may take a more important place in your life for the time. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Full Moon in Gemini November 27<sup>th</sup><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The full moon in
Gemini is ruled by Mercury, the planet of communication. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Gemini is the natural ruler of the 3<sup>rd</sup>
house of communication, so we can expect ideas and information to flow and
everyone will have an opinion, much more so than usual.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">This is the 3<sup>rd</sup>
New/Full Moon to aspect Mars. Mars is the planet of action but it is also called
the ‘God of War,’ because Mars transits have the potential to create arguments,
disagreements and stress. On October 28<sup>th</sup>, the Taurus eclipse
opposed Mars. On November 13<sup>th</sup>, the New Moon in Scorpio will
conjunct Mars, and now this Moon will oppose Mars in Sagittarius. Furthermore the
December 12<sup>th</sup> New Moon will conjunct Mars. 4 out of 5 New/full Moons
over the course of the rest of the year and early next year will aspect Mars.
The January 11th, New Moon will also conjunct Mars which will be in Capricorn. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>When a full moon aspects Mars it is time to
treat it with respect and take no unnecessary chances or risks. Mars is
typically associated with anger, but on a collective level it frequently deals
with guns, violence, police or war like situations.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">It might be a good
few days to just lie low and take it easy at least as much as you can, and
remember ‘passions don’t make good advisers.’<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The Mars/Sagittarius axis
as it is called, relates to the 3<sup>rd</sup> and 9<sup>th</sup> houses. These
are the houses connected with the mind and thinking, education, travel,
foreigners and foreign places as well as the world view. We may hear news
concerning courts and laws.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Venus opposing the
North Node points to some type of collective fate, especially concerning
values, finances and women. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The Moon also squares
Saturn which deals with obligations and responsibilities and some may find this
day tiring or draining.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">This aspect conjuncts
Mars in the US chart. We can expect the population to continue to be stirred
up, and the potential exists for unexpected events, volatile or unexpected
events to occur. We could see some unique change on the upside. The 6<sup>th</sup>
house rules the workers of the nation, the national health situation and the
military.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mercury also squares
Neptune at this time. This aspect is prone to confusion, gas lighting, smoke
and mirrors and the potential for flat out lies. At times this can be connected
to water related weather issues.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The most positive use
of this full moon energy is communication, education, and writing or journaling
if you are so inclined. Otherwise, expect more communication than usual along
with emails or anything involving the written word. Just check the address bar
before you hit send!<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Other significant transits/days;<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">November 3<sup>rd</sup>, Venus opposes
Neptune-This can create confusion in love and money. On the other hand for
some, this could represent soft lights and reverie. Just don’t take things too
seriously if this is someone new and wait for things to play out more fully.
This is not a good day for important transactions.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">November 3<sup>rd</sup>-While Saturn
turns direct, Mercury opposes Uranus. This can be a day of unexpected
communication and changes, nervousness and restlessness, or new ideas. Use
extreme caution while driving. This aspect will extend into the next day.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">November 6<sup>th</sup> Venus trines
Pluto-Conversation may be deep and feelings expressed more easily. Positive for
money.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">November 13<sup>th</sup>-The Sun
opposes Uranus-This day is full of change and unpredictability. Uranus is all
about freedom, which some may seek. You may come up with new ideas or try a new
approach. For many this will seem restless.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">November 17<sup>th</sup>, Mars and the
Sun trine Neptune and the Sun conjuncts Mars-Mars and the Sun trine Neptune are
creative and compassionate aspects. This is a great day for a reading or you
may feel intuitive or experience vivid dreams. The Sun conjunct Mars is a
double edged sword. It can be energetic, busy and brave but for some it can
lead to agitation and disagreements. The other two aspects should help.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">November 23<sup>rd</sup>, the Sun
squares Saturn-This is a day you could experience blocks and delays or feel
tired. It leans toward slightly negative and taking care of business that needs
to be done.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">November 25<sup>th</sup>, Mars squares
Saturn-Saturn squares are typically associated with blocks and delays. Mars/Saturn
aspects lean toward negativity, frustration and slow burning anger. This could
be another dangerous day in the world.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p><br /><p></p>Leslie Halehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16527020713876450557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5205795449275397760.post-4506242618163310652023-10-11T11:50:00.002-07:002023-10-11T11:50:43.012-07:00The powerful Libra eclipse<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2ugaMmTUQpM0TwMFBXyFyOhqcUuB3dtbM1m268FqfEb_J8Y2YoT1QUl9BfNgPBrstJuZnr01rDJTtsX_PUYSn9CrENp-jpvozUiKIyFZ74TwgOrd6dMaajXCLcSIQ7RGr4ZCbHSq0XQJlgATtcyyauDbOxrBoTTk36R3chbPT_ZlGhGlzdzKIfyl3SbM/s624/eclipse999.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="351" data-original-width="624" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2ugaMmTUQpM0TwMFBXyFyOhqcUuB3dtbM1m268FqfEb_J8Y2YoT1QUl9BfNgPBrstJuZnr01rDJTtsX_PUYSn9CrENp-jpvozUiKIyFZ74TwgOrd6dMaajXCLcSIQ7RGr4ZCbHSq0XQJlgATtcyyauDbOxrBoTTk36R3chbPT_ZlGhGlzdzKIfyl3SbM/s320/eclipse999.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Eclipse season is upon us and we will
experience the first solar eclipse at 21 degrees of Libra on October 14<sup>th</sup>.
Libra rules the 7<sup>th</sup> house of marriage and partnerships in astrology.
Its ruler is Venus, the planet of love, money and values. Venus is the star of
the show, so this will be what the majority of us are focused on. On a
collective level, it will definitely deal with values, and what we value the
most.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">This is a South Node eclipse which
ties in with our collective destiny. It is conjunct Mercury, the planet of
communication, square Pluto and quincunx Uranus. A quincunx relates to ‘irreconcilable
differences.’<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 5.9pt;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Eclipses are like
wildcards and one of the ways we learn how and what we need to change so our
life can evolve. An eclipse can seem good or bad, depending on what it aspects
in your personal chart, and often an eclipse is dramatic, or reveals important
information if it aspects a significant point in your own chart. An eclipse
often brings news pertaining to life's biggest events. The energy of an eclipse
can last for months and in some cases years.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 5.9pt;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Almost always
unexpected information comes to light and at this time something may be
eclipsed completely out of your life, or into your life.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 5.9pt;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">A solar eclipse
is like a super charged New Moon, and new moons are typically about new
beginnings on some level.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Libra/Venus not only rules romantic
relationships, but relationships of all kinds, including work, friendships and
even relationships on a bigger level between countries.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Since Libra is the ruler of the 7<sup>th</sup>
house of committed relationships we can expect to see many situations occurring
in personal relationships and marriages, some good, some not so good, depending
on what else is happening in your personal chart and what the eclipse is
aspecting in your personal chart. An eclipse is personal to everyone depending
on what it does.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Libra/the 7<sup>th</sup> house also
rules courts of all kinds. The symbol for Libra represents the scales of
justice.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Pluto is stationing to turn direct at
the time of this post, and by Saturday it is in its ‘stationary direct’ phase.
When a planet stations, either retrograde of direct, it is very powerful,
especially if it is aspecting something in your personal chart.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">In this case, the Moon will square
Pluto and Mars is still in its square to Pluto which began a week ago Saturday.
Pluto deals with transformation, death and renewal.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">While everything trickles down to our
personal lives, unfortunately this eclipse will also have us concerned with
world events, in particular the war between Israel and Hamas. October 11<sup>th</sup>,
Mars enters Scorpio, ruled by Mars the planet of war, and Pluto, the planet of
destruction.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The future of a country is often seen
in the chart of the countries leader and in this case, <span style="background: white; color: black; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Benjamin Netanyahu</span>. Pluto is
square his Sun showing aggression, change and the dire circumstances that are
at play. Mars is still in its square to his Sun as well so it’s probable we can
expect a significant increase in war efforts on or around this eclipse.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; color: black; font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The US has offered aid to Israel and in the US chart
this eclipse squares Mercury (communication) in the 8<sup>th</sup> house of
death and taxpayer money. Mercury rules communication and young people, and US warships
are already offshore. The Moon also squares Pluto in the US chart in the 2<sup>nd</sup>
house of money.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; color: black; font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The US is experiencing its final US Pluto return and
as Pluto turns direct it is not unexpected to see massive world events, as what
happens in the US connects across the globe. There are astrologers who have
stated the Pluto return deals only with the US, but I beg to differ for the above
mentioned reason. Furthermore, the war in Ukraine began when Pluto made its
first exact hit to Pluto in the US chart in February of 2022. Pluto is the dark
God in astrology. In myth, Pluto pertains to the underworld and is associated
with power, will and desire. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; color: black; font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">If you are so inclined, now is the time to pray for
peace in Israel, Palestine and Gaza as the millions of innocent people face unbelievable
hardships and sacrifice and want no part of this war, in particular the 100-150
hostages who are presumably in Gaza.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; color: black; font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Otherwise, watch your relationships and contact a competent
astrologer if you want to know where and what this eclipse does in your
personal chart.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; color: black; font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">While we are collectively in dark times, all is not
doom and gloom in everyone’s live. We will experience many relationships
changes, but if this eclipse hits your chart in a positive way you could experience
joy and pleasure through Libra’s planetary ruler, Venus.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; color: black; font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">If your relationship is less than perfect, Pluto
holds the possibility of transformation to a better state with knowledge and
intention.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; color: black; font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">To view the eclipse path click on <a href="https://aa.usno.navy.mil/data/Eclipse2023#:~:text=On%20October%2014%2C%202023%2C%20an,Brazil%20and%20the%20Atlantic%20Ocean.">this
link</a>. Ancient astrologers believed the path of an eclipse set off events
along the eclipse path.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p><br /><p></p>Leslie Halehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16527020713876450557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5205795449275397760.post-29562704041800223782023-10-03T15:30:00.000-07:002023-10-03T15:30:01.504-07:00Mars squares Pluto; Difficult days ahead<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLwfda10nowbHcRnV0q8kJQZsPNsFvqT-3uZ0y1cNKn90PnUX4gB2_8R77Iifs2LDtVtMm0BKqU-qUOOJKGS0PDYt6DgGzytjQgCuEarih4ATWnhdUAlyl34cZnmk8tpSWrYEGWlqeVZDbtfx0hqPXLAc2jmZLUjo6zLcq30WMHZE4uBDlRAvNgmijhbc/s600/pluto%20from%20one%20of%20its%20moons-.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="398" data-original-width="600" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLwfda10nowbHcRnV0q8kJQZsPNsFvqT-3uZ0y1cNKn90PnUX4gB2_8R77Iifs2LDtVtMm0BKqU-qUOOJKGS0PDYt6DgGzytjQgCuEarih4ATWnhdUAlyl34cZnmk8tpSWrYEGWlqeVZDbtfx0hqPXLAc2jmZLUjo6zLcq30WMHZE4uBDlRAvNgmijhbc/s320/pluto%20from%20one%20of%20its%20moons-.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Mars
square to Pluto is building in intensity and will peak on Sunday, October 8<sup>th</sup>
at 27 degrees of Libra/Capricorn. The energy will be powerful before and after
it is exact.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">This
is a powerful and disruptive aspect and it will center around relationships of
all types, and business in particular. This square occurs in the sky which
tells us we will see significant world events but the energy will trickle down
to us, on a personal level. This will aspect your chart in a greater way if you
have Cardinal planets-Aries, Cancer, Libra and Capricorn-at 25-29 degrees.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">First
of all, this will play out in terms of major world events, as we have seen
October 3<sup>rd</sup>, with the ousting of House Speaker Kevin McCarthy. This kind
of event has not occurred since 1910, when the House tried to oust the speaker
and failed, so this alone can be considered a significant world event and part
of the US Pluto return.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The
US is currently in its Pluto return which has been building for quite a few
years now. A Pluto return is always significant in the chart of a country, and
only occurs every 248 years, and always brings significant change. Pluto in Capricorn
has dealt with top heavy hierarchies, especially in the political realm and
corruption. Pluto’s entrance into Aquarius in January will usher in a far different
period of time, but I digress as they say.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Mars
will square Pluto in the US chart continuing to set off events in the US that
involve patriarchal hierarchies, money, corruption and those who seek power,
sometimes simply for the sake of power. This week will be highly significant in
the US and the world.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">On
a personal level we can expect to see problems in relationships and business,
in particular. Pluto deals with things that are hidden and come to light on a
square like this. At worst, this could represent some kind of ending or change,
and at best it could result in a much needed transformation as Pluto is the
planet of transformation. On a personal note this aspect can deal with subjects
like sex, money, bullies, pushing one’s will on others, anger and frustration,
fights, arguments and a burning type of anger. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Use
caution and be aware over these days, and like everything else, this aspect
shall pass for lighter and happier days ahead.<o:p></o:p></span></p><br /><p></p>Leslie Halehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16527020713876450557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5205795449275397760.post-19463729677923545402023-09-28T14:02:00.005-07:002023-09-30T05:59:57.154-07:00October 2023; The eclipse season is upon us!<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNpiN8acI8qDFrJ-QEsoqKcNzrn14zuOu6ocTdBWWmQl8wzSaW3ZweWnvNaTEjxtH8cqT2HDYYMOk3rBUn2KPTXmPaNEUG9-wDmS6HcGS0RZuW6QBezxt6xTSFPQo2xOdsVO1HkzzlwmRk8i4oYqIIBr2zCnXZnDLJji6wLobQDpxOPLxCKFMT0tbn9T8/s1/eclipse1.gif" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1" data-original-width="1" height="1" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNpiN8acI8qDFrJ-QEsoqKcNzrn14zuOu6ocTdBWWmQl8wzSaW3ZweWnvNaTEjxtH8cqT2HDYYMOk3rBUn2KPTXmPaNEUG9-wDmS6HcGS0RZuW6QBezxt6xTSFPQo2xOdsVO1HkzzlwmRk8i4oYqIIBr2zCnXZnDLJji6wLobQDpxOPLxCKFMT0tbn9T8/s1600/eclipse1.gif" width="1" /></a></div><br /><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlo5dllDqHI6TSEmMe9rzwWNWNI81pKiALvYcBcPvIcQodIjU4uFTTNm8IT9hFi_OqEOxOGTyhRLrqJVPWpNggkwlegGC_oRfyhpR8k6nHBlt-dQE7yrkjpFmraD5mhifSTdhOIbK6jDBhfOzVyPNxyWpQ2AzJx9QG4Pzwxbr37k-EmRLEGQolOHHgBKY/s2560/eclipset-best.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1920" data-original-width="2560" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlo5dllDqHI6TSEmMe9rzwWNWNI81pKiALvYcBcPvIcQodIjU4uFTTNm8IT9hFi_OqEOxOGTyhRLrqJVPWpNggkwlegGC_oRfyhpR8k6nHBlt-dQE7yrkjpFmraD5mhifSTdhOIbK6jDBhfOzVyPNxyWpQ2AzJx9QG4Pzwxbr37k-EmRLEGQolOHHgBKY/s320/eclipset-best.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">During October the Sun transits
through the first sign of Fall (Libra) and then enters Scorpio. Mercury
transits through Virgo, Libra and Scorpio and Venus finally leaves Leo, after a
long retrograde and 4 months in this sign. Mars leaves Libra for Scorpio and Saturn
retrogrades all the way back to 0 degrees and will retrace its steps since
March once again as we enter the new year. Pluto turns direct and we will
experience two powerful eclipses in Libra and Taurus. Now, the details.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Monday morning, October 2<sup>nd</sup>
we will experience the final opposition of Mercury to Neptune so expect issues to
be clouded and confusing. The energy will of course begin before this aspect is
exact and a few days after.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">October 4<sup>th</sup></span></b><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">, Mercury enters Libra, leaving critical Virgo
behind for another year.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="tab-stops: 209.25pt;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Over
the next several weeks our thoughts and actions will turn toward partnerships
of all types. Many of us will be thinking of romance as Libra is ruled by Venus
and the 7<sup>th</sup> house of marriage and partners. Otherwise we will make
an effort to get along with others better, and our style of communication will
change dramatically from the sometimes worrisome and critical Mercury in Virgo.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="tab-stops: 209.25pt;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Libra likes to find balance and please others
but this energy is known as being changeable. It would not be unusual to hear
someone with Mercury in Libra state an opinion, and then do an about face.
