Category Archives: current events in the sky

3 March 2010: Feeling Fiasco

03 Wednesday Mar 2010

Posted by in astrology, current events in the sky

≈ 4 Comments

Tags

,

By 9 AM PST the Libra Moon quincunxes the exact Venus/ Uranus conjunction, and sextiles Vesta; the picture is one of having to adjust the emotional reaction to the surprising things we’re seeing–they’re pleasant, yes (or at least illustrative of a relationship, values, or financial situation) and supported by our own ultimate values–so then why does it seem so weird? By 10 AM the Moon is at the Vesta/ Ceres midpoint, and may give us a clue: what we’re really uncomfortable with is one of two things, that this shows authorities in an unanticipated light, or that we are really being asked to negotiate our values–in other words, to compromise what we find most important–and neither alternative sits well with us.

By 11:30 AM PST the Moon is sextile Ceres and trine Neptune, and this places Ceres as midpoint to the trine. Authorities or maternal figures may bring our fantasies or long held dreams to life; or, we could find ourselves trying to intuit our way through what is essentially the fantasy of another, as that person puts us in an untenable position: support my delusion, or betray me emotionally, is what they seem to be saying. By 1 PM the Moon trines Chiron, forming the last major aspect for the Libra transit, and what we have is emotions that are ready to dive in, either to heal completely, or to wallow in hurt. It’s not entirely our choice which will present itself, though the idea here is to shift to healing, no matter what our experience begins as.

Void begins at 1:33 PM PST; this offers us a long stretch when we should just relax into the flow–don’t fight it, or initiate anything right now, as it won’t come to anything, or won’t proceed as anticipated (but, a Void is the perfect time to mail your completed tax return, as it typically assures you of a quick refund with no audit or hang-ups). The Moon enters Scorpio at 6:11 PM PST. Immediately she squares Mars, and putting up our dukes over old grudges, aggressions, and war wounds could be our first reaction. Scorpio doesn’t leave us anywhere to hide, with our inclinations if we don’t start punching running toward the ‘hide our resentments and let them fester’ variety (Fester! Now there was a cheerful Addams). It’s almost impossible to detach when we’re up to our necks in Water, especially as by 1 AM on the 4th the Moon trines Mercury and opposes Juno. This suggests we’ll speak our mind to those in charge–but will it be ‘Truth to Power,’ or just a vengeful tantrum? Again, hard as it may be, try to stay mellow and go for some liquid soothing, something Water-attuned that may act as balm to jangled nerves. Otherwise, by 3 AM PST we see a sextile to Pluto and a continued trine to Mercury, and may shift from speaking up and resisting to speaking out with the intent to destroy. It’s all gone too far at this point–consider taking a vow of silence as the Moon goes Void, and continue indefinitely for the sake of both nerves and relationships.

2 March 2010: Busy Busy

02 Tuesday Mar 2010

Posted by in astrology, current events in the sky, future events in the sky, Spiritual Considerations

≈ 4 Comments

Tags

, , ,

Heavy work and social commitments will be keeping me from commenting in the Blogosphere as much as I’d like over the next week or so; I just popped in to make a few observations about today, and will try and get a full report out for tomorrow later this evening. Of course, it’s no biggie if you’ve got the March Forecast available in ECLIPSE http://dogandsunflower.wordpress.com/eclipse-in-depth-astrology-for-the-21st-century/ I’m at work on the Spring issue right now, and appreciate every sale– thanks for your support!

This beautiful photo is in the public domain, thanks to Fanghong-from Wikimedia Commons

Now, on to why you’re really here. The Libra Moon quincunxes the Sun and then conjuncts Zeus 1 PM-3PM today PST. This may light up something that makes us feel uncomfortable, and the answer for many will be either 1) putting ambition or Will-fulfillment efforts into high gear, or 2) aligning with those who are perceived to hold the power. Libra only encourages alliances, and when they seem to be the answer to our own emotional discomfort we may be too quick to throw our lot in with someone a little more Machievellian than we would normally hang out with–and that means this is an influence that could put us in over our heads with the wrong people more quickly than we might realize. For those who keep the power in their own hands, this will actually work out better, though here the caution is to avoid a one-note push forward that focuses too strongly on the Self; this can be avoided by monitoring the emotional reactions, as the Libra Moon will help keep consideration of others at the forefront of thought and response.

