New Year, New Newsletter, New Post

20 Thursday Jan 2011

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from Synagogue Beit Alpha, Northern Israel, 6th century, courtesy NASA

As ECLIPSE Readers know, I’ve been looking to fine-tune what I’m delivering in the publication to better suit both my readers and myself; to that end I’ve decided to make the quarterly journal into a newsletter, delivered directly to email, between one and three times per month (with possible updates in between). This allows me to deliver much more material in a shorter format–you get more material, I get to experiment with more variety, and worry less about time-consuming formatting and the chance that larger files could be rejected by some recipient’s email servers. Material will still be in-depth, but in shorter pieces, and more of them than were fitting into the magazine, so that over the three month time period that an issue used to cover, you’ll receive a lot more.

Will it cost more? Yes–you’ll be getting more for your money. I know I may lose some readers because of this (I may lose a lot of readers because of this!) I once heard someone say, in relation to the cost of their own services, “Not everyone is supposed to be able to afford everything,” and something like that may apply here; it’s a matter of priorities, of what something is worth to you, and I won’t be one bit offended if readers decide this method isn’t for them. We all have to make decisions that serve our best interests, myself included, and, particularly when I consider the time I invest (after all, you come here because of my years of study, because of what I can offer you), and review the cost of other amenities in Western society (roughly the equivalent of a first-run movie ticket, popcorn, and a drink for a 3 month subscription=$15) I feel the price is reasonable. For those who don’t want to subscribe, there will still be abbreviated daily (or covering several days) posts here, where I’ll try to convey the essential, need-to-know data, and short articles and commentary at ‘Been There, Done That.’

The Newsletter (still called ECLIPSE) will be illustrated just as the magazine was, and deliver a letter from me (let’s call it a communique, that’s so ’70s radical!) articles, shorts, and by-the-week forecasts, as well as New and Full Moon reports; there will still be a Protected Page here at the blog for the detailed Daily Moon picture. Your subscription will start from the day you enroll, and last three months out (for instance, 3 Feb as the sign up date takes your subscription through 3 May). The first issue features articles on Amor and Sappho, Solar Arc for beginners, a three-week ‘look ahead,’and a review of the amazing astrological imagery of Darren Aronofsky’s film ‘Black Swan’ I hope you’ll join me for the journey!

PS There’s no link up yet to order; I’ll let you know right here as soon as there is! Thanks!

And there’s a new post at ‘Been There, Done That’ on the entry of the Sun, Mars, and Ceres into Aquarius.

Thank you!

20 January 2011: Feelin’ Pretty! *wink*

20 Thursday Jan 2011

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Do you think they're feelin' pretty? 'Cause I think they dare you to say they aren't! Artist unknown 19th century {{PD}}

Sun entered Aquarius 2:18 AM PST today, the 20th–the relief may be palpable for those who feel they’ve been under the gun, made to work entirely too much–but for those who are sensitive to mental burdens, this may just add a dimension to the feeling of being overburdened! Smart money is put on letting up on rules and regulations, and easing up on expectations; Aquarius has some energetic emphasis in store (when the Sun catches up with Mars, 3 Feb, it peaks, but will be felt as soon as the 28th of January, as Mars catches up to Ceres and the Sun hovers near–this period should bring strong isuues with authorities, Self-motivation, ego, initiative, and natural talents and tendencies–it will all be lit up) but for now, just enjoy the change in vibe!

Now we enter a flurry of quick aspects: 10 AM Pacific the Moon is quincunx Pallas, challenging us to adjust our emotional response to what we know to be wise; by noon PST the Moon is trine Venus in Fire–oh, it’s a splendid moment! if we’re prepared to shine, to show our best–those for whom this aspects the natal picture positively will feel pretty (just like the song!) There’s a chance to win friends, find mates, make money–go for it :) This is followed at 1 PM by the Moon’s sextile to h. Zeus, giving the ambitions a boost, and by 6 PM we get the payoff to the charm assault we launched earlier (or just to the way we moved through the world!) Just remember that ‘payoff’ means results, not necessarily positive.