Libra is a rational sign that likes to weigh all options. Since Mercury/Libra
has the ability to see things from all viewpoints, Libra -Mercury can seem
indecisive, but most of the time it is really just a careful consideration of
all options and viewpoints that may appear indecisive.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="tab-stops: 209.25pt;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Libra
has an innate sense of fairness and a reputation of being the peacemaker.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Bear in mind, the symbol for Libra is the
scales of justice.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="tab-stops: 209.25pt;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mercury
in Libra is typically diplomatic, charming, smooth, flirty and sympathetic. On
the more negative end Libra can be indecisive, procrastinators, people pleasers
at any cost and over-intellectualizing of certain subjects. <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u><o:p></o:p></u></b></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt; tab-stops: 209.25pt;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mercury in this sign has the ability
to see the big picture with great clarity. It is also a Cardinal sign which
means change can occur due to active assertion of ideas or action. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt; tab-stops: 209.25pt;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></b><b><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">October
8<sup>th</sup></span></b><span style="font-size: 16pt;">, Mars squares Pluto. This is an
aggressive and difficult transit and the energy will build during the previous
week. This will affect us on both an individual and collective level.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt; tab-stops: 209.25pt;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">On a personal level this can lead to
aggressive behavior, arguments and obsessive thinking. Squares indicate change,
and there will be a significant group of people who will experience some type
of change on a personal basis is they have planets in Aries, Cancer, Libra or
Capricorn at 25-29 degrees. What happens depends on where this falls in your
personal chart, but it is highly indicative of problems in partnerships.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt; tab-stops: 209.25pt;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">On the world stage this indicates
threats of violence, actual violence, arguments and disagreements over finances/money.
This powerful aspect hits the current Pluto return in the US chart so we can
expect significant news at this time in terms of money/finance, corruption and
those who would force their will on others. In other words; bullies and
autocrats. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt; tab-stops: 209.25pt;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">While no one should expect personal
disaster or be fearful it is sensible to be aware of the profound energies and
use care in terms of movement and actions. This is not a time to get carried
away by hidden or deep seated personal issues that may present themselves at
this time.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt; tab-stops: 209.25pt;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">October
8<sup>th</sup></span></b><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">, Venus enters Virgo where it will
remain until November 7<sup>th</sup>.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Venus is the goddess of love and money
and while in this sign has somewhat of a soiled reputation as it is considered
‘at its fall.’ In layman’s terms this means the energies of Venus and Virgo are
not especially compatible.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Virgo is a somewhat critical earth
sign. There is a picky side to Virgo and while in this sign others (or you) can
come across as overly critical and demanding. You may feel as though you are
trying to help others help themselves and could blow things out of proportion,
or your desire to help may be misunderstood so it is important to remember
during Virgo’s transit most will ask for help if they feel they need it. Hurt
feelings can arise if Virgo’s critical nature gets the upper hand.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">With Venus in Virgo you may pay more
attention to personal habits of others. Getting into a car for example, that is
full of trash may be a real turn off, along with sloppy clothes, hair, nails or
anything of this kind. During this time you will appreciate common sense and
punctuality more than at other times, something Virgo excels at.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">During Venus’s transit through Virgo
we express our love in practical ways. Just being there or doing something that
is helpful<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Virgo can be a great helpmate, loyal
friend or lover and you may be in no rush to begin a mad, passionate affair but
go more slowly getting to know the true nature of your love interest.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Virgo can be warm, giving and
interested in matters relating to day to day living with your significant other
as opposed to wild fantasies and passion. Not that Virgo can’t be passionate
but it may take some time to get there.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Venus in Virgo may not be the most
intense period in your love life, but Virgo has several qualities that cannot
be denied namely integrity, warmth and compassion. These are powerful qualities
connected to this sign along with warmth, concern and caring. Virgo has a
natural healing ability as well. There is a lot to be said for Virgo’s calm,
reasonable, protective and healing nature, especially considering the trying
times we are experiencing. Coming home to a quiet dinner with someone who cares
about your day can go a lot further in the end than someone who is all about
flash and doesn’t really care how you are feeling about your life, so make the
most of Venus in Virgo while she is in this often misunderstood sign.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">October 10<sup>th</sup>,</span></b><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> Venus opposes Saturn, but look for
manifestations of this energy in the days before it becomes exact. While Venus
is about love, social activity and money, Saturn will put a powerful drag on
all things Venus. If this aspects a significant point in your chart, you could
experience relationship problems, loneliness, or in some cases an ending, but
this would be rare. Don’t take things too seriously as this will soon change.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">October 10<sup>th</sup></span></b><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">, Pluto turns direct. When Pluto ‘stations’
which means it is coming out of its sleep or retrograde period it becomes very
powerful, especially if it is hitting a significant point in your personal
chart. Since the US is in its final Pluto return we can expect to see significant
news. If Pluto is stationing direct on a planet in your chart, you could
experience change as well.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Pluto
represents death, transformation, sex and rebirth in astrology. It also rules
power, bullies, destruction and decay along with the things that lie underneath
or hidden below the surface. Pluto is the most powerful planet in the solar
system irrespective of the fact it has been ‘demoted,’ and when you have a
Pluto transit that affects your chart, <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>change will happen, ready or not.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">While Pluto is
retrograde its energy is often internalized, as opposed to being out in the
open. Often this seems to keep certain things hidden, and when it goes direct
situations appear to suddenly be revealed. These situations were actually there
all along, we were just not consciously aware of them or they were hidden from
our psyche in some way. So, when Pluto goes direct it appears to bring many
things out into the open. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">While Pluto is
retrograde we typically go through some kind of an awakening or healing process
in many cases. Some individuals are put into situations where they look fear in
the eye in some manner and are forced to deal with it whether they are willing
or not. For others it is a process of gaining wisdom or insight into something
depending on where Pluto is transiting through your chart and it varies from
person to person.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">October 11<sup>th</sup></span></b><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">, Mars enters Scorpio where it will
remain until November 24<sup>th</sup>.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mars is the action planet and is
connected to the way we approach things. Mars in Scorpio is considered powerful
and Mars is one of the rulers of Scorpio giving it harmony with this sign.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Scorpio is a fixed sign, so energy
does not move quickly like it did in Libra; a Cardinal sign. Mars-Scorpio will
give us the ability to have more tenacity, and get to the bottom of things
faster.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">As Mars transits through Scorpio we
may experience a drive to change or transform something in our lives whether it
is small, or a larger life change. If there is a true desire for change there
is very little that can hold us back with Mars in this very determined sign.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: 21pt; margin-bottom: 15.75pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Mars in Scorpio is known to go where angels fear to tread and is
seldom if ever afraid to explore the darker and deeper side of life. At times,
this transit could spark an interest in serious self evaluation that can result
in the ability to make deep changes within ourselves.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: 21pt; margin-bottom: 15.75pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Any planet entering Scorpio can also be concerned with money, or
other people’s money. This can include partners-both personal and work, as well
as your own money.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Changes in finances
may occur at this time, you could come with a budget, or you may simply go over
your finances.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There will be a greater
focus on money during this six and a half week cycle.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: 21pt; margin-bottom: 15.75pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The downside of Mars in Scorpio can relate to obsessions and/or
darker feelings of revenge as Scorpio is co-ruled by Pluto. Pluto is a powerful
planet that is associated with revenge, determination and destruction as well
as transformation.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: 21pt; margin-bottom: 15.75pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Pluto likes to tear down to rebuild in a better way but it is
important to remember that if you are going to destroy something in your life
it is best not to burn bridges you may have to walk back over at some point.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: 21pt; margin-bottom: 15.75pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Used wisely, Mars in Scorpio can be a great help in developing our
own personal power and self confidence. To do this well, we must learn to rise
above feelings of bitterness or getting even over a perceived wrong or slight.
Scorpio has a hard time forgetting and some may never let go of bitter feelings.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: 21pt; margin-bottom: 15.75pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Positive traits such as determination, transformation, passion,
intuition, and insightfulness describe Mars-Scorpio. The downside is moodiness,
brooding, revenge, plotting and over intensity. Scorpio can be among the most
highly evolved of signs or it can sink to the lowest depths. It is up to us to
channel the positive side of this transit and grow with it. With Mars in
Scorpio we can accomplish a great deal if we don’t get overwrought or let ego
matters get in the way.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt; tab-stops: 209.25pt;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Solar
eclipse in Libra October 14th<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">As we approach eclipse
energy start to build at least a month before, new information is often revealed,
and events relating to the eclipse begin to occur both before and after the
eclipse. Eclipses typically have long shelf lives. <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">The energy is present for at least a month before/after and often much
longer depending on the strength and duration of the eclipse. <o:p></o:p></i></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Eclipses can
bring positive or negative events depending on what it aspects in your personal
chart. Things can be eclipsed in or out of your life, and eclipses frequently
bring important life changes and surprises. All eclipses serve as signposts
showing us what the focus of your life will be throughout any given year.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">This eclipse
falls at 21 degrees of Libra, the sign ruling love, partnerships and marriage.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The moon will
conjunct the Sun, just as it does on any New Moon as well as Mercury. Mercury
rules communication, travel, commerce and young people.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">This eclipse is
about relationships and partnerships of all types as well as marriage.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">This eclipse
makes no negative aspects in the sky and we gain support from Mars’ trine to Saturn.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">What happens
personally depends on where this falls in your chart. You might consider an astrologer!<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">October
20<sup>th</sup></b>, Mercury squares Pluto. This is often an obsessive transit
and it may be hard to let go of whatever thought is on your mind at this time.
This aspect tends to dig beneath the surface for answers and it is excellent for
research. At times, this can represent a troubled mind, or an argument, so use
care.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The Sun also
squares Pluto October 20-21st which means the Sun is conjunct Mercury as well.
This can be a willful type of energy.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Sun-Pluto aspects
can be difficult and deal with change on a personal and global level. Once
again this aspect hits the US Pluto return in the US chart, so we can expect
significant news at and around this time.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">October 21<sup>st</sup>,</span></b><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> Mercury enters
Scorpio until November 10<sup>th</sup>. </span><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mercury
rules our communication and while in Scorpio we are typically searching,
digging for truth and a little more suspicious in nature. Mercury in this sign
can be intense and will leave no stone unturned if looking for an answer. Our
thinking and communication will be deep and substantive, and Scorpio is known
as being relentless; in other words, we don’t give up easily, if at all.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mercury in Scorpio communication is
more direct and forceful (Mars) as well as probing, inquisitive and prone to
reading between the lines (Pluto). Sometimes this may be warranted, but often
it is not.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">You can use Scorpio’s perceptive and
calculating approach to concentrate and focus on what you want to direct your
energy toward as Scorpio is very focused. Mercury in Scorpio is frank to the
point of being blunt; at times too blunt. During this period we tend to churn
ideas around quite a bit before reaching a final conclusion. As Scorpio is a
fixed sign, decisions made at this time are often irreversible. Mercury-Scorpio
is passionate in speech and communication but we must be careful about
lecturing others. Others will be equally passionate, and quite a few secrets
will be exchanged at this time. Our judgment will be at its best when it is not
personal. If this happens the emotional side of Scorpio may take over and we
could lose our objectivity.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">October 23rd</span></b><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">, the Sun enters
Scorpio for the next month and</span><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> begins its
yearly trek through the sign that rules money and sex as well as change and
transformation<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Scorpio is a water sign like Cancer and Pisces
with several big differences. Scorpio is considered the most intense sign of
the zodiac and can be overly sensitive, brooding, mysterious, emotional and
sexual. You have heard of Scorpio’s sting if he or she is unhappy and Scorpio
is not afraid to use it. Scorpio can suffer from fits of jealousy at times
unless they are highly evolved. Even if they are evolved they can still
struggle with the green eyed monster. On the other hand, Scorpio can be a loyal
friend and trusted companion if you can ever break down their barriers get to
know them well enough.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Words that describe Scorpio are
brooding, self-contained, secretive, ambitious, deep, dark, determined, loyal,
jealous, resentful, stubborn, controlling and transformative. Some Scorpios are
evolved and highly enlightened.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Each sign is connected to a planet or
planets, and in this case Scorpio is connected to both Mars and Pluto. Mars is
considered the planet of action and sex, and sex is something that Scorpio
tends to be focused on with a laser like focus. Pluto is the planet of change
and transformation or rebirth, and in a lifetime Scorpio can typically reinvent
themselves many times. If you are looking to reinvent something; say your
makeup, hair, reputation, career choice, or anything else, there will be no
time like the Scorpio season. No one likes a comeback better than Scorpio and
no one can do a comeback better than Scorpio.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Scorpio is the detective or
investigator of the zodiac and turning up facts or unknown information is
something that Scorpio can excel at. Scorpio takes little at face value and is
always digging and searching for the truth and deeper meaning.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">During the Scorpio season we must
guard against paranoia, and very little will seem shallow at this time.
