A day in an astrologer's life

A glimpse of 2012

2011-12-29T11:42:00.000-08:00

2012 for you and your friends!

ARIES‭ (‬March‭ ‬21-April‭ ‬19‭)
**** You have gained more resilience this past year‭; ‬you fear little as you ring in the New Year.‭ ‬Yet by the end of January‭ ‬2012,‭ ‬you could be second-guessing yourself.‭ ‬You wonder where you are coming from when sharing the New Year cheer.‭ ‬What you are experiencing is universally felt by all Aries,‭ ‬but it,‭ ‬too,‭ ‬will pass.‭ ‬The smart Ram will refuse to make a decision during this period.‭ ‬Even smarter is to resist undoing any resolutions.‭ ‬In a few months,‭ ‬or come summer,‭ ‬you could have very little to complain about.‭ ‬Learn to speak your mind more easily,‭ ‬and you‭’‬ll get results.‭ ‬In fact,‭ ‬as of mid-June your words carry magic‭ ‬...‭ ‬at least if you look at the reactions of‭ ‬others.‭ ‬Stay authentic,‭ ‬please.‭ ‬Your magnetic style draws in many people‭; ‬you are quite capable of manifesting your desires.‭
‬Motto of the Year:‭ ‬Go with innovative thinking.‭ ‬Give up the tried-and-true.

TAURUS‭ ‬(April‭ ‬20-May‭ ‬20‭)
*** The good-luck planet remains in your sign until the second week of June.‭ ‬Naturally,‭ ‬you would expect the next few months to be a piece of cake.‭ ‬Yet when your ruler,‭ ‬Venus,‭ ‬decides to do a delightful dance backward,‭ ‬you could be less than great.‭ ‬Venus does this every few years,‭ ‬and this time it could be a lot easier.‭ ‬Come May,‭ ‬you‭’‬ll get an opportunity to revisit a good part of last year‭’‬s decisions.‭ ‬Wise Bulls will revisit but not change anything‭ ‬— at least not until after June.‭ ‬Note that this period is not good for new beginnings‭ ‬of any kind,‭ ‬especially romantic.‭ ‬On the other hand,‭ ‬understanding why a relationship hasn‭’‬t worked could be far more important than you would believe.‭ ‬Fall‭ ‬2012‭ ‬could bring a set of challenges in a key relationship.‭ ‬Hang in there,‭ ‬as all that is happening is you are renegotiating this relationship.‭ ‬This period can be hard,‭ ‬but without these periods,‭ ‬your special bond cannot transform and stay alive.‭ ‬You do want a vital bond,‭ ‬don‭’‬t you‭?
‬Motto of the Year:‭ ‬Remember your answer to‭ “‬You do want a vital bond,‭ ‬don‭’‬t you‭?”

GEMINI‭ ‬(May‭ ‬21-June‭ ‬20‭)
**** Much is going on this year.‭ ‬All that occurs prior to June is about completing a cycle that began more than‭ ‬11‭ ‬or‭ ‬12‭ ‬years ago.‭ ‬Don‭’‬t hesitate to release what isn‭’‬t working.‭ ‬In fact,‭ ‬you are encouraged to,‭ ‬if you want the next‭ ‬12-year cycle beginning in June to be significant and dynamic.‭ ‬The world will be your oyster one more time.‭ ‬As you breeze into summer,‭ ‬know what will make your heart sing and your body dance.‭ ‬That is the only course for you.‭ ‬Head down that path‭ ‬with the knowledge that you are having a new beginning of sorts,‭ ‬even if you are not quite sure where or what.‭ ‬Fall‭ ‬2012‭ ‬will force more determination and create more than you have experienced in a long time.‭ ‬You might wonder why you are doing this.‭ ‬You will know more soon enough.‭ ‬Meanwhile,‭ ‬take good care of your health.‭ ‬Eat well and get enough sleep.‭ ‬This year could be most exciting.‭ ‬
Motto of the Year:‭ ‬There is always‭ ‬something better ahead.

CANCER‭ (‬June‭ ‬21-July‭ ‬22‭)
*** Many of you are being challenged‭ ‬here,‭ ‬there and everywhere.‭ ‬Yet through May,‭ ‬somehow the worst of situations wind up A-OK.‭ ‬Friends support you in pursuing a heartfelt goal.‭ ‬Go for it during the first five months of‭ ‬2012.‭ ‬The second half of‭ ‬2012,‭ ‬you could be challenged to accomplish a little too much,‭ ‬but don‭’‬t take on anything new,‭ ‬on any level.‭ ‬This is a period of completion.‭ ‬In fact,‭ ‬you are ending a‭ ‬12-year cycle now.‭ ‬Be honest with yourself about whatever hasn‭’‬t worked up until now.‭ ‬You might want to give it one more shot,‭ ‬but after that point,‭ ‬should this situation not conform to your liking,‭ ‬let it go.‭ ‬You are clearing the decks for the next‭ ‬12-year cycle.‭ ‬You want to dive into this phase as clear as possible.‭ ‬On some level you could feel tested and worn out.‭ ‬Just know that that means more needs to be let go of.‭ ‬Think about the future.‭
‬Motto of the Year:‭ ‬You are creating something better.

