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New Moon in Pisces ~ February 21, 2012

noreply@blogger.com (astrogrrl.com) — Sun, 19 Feb 2012 15:19:00 +0000

Lunation © António Cidadão via APOD

New Moons signify rebirth, beginnings, a clean slate, the start of a new cycle. This new moon highlights Pisces qualities (imagination, compassion, enlightenment, sacrifice) and 12th house themes (secrets, subconscious, addictions, institutions). In Pisces, the Moon is intuitive, spiritual, insightful, hopeful and attuned to the energies beyond the physical and mental realms.

Pisces is natively ruled by Neptune, who is settling in her home sign of Pisces, after having come home earlier this month. The Pisces-New Moon (blending of heart & soul) cozies up with Neptune. Will this be a new moon phase filled with insight or confusion? Will clarity reveal that which has eluded you or will the fog make it more difficult to see what's right there in front of you? Pisces is the third water sign of the zodiac. Its sensitivity to the what's unseen but just as true is where the magic lives. It's where illusions turn into insight and intuition proves to be spot on.

With Mercury also in the sign of Pisces, the truth or clarity you seek may be more challenging to determine if logic and reason are what you're relying upon. The heart sometimes knows what the conscious mind has yet to understand or get even an inkling of.

Elsewhere in the sky, retrograde-Mars (action/drive) continues to retrace his steps from the past couple of months, as retrograde-Saturn (reality/work) hangs around the last degree of Libra while somewhat aligned to Neptune (dreams/hope). Perhaps, this new moon phase might take you back to the end of last year/beginning of this year...and events/issues/people encountered now are reminiscent of that period.

However this new moon plays out in your world, remember that the answer is often found within the self. Getting past the noise or distractions and becoming attuned with one's self, one's core, one's heart may be worth the journey and effort.

This new moon occurs at 3° of Pisces. Those born within 3 days of February 21st or August 25th; or have planets/house angles around 3° of mutable signs may feel the effects of this new moon stronger than most.

For me, this New Moon trines my natal Sun (soul/potential), conjuncts my natal North Node (life path) and falls in my natal 6th house (work/health). I spent much of last year running myself down. I spending this year, so far, regaining balance between life, work, family, living, fun, health :) This new moon phase fits very well with my goal of having a different type of "routine" ... one that revolves around a healthier lifestyle -- physically, mentally, emotionally, socially, and psychologically.

How might this new moon manifest in your life? Look to the natal house this new moon will occupy in your birth chart. Match the sign and degree to the sign on the house cusp. Use the list below to identify the Pisces zodiac sign then click here to read about the New Moon in Houses.

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For those without a birth chart, you may use your Sun sign or Rising/Ascendant sign, if you know it. Look for your Sun and Rising signs below then click here for an explanation of New Moon illuminating those houses.

Aries-Sun or Aries Rising ~ 12th House
Taurus-Sun or Taurus Rising ~ 11th House
Gemini-Sun or Gemini-Rising ~ 10th House
Cancer-Sun or Cancer-Rising ~ 9th House
Leo-Sun or Leo-Rising ~ 8th House
Virgo-Sun or Virgo-Rising ~ 7th House
Libra-Sun or Libra-Rising ~ 6th House
Scorpio-Sun or Scorpio-Rising ~ 5th House
Sagittarius-Sun or Sagittarius-Rising ~ 4th House
Capricorn-Sun or Capricorn-Rising ~ 3rd House
Aquarius-Sun or Aquarius-Rising ~ 2nd House
Pisces-Sun or Pisces-Rising ~ 1st House

Unsure if you have natal planets/house angles on or around 3° of mutable signs? Cast your own birth chart at alabe.com for use as reference -- birth date, time, and place required.

For those doing the new moon wishes ritual, the moon will be new on February 21st at 2:35 p.m. Pacific / 5:35 p.m. Eastern and will be void of course the following day, February 22nd, at 6:23 p.m. Pacific / 9:23 p.m. Eastern. Click here for Jan Spiller's DailyOm.com article, briefly explaining new moon wishes. (opens a new window)

Related article: New Moon in Natal Houses

"Lunation" - image credit and © to António Cidadão via APOD.

Full Moon in Leo ~ February 7, 2012

noreply@blogger.com (astrogrrl.com) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 01:37:00 +0000

Image credit & © to news59.tv

The waxing moon grows full in the bold, courageous, and magnanimous sign of Leo. Full moons signify the completion, culmination of what may have been initiated during the previous new moon in Aquarius which encouraged us to dream big, get out of a rut, and get unstuck. This Full Moon in Leo wonders whether we are brave enough to follow through on our intentions/objectives and dares us to be courageous enough to walk the talk.

We're already into the second month of the year. How have we fared so far with our good intentions of making this a different year than previous years? If you started off the year taking steps toward achieving resolutions, then you're well on your way, especially if you've successfully integrated changes into your everyday. Kudos!

But then again, maybe you're like me ... I do really well a week at a time but only every other week :) Life, work, friends, family ... still doing our best with the balancing act and injecting personal improvements when the opportunity arise. Is this effort good enough though? In the immediate, maybe. In the longer term, however, it will only work if we learn to create the opportunities, make the time, put the self higher up on the list of priorities.

During this full moon phase, put an end to the excuses (even if they are good ones :). Be like Nike and just do it! You can make this the year that you envisioned it to be.

This full moon happens on February 7th at 1:53 p.m. PST / 4:53 p.m. EST and at 19° of Leo. Those born within 3 days of February 7th or August 10th or with natal planets and/or house angles on or around 19° of fixed signs may experience the effects of this full moon stronger than others.

For me, this Leo-Full Moon trines my natal Moon and squares my natal Saturn; as a Virgo-rising, falls in my natal 11th house (friendships/associations) and as a Cancer-Sun, falls in my solar 2nd house (income/possessions). What may be well with my heart (trine to my Moon) may not necessarily be what works, what's right or what should be (square to my Saturn). Or perhaps, what I truly desire presently is just not possible for now. But then again, I may get I wish for only to find out that the reality of it may be more than I bargained for :) With the 2nd house in play, I'll keep the spending minimal.

How might this full moon manifest in your world? Match the sign and degree to determine what house this full moon falls in. Use the list of zodiac signs below to identify the sign Leo on your birth chart then click here for a brief explanation on the Full Moon transit in that house.

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If you don't have your birth chart, you may use your Sun sign and/or your Rising/Ascendant sign, if you know it. Look for your Sun and Rising Signs below then click here for a brief explanation of the Full Moon transit in those houses.

Aries-Sun or Aries-Rising ~ 5th house
Taurus-Sun or Taurus Rising ~ 4th house
Gemini-Sun or Gemini-Rising ~ 3rd house
Cancer-Sun or Cancer-Rising ~ 2nd house
Leo-Sun or Leo-Rising ~ 1st house
Virgo-Sun or Virgo-Rising ~ 12th house
Libra-Sun or Libra-Rising ~ 11th house
Scorpio-Sun or Scorpio-Rising ~ 10th house
Sagittarius-Sun or Sagittarius-Rising ~ 9th house
Capricorn-Sun or Capricorn-Rising ~ 8th house
Aquarius-Sun or Aquarius-Rising ~ 7th house
Pisces-Sun or Pisces-Rising ~ 6th house

Unsure if you have natal planets/house planets on or around 19 degrees of fixed signs? Cast your own birth chart at alabe.com for use as reference -- birth date, time and place required.

Related article: The Full Moon in Natal Houses

Image credit and © to news59.tv.

New Moon in Aquarius ~ January 22/23, 2012

noreply@blogger.com (astrogrrl.com) — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 02:41:00 +0000

An airplane in front of the moon © Chris Thomas

New Moons signify rebirth, beginnings, a clean slate, the start of a new cycle. This new moon highlights Aquarius qualities (inventive, independent thinking, unconventional, individual growth/evolution) and 11th house themes (friendships, group relations, relation to humanity as a whole). In Aquarius, the Moon is eccentric, unpredictable, fun, friendly, a risk-taker, and a humanitarian.

The Aquarius-New Moon (blending of heart & soul) squares Jupiter (opportunities), encouraging us to dream big ... but be mindful of actually taking steps towards making those dreams happen. Elsewhere in the sky, Saturn (reality) and Neptune (imagination) are harmoniously aligned, while Mercury (thought) and Mars (action) are also linked in a friendly way. This combination of energies may just give us the balance necessary between dreaming and doing, wishing and acting, planning and committing to the work. If you're feeling stuck, the Aquarius-New Moon phase can help get you started with getting unstuck.

This new moon occurs at 3° of Aquarius. Those born within 3 days of January 22nd or July 25th; or have planets/house angles around 3° of fixed signs may experience the effects of this new moon stronger than most.

For me, this New Moon trines my Uranus (change from the norm) and as a Virgo-rising, falls on my natal 5th house (creative projects) and as a Cancer-Sun, falls on my solar 8th house (finances). After my trip to Quito last fall, I decided that I should learn some Spanish. Now that the holidays are over and with the new moon touching my Uranus, instead of slowly settling back into my everyday norm, I'll change it up a bit by adding some Spanish study time :) This weekend, I plan to tackle getting my taxes done (or at least manageable) so, that fits quite well with the new moon in my solar 8th, too.

How might this new moon manifest in your life? Look to the natal house this new moon will occupy in your birth chart. Match the sign and degree to the sign on the house cusp. Use the list below to identify the Aquarius zodiac sign then click here to read about the New Moon in Houses.

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For those without a birth chart, you may use your Sun sign or Rising/Ascendant sign, if you know it. Look for your Sun and Rising signs below then click here for an explanation of New Moon illuminating those houses.

Aries-Sun or Aries-Rising ~ 11th house
Taurus-Sun or Taurus Rising ~ 10th house
Gemini-Sun or Gemini-Rising ~ 9th house
Cancer-Sun or Cancer-Rising ~ 8th house
Leo-Sun or Leo-Rising ~ 7th house
Virgo-Sun or Virgo-Rising ~ 6th house
Libra-Sun or Libra-Rising ~ 5th house
Scorpio-Sun or Scorpio-Rising ~ 4th house
Sagittarius-Sun or Sagittarius-Rising ~ 3rd house
Capricorn-Sun or Capricorn-Rising ~ 2nd house
Aquarius-Sun or Aquarius-Rising ~ 1st house
Pisces-Sun or Pisces-Rising ~ 12th house

Unsure if you have natal planets/house angles on or around 3° of fixed signs? Cast your own birth chart at alabe.com for use as reference -- birth date, time, and place required.

For those doing the new moon wishes ritual, the moon will be new on January 22nd at 11:39 p.m. PST / January 23rd at 2:39 a.m. EST and will be void of course on January 25th at 12:33 a.m. PST / 3:33 a.m. EST. Click here for Jan Spiller's DailyOm.com article, briefly explaining new moon wishes. (opens a new window)

Related article: New Moon in Natal Houses

"An Airplane in Front of the Moon" - Image credit & copyright to Chris Thomas via APOD.

Full Moon in Cancer ~ January 8/9, 2012

noreply@blogger.com (astrogrrl.com) — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0000

Parthenon Moon © Anthony Ayiomamitis

Full moons signify the completion, culmination of what may have been initiated during the previous new moon in Capricorn which might have shown us underlying truths, whether we wanted to know or were to find out about. This Full Moon in Cancer encourages us to do something about it, whatever "it" might be for each of our situations. Make a choice. Take action. Find closure/release.

The Moon is at home in Cancer and shines a spotlight on our family life, inner sanctum and emotional self. The Cancer-Moon (inner self) seeks balance with the Capricorn-Sun (external drives) while also making a friendly connection with Mars (motivation). In Cancer, the Moon is emotionally-driven and is motivated by considering the needs of others, especially family. There might be a tendency for protection -- keeping the family safe/secure or self-protection from hurt/disappointment. With Mars also going retrograde before month's end, events/issues surrounding this full moon may resurface around this time again next month. However, this full moon might play out in your world, let your actions (Mars) reflect your heart (Moon) and soul (Sun).

This Full Moon occurs at 19 degrees of Cancer on January 8th (11:30 p.m. Pacific) / January 9th (2:30 a.m. Eastern). Those born within 3 days of January 8 and June 9 or with natal planets and/or house angles on or around 19 degrees of cardinal signs may feel the effects of this full moon stronger than others.