Cancer Full Moon January 2011: Power Lineage, Power Elite

18 Tuesday Jan 2011

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A card deck from the French Revolution, with Kings replaced with thinkers from the past, Queens replaced with ideals

The Full Moon for January occurs at 1:21 PM PST on the 19th at 29 Cancer 27. My sense of this is that it’s almost more important than the New Moon eclipse was, as it promises, simply by its degree and aspect type, a culmination that is at a crisis stage. We have the tension of both the Sun/ Earth axis and the Moon–these are vital energies that are all in crisis at once–identity, Soul, and life-blood, material/ physical as well as our connection to the body, to sustenance and the shaping of our surroundings, and the emotional/ intuitive, with its facility for sensing, feeling, knowing, without words, images, or other cues. It says, in short, that the senses of the world will be one big open, well not wound, perhaps sense organ, would be a better designator, though exaggerated nerve would also do, considering that the Full Moon’s trine to Jupiter is within two minutes, and the trine to Jupiter’s long-time companion, Uranus, is within the two degree orb. This happens in the element of Water, making it even more feeling and sense-oriented than we might be able to imagine–it’s more like a dream, reflected by the quincunx the Full Moon makes to Neptune and his long-time companion, Chiron–and that takes the dream not just to an emotional level, but to a primitive one, where the primal Chirotic urge is stirred and the imagination, and the connection to the Cosmic and to the Collective, take it from there.

Juno is also involved, in sextile to the Moon, making it all hooked to empowerment, and giving that empowerment need a life-or-death feel, making it a demand. So what we have is likely an overwhelming emotional atmosphere that may make us feel frightened, wounded, lost, isolated (or conversely, lost in the vastness of the Cosmos or the Collective identity), fed to us through the mucous membranes, the nerves, though hallucinogens, alcohol, drugs, through dream or dream-like states, through illusion or fantasy, through the group experience, and all overlaid with the sense that this is an emergency, that we must feel effective.

The Sabian for the Earth/ Moon conjunction is ‘A Daughter of the American Revolution’  and the symbol for the Sun ‘A Secret Meeting of Men Responsible for Executive Decisions in World Affairs’ How does this translate for the individual?

Since we are all at the mercy of decisions made by those who hold the power, and anytime we don’t agree we are cast (besmirched) as some form of revolutionary (read: threat to the existing power structure, if only through our disapproval) then we may experience our own version of feeling (remember, this is a Full Moon at 29 degrees) brace yourself, inside the power structure. Even though we might logically think this would bring an experience of alienation and isolation (and undoubtedly for some, this will be the experience as they project a sense of elitism onto the world that surrounds them) it in fact will pinpoint our own revolutionary lineage–we find our place in the power elite, as the descendant of privilege–we find where we are in charge of the world, from whence we gain our power, we find our global power ‘clan’–and unexpected, emotion-charged, and sensation-filled will be our Full Moon experience.

ECLIPSE Readers, see the complete forecast explanation under ‘Pages’ at right–Water water everywhere (and some places, ice!) stay safe, and have a wonderful Full Moon!

Align yourself with the music of Tibetan Singing Bowls Hear samples here

18 January 2011: Bad Judgment on One End, Loneliness on the Other

17 Monday Jan 2011

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Maybe a little time in a psychedelic garden with a couple of chickens is just the thing Klimt 1917 {{PD}}

By 6:30 AM of the 18th the Moon opposes Pallas and quincunxes Venus, setting us up to try to fulfill desires while avoiding taking the wise course! Sounds Self-defeating, doesn’t it? And it is–try to avoid this trap of indulging an adolescent world-view.

The Moon’s sextile to Sedna around midnight PST ushers in a lonely feeling–we may get inexplicably melancholy at this time. Insomniacs may have it particularly hard, as no novel, snack, late-night talk show, favorite movie, or midnight walk will take our minds off a strange emptiness. Just know it will pass shortly; the one positive this may bring out is that it moves a lot of detritus aside and lets us see exactly what issues and fears may underlie our everyday thinking. These are things normally disguised, repressed, or gussied up as something else, so appreciate the opportunity to see below the surface.