LEO‭ ‬(July‭ ‬23-Aug.‭ ‬22‭)
***** You love the limelight,‭ ‬right‭? ‬You will be on stage nearly all year.‭ ‬Others find it close to impossible to dethrone you,‭ ‬too.‭ ‬Until June,‭ ‬assume a strong role in your community and/or professional life.‭ ‬Others view you with envy,‭ ‬admiration or simple desire,‭ ‬depending on where they are coming from.‭ ‬The very nature of your work and days could be changing right in front of your eyes.‭ ‬After June,‭ ‬you simply cannot avoid having a good time.‭ ‬You are convinced you have one life to live,‭ ‬and you are determined to live it well.‭ ‬Your attitude becomes contagious.‭ ‬You might not believe what could happen.‭ ‬Toss yourself into living‭ ‬100‭ ‬percent.‭ ‬You won‭’‬t regret it.‭ ‬For single Lions,‭ ‬there‭’‬s no telling what could stroll into your life.‭ ‬Attached Lions will add more heat and passion to their bond.‭ ‬Now I ask you:‭ ‬How could you go wrong‭? ‬You really can‭’‬t,‭ ‬if you stay mellow elsewhere in your life.‭ ‬
Motto of the Year:‭ ‬Enjoy all the good moments.

VIRGO‭ ‬(Aug.‭ ‬23-Sept.‭ ‬22‭)
**** You gain a bigger and more liberal perspective every day.‭ ‬That is not to say that every day is perfect,‭ ‬but you grow and gain from every experience.‭ ‬For many of you,‭ ‬a foreigner has strolled into your life.‭ ‬Others have opted to go back to school.‭ ‬Finally,‭ ‬you seem to get past judgments made on not-necessarily-sound ideas.‭ ‬From June onward,‭ ‬you get to display the wonderful experience you have had during the past months as you assume your position as leader.‭ ‬Others admire the grace with which you do your work.‭ ‬Some of you might be confused about your boundaries with bosses and special people.‭ ‬Listen to your inner voice when dealing with a partner who cares about you.‭ ‬Enjoy the moment.‭ ‬Don‭’‬t worry so much about the haze surrounding a bond.‭ ‬It is now that counts.‭ ‬
Motto of the Year:‭ ‬If you‭’‬re confused,‭ ‬you simply might not be seeing the whole picture.‭

LIBRA‭ ‬(Sept.‭ ‬23-Oct.‭ ‬22‭)
*** You start the year on a strong note,‭ ‬especially if born in the first two and a half weeks of your sign.‭ ‬A partner indulges you more than in the past,‭ ‬and you are loving the attention.‭ ‬During the period of May,‭ ‬June and July,‭ ‬you rethink the past,‭ ‬future and present.‭ ‬You are in great shape,‭ ‬or so you think.‭ ‬Demands come from out of the blue during the summer,‭ ‬and increasingly so in the fall.‭ ‬You might feel quite rebellious.‭ “‬Enough is enough.‭”‬ Apparently,‭ ‬now certain planets are sending you a message.‭ ‬The sooner you receive it,‭ ‬the happier you will be.‭ ‬Don‭’‬t‭ ‬fight the inevitable.‭ ‬To succeed quickly,‭ ‬break through rigid thinking.‭ ‬Greet change positively.‭ ‬Use care with your funds,‭ ‬even if you are on the plus side.‭ ‬Utilize a talent more often that delights others.‭ ‬Not every happiness revolves around money.‭ ‬You know that.‭ ‬So will your loved ones.‭
‬Motto of the Year:‭ ‬Explore different values systems.

SCORPIO‭ ‬(Oct.‭ ‬23-Nov.‭ ‬21‭)
**** Use the period through May well.‭ ‬At that point,‭ ‬all your energy will be well placed,‭ ‬and others seem unusually amenable.‭ ‬Consider that you are negotiating new friendships and boundaries.‭ ‬Come June,‭ ‬you or a partner‭ ‬— be it personal or professional‭ ‬— will want more closeness in your bond.‭ ‬Two heads can be found whispering about news together‭ ‬— whether it is the latest about an investment or,‭ ‬for others,‭ ‬cooing time,‭ ‬no one knows.‭ ‬This newfound closeness will last for quite a while‭ ‬— that is,‭ ‬if you don‭’‬t panic.‭ ‬Fall presents some challenges to early-born Scorpions.‭ ‬You might feel overly committed or a need to be too responsible.‭ ‬Ask yourself‭ ‬if you are spooked by a bond that seems too good to be true.‭ ‬If so,‭ ‬know that you and you alone are making that thought true.
‭ ‬Motto of the Year:‭ ‬Keep in mind your higher goal.‭ ‬Don‭’‬t allow your emotions to rule.

SAGITTARIUS‭ ‬(Nov.‭ ‬22-Dec.‭ ‬21‭)
**** You take a‭ ‬long,‭ ‬hard look at your personal and daily life.‭ ‬Are you sick of the routine‭? ‬Don‭’‬t worry‭ ‬— your creativity continues to soar.‭ ‬You are inventive and can funnel this energy wherever you choose.‭ ‬Married Sags need to be careful,‭ ‬as they have a tremendously flirtatious way that,‭ ‬if unleashed,‭ ‬could cause a hassle where they least expect it.‭ ‬Unless you like drama and fits of jealousy,‭ ‬be smart and don‭’‬t pursue this course.‭ ‬A single Sag could have a ball right now.‭ ‬Come June,‭ ‬you become more involved in your relationships.‭ ‬Ask yourself:‭ ‬If everyone seems friendlier,‭ ‬do I really think it is them‭? ‬You can be sure the positive energy is coming from you.‭ ‬Keep this attitude,‭ ‬and you will be much happier as the cold fall days appear in‭ ‬2012.‭ ‬Friendship,‭ ‬love and warm cider will help you smile as the frigid winds blow.‭
‬Motto of the Year:‭ ‬Enjoy all the special people in your life.