We’re well into tomorrow PST before the Moon makes overtures to any other body, so I’ll leave you with the aspect of the day: Vesta in Leo opposed Neptune in Aquarius. This can create an interesting stand-off for us, internally or externally, as the purest conception of what we find sacred in life (Vesta) is challenged to live up to the ideals present in real-life (Neptune); and of course there’s a lot of ego and pride behind upholding what we consider sacred (Leo), so that when we are presented with the contrast to the way the ideals have actually structured our existence (through the Higher Mind–Aquarius–as it directs Spirit) we may be disconcerted to find that there is a gap between what we purport to believe and the way we have created this in the life. It’s important that we align these two, for our own spiritual health; we have until December 15th, 2011 to do it–that’s when Vesta meets Neptune at 28 Aquarius, and the two need to blend perfectly, as dissonance will be felt in every cell.

And this is something http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/35662192/ns/technology_and_science-space/?GT1=43001

1 March 2010: Expressive Moon

28 Sunday Feb 2010

Posted by in astrology, current events in the sky

≈ Comments Off on 1 March 2010: Expressive Moon

Tags

, , , , ,

3 AM PST and the Virgo Moon opposes lovely Piscean Venus, suggesting the emotions detach from their relationship roots and sit ‘out there.’ Feelings of alienation, wishing to be part of the larger scene (Pisces), and a too-critical stance toward the love object, one’s finances, or one’s talents is likely. It’s just a blip, so ride it out. By 8 AM PST the Moon opposes Uranus and our attention turns to the group or to expressing our own individuality, but take care; we may be too critical of our own creations and ideas, and we may think the group can’t keep up–and they’ll surprise us. At the same time the Moon squares Ceres, making us feel prickly toward authority and perhaps upsetting digestion and allergies–Mother Nature sees fit to stir up the morning hours (and lots of pollen).

Earth and Moon courtesy of NASA

By 10 AM PST the Virgo Moon quicunxes Neptune, giving us pause and the need to sort real from imaginary (or truth from deceit), and by 11 AM PST the Moon’s quincunx to Chiron says we may be fixed on hurt or on trying to heal. Shortly thereafter the Void begins, and we while away the time until the Moon enters Libra at 4:31 PM PST and immediately sextiles Mars at 00–bam! anger and aggression jump forward in relationships–though exchanges are wreathed in smiles and ‘please’ we will still feel the Martian energy coming at us (of from us). Even those who don’t think they have a beef will become relationship pugilists, and will probably be fighting (irony alert!) in the name of love. And, we won’t be shy about communicating our irritation–Moon quincunxes Mercury–just try to keep us from speaking out!

By 6 PM the Moon is within quincunx to Juno, as well, and that creates a Finger of God with Moon apex and Mercury and Juno as arms. This says that empowerment efforts and communciation issues combine and find expression through feeling–great for jazz musicians, public speakers, fundraisers, and preachers, among others–time communication efforts for this period and ‘impassioned’ will be the word used to describe you.

By 8 PM PST the Moon is tight with Saturn, and since Saturn is in his exaltation in Libra, we might see a need to make emotions manifest (rather than the clamping down on emotion we might otherwise expect). This is a creative aspect we can all take advantage of, if only to translate our emotional needs into an understanding of the kind of environment and relationships we truly require.

Check out my books and ECLIPSE, the magazine of in-depth astrology, here http://dogandsunflower.wordpress.com

Today’s Link: In case you haven’t had enough snow http://2hrsyulnvrgetbck.blogspot.com/2010/02/snow-in-photo-and-art.html and if you love the way there’s an asteroid for everything, check out this http://www.starsoverwashington.com/2010/02/mr-toyota-to-congress-asteroid-toyota.html#astrology Both are by the talented Jude Cowell.

