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18 March 2010: Climb Down Off That Cross!

18 Thursday Mar 2010

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Somewhere in here is the martyrdom of St. Ursula of Cologne 1411, by Master of the Small Passion

While my colleagues are all over what’s going on right now (UPDATE 19 March–the Blog-a-thon is NOW! http://skywriter.wordpress.com/2010/02/09/pluto-problems-got-you-perplexed-heres-what-helps/), and I encourage you to seek out the 50 + highly talented astrologers who’ll address the Cardinal event, I’d like to talk a little about the other T-squares going on right now (and even the flash-in-the-pan Grand Cross that the Moon’s transit supplies on the 23rd). We’ve got all these components: Sun/ Uranus/ Mercury on one side, Saturn/ Earth on the other, T-d by Ceres and Pluto; then separately, we see Venus opposed Zeus and involved in a Cardinal Grand Cross with the Nodes.

If we read the T energy of all the parts as one big lump (possible right now) we see uniqueness, individuality, and rebellion from the status quo melded with communication (and possibly even quick-change, and deception–more and more I’m noticing the Trickster at work during Direct motion), and all with a big light shone on it–and this in some way ‘faces’ reality, especially material realities–and these are T-d by Power, and that’s with a BIG ‘P.’  The suggestion is that in some form we’ll all deal with a challenging power situation that affects our reality–but I’ll leave that to my able cohorts–while I look at the Grand Cross of Venus/ Zeus/ Nodes.

In this GC we see life direction tested by opposing forces; on one side we see love, values, money, assets, jealousy, or talents, while on the other we see Will, ambition, desire, lust, and the idea of no constraints, doing and having what we want with no cost and no consequences, some of this driven by Daddy issues. The trick is not to become caught on the cross, a martyr to the Venus/ Zeus cross-fire. Will we be Venus, Zeus, or a bystander whose Path is changed in some way by the clash? Or will the whole thing be internal, signalled through the matters of the Houses occupied by transiting Venus and Zeus in the natal chart? Contact of the Cross components to natal factors will be key to knowing how this will play out for you. For me, it seems to be internal, with the Venus/ Zeus opposition across my 2nd/8th and Zeus conjunct my Sun and Jupiter (and with a wee orb, my Mars); lately life direction has definitely been affected by my own assessment of talents and affections, especially as they impact my ego, identity, ambitions and desire to ‘shine.’ Of late it’s been a balancing act that’s challenged me to stay aware of my intentions and conscious of desires–and to avoid any sense of being a victim, a tempting trap with Neptune transiting my 1st. If you’d like, share how the GC is affecting you in ‘Comments’; tell us how you’re playing the Cross, so it doesn’t play you!

Today’s Link: Here’s a little something from one of my faves, to lighten the day http://ravenesque.me/?p=2568

And have a great one!

17 March 2010: Sorting Will from Want

17 Wednesday Mar 2010

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North American West Coasters start the day with a pounding (everybody else takes it on the chin, too, it’s just not their morning eye-opener): a Fist of God with Ceres at 29 degrees square the Earth in Virgo and both sesquiquadrate Juno. The exact Venus/ Zeus opposition doesn’t help, and the Aries Moon makes us a wee bit pugnacious. What to do?

This will at least feed stressful feelings, especially unconscious ones (that 29 degree Ceres will chip away at our sense of authority over our own lives, and for those susceptible may make them feel that others are outright taking that Self-authority away); at worst it could suggest real-world confrontations over who’s in charge of what, the kind of fight that pulls out accounting and details (Virgo) in the quest to win the upper hand. If we keep in mind that empowerment (and by that I mean a personal sense that we are effective and have a say) is the need for everyone, then we may deal with flare-ups that much more effectively, as with some effort we’ll find ways for each party to feel they’re of some significance.