CAPRICORN‭ ‬(Dec.‭ ‬22-Jan.‭ ‬19‭)
**** What others might not get,‭ ‬but what is becoming obvious to you,‭ ‬is that you are transforming,‭ ‬whether you like‭ ‬it or not.‭ ‬Creativity and high libido energies happily play into the scenario through May.‭ ‬You easily could be walking around with a huge grin on your face.‭ ‬When one is changing as you are,‭ ‬his or her choices change,‭ ‬and his or her environment needs adjusting,‭ ‬as does his or her relationships.‭ ‬Be kind when dealing with a significant other‭ ‬— he or she might not be at the same place in life.‭ ‬You are not easy to relate to in the best of times,‭ ‬and now known as the local chameleon,‭ ‬you create an even bigger challenge.‭ ‬Express your nurturing through active support and by pitching in from June on.‭ ‬You could see life as far more rewarding as a result.‭ ‬Your domestic environment might change substantially if you are single.‭ ‬Whether you decide to invite someone in,‭ ‬finally,‭ ‬you are very happy for the companionship come fall.‭
‬Motto of the Year:‭ ‬Honor the new emerging person.

AQUARIUS‭ ‬(Jan.‭ ‬20-Feb.‭ ‬18‭)
*** Aquarians are known for their unpredictability,‭ ‬yet you manage to add an even more surprising quality to your communication and self-expression.‭ ‬You can scarcely wonder why others might be ever so slightly tentative in how they respond to the more‭ “‬exciting‭”‬ you.‭ ‬You might note that a friend or two drops to the wayside,‭ ‬unfortunately.‭ ‬You simply are too vital.‭ ‬Demands become increasingly hard in the fall,‭ ‬but you have the creativity to meet those responsibilities no matter where you are or what you are doing.‭ ‬For some,‭ ‬you might feel isolated or alone.‭ ‬If you want to,‭ ‬you can mend a fence,‭ ‬but be realistic‭ ‬— if there isn‭’‬t mutual acceptance,‭ ‬how long will that last‭? ‬Be honest with yourself.‭ ‬The less you try to fit into the cookie-cutter mold,‭ ‬the happier you will be.‭
‬Motto of the Year:‭ ‬Times are changing.‭ ‬You are changing,‭ ‬too.

PISCES‭ ‬(Feb.‭ ‬19-March‭ ‬20‭)
***** What are you considering buying or adding to your life‭? ‬It certainly involves better communication.‭ ‬Whether moving,‭ ‬buying a new computer or joining a special ski club,‭ ‬you have become very social.‭ ‬You add to your ability to communicate and,‭ ‬let‭’‬s say,‭ “‬party.‭”‬ Come June,‭ ‬you might feel rather exhausted by all the socializing,‭ ‬and curl into your personal cocoon or toss yourself into your domestic life.‭ ‬Whether into home improvement or simply enjoying the one you are with,‭ ‬you feel quite satisfied and content.‭ ‬So much to do.‭ ‬All the new and old friends and acquaintances wonder where you have gone.‭ ‬We are not telling‭!
‬Motto of the Month:‭ ‬Don‭’‬t make anything more difficult than it needs to be‭!

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Do you have attitude?

2011-11-19T20:31:00.000-08:00

Recently I had a friend/astrologer relate to me what a whooper of a month November was going to be. Hard, unsettling etc. I smiled at her as another friend came up to us with a t-shirt saying: This is a great day. The irony was not lost on me.

My astrology/friend has a tendency to be negative and a little fearful. I asked myself how much does she project that feeling not only in the run down of the month but also her life? Then I thought about my other friend "this is a great day", she is always happy. Is this denial?

I doubt it. It is attitude. I dug into each of their charts to see what would define attitude.

At first I thought Mercury, mind. Certainly that is part of the composition, but there is emotional element to attitude. How much doesn't come from the sun and moon, your parents? I am still working with that concept and watching "it is a great day" and how her November will be.

In astrology, there is a way you can line up the planets from the lowest degree to the highest. In this process you see how the individual handles major situations and how life situations end as well as how the person feels at the end too. Actually that particular process is enlightening to many people. One gets glimpses of attitude. How much does attitude define a transit?

I remember reading a client , who was about to have Saturn in the 8th house. I was careful how I explained it. (afterall it does touch on death) . He is a psychologist, I explained this house representsthe house of life and death, the assets of a marriage, money from other sources etc. Keeping it light, I mentioned cannibals are also represented by this house. I was quiet as he verbally imagined a cannibal walking into his practice.

Most people do not pop a bottle of champagne over this transit. The following year, this client returned. .He said: I want talk about Saturn. I can tell you what happened.
　
He explained that he had felt his daughter had desperately needed therapy, but he could not get her into therapy. She was okay, according to her. She attempted suicide, and of course had Daddy running to the hospital, She was okay but she at that point she realized really did need therapy. He was so grateful for the transit and what happened.

How would you have handled it? I don't know that attitude or reaction could have been mine.

Tell me what you think is a hard transit right now or a transit you fear as it is coming towards you. Let's work with it and see what might come up?

　

Happy Birthday Virgo ( Sept 2011- Aug 2012)

2011-08-25T23:09:00.000-07:00

You have known the good times . You have known the bad times. Though you could always take a stumble or two, if you stop and think, you have recently entered a period of the good times.

Your sun sign is experiencing the extraordinarily positive transits of two of the five major planets. Jupiter and Pluto, the planets in question individually form a positive angle to your sun, which is called a trine. Trines speak of flow and good fortune. They also trine each other creating in your chart with the Sun in Virgo a Grand Trine.