Bonus Link: A quick peek at the week here, by astrologer Jo Madeleine Moore http://www.australianwomenonline.com/moore-weekly-stars/

The Full Moon, 28 Feb 2010: Wise Conclusions

25 Thursday Feb 2010

Posted by in astrology, current events in the sky, forecast

≈ 6 Comments

Tags

, , ,

The Virgo Full Moon occurs on February 28th at 8:36 AM PST at 9 Virgo 58. Full Moons typically bring culmination of energy expression related to the matters of the natal House where they land for each individual, and we have a clue about the conclusions we may reach in the Moon/ Earth conjunction quintile Pallas in Scorpio. It’s the only aspect, other than an opposition to Jupiter, which is conjunct the Sun within 11 minutes of exactitude; the opposition, thanks to Jupiter, amplifies the Full Moon, exaggerating the power of the Sun which, of course, provides the reflected light that ‘powers’ the Moon’s shine (See ‘What You Won’t See on the Blog’ for February’s Full Moon in the Winter issue of ECLIPSE for more on Jupiter’s role http://dogandsunflower.wordpress.com/eclipse-in-depth-astrology-for-the-21st-century/

I would describe the quintile as ‘the spark of genius’ aspect; in the individual chart it seems to suggest something acutely perceptive and well-developed linked to the combining of the energies involved. In the mundane or event chart, it may imply we are all temporarily infused with the qualities of the energy in aspect to the Moon, in this case, the wise guidance, the knowledge and skills, of Pallas Athena. In Scorpio she uses her wisdom to sound the depths, to understand secrets and what lies below the surface, to take the old and make it new again (she is, I think, the goddess of re-cycling, when in Scorpio!) and she is representative of the exercise of commerce, business at its most practical (and in Scorp, likely the goddess of hostile takeovers and forensic accounting, the ‘slick deal,’ the business that hides something, such as the noodle shop that launders mob cash), as well as the exercise of our learned and practiced skills–not our talents, necessarily, but those skills we can adeptly and consistently employ (those things we can reliably call on, the abilities we could fill in our Universal Job Application with).

public doman image courtesy http://karenswhimsy.com

These Pallas qualities can be applied to endings and conclusions offered by the Full Moon; our investment in matters of the House where this falls for each of us will bring us our end result, whether reward, wrap-up, or termination of the matter. The Sabian symbol for this degree (found here http://www.cafeastrology.com/sabiansymbols_degreemeanings.html) is itself mysterious: ‘Two Heads Looking Out Beyond the Shadows’ What could this mean?

The duality included in the image is intriguing; we don’t often consider that every sign is in effect a duality, not just those that feature their dual nature up front (such as Gemini and Libra). ‘Two Heads’ –well, we’ve all heard that’s better than one–to me this implies the intelligence of unity, whether that’s among colleagues or the co-operative, or within the individual–so in essence, this may be a symbol of the acceptance of the duality of Oneness, with an emphasis on the way this can encompass opposing points of view or interests.

‘Looking Out Beyond the Shadows’ suggests far-sight, and the ability to see past any darkness that may surround us. Considering the quintile the Full Moon makes to Pallas, what we may be seeing in this image is a reflection of Pallas in Scorpio’s qualities, their ‘genius,’ applied to the events of the Full Moon. The image contains symbolisms appropriate to Pallas: intelligence, and  far-sight and the ability to see past human or earthly shadows (Pallas’ ability to guide wisely). What we are offered, then, is intelligence and wisdom applied to our Full Moon conclusions; this suggests that whatever occurs is ultimately the wisest outcome–there may be excavations, secrets revealed, changes and transformations, but in the end, the Universe is offering us a big dose of her wisdom, her smarts, her most divine expression, a Virgo Full Moon accounting–we need to accept and try to understand whatever comes forward as, ultimately, the best outcome for all.

Song for the Full Moon: Joni Mitchell’s ‘Twisted’

Further Reading: on the quintile, the ‘Golden Section,’ the Fifth Harmonic, and the connection to Venus, Erin Sullivan’s ‘RETROGRADE PLANETS: Traversing the Inner Landscape,’ section entitled, ‘Venus, Dual Goddess’

Today’s Link: Here’s a very effective analysis on the Full Moon and the Chilean earthquake http://cristinalaird.wordpress.com/2010/03/01/full-moon-in-virgo-february-28th-2010/

And have a great one!