Earth and her Moon; thanks, NASA

The Venus/ Zeus clash will for some be the focus energy, and it could come in one of a number of forms: female v. male; the worth of things v. the want for things; assets v. Will (for instance, with gambling or shopping); beauty v. muscle; love v. lust; genuine love v. unmet Daddy needs; and so on (see more on Zeus in action in the mag here http://dogandsunflower.wordpress.com/eclipse-in-depth-astrology-for-the-21st-century/) Everyone will feel some disparity between what’s of value and what we want, and serving both becomes an impossible balancing act (and one the Zeus/ Will side likely wins, with the Moon in Aries) unless we remember two things: the Chiron/ Neptune quincunx to Earth, and the fact that Mars is at 00 Leo. If we can avoid making decisions out of hurt or delusion, and if we can know that our urge to action may be premature or not totally formed or informed (the 00 placement), then we may be willing to take our time–and that alone can bring things into clearer perspective, if we allow Venus the chance to move forward and reveal our desires and illuminate our assets without the pressure of Willfulness and want (Zeus). And the Merc/ Mars trine, with the Trickster at 29 degrees, makes us prone to shoot our mouths off, especially in anger; hold off the cuff assertions until the push to speak passes–even though you may see your thoughts as reflecting an ideal or the common good (Pisces) they won’t come off that way.

So what is it a good day for? Taking Self-responsibility. The Aries Moon squares the Nodal axis (10 AM PDT) and we should be extra-aware that what we do will affect our Path. By 10 PM PDT the Moon has moved into trine with Vesta, and a review of how well our choices have served our core values will be in order, with a quincunx to Pallas giving us the wisdom and guidance to course-correct. By 3:30 AM PDT on the 18th the Moon quincunxes Earth, asking for emotions to accomodate realities, and vice versa, and by 7 AM PDT we see the Moon trine Ceres (matters of authority are clear, a relief after yesterday! though intrusiveness could be a problem) with the Void beginning at 9:08 AM PDT. The Moon enters Taurus at 9:29 AM PDT.

16 March 2010: Gliding Through the New

16 Tuesday Mar 2010

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Here we are, gliding along on New Moon energies, which feel a bit like drifting down a soft, padded tunnel; with the sharp Aries Moon in play, we may feel focused, but it’s more a matter of wearing blinders (or is it blinkers?)–we can’t help but be focused if our field of vision is limited. Maybe it’s the way Mercury and Neptune are semi-sextile today, gently blanketing our mental processes with that famous Neptunian fog (and it does come on little cat feet, Mr. Sandburg), so feline and stealthy we hardly notice (or care) that our world is, well, limited, no matter the subjects or scope of our attention.

'The White Sail' Alvin Langdon Coburn photo 1908 {{PD-Art}}

That’s not bad, though–we shouldn’t be in a hurry to re-connect too directly with things–instead it’s a time to take advantage of the lulls, allowing this rare New Moon time in which our minds, and especially our creative Selves, can meander and dream in a way that can have dynamic results. The Mars/ Saturn sextile awaits our use to manifest things in physical form, and with Ceres at 29 degrees, those of us planting with this NM will feel the need to get it done–she’ll enter Capricorn and we’ll see results that quickly, in the Northern hemisphere, so don’t delay.

But within just a couple of hours Merc moves on to a semi-sextile with Chiron, and our response is likely one of two possibilities: we’ll either answer the call with mobilized skills, or we’ll be inundated with fear based in memories of hurt. If you find yourself responding with the latter, do your best to remind yourself that you don’t have to repeat the past, you only have to learn from it–and move on. 9 AM PDT sees the Aries Moon square Pluto, making things feel dire, profound, or threatening–but again, don’t plunge into this, it’s just a passing feeling–let it wash through you and take a step back in order to observe your own reaction; you’ll be surprised what you’ll learn.

8 PM PDT through 1 AM of the 17th we see the Moon and Venus united in Aries; this happens in opposition to Zeus and semi-sextile to Juno, and simultaneous to (at the end of the period) Mercury’s square to Ceres, with both at 29 degrees. This suggests that, despite a strongly anima oriented peak, a kind of ‘I am woman, hear me roar,’ interlude, external energies just won’t let us celebrate our strength and emotional well-being; others seeking power over us (likely in the form of imposing the Will) will come forward, and their insistence can throw us off our game. Try to center yourself in matters of the House where the Moon and Venus will conjunct (at 12 degrees) and put your joy in living there, where it can really be felt, and even do some good.