A grand trine in a birth chart is a wonderful omen for success and a quality life, a grand trine with your sun caused by transiting planets promises the ability to add ease and happiness to your life for the period that these transits are active. Let’s start with this Grand Trine and the planets involved.

Pluto:
The transit of Pluto in Capricorn trining your sun started late 2008. It is one leg of the Grand Trine. You might not have really felt the benefits of Pluto, or recognized them at first, and you still might not. Pluto is a small planet, and recently got down-ranked to an asteroid, yet I do not know of a planet that has more far reaching implications.

Pluto is associated with the legend of the Phoenix. The Phoenix was a bird that crash and burn to its death, only to be soar from the pyre as a beautiful, re-incarnate bird. Pluto can create such a transformation wherever it transits. Pluto at best speaks of human resilience and the ability to transform crisis into a better life.

Pluto is in the sign Capricorn which is very flattering to Virgo. It resides in Virgo’s fifth house. The energy of Capricorn and Virgo is harmonious. The Fifth house is your libido energies, your creativity and that which represents your creativity. For some, this might look like a self expression in one of the arts. Children are a manifestation of your libido, and ruled by this house. Love affairs also are ruled by this house. Romance feeds the libido energies.

If one looked at a thesaurus for synonyms for “Pluto”, one would see sex, earth quakes, control, passion, mastery, intensity, darker elements of society, cannibals and on and on. Pluto is about life and death issues. It is about control and manipulation. It is about stripping away the superficial to reach the authentic.

How you experience this transit and its timing very much depends on your chart and your life at this point. The first ten days of Virgo, or anyone with planets in the first 10 degrees of Virgo are in the midst of their Pluto transit. If born between Sept 2 and 10, you could start feeling this transit this next year.

If single, Pluto often draws in a very intense , compulsive relationship. One grows through it whether they opt to stay in or out the bond. Control issues often come up. The person chosen could be a Scorpio, or have Scorpio like qualities. Single Virgos do need to check their new interest is on the up and up, or the person they project. Pluto could also indicate a degree of karma as well.

If attached, the sexuality of the bond is intensified and to no one’s surprise with Pluto in the mix, a new addition to the family becomes a strong likelihood.

To lovers of life and risk takers, Pluto can cause problems. Make sure your risks -if they backfired would not be too damaging. Pluto could also mean gambling so be careful. The need for intensity and depth with Pluto in this position is great. Therefore Virgo might go to extremes to create these feelings.

The good news here is your Sun and Pluto are in a healthy , strong aspect, so you are less likely to have problems . You can count on a major change with Libido type activities. Artists and creative people discover a new muse. Master pieces are created. You will not be bored with transit. Your experiences and the ones you choose in the future will be fundamentally different.

To personalize this transit, look to the weeks surrounding September 17, 2011 and April 10, 2012. You might read elsewhere that Pluto is making some hard(difficult) aspects to other major transiting planets in 2012. Do not worry. You have the Grand Trine which is made possible by your Virgo sun to take the heat off the more difficult aspects.

Jupiter:
Taurus is the other earth sign, and joins Virgo and Capricorn as it too is having a major transit. Transiting Jupiter will trine transiting Pluto and both will trine your natal Virgo sun. If you draw lines from each planet mentioned above, you will have a triangle..or a “trine”.

Jupiter moved into Taurus in June 2011. Jupiter represents abundance, excess and luck. I often associate the candies “Good and Plenty” with this planet. The candies are pink, white and once in awhile a black one will pop. For the most part a Jupiter transit brings white and pink into your life but occasionally there is a backfire.

The backfire is about clearing a space for Jupiter to deliver its gift to you. You might not understand that statement if experiencing one of the black candies, but you will in another year.

Jupiter in Taurus presently resides in your Ninth House. This house represents higher mind activities, such as publishing, law, travel, education, foreigners. What this transit does is open your mind up to new lifestyles, different ways of looking at life, becoming more educated and less rigid. Rarely can this planet go wrong in this house, You might for some reason travel too much or feel overwhelmed with all the new information that might be available , but you will do well no matter what. Your thought process and ability to solve problems grows by leaps and bounds.

To personalize this transit, once more look to the dates around August 30 and December 25, 2011.

Jupiter is a one year transit in any sign. Jupiter’s next stop is the area ruling career, community commitments and father. This event will occur in June 2012.

Many of you if working will find in the year that follows pay-raises and promotions become distinct possibilities. A closer relationship with your father is possible. Some of you might toss yourself into community commitments. You will see the benefits of the precious transit of Jupiter in Taurus.

The Grand trine as of June 2012 dissolves but there will be other changes in this up and coming year, from June 2012 which will compensate.

Saturn:
Saturn transits can be difficult especially if you are 35 or younger. It is not a picnic for those who are 35 or above but that crowd does better with this planet.

Saturn represents wisdom, responsibilities and maturity. This planet is in the sign for this birthday year and resides in your money house. This house also represents your assets, innate talents , that you choose that represents you. When Saturn is in this house, money generally does not flow with ease. There is more often than not a sense there is simply not enough. In fact millionaires could have this transit and for whatever feel as if they need more.

How do you handle feeling you do not have enough funds ? Some people add to their savings just to make sure the proverbial rainy day which they feel coming is taken care off. Many people put themselves on a stern budget. Others might become smart shoppers and yet others panic.

Not everyone has the same responses. You will know yours. Often more bills appear. If you own a house, you might need to do some structural repair. (This transit is a bad one for buying a house.) You are in the last year of this transit.

By now, you might have an idea how this transit impacts your life. You might not recognize the end of the story and might not even have a clue as to what will happen.

To help you personalize this transit, look to the weeks around Feb 7, 2012 and June 25, 2012.