For me, this Full Moon forms a cardinal t-square (challenging energy) with my natal moon, is conjunct (blends energies) my natal Mars, and as a Cancer-Sun, falls in my solar 1st house (self/potential) and as a Virgo-rising, falls in my natal 10th house (future plans). Perhaps it's time to stop fighting against what in my heart, I know, is true and must be done. Make time. Make it happen. It might not be easy, but what worthwhile thing does not involve sweat and commitment, right?

How might this full moon manifest in your world? Match the sign and degree to determine what house this full moon falls in. Use the list of zodiac signs below to identify the sign Cancer on your birth chart then click here for a brief explanation on the Full Moon transit in that house.

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If you don't have your birth chart, you may use your Sun sign and/or your Rising/Ascendant sign, if you know it. Look for your Sun and Rising Signs below then click here for a brief explanation of the Full Moon transit in those houses.

Aries-Sun or Aries Rising ~ 4th House
Taurus-Sun or Taurus Rising ~ 3rd House
Gemini-Sun or Gemini-Rising ~ 2nd House
Cancer-Sun or Cancer-Rising ~ 1st House
Leo-Sun or Leo-Rising ~ 12th House
Virgo-Sun or Virgo-Rising ~ 11th House
Libra-Sun or Libra-Rising ~ 10th House
Scorpio-Sun or Scorpio-Rising ~ 9th House
Sagittarius-Sun or Sagittarius-Rising ~ 8th House
Capricorn-Sun or Capricorn-Rising ~ 7th House
Aquarius-Sun or Aquarius-Rising ~ 6th House
Pisces-Sun or Pisces-Rising ~ 5th House

Unsure if you have natal planets/house planets on or around 19 degrees of cardinal signs? Cast your own birth chart at alabe.com for use as reference -- birth date, time and place required.

Related article ~ The Full Moon in Natal Houses

"Parthenon Moon" - Image credit and copyright to Anthony Ayiomamitis (TWAN) via APOD.

It's 2012!

noreply@blogger.com (astrogrrl.com) — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 01:42:00 +0000

2012 © Simone Ciliberti

Hello friends and potential friends :)

Every year I wonder how the previous year seemed to have come and gone ever so quickly! It's no different this time around. Well, it's been a long while since I've posted. I hope to change that this year. I'm starting small. A post for each of the new and full moons monthly ... starting with the full moon in Cancer on January 8th/9th.

Thank you for all the emails, comments, feedback, light and love that you've sent my way over the past several months. They are much appreciated and apologies for those of you I have yet to send a reply to. I have missed you all and missed writing, as well.

Cheers to a wonderful new year. Many blessings.

Light and love,

Jan

Mars in Cancer ~ August 3 to September 18, 2011

noreply@blogger.com (astrogrrl.com) — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 04:00:00 +0000

Water Ice on Mars © NASA

Mars leaves curious Gemini for sensitive Cancer. Mars governs our aggression, self-assertion, physical activities, and passions. In Gemini, he is an eager, fast-moving multi-tasker. In Cancer, Mars is conscientious, motivated to satisfy the needs of others, and protect those who are dear to us. Mars' anger is slow to burn in Cancer, but once expressed, his anger can be as destructive as a tidal wave.

Mars in Cancer reminds us that actions to the benefit another or others are honorable and should not be seen as a weakness. It is far more difficult and requires more inner strength to become vulnerable enough to let others/another know that we care...that we care enough to put their needs about ours. Mars in Cancer is also more subtle in his ways. There's no need to bulldoze our ideas or desires if the desired results can be done more quietly and amiably. At best, Mars in Cancer is protective, sympathetic, and understanding. At worst, passive, overemotional, and clingy.

Mars enters Cancer on August 3 at 2:22 a.m. PDT / 5:22 a.m. EDT and will stay through September 18th. On the day Mars enters Cancer, Mercury will have just begun retrograde motion. When a planet is retrograde, our focus turn inward. Between Mars in reserved Cancer and four celestial bodies retrograde (Mercury, Uranus, Neptune, Pluto & Chiron), the month of August may be more introspective this year than usual.

Those who have Mars in Cancer natally will have their Mars Return during this period. Mars Return occurs approximately every two years, and is usually an ideal time to make movements on future plans or take action on shorter-term goals. Look to the house placement and natal aspects to your natal Mars to get an idea of what may be highlighted/triggered during your Mars Return. Some people find this period ideal for making career-related plans. With Mercury retrograde, some may find that desired results may be slow to come despite the hard work put in or perhaps extra obstacles or delays push back plans, especially those with natal Mars between 0° and 16° of Cancer. Instead of being frustrated or impatient, remember that the universe also has its own timing and there may be a reason for the delay that your conscious mind cannot quite grasp. Remember to listen to your intuitive self. Reflection can lead to insight that may be of help in find solutions to blockages, delays, or obstacles.

How might Mars' transit in Cancer manifest in your world? Look to the Cancer-ruled house/s in your birth chart. Match the sign with the house cusp/s on your birth chart. Use the list of zodiac sign below to identify the Cancer zodiac sign on your birth chart then click here for an explanation of Mars transiting those solar and/or natal houses.

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For those without a birth chart, you may use your Sun sign or Rising/Ascendant sign, if you know it. Look for your Sun and/or Rising Sign below then click here for an explanation of Mars transiting those solar and/or natal houses.

Aries-Sun or Aries Rising ~ 4th House
Taurus-Sun or Taurus Rising ~ 3rd House
Gemini-Sun or Gemini-Rising ~ 2nd House
Cancer-Sun or Cancer-Rising ~ 1st House
Leo-Sun or Leo-Rising ~ 12th House
Virgo-Sun or Virgo-Rising ~ 11th House
Libra-Sun or Libra-Rising ~ 10th House
Scorpio-Sun or Scorpio-Rising ~ 9th House
Sagittarius-Sun or Sagittarius-Rising ~ 8th House
Capricorn-Sun or Capricorn-Rising ~ 7th House
Aquarius-Sun or Aquarius-Rising ~ 6th House
Pisces-Sun or Pisces-Rising ~ 5th House

Alternatively, you may cast your own birth chart at alabe.com for use as reference -- birth date, time, and place required.

Are you celebrating a birthday? Schedule a session for a Mars Return (if you have Mars in Cancer natally), Solar Return (birthdays) or 3-Chart Package Reading (detailed natal & overall outlook for the next 12 months). Or you might consider giving a loved one the gift of insight.

What significance do planets, signs, and houses have in astrology? Planets have the function, the job to do. The style/manner they will use get that job done is defined by the zodiac sign they occupy. Where in our life the job gets done is determined by the house the planet occupies/transits. So, when Mars (aggression) is in Aries (bold), he is more assertive than when he is in Cancer (sensitive). When traveling through the 10th house (professional life), he may bring his confidence and motivation in matters relating to our career. While in the 11th house (friendships), we may be more inclined to having our social calendar packed with activities. Having the foresight for what may be coming up or receiving confirmation on what may be happening now are ways astrology can be beneficial ... as above, so below.

Related articles:
Transiting Mars in Natal Houses
Current Planetary Transits
Solar Returns Explained ~ your personal year
Schedule an appointment
Client reviews

Water Ice on Mars © NASA

Mercury Retrograde ~ August 2 to 26, 2011

noreply@blogger.com (astrogrrl.com) — Tue, 02 Aug 2011 04:00:00 +0000

Mercury's horizon as seen by the Messenger © NASA

Mercury takes his quarterly break and joins Uranus, Neptune, Pluto & Chiron in retrograde motion. Mercury stations on August 2nd at 8:50 p.m. PDT / 11:50 p.m. EDT, and retrogrades until August 26th. He retraces his steps from 1° of Virgo back to 18° of Leo. Mercury returns to Leo on August 8th, and re-enters Virgo on September 8/9. The complete retrograde cycle, including the shadow period, is from July 18 to September 10.

As previously posted: Following the standard with any retrograde planet, this Mercury retrograde period is a time for the prefix "re" -- reflect, rethink, re-plan, review, retool, reorganize, redefine, re-examine, rewrite, reread, repair. So reassess, as necessary and as much as you want, but avoid starting new projects, signing any contracts, or entering into any major agreements or commitments. It's easy to overlook details or neglect to include information pertinent to the terms. A change of mind is also common. If you must enter into an agreement during the retrograde period, it is important to re-read all fine print, have another set of eyes go over it, and get all your questions answered before completing the transaction.

This period does not need to be daunting and feared or cause you to suspend living your life in any way. Simply make allowances and/or preemptive actions to minimize the unavoidable retrograde effects. Do not underestimate the frustration, inconvenience, and havoc a Mercury retrograde can produce, however.

Mercury rules mental processes, communication, commerce, trade and affects all of these plus travel and electronics. Allow for delays, especially on the station days [which, for this current period, are August 2 & August 26]. Anticipate miscommunication so, ensure that all details are understood. Ask detailed questions to prevent misunderstandings. Wait until the retrograde period is over before buying a new computer, mp3 player, cell phone, or any other electronic items. If this is unavoidable, make sure the return/exchange/refund policy coverage is extensive enough that the purchased item can be returned/exchanged should it requires repair or replacement later. Consider buying the extra warranty offered, if the item is a costly one.

The shadow period began July 18th. Make note of events and issues beginning the shadow period. They may resurface around next month -- mid to late September. Perhaps, to find resolutions for unresolved issues or to revisit situations simply for them to be reflected upon.

How might Mercury's retrograde transit influence on your world? Look to the Virgo and Leo-ruled house/s in your birth chart. Match the signs AND degrees on your birth chart. Use the list of zodiac signs below to identify the Virgo and Leo zodiac sign on your birth chart then click here for a brief explanation of Mercury transiting those houses.

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Alternatively, you may cast your own birth chart at alabe.com for use as reference -- birth date, time, and place required.

I am also available personal consultations tailored to your needs. Are you celebrating a birthday? Or know someone who is? Schedule your session for a 12-Month Transit Chart , a Solar Return (birthdays), or 3-Chart Reading (detailed natal & overall outlook for the next 12 months) or request a quote for a more customized reading tailored to your needs. You might also want to consider giving a loved one the gift of insight.

Related articles:
Transiting Mercury in Natal Houses
Current Planetary Transits
Solar Returns Explained ~ your personal year
Schedule an appointment
Client reviews

Mercury's horizon as seen by the Messenger © NASA.

New Moon in Leo ~ July 30, 2011

noreply@blogger.com (astrogrrl.com) — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 04:00:00 +0000

Hideaway. Illustration credit & © Inga Nielsen via APOD.

The month of July began with a new moon; and now, as we close out the month, we herald a second July new moon. On July 1st, we had the New Moon/Solar Eclipse in Cancer which also happened to the third consecutive eclipse, having had two eclipses in June; now, on July 30th, we have the New Moon in Leo. New Moons signify rebirth, beginnings, a clean slate, the start of a new cycle. This new moon highlights Leo qualities (willful, charismatic, courageous, prideful, confident) and 5th house themes (love, pleasure, creative projects, children).

Leo is natively ruled by the Sun, the largest body in our solar system and the object that other celestial bodies orbit around. It's only appropriate that Leo loves attention :) This Leo-New Moon phase is an ideal period to initiate, create, renew. Express your true and whole self.

The Leo-New Moon (blending of heart & soul) square Jupiter (expansion) and sextile Saturn (restriction). Once again the new moon links to Saturn. Most of this year the new moon has had some type of relationship with Saturn -- January's Capricorn-Eclipsed New Moon squared Saturn, February's Aquarius-New Moon was trine Saturn, April's Aries-New Moon opposed Saturn, May's Taurus-New Moon was quincunxed Saturn, June's Gemini-Eclipsed New Moon was trine Saturn, and the first new moon of this month, Cancer's Eclipsed-New Moon, squared Saturn.

Saturn is Mr. Reality. With our renewals (new moons), he's been injecting his sobering influence on us. Has it been necessary to have had our restrictions/limitations be undeniably stare us in the face for us to see the reality within our given situations? Have we had to get whipped into submission so that we accept the harsh truths we may have been avoiding? Has the fog that's blinded us from 'seeing' been lifted, and the truth hurts? If your year has somewhat been like this, you can give some of the thanks (blame :) on Saturn's influence. His job to teach us and help us become improved versions of our selves by encouraging us (for those willing to learn) or forcing us (for those unwilling to learn) to meet and rise above the challenges we face.

This Leo-New Moon (blending of heart & soul) links up to both Jupiter (expansion) and Saturn (restriction). Jupiter represents growth, expansion, opportunities, hope, luck, and blessings. Even a little effort (Saturn) with the intent to change/renew (new moon) can have big results (Jupiter). Imagine what big efforts might result into. Hopefully, we'll be brave (Leo) and optimistic (Jupiter) enough to arm ourselves with our reality (Saturn) and start something/start over (new moon phase).