23 Feb 2010: Life as Our Temple

23 Tuesday Feb 2010

Posted by in astrology, current events in the sky

≈ 3 Comments

Tags

, , , ,

The Gemini Moon trines Neptune, then sextiles Vesta and goes Void, filling the time until 12:08 PM PST with the vibe of a sacred space. We can shape the inner and outer into a personal temple, a sacramental stage onto which we can place our ideals and the pure forms of our life goals to be acted out. This is a point in time and space to re-dedicate our lives to our Purpose, in the same way that we did before incarnation, before all our stuff got in the way.

Even if we don’t actively sweep the floors of our temple and dust off our gods and goddesses, we will see the sacred space we have already created in our lives at work. Look around you; ‘what is’ reflects all that you believe and honor. If you aren’t pleased (no, awed) then change what you see; if what you attract in this period is dispiriting, feeds only the ego, or is harmful to others, have the guts to recognize that you may not truly be honoring all that you believe you are, and change that way of Being so that what you wish for and revere is what you pour your time, energy, and attention into. Pour out into the world what you want to see in your own life, and remember that as long as spirit and actions clash, inner and outer harmony will be lacking (and this means, too, that we must recognize that trouble outside is a direct reflection of trouble inside, not something to be gotten rid of or dismissed as a ‘toxic other’).

Moon enters Cancer 3:29 PM PST, making the usual Cardinal trouble, kicking up nonsense in a T-square with Saturn and Pluto (starts around 9 PM PST). It feels serious, but really, we’ve been through this about a zillion times before; by this point, if we’re still feeling our security threatened or unwanted change being pushed on us, then we just need to face that we haven’t handled the energies in a way that would resolve them effectively–don’t blame Saturn and Pluto anymore!

Trines to the Sun (11 PM PST) and Jupiter (4 AM on the 24th PST) make us very glad to have done the temple-tidying we pursued while the Moon was still in Gemini. This is the payoff point, with at the very least a sense of optimism and a clarity of Purpose (especially emotionally) flooding consciousness.

Today’s Link: even though this is from January, I really like what Jo has to say about Saturn in Libra http://astrologyinmotion.wordpress.com/2010/01/06/saturn-in-libra-cutting-the-fat/

See my books and e-zine Eclipse (still available and containing forecasts for Feb, Mar, and April, and articles on asteroid Zeus, chart interceptions, and more, only $2.95!) http://dogandsunflower.wordpress.com Thanks for all your support! And a special ‘Thank You’ to those who purchased a mag and asked a question! I enjoyed meeting and hearing from you all.

PS Did I tell you that there’s a new/ recently changed excerpt from JUNO IN THE NATAL CHART at http://dogandsunflower.wordpress.com ? Just scroll to the bottom of the Home page-Thanks!

22 Feb 2010: Keeping Our Balance

22 Monday Feb 2010

Posted by in astrology, current events in the sky

≈ Comments Off on 22 Feb 2010: Keeping Our Balance

Tags

, , ,

As promised yesterday, we can look forward to:  “another emotional wrinkle in things (at) 10:45 AM PST or so of the next day, the 22nd, but what a kerfluffle: the Moon in Gemini trines Zeus and squares Venus (the latter perfects noonish, PST)–here we must watch for the tendency of those who feel vulnerable (the Moon) to side with power and ambition, with the strivers (Zeus), even when this is not in their own best interests. Love, relationships, earning the reward or using the talent may seem too hard (square to Venus), but don’t let making a little effort sabotage what could be an excellent opportunity.”

Gemini Moon-which one to choose, which way to go? image from http://karenswhimsy.com

As the Moon squares Venus it also semi-squares Mars, which may only exaggerate the urge to win, something, in some way, not anybody’s choice for how to start off the week. We’re all, unfortunately, susceptible to a tendency toward pushing forward with the fantasy (Uranus, Venus, Jupiter, Sun all in Pisces) and justifying it with what seems like a rational train of thought, but which is likely either flawed from a basis in hurt or built on a fantasy (Chiron, Neptune, Mercury in Aquarius). Some can mobilize these energies very positively, with a resulting expression of the mentality based in imagination or ideals–aim for this no matter what your inclinations, and the results may be much better than you expect.

By 9 PM PST the Moon trines Mercury and we finally find out what we want to know–of course, this can appear to us to be positive or negative–just keep in mind Jung, and ask yourself, “What good can come from this bad?” or, “What bad can come from this good?” Not fun, but it not only prepares us, it keeps our emotions (and our reasoning ability and expectations) on a fairly even keel.