Today’s Link: Art for your Secret Moon http://secretmoonart.blogspot.com/2010/03/astrology-day-blogathon-2010-cosmic-art.html

11 March 2010: Mini-Evolution

10 Wednesday Mar 2010

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2 AM PST on the 11th that tart of an Aquarian Moon (no disrespect meant, native Lunar Aquarians, it’s just that the Aquarius Moon favors the smart, the fashionable, the forward thinking, and that’s a recipe for cheeky!) trines Saturn in Libra, which gently but firmly puts the brakes on Aquarius’ party; it’s a great time, actually, to re-consider the emotional landscape, as it slows things (especially the mind) down just enough to allow pondering, without robbing us of any clarity of sight or acuity of thought.

The Moon moves on to sextile Arian Venus, exact just after 8 AM PST, and for West Coasters starts the day off swimmingly, at least if we are able to make a little effort to get the love out (or to let it in). For everyone else, it marks a pleasant point; time something meaningful for this aspect’s duration to get the most from its ability to deliver what we value.

By 4 PM PST the sassy Moon squares Juno in Taurus, and may run into trouble; emotions conflict with those interested in exerting power over us. We resist, and tantrums or intellectually-rooted arguments are possible, and this may be over possessions or assets (Taurus). At this point there’s a Grand Trine involving Pallas, the Sun/ Uranus, and the South Node, and this suggests wisdom gleaned from the past may serve us well in choosing which parts of the individuality to assert at this time.

We get a long spell to sort out our feelings, and by noon of the 12th the Moon forms a quincunx to the South Node; this indicates that, between the 4 PM aspect to Juno the previous day and noon of the next we are still dealing with personal power and empowerment issues, and the noon quincunx calls us to a final adjustment of attitudes driven by feeling. We may not deal with this actively, but we’ll notice the difference in our perceptions once the quincunx is over, the end result a mini-evolution in both mental and emotional viewpoint.

Today’s Link: Perceptive Self-analysis on Chiron shared http://astrofix.net/post/439606108/chiron-sensitivity-and-timing

Next: New Moon pile-up in Pisces!

9 March 2010: They Come Out of the Woodwork

09 Tuesday Mar 2010

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So is it just me, or has the past week been populated with a wide variety of, we’ll politely say, ‘characters,’ aggressively putting forward their own agendas and living in their own bubbles? The sane have gone quiet; though still communicating they’re just not out there, pounding the pavement, the way our more lively friends are. It seems to be a matter of attention seeking crossed with a desire to persuade others to do what they want. Maybe the hallmark is their sureness: they are sure you want what they’re selling, sure you’ll want to drop everything to do their bidding, sure that what they’re calling for, believing, or spreading around is ‘the Truth’–and yet another hallmark of this breed is that, though they’re asking for something, they aren’t waiting to find out if they’ll get it–instead they draw their own conclusions, and begin to spread those suppositions. And this group seems to have self-explanatory subsets elaborating on their incentive to contact: the provocateurs and the ‘poor lil’ ol’ mes.’

So am I the only one faced with this variety of encounters, or are you experiencing it, too? And, since I believe nothing is random (or truly without meaning) I must ask why this is part of my experience at this time. When we have experiences like this, it’s typically one of two things: either we’re acting out, expressing our single-minded, Self-absorbed crazy somewhere,and we need to recognize it, or we’re to learn how to handle this energy in others. This time, I think I’m safe in saying that for me, it’s about handling the energy in others–and what a ride it’s been.

It's seems there're angels coming out of the woodwork here

Where do we spot this trend astrologically? Maybe in the past week’s opposition of Vesta to Neptune, challenging us to choose: are we rooted in our most sacred values, or in our more transitory ideals, fantasies, or delusions? For part of the time, Neptune was planet of latest degree, suggesting it had a strong influence on the general atmosphere. Supplanted by Venus for a few days, we may have seen a surge of Venusian influences, expressions of real love, generosity, jealousy, covetousness, envy, and beauty–and now Chiron has passed Neptune and is the energy of the endgame, calling on all our skills, if we’re the responder, and stimulating all our wounds, if we’re the one acting out.