This new moon occurs on July 30th 11:40 a.m. PDT / 2:40 p.m. EDT and at 8° of Leo. Those born within 3 days of April 27 or July 30; or have planets/house angles around 8° of fixed signs may feel the effects of this new moon stronger than most.

For me, this New Moon falls in my natal 11th house of friendships (as a Virgo-rising) and solar 2nd house of income (as a Cancer-Sun). New friends? Renewal in finances? Sounds good to me :)

How might this new moon manifest in your life? Look to the natal house this new moon will occupy in your birth chart. Match the sign and degree to the sign on the house cusp. Use the list below to identify the Leo zodiac sign then click here to read about the New Moon in Houses.

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For those without a birth chart, you may use your Sun sign or Rising/Ascendant sign, if you know it. Look for your Sun and Rising signs below then click here for an explanation of New Moon illuminating those houses.

Aries-Sun or Aries-Rising ~ 5th house
Taurus-Sun or Taurus Rising ~ 4th house
Gemini-Sun or Gemini-Rising ~ 3rd house
Cancer-Sun or Cancer-Rising ~ 2nd house
Leo-Sun or Leo-Rising ~ 1st house
Virgo-Sun or Virgo-Rising ~ 12th house
Libra-Sun or Libra-Rising ~ 11th house
Scorpio-Sun or Scorpio-Rising ~ 10th house
Sagittarius-Sun or Sagittarius-Rising ~ 9th house
Capricorn-Sun or Capricorn-Rising ~ 8th house
Aquarius-Sun or Aquarius-Rising ~ 7th house
Pisces-Sun or Pisces-Rising ~ 6th house

Unsure if you have natal planets/house angles on or around 8° of fixed signs? Cast your own birth chart at alabe.com for use as reference -- birth date, time, and place required.

For those doing the new moon wishes ritual, the moon will be new on July 30th 11:40 a.m. PDT / 2:40 p.m. EDT and will be void of course on July 31st at 11:20 p.m. (Pacific) / August 1st at 2:20 a.m. (Eastern). Click here for Jan Spiller's DailyOm.com article, briefly explaining new moon wishes. (opens a new window)

I am also available for personal consultations. Are you celebrating a birthday soon? Or know someone who is? Schedule your session for a Solar Return (birthdays) or 3-Chart Reading (detailed natal & overall outlook for the next 12 months) or ask a question/request a quote for a more customized reading tailored to your needs. You might also consider giving a loved one the gift of insight.

Related articles:
New Moon in Natal Houses
Current Planetary Transits
Solar Returns Explained ~ your personal year
New Moon/Solar Eclipse in Cancer ~ July 1, 2011
Sun in Leo ~ July 22/23 to August 23, 2011

Hideaway. Illustration credit & © Inga Nielsen via APOD.

Mercury in Virgo ~ July 28 to August 8, 2011

noreply@blogger.com (astrogrrl.com) — Sun, 24 Jul 2011 04:00:00 +0000

Grand Central Terminal. Hercules (left), Mercury (center), and Minerva (right) via Wikipedia

Mercury zips through Leo and enters his home sign, Virgo. In the analytical and practical sign of Virgo, Mercury is dignified by rulership (Virgo is governed by Mercury) and by exaltation (best placement for optimum potential). Mercury governs all manners of thinking, communicating, transportation, and commerce. In Leo, he is bold and magnanimous. In Virgo, Mercury is analytical, discriminating, detailed, mentally organized, and practical.

During Mercury's transit in Virgo is an ideal period to take advantage of focusing on the day to day, getting those minute everyday details under control, and taken care of. The mundane chores that leave little to be desired but require handling and completion are what we need to tackle these next few weeks. This is also a period ideal for planning. Time to fine-tune ideas or tweak the step by step detailed action plan. In Virgo, Mercury's organized and practical mind can draw up plans with exacting details and alternate avenues to take for anticipated obstacles.

Have an idea? This is the time to formulate how to get it off the ground or determine if it's feasible. Have a project? Mercury in Virgo can help break down complex concepts into manageable steps. Even those of us who are most impatient and easily bored might find this period a time when we can somewhat appreciate the meticulous details that help make up the success of the whole.

This year, Mercury enters Virgo on July 28th at Merc in Virgo at 10:59 a.m. PDT / 1:59 p.m. EDT; retrogrades on August 2nd; revisits Leo August 8th; then re-enters Virgo on September 8th to stay until September 25th. Also today, Venus changed signs earlier today to begin her transit in Leo.

How might Mercury's transit in Virgo influence on your world? Look to the Virgo-ruled house/s in your birth chart. Match the sign with the house cusp/s on your birth chart. Use the list of zodiac signs below to identify the Virgo zodiac sign on your birth chart then click here for a brief explanation of Mercury transiting those houses.

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For those without a birth chart, you may use your Sun sign or Rising/Ascendant sign, if you know it. Look for them below then click here for a brief explanation of Mercury's transit in those houses.

Aries-Sun or Aries-Rising ~ 6th house
Taurus-Sun or Taurus Rising ~ 5th house
Gemini-Sun or Gemini-Rising ~ 4th house
Cancer-Sun or Cancer-Rising ~ 3rd house
Leo-Sun or Leo-Rising ~ 2nd house
Virgo-Sun or Virgo-Rising ~ 1st house
Libra-Sun or Libra-Rising ~ 12th houses
Scorpio-Sun or Scorpio-Rising ~ 11th house
Sagittarius-Sun or Sagittarius-Rising ~ 10th house
Capricorn-Sun or Capricorn-Rising ~ 9th house
Aquarius-Sun or Aquarius-Rising ~ 8th house
Pisces-Sun or Pisces-Rising ~ 7th house

Alternatively, you may cast your own birth chart at alabe.com for use as reference -- birth date, time, and place required.

Are you celebrating a birthday? Schedule a session for a Solar Return (birthdays) or 3-Chart Package Reading (detailed natal & overall outlook for the next 12 months). Or you might consider giving a loved one the gift of insight.

What significance do planets, signs, and houses have in astrology? Planets have the function, the job to do. The style/manner they will use get that job done is defined by the zodiac sign they occupy. Where in our life the job gets done is determined by the house the planet occupies/transits. So, when Mars (aggression) is in Aries (bold), he is more assertive than when he is in Cancer (sensitive). When traveling through the 10th house (professional life), he may bring his confidence and motivation in matters relating to our career. While in the 11th house (friendships), we may be more inclined to having our social calendar packed with activities. Having the foresight for what may be coming up or receiving confirmation on what may be happening now are ways astrology can be beneficial ... as above, so below.

Related articles:
Transiting Mercury in Natal Houses
Current Planetary Transits
Solar Returns Explained ~ your personal year
Schedule an appointment
Client reviews

Grand Central Terminal. Hercules (left), Mercury (center), and Minerva (right) via Wikipedia.

Venus in Leo ~ July 28 to August 21, 2011

noreply@blogger.com (astrogrrl.com) — Sat, 23 Jul 2011 04:00:00 +0000

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Venus leaves the gentle, nurturing sign of Cancer for fun-loving, dramatic Leo. Venus represents love, how we relate to others, how we want others to relate to us, our self-worth, what we value in life, what we like/dislike, our material possessions, and finances.

In Cancer, Venus is caring, gentle, maternal, protective and nurturing. In Leo, Venus is affectionate, fearless, magnetic and loves to be adored. At best, Venus in Leo is confident, creative, spontaneous, outgoing, warm-hearted and generous. At worst, Leo-Venus is self-absorbed, stubborn, hasty, and blunt.

No matter what your Sun sign is, Venus in Leo is a time for fun and socializing so, go ahead and accept those party invitations. Make time for some friends, for play, for a little indulging here and there. Life is more fulfilling when we take the time to enjoy it. Go on a holiday with that special someone. Spend some quality time with the kids. Pick up the phone and make a spa appointment. A little pampering goes a long way.

This year, Venus enters Leo on July 28th at 7:59 a.m. PDT / 10:59 a.m. EDT, where she remains until August 21st. On the day Venus begins her transit in Leo, Mercury also changes signs to transit Virgo.

How might Venus' extended transit in Leo manifest in your world? Look to the natal house/s ruled by Leo in your birth chart. Match the sign with the house cusp/s on your birth chart. Use the list of zodiac signs below to identify the Cancer zodiac sign on your birth chart then click here for a brief explanation.

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For those without a birth chart, you may use your Sun sign or Rising/Ascendant sign, if you know it. Look for your Sun and Rising signs below then click here for a brief explanation of Venus transiting those houses.

Aries-Sun or Aries-Rising ~ 5th house
Taurus-Sun or Taurus Rising ~ 4th house
Gemini-Sun or Gemini-Rising ~ 3rd house
Cancer-Sun or Cancer-Rising ~ 2nd house
Leo-Sun or Leo-Rising ~ 1st house
Virgo-Sun or Virgo-Rising ~ 12th house
Libra-Sun or Libra-Rising ~ 11th house
Scorpio-Sun or Scorpio-Rising ~ 10th house
Sagittarius-Sun or Sagittarius-Rising ~ 9th house
Capricorn-Sun or Capricorn-Rising ~ 8th house
Aquarius-Sun or Aquarius-Rising ~ 7th house
Pisces-Sun or Pisces-Rising ~ 6th house

Alternatively, you may cast your own birth chart at alabe.com for use as reference -- birth date, time, and place required.

Are you celebrating a birthday? Schedule a session for a Solar Return (birthdays) or 3-Chart Package Reading (detailed natal & overall outlook for the next 12 months). Or you might consider giving a loved one the gift of insight.

Have a question or need a quote for a more customized reading, ask me here.

What significance do planets, signs, and houses have in astrology? Planets have the function, the job to do. The style/manner they will use get that job done is defined by the zodiac sign they occupy. Where in our life the job gets done is determined by the house the planet occupies/transits. So, when Mars (aggression) is in Aries (bold), he is more assertive than when he is in Cancer (sensitive). When traveling through the 10th house (professional life), he may bring his confidence and motivation in matters relating to our career. While in the 11th house (friendships), we may be more inclined to having our social calendar packed with activities. Having the foresight for what may be coming up or receiving confirmation on what may be happening now are ways astrology can be beneficial ... as above, so below.

Related articles:
Transiting Venus in Natal Houses
Current Planetary Transits
Solar Returns Explained ~ your personal year
Schedule an appointment
Client reviews

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Sun in Leo ~ July 22/23 to August 23, 2011

noreply@blogger.com (astrogrrl.com) — Sat, 16 Jul 2011 04:00:00 +0000

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The Sun leaves Cancer and transits his home sign, Leo. The Sun represents the self, our conscious will, our vitality, and unrealized but inherent talents. In Cancer, the Sun's focus is in the inner workings of the self. In Leo, the Sun shines its vital energies on self-expression, creative projects, and children. Being the native ruler of Leo, the Sun is dignified in this zodiac sign.

At best, the Sun in Leo is impressive, regal, strong-willed, a natural leader, ambitious, confident, dramatic and generous. At worst, stubborn, narcissistic, melodramatic, and arrogant. While the Sun is in Leo, we are encouraged to find the lion/lioness within each of us -- speak our mind, be creative, confident, and enterprising.

Leo-Suns have a reputation of being theatrical and rightly so, they are the actors/performers of the zodiac. They are creative, magnanimous and, just as the Sun is a life-giver to us earthlings, Leo can also inject life into any room or any conversation. While the Sun is in Leo, be generous of your time and self, just as the Sun generously light up our days. Let the Leo-Sun's warmth help ease your worries. There is always light at the end of the tunnel. It is our job to continue seeking for it and walking towards it. Be confident as you walk your path. Be mindful of keeping the goal in sight and knowing when it's time to tweak the plans and make changes in order complete the tasks at hand. Flexibility is important, as Leo is a fixed sign (stubborn) and the ego can get in the way of progress and growth.

This year, the Sun transits Leo beginning July 22nd at 9:12 p.m. (Pacific) / July 23rd at 12:12 a.m. (Eastern) , where he'll remain until August 23. On the day the Sun enters Leo, he'll quickly quincunx Neptune. We might be inclined to escape a bit which could be ideal for a mini vacation. Depending on where Leo falls in our natal/solar chart, we may require more downtime/rest, as our energy levels decrease and the physical/mental/emotional demands on us increase. This might also be a time where our intuitive abilities are triggered, but we may be unable to trust it completely. There could be confusing details and lack of clarity. If at all possible, hold off important decisions for a few days.