For more detail on the day, you might want to become an ECLIPSE reader, with access to the Password Protected Pages at right–but you should probably wait, the new issue (with password privileges) comes out 1 February (or sooner, if I get my act together!) I’m switching to a newsletter subscription format, sent to email 1-3 (or possibly more, depending on what’s going on) times a month, featuring current astro influences, articles, commentary on news and current events, with daily Moon forecasts still here at the blog, with abbreviated forecasts here on the home page. Next up, January Full Moon forecast!

17 January 2011: Wrestling with Feeling, Listening with Care

17 Monday Jan 2011

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I guess Venus drove Cupid over to get his arrows touched up 'Venus Visiting Vulcan's Forge' Teniers the Elder 1638 {{PD}}

Mercury and Pluto are conjunct; words have power, they carry the strength to transform, to change, and, naturally, to destroy. Speak with extreme care, and listen with the same–people may reveal far more than they mean to, particularly along the lines of what they deeply need and want–and you might, too.

Moon opposes Merc/ Pluto 8:30 PM Pacific. We may have an instance of emotional revelation related to the transforming words given and received–and this means we might be deeply touched, changed, transformed, by the feelings that come forward–and these can fuel some of those life direction changes of Merc/ Pluto. It’s a chance at the very least to explore how we feel about what’s been communicated to us–and knowledge is always a good thing :) This is also when the Moon quincunxes Mars; undoubtedly we will want to act on what we find out, what we feel. Think carefully before you commit to action–it’s the revelation that’s important, now. There’s also a simultaneous quincunx to Ceres that means authority and/ or nature figures in to the message we’re receiving and the thoughts we’re having–we could get totally sidetracked with an ego struggle against those we feel are in charge. This is really unnecessary; meaningful response rests with our feelings, and what we can conclude from these.

Venus is sesquiquadrate Earth, making relationships and finances tie too closely to the material for comfort. We may become much too aware of what part money plays in relationships, how values are limiting or expanding our personal reach, and how love could alter our physical situation. Try to retain a sense of balance, rather than letting these facets loom too large.

16 January 2011: Mystic Rectangle, Finger of God

15 Saturday Jan 2011

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Let's hope where the Finger points will be this obvious-a beautiful work by Mola Ram c.1800 {{PD}}

Remember that both the Mystic Rectangle (mentioned in a previous post) and the Finger of God with Chiron/ Neptune apex and arms of Juno and Earth, are in force. This is a lot of power and energy that we should try to utilize consciously (yes, call me Capt. Obvious!) The Rectangle is described in a previous post; the Finger asks us to empower ourselves materially and then use that to express unique skills and ideals. You can make dreams happen right now, if they’re Soul deep, a part of your destiny–if not, they just won’t spark.

15 January 2011: Easy, Flirty Air

15 Saturday Jan 2011

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Remember, too much talk can wear out your beau, while too much flirting can alienate your mate G.Donck c.1620 {{PD}}

Around 12:30 PM PST the Moon trines Ceres. Let’s call this ‘easy Air,’ as the natural thought processes will mesh smoothly with the emotions and with the intuition–each supports the other, and any authority we hold inherent to our beingness will shine through loud and clear. A great point for ‘showing’ the Self–just be aware that what’s natural to you might not necessarily be either flattering or productive, and modify interaction accordingly. Remember that Merc in Capricorn supports the practical, productive, and contained most effectively.

8 PM the transiting Moon opposes Venus. Here we go! The Venus nature wants to reach out, to head for the horizon, to expand territory–and on a Saturday night that can mean flirting, even hunting, for a mate! The Moon, however, wants to talk about emotions (Gemini), wants to express feeling–and fiery Venus wants to act. It can make for some conflict as we will be prone to choose one vibe or the other as our banner. If you vibe to Venus, remember that a too-free attitude can hurt those to whom you’re committed, while if yours is a Lunar thing keep in mind that talk talk talk, and ‘lighter’ socializing, can wear thin–everyone wants a little substance or excitement once the feelings are aired.