I think the Moon in Capricorn is the prevailing influence today, aspects it makes not being anything that feels (to me) terribly important, one way or the other. This suggests, especially when applied to the above described dilemmas, that maintaining firm boundaries, obeying established ‘rules,’ and being respectful are the best coping mechanisms and should be priorities.

Remember when I told about walking along the street and the pay phone rang, my own personal Matrix moment? Well it happened again yesterday, and I only have one question: who’s calling? (See the original here https://juliedemboski.wordpress.com/2009/09/03/alices-matrix-logos-the-upcoming-merc-retro-and-in-consultation/)

And have a great one! Need more on March influences? Curious about the (I think) wowza traits indicated by Zeus (it’s what I believe may be the male version of ‘The Devouring Parent’ a Father to Pluto’s Mother)? Love the questions of history? Wondering about the influence of intercepted Houses? Explore it all here http://dogandsunflower.wordpress.com/eclipse-in-depth-astrology-for-the-21st-century/

Today’s Link: a little more on the Mars retro meaning http://www.pandoraastrology.com/blog/odysseus-resourceful-mars

8 March 2010: The Chance for Change

08 Monday Mar 2010

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10 AM and the Moon freshly minted in Capricorn quincunxes Mars retro at 00; we find ourselves assessing the material realities and looking for the best move to improve them, but with the action principle still reluctant to express we may do more mulling and planning than anything else–and that’s not so bad, as Cap makes us able to focus on reality to a strong degree, useful when we hope to make situations more suitable to our needs.

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11 AM PST and any suppression of the Venus functions we’ve been experiencing (and this can be anything from love or relationship issues, to financial or asset ones, to health matters involving lack of function, calcification, or blockages of the kidneys or blood sugar difficulties) is freed up (in a sense) by the Moon’s square to the opposition of Venus to Saturn. Emotions may react to the difficulties, and the results can run the spectrum from ineffective tantrum all the way to emotional revelation that brings us the reason for the upset; there is also the possibility of intuitive response without emotional trauma that offers either a material answer to what we’re experiencing or a purely intuitive understanding of the whys and wherefores of the situation. In any case, a chance for, at the least, release, and at the most, significant enlightenment.

6:30 PM PST brings the Moon into contact with Pluto, and plummets the emotions to the depths; this can be a massive downer, where suddenly our life circumstances seem heavy, as if they’re disintegrating, or oppressive to the point of death–but let’s not be dramatic (though certainly the Moon/ Pluto combo inclines us to be). This can also be the spur to real change to the life, and a real overhaul of the emotions, paving the way to clearing out emotional dross. This conjunction could also bring emotional light, reflecting and illuminating our darker side, or the secrets or machinations of others–and this is good, allowing us to contact reality and informing us in a way that is similar to arming us–once we know what we face, we can handle it.

There’s another Plutonian possibility here, one where this contact may allow us to change or reform the emotional outlook to our benefit, and empowerment can be ours if we’re willing to deal with Pluto first (Moon trine Juno in Taurus, 11 PM PST). By 7 AM PST on the 9th, the Moon sextiles Jupiter, and all that we learned and experienced on the 8th can be used/ presented, either to the social sphere or broadcast or taught in our particular arena.

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Today’s Link: Another view of weekly hi-jinks http://distractedastrologer.wordpress.com/

5-6 March 2010: Rebelations

05 Friday Mar 2010

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We kick off my ‘jump in at the middle’ forecast with a present moment picture of the Moon opposed Sedna and conjunct Pallas, suggesting ultimate wisdom lies, at least for now, in honoring the emotions and following the impulses they suggest–just be sure that you aren’t confusing others things (thoughts of vengeance or wish-fulfillment scenarios) with the pure intention of clear emotion.