How might the Sun's transit in Leo manifest in your world? Look to the Leo-ruled house/s in your birth chart. Match the sign with the house cusp/s on your birth chart. Use the list of zodiac sign below to identify the Leo zodiac sign on your birth chart then click here for an explanation of the Sun transiting those solar and/or natal houses.

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For those without a birth chart, you may use your Sun sign or Rising/Ascendant sign, if you know it. Look for your Sun and/or Rising Sign below then click here for an explanation of the Sun transiting those solar and/or natal houses.

Aries-Sun or Aries-Rising ~ 5th house
Taurus-Sun or Taurus Rising ~ 4th house
Gemini-Sun or Gemini-Rising ~ 3rd house
Cancer-Sun or Cancer-Rising ~ 2nd house
Leo-Sun or Leo-Rising ~ 1st house
Virgo-Sun or Virgo-Rising ~ 12th house
Libra-Sun or Libra-Rising ~ 11th house
Scorpio-Sun or Scorpio-Rising ~ 10th house
Sagittarius-Sun or Sagittarius-Rising ~ 9th house
Capricorn-Sun or Capricorn-Rising ~ 8th house
Aquarius-Sun or Aquarius-Rising ~ 7th house
Pisces-Sun or Pisces-Rising ~ 6th house

Alternatively, you may cast your own birth chart at alabe.com for use as reference -- birth date, time, and place required.

Are you celebrating a birthday? Schedule a session for a Solar Return (birthdays) or 3-Chart Package Reading (detailed natal & overall outlook for the next 12 months). Or you might consider giving a loved one the gift of insight.

Have a question or need a quote for a more customized reading, ask me here.

What significance do planets, signs, and houses have in astrology? Planets have the function, the job to do. The style/manner they will use get that job done is defined by the zodiac sign they occupy. Where in our life the job gets done is determined by the house the planet occupies/transits. So, when Mars (aggression) is in Aries (bold), he is more assertive than when he is in Cancer (sensitive). When traveling through the 10th house (professional life), he may bring his confidence and motivation in matters relating to our career. While in the 11th house (friendships), we may be more inclined to having our social calendar packed with activities. Having the foresight for what may be coming up or receiving confirmation on what may be happening now are ways astrology can be beneficial ... as above, so below.

Related articles:
Transiting Sun in Natal Houses
Current Planetary Transits
Solar Returns Explained ~ your personal year
Schedule an appointment
Client reviews

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Full Moon in Capricorn ~ July 14/15, 2011

noreply@blogger.com (astrogrrl.com) — Sat, 09 Jul 2011 04:00:00 +0000

Eclipse at Moonset © Itahisa N. González via APOD.

With the last of the Cancer-Capricorn eclipses behind us, this is the first Full Moon in Capricorn that is not an eclipse since 2009. Full moons signify the completion, culmination of what may have been initiated during the previous New Moon/Solar Eclipse in Cancer which offered us the chance to face our realities and rise up to the challenges ahead (square to Saturn), without losing sight on what gives us hope and healing (links to Jupiter and Chiron).

The Moon represents our heart, emotions, private life, inner drives, and is natively governed by sensitive and nurturing Cancer. In Capricorn, the zodiac sign opposite Cancer, the Moon feels emotionally restricted but focused on the tasks at hand. This Full Moon in Capricorn encourages us to acknowledge our realities, face our fears, and rise above them without losing our openness to love and compassion along the way. Let's not become jaded or calloused because of the hardships we've lived through and continue to face.

This Full Moon occurs on July 14 at 11:40 p.m. (Pacific) / July 15 at 2:40 a.m. (Eastern) at 23° of Capricorn. Those born within 3 days of July 14 and January 12 or with natal planets and/or house angles near 23° degrees of cardinal signs may feel the effects of this full moon stronger than others.

How might this full moon manifest in your world? Match the sign and degree to determine what house this full moon falls in. Use the list of zodiac signs below to identify the sign Capricorn on your birth chart then click here for a brief explanation on the Full Moon transit in that house.

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If you don't have your birth chart, you may use your Sun sign and/or your Rising/Ascendant sign, if you know it. Look for your Sun and Rising Signs below then click here for a brief explanation of the Full Moon transit in those houses.

Aries-Sun or Aries-Rising ~ 10th house
Taurus-Sun or Taurus Rising ~ 9th house
Gemini-Sun or Gemini-Rising ~ 8th house
Cancer-Sun or Cancer-Rising ~ 7th house
Leo-Sun or Leo-Rising ~ 6th house
Virgo-Sun or Virgo-Rising ~ 5th house
Libra-Sun or Libra-Rising ~ 4th house
Scorpio-Sun or Scorpio-Rising ~ 3rd house
Sagittarius-Sun or Sagittarius-Rising ~ 2nd house
Capricorn-Sun or Capricorn-Rising ~ 1st house
Aquarius-Sun or Aquarius-Rising ~ 12th house
Pisces-Sun or Pisces-Rising ~ 11th house

Unsure if you have natal planets/house planets on or around 23 degrees of cardinal signs? Cast your own birth chart at alabe.com for use as reference -- birth date, time and place required.

Is today your birthday? Schedule your session for a Solar Return (birthdays), 3-Chart Reading (detailed natal & overall outlook for the next 12 months), or request a quote for a more customized reading tailored to your needs. You might also consider giving a loved one the gift of insight.

Related articles:
Full Moon in Natal Houses
Current Planetary Transits
Solar Returns Explained ~ your personal year
New Moon/Solar Eclipse in Cancer ~ July 1, 2011

"Eclipse at Moonset" - Image Credit & © Itahisa N. González via APOD.

Uranus Retrograde ~ July 9 to December 9/10, 2011

noreply@blogger.com (astrogrrl.com) — Tue, 05 Jul 2011 04:00:00 +0000

Farewell shot of crescent Uranus as Voyager 2 departs. ©NASA

Uranus stations on July 9th to join Chiron, Neptune, and Pluto in retrograde motion. Uranus is retrograde until December 9 (Pacific Time) / December 10 (Eastern Time). While retrograde, Uranus retraces his steps from 4° 34' all the back to 0° 39' of Aries.

As with any retrograde planet, our focus turn inward. Uranus represents the idealist, reformist, and non-conformist in all of us who seek to improve the established and antiquated for the innovative and progressive that are more suitable for present-day situations. Uranus is the awakener of the zodiac ... stirring the pot ... rocking the boat. When he decides something needs change, he will do so, radically, shockingly, and at any cost -- a revolution or even chaos.

While Uranus is retrograde, allow your rebellious inner child to run free, think without boundaries, and conceptualize original ideas that bring you closer to achieving your objectives. In Aries, Uranus is a trailblazer and is assertive in communicating one's ideas and pushing for one's objectives. At best, engaging, a leader, entrepreneurial, creative, independent and impassioned. At worst, callous, abrasive, selfish, opinionated and non-committal.

Uranus is a slow moving planet, covering approximately 4° to 5° annually, takes about 7 years to transit one zodiac sign, and its global influence is unequivocal. While Uranus was in Aquarius (innovation) from 1996 to 2003, we watched technological advancements reach new heights -- the internet; mobile phones becoming smaller, lighter, and packed with more features; the iPod :) With Uranus in Pisces (interconnectedness) from 2003 to 2011, there was greater exposure and acceptance on new levels of consciousness/understanding. Some results included in alternative forms of healing/spiritual practices becoming more mainstream; the rise of more socially responsible and humanitarian websites/services, encouraging us to make an impact with a click of a button; the popularity of social networking sites that help bridge geographical distances and cultural differences. Although these examples are generalizations, they help illustrate the societal/global influence of Uranus transits.

On a personal level, Uranus is like a rebellious inner child that resides in all of us -- seeking freedom, protecting the unique individual, brainstorming ideas on how to create and implement the changes required for forward movement. When Uranus is retrograde, the focus/energy of this rebellious inner child turn inward. How do I attain/re-attain the personal freedom I seek/I've lost? How do I gain/regain my individuality? How do I exact the changes necessary to move me closer to my goals?

For me, as a Cancer-Sun, this retrograde falls in my solar 10th house of professional pursuits and future goals; and Virgo-rising, influences my natal 8th house of finances and personal transformation while Uranus actually transits my 7th house of partnerships.

How might Uranus' retrograde motion influence your world? Look to the solar house governed by Aries or if you have your natal chart, look at where 0° 39' to 4° 34' of Aries falls in your chart. This is the area Uranus will cover during his retrograde period. Plus, those who have natal planets or house angles at 0° to 5° of Aries back may get more of workout during Uranus' retrograde cycle.

Unsure if you have natal planets/house planets 0° to 5° of cardinal signs? Cast your own birth chart at alabe.com for use as reference -- birth date, time, and place required.

Alternatively, I am also available personal consultations tailored to your needs. Are you celebrating a birthday? Or know someone who is? Schedule your session for a 12-Month Transit Chart , a Solar Return (birthdays), or 3-Chart Reading (detailed natal & overall outlook for the next 12 months) or request a quote for a more customized reading tailored to your needs. You might also want to consider giving a loved one the gift of insight.

Related articles:
Uranus in Aries
Uranus square Pluto ~ 2012 to 2015
Current Planetary Transits
Solar Returns Explained ~ your personal year

Farewell shot of crescent Uranus as Voyager 2 departs. January 25, 1986. Range 600,000 miles. Image credit and copyright to NASA.

Uranus Square Pluto ~ 2012 to 2015

noreply@blogger.com (astrogrrl.com) — Sun, 03 Jul 2011 16:46:00 +0000

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Earlier this year, Uranus re-entered Aries where he'll stay until mid-2018, briefly visit Taurus, then return to Aries again late 2018, and finally leave Aries early 2019. During the first few years of Uranus' transit in Aries, Uranus will be locked in a rare, forceful, and tense energy of a square with Pluto from 2012 to 2015.

Uranus first ventured into Aries for a few months last year from May to August 2010. During that brief period, he got tangled up in that year's Cardinal Grand Cross (the first of which involved an eclipsed full moon in Capricorn) and Cardinal T-square (which involved Saturn in Libra, Jupiter in Aries & Pluto in Capricorn). Some of us may still be experiencing the effects of this last year's t-square. Hopefully, the changes that coincided with that period last year have been positive changes/major breakthroughs, despite whatever difficulties, challenges, heart breaks, or breakdowns we may have had to go through.

Presently, beginning June 19th until July 17th, Uranus and Pluto are involved in an alignment once again. This time they are actually within orb of their square. This short period may give us a preview of what their alignment might bring our attention to. The recent eclipses throughout June and into early July may have already brought intensity that's full of the unexpected and/or the immediate. The additional fierce energy of this square might have been (might still be) too much for some of us to handle. Those with Suns and risings in the early degrees of the cardinal signs (particularly 4° to 6°) may unavoidably feel the forceful nature of this growing Uranus-Pluto square, especially if there are other progressions and transits to the birth chart that may be reinforcing the Uranus-Pluto square's energy plus the recent eclipses.

For Gemini and Sagittarius Suns and risings, the eclipses in your sign (happening until 2013) plus this present (and upcoming) Uranus-Pluto square may feed into each other and add more strength/depth to the already powerful energy of the eclipses in your sign! Don't panic. Breathe. Become centered. See the bigger picture just as equally as the details. Assess. Plan. Act.

A square is the most difficult and challenging relationship between two or more planets. It is an impatient energy that requires action. A square is conflict, war between at least two celestial bodies. There is a need to create something that's birthed from inside of us and then to manifest that creation out into the world -- may it be in your own personal world, your immediate environment, or something that influences many. Depending on where the square falls in our birth chart, changes/challenges/conflict may relate to our career (10th house), health (6th house), finances (2nd/8th houses), home/family (4th house), relationships (7th house), children (5th house), friendships (11th house), etc.