11 PM PST the Moon quincunxes the North Node, and we may feel we must adjust our course to accomodate feelings that surface; the problem is that no matter what time zone you’re in, this will feel like a middle-of-the-night, stressful, got-to-act-now revelation. Treat it as something to be mulled over, and 9 out of 10 of us will be glad we didn’t act, while that 1 will simply be in a better position to do what must be done. Then by 1 AM PST the 23rd the Moon quincunxes Pallas, and the Finger of God that forms (apex Moon, sextile between Pallas and NN) informs the emotional impulse with the wise choice. See? I told you to wait! And it pays off.

In gratitude to all who’ve been so supportive in purchasing the inaugural issue of ECLIPSE, I’d like to offer the opportunity to ask a single, brief question. Email me at juliedemboski@hotmail.com with your query; include your birth info (write out the month, place name not co-ordinates) and I will determine if your question requires a look at the natal chart, at transits, or a horary chart. Vague, open-ended questions bring vague answers; specifics bring focused info. All answers will, of necessity, be very brief; be patient, I’ll get back to you as quickly as possible, and I’m sure you can understand that I won’t have the time for any follow-up exchanges, though of course I look forward to any comments you may have. This offer is valid only for purchasers of the magazine, and cannot be reassigned to anyone else, and the email used must be the email from which you purchased the magazine–no exceptions. No questions will be answered before magazine purchase. And, in case you’re wondering, it’s not too late–purchase your own copy of ECLIPSE–only $2.95!–and get in on the deal! http://dogandsunflower.wordpress.com/eclipse-in-depth-astrology-for-the-21st-century/ And a big thank you to all who’ve participated by buying the mag and asking a question–it’s truly been a delight!

Today’s Link: from one of my idols, Melanie Reinhart, an article on the Chiron/Neptune conjunction (click through to articles, by Melanie, Chiron/ Neptune–there’s no direct link to the article) http://melaniereinhart.com/

And have a great day!

21 Feb 2010: Something to Talk About

21 Sunday Feb 2010

Posted by in astrology, current events in the sky

≈ 1 Comment

Tags

, ,

At 8:09 AM PST on the 21st we see the Taurus Moon just past square to Vesta; from my viewpoint, the start of the Taurus Moon Void. 10:47 AM brings the Moon into Gemini and ends a period that we’d best spend relaxing–we could probably all use it. It’s not until the 2 PM hour PST that the Moon makes its first aspect, a sextile to Mars retrograde in Leo–the ego may urge us to action, the emotions concur, but the most we may be up for is talk. We shouldn’t underestimate the value of exchanging ideas, networking, chatting, making connection, discussing, even jabbering pointlessly–for it’s in allowing the thoughts to flow that we may stumble upon important ideas, or come to some useful and happy realizations. Allowing a kind of free association in interaction will lead us in the right direction, whatever that may be.

Approximately 4:30 PM PST the Moon moves into T-square with the Sun/ Earth axis, and trines Saturn–if we’re looking for a time in the day when we can make the absolute most of our efforts, this is it, providing we can reconcile the tension that naturally arises between the emotional and intuitive perspective and the viewpoints of the identity, the spiritual Self, the material needs, and physical demands on the individual. Constructive action that respects the past, status quo, and rules will bring all facets into harmony, and allow us to make the most of this time.

6:30 PM PST finds the Moon quincunx Pluto, and the two energies want to, what else? talk it out. Discussion on the sharing of power, what must change or be destroyed and how we feel about it, take center stage. Those who resist opening up, whether they try to keep power for themselves, or because they find open talk threatening, will have the toughest time.

We don’t see another emotional wrinkle in things until 10:45 AM or so of the next day, the 22nd, but what a kerfluffle: the Moon in Gemini trines Zeus and squares Venus–here we must watch for the tendency of those who feel vulnerable (the Moon) to side with power and ambition, with the strivers (Zeus), even when this is not in their own best interests. Love, relationships, earning the reward or using the talent may seem too hard (square to Venus), but don’t let making a little effort sabotage what could be an excellent opportunity.