Neptune:
Neptune is busy bounding between late degrees Aquarius and early degrees Pisces right now. On Nov, 9, 2011, Neptune will start its march into Pisces not to return to Aquarius during your lifetime. Feb 3, 2012, Neptune will formally enter Pisces and will remain there until 2026.

Pisces is your opposite sign. To have Neptune in your opposite sign could be very interesting and not necessarily bad. It makes your practicality much clearer especially if with a partner , he or she might become more idealistic and/or romantic.

If single, you could meet someone, who might be a Pisces, or perhaps you put on a pedestal because they are so special. Please take them off your pedestal because by that action, you are promising they will fall off. Remember no one is perfect. Your sweetie can only let you down if you elevate them beyond human!.

The planet Neptune could bring a very artistic, gifted, and/or spiritual person into your life. Neptune is inspiration, and this person could inspire you. Someone older than you could be a possibility with Neptune in your seventh house.

On the other hand, Neptune is fog and deception. You could be more easily deceived by someone. Trust a friend who has always your best interest in mind. If they sense something is off, let them help you figure out what it is. Sometimes addictions comes with Neptune. The person wants the world to be as idealistic as they wish.

This period easily can be one of the most romantic periods in your life, if you have chosen someone who fits the more positive meanings of Neptune. This transit occurs in your marriage house, so a wedding is more than possible too as well as a second honeymoon for married Virgos.

Once Neptune enters Pisces, though in opposition to Virgo, it makes positive aspects to Jupiter in Taurus and Pluto in Cancer. Situations move with ease for you.

Observe the weeks around June 4, 2012. Neptune, especially if born at the beginning of the sign could be letting you know much more of how this transit will be impacting you.

Uranus:
Uranus is a planet that acts with lightening quickness. It is akin to a Jack in the Box. Surprises happen out of the blue. This planet keeps your life exciting wherever it travels. It is also shows you want is unnecessary in your life and what is relevant. It points to new paths and direction. Once more your resilience will be tested.

This planet is in Aries and has been since March 2011. During this period it has opposed Saturn, and challenged its message, and the status quo . Uranus also has squared Pluto which is about deep, profound change. Uranus is like an electrical storm. These planets are dancing a hard jig but you are protected by your Grand trine. You may have subtle hints of this T square configuration but not like many people you know.

This is a 7 year transit. Right now it is impacting the beginning of Virgo, financially through a partner or other person. You could suddenly win the lottery with Uranus in the area it is or have a surprise inheritance. On the other hand, this wild card planet Uranus could cause a sudden financial demand as well. A bill that is not expected for instance or an IRS audit. You will learn the true meaning of transient. You will learn what is important and not important . You will naturally let go of what does not work. Look to the weeks surrounding the following dates for more feedback: Dec, 10, 2011, and July 11, 2012.

Mercury:
Virgo is ruled by Mercury. When Mercury goes retrograde, you feel less than great. This phenomena happens every 3 to 4 months. Try hard not to make major commitments and sign papers . Do not opt for any change. If you hit a snafu out of the blue, consider how you could of prevented it. You might not be able to resolve the issue until the retro is over but you can learn from it. and decide to not let it happen again. Consider the dates below like bad hair days. Many Virgos do a lot of personal work because of and during these Mercury retros.

Mercury retro (Sept 2011-August 2012)
August 3-August 26, 2011
Nov. 24 - Dec 14, 2011
March 12 - April 4, 2012
June 7 to July 1, 2012

This year build a better, more applicable life style. You might need to update or two to make your life work as you might dream, Worry less and live more .

Blow out your candles in 3 as you honor the 3 planets that will make this year all it can be. Happy Birthday Virgo.

P.S. Do remember every birthday, every chart is different. For instance a woman needs to read and understand her moon sign as that is her. The above is a glimpse, nothing more. It is important to allow a seasoned astrologer interpret the heavier interactions between the planets on your personal chart.

*1 The Legend of the Phoenix

2011-08-25T20:50:00.001-07:00

There is no teacher like history

2011-08-24T23:10:00.000-07:00

Often when I am baffled about a situation , I go back into history for answer. This procedure is particularly viable in astrology. In fact, this process played a major role in my learning of astrology.

With the US economy teeter totting and fear abounding, I wonder how much that situation is influencing the reading of charts in areas of career and finances. I tossed this question out to several astrologers and they felt that if there was a downward period , it would be reflected in the birth chart.

I am still uncomfortable with this conclusion. Low and behold a client came in with remarkable similarities to the US chart. He has a Sun/Moon conjunction with the US.

I was about to discuss the impact of Uranus in Aries on his moon, and the US sun, and I decided to go backwards to study the last time Uranus was in Aries. (It takes 84 years for this planet to go through all 12 signs.)The last time was 1927 to 34. We all know what happened then. I went sigh.

The time before was according to the ephemeris was in 1843 through 1850. Though the depression started in 1837 with Uranus in Pisces, it was active in 1843. Our recession began with Uranus in Pisces too.

You might want to read: The History Box.com Six years of Depression (1837-1843),

People also have history. In much in the same way if you want to know how a certain transits affects you, go back to the last time you experienced it. You might find this time is a little different, as you have grown but there is a very clear similarity.

Is there any transit you are wondering about? Please share.

Happy Birthday Pisces ( March 2011 through February 2012)

2011-02-22T12:25:00.000-08:00

Happy Birthday Pisces...

Expect to witness big changes, if not with you, around you.

Three of the five major planets will move into new signs. One of the planet, Jupiter changed signs in January, Uranus will leave your sign during March, and Neptune will be entering your sign April 2011. As there are only 5 big planets and three of them are on the move, the deduction and implication is that “life” will be transforming. Indeed it will!