Scorpio’s best qualities can become their worst qualities when it comes to
trust and openness. Trust must be something earned for Scorpio and only after
trust has been established can openness become a priority. Once trust is
established however, you can have a friend for life, or until you do something
to prove you are not worthy of the friendship. If this becomes the case you
will be a persona non grata for life. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p> </o:p></span><b style="background-color: transparent;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The lunar eclipse in Taurus October 28<sup>th</sup></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The companion lunar eclipse this month
is in the sign of Taurus and it falls at 5 degrees. Eclipses always travel in
pairs. Those who will be most affected are Taurus, Scorpio, Aquarius and Leo or
anyone with planets in these signs from 3-8 degrees.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Taurus is the other sign (along with
Libra) that is ruled by Venus, the planet of love, money and values, so for
many the focus will once again be relationships.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Taurus also rules money and possessions.
For many this will be the focus of the eclipse, or we could hear some type of
financial news around this time.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The Moon opposes Mars, the planet of
aggression and anger. This is a difficult transit overall, and points to family
or emotional upheaval, or problems with women. It will be important to maintain
your emotional equilibrium at this time until this aspect passes. The Moon also
opposes Mercury, the planet of communication. This could represent a great deal
of communication on this day or it could represent agitation. A jumbled mind
could also result if you don’t make an effort to keep your thoughts under
control. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mercury is conjunct Mars and Jupiter.
The potential here swings between debate and a lot of conversation, or anger,
arguments and mental or emotional upsets. The influence of Jupiter is positive
and could only help.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mars opposes Jupiter, which can blow
things out of proportion. While the combination of Mars and Jupiter is not
typically considered positive, it could result in over stating or over
promising something. I have found this aspect is generally seen when politics
come into play and we have certainly seen a great deal of this.<o:p></o:p></span></p><br />Leslie Halehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16527020713876450557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5205795449275397760.post-19409593374349620582023-09-08T11:55:00.002-07:002023-09-08T14:16:48.703-07:00Pluto returns in the US chart; Final round<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEY9KU30BlmJWtHAtTL2pGky5D5rOH6-G7xqm2DLPSxnd9GQ7_thGTAZP3PUVb0KfqWov_Qq25vS7aAvc-s9cfFoKzwaHqsrvPgC3MIG5F0y9oIwhASlgwxsHLR3BDaCUqUEqfr7t5grc90VRZDE_qZKaJ6fyS3Qo0ZhkdpkzGVSRVXDBlLva--m7P-5w/s640/pluto.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="420" data-original-width="640" height="210" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEY9KU30BlmJWtHAtTL2pGky5D5rOH6-G7xqm2DLPSxnd9GQ7_thGTAZP3PUVb0KfqWov_Qq25vS7aAvc-s9cfFoKzwaHqsrvPgC3MIG5F0y9oIwhASlgwxsHLR3BDaCUqUEqfr7t5grc90VRZDE_qZKaJ6fyS3Qo0ZhkdpkzGVSRVXDBlLva--m7P-5w/s320/pluto.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Pluto will make its final return to
Pluto in the US natal chart from September 19<sup>th</sup>- November 1<sup>st</sup>.
During this time, Pluto will move from retrograde to direct on October 11<sup>th</sup>.
When a major planet like Pluto changes direction it often coincides with major
world events.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">So far we have experienced the US
Pluto return three times in 2022 and on each occasion we have experienced
political turmoil in the US and now seen a twice impeached President facing
criminal charges in multiple cases.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Countries have birth charts just like
people and while the above date shows us when this powerful transit is exact,
the energy will be with us throughout the year and even into 2024, and beyond.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The Pluto return will determine the
future and the direction of the US for many years to come. Pluto falls at 27
degrees of Capricorn in the US chart and it was at this degree when the US became
its own sovereign nation in 1776. In all actuality we have been experiencing
the Pluto return since 2016 as Pluto has an orb of influence of 10 degrees
which began at that time. As the Pluto return is exact this year the Plutonian
energy will increase and we will see exactly where it is leading us; Will we
succumb to a darker side of the collective psyche that includes racism,
upheaval, violence, anger and control by a minority or will we rise up and
reform what is broken and listen to the higher side of the collective psyche
and our own better angels?<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Pluto rules that which lies beneath
the surface which is now rising to the top and making itself known.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Pluto rules power, control, decay and
destruction, nuclear power, upheaval of governments, terrorists and criminals,
extremists, and resources. No country or society will experience a Pluto return
before approximately 248 years which is how long it takes Pluto to circle the
zodiac and return to its original placement at the birth of the country.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Pluto is known for tearing down and
destroying to create something new. Power can be unlocked, taken, abused and
mishandled. It can also be relinquished. Pluto rules the shadow side of things
and the darkness that is generally hidden until something causes it to surface.
One example of this is the push in some states to ban studies of slavery,
gender identity issues and other subjects in schools along with the admitted ‘conservative
indoctrination’ of students in certain states.<span style="background: white;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span face="Calibri, "sans-serif"" style="background: white; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">There are thousands of facts that support the idea that the US is deeply
steeped in racism which began even before the US Constitution was written and
continues to this day. Pluto likes to obscure the facts, distort and control. The
attempt to convince Americans the underside of America</span><span face="Calibri, "sans-serif"" style="background: white; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;"> an American
history</span><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="background: white; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> does not exist is a part of the Pluto return</span><span face="Calibri, "sans-serif"" style="background: white; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span face="Calibri, "sans-serif"" style="background: white; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">This</span><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="background: white; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> </span><span face="Calibri, "sans-serif"" style="background: white; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">issue has become</span><span face=""Calibri","sans-serif"" style="background: white; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> a hot button to stir
up anger and divisiveness between political parties more so than anything else.
This is simply one example of many issues we are facing with the Pluto return</span><span face="Calibri, "sans-serif"" style="background: white; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;"> but
it is far from the only issue.</span><sup><span style="background: white; color: #202122; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p></o:p></span></sup></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> Pluto falls in the 2<sup>nd</sup> house of the
US chart which rules money, finances and values. Saturn ruled Capricorn
represents the status quo, business, banks and the like. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">At the time of this post, a majority
of Republicans (according to polls) say they believe the last Presidential
election was stolen in spite of the fact this has been litigated over and over
in courts and there is no evidence to support this theory. Now that we are in
the final Pluto return we are seeing court cases and charges being litigated
that relate to an attempt to overturn the government on January 6<sup>th</sup>,
2021 and it appears there will be a number of convictions that may include the
former US President. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Some mature countries have experienced
a Pluto return such as England which has experienced three Pluto return cycles
with significant events at each return. On the other hand Rome began to lose
its status as an empire after its 2<sup>nd</sup> Pluto return.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Egypt, India, Iran and Japan are among the
oldest countries in the world and have survived a number of Pluto returns, but
they have changed at each 250 year juncture in some way.<span style="background: white; color: #1a2a36;"> Assyria, Persia, Greece, Rome, the Arab empire,
Ottoman, Spain, Romanov Russia, and Britain were all empires at some point. The
French Revolution occurred just after France’s 1st first Pluto return. The
energy of a Pluto return will play out for a long period of time with lasting
consequences.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Pluto can bring about
reforms as well as destruction such as the ‘New Deal’ of the 1930’s which lead
to eventual prosperity and many things we enjoy today such as Social Security
and banking regulations that keep our personal money safe. The ‘inflation
reduction act’ could be such a reform and the US has never needed it more as
our infrastructure is deteriorating.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">In his January of 2022 retirement
speech Supreme Court Judge Stephen Breyer reiterated the fact the US Founding
Fathers described America as a ‘Great Experiment.’ Benjamin Franklin said ‘it’s
a Republic if you can keep it.’<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The
Pluto return will show us that we can take nothing for granted, and we have a Republic
only if we can keep it.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">During the first Pluto return, Russia invaded
Ukraine and the US began with arms support in February 2022. While some
astrologers discount this event as being part of the US Pluto return, it most definitely
is since the US is the biggest supplier of military assistance to Ukraine.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Just before the 2<sup>nd</sup> US
Pluto return in May 2022 a gunman opened fire in Uvalde, TX making the crime
scene the 3<sup>rd</sup> deadliest shooting in US history. In June, the Supreme
Court overturned Roe v. Wade in effect criminalizing abortion in much of the
US. In August of 2022, the US Government conducted a search and seizure effort
of the Former US President’s home and concluded he was in possession of
official Top Secret documents he was not entitled to have. In December 2022 the
858 Billion dollar Defense Act was signed into law as well as a law protecting
same sex and interracial marriage. In December 2022 there was a political clash
over the debt ceiling which leads to the eventual downgrading of America’s
credit for the 2<sup>nd</sup> time in history.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">As we approach the final US Pluto
return we are seeing charges against those who attacked the capitol on January
6<sup>th</sup>, the ‘fake electors and the former US President. Corruption is
rising to the top on many levels and consequences are at hand although it is
likely the results will be years in terms of playing out completely. As we
approach the end of September the US faces more fiscal problems, and political
fighting over the budget with the potential of another government shutdown.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Pluto will re-enter Aquarius again
January 21<sup>st</sup>, 2024. Aquarius is a far more Democratic sign than
Capricorn, but this is not to say we won’t experience issues with Pluto in Aquarius;
they will just be different. I do believe however that based on astrology we
will be focused on a world that is more in tune with the majority than the
minority with a greater theme of freedom for all.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Pluto will re-enter Capricorn for the
final time September 3<sup>rd</sup>, 2024-November 20<sup>th</sup>, 2024. Pluto
in the US chart is at 27 degrees of Capricorn, so Pluto is still within orb at
this time.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The US is in the process of a cosmic
makeover through its Pluto return.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We
are at a turning point in history, and what the outcome will be depends on all
of us.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p><br /><p></p>Leslie Halehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16527020713876450557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5205795449275397760.post-52799489542573599002023-08-30T14:12:00.002-07:002023-08-31T10:01:17.947-07:00Venus; Do we really know her?<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSTuHLuJPnUds8cQkTZMBeIa4mnNqAKlo74N0S5a2_zA5fRGu968UzNZG5V7hyggcjWeryCb75JfzJbevZM-VnHZwqIFsQ-WW0VCZJF9qAEZRIaJKeN4tOkbCzCl_hZTSCgKHXF8_VtUczC-JeDDB02QjVTuUik10dN55qqJMovFj6oldQL89G6T7LTtI/s900/venus.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="130" data-original-width="900" height="46" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSTuHLuJPnUds8cQkTZMBeIa4mnNqAKlo74N0S5a2_zA5fRGu968UzNZG5V7hyggcjWeryCb75JfzJbevZM-VnHZwqIFsQ-WW0VCZJF9qAEZRIaJKeN4tOkbCzCl_hZTSCgKHXF8_VtUczC-JeDDB02QjVTuUik10dN55qqJMovFj6oldQL89G6T7LTtI/s320/venus.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;">Venus is the
planet of love, beauty, money and values. We all have Venus in our chart
somewhere and the sign she is in often shows us how, what and who we are
attracted to. The house she is in shows us where her influence will be
strongest.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;">But, this is not the full story for
Venus. Do we really know her?<o:p></o:p></span></i></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;">During Venus’s
cycle she shares two very different conjunctions with the Sun. The inferior
conjunction occurs when Venus is halfway through her retrograde cycle. At this
point she is nearest to the Earth and appears at dark. Venus appears in the
pre-dawn sky about a week after the inferior conjunction when Venus and the Sun
are roughly 10 degrees apart. At this point Venus is called Phosphorus and
Lucifer, meaning ‘light bearer.’ Venus turns direct 3 weeks after the inferior
conjunction and 36 days after the inferior conjunction she is at her brightest.
36 days later Venus reaches her maximum distance from the Sun, and is moving at
the same speed and gaining.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;">216 days
later Venus reaches her superior conjunction with the Sun. For several weeks
before and after the superior conjunction Venus is so close to the Sun she is
not visible. The superior conjunction of Venus is like the opposition aspect of
the full moon lunation cycle. At this point Venus becomes the evening star
and is called Hesperus which means ‘Western.’ 36 days after the superior
conjunction Venus first appears in the evening sky, setting after the Sun.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;">216 days
after the superior conjunction Venus again reaches its maximum distance from
the Sun. 36 days later Venus is at its most brilliant. About 2 weeks after this
Venus begins her every yr and a half 40 day retrograde. In the middle of this
the inferior conjunction occurs once again and Venus begins her cycle anew. 12
days before the inferior conjunction Venus is not visible in the sky.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;">Venus
rotates 180 degrees on its polar axis between inferior conjunctions. After 5 or
more consecutive cycles occur, if they are plotted and put down on paper (or a
computer screen) an amazing 5 pointed star emerges that can show us Venus’s
path!<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;">Morning star or Evening star<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;">Venus as a
morning star and Venus as an evening star represent different emotional temperaments,
values and ideals. Each of these 2 types also carry a special retrograde
subtype as well.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;">Which Venus are you?<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;">Finding your
Venus type; morning or evening is not difficult. If the Sun is further along
the zodiac than Venus your Venus type is Lucifer, or Venus is a morning star.