Although, we'll be under the umbrella of Uranus square Pluto for much of 2012 to 2015, their square will perfect - twice for each year in 2012, 2013 & 2014, and once in 2015. Here are the periods when Uranus square Pluto will be at its strongest:

June 19, 2011 to July 17, 2011 ~ within orb but will not perfect
May 16, 2012 to October 29, 2012 ~ perfect on June 24 (at 8° & 23') and September 18 (at 6° & 57')
April 17, 2013 to June 28, 2013 ~ perfect on May 20 (at 11° & 14')
September 21, 2013 to December 12, 2013 ~ perfect on November 1 (at 9° & 25')
March 12, 2014 to May 24, 2014 ~ perfect on April 21 (at 13° & 33')
November 4, 2014 to April 25, 2015 ~ perfect on December 14, 2014 (at 12° & 35') and March 16, 2015 (at 15° & 17')
December 18, 2015 to March 19, 2016 ~ within orb but will not perfect

For me as a Cancer-Sun, the Uranus-Pluto square impacts my solar 10th & 7th houses (career/future goals vs. relationships/partnerships); and as a Virgo-rising, my natal 8th & 5th houses (debt/transformation vs. fun/creative self-expression).

How might this square manifest in your world? Look to the solar and natal houses that are governed by Aries and Capricorn; then, see if there are any natal planets/house angles that will be triggered by the square. That should be a good start at gaining some insight.

Unsure if you have natal planets/house angles on or around any of the above mention degrees within cardinal signs? Cast your own birth chart at alabe.com for use as reference -- birth date, time, and place required.

Alternatively, I am also available personal consultations tailored to your needs. Are you celebrating a birthday? Or know someone who is? Schedule your session for a 12-Month Transit Chart , a Solar Return (birthdays), or 3-Chart Reading (detailed natal & overall outlook for the next 12 months) or request a quote for a more customized reading tailored to your needs. You might also want to consider giving a loved one the gift of insight.

Related articles:
Uranus in Aries
Uranus Retrograde in Aries ~ July 9 to December 9/10, 2011
Pluto Retrograde in Capricorn
2010 Cardinal T-Square
Gemini-Sagittarius Eclipses ~ 2010 to 2013
Current Planetary Transits
Solar Returns Explained ~ your personal year

Supernova rainbow explosion via HD Wallpapers.

Jupiter Trine Pluto ~ July 7, 2011

noreply@blogger.com (astrogrrl.com) — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 04:00:00 +0000

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Last month, Jupiter entered Taurus on June 4th, then immediately linked up with Neptune (insight/spirituality/the subconscious) on June 8th. And last weekend on July 2nd, Jupiter aligned with Chiron (what's broken and needs healing). Now, Jupiter trines Pluto on July 7th.

A trine is harmonious alignment between at least two planets. Jupiter trine Pluto offers a chance to overcome difficulties. Perhaps, a breakthrough resulting from a breakdown or a transformation through surrender/the act of relinquishing control...in release, we stumble onto the answer we've been searching for or the clarity we've been seeking. In letting go, we rise above and are able to 'see' the bigger picture which enables us to carve a path towards our destination.

With Pluto involved, there must first be a confrontation of truth, of recognizing our own on shadows, of becoming aware of unhealthy habits or patterns. Through that process of realization, there must then be a 'death', elimination, purging before there can be a renewal, a transformation, a breakthrough.

Jupiter reminds us of the best that life can offer, gives hope, offers opportunities, expands our horizon, and fosters personal growth. Pluto is the (dwarf) planet of power, able to regenerate, renew, transform through digging deeper and deeper until the root cause is revealed so that it can be destroyed, expunged. Both Jupiter and Pluto transit earth signs (Jupiter in Taurus & Pluto in Capricorn) so, for most of us their influence could be something related to our material world -- security, income, structure, a change in what's been the norm/accepted?

This can also be experienced as a grounding/stabilizing energy following the Jupiter sextile Neptune which may have opened our spiritual eyes onto something we've been missing, and Jupiter sextile Chiron where old wounds might have resurfaced so healing can occur.

Jupiter trine Pluto occurs on July 7th at 6 degrees. Those celebrating a birthday on the days approaching to this trine's perfection may find this energy present throughout their Solar Return year (astrological birthday year).

This is the first of three occurrences. Jupiter will once again trine Pluto on:

October 28, 2011 at 5 degrees and 19 minutes
March 12/13, 2012 at 9 degrees and 19 minutes

Those with natal planets/house angles around these degrees may experience this Jupiter-Pluto trine more powerfully than others.

For me, with my natal Cancer-Sun at 5 degrees, Jupiter sextiles my Sun while Pluto opposes it. Pluto additionally squares my natal Uranus (triggering the natal square between my Sun and my Uranus) and sextiles my North Node (triggering my natal Sun-North Node sextile and Uranus-North Node quincunx)...which means, I better change or else!! I wouldn't want to find out the 'or else', especially with the recent Cancer-Solar Eclipse square my Chiron (what's broken and needs healing).

How might Jupiter trine Pluto manifest in your world? Look to the Capricorn and Taurus-ruled houses in your natal and/or solar charts to gain insight and see if you have natal planet/house angles on or around 6 degrees of fixed or cardinal signs.

Unsure if you have natal planets/house planets near 6 degrees of fixed and/or mutable signs? Cast your own birth chart at alabe.com for use as reference -- birth date, time, and place required.

Alternatively, I am also available for personal consultations tailored to your needs. Are you celebrating a birthday? Or know someone who is? Schedule your session for a Solar Return (birthdays), 3-Chart Reading (detailed natal & overall outlook for the next 12 months) or 24-month Pluto Transit. You may also request a quote for a more customized reading tailored to your needs. You might also consider giving a loved one the gift of insight.

Related articles:
Jupiter in Taurus ~ June 4, 2011 to July 11, 2012
Jupiter Sextile Neptune ~ June 8, 2011
Jupiter Sextile Chiron ~ July 2, 2011
Pluto Retrograde in Capricorn ~ April 9 to September 16, 2011
Current Planetary Transits
Solar Returns Explained ~ your personal year

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Venus in Cancer ~ July 3/4 to 28, 2011

noreply@blogger.com (astrogrrl.com) — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 04:00:00 +0000

False color image of Venus' clouds as seen by the SSI instrument on Galileo. © NASA

Love and relationship take on a more serious tone as Venus leaves light and carefree Gemini for the deep, complex waters of Cancer. Venus enters Cancer on July 3rd at 9:17 p.m. PDT / July 4th at 12:17 a.m. EDT, where she stays until July 28th. Venus governs love, relationships of all types, our values/value system, and worth (self-worth/material worth).

In Gemini, Venus is less complex, requires mental stimulation and is driven by logic. In Cancer, Venus is sensitive, emotional, loving, maternal, and is driven by intuition. At best, is nurturing, intuitive, protective, sincere, loyal. At worst, unsure, needy, confused, manipulative, moody, vengeful.

Cancer is the first zodiac sign to think about others, to consider someone else's wellbeing other than that of the self beginning with family (biological or otherwise). Venus in Cancer reminds us that there is more to love and relationships than what I need or want (Venus in Aries), what I own or can get (Venus in Taurus), or what makes sense and can be explained (Mercury in Gemini). Venus in Cancer encourages us to nurture relationships with those we care for and set aside time for things that matter to us, for those people/things/activities make loving and living more worthwhile.

As we treasure one another, we invest our time, give our love, and entrust parts of the self to that person. We become vulnerable to another being, as that person also opens himself/herself to us. Caring for another or others requires emotional support and sensitivity to their needs and not our own. Matters of the heart cannot always be understood with words, reason or logic. Emotions are raw and valid with their own merit. They are sourced within the self and the 'why' is sometimes inexplicable. In issues relating to finances, Cancer is less frivolous than Gemini. Perhaps this can be a time for planning on saving for a rainy day or anticipating future needs or tightening the spending plan and sticking to it. Cancer is also the first water sign of the zodiac so there is sensitivity to the unseen world. We all have some degree of intuitive ability. Tap into yours during Venus' transit in Cancer.

Cancer also governs the 4th astrological house. Venus in Cancer might be a time where you spend money, time, and energy on your home. Maybe have more quality time with family. Or something more basic like honoring your private life, especially if you've been too busy catering to others (at work, with friends or family).

On the day Venus enters Cancer, she quickly makes friends with Jupiter (ideals/opportunities), Neptune (hopes/dreams), then Chiron (wounds/healing). Elsewhere in the sky, Jupiter is also still linked with Chiron while Mercury (thought/communication) allies with Uranus (awareness/radical change). Keep a look out for opportunities, even from the most unlikely places or sources. Think out of the box when brainstorming or troubleshooting. Listen to your intuitive self more. Awareness. Acceptance. Release. Transformation.

How might Venus' transit in Cancer manifest in your world? Look to the natal house/s ruled by Cancer in your birth chart. Match the sign with the house cusps on your birth chart. Use the list of zodiac signs below to identify the Cancer zodiac sign on your birth chart then click here for a brief explanation.

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For those without a birth chart, you may use your Sun sign or Rising/Ascendant sign, if you know it. Look for your Sun and Rising signs below then click here for a brief explanation of Venus transiting those houses.

Aries-Sun or Aries Rising ~ 4th House
Taurus-Sun or Taurus Rising ~ 3rd House
Gemini-Sun or Gemini-Rising ~ 2nd House
Cancer-Sun or Cancer-Rising ~ 1st House
Leo-Sun or Leo-Rising ~ 12th House
Virgo-Sun or Virgo-Rising ~ 11th House
Libra-Sun or Libra-Rising ~ 10th House
Scorpio-Sun or Scorpio-Rising ~ 9th House
Sagittarius-Sun or Sagittarius-Rising ~ 8th House
Capricorn-Sun or Capricorn-Rising ~ 7th House
Aquarius-Sun or Aquarius-Rising ~ 6th House
Pisces-Sun or Pisces-Rising ~ 5th House

Alternatively, you may cast your own birth chart at alabe.com for use as reference -- birth date, time, and place required.

Are you celebrating a birthday? Schedule a session for a Solar Return (birthdays) or 3-Chart Package Reading (detailed natal & overall outlook for the next 12 months). Or you might consider giving a loved one the gift of insight.

What significance do planets, signs, and houses have in astrology? Planets have the function, the job to do. The style/manner they will use get that job done is defined by the zodiac sign they occupy. Where in our life the job gets done is determined by the house the planet occupies/transits. So, when Mars (aggression) is in Aries (bold), he is more assertive than when he is in Cancer (sensitive). When traveling through the 10th house (professional life), he may bring his confidence and motivation in matters relating to our career. While in the 11th house (friendships), we may be more inclined to having our social calendar packed with activities. Having the foresight for what may be coming up or receiving confirmation on what may be happening now are ways astrology can be beneficial ... as above, so below.

Related articles:
Transiting Venus in Natal Houses
Current Planetary Transits
Solar Returns Explained ~ your personal year
Schedule an appointment
Client reviews

False color image of Venus' clouds as seen by the SSI instrument on Galileo. Credit and copyright to NASA.

Jupiter Sextile Chiron ~ July 2, 2011

noreply@blogger.com (astrogrrl.com) — Sun, 26 Jun 2011 04:00:00 +0000

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With the Eclipsed New Moon in Cancer having just occurred the previous day, the perfection of Jupiter sextile Chiron encourages and allows for whatever healing we may need in our lives. Perhaps, we've lost hope or trust in ourselves/others/the universe. Maybe, we've been afraid to face facts or step out and take a chance to make a real change. Or we've seen what's real, become aware of the true nature of the challenges we face now and are feeling frustrated, angry, confused, desperate, or even betrayed.

Jupiter reminds us of the best that life can offer, gives hope, offers opportunities, and expands our horizon. Chiron has a way of unmasking our wounds, revealing our deepest pain/disappointments/loss, and through facing them, we are made whole. Jupiter represents expansion, luck, happiness, and abundance. He is currently in Taurus, where his energy seeks comfort and stability. Chiron symbolizes what's broken, needs healing, and our capacity to help others through their healing process. He is presently in the super compassionate and uber-intuitive sign of Pisces.

Jupiter's sextile to Chiron reminds us to breathe, have faith, and let the healing process run its course -- may it be physical, mental, emotional, psychological, or financial healing. The work, however, must always begin with the self; this time especially, with the New Moon/Solar Eclipse preceding Jupiter's sextile to Chiron. What we sow is what we reap. Where our attentions are focused on, our realities become them. "Energy flows where attentions goes."

If you're like me, you've been diligently and consciously steering your thoughts and energy toward what's positive, uplifting, and towards the goal. Yet, your reality seems to fight you every step of the way. If you're wondering, "how can it be that my thoughts and attentions are truly focused on the outcome desired, yet the hurdles I have to jump over doesn't look to have an end anytime soon?"