I will discuss each planet individually. Do remember in this discussion, I do not have your birth time therefore, I do not have all your vital information. This is not a total “next year” horoscope. Print outs give conflicting messages as generally they are done part by part and not integrated. If you know your rising sign and moon sign, you can read the next year for each of those signs and get a fuller indication of your next year. The best interpretation of course is through the eyes of a skilled astrologer.

I seek here to give you an idea of the general energies heading your way.

Jupiter left your sign in January when it moved into the sign Aries. This planet is associated with good luck and extremes. Jupiter is usually in the neighborhood when people gain suddenly a lot of weight, or spend a lot of money.
I often give Jupiter the nickname of the” planet of Good and Plenty”...like the candies.

Remember the candies? They are mainly pink and white. Every so often a black one appears. In my mind black represents difficult. Every so often, a problem occurs at the beginning of or during a Jupiter transit. The purpose of this problem is to clear out issues or situations, in order to receive better. Sometimes in our lives we need to make spaces to allow for new experiences. Jupiter encourages us to walk away from what does not serve us, allowing the planet of Good and Plenty to drop some pink and white candies...…

Often when Jupiter is your sign, there is personal expansion in your life, a new cycle begins, You personally know what happened last year. Jupiter was in your first house, if I do a Solar chart.

When I visualize Jupiter in your second house, I see a train with lots of money running into a train station and out the train station! The operative words are in and out. Pay raises and extra funds are likely. With more money, there is a tendency to spend more. Be careful you could get yourself into trouble. Spending seems to escalate. If you can, sit on this trend. Come on, use some self -discipline. Also don’t assume a check cleared until it does...

In June, Jupiter will move into Taurus. You will see a difference in your immediate daily life. Jupiter in this house adds to your optimism, and allows much more smiling and happiness. The house, where Jupiter will take up residence represents siblings and neighbors, your neighborhood, cars, computer and the ability to communicate.

With this planet there,not only are you bound to be happier but also far more extroverted. You will be more available, expressing feelings readily. Use care with certain intense feelings. The combo of anger and Jupiter could cause an accident. Often people go over a scenario over and over in their minds(think Groundhog Day) as they attempt to work through a difficult situation. Being distracted in this manner is a recipe for an accident.

Bad relationships, let’s say with a neighbor or brother or sister could finally heal now. Just remain open to that possibility. For more information look to the week surrounding August 30 and Dec. 25, 2011. In the period from August 30 through Dec 25 2011, Jupiter will be retrograde. You will have another chance to lasso in what might have slipped through your fingers in the months before.

Following on the heels of Jupiter is the planet, Uranus. I call this planet “the Jack in the Box” planet. You never know what is going to pop when Uranus is active in your chart... I often say to a client: you can expect surprises and the unexpected. I key into the areas possible.
The client says: so, what will happen? I return with: how can an event be a surprise if you know what is going to happen?

Do not fret over Uranus. It never delivers anything you cannot deal with. Often it drops wonderful events in your lap as well. The very nature of this planet of the unanticipated event, situation or insight reminds us certain key principles. One can never control anything but our self. Be grateful for the status quo but know as shoes no longer fit a child whose feet are growing, not does the status quo always fit a human being who must transform in order to live well.

Did you have a reaction to that statement... who must transform to live well? What was it? Look at that reaction. Is it fear? Is it happiness? What?

When Uranus is steaming down your path, it will make you aware of what is no longer functional in your life. The smart individual will release the issue or situation with grace. Those who hold on and cling to what was could have a very difficult time with a Uranus transit.

All of you, everyone of you, every Pisces as of March 11, 2011 have experienced a major Uranian transit - Uranus to your sun. With the exception of children under 7, and then you probably are not reading this! The sun is for a man - his very being. For a woman, it represents the men her life, Daddy, boyfriend husband - at least what she needs on a deep level. For both sexes, the sun represents career.

Sit back in your chair, and think of the last seven years. When did you have challenges in that area of your life? What happened? What was your immediate reaction? What did you release as a result? It could even have been a way of looking at life. Today, do you see gains from the Uranian transit of Pisces? Do you think you will?

Understanding the past is the key to the present.

Uranus in Aries, a fire sign will work differently. Like lightening bolts. Depending where Aries is in your chart, what house it rules, you will feel its kick. I see visually Uranus in Aries like a Taser putting out electrical shocks.

Do not assume even if this image could be scary to you that this is a bad event. I have noted how many times, clients say: well is it bad or good. Good and bad are value judgments. What you think is bad, I might think is a hoot. What you think is good, I might experience as a drag. That is what I mean, those words reflect an internal page, and one that might not be relevant.

Uranus does not use words, it enlightens, it eliminates the frivolous, the staid, and the unnecessary. It also presents long dreamt of opportunities which you never thought could happen. On a chart, using only your sun sign, this electric energy will manifest in what is “traditionally” called your house of money. ..In reality, this house carries a lot more symbolism. It is also our assets which go past the material world. Our talents, what we bring into the world.

What is for sure, Uranus in Pisces changed you in some fundamental way. Now your choices even as far clothing or furniture will reflect a new you. I watched someone under this is exact setup who tossed everything they owned when Uranus hit their second house. All they could do is smile. They felt free and they were in a sense. They were no longer encumbered by things. The choices made at that point were fascinating.

I doubt all of you will act out on Uranus in such a manner, and it might not be appropriate. Uranus will let you know through its softer impulses what its message is for you. Uranus also can be a lottery win or an unexpected inheritance. It does not need to be a problem. Simply be aware of what is happening around you. That is all.