If Venus is further along than the Sun it is Hesperus, the evening star. For
example, if your Sun was at 16 degrees of Cancer and Venus 23 degrees of
Gemini, Venus is behind the Sun which makes this Venus a morning star Venus.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;">Venus Lucifer<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;">This individual
typically has an impulsive, emotional, eager and spontaneous personality. If
you were born during the first half of the Venus cycle, or under the morning
star you typically let your heart lead the way before your head. These Venus’s
are typically open to new experiences and are emotionally resilient. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;">If a Lucifer
Venus was born during a retrograde Venus cycle, and experienced emotional pain
or abuse early on in life they may completely shut down on an emotional level
and take on a fearful or guarded stance toward relationships and life in
general. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;">These people
sometimes dedicate their life to work and new ideals rather than love. They are
attracted to the arts but are often found to be too ahead of their time in
their lifetime.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;">In a man’s
chart Venus as the morning star (retrograde) suggests dedication to goals and
ideals. Actor Jack Nicholson is born with this placement.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;">Women with
this placement often lead pioneering lives, paving the way for other women, but
their lives can be difficult and demanding and they are often misunderstood.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;">You may
deeply question traditions and some morals and find yourself out of sync with
others.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;">Venus Hesperus<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If you were born under Venus Hesperus or
evening star Venus, you may easily fall into a goal oriented and deliberate
make up and seek to understand the meaning of your many experiences. Your emotions are
more controlled than morning Venus since you don't show emotions as easily and are
more privately involved with your own feelings than Venus Lucifer. Evening Venus may
feel their emotions more intensely and it takes them longer to recover from
emotional upsets. They are not as resilient and Venus as a morning star.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;">If Venus
Hesperus is born in a retrograde period this suggests a higher than usual
degree of self discipline and dedication to one’s art or ambitions. This is not
the same type of dedication a Mars or Jupiter aspect would confer however, it
is rather a lifelong purpose, and one often feels out of sync with others.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;">In 2023
Venus reached its inferior conjunction August 13<sup>th</sup> and is now a
morning star for the rest of the year. It will be at its brightest in the night
sky mid September.<o:p></o:p></span></p><br /><p></p>Leslie Halehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16527020713876450557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5205795449275397760.post-59324979858221398762023-08-29T15:36:00.001-07:002023-08-29T15:36:01.766-07:00September 2023 astrology<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjP-qMBxAFKHJoOEIqQQOm1JN__BaTfpvSdnEb5axWlWucFb8toSfH4AaCF-5TnVICsit-Th8qCYtubcqQZ-gGOOcsmJQvcViwHgOh9kLg4D3mPfLk8XJaAod8q7JJ1sPrM7xl44PKqlc_a3z_XpV65ApERb_pZuxJGoBxVa-Usuao14HE2rLrHp8r_RcI/s275/bea1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="183" data-original-width="275" height="183" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjP-qMBxAFKHJoOEIqQQOm1JN__BaTfpvSdnEb5axWlWucFb8toSfH4AaCF-5TnVICsit-Th8qCYtubcqQZ-gGOOcsmJQvcViwHgOh9kLg4D3mPfLk8XJaAod8q7JJ1sPrM7xl44PKqlc_a3z_XpV65ApERb_pZuxJGoBxVa-Usuao14HE2rLrHp8r_RcI/s1600/bea1.jpg" width="275" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; text-align: left;">This month Venus and Mercury turn
direct while Jupiter and Saturn begin their yearly retrograde. The Sun transits
through Virgo and then into Libra and the fall solstice occurs on the 22</span><sup style="text-align: left;">nd</sup><span style="font-size: 16pt; text-align: left;">,
when the Sun enters Libra. Jupiter and Venus will play musical chairs when Jupiter
turns retrograde September 4th, just as Venus, the other beneficial planet
turns direct September 3</span><sup style="text-align: left;">rd</sup><span style="font-size: 16pt; text-align: left;">. Jupiter is conjunct Uranus with a wide
orb, but nevertheless this aspect can be powerful and disruptive.</span><span style="font-size: 16pt; text-align: left;"> </span><span style="font-size: 16pt; text-align: left;">We will experience a Now Moon in Virgo
September 15</span><sup style="text-align: left;">th</sup><span style="font-size: 16pt; text-align: left;"> and a powerful full Moon in Aries September 29</span><sup style="text-align: left;">th</sup><span style="font-size: 16pt; text-align: left;">.
Now, the details.</span></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Venus turns direct<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The planet of love, money and values
finally turns stationary direct September 3<sup>rd</sup> at 9:20PM, EDT. When
Venus retrogrades we all reconsider our love lives, and we may question values
as well as finances. The stationary direct phase is very powerful especially if
it is aspecting something in your chart. This will last from September 3<sup>rd</sup>
through the 10<sup>th</sup>. If it is making a negative aspect it will be more
pronounced and is it is making a positive aspect you could see some benefit.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">During this time energy may change
again, something else may be revealed that was previously unknown, or there
could be something or someone you change your mind about once again.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">While Venus is retrograde its outward
energy is weaker, or we could say it is asleep. During this time it is not
uncommon for breakups to occur or a lot of contemplation can take place
concerning love, and money or even our own personal as well as collective
values. It is a perfect time to reassess what your real values are, and what
you really need to be happy.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">As Venus turns direct you may be
contemplating a conversation or meeting with someone you have known from the
past, or you could experience a rush of loving feelings toward someone you have
met or been involved with Clarity in relationships can also increase when Venus
turns direct.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="background: white; margin-bottom: 18.75pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Now will be the time to turn your focus toward love, money, beauty
and fun as the planet of love comes out of its sleep once again and repeats its
cycle in Leo. Venus retrogrades to allow us to rest, take some time and integrate
and understand our feelings about loving others and living in the material
world. When she wakes up she comes alive and allows us once again to revel
being in the physical body and loving others, becoming the beacon of love, hope
and beauty once again<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The ‘direct shadow period’ for Venus occurs
when Venus slowly returns to normal as it slowly picks up speed. This will take
place between September 11<sup>th</sup> and October 7<sup>th</sup>. Venus will remain in its shadow period until
October 7<sup>th</sup> when things return to normal.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Jupiter retrogrades<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The planet of expansion and money
turns retrograde in the sign of Taurus September 4<sup>th</sup> until December
31<sup>st</sup> when it turns direct once again. Astrologers refer to Jupiter
as the ‘greater benefic’. Jupiter bestows abundance and material success, luck
and good fortune, joy and positivity. Some of its qualities include a love of
justice, kindness, gain and generosity. While Jupiter’s negative qualities are
seldom mentioned they are typically associated with the belief luck and
expansion can go on forever, expanding too fast, over indulging, overspending
or blowing things out of proportion.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Calibri, "sans-serif"; font-size: 16pt;"> Jupiter’s retrograde does not mean we will be without luck
but during this time we will focus more on personal inner growth rather than
those things that are outside of ourselves and material growth. Jupiter’s
retrograde is not a negative aspect as it helps us work on issues concerning
personal happiness, money and success which can be implemented when it turns
direct again. Some may hardly notice the retrograde of Jupiter as it has a very
subtle affect.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><span style="font-size: 16pt;">If you have been
working at accomplishing something with no real structure or plan for getting
there this will be the time to step back and look at the bigger picture. It
does not mean loss, but is more akin to</span><b style="font-size: 16pt;">
w</b><span style="font-size: 16pt;">orking smartly instead of hard, and directing your actions along the most
profitable and fortuitous lines.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">You may encounter
some type of detour or correction during the four month retrograde depending on
where Jupiter is transiting in your personal chart. You may question many
things philosophically and your viewpoint on some things could change as you
seek deeper truths and greater meaning in all you do at this time.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">In addition to money
and finances Jupiter rules courts/judiciaries lawyers, foreigners, and
foreign places, education, religion, medicine, and spirituality. All
of these things can shift in some way and we will see these matters play out in
the world and our personal lives. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Jupiter
is technically conjunct Uranus at 15/23 degrees of Taurus and it has a 10-
degree orb. Jupiter-Uranus aspects lean toward unexpected change for better or
worse. While it is possible to get good things from this aspect it may affect
the financial markets at some point and we could see reversals in the markets
and commodities in particular. These 2 planets are within their 10 degree orb
until October23rd.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mercury turns direct and a New Moon<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">This month’s New Moon falls in Virgo
on September 14<sup>th</sup> at 9:40PM, EDT. Virgo is the natural ruler of the
6<sup>th</sup> house of work and health so for most of us, our interests will
lie here.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mercury ruled Virgo can also affect
pets, kids and young people. Communication may be important at this time.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">This moon will trine Jupiter and
Uranus as well as Pluto forming a grand trine that utilizes the energy of all 4
planets involved. Now is the time to make solid plans to move forward soon and
think outside the box. This is all positive energy geared toward accomplishment
and Mercury will turn direct the following day. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The Sun’s trine to Uranus makes this
an auspicious time for thinking outside the box, and coming up with a new way
to deal with old problems. Give things a few days before you implement anything
new, as Mercury will cooperate much better when it is direct.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><u><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mercury changes
direction<o:p></o:p></span></u></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The planet of communication turns
direct again September 15<sup>th</sup>.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">This
is good news but when Mercury stations to go direct, things can go haywire once
again before really straightening out, so it could get slightly more confusing
before it gets better.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span><span style="font-size: 16pt;">Mercury stationing to turn retrograde or go
direct are the two key times when we may experience Mercury’s changeable if not
disruptive energy. It will take the planet of communication a few days before
things start to really level out.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.5pt;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span><span style="font-size: 16pt;">A planet changing
direction becomes very powerful, especially if it is aspecting something else
in the sky, or in your personal chart and Mercury is no exception. If Mercury
turned retrograde hitting a specific point in your chart you may have
experienced delays, unexpected issues or other problems. By the same token, if
Mercury turns direct and is hitting something in a positive angle in your chart
as it turns direct you can expect to move forward in some significant way.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.5pt;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">One way of
looking at it is that Mercury has been asleep at the wheel for three weeks and
it will take a little time before it totally wakes up and gets back to normal.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.5pt;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">As Mercury begins
its direct motion on September 15th, called its ‘stationary direct’ phase
things aren’t really clear yet, and there may be more surprises in store.
Alternatively you may feel inspired, but keep your feet firmly planted on the
ground and you know what they say if something seems too good to be true. Make
sure you are dealing with facts.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.5pt;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Mercury comes
back to life slowly and does not actually begin to move forward for another 5
days or September 20<sup>th</sup>.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Its
shadow period will last until September 30<sup>th</sup>, when things finally
return to normal.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The Sun enters Libra; Fall solstice!<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16pt;">September
22<sup>nd</sup>, the Sun enters Libra ushering in the fall solstice which
arrives at 11;50 PM, EDT as well as the Libra season! The Sun will be in this
sign until October 23<sup>rd</sup> when it enters Scorpio.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16pt;">Libra
is the sign that rules the 7<sup>th</sup> house of marriage, partnerships
and courts and Libra’s ruling planet is Venus. Venus is concerned with money,
beauty, love and values and our energies will be focused on relationships and
others during this time, or alternatively you could meet someone new that
becomes significant. Either way we will all be thinking more about
relationships over the next month.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16pt;">Make
plans to socialize this month to the extent you can but don’t overbook yourself
and then flake out. This can be the downside of Libra along with
procrastination and a difficult time making up your mind. Libra can get so
caught up in the pursuit of fairness, justice and looking at things from a
detached angle they sometimes never get where they want to go by over thinking
every point of view they encounter.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16pt;">Since
Libra is a Cardinal Air sign thoughts and ideas at this time will be large, and
somewhat detached. Air signs are the thinkers and don’t like to slow down most
of the time. Cardinal signs are the leaders and initiators and like forward
movement. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16pt;">Libra
does not like arguments, ugly comments, sordid situations or cruelty. The big
clash you were expecting to have with your new boss or your best friend may no
longer seem so important after all and you could find yourself taking a more
peaceful approach. With Libra, people want to feel the love most of all.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">You may find yourself getting more annoyed with anything that does
not contribute to your own personal harmony, and may want to eliminate those
who create drama or trauma in your life. The Libra season will be time to take
a look at who is in your life, why they are there, and whether your own needs
are being fulfilled in the most important relationships you have. The Libra
season is a time to relax, socialize and spend time with those most important.
Since Venus is Libra’s ruler, beauty and beautiful things may seem more
important and desirable this month, along with art, jewelry, clothes and
anything else that beautifies the environment you live in.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">The
Full Moon in Aries<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">This month’s Full Moon falls at 6 degrees of Aries on September 29<sup>th</sup>
in the early morning hours.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">Aries is a Cardinal sign ruled by Mars, the planet of action an
aggression. Aries represents the 1<sup>st</sup> house of self, so this moon will
represent the conflict that can occur between ourselves versus others.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">Aries is an energetic sign and does not let grass grow under its
feet. Mars likes to take action so in some respects it may be time for some new
starts.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">This Moon will oppose the Sun, amping up emotions as a full moon
always does, and before it leaves Aries it will oppose Mars, the God of War
creating some stressful energy September 16th.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">Since Venus squares Uranus at this time we can look for unexpected
events, changes of plans and new ideas and situations that may occur.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">This transit can be fun, exciting and it may seem as though there
is certain electricity in the air at this time. You may meet new people or take
a brand new approach to something. This aspect previously occurred July 2<sup>nd</sup>
and August 9<sup>th</sup>. If this aspect affected you then, it probably will
again.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">Typically, this aspect relates to unexpected change and fun, but
in some cases it could coincide with a break up if the rest of the chart
indicates it.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">Other
transits of interest this month:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">September 4<sup>th</sup>-Mercury trines Jupiter Happy Labor day!