See and buy my new magazine here http://dogandsunflower.wordpress.com/eclipse-in-depth-astrology-for-the-21st-century/ and my books here http://dogandsunflower.wordpress.com/ Thanks!

Today’s Link: Interesting analysis of Venus/ Jupiter in Pisces http://cosmiclifecoach.wordpress.com/2010/02/20/patricia-thompson-legacy-of-venus-conjunct-jupiter-in-pisces-2010/

19-20 Feb 2010: Basic Instincts

19 Friday Feb 2010

Posted by in astrology, current events in the sky

≈ Comments Off on 19-20 Feb 2010: Basic Instincts

Tags

, ,

The Taurus Moon has offered us a re-birth with its immediate aspects to the Sun/Earth axis at 00, and we’d do well to look at things through this renewed lens, our basic instincts (it is Taurus, after all) refreshed and refocused, for the moment on the emotional effects of material matters. The morning square PST to Mars makes us want to act on what we feel; unfortunately this is flipped with our capacity for emotional realization, and may mean that we get into difficulties with our need to change it up while only considering the consequences later (7 AMish PST on the 20th, when the Moon squares Mercury) .

Before this, though, we may go through a stop and start and stop again way of reacting, as the Moon first  quincunxes Saturn (we try to measure how much to put on the brakes, likely unsuccessfully), then trines Pluto (what we’ve changed, transformed, or destroyed is presented to us), then sextiles Jupiter (and we get a little too much of whatever it is we’ve created, or we get feedback or exposure socially). After all this comes the Mercury contact, and we get the message, one way or another.

By then we’re well into the 20th, and spend the day either enjoying or trying to remedy what we created the day before. By 4 PM PST we are offered another new start, as the Moon conjuncts Sedna and trines the North Node–and this one may be involuntary, as the material either floods our consciousness or we become completely disconnected from it. This aspect allows us to feel without the usual impediments, mental, spiritual, psychic, or emotional, and yet we may not be able to label what we experience. It’s an event when emotional perceptions go directly to the nerves and bypass the brain–for some of us implying danger, while for others a unique sensory experience, and for still others a much needed ‘time out’ that allows a form of Taurean renewal.

By 6 PM the Moon opposes Pallas; expect emotional stand-offs centered on skills or ‘the wise course.’  10 PM PST brings a quincunx to Ceres, bringing forward a need to adjust the emotions to nature, reality, or the needs of others, as Ceres takes a maternal tone. 2 AM PST starts a sextile to Uranus, followed swiftly by squares to Chiron and Neptune; the emotions take a beating, first startled, then lied to, hurt, deluded, or comforted with fantasy. If we’re asleep at this point the effect will enter through our dreams; look for the ways the senses will be represented, and what this may say about waking life.

In gratitude to all who’ve been so supportive in purchasing the inaugural issue of ECLIPSE, I’d like to offer the opportunity to ask a single, brief question. Email me at juliedemboski@hotmail.com with your query; include your birth info (write out the month, place name not co-ordinates) and I will determine if your question requires a look at the natal chart, at transits, or a horary chart. Vague, open-ended questions bring vague answers; specifics bring focused info. All answers will, of necessity, be very brief; be patient, I’ll get back to you as quickly as possible, and I’m sure you can understand that I won’t have the time for any follow-up exchanges, though of course I look forward to any comments you may have. This offer is valid only for purchasers of the magazine, and cannot be reassigned to anyone else, and the email used must be the email from which you purchased the magazine–no exceptions. No questions will be answered before magazine purchase. And, in case you’re wondering, it’s not too late–purchase your own copy of ECLIPSE–only $2.95!–and get in on the deal! http://dogandsunflower.wordpress.com/eclipse-in-depth-astrology-for-the-21st-century/

Today’s Link: And a little bit of wisdom here http://ravenesque.me/?p=2002

17-18 Feb 2010: The Power of the Will

17 Wednesday Feb 2010

Posted by in astrology, current events in the sky

≈ Comments Off on 17-18 Feb 2010: The Power of the Will

Tags

, , , , ,

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.

Aries courtesy of http://karenswhimsy.com {{PD}}

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.