For me, the answer was me -- it was me I had to first change. Maybe that's Capricorn-Pluto opposing my Sun while Aries-Uranus square my Sun and oppose my Uranus talking, but I realized my thoughts are focused on one thing while my actions reflect something else entirely. They're both equally important -- what I have my sights set on (reflect my thoughts) and what my world in the physical plane requires of me (reflect my actions). I had to make changes and somehow fit into my already full schedule, time for what will help me accomplish my other set of goals...the ones I'm truly passionate about. Pluto is forcing me to eliminate (square to my Sun), as Uranus pushes me to break away (square my Sun) and carve out a new path (oppose my Uranus), while the Solar Eclipse in my sign casts a spotlight on me.

June began with a Gemini-Solar Eclipse (where we were asked to completely 'see' things as they truly are); followed by Jupiter sextile Neptune (where we were asked, "what's your dream?"); then came the Lunar Eclipse (that brought out questions about our life direction); as if all that heavy, intense energy weren't enough, we find ourselves with yet another Solar Eclipse, in Cancer this time (where we were once again thought this time, forced to 'see' our reality). And now, here we are with an offering for healing with Jupiter and Chiron. Next week, Jupiter and Pluto (transformation), both in Earth signs, become allies to offer up some sense of grounding while we begin or continue to go through the changes required of us.

Jupiter sextile Chiron occurs on July 2nd at 5° 14' of Taurus (fixed sign) and Pisces (mutable sign). Those born around February 22-25 and April 24-27 or those with natal planets/house angles near 6° of fixed and/or mutable signs may be more sensitive to this Jupiter-Chiron sextile. Those celebrating a birthday on the days approaching to this sextile's perfection may find this energy present throughout their Solar Return year (astrological birthday year).

This is the first of three occurrences. Jupiter will once again sextile Chiron on December 6, 2011 at zero° 57' and a final time on February 15, 2012 at 4° 32'. Those with natal planets/house angles near these degrees or have a strong Chironic influence in their birth chart may experience this Jupiter-Chiron sextile more thoroughly than others.

Unsure if you have natal planets/house planets near 6° of fixed and/or mutable signs? Cast your own birth chart at alabe.com for use as reference -- birth date, time, and place required.

Alternatively, I am also available for personal consultations tailored to your needs. Are you celebrating a birthday? Or know someone who is? Schedule your session for a Solar Return (birthdays) or 3-Chart Reading (detailed natal & overall outlook for the next 12 months) or request a quote for a more customized reading tailored to your needs. You might also consider giving a loved one the gift of insight.

Related articles:
Solar Eclipse/New Moon in Cancer ~ July 1, 2011
Jupiter in Taurus ~ June 4, 2011 to July 11, 2012
Chiron in Pisces ~ 2010/2011 to 2018/2019
Chiron Retrograde ~ June 8 to November 10, 2011
Jupiter sextile Neptune ~ June 8, 2011
Current Planetary Transits
Solar Returns Explained ~ your personal year
Schedule an appointment
Client reviews

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Mercury in Leo ~ July 2/3 to 28, 2011

noreply@blogger.com (astrogrrl.com) — Sat, 25 Jun 2011 15:00:00 +0000

Lion. Original image source unknown.

Mercury rises from the deep waters of Cancer to begin his transit in courageous Leo starting July 2nd at 10:38 p.m PDT / July 3rd at 1:38 a.m. EDT until July 28th. Mercury governs our mental activities, way of communicating, and how we move from one place to another. The zodiac sign Leo is ruled by the Sun and is brave, bold, loyal, dramatic, social, confident, and generous.

In Cancer, our minds/thoughts are concerned with others' well-being, we are sensitive to our intuitive abilities, and are aware that there is more than reason or logic to consider when making a decision. In Leo, our minds are enthusiastic, our communication marked with a flare for theatrics, our interactions warm and filled with fun, our form that of a leader, and our temperament stubborn.

Mercury in Leo encourages us to think without limitations, speak decisively, be collaborative with creative projects, and write with the brilliance of a sunny Leo. Be persuasive without force. Be authoritative, but not opinionated. Be a leader minus the inflated ego. Remain prideful without being pretentious. Let's become bigger than we are and set our sights ... our standards high.

This year, Mercury's transit in Leo is preceded by New Moon/Solar Eclipse (renewals) and influenced by hopeful Jupiter (opportunities) alignments with Chiron (healing) and Pluto (transformation). If you happen to find yourself "stuck" or lacking direction, allow Mercury's confidence in Leo to help you reconnect with your deepest desires and spark love/creativity/passion within yourself that propels your decision-making to mirror your true self. With the help of the new moon phase and Jupiter sextile Chiron/Pluto, release the old, eliminate what's unnecessary, purge what no longer serves, and replace them with openness to welcome/receive what is divinely yours.

How might Mercury's transit in Leo influence your world? Look to the Leo-ruled house/s in your birth chart. Match the sign with the house cusp/s on your birth chart. Use the list of zodiac signs below to identify the Leo zodiac sign on your birth chart then click here for a brief explanation of Mercury transiting those houses.

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For those without a birth chart, you may use your Sun sign or Rising/Ascendant sign, if you know it. Look for them below then click here for a brief explanation of Mercury's transit in those houses.

Aries-Sun or Aries-Rising ~ 5th house
Taurus-Sun or Taurus Rising ~ 4th house
Gemini-Sun or Gemini-Rising ~ 3rd house
Cancer-Sun or Cancer-Rising ~ 2nd house
Leo-Sun or Leo-Rising ~ 1st house
Virgo-Sun or Virgo-Rising ~ 12th house
Libra-Sun or Libra-Rising ~ 11th house
Scorpio-Sun or Scorpio-Rising ~ 10th house
Sagittarius-Sun or Sagittarius-Rising ~ 9th house
Capricorn-Sun or Capricorn-Rising ~ 8th house
Aquarius-Sun or Aquarius-Rising ~ 7th house
Pisces-Sun or Pisces-Rising ~ 6th house

Alternatively, you may cast your own birth chart at alabe.com for use as reference -- birth date, time, and place required.

Are you celebrating a birthday? Schedule a session for a Solar Return (birthdays) or 3-Chart Package Reading (detailed natal & overall outlook for the next 12 months). Or you might consider giving a loved one the gift of insight.

What significance do planets, signs, and houses have in astrology? Planets have the function, the job to do. The style/manner they will use get that job done is defined by the zodiac sign they occupy. Where in our life the job gets done is determined by the house the planet occupies/transits. So, when Mars (aggression) is in Aries (bold), he is more assertive than when he is in Cancer (sensitive). When traveling through the 10th house (professional life), he may bring his confidence and motivation in matters relating to our career. While in the 11th house (friendships), we may be more inclined to having our social calendar packed with activities. Having the foresight for what may be coming up or receiving confirmation on what may be happening now are ways astrology can be beneficial ... as above, so below.

Related articles:
Transiting Mercury in Natal Houses
Current Planetary Transits
Solar Returns Explained ~ your personal year
Schedule an appointment
Client reviews

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New Moon/Solar Eclipse in Cancer ~ July 1, 2011

noreply@blogger.com (astrogrrl.com) — Fri, 24 Jun 2011 04:00:00 +0000

Bodø, Norway. The rare "midnight eclipse" began on Thursday, June 2, 2011, but crossed the International Date Line to end on Wednesday, June 1. (via space.com)

The third of three consecutive eclipses is upon us. This New Moon/Solar Eclipse in Cancer happens on July 1st at 1:54 a.m. PDT / 4:54 a.m. EDT. New Moons signify rebirth, beginnings, a clean slate, the start of a new cycle. The new moon highlights Cancer qualities (intuitive, instinctive, protective, sensitive) and 4th house themes (family, home, roots, foundation, the past). Eclipses are extra powerful new and full moons.

Here's a brief explanation taken from my original post on understanding eclipses:Eclipses, in astrology, are accelerators. They speed up events, issues, situations in our personal lives and demand for them to be dealt with.

Eclipses trigger necessary changes to one's journey in life. Because these changes are triggered outside of one's own volition, they are often harsh, sudden and undeniable. The initial shock evoke sadness, confusion, frustration, anger, worry and, possibly, depression. However, it is our reaction past the initial shock that defines how we will allow these eclipses to influence us.

Cancer is natively ruled by the Moon, which makes this New Moon a powerful one. Couple that with the energy of an eclipse, and we can really make things happen for us. Where will our attention be focused? What actions will we take? How will we take advantage of this energy for us, those we love, the things we hope for?

The Eclipsed Cancer-New Moon (blending of heart & soul) squares stern Saturn (reality/restriction). Saturn's influence can be a sobering one, but may not necessarily be a welcomed sobriety. Elsewhere in the sky, Jupiter (happiness/ideals) and Chiron (wounds/healing) offer their help, as they harmoniously align with one another. No matter how harsh the truth (Saturn) of our situations may be, there is hope (Jupiter), healing (Chiron), and a chance for renewal where we need it most. But it will take facing our challenges (Saturn) and that may begin with ourselves (new moon). How are we holding ourselves back? Are we living in the past? Are we applying the same tired ways of doing/seeing/reasoning? What are we turning a blind eye on? Are our fears the driving force behind our actions/inaction/decisions/indecision? And how is that working out?

Last year's Eclipsed Cancer-New Moon occurred when celestial skies were intensified by the 2010 cardinal t-square. This year's New Moon/Solar Eclipse in Cancer follows two powerful eclipses, Gemini-Solar Eclipse on June 1st (pictured above) and Sagittarius-Lunar Eclipse on June 15th. For many of us, myself included, life since mid-May has been served with an extra helping of difficulties and stress...oops, I mean challenges and opportunities for growth :) I have a co-worker who flips frustrating situations with something positive by calling those experiences 'opportunities for growth'. I like it. I thought I'd borrow from her and share with you :)

This is the last of the Cancer-Capricorn set of eclipses that began in 2009. I don't even have enough words to describe how incredibly excited I am that it's over! Although we have all had our own personal experiences with these eclipses, those with cardinal Suns or Risings and especially those in the early degrees of cardinal signs (with Pluto poking at their Sun or house angles since 2009 plus last year's surge of tense energies brought on by the t-square) may have been undeniably influenced by these Cancer-Capricorn eclipses. How has life changed for you?

This solar eclipse/new moon occurs at 10 degrees of Cancer. Those born within 3 days of July 1st or December 31st; or have planets/house angles around 9-10 degrees of cardinal signs may experience the effects of this eclipsed new moon stronger than most.

For me, this New Moon falls in my solar 1st house (self/potential) as a Cancer-Sun and natal 10th house (career/goals) as a Virgo-rising; and square my Chiron (ouch!). Who am I (1st house) and where am I going (10th house)? I know who I am ... or do I? It doesn't seem like my life has changed much. Maybe because I'm living it, day by day. Since 2009, I lost my father and gained a spiritual guide; I moved across the country and back to my hometown and family; I started (and continue to) maintain this blog; I had a job, quit that job, worked from home, started a new job, and all the while, continue to give astro readings; I got out of debt, got back in debt, and getting out of debt again. So, I guess there have been changes :) Not just in my tangible world, but in my inner sanctum, as well. I have grown through experience. Surely, that affects what I want in my life now. What I set out to do two years ago or last year may have morphed into a different set of goals/aspirations. hmmm.... Well, here's a new moon for my new beginning...

How might this new moon manifest in your life? Look to the natal (and/or solar) house this new moon will occupy in your birth chart. Match the sign and degree to the sign on the house cusp. Use the list below to identify the Cancer zodiac sign then click here to read about the New Moon in Houses.

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For those without a birth chart, you may use your Sun sign or Rising/Ascendant sign, if you know it. Look for your Sun and Rising signs below then click here for an explanation of New Moon illuminating those houses.

Aries-Sun or Aries Rising ~ 4th House
Taurus-Sun or Taurus Rising ~ 3rd House
Gemini-Sun or Gemini-Rising ~ 2nd House
Cancer-Sun or Cancer-Rising ~ 1st House
Leo-Sun or Leo-Rising ~ 12th House
Virgo-Sun or Virgo-Rising ~ 11th House
Libra-Sun or Libra-Rising ~ 10th House
Scorpio-Sun or Scorpio-Rising ~ 9th House
Sagittarius-Sun or Sagittarius-Rising ~ 8th House
Capricorn-Sun or Capricorn-Rising ~ 7th House
Aquarius-Sun or Aquarius-Rising ~ 6th House
Pisces-Sun or Pisces-Rising ~ 5th House

Unsure if you have natal planets/house planets on or around 10 degrees of cardinal signs? Cast your own birth chart at alabe.com for use as reference -- birth date, time and place required.