This planet takes 7 years to wander through a sign. You will be working with this energy for awhile. It is only those born at the very beginning of the sign or who have planets in early degrees who will feel it this year. July 9, 2011, the Jack in the Box planet retrogrades. If there is a message for you, look at the weeks that surround this date and the same for when Uranus goes direct on Dec. 9, 2011.

Last but not least of the big three is the planet Neptune.
Yes, that is your ruling planet and yes, it is significant.

Neptune will change signs on April 4, 2011 to return to Aquarius, August 5, 2011. The planet of spirituality, illusions and deceptions will kiss your sign this year. What does that mean ?

I assure you the experience of having Neptune in your sign is a once in a lifetime event and it does not occur in all lifetimes. Neptune stirs the waters in each sign, bringing forth it full capacity and voice in matters of that Neptune rules. However it is a slow moving planet. It takes Neptune 165 years to travel through the signs and houses!

Neptune being in its home sign Pisces is a respite for the planet. All of you, every Pisces is a messenger of this planet which rules you. You might, knowing this- want to reread this planet’s natural inclinations.

Pisces of all signs might have an easier time with Neptune. Whatever negative or positive Pusan traits you could have as exhibited by the planet will become much clearer.
I am simply going to list words or phrases that reflect this planet’s energy. Some of them might ring a bell. If so, stop and listen.

Osmosis: picking up “things” by just being present, dreams, illusions, creativity, imagination, feeling inspired, a spiritual touching with a higher power, religious, psychic, dream-like, living illusions, wearing rose colored glasses, drugs, addictions, deceptive people, odd or confusing events, unusual self-expressions, empathy, wanting to be of service, nursing, doctor, minister, healer, water, the sea, confusion.

These associations in some form might have validity to you. They all involve the planet Neptune.

If born at the beginning of Pisces, your sun will be touched by this planet... which is career, you as a man, or the man you choose, your husband, boyfriend your father. You might witness changes involving the sun and its associations.

You could get your dream job. You might lose your job because as much as you tried to not feel negativity, you did not like it, or there was backstabbing. You are being liberated and given the freedom of a new, maybe better job. If you are a man, you could have an identity crisis, or be confused by your own actions and choices. A woman might be saying: “whoa”, as she looks at the men in her life. She too might be questioning her career choices.

What you see in the brief period that Neptune will be in Pisces is a preview. Look at the weeks surrounding June 3, 2011 for indications, especially if born at the beginning of the sign. It will be but a brief visit of your sign.

February 4, 2012 Neptune moves in lock, stock and barrel.

For more specific information on Neptune, the blog articles listed below as number 1 describes Neptune. Number 2 describes the not so easy side effects of Neptune.
#1) http://adayinanastrologerslife.blogspot.com/2009/05/neptuneconsider-retrograde-on-may-28.html

#2) http://adayinanastrologerslife.blogspot.com/2009/06/never-and-i-do-mean-never-underestimate.html

Consider the three above mentioned planets and the impact they might make in your life, or are making. No, it will not be the" same old, the same old".

Neptune will back into Aquarius in August, Some of you might need some quiet downtime after what you have just experienced!

The remaining “big" planets are Saturn and Pluto. When I say big,-I refer to impact.

Saturn continues its transit of Libra. According to many Libras , it has been way too long in their sign! You might not be a Libra, but you might feel a bit out of sorts if born around March 5 through March 17 this year. You could feel tired, depressed and/or have teeth or bone problems.

This transit impacts your joint finances, that is finances involving other people. Spouse’s income, IRS, the casino. You might want to be very careful with details right now. Avoid if possible any risks.

This transit also reflects “the goods” of a marriage or union. Saturn impacts what is given to you spiritually and emotionally from your significant other. Saturn is a tight planet not especially emotional. This period could reflect a comparatively cold period to what you have known. You are redefining your bond. Some astrologers say it is a divorce transit. It does not have to be. You are in control here. Most likely you will grow closer once more. It is but a phase in a marriage,.

You might find negotiating some of the details of the relationship, difficult and exhausting, Sometimes you feel as if the other person in question is not making a real effort. There could be a tightness around certain issues, be it spending, joint finances or even sex. In the area of conflict or differences, you will tend to be the more open or dynamic person.

This is a passage. Remember that. The personal message of this planet to you could emerge in the weeks around June 12, 2011.

The other transit of significance is Pluto in Capricorn which is traveling your eleventh house; this area rules friends, goals and the fulfillment of those goals and desires. Pluto reflects the legend of the dying Phoenix. Many of you might know the story. The bird crashes and burns and only to come back to life, even better. The legend is far more poetic than this one sentence description.

We do not often stop and look at our long term goals. We simply know what they are.
The fact is they change as we change.

What happens if we review our goals, often there is a discovery that this desire or that goal is no longer of interest. It is important to revise then as you might be on an inappropriate path, also with this transit, our friendships change. Some friends might not be as interesting or for whatever reason, some friends could be unavailable. New friends (who might not be anything like our past friends) walk into our life. Our new friendships might be more rewarding and demand more depth. They reflect the space we are in at present. Having Pluto in this house is far more easy than other houses. Key weeks with this transit surround the following dates: April 9 and September 16, 2011. It will impact all Pisces born in February and the first few days of March.

The birthday period of 2011 to 2012 allows you to demonstrate your internal transformation of the last few years. Your actions will reflect the changed person inside.

Welcome this next year with a transforming wish list and a smile. Happy Birthday Pisces. Now, blow out your candles!!!

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More on Solstice Points and today's planets.