Today’s Link: Community http://humandala.org/community.html

16 Feb 2010: Keeping Our Footing on Unsteady Ground

16 Tuesday Feb 2010

Posted by in astrology, current events in the sky

≈ 1 Comment

Tags

, , ,

The day starts PST with that Moon/ Uranus conjunction in Pisces (6:31 AM the contact becomes exact), and as I said previously, look “for a surprise, a spark of Higher Mind awareness, or a moment of emotional anarchy–we may be tempted to project this feeling onto the Collective (via Pisces), or we may have the emotional reaction through a Collective experience–in any case, stay alert, and don’t take any shock too personally, even if it presents itself so.” This can get the day off on the wrong foot for West Coasters, if we prefer steady balance to spontaneity, and for those who are in any way tired or tense, this can be a very trying influence–and one that may cause upset that plagues the mental processes for the remainder of the day (or at least until the Void). For others it can sweep in like an ill wind mid-day, knocking us over with the unexpected, and throwing us out of sorts for what feels like no real reason. For some, it will bring the uniting of the emotional perceptions and what we may see as a spark of genius–nurture this with care, as time will tell whether this is of real worth, and it’s up to us to foster the idea long enough to give it a chance to (possibly) bloom.

9 AM PST the Moon quincunxes the Earth and reality and material circumstances make themselves felt, and we should pay attention to what our emotional reactions to the physical reality reveals; just after noon PST the Moon moves on to quincunx Vesta at 29 degrees, bringing an emotional situation that asks us to measure how effectively we are living our deepest values, honoring what’s sacred to us, supporting the home situation, and perhaps asking how and whether the sex life is serving the emotional needs–a big task if we have strayed of late from what really matters, but one that must be sorted out, with both bodies at 29 degrees.

An 18th century depiction of the Icelandic god Tyr, here associated with Aries' ruler Mars

And now we face the question of just when the Void begins on the 16th. Some will see the Void beginning as the Moon moves away from conjunction to Uranus, while those who accept quincunxes as a major aspect and who use the Earth will look for the end of that aspect, while those who include the asteroids in all chart functions may see the end of the aspect to Vesta as the start of what amounts to a brief Void. In any case, the Moon enters Aries at 4:30 PM PST, and by 10:30 PM we see the Moon trine Mars and opposed Saturn, and soon after squaring Pluto. This takes the energy of the early Aries Moon, that brings a healthy (in most people) Self interest to the fore, and presents us with the problems that ‘me first’ energy has created. It seems we will be confident in our actions, and this will carry resistance from authority or a headlong run-in with the rules, with problems of the destructive, secret, or change kind arriving hot on the heels of our assertive decisions. It’s an energy influence that we’d best handle consciously and carefully, putting the concerns of others on equal footing with our own, if only to avoid our own overreaching, that could bring a bit of an ‘ager backlash’ as a result.

A semi-sextile of the Aries Moon to the exact Venus/ Jupiter conjunction in Pisces in the 6 AM hour PST of the 17th brings forward the ways in which we actively love–a lovely way to start the new day for West Coasters, and a pleasant injection to the day for everyone else, bringing love to consciousness that throws us back on ourselves and reminding what’s most important to us in an effective, moving, and enlightening way.

See and purchase my books Chiron in the Natal Chart and The Astrology of Intimate Relationship here http://dogandsunflower.wordpress.com 

And this offer is still in effect: 

In gratitude to all who’ve been so supportive in purchasing the inaugural issue of ECLIPSE, I’d like to offer the opportunity to ask a single, brief question. Email me at juliedemboski@hotmail.com with your query; include your birth info (write out the month, place name not co-ordinates) and I will determine if your question requires a look at the natal chart, at transits, or a horary chart. Vague, open-ended questions bring vague answers; specifics bring focused info. All answers will, of necessity, be very brief; be patient, I’ll get back to you as quickly as possible, and I’m sure you can understand that I won’t have the time for any follow-up exchanges, though of course I look forward to any comments you may have. This offer is valid only for purchasers of the magazine, and cannot be reassigned to anyone else, and the email used must be the email from which you purchased the magazine–no exceptions. No questions will be answered before magazine purchase. And, in case you’re wondering, it’s not too late–purchase your own copy of ECLIPSE–only $2.95!–and get in on the deal! http://dogandsunflower.wordpress.com/eclipse-in-depth-astrology-for-the-21st-century/