Early afternoon PST we see the Aries Moon sextile Mercury, making us talky about our Will and what we intend to do to facillitate it–not the best indulgence if we’d like to retain the power to do our own thing; it’s also possible that the emotional perceptions will communicate themselves, or communicate with others, in order to gain power through co-operation–this is a healthy option as long as we’re the kind of person ready and willing to work with others–but in any case, for our own emotional security, we must remain the leader of our own drama, making our own choices, whether in tandem with others or not.

By 6 PM PST the Moon opposes Zeus in Libra; those of you who’ve seen the Zeus article in ECLIPSE (http://dogandsunflower.wordpress.com/eclipse-in-depth-astrology-for-the-21st-century/) will know just what kind of ambitious and Willful energies may come forward in us; or, much more likely, what energies we’ll face. This specific desire nature can leap to the fore in interaction with others, as relationships suddenly show their ambition or sexual desire facets quite openly. There’s only trouble if we are in denial about the existence of these energies, or if we project our own Zeusian tendencies onto others–then, real power struggles could ensue, as the Will of one tries to impose itself on the Other.

By 8 AM PST of the 18th the Aries Moon squares the Nodal Axis, quincunxes Pallas, and semi-sextiles Sedna in concert. This could bring a very trying moment where the emotional impetus is clearly in conflict with the life direction; we’re called upon to check choices against what we know to be wise, but here’s the problem: with Sedna in the mix we are literally unable to see the act or choice that would benefit our own cause. Just be aware of this, and you’ll understand that not choosing at this time will allow you to make a better choice in the near future.

The bonus today is that Earth and Vesta are conjunct at 29 degrees of Leo–why is this a bonus? Because it offers us the opportunity to see how well our material situation is in line with our most sacred values–and it also gives us the energy and desire (29 degrees) to do something about it.

By 5 PM the Sun has entered Pisces and the Aries Moon is semi-sextile Uranus, bringing a surprising flavor to the energy shift; we may find ourselves quite happily allowing our Will to be superseded by the Will or good of the group–embrace the Selflessness of the moment in ways that also respect the emotional needs of the Self (Aries).

By 2:30 PM PST the Moon is nearing the end of her journey through the energy that urges her to express herself, which is not always easy for her. She sextiles Neptune, Chiron, then conjuncts Juno, and we meet the ways our Will can realize our ideals, and vice versa, and we also get a moment of ease with our wound–by this I mean, we are able to see how our injuries serve (or delay) our emotional health. The meeting with Juno, though, brings a fulfilling end to Moon in Aries, uniting our emotional Will with our means of empowerment–for some, a wish fulfilled.

Midnight brings the Moon trine Vesta at 29 degrees–we may feel we must address issues of sacred duty, home, sex, and life commitments, but this is an emotional reaction that is best used to examine how these issues make us feel, rather than plan our actions based on current perceptions.

The Moon enters Taurus at 2:56 AM on the 19th PST and immediately sextiles the Sun, fresh in Pisces, and trines the Earth in Virgo. This can feel like a mini-re-birth as major energies shift into new modes of expression. Embrace the fresh breath of air with an awareness that this makes everything just a little bit different, that it moves our seat at the opera just a tad–and that changes our view.

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