Mercury trines Jupiter making this a good day for social activities and
communication.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">September 6<sup>th</sup>-Mercury conjuncts the Sun This can be a
day when egos come into play and you may run across some individuals who act in
a willful manner or agitation may occur.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">September 8<sup>th</sup>-The Sun trines Jupiter this may be
compared to Mercury trine the Sun. The Sun deals with our core being so with
its trine to the planet of expansion this could be a great day for dealing with
any issue you consider important and is considered upbeat and positive.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">August 16<sup>th</sup>, Venus squares Jupiter this is typically pleasant,
especially for social activities but you may not feel a great deal of drive or
energy at this time<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">August 19<sup>th</sup>, the Sun opposes Neptune this is an aspect
of confusion and misinformation. You may not have all the facts and make sure
you understand clearly what others are telling you. Not a good day for
important decisions.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">August 20<sup>th</sup>, the Sun trines Pluto this is a day to make
some waves in regard to others. Success can be yours, especially in terms of
dealing with groups.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">August 25<sup>th</sup>, Mercury trines Jupiter This aspect occurs
for the final time. If you enjoyed the energy of September 4<sup>th</sup>, this
time should be better since Mercury is direct.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">September 30<sup>th</sup>, Mercury trines Uranus Your mind may be
on fire with ideas and new ways of accomplishing things. If this is the case,
write your ideas down as when Uranus is involved, ideas can come suddenly and
go just as suddenly. You could receive some unexpected news that would not be
negative.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background-color: #f4cccc; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">***RIP Astrologer Mitchell Lewis who left this world in August.
You will be missed by the global astrological community.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><p></p>Leslie Halehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16527020713876450557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5205795449275397760.post-28876812245823714942023-07-25T14:11:00.001-07:002023-07-25T14:11:28.044-07:00August 2023 astrology<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgD93XosWLvY4TvbI6lMPFbxFa6SlzlQAAess1rI1lVP65bwRJZhRFY6Q-c-r2p8KBGBLXB_1gVnUXebdf7__wIdqH8mPUrJ-EshIXY63gfncVuUnwe56prTDVtTUFS5KdT99fy6CcWJMeVz6Ve0g52l2Me8hzdmxlowEjdEWCmJNctBXDAnH2cozlDCvc/s386/world3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="217" data-original-width="386" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgD93XosWLvY4TvbI6lMPFbxFa6SlzlQAAess1rI1lVP65bwRJZhRFY6Q-c-r2p8KBGBLXB_1gVnUXebdf7__wIdqH8mPUrJ-EshIXY63gfncVuUnwe56prTDVtTUFS5KdT99fy6CcWJMeVz6Ve0g52l2Me8hzdmxlowEjdEWCmJNctBXDAnH2cozlDCvc/s320/world3.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">We begin the month of August with a
powerful and unpredictable full moon in Aquarius on August 1<sup>st</sup>.
There will be two full moons this month, and some refer to the 2<sup>nd</sup>
one on August 31st as a ‘Blue moon,’ since this seldom happens. Venus remains
retrograde all month shaking up and challenging relationships and Mercury turns
retrograde on August 23<sup>rd</sup> delaying plans and providing us with new
or additional information. The Sun transits through fun loving Leo and then
moves into Virgo, joining Mercury and Mars in the same sign. Uranus retrogrades
on August 29th, giving us a total of 6 out of 10 planets in retrograde creating
many delays. Now, the details.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Full Moon in Aquarius August 1st <o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Aquarius is the sign ruled by
unpredictable Uranus (and Saturn). Uranus is connected with unexpected events,
sometimes explosive; freedom and separations, aircraft, and lightening. Events
connected to Uranus are often shocking and seem to come out of the blue, and
this may well be the case this time since the Aquarius Moon will square Uranus.
If you are seeking freedom from something, now could be the time, depending on
your circumstances, or an unexpected idea could strike just like lightening.
Make sure you think things through and don’t act on impulse which is unlikely
with Mercury’s opposition to Saturn. This will affect anyone with mutable
planets (Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius or Pisces) at 3-7 degrees in the birth
chart. This transit can represent negative thinking and emotions, less than
satisfactory news, and is indicative of slow if not heavy or serious thought.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mars however, trines Jupiter at this
time at 13 degrees of Taurus/Virgo. This is an extremely upbeat and positive
transit and will help to dispel some of the negative Mercury-Saturn energy.
This is not a Moon for couch potatoes as movement and change is likely.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">New Moon in Leo August 16<sup>th</sup><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">This month’s New Moon falls in the
sign of Leo or the ruler of the 5<sup>th</sup> house of children, friends, love
and entertainment. Now is the time to be a little more indulgent in terms of
fun and romance as this is next to the last New Moon of Summer!<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">This Moon squares Uranus making it
quite unpredictable. Plans may change or you could decide to do something on
the spur of the moment. Be flexible as this is not the time to set plans or ideas
in stone but rather go with the flow and see how things turn out.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Sometimes Uranus transits are about
freedom or breaking away from something or even someone. If this is the case
Uranus is directing you toward new ideas, goals and plans so if this is the
case it is better to look toward the future than the past. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">You could feel elated, or nervous and
all over the board. In any case this energy is temporary and things will level
out over the next several days or when the Moon enters Virgo within the next 12
hours.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The Sun enters Virgo and Mercury retrogrades<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The Sun enters Virgo August 23<sup>rd</sup>,
the same day as Mercury turns retrograde at 21 degrees of Virgo. The Sun is in
the mutable sign of summer when the weather begins to shift and will remain
here until September 23<sup>rd</sup>.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Virgo is a mutable or changeable sign
ruled by Mercury the planet of communication. This sign is the natural ruler of
the sixth house of work and health and it signals to us that now is the time to
get organized, focused and pay attention to our health and day to day
activities.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Virgo energy is associated with
healing and it is detailed and focused, intellectual, grounded, health
conscious, stable, analytical, critical, conscientious, discriminating,
fastidious, and modest so we should expect to see these characteristics and
qualities play out in our world and with those around us during this time.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="background: white; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 16.8pt;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">As the Sun enters Virgo our
thoughts tend to be more about work, production, and overall accomplishment. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It is no surprise that school typically starts
back up during the Virgo season. Stores are stocked full of notebooks, and all
types of things to organize, and prepare for success. Everything has its season
and this is the time for planning, implementing plans and moving forward in a
more organized and fruitful way. Virgo teaches us to work smart, instead of
just working hard.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="background: white; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 16.8pt;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">While Mercury rules both Gemini and
Virgo, conversation and thought tend to be more detailed and focused while in
Virgo. Gemini is more expansive, but can be scattered and not as detail
oriented as Virgo, so each sign plays its role with Mercury in a different way.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="background: white; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 16.8pt;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Virgo has a natural and
instinctive understanding of the connection between body, mind and soul so this
is an auspicious time to kick start your own well being and treat your body
with respect. Now is the time to make positive changes in diet, fitness, and
explore natural remedies if this seems appropriate or visit a Dr. If you have
any health concerns. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="background: white; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 16.8pt;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The downside of Virgo can be a
desire for perfection which sometimes leads people to believe Virgo energy is
about fault finding and being overly critical. This can be true at times but at
the core, Virgo energy is concerned with facts and seeing all matters clearly.
Virgo is in tune with doing things the correct way and getting down to the
problem solving. In other words, Virgo simply wants to get things right and
sometimes this can manifest in overly critical or perfectionist tendencies.
While these intentions may be well meaning, not everyone takes criticism well,
or considers it constructive, so this is an area that needs to be watched as we
travel through the Virgo season each year.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Mercury turns <i>stationary
retrograde</i> August 23-28th. This will be a powerful retrograde as Mercury is
in one of its own signs of rulership. These few days the change in energy will
become apparent although Mercury will remain in its retrograde until September
15<sup>th</sup>.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Mercury turns
retrograde 3 or 4 times a year, and generally has a bad name and elicits groans
when mentioned. To an extent this is perfectly understandable, as
retrograde Mercury is the planet that causes delays, glitches, breakdowns in
computers and equipment, relationships, slowdowns and brings hidden factors to
the surface. It is however part of a natural cycle, and this period is meant to
recess, redo and reconsider plans and situations in our lives, rather than
starting new projects.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Plans can be put
on hold, miscommunication can occur, relationships can end or change, and cars,
computers and other machinery can break down at the most inopportune moment. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">When planets
retrograde, their effects on humans are different than when in direct motion.
Thinking is deeper, situations often appear to go underground for a time, or
change altogether, and sometimes our focus shifts. Mercury retrograde is the
most talked about retrograde, because it is a fast moving planet that controls
our thinking, speech, travel, and cognitive skills.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">When Mercury
retrogrades, I always tell people, ‘Mercury retrograde is a wild card.”
Sometimes, relationships can be fixed and problems brought out into the open if
it is worth saving. The karma of a relationship will often play out as
retrograde cycles are karmic in nature. Expect delays, changes of plans and try
and not have situations set in stone. In other words, prepare to be
flexible. Mercury retrograde is often a frustrating time to be looking
for a job. Don’t give up though, just keep plugging on and stay on top of
all communication. And make sure you are direct and to the point in your communication
with others. If you don’t understand what someone is telling you, by all
means ask for clarification.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">With this
retrograde in Virgo we need to watch our speech and communication as we
may become overly critical or even overly analytical of people and situations,
or other people may seem this way to us.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Virgo rules the
6th house of health and work and it is here we will be focused during this
retrograde. Many people may start diets, and re-adjust their lifestyles and
exercise as it relates to health and this is a positive use of this energy.
Issues at work that weren't dealt with may crop up as well.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The second most
stressful period is when Mercury turns 'stationary direct.' as it prepares to
move forward <i>September 15-19th.</i> At this point plans may change once
again, but after this period things will slowly begin to return to normal.
While Mercury is officially direct on September 15<sup>th</sup>, results may
continue to play out at least through the 19<sup>th</sup>.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Mars enters Libra August 27th<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">September
27<sup>th</sup>, Mars leaves Virgo for Libra where it will remain until October
12<sup>th</sup>. We can expect a major energy shift as Mars-Libra is considerably
different from Mars in Virgo.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Mars
is our action planet and rules men, sex, the way we act and come across to
others, conflict and wars to name a few.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Mars
in Libra is considered at its detriment which means its action is weakened
and this may represent a passive aggressive type of energy at times. Mars is
ruled by Aries, and Libra is the opposite sign so this placement is not as
active or action oriented as it would be in other signs. That does not mean
however it is bad or negative, just different. Mars in Libra can be quite
pleasant and peaceful, and most will make a greater attempt to avoid unpleasant
scenarios. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Whereas
Mars in Virgo is action and accomplishment oriented, Mars in Libra is more
about companionship, relationships, and creating balance and harmony with
others, so our actions and direction will change as well. During this period
Mars is in Venus’s sign, so we will be driven by Venus, which is all about
love, beauty, peace, harmony, fairness and our values. Mars/Libra is concerned
with creating harmony, justice and avoiding conflict, and some may be more
focused than ever on finding or maintaining a relationship. Libra is
represented by the scales of justice, and fairness or justice to all becomes
more important with Mars in this sign. Libra likes to balance things, weigh
both sides of a question and then make an informed and intelligent decision, as
do all Air signs.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Libra
rules marriage and committed relationships so relationships and
partnerships of all types will take up more time and attention over the next 6
weeks. This is not limited to romantic relationships, but can extend to
friendships, work, business relationships and any other type of ongoing social
relationship or partnership. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">At
times Libra represents courts, lawyers and court battles as well, but Mars
moving into this sign is not going to create a court battle or lawsuit without
some other very heavy aspects in your personal chart. If you are engaged in a
legal situation, there could be more activity during while Mars is in this
sign, and we may see more in the news about courts and legal battles.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Negative
qualities of Mars in Libra can include procrastination, lack of decisiveness in
action, and avoiding any conflict at all costs for the sake of not rocking the
boat. Mars-Libra can almost sense conflict before it occurs and is adept at
knowing when dissention is going to happen so this is a great sign for conflict
management and resolution. Libra is not the most decisive placement for Mars,
but eventually things get done.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">If
you are born with <span style="mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Mars in Libra</span> you
are naturally in focus with the moods, feelings and ideas of those around you,
determined to maintain harmony. People born with Mars in Libra typically dislike
ugly and confrontational situations sometimes surrendering an argument or issue
to keep harmony.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">One
famous Mars in Libra is Abraham Lincoln, who once said, “Am I not destroying my
enemies when I make friends of them?’<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>This is the epitome of Mars-Libra.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Augusts’ Blue Moon<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The
2<sup>nd</sup> Full Moon of the month falls on August 31<sup>st</sup> just
before the Labor Day weekend. This Moon is in Pisces, the most sensitive and
intuitive of signs.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Pisces
rules the 12<sup>th</sup> house of the unknown that includes the spiritual
realm, jails and prisons, hospitals and places of seclusion. At times, endings
can occur with a full moon in the 12<sup>th</sup> house.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Pisces
is associated with compassion, spirituality, drugs and alcohol and addictions
of all types. This sign is like a double edged sword; you can soar to the
heights, or sink to the lowest of depths.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">This
Moon opposes Saturn which can create a negative or despondent affect. Saturn deals
with reality and at times a Moon like this can force us to look at a reality we
would rather not deal with.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">This
Moon falls on the 12<sup>th</sup>/6<sup>th</sup> house axis which deals with
work, health and things that are unseen or hidden. If there are any hidden
health issues it’s possible they could crop up at this time, but this is not
something that should be anticipated.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Uranus turns retrograde<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p style="background: white; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 16.8pt;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">August 28th, Uranus stations to
retrograde as it does every year. Uranus is an erratic and unpredictable planet
that is associated with sudden and unexpected events as well as cutting edge
innovations.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If you are experiencing a
Uranus transit personally, Uranus’s stationary retrograde can be a significant
period and we will seek innovation and changes within ourselves and our own
inner thinking and way of approaching things. We may look to new directions new
ways of thinking, or in some cases a totally different path depending on
whether or not you feel things in your life are working as they should be.