For those doing the new moon wishes ritual, the moon will be new on July 1 at 1:54 a.m. PDT / 4:54 a.m. EDT and will be void of course at 4:37 a.m. PDT / 7:37 a.m. EDT. Click here for Jan Spiller's DailyOm.com article, briefly explaining new moon wishes. (opens a new window)

Is today your birthday? Schedule your session for a Solar Return (birthdays), 3-Chart Reading (detailed natal & overall outlook for the next 12 months), an Eclipses Reading, or request a quote for a more customized reading tailored to your needs. You might also consider giving a loved one the gift of insight.

Related articles:The New Moon in Natal Houses
Understanding Eclipses
Solar Returns Explained
Current Planetary Transits
Cancer-Capricorn Eclipses
Sun in Cancer ~ June 21 to July 22/23, 2011

Solar eclipse image from Bodø, Norway. Credit and copyright to space.com.

Sun in Cancer ~ June 21 to July 22/23, 2011

noreply@blogger.com (astrogrrl.com) — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 04:00:00 +0000

Summer is here! (well, for us northern hemisphere folks, anyway :) The Sun joins Mercury and begins his transit in my Sun sign, Cancer, on June 21st at 10:16 a.m. PDT / 1:16 p.m. EDT, where he'll remain until July 22nd (PDT) / July 23rd (EDT). The Sun represents the self we present to the external world, our vital life force, potential, ambitions, intentions, and unrealized/untapped inherent talents/skills.

In Gemini, the Sun is outgoing, chatty, animated, and cerebral. In Cancer, the Sun's energy is focused on the inner workings of the self -- who we are, what we desire, who/what motivates us -- rooted at our hearts and the emotional side of the self. Most Cancer-Suns initially react from the heart and are not necessarily moved by reason or practicality, especially if their gut feelings urge them otherwise. The cardinal sign of Cancer represents our roots, our families, the past, the home, and our emotions. Cancer is sensitive, intuitive, and maternal. She is ruled by the Moon, who moves approximately one degree every 2.5 hours and changes signs (personalities) every 2.5 days, which may help with Cancer-Suns unfortunate reputation of being 'moody' :(

The Sun in Cancer encourages us all to be more attuned to our emotions, sensitivities, intuition, and value our private life enough to give it as much effort as our external drives. This transit period is ideal for reconnecting with family members who we may have neglected but are significant to us; remembering the past (both painful and happy memories) that has helped shape who we are today; spending more time with our immediate family and letting our actions mirror our love for them; and finding balance between satisfying our conscious will and our deepest heart's desires.

This year on July 1st, we'll have a New Moon / Solar Eclipse in Cancer which will be the third consecutive eclipse since June and the last of the Cancer-Capricorn series of eclipses. I, for one, am happy that set of eclipses is over! With Gemini-Sagittarius eclipses in full swing until 2013 and stimulating my natal 4th (home/family) and 10th (career/future goals) houses, I can go without Cancer-Capricorn eclipses all over my solar 1st (self/potential) and 7th (relationships) houses :)

How might the Sun's transit in Cancer manifest in your world? Look to the Cancer-ruled house/s in your birth chart. Match the sign with the house cusp/s on your birth chart. Use the list of zodiac sign below to identify the Cancer zodiac sign on your birth chart then click here for an explanation of the Sun transiting those solar and/or natal houses.

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For those without a birth chart, you may use your Sun sign or Rising/Ascendant sign, if you know it. Look for your Sun and/or Rising Sign below then click here for an explanation of the Sun transiting those solar and/or natal houses.

Aries-Sun or Aries Rising ~ 4th House
Taurus-Sun or Taurus Rising ~ 3rd House
Gemini-Sun or Gemini-Rising ~ 2nd House
Cancer-Sun or Cancer-Rising ~ 1st House
Leo-Sun or Leo-Rising ~ 12th House
Virgo-Sun or Virgo-Rising ~ 11th House
Libra-Sun or Libra-Rising ~ 10th House
Scorpio-Sun or Scorpio-Rising ~ 9th House
Sagittarius-Sun or Sagittarius-Rising ~ 8th House
Capricorn-Sun or Capricorn-Rising ~ 7th House
Aquarius-Sun or Aquarius-Rising ~ 6th House
Pisces-Sun or Pisces-Rising ~ 5th House

Alternatively, you may cast your own birth chart at alabe.com for use as reference -- birth date, time, and place required.

Are you celebrating a birthday? Schedule a session for a Solar Return (birthdays) or 3-Chart Package Reading (detailed natal & overall outlook for the next 12 months). Or you might consider giving a loved one the gift of insight.

Have a question or need a quote for a more customized reading, ask me here.

What significance do planets, signs, and houses have in astrology? Planets have the function, the job to do. The style/manner they will use get that job done is defined by the zodiac sign they occupy. Where in our life the job gets done is determined by the house the planet occupies/transits. So, when Mars (aggression) is in Aries (bold), he is more assertive than when he is in Cancer (sensitive). When traveling through the 10th house (professional life), he may bring his confidence and motivation in matters relating to our career. While in the 11th house (friendships), we may be more inclined to having our social calendar packed with activities. Having the foresight for what may be coming up or receiving confirmation on what may be happening now are ways astrology can be beneficial ... as above, so below.

Related articles:
Transiting Sun in Natal Houses
Mercury in Cancer ~ June 16 to July 2/3, 2011
Current Planetary Transits
Solar Returns Explained ~ your personal year
Schedule an appointment
Client reviews

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Mars in Gemini ~ June 20 to August 3, 2011

noreply@blogger.com (astrogrrl.com) — Wed, 15 Jun 2011 04:00:00 +0000

Statue de Mars ornant la Porte de Paris à Lille via Wikimedia Commons

Mars breaks away from Taurean energy. In Taurus, Mars is steady, prudent, and reliable which can sometimes be restrictive. Mars is the planet of action, energy, and movement, after all. He represents our physical drives, aggression, passions, anger, self-assertion, confidence, and the motivation behind our efforts.

Mars' move to the sign of Gemini offers him a chance roam more freely. In Gemini, Mars' energies are driven by mental activities and intellectual pursuits. In his rage, he might take up words as his weapon while he fights in a heated debate. His passions rise with mental stimulation. Mars in Gemini is ready to act and take up multiple tasks.

This period is great for getting a lot of things done quickly. All that was decided upon and planned while Mars was in Taurus can now be started or continued and concluded during this period. So, just move down the checklist of your "to do" items and let's get some things accomplished!

One thing to watch out for -- in Gemini, Mars may lack focus. Energies and efforts may be scattered. Projects get started but don't get finished. So, make sure to give Mars in Gemini explicit instructions and specific tasks in order to give the Gemini energy concentration.

For those with their natal Mars in Gemini, you'll have your Mars Return which occurs approximately every two years. This a great time to make movements on future plans or take action on shorter-term goals. Look to the house placement and natal aspects to your natal Mars to get an idea of what may be highlighted/triggered during your Mars Return. Some people find this period ideal for making career-related plans.

This year, Mars transits Gemini beginning on June 20th at 7:50 p.m. PDT / 10:50 p.m. EDT until August 3rd. Upon entering Gemini, Mars will quickly squares Neptune while the Cancer-Sun trines Neptune. These first few days (June 20-23) when both Mercury (thought/communication) and the Sun (conscious will/potential) aligning with Neptune (compassion/spirituality) can be a time when our actions can be inspired and motivated by selfless drives. At worst, this can be a few days of 'escaping' and being out of sync from reality or responsibilities.

How might Mars' transit in Gemini manifest in your world? Look to the Gemini-ruled house/s in your birth chart. Match the sign with the house cusp/s on your birth chart. Use the list of zodiac sign below to identify the Gemini zodiac sign on your birth chart then click here for an explanation of Mars transiting those solar and/or natal houses.

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For those without a birth chart, you may use your Sun sign or Rising/Ascendant sign, if you know it. Look for your Sun and/or Rising Sign below then click here for an explanation of Mars transiting those solar and/or natal houses.

Aries-Sun or Aries-Rising ~ 3rd House
Taurus-Sun or Taurus-Rising ~ 2nd House
Gemini-Sun or Gemini-Rising ~ 1st House
Cancer-Sun or Cancer-Rising ~ 12th House
Leo-Sun or Leo-Rising ~ 11th House
Virgo-Sun or Virgo-Rising ~ 10th House
Libra-Sun or Libra-Rising ~ 9th House
Scorpio-Sun or Scorpio-Rising ~ 8th House
Sagittarius-Sun or Sagittarius-Rising ~ 7th House
Capricorn-Sun or Capricorn-Rising ~ 6th House
Aquarius-Sun or Aquarius-Rising ~ 5th House
Pisces-Sun or Pisces-Rising ~ 4th House

Alternatively, you may cast your own birth chart at alabe.com for use as reference -- birth date, time, and place required.

Are you celebrating a birthday? Schedule a session for a Solar Return (birthdays) or 3-Chart Package Reading (detailed natal & overall outlook for the next 12 months). Or you might consider giving a loved one the gift of insight.

Have a question or need a quote for a more customized reading, ask me here.

What significance do planets, signs, and houses have in astrology? Planets have the function, the job to do. The style/manner they will use get that job done is defined by the zodiac sign they occupy. Where in our life the job gets done is determined by the house the planet occupies/transits. So, when Mars (aggression) is in Aries (bold), he is more assertive than when he is in Cancer (sensitive). When traveling through the 10th house (professional life), he may bring his confidence and motivation in matters relating to our career. While in the 11th house (friendships), we may be more inclined to having our social calendar packed with activities. Having the foresight for what may be coming up or receiving confirmation on what may be happening now are ways astrology can be beneficial ... as above, so below.

Related articles:
Transiting Mars in Natal Houses
Current Planetary Transits
Solar Returns Explained ~ your personal year
Schedule an appointment
Client reviews

Mercury in Cancer ~ June 16 to July 2/3, 2011

noreply@blogger.com (astrogrrl.com) — Sat, 11 Jun 2011 16:00:00 +0000

Blue crab © St. Croix Environmental Information Repository

Mercury leaves the light, logical realm of Gemini and braves the watery depths of Cancer. Mercury governs all manners of thinking, communication, schooling, commerce, short travel and siblings.

In Gemini, our minds are quick to think and move on, our thoughts logical, our words articulate, and truth may unfold through reasoning. In Cancer, our minds need to believe or feel what we think, our thoughts rooted at the heart, our words driven by emotions, and truth may be revealed through intuition. Cancer is the first water sign of zodiac, feminine (receptive), cardinal (creative/leader), and governed by the Moon. Cancer represents our inner sanctum, emotions, intuition, and matters relating with women.

While Mercury is in Cancer, we are reminded that our words have meaning, beyond the obvious. Mere words can uplift or discourage; bring joy or sadness, comfort or frustration, courage or fear; confidence or doubt; facilitate peace or incite war; express love or hate. What we communicate and express are seeded at the thought level.

Mercury in Cancer encourages us to seed our thoughts with consideration that our spoken and written words illicit emotional responses as well as academic or intellectual ones -- our thoughts and words rooted from our intent.

This year, Mercury's transit through Cancer begins on June 16th at 12:09 p.m. PDT / 3:09 p.m. EDT and ends on July 2nd (PDT) / July 3rd (EDT).

How might Mercury's transit in Cancer have an influence on you? Look to the Cancer-ruled house/s in your birth chart. Match the sign with the house cusp/s on your birth chart. Use the list of zodiac signs below to identify the Cancer zodiac sign on your birth chart then click here for a brief explanation of Mercury transiting those houses.

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For those without a birth chart, you may use your Sun sign or Rising/Ascendant sign, if you know it. Look for them below then click here for a brief explanation of Mercury's transit in those houses.

Aries-Sun or Aries Rising ~ 4th House
Taurus-Sun or Taurus Rising ~ 3rd House
Gemini-Sun or Gemini-Rising ~ 2nd House
Cancer-Sun or Cancer-Rising ~ 1st House
Leo-Sun or Leo-Rising ~ 12th House
Virgo-Sun or Virgo-Rising ~ 11th House
Libra-Sun or Libra-Rising ~ 10th House
Scorpio-Sun or Scorpio-Rising ~ 9th House
Sagittarius-Sun or Sagittarius-Rising ~ 8th House
Capricorn-Sun or Capricorn-Rising ~ 7th House
Aquarius-Sun or Aquarius-Rising ~ 6th House
Pisces-Sun or Pisces-Rising ~ 5th House

Alternatively, you may cast your own birth chart at alabe.com for use as reference -- birth date, time, and place required.