By 2 PM PST the Moon makes a T-square with the Vesta/ Neptune opposition, and trines Uranus, bringing an occassion where we must face and reconcile the opposing energies, which have been in place for a while but which we may have successfully ignored up ’til now. It’s a showdown between those things we honor and find sacred v. ideals as we live them, fantasies, dreams (as in hopes and what we wish to achieve), and delusions; the Moon comes along and via the emotions and intuitions forces a reconciliation of any discrepancies between the sacred and our Neptunian impulses. What comes forward can vary from emotionally tragic (as we realize nothing is as we thought it was) to finding that we are essentially manifesting our dreams and intentions, and honoring our most vital energies, to a startling degree. The trine to Uranus makes any revelations (my finger slipped as I typed, and at first the word was ‘rebelations’! which is precisely how for some this will manifest, as rebellion sweeps the scene and bestows a new level of knowledge and way of looking at things) sudden, immediate, and perhaps disorienting, and be prepared–this may all happen in front of the group.

At 4-6 PM PST the Moon squares Neptune more closely, and we may follow our revelations/ rebelations with the dawning of a new ideal (which for some will actually be a new delusion), and possibly with a new goal to aspire to. 6:30 PM the Scorpio Moon goes on to square Chiron, and draws our attention to the way those ‘old’ ideas or ideals may have hurt us, and could spur healing, or a re-assessment of our emotional state. By 7:30 the Moon is trining Venus–thank goodness, we’ll all need to be in soothing emotional waters after the day we’ve had–and we may find safe harbor in loving relationships, or may realize the profit we’ll enjoy from today’s Neptune-themed re-visioning. For a scant few, this Venus aspect will combine with the energies preceding it to bring a major financial ‘reveal’ that will bring us back to the reality of things, whether these are better or worse than we’ve been thinking.

Void begins at 8:32 PM PST, and Scorpio Moon in Void mode can bring a little transitory excitement through experimentation, secrets uncovered or shared (perhaps indiscriminately) and by adding a generally mysterious air to everything we do–just keep in mind that the Void carries an energy that can be either protective or disappointing (in that sense that ‘nothing will come’ of the act perpetrated) or that promises an ‘out-of’control’ feeling (in the sense that things born at this time won’t proceed as expected), so act with care (Mars at 00 and retro says action is dicey and maybe not as informed or conscious as we’d like, anyway, intimating that extra careful choices will make for the best time).

Moon enters Sagittarius at 11:36 PM PST, trining Mars and making us giddy with the urge to ‘reach out’ (West Coasters, no drunk dialing!) We sober up pretty quickly as the other party reaches back (Ceres sextile Neptune) and we are suddenly responsible for our fantasies. Being held accountable is a good thing, in the end, and one to keep in mind in making our choices in the first place–if we do we won’t go wrong.

By 10 AM PST on the 6th we’ve got an excellent sense of empowerment (Moon quincunx Juno, semi-square Pluto), though some will see this as a challenge or even a burden; for those few who’ve been waiting (and whining!) to have more say, embrace it! and don’t discount the possibilities and potentials just because some effort is called for on your part.

4 PM PST on the 6th the Sag Moon squares Mercury–another ‘best keep our mouths shut’ period–it only lasts a couple of hours, and a little vow of silence may allow us to sit back and observe interactions and energies that, if we jumped in and spouted off, we would definitely miss. By 8 PM the Moon squares Jupiter, and our attempts at expansion or interaction on the social scene just rub us the wrong way emotionally; as well we may be presented with intuited information that reveals the reasons behind our emotional perceptions. This is an excellent opportunity to trim the emotions to fit our own needs or the social milieu’s more appropriately.

11:30 PM on the 6th sees the Moon sextile Zeus–some will explore their own ambitions with this energy, while others will find it easy to impose their Will on others–try to ride it out by using the energy to examine goals and your effectiveness in working toward them. By 6:36 AM PDT (don’t forget the time change, for those affected!)–scratch that–it’s 5:36 AM PST, with time change next week– the Moon Ts with the Sun/ Earth axis, bringing emotional considerations of where we’re headed materially and spiritually–something of a natural worship and reflection time for those so inclined to accepting a Higher Power.

Today’s Link: Check out the variety of resources offered by Kelly here http://karmictools.com/EnergyoftheMonth.html

And see my work here http://dogandsunflower.wordpress.com and at the same place see the current issue of ECLIPSE, a new astrology emag for new times.

3 March 2010: Feeling Fiasco

03 Wednesday Mar 2010

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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

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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

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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.

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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/