These changes will generally take place on an inner level and focused on the
outside world when Uranus reverses course and turns direct again January 27<sup>th</sup>,
2024.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="background: white; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 16.8pt;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">On the world stage, Uranus rules
aircraft, inventions, coups, explosions and explosive change. We can expect to
see many things happening in the world over these few days as Uranus changes
course. It is significant this retrograde occurs just after the Sun opposes
Saturn August 27<sup>th</sup> and just before the full Moon in Pisces August 30<sup>th</sup>.
Uranus’s change in direction will amp up the energies of these two aspects and
we may see a dramatic turn of events in some way globally and in our lives if
these aspects hit your chart.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="background: white; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 16.8pt;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Jupiter in Taurus reaches the
halfway mark this month at 15 degrees of Taurus. You will be affected in a
positive way if you have Earth or Water planets in the middle degrees of your
chart. Enjoy it while you can as Jupiter retrogrades on September 4<sup>th</sup>,
the same day Venus turns direct.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="background: white; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 16.8pt;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Other transits of interest;<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p style="background: white; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 16.8pt;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">August 9<sup>th</sup>, Venus
squares Uranus-This is unpredictable in terms of romance and you may be looking
to try something different or there could be a sudden change of plans.
Sometimes unexpected events occur at this juncture.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="background: white; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 16.8pt;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">August 13<sup>th</sup>, the Sun
conjuncts Venus-This is a positive if not lovely transit indicative of warm
feelings and a desire for companionship and fun. Enjoy!<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="background: white; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 16.8pt;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">August 15<sup>th</sup>, the Sun
squares Uranus-This can be a rather explosive transit that can be very
upsetting and changeable. Change or separations of some type could occur, along
with a significant news event.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="background: white; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 16.8pt;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">August 22<sup>nd</sup>, Mars
opposes Neptune-This is tiring and foggy energy indicative of confusion and
misunderstandings. For some this could cause anxiety and a significant lack of
clarity. This is not the best day for making important decisions. Sometimes
this transit could indicate water related events.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="background: white; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 16.8pt;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">August 23<sup>rd</sup>, Mercury
retrogrades at 3:59PM, EDT.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="background: white; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 16.8pt;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">August 27<sup>th</sup>, the Sun
opposes Saturn-This is tiring, draining energy and for some it could represent
an encounter with reality. Otherwise, you may have responsibilities and
obligations you must take care of. This is what Saturn is all about.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="background: white; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 16.8pt;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
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<p class="yiv3475130350ydpfa591f94msonormal" style="background: white; margin-bottom: 16.6pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><b><u><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 18.0pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p><span style="text-decoration: none;"> </span></o:p></span></u></b></p><br /><p></p>Leslie Halehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16527020713876450557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5205795449275397760.post-25612665212332898762023-07-19T12:01:00.001-07:002023-07-19T12:01:12.646-07:00The Goddess of Love steps back again<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEherq58Lm4I2mSPKZ0fNTqjq-52vCiWNQvT9aiObjIUoKqukSEjK1CV0SX7q7hpQISxRDaEDSOnbVsPNmPGj_2bVRGpzv5kWIgkXas1zJTLlXc-pKPTUDVLqw-93QYa1W4S992j3n1GJ9Z0sKG2w8IKM9UySNUdtoLxfMHBpDyr4QYITJV88sQX-vdxkaA/s580/venus_magellan-580x580.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="580" data-original-width="580" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEherq58Lm4I2mSPKZ0fNTqjq-52vCiWNQvT9aiObjIUoKqukSEjK1CV0SX7q7hpQISxRDaEDSOnbVsPNmPGj_2bVRGpzv5kWIgkXas1zJTLlXc-pKPTUDVLqw-93QYa1W4S992j3n1GJ9Z0sKG2w8IKM9UySNUdtoLxfMHBpDyr4QYITJV88sQX-vdxkaA/s320/venus_magellan-580x580.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">First there
was the Hollywood writers strike that shut down late night TV. Now, the actors
have gone on strike and big parts of the issue are the diminishing returns from
residuals due to the streaming services. The last time both writers and actors
were on strike at the same time was 1960 and it lasted approximately 165 days.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">This is
really no surprise since Venus is stationing to retrograde in Leo at the time
of this post. Leo is the sign that rules theatre, acting, royalty and
entertainment. With the strike shutting down network TV shows and more you can
see that a retrograde Venus concerns much more than love and relationships,
although most people associate it with love.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Venus is one
of the two most beneficial planets along with Jupiter. In addition to love it
rules beauty, the arts, money, our social lives and values. This may be a
period of time when many reevaluate what their values really are, both
collectively an as individuals.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">When Venus
stations to turn retrograde July 18-22, it becomes very powerful if it is
aspecting a planet in your chart the results will be more significant, for
better or worse, depending on what it is aspecting.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">When it
turns retrograde, it is still stationary since it hasn’t started moving back
yet and this is called ‘stationary retrograde’ and it is especially powerful at
this time. This will last from July 22-28<sup>th</sup>. During this period Venus
is at 28 degrees of Leo so if this aspects something in your chart it should be
significant.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">From July 28<sup>th</sup>-August
28<sup>th</sup> Venus appears to move backward. It is an illusion that it is
moving in a backward direction but the energy and ersults is very real.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Venus
stations to turn direct August 29<sup>th</sup>-September 4<sup>th</sup> at 12
degrees of Leo. If this is making a positive aspect in your chart you should
experience some significant positive event related to Venus. Venus will then
repeat the entire cycle again and will remain in the sign of Leo until October
9<sup>th</sup>.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">What does Venus do during its
retrograde?<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><i><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">As Venus
retrogrades </span></i><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">we
have an opportunity to rethink and re-access our relationships with others and
those closest to us. Love energy may be harder to come by during this period,
but we may compensate for this by loving ourselves more. Feelings become more
defined giving us a clearer picture as to what is important and what is not in
terms of any Venusian activity, especially relationships.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">If you begin a new relationship on a
retrograde Venus it is said the love energy is never fully expressed. If this
is the case, things could also change after Venus turns direct again and energy
shifts. Venus retrograde is sometimes associated with those we have known in
the past. At times we can reconnect, or take many trips down memory lane.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Some relationships that are tottering
on the edge may well end during this time. Some will change partners, and for
others they may connect with someone from the past they have known previously.
To an extent, Venus retrograde is a wild card.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Venus retrogrades repeat by sign every 8 years<o:p></o:p></span></u></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Venus retrogrades every 18 months and
the retrograde period lasts about 42 days. Venus repeats it’s retrograde in the
same sign every 8 years. You could experience something similar to the Venus
retrograde summer of 2015 which is the last time it retrograded in Leo.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Venus retrograde and its karmic affect<o:p></o:p></span></u></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Venus retrograde affects love, money,
personal values and our social lives most importantly. When it is retrograde
all of these things can become more difficult in some way, but at the same time
we can gain more clarity as to where we are going and who we are going there
with. Venus retrograde is a karmic period and at times our love lives can take
dramatic shifts one way or another.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The
karma of relationships sometimes plays out and relationships can end, or come
back together. If a relationship comes back together it was meant to, and if
one ends at this time, it is granting you the freedom to find someone more
appropriate. There is a heavy fated quality to retrograde Venus.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Love, money and values<o:p></o:p></span></u></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">A retrograde Venus can affect money
and for some it may slow down a bit during this period or money issues or
matters may come to light in a more direct way at this time.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Sometimes we are put in positions
where we have to determine what our personal values actually are. We could
experience a moral or ethical crisis that could bring these issues to light.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">A retrograde Venus is not the time to;<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-begin a new relationship-it might not
last after Venus turns direct and if it does it may never be quite satisfactory
in some way.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-do not have elective cosmetic
surgery.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-do not buy big ticket items connected
to art, jewelry or beauty.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-do not get married or engaged<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-do not release projects connected to
art, music or entertainment<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">We may reconnect with others and this
is not limited to romantic relationships. You could meet up with old friends,
clients or acquaintances you have known before.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Venus retrograde will affect our
personal lives and it will play out in the world as well. Venus retrograde will
be followed by Jupiter’s retrograde on September 4<sup>th</sup>, the same day
Venus turns direct.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The collective will be affected by
Venus retrograde. During this time we will be forced to re-evaluate what is
working, what is not, and what we value as individuals as well as a collective,
and make changes toward those ideas that do not serve the majority well. Issues
involving royalty, the entertainment business, artistic ventures or children and
pregnancy could be front and center.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Significant aspects involving Venus;<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">August 9, Venus squares Uranus</span></b><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-Unexpected change in money, relationships or
some other matter may change suddenly, some breakups could occur or it could
represent a monetary or job loss since Venus is retrograde.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">August 22, Venus squares Jupiter</span></b><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">-This is typically not a negative aspect but
this could change with Venus’ retrograde. Something could be blown out of
proportion and matters may be confusing with Mars’ opposition to Neptune. Not
the day for important money matters.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Venus turns direct September 3<sup>rd</sup>
at 9; 20PM, EDT. It will remain in its retrograde ‘shadow’ until October 7<sup>th</sup>.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p><br /><p></p>Leslie Halehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16527020713876450557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5205795449275397760.post-53723714134163404892023-07-14T12:35:00.002-07:002023-07-14T12:35:39.268-07:00A changing of the guard personally and collectively<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJXZIdlxE0dqQJ_CT-P_d2A5a10upFUx-t_POiu10jbVq2c0_sUzm_7qOJ1CAymnB-FDoAAKvTgKT2fBf55t_QmbrPTDfIgkPHspXEaZwGrJqIXr4xbE88CDFVOZ9_--x697IH9jN2HlWeQIP-M4K0VKISE3zE2PbTarmU4JeyROKvr0cLdSATECtOHCs/s3264/bahrain1.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3264" data-original-width="2448" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJXZIdlxE0dqQJ_CT-P_d2A5a10upFUx-t_POiu10jbVq2c0_sUzm_7qOJ1CAymnB-FDoAAKvTgKT2fBf55t_QmbrPTDfIgkPHspXEaZwGrJqIXr4xbE88CDFVOZ9_--x697IH9jN2HlWeQIP-M4K0VKISE3zE2PbTarmU4JeyROKvr0cLdSATECtOHCs/s320/bahrain1.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The North and south Nodes are not
planets but points in the chart. The change signs every 18 months and affect
our collective as well as personal destiny. These are otherwise known as the
lunar nodes or the ‘nodes of fate,’ and they oppose each other.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">July 18<sup>th</sup>, the lunar nodes
change from the axis of Taurus/Scorpio to Aries/Libra for the next 18 months. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Our collective as well as personal
destiny is shown in the North and South Nodes. These are not planets but
calculated points in the chart. Everyone is born with both a North and South
node, which show us where we are headed as a collective. Both nodes tell a
story regarding our fate and destiny; the North node is where we are headed and
the South node shows us what we need to leave behind or release. While the
North Node is the ideal of what we hope to achieve, the South Node is what can
hold us back.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">When the North Node enters Aires
(South node in Libra) we will be called to balance our own personal interests
versus the interests of others in society as well as partnership issues. We
will be asked to find a new direction between ourselves as individuals versus
our relationships and personal/social networks in our own lives and on the
world stage as well. The nodes are connected to the eclipses over the next 18
months and will present is with fated opportunities tied to destiny.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">As the North Node shifts into Aries we
are called to find our true authentic self and our highest calling as opposed
to the expression of Libra which rules partnerships and marriage. We must find
our own place and learn to balance we versus me. The North node in aries calls
for more freedom, independence and self care balanced with what we give and receive
from others. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Anyone born over the next 18 months
will be born with their North and South Node in Libra/Aries which will point to
their personal destiny. The last time the lunar nodes transited through
Aries-Libra was December 27, 2004-June 22, 2006.<o:p></o:p></span></p><br /><p></p>Leslie Halehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16527020713876450557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5205795449275397760.post-55442510889114396212023-07-09T08:26:00.002-07:002023-07-09T08:26:13.988-07:00Mercury opposes Pluto; obsessions and going into the murky depths<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoFRhuIoKqLGjR4jbKgOhVwAajmpJp4p7vsfKuGA9zJtT0Gzq-P4JrVhRBvCsJB7-d3FkF1HUGn1zrZgSIUnRjHYTleNlKesXrIjOJiUJMIWQ-lNzYCYEUnbQextI2Hl5NZluLDsfOPouFidY2JrWW6Pul6wBVWAFQDzDBKKtqptjNiO008zfNyF_PQOI/s640/pluto.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="420" data-original-width="640" height="210" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoFRhuIoKqLGjR4jbKgOhVwAajmpJp4p7vsfKuGA9zJtT0Gzq-P4JrVhRBvCsJB7-d3FkF1HUGn1zrZgSIUnRjHYTleNlKesXrIjOJiUJMIWQ-lNzYCYEUnbQextI2Hl5NZluLDsfOPouFidY2JrWW6Pul6wBVWAFQDzDBKKtqptjNiO008zfNyF_PQOI/s320/pluto.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Mercury
opposes Pluto and this aspect is exact on Monday, July 10<sup>th</sup> at
4:48PM, EDT. One word that describes this aspect is ‘propaganda.’ Certainly we
will see this in the news but everything trickles down to our own lives as
well. Astrology works in the collective, and it works with is as individuals as
well.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Propaganda
on a personal level means there may be others trying to convince you of their
viewpoint, or it may be the other way around and you might try to convince
someone else of something. Obviously, this aspect can cause arguments and
disagreements if you choose to go there. Self control is the key dealing with
others, as well as controlling your own thoughts.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Mercury-Pluto
aspects lean toward obsessions, and uncovering information not previously known.