14 January 2011: The Mystic Rectangle, A Battle Plan

14 Friday Jan 2011

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If you have a plan things go a lot better G.Cruikshank 'Vinegar Hill' c.1830 {{PD-Art}}

Today there’s a Mystic Rectangle, with the Sun/ Earth axis, Mars (c.Sun) and the Juno opposition to Jupiter/ Uranus (lasts through the 22nd, though without Mars in latter days). This is highly energizing, electrical, lighting up empowerment options, the social sphere, the material situation, and what you have to do to get what you want. Period. This info is enlightening concerning the physical, and is non-negotiable–it is what it is. It will serve to test the suitability of your goals and wishes, will show just how much personal power you possess in relation to the social entities you care about, and will, if you’re honest with yourself, rid you of any shameless power or material or relationship fantasies you’ve continued to carry around despite evidence to the contrary. Use what you’re shown wisely, and accept with humility and courage what you’ve deemed important–it is a true point where we can align what we want with our own willingness to act to get it–and come out the other side more mature, enlightened, and with a successful battle plan–thanks, Mars!

The fuss about Ophiuchus is handled brilliantly here and both Eris Francis of  Planet Waves and Matthew Currie had intelligent thoughts about this eloquently expressed–check them out if you’re curious.

13 January 2011: Smooth Expression

13 Thursday Jan 2011

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Castle Rock, Marblehead AT Bricher 1878 {{PD-Art}}

By 5:30 AM PST the Moon will be trine Pluto in Earth, grounding us firmly, even a little TOO firmly. It may lead to smooth expression of emotions, excellent intuition, or a ‘muddy’ feeling, as if you’re emotionally ‘bogged down.’ There’s no way to tell ahead of time, unless you have a very clear-cut relationship with the Earth element–then you can anticipate the result!

Juno is square Mercury, both at 29 degrees, suggesting tension in communications that are intended to convey our own power position. We speak, but our statement about where we stand is, inevitably, misunderstood. Early AM of the 13th Mercury moves into Cap, and despite its 00 position, it asserts itself as it blends with all those other Cap energies (NN, Pluto, Pallas, Sun, Mars)–speaking out is easy, and may communicate large amounts of subtext related to the other energies sharing Capricorn (and lingering echoes of the Juno empowerment identity).

12 January 2011: Emotional Action and Reaction

12 Wednesday Jan 2011

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Chaos in the heart of Orion, courtesy NASA

1:30 AM PST sees Venus semi-sextile Pluto, with the Moon sesquiquadrate. What exactly are we experiencing here? There is a subterranean urge toward upheaval and change in relationship, finances, or values, and the emotions chime in with a great deal of discomfort. Are we uncomfortable because we want to make changes, because change is occurring with or without our participation, or because we know it needs to happen, but are resisting? Pluto in the mix can give us a ‘head in the sand’ attitude out of sheer fear or fatigue–it’s exhausting to transform, transform, transform! And yet, that’s the essence of life, and change we must.

The Moon squares the Sun/ Earth axis (also 1:30 AM-ish), giving us one of those stress moments that also offers insight–this reinforces the starkness of all that we may be dealing with. The effect can be harsh, exaggerating the importance or ‘down’ feeling of events and revelations, but don’t take the negative pitch of things too seriously–as we know, this too shall pass.

Both the above conditions last through early afternoon PST. Void begins at 6:43 PM PST, with the Moon entering Taurus at 7:37 PM Pacific.

The Taurus Moon may urge us to relax and zone out a bit, almost like a Pisces Moon but without the possible paranoia or losing touch with reality! No, I kid–and yet, we may indulge in whatever soothes us–and I think we might deserve it :) By 11:30 PM PST the Moon will be trine the North Node in Earth–and if we’re at peace with our emotional state it will be a very smooth feeling that includes a glimpse of the direction we’re headed–and some insight into where others are headed, particularly in a material sense, too.

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