Are you celebrating a birthday? Schedule a session for a Solar Return (birthdays) or 3-Chart Package Reading (detailed natal & overall outlook for the next 12 months). Or you might consider giving a loved one the gift of insight.

Have a question or need a quote for a more customized reading, ask me here.

What significance do planets, signs, and houses have in astrology? Planets have the function, the job to do. The style/manner they will use get that job done is defined by the zodiac sign they occupy. Where in our life the job gets done is determined by the house the planet occupies/transits. So, when Mars (aggression) is in Aries (bold), he is more assertive than when he is in Cancer (sensitive). When traveling through the 10th house (professional life), he may bring his confidence and motivation in matters relating to our career. While in the 11th house (friendships), we may be more inclined to having our social calendar packed with activities. Having the foresight for what may be coming up or receiving confirmation on what may be happening now are ways astrology can be beneficial ... as above, so below.

Related articles:
Transiting Mercury in Natal Houses
Sun in Cancer ~ June 20 to July 22/23, 2011
Current Planetary Transits
Solar Returns Explained ~ your personal year
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Full Moon/Lunar Eclipse in Sagittarius ~ June 15, 2011

noreply@blogger.com (astrogrrl.com) — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 04:00:00 +0000

March 21, 2011 Supermoon at Glastonbury via Anorak News

Here comes the second of three consecutive eclipses this summer (or whatever season it may be in your part of the globe :) This is also the first Lunar Eclipse in Sagittarius in the Gemini-Sagittarius series of eclipses that began December 21, 2010. The most recent eclipse occurred just two weeks before on June 1st with a Solar Eclipse in Gemini.

Here's a little recap of what eclipses represent in astrology.The days, sometimes weeks, approaching to an eclipse create intense and impatient energy. There's a bit of chaos and the feeling/fear of being out of control with what's happening all around, especially in each of our immediate environment and personal lives. This might be because eclipses, in astrology, are accelerators. They speed up events, issues, situations in our personal lives and demand for them to be dealt with. Eclipses are supercharged full and new moons with influence extending up to six months.

The degree of difficulty depends on the readiness of the individual to tackle these challenges, his/her willingness to do the work required, and his/her commitment to the cause/s which is really the self and its growth. The level of influence an eclipse or set of eclipses have also depends on individual birth charts.

That said, let's move on to this month's Full Moon in Sagittarius (at 1:14 p.m. PDT / 4:14 p.m. EDT), which also happens to be a Lunar Eclipse (at 1:12 p.m PDT / 4:12 p.m. EDT). Full Moons signify endings, the culmination of what may been initiated during the previous New Moon in Gemini, which challenged us to 'see' things/situations/events for what they really are and no more turning a blind eye or escaping in wishful thinking, but instead, time to break away from what's been holding us back.

This Eclipsed Sagittarius-Full Moon (heart/inner core), while seeking balance/harmony with the Gemini-Sun (soul/conscious will) and Mercury (mind/communication), comes ever so close to blending energies with the Sagittarius-North Node (life direction). Many of us may find ourselves questioning where we're going or how we may be planning to get to our desired destination and whether this is the best course of action. Others may be realizing what they've been working towards are no longer what they're passionate about or what gives them joy/contentment. There are those who might also find that the choices they've made have brought changes that may be challenging, but also exciting and fulfilling. However this Lunar Eclipse may play out in your world, listen to your heart if it is tugging at you. Also, let's be mindful of improving our internal dialog and external interactions, then shift our perspective to 'see' the bigger picture, so that your choices/actions may reflect your ultimate goal/s.

This Full Moon Eclipse occurs at 25 degrees in Sagittarius. Sagittarians born around December 16 and Geminis born around June 15, along with those who have planets/house angles around 25 degrees of mutable signs may experience this lunar eclipse more powerfully than others.

For me as a Virgo rising (click here for my chart), this eclipsed full moon falls in my natal 3rd house (thought/communication) but is also conjunct my natal 4th house (family/home; where I've been) and seeking balance with issues in my 9th (personal growth/experiences) and 10th (career/future goals; where I'm going) houses. This Sagittarius-Moon, Gemini-Sun, Mercury and North Node stimulate my natal Pluto (endings/transformation) and natal 1st (self/potential)/7th (relationships) houses, too; and forms a cardinal t-square with my natal Pluto and ascendant (1st house) as focal points. Couple this with the existing long term transits in full force with my birth chart; and this summer/rest of year may just be as 'challenging' and full of 'opportunities' for growth as the second half of last year was when my solar return happened alongside the 2010 cardinal t-square/cross & Cancer-Eclipsed New Moon intensity. Whew! I'm tired already :)

How might this full moon manifest in your world? Match the sign and degree to determine what house this full moon/lunar eclipse falls in. Use the list of zodiac signs below to identify the sign Sagittarius on your birth chart then click here for a brief explanation on the Full Moon transit in that house.

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If you don't have your birth chart, you may use your Sun sign and/or your Rising/Ascendant sign, if you know it. Look for your Sun and Rising Signs below then click here for a brief explanation of the Full Moon transit in those houses.

Aries-Sun or Aries Rising ~ 9th House
Taurus-Sun or Taurus Rising ~ 8th House
Gemini-Sun or Gemini-Rising ~ 7th House
Cancer-Sun or Cancer-Rising ~ 6th House
Leo-Sun or Leo-Rising ~ 5th House
Virgo-Sun or Virgo-Rising ~ 4th House
Libra-Sun or Libra-Rising ~ 3rd House
Scorpio-Sun or Scorpio-Rising ~ 2nd House
Sagittarius-Sun or Sagittarius-Rising ~ 1st House
Capricorn-Sun or Capricorn-Rising ~ 12th House
Aquarius-Sun or Aquarius-Rising ~ 11th House
Pisces-Sun or Pisces-Rising ~ 10th House

Unsure if you have natal planets/house planets on or around 25 degrees of mutable signs? Cast your own birth chart at alabe.com for use as reference -- birth date, time and place required.

Is today your birthday? Schedule your session for a Solar Return (birthdays), 3-Chart Reading (detailed natal & overall outlook for the next 12 months), an Eclipses Reading, or request a quote for a more customized reading tailored to your needs. You might also consider giving a loved one the gift of insight.

Related articles:
Full Moon in Natal Houses
Understanding Eclipses
2010-2013 Gemini-Sagittarius Eclipses
Current Planetary Transits
Solar Returns Explained ~ your personal year
New Moon/Solar Eclipse in Gemini ~ June 1, 2011
Sun in Gemini ~ May 21 to June 20, 2011
Mercury in Gemini ~ June 2 to 16, 2011
Venus in Gemini ~ June 9 to July 3/4, 2011

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Saturn Direct ~ June 12, 2011

noreply@blogger.com (astrogrrl.com) — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 04:00:00 +0000

Mr. Stone Cold Reality stations direct on June 12 at 8:51 p.m. PDT / 11:51 p.m. EDT, after being retrograde since January 25th. Saturn represents our limitations, boundaries, obligations, responsibilities, challenges, and the hard work and perseverance required for success in endeavors. As written on previous Saturn posts: Saturn, the taskmaster, teaches us lifelong karmic lessons. His approach is thorough through accepting our realities and applying disciplined, practical and hard work to rise above what limits us and be a success in our endeavors.

In the sign of Libra, Saturn's focus is on our significant relationships and the obligations that come with our commitments to them. It is the less romantic approach to love but with the lesson learned comes longevity and strength of union. The same holds true for other platonic but committed partnerships. Despite personal difficulties, hurdles to jump over, broken pieces to pick up and sweat poured from the hard work, this relationship (with a best friend, business partner, parent, sibling, etc.) endures.

While Saturn was retrograde, we may have found it difficult to move forward with our plans, especially during the station days (June 12-17) when Saturn must adjust to his change of direction/pace. Don't be frustrated. Consider that things are not moving forward as quickly as you'd like because, despite what you might believe, you or the situation may not be completely ready to move ahead. Take the opportunities presented to you, limit actions, take smaller strides, and leave negative thinking/energies behind. Saturn's actions and steps are measured which might, at times, be at the speed of molasses, but they will likely prove to be effective and successful.

On the day Saturn stations direct, the Gemini-Sun (ego/conscious will) blends energies with Mercury (thought/communication) while Venus (love/money), who is also in Gemini, makes friends with Uranus (awareness/radical change) in Aries. With the Moon also waxing for an eclipsed full moon on June 15th, things may get a bit tense and intense, especially within our significant relationships, interactions with superiors, or money matters. Watch out and avoid becoming a player in the blame game. Assess if situations truly needs action taken at the present moment; if not, opt for tackling the issues another day with, hopefully, a clearer head.

While retrograde, Saturn went back through 18 to 10 degrees of Libra, and will now revisit those degrees for a third and last time until September 21. Where do 10 to 18 degrees of Libra fall on your birth chart? Those with natal planets/house angles in Libra or cardinal signs between 10 and 18 degrees have been getting an extra workout from Saturn, especially those going through their Saturn Return! How has Saturn's retrograde cycle been for you, thus far?

Unsure where 10-18 degrees of Libra falls on your chart or whether you have natal planets/house planets between 10-18 degrees of cardinal signs? Cast your own birth chart at alabe.com for use as reference -- birth date, time, and place required.

Alternatively, I am also available personal consultations tailored to your needs. Are you celebrating a birthday? Or know someone who is? Schedule your session for a Solar Return (birthdays), Saturn Return, or 3-Chart Reading (detailed natal & overall outlook for the next 12 months) or request a quote for a more customized reading tailored to your needs. You might also consider giving a loved one the gift of insight.

Related articles:
Transiting Saturn in Natal Houses
Saturn in Libra
Saturn Retrograde ~ January 25/26 to June 12, 2011
Current Planetary Transits
Solar Returns Explained ~ your personal year
Saturn Returns Explained ~ occurs every 28-30 years
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Jupiter Sextile Neptune ~ June 8, 2011

noreply@blogger.com (astrogrrl.com) — Sun, 05 Jun 2011 04:00:00 +0000

What's your dream? Jupiter (abundance) sextiles Neptune (enlightenment) on June 8th. This first half of June is a good time to be reminded of our idealism. Getting back in touch with our dreams can go a long way into giving hope to difficult life events or impossible situations. Regaining our sense of wonder and faith help offer an alternate perspective into an existing issue.

Jupiter reminds us of the best that life can offer. Neptune urges us to look beyond the tangible world. Jupiter represents expansion, luck, happiness, and opportunities. He is currently in Taurus, where his energy seeks comfort and stability. Neptune governs the subconscious world, spirituality, visions, and imagination. She is presently in her home sign of Pisces.

Elsewhere in the sky and on the day that Jupiter and Neptune perfect their sextile, Chiron (healing), who is also transiting Pisces, stations for retrograde motion. As he turns his focus inward, Chiron reinforces the Neptunian/Piscean spiritual/intuitive/reflective nature.

Take advantage of their alliance by broadening your interests, stepping out of your comfort zone, or cultivating a more spiritual approach to daily life. Keep in mind that, at worst, Jupiter can be overzealous or overly optimistic, and Neptune can be confusing or too much of an escapist. So although, this may not be the time take action towards achieving your dreams, it's an ideal time to awaken your conscious self to whatever unconscious or semi-conscious drives you may have. What you eventually do with whatever's unmasked is up to you :)

Jupiter sextile Neptune occurs at almost 1 degree of Taurus (fixed sign) and Pisces (mutable sign). Those born around February 18-21 and April 19-22 or those with natal planets/house angles near 1 degree of fixed or mutable signs may be more sensitive to this Jupiter-Neptune sextile.

Unsure if you have natal planets/house planets near 1 degree of fixed or mutable signs? Cast your own birth chart at alabe.com for use as reference -- birth date, time, and place required.

Alternatively, I am also available for personal consultations tailored to your needs. Are you celebrating a birthday? Or know someone who is? Schedule your session for a Solar Return (birthdays) or 3-Chart Reading (detailed natal & overall outlook for the next 12 months) or request a quote for a more customized reading tailored to your needs. Consider giving a loved one the gift of insight.

Related articles:
Chiron Retrograde in Pisces ~ June 8 to November 10, 2011
Jupiter in Taurus ~ June 4, 2011 to July 11, 2012
Neptune in Pisces ~ April 4 to August 4, 2011
Neptune Retrograde ~ June 3 to November 9, 2011
Current Planetary Transits
Solar Returns Explained ~ your personal year
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Client reviews

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