Pluto wants depth and Mercury tends to dig in deeply for information with this
aspect. This can also bring up deep seated memories from the past that are not
especially pleasant and it may be hard to let go until the aspect passes.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%;">If you push
others, expect pushback. This aspect is also prone toward accidents so watch
your driving.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%;">This aspect
will have a major impact on anyone with planets at 28-29 degrees of Cancer, Capricorn,
Libra or Aries.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p><br /><p></p>Leslie Halehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16527020713876450557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5205795449275397760.post-12722957596731076182023-06-30T16:47:00.001-07:002023-06-30T16:47:37.617-07:00July: The Goddess of Love retrogrades<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5kMH8j4KB9ErQxHuYCYBD1mR-GHTAx_F0o8XQm3qRgVj9vWrhVx7byH2c93ylyxiox019bHVvsoTPO4mrBf9G7iba_AS_DYRCh_exc_prQMtBGkwifTBKmDQM_T47lSSoD4tP6uv1VBesEqbKYEEnB063XDt35sjl2eh-8dNPfygLvJeAGjEkvTQVJgw/s300/n-FAIRY-medium.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="125" data-original-width="300" height="125" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5kMH8j4KB9ErQxHuYCYBD1mR-GHTAx_F0o8XQm3qRgVj9vWrhVx7byH2c93ylyxiox019bHVvsoTPO4mrBf9G7iba_AS_DYRCh_exc_prQMtBGkwifTBKmDQM_T47lSSoD4tP6uv1VBesEqbKYEEnB063XDt35sjl2eh-8dNPfygLvJeAGjEkvTQVJgw/s1600/n-FAIRY-medium.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Happy 4<sup>th</sup> of July! This
month the planet of love, money and values turns retrograde joining Neptune and
Saturn, which may spice things up. Mercury travels through 3 signs and the Sun
leaves Cancer for Leo. Mars moves from Leo into the sign Virgo and we will
experience a powerful Capricorn Full moon and a New Moon in Cancer. The nodes
of fate move into Aries-Libra changing our collective destiny. We can expect
some turbulence the last third of the month. Now, the details.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The month begins with a Full Moon in
the sign of Capricorn July 3<sup>rd</sup>. Capricorn is the Natural ruler of
the 10<sup>th</sup> house of business and career. The ruling planet of
Capricorn is Saturn; the planet astrologers call the ‘taskmaster.’
Capricorn-Saturn is all about work, responsibilities and obligations. Capricorn
is also about reality, and for some this may be a wakeup call; either way it’s
doubtful many of us will be wearing rose colored glasses, not that you should
expect to be depressed.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">July 2<sup>nd</sup>, Venus squares
Uranus and this energy tends to linger becoming part of the full moon energy.
This may shake things up a bit and you may feel a desire for freedom or to try
something novel or different. In many ways this aspect can be exciting or point
to unexpected events. You may meet people you feel you are getting along
famously with, but if this is the case Venus-Uranus is not an indication of
longevity. In some cases if this transit hits something significant in your
chart it could relate to money issues or relationships that are tottering on
the edge could end.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mars enters Virgo<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">July 10<sup>th</sup>, Mars, the action
planet leaves Leo for another 2 years to transit through Virgo until August 27<sup>th</sup>.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Virgo is the sign that rules the 6<sup>th</sup>
house of work and health so it is here much of our attention will be focused
over the next 2 months. Now will be the time to start new health regimes, work
out or exercise plans or to get any health issue of concern checked by a Dr. as
Virgo is a sign that is strongly connected to healing, medicine and natural
medicine. As the 6<sup>th</sup> house also rules work, we will be much more
focused on this area of our life than we were with Mars in energetic,
freewheeling and fiery Leo, so expect a major energy shift as Mars changes
signs.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">For the past 6 weeks Mars in Leo has
stirred up drama and a lot of grandstanding, passion and desire for fun. Things
will change in a significant way as Mars enters the more subdued and stable earth
sign Virgo. Virgo is one of the mutable signs along with Gemini, Sagittarius
and Pisces. When a planet enters a mutable sign we are subject to change and our
actions and approach toward what we are doing will alter with Mars in this
sign.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Virgo is ruled by Mercury, the planet
of communication so while in Virgo our action will be connected to our minds,
thinking and speaking. In other words,
we will use our brains to a greater degree and be much more determined to get
things done, and done correctly.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mars is a hot, fiery and aggressive,
passionate planet by nature. While it is in Virgo these qualities will be
tempered and Mars becomes a fact seeking, detail oriented and sometimes
perfectionist, albeit hard working and concentrated type of energy to work with.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Now is the time to get all the things
you have put off this year done. Not only will you get them done, they will in
all likelihood be done correctly, perhaps even the first time.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Virgo is the most detail oriented sign
of the zodiac and when planets go into Virgo they mean business. With Mars in
this sign you will be determined to be productive, take care of you affairs,
and not make mistakes. Now is the time to get your act together and move
forward in a logical and tangible way that can bring about true accomplishment
and success.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Virgo is known for being efficient,
thoughtful, adaptable, competent and attentive. If you can harness the energy
of Mars you can accomplish more than you thought possible.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The downside of Virgo is its tendency
toward perfectionism. Virgo doesn’t mean to be overly critical although it can
come across that way. Actually, Virgo just likes to get things right the first
time so you don’t have to repeat anything again. Virgo’s critical tendency can
extend toward other people or even yourself. This can cause breakdowns in
relationships as no one likes being unduly criticized. Constructive criticism
is one thing, an overtly critical attitude toward others in another. At times
Virgo can come across as restless, strict and agitated. If you can be aware of
these qualities this can be a period of time of accomplishment whether it
involves losing weight, getting fit and in shape, or getting your business in
order.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mercury enters Leo<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">July 10<sup>th</sup>, along with Mars,
Mercury changes signs as well and enters Leo where it will remain until July 28<sup>th</sup>.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">When Mercury changes signs, our style
of communication and thinking take on subtle but significant changes. The way
we think and communicate with ourselves and others will change dramatically
from Mercury in Cancer which we have just experienced.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">While Cancer can be overly emotional
and focused on our security and foundation in life, Leo rules the Sun and the
fifth house of the zodiac so we will be thinking more about friends,
entertainment, and (especially) romance over the next few weeks.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mercury in Leo will liven things up and
come in like a wild burst of new energy and you may find yourself thinking in
far bolder new directions and more interesting possibilities. Our passions
become all-important and often front and center and this may come across like a
deep breath of fresh air. We may feel more confident and determined to get our
true feelings across. With Mercury in this sign we will speak our mind-no
matter what the outcome.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Don’t let your ego interfere too much
in your communication while Mercury is in Leo as this is part of the downside
of the sign. As Leo is a fixed sign we can become too set in our ways or too
stubborn or proud. At worst communication can lean toward emotional outbursts
rather than a creative expression of what we want. Take care not to let your
conversations become too demanding or provocative toward others. They same goes
for being overly exuberant in your expression of emotions. Think about what you
really want to convey before expressing it. We can also expect a certain amount
of gas-lighting or attention grabbing maneuvers over these next few weeks. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Overall however, communication should
tend toward being positive, upbeat and a little more playful if not enjoyable. If
there is something we really want we may feel more determined as well as
confident and direct in our manner of approaching it.</span><span style="color: #202020; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Leo helps us get in touch with our
true inner selves and at this time we have the possibility of focusing on what
we really need and want. This is the time to be your own supporter, as well as supporting
others. The focus of Mercury in this sign will be on what brings us the most
joy, happiness and fun.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="color: #202020; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Leo is expressive, playful and more dramatic than any other
sign. The way we speak or even write can be designed to get others attention or
even get a rise out of someone else.</span><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> Our
communication and the way we present ourselves and our ideas will be far more
expressive and direct and we aren’t so afraid to take chances. At best self
expression can manifest in a creative and dramatic manner meant to draw in
those who are most significant whether in love, friendship or business. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><b><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">New
Moon in Cancer<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">This month’s New Moon falls on July 17<sup>th</sup>
at 24 degrees of Cancer. Cancer is the natural ruler of the 4<sup>th</sup>
house of home and family and the Cancer ruled Moon will concern those closest
to us and our emotions. This is the most sensitive and emotional of signs, and
its trine to Neptune creates a compassionate and creative energy. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mercury’s square to Jupiter is
typically pleasant but some things may get blown out of proportion.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The downside to this Moon is its
opposition to Pluto. This can bring up deep seated emotional issues and anger,
especially toward women or family members.
Don’t dwell on situations you cannot change just take action regarding
those things that are within your control. Moon-Pluto aspects also relate to
past situations that can come back in the form of emotional discontent.
Sometimes with a transit like this situations are revealed to be different than
what you thought.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">July 18<sup>th</sup> the North and South Nodes
change signs<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The North and south Nodes are not
planets but points in the chart. The change signs every 18 months and affect
our collective destiny. These are otherwise known as the lunar nodes and they
oppose each other.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">July 18<sup>th</sup>, the lunar nodes
change from the axis of Taurus/Scorpio to Aries/Libra for the next 18 months. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Our collective as well as personal
destiny is shown in the North and South Nodes. These are not planets but
calculated points in the chart. Everyone is born with both a North and South
node, which show us where we are headed as a collective. Both nodes tell a
story regarding our fate and destiny; the North node is where we are headed and
the South node shows us what we need to leave behind or release. While the
North Node is the ideal of what we hope to achieve, the South Node is what can
hold us back.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">When the North Node enters Aires
(South node in Libra) we will be called to balance our own personal interests
versus the interests of others in society as well as partnership issues. We
will be asked to find a new direction between ourselves as individuals versus
our relationships and personal/social networks.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Anyone born over the next 18 months
will be born with their North and South Node in Libra/Aries which will point to
their personal destiny. The last time the lunar nodes transited through
Aries-Libra was December 27, 2004-June 22, 2006.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Venus retrogrades!<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">July 22, at 9:33 PM, EDT the planet of
love reverses course and retrogrades until September 4<sup>th</sup> in the sign
of Leo, ruler of the 5<sup>th</sup> house of love.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><i><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">As Venus
retrogrades </span></i><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">we
have an opportunity to rethink and re-access our relationships with others and
those closest to us. Love energy may be harder to come by during this period,
but we may compensate for this by loving ourselves more. Feelings and intellect
may become more defined giving clear ideas, originality and intuition, and an
appreciation for all that is light and airy in relationships<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">If you begin a new relationship on a
retrograde Venus it is said the love energy is never fully expressed. If this
is the case, things could also change after Venus turns direct again and energy
shifts. Venus retrograde is sometimes associated with those we have known in
the past. At times we can reconnect, or take many trips down memory lane.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><u><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Venus retrogrades
repeat by sign every 8 years<o:p></o:p></span></u></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Venus retrogrades every 18 months and
the retrograde period lasts about 42 days. Venus repeats it’s retrograde in the
same sign every 8 years. You could experience something similar to the Venus
retrograde summer of 2015. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><u><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Venus retrograde
and its karmic affect<o:p></o:p></span></u></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Venus retrograde affects love, money
and our social lives. When it is retrograde all of these things can become more
difficult in some way, but at the same time we can gain more clarity as to
where we are going and who we are going there with. Venus retrograde is a
karmic period and at times our love lives can take dramatic shifts one way or
another. The karma of relationships
sometimes plays out and relationships can end, or come back together. If a
relationship comes back together it was meant to, and if one ends at this time,
it is granting you the freedom to find someone more appropriate.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><u><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Love, money and
values<o:p></o:p></span></u></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Venus retrograde will affect our
personal lives and it will play out in the world as well. Venus retrograde will
be followed by Jupiter’s retrograde on September 4<sup>th</sup>, the same day
Venus turns direct<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The collective will be affected by Venus
retrograde. During this time we will be forced to re-evaluate what is working,
what is not, and what we value as individuals as well as a collective, and make
changes toward those ideas that do not serve the majority well.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The Sun enters Leo<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">July 22, the Sun enters Leo for the
next month. While Cancer rules home and family, Leo rules the 5<sup>th</sup>
house of love and entertainment. While Cancer is about family get togethers and
vacations, Leo is geared toward singles, fun and romance. Now is the time to
dip your toes into the water and enjoy it as the season is so fleeting. This
time can be a much welcome break from the stress and seriousness of the world
so grab your fun in the sun while you can.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Leo is ruled by the Sun which gives us
life and warmth and at this time of the year is impossible to ignore. Leo
energy is confident and bold and this can be the best time of the year for
friendship, fun and summer romance. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="clay-paragraph" style="margin-bottom: 15.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, "sans-serif"; font-size: 16pt;">Leo is a fire sign and fire signs are prone to action,
movement and creation, and they seldom let grass grow under their feet. When
the Sun is in Leo we often want to shine, be in the spotlight and receive
attention, or even come across as dramatic. Leo energy is not afraid to be
front and center or larger than normal life and extraordinary. Now is your time
to shine in whatever endeavor you choose so the plunge and be bold! You will be
your best own cheerleader so make the most of it.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="clay-paragraph" style="margin-bottom: 15.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, "sans-serif"; font-size: 16pt;">Even those who like to typically remain behind the
scenes could start to desire more recognition and praise for what they do. Shy
people may come out of their shell a little more during the Sun’s time in Leo.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="clay-paragraph" style="margin-bottom: 15.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, "sans-serif"; font-size: 16pt;">Leo is a regal sign that rules royalty, theatre and
acting. With the Sun (and Mercury) in a fire element this becomes a take charge
kind of energy. At best this energy can help you take command of your life,
express yourself your way in an adventurous and striking manner and inspire
more confidence. At worst its worst, Leo can be overly dramatic and too
demanding of attention. Watch these traits and enjoy the inner child within.
One of Leo’s best qualities is the ability to get in touch with the child
within. In this way they never grow old.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="clay-paragraph" style="margin-bottom: 15.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><b><span style="font-family: Calibri, "sans-serif"; font-size: 16pt;">Mercury enters Virgo<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p style="background: white; line-height: 16.8pt; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, "sans-serif"; font-size: 16pt;">July 28<sup>th</sup> Mercury
enters the 3<sup>rd</sup> sign of the month; Virgo where it will remain until
October 5<sup>th</sup> due to its retrograde in august. </span><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mercury
will transit through Virgo August 11-28 where it is considered by astrologers
to be ‘at home,’ so this will be a major energetic switch from Mercury in Leo. Mercury
is the planetary ruler of both Gemini and Virgo. While Mercury in Gemini is
associated with quick responses, intelligence, and communication about a many
different ideas, when Mercury is in Virgo communication and thinking is geared
more toward facilitating ideas, analyzing information and presenting facts in a
straight forward and factual manner. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="background: white; line-height: 16.8pt; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Gemini may reach out for
information of all types and go in different directions but Virgo hones in on
what is most important and puts that information to practical use. While both
signs rule Mercury, they each have a very different approach and purpose.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="background: white; line-height: 16.8pt; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Virgo is very discerning and is
often considered lazar focused. The downside to Mercury in Virgo is that at
times it can be so discerning one can become lost in details, overly critical
or picky, and this can be misinterpreted (or not). It is important to remember
that while constructive criticism is one thing, Virgo can get caught up in
being so overly critical, others are turned off. Most of the time however,
Virgo’s true intent is just to get things right.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="background: white; line-height: 16.8pt; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mercury is in Virgo for 16 days,
just over two weeks. Use this time to work on projects that require organization,
study, timing and important communication and you should do well. Details
should end up being flawless.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="background: white; line-height: 16.8pt; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><b><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Other
transits of significance;<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p style="background: white; line-height: 16.8pt; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">July 10<sup>th</sup>, Mercury
opposes Pluto-This can be considered a transit of propaganda when others try
and sway your opinion or vice versa. You could get some type of unwanted news,
and arguments are possible. Be careful if you travel, especially in terms of
driving. This will be a heavy news day.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="background: white; line-height: 16.8pt; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">July 20<sup>th</sup>-21<sup>st</sup>-Two
oppositions occur over these several days including the Sun’s opposition to
Pluto and Mars opposing Saturn. Sun-Pluto aspects can coincide with endings of
some type or they can relate to power struggles. Pluto likes to dig beneath the
surface in terms of all things including our emotions and subconscious mind.
This aspect is prone toward feelings of forced change and something or someone
could reach the tipping point. This is a day to remain cool, and if you push,
expect push back. This aspect hits Pluto in the US chart the day before and we
can expect to see political arguments and those who vie for control. Media and
publishing may come to the fore in some way.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="background: white; line-height: 16.8pt; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> </span></p><p style="background: white; line-height: 16.8pt; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mars opposition to Saturn is prone
to tiredness and a feeling of blocked energy. Mars-Saturn energy can be cold
and associated with feelings of cruelty. Arguments may be prominent at this
time, so use care. This transit is associated with military and police action
and we can expect a significant news cycle.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="background: white; line-height: 16.8pt; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">July 23<sup>rd</sup>, Mercury
squares Uranus. This is prone toward nervousness and unexpected news and or
change. Use care while driving as this is prone to unexpected accidents.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="background: white; line-height: 16.8pt; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in;"><b><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> </span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> </span></p><p>
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Leo and remain together until July 10th. Venus will remain in this sign for the
next 4 months due to its retrograde in July. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 7.5pt;"><span style="color: black; font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">When
Venus transits through Leo our thoughts turn to love, desire, passion and fun.
Leo loves to indulge, eat, drink, entertain, buy beautiful things, socialize
and be merry! The best and highest manifestation of Venus in Leo is childlike
joy, fun and happiness along with mutual respect for yourself and others.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">When Shakespeare wrote “All the
world’s a stage and all the men and women merely players. They have their exits
and their entrances, and one man in his time plays many parts,” he must have
surely been thinking of Venus in Leo.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="tab-stops: 209.25pt;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Leo
is entertaining, bold and dramatic and many will play out their dramas in real
life between now and October. We will experience a great deal of acting out and
people will speak their minds, hopes, desires and needs in a bigger way.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Some will come across as flashier and make
large gestures toward those they are romantically or physically attracted to.
Now is the time to take a chance and enjoy the warm weather and the possibility
of summer romance with the two planets of love in Leo.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="tab-stops: 209.25pt;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The
downside of Venus- Leo occurs when things go sideways in love or someone
doesn’t feel as though they are being treated with enough deference. The green
eyed monster can make an appearance if things don’t go just right, or if enough
attention isn’t being paid to the significant other.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Personal drama can be extreme, over-stated or
egotistical, and actions or even conversations can occur simply for the
dramatic effect they will cause. Leo does not like to be turned down or
criticized and can take great offence when this occurs, or simply walk away
never to be heard from again.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="tab-stops: 209.25pt;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">When
Venus and Mars join up sparks can really fly. Venus and Mars are the two
planets of love and when they are together more opportunities exist to meet
someone special. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="tab-stops: 209.25pt;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">This
combination could really work well for Leo, Aries in particular and Sagittarius.
It is not limited to these signs however and can aspect other planets in your
chart if favorable. This will be the most fun loving and exciting time of the
year. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="tab-stops: 209.25pt;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Venus retrogrades July 23rd<o:p></o:p></span></u></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Venus turns retrograde
in Leo July 23<sup>rd</sup> until September 4<sup>th</sup>. </span><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Venus is the
planet that rules love, money, values and our social lives. When Venus
retrogrades love matters can slow down or change, break ups can occur, some
couples get back together and at times people can even change partners during
this powerful cycle of Venus. Our values can change or become more clearly
defined at this time and retrograde Venus can affect money matters as well as
our social lives s depending on the part of your chart Venus is retrograding
through.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Since
Venus retrogrades in the sign Leo we can look for this period of time to
involve a great deal of drama; some of it just for effect.</span><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">When Venus retrogrades<i> </i></span><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">we have an opportunity to rethink and reassess
our relationships with others and those closest to us. Love energy may be
harder to come by during this period, but we may compensate for this by loving
ourselves more and participating in more self care at this time. Feelings may
become more defined about whom and what is most important in our lives.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Problems can come
to the surface in relationships so they may be dealt with. At times, new
information about a partner or potential partner may come to the surface that
can seal the relationship or end it depending on the strength of the bond
between two people and their status with each other.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">If you begin a
new relationship on a retrograde Venus it is said the love energy is never
fully expressed. If this is the case, things could also change after Venus
turns direct again and energy shifts again. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Venus retrograde
is strongly associated with those we have known in the past. At times we can
reconnect, or take many pleasant trips down memory lane. We may have no
interest in reconnecting with some who may reach out at this time, or
alternatively it could be someone who has had meaning at some point in our
lives. Those you may run into from the past are not necessarily all of a
romantic nature but can include friends, clients and others, and you may reach
out to others as well.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Many astrologers
including myself associate retrograde Venus with ‘fated events,’ or situations
and changes that are meant to be. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Those
relationships that end are simply an open door toward meeting someone more
suitable. If you get back together with someone during this period, that is meant
to be as well.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><b><u><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Other
possibilities of this transit include:<o:p></o:p></span></u></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">-Becoming acutely aware of financial loss or gain<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">-Giving up on a friendship or someone gives up on you.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">-Job loss<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">-Obsession with others, stalking or vice versa<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">-Rejection or rejecting someone else<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">-Issues concerning sex coming to the surface<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">-Sexual scandals or getting caught up in a ‘taboo’ relationship<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">-Circumstances, meetings and events that seem karmic<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 6.4pt;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Venus affects values, money and our social
lives<o:p></o:p></span></u></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Venus is not only the planet of love,
but it also rules money, values and our social lives and standing. During a
retrograde Venus money can become scarcer at times or slow down for a period.
If this is the case, it will typically pick back up when it turns direct again.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Our social lives can be affected as
well as matters of the heart. Friends may come or go, and we will spend time
redefining our closest relationships with others as well as love matters.
Sometimes we may decide to opt out of certain social circles if they are no
longer meeting our needs. Venus retrograde is typically not the most
significant or exciting period in our social lives. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Venus
retrogrades in the same sign every 8 years. The last time we experienced a
retrograde Venus in Leo was August/September of 2015. If that period of time
was significant in your life, this one may be as well.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Of course,
this will affect us globally as all transits do, and we will all be in a
position of reassessing our collective values. Expect much grandstanding among
politicians! <o:p></o:p></span></p><br /><p></p>Leslie Halehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16527020713876450557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5205795449275397760.post-86416504324897445302023-06-08T11:32:00.001-07:002023-06-08T11:32:41.772-07:00Pluto returns to Capricorn June 11th<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioJlk7qUbPXn4NSYyRdYfk7Ur3KmV-voFZfUVakjjg-KZEiy5zJSaUl1rRio7_xUtIHnkfLG0LItT9WRSYwCFOKXBjkX8c5bGT7t79MXxmxR95IVeEqUYa5Qm7V0L6iK_lYSTzs4fh3jQZ8nLSAsqaYblH5ko9aaINaqg4QY7A8KW1oTx9n__CsNFO/s600/pluto%20from%20one%20of%20its%20moons-.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="398" data-original-width="600" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioJlk7qUbPXn4NSYyRdYfk7Ur3KmV-voFZfUVakjjg-KZEiy5zJSaUl1rRio7_xUtIHnkfLG0LItT9WRSYwCFOKXBjkX8c5bGT7t79MXxmxR95IVeEqUYa5Qm7V0L6iK_lYSTzs4fh3jQZ8nLSAsqaYblH5ko9aaINaqg4QY7A8KW1oTx9n__CsNFO/s320/pluto%20from%20one%20of%20its%20moons-.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Pluto is the planet that rules the
collective and influences us on both a global and personal level depending on
what it is doing in your personal chart. Since March 23<sup>rd</sup>, Pluto has
been in the sign of Aquarius and we have seen many changes in our lives and on
the global stage. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>One of the biggest
affects of Pluto in Aquarius is that we all know now how powerful AI is going
to be and how it will transform the world for better or worse. Bear in mind,
the last time Pluto was in Aquarius we experienced the Industrial revolution
and we will see profound changes this time as well.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Pluto will re-enter Capricorn <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">June 12th until January 21<sup>st</sup>,
2024</b> when it will enter Aquarius for the 2<sup>nd</sup> time.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">If you have cardinal signs in your
chart (Aries, Libra, Cancer or Capricorn) at 27-29 degrees you will be
especially affected by this transit of Pluto over the next 2 years and can
expect difficult change depending on the part of your chart Pluto is affecting.
If you have planets from 27-29 degrees of Taurus, Virgo, Scorpio or Pisces the
change will be much easier. If you have planets at 29 degrees of Capricorn
expect profound change over the next 2 years depending on where the aspect is
in your chart.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">In the world, Pluto in Capricorn is
about top heavy patriarchal systems of government, and Plutocrats as we have
seen for a number of years now. Capricorn rules big business, governments,
power and control. Pluto in Capricorn has been a difficult transit for many
since it began in 2008 coinciding with the Bank crash and the “Great Recession.”
Pluto in Sagittarius (1996-2008) was ruled by Jupiter, the planet of expansion,
and Pluto in Capricorn is ruled by Saturn, the planet of restriction so you can
see the stark difference between these two signs, not to mention the years of
Covid when Pluto conjuncted Saturn.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">In total we will experience two more
periods of Pluto/Capricorn; June-December 2023 and finally September-November
2024 which will be the last pass of Pluto in this sign (Capricorn) for 248
years.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Pluto in Aquarius</span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Pluto in Aquarius is ruled by Saturn
but also unpredictable Uranus. Aquarius is about the people and Capricorn is
about Plutocrats so we can expect many things to clash and fade from the old
into something new over the next several years and this will occur on a global
level. The last time Pluto entered Aquarius we saw both the American and French
Revolutions and the people demanding freedom from what they saw as repressive
governments. With Pluto’s entrance into Aquarius over the past 3 months we have
seen ‘the people’ across the globe demanding freedom and fighting restrictions.
In Afghanistan women are fighting for their rights to be considered autonomous
human beings, in the US woman are once again fighting for the right to bodily
autonomy as opposed to those who desire ‘forced births’ since The Supreme Court
gave this decision of abortion rights to the Sates. In France the people are
opposing an arbitrary change in retirement age, and so it goes around the
globe.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">On November 20<sup>th</sup>, 2024 when
Pluto finally enters Aquarius for the next 19 years we will truly be entering
into a new world where the people will demand to not only be heard, but demand
their needs are met on any number of subjects. This does not mean everything
will simply fall into place because it never does and nothing is ever perfect.
We have to fight for our freedoms but this time, the people have a far better
chance of winning. While astrologers differ on the ‘Age of Aquarius,’ Pluto in
Aquarius will take us there literally, metaphorically or however you want to
look at it.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">In the meantime, we can expect to go
back to the concerns of December 2022-March of 2023 as Pluto retrogrades from
29- 27 degrees of Capricorn. Late September-October when Pluto is at 27 degrees
we will experience one last pass of the Pluto return in the US chart so we can
expect this to be an extremely intense time in the US with a great deal of
struggle over power and control. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In many
cases, the corrupt will be exposed for what and who they are.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Pluto or any other planet at 29
degrees is considered a ‘critical degree’ also known as the Anaretic degree. This
means there can be issues with decision making, jumping into situations
blindly, a sense of urgency and crisis situations that arise. The 29<sup>th</sup>
degree is also considered fated.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Pluto
will be at 29 degrees June 11-July 27<sup>th</sup> and again December 20<sup>th</sup>-January
21<sup>st</sup>, 2024.</span></p>
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<p></p>Leslie Halehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16527020713876450557noreply@blogger.com0