2011-02-13T20:09:00.000-08:00

The most read blog I have EVER done is about relationships and the Solstice Points. I will include it at the bottom of this blog. If- in a compatibility, a person's planets hits one of the other party's solstice points, it is a strong connection. The flavor depends on the nature of the planets involved.

Knowing people are interested, I thought I would work with major transiting planets, their degrees and their Solstice points (which I will refer to as SP). ..

I will give you the SP following the transiting degree. If you have planets with 2 degrees of an SP. you will feel the energy of SP's the transiting planet. The how, what and ways we can discuss as you find them.

Check your chart and see if you have any activity. Frequently a chart does not look active until we add Solstice points. I suspect most of you have your charts, so it will be an easy task.

I will encourage you to comment and ask questions.. Please remember to look at your Arabic Parts and midpoints . I am a devotee of Arabic Parts. Often they can be responsible for much that goes on.

Here is the list. I am using this time only the major planets. Beside each planet will be the present transiting degree and then its Solstice Point (SP). I did round off the numbers to make it easier. The orb needs to be tight.. 1 to 2 degrees. It is more powerful if it is less. .

Jupiter: 4 Aries 28; SP. 26 Virgo

Saturn: 16 Libra 55; SP 14 Pisces

Uranus: 28 Pisces 37; SP 2 Libra

Neptune 28 Aquarius 16; SP 2 Scorpio

Pluto 6 Capricorn 46; SP 24 Sag

Scatter and find your charts and let's start talking.
Here is the original blog with a comment from Dr. Z, an astologer. The original blog was part of the relationship series.

Original blog
I am now going into something I became aware of as a new astrologer. Solstice points exist for every degree of the zodiac. Each planet in your chart has a Solstice Point.
I have always been a relationship astrologer and I have seen much suffering as people try to work through painful ties, with or without the person.
I would look at the chart, turn it upside down, shake the chart,(that did not help) do a composite maybe, though that was a new technique, for the purpose of the tie ,and then still unanswered. Sometimes nothing made any sense.
Then I discovered Solstice Points. Every planet has one. Every degree has one.
Have you ever been im a relationship and could not clear, but there "seemed" to be not a strong enough astrological tie to make you, they or someone act this neurotic? We all have. Hence the Solstice Points. Look to them.
I had a girlfriend after centuries could not get out of this relationship. Years and years of story. Contemporary thinking was beginning to look at everything through the term of addictions. It was quite chic, hip thinking. I did not buy addiction to someone as an answer.... She was Libra; he was Pisces.
Then I discovered Solstice Points, The Solstice Points for Libra are always in Pisces. if there is a hit within one degree, you have a hook and eye,with two charts.
That is when I found out about the power of the Solstice Point. often there is more than one in enduring, even if not easy relationships. Also events can result when a planet hits any of those solstice points, making for a lot of change that might not really happen otherwise.
She was a 17 degree Sun in Libra. He was a 13 degree Sun in Pisces. That was a direct hit. What happens is you take one planet, like Venus in Pisces at 10 degrees. One knows the solstice point is in Libra but what degree. Just subtract, the planet in question from 30, and you have the degree...so a 10 degree Pisces Venus would be........................you fill in the space. Then you have the Solstice Point. Look below for the answer.
Is anyone familiar with the system? I will give you the signs that are connected and let you figure this out. I suggest you keep a list of these points on your planets and see what happens with events and check out any relationship. Let's keep it simple and focused on just this.
Cancer-Gemini.Leo TaurusVirgo-AriesLibra-PiscesScorpio- AquariusSagittarius-Capricorn
Oh that 10 degree Venus in Pisces has its Solstice point at 20 Libra.
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It is July 24 th, and The Zodiac Master posted this about Solstice points,dI also thank the zodiac master.
Solstice Points / Antiscia - in Relationship AstrologyHomage to friend Jacqueline
A Few Thoughts On The Matter
I admit it... when it comes to Relationship Astrology I've long been guilty of choosing to ignore an interesting methodology based on an extension of the ancient astrological usage of Solstice Points (or Antiscia).
As a psychological (archetypal) astrologer regularly utilizing the depth psychology concept of the "shadow," one of my lamer excuses for having ignored Solstice Points in Relationship Astrology was that I just plain couldn't get past their original name's (antiscia) meaning: "opposite shadows."
However, after a recent brief discourse with relationship astrologer, Jacqueline Bigar, I felt it necessary to honestly reaccess and rethink my attitude toward the usage of Solstice Points in Relationship Astrology.
Yep! It would seem that even old dogs - such as myself - are (on the very rare occasion) capable of learning new tricks.
Solstice Point Theory and UsageIn traditional astrology, Solstice Points were (and are) used, in part, to reveal potential hidden connections between planets in the birth chart."At some unknown date the philosophy of 'opposite-shadows' or 'reflective-degrees' was incorporated into astrology in the belief that each degree of the zodiac has its own counter degree, mirroring its distance from the solstice axis on the opposite side of the chart. The solstice axis runs from 0° Cancer to 0° Capricorn; thus a planet at 20° Sagittarius will cast its antiscion to 10° Capricorn, both planets being an equal distance from the Sun's solstice point at 0° Capricorn." Deborah Houlding at Skyscript.co.uk
Greatly oversimplifying... when utilizing Solstice Points, the person's Solstice Points were then compared with their regular birth chart placement points looking for hidden connections only using the conjunction (potentially revealing easy hidden connections) or the opposition (potentially revealing difficult hidden connections).
I'm not going to go too deeply into the usage of Solstice Points in classical astrology for two very good reasons:
I'm lazyand because (after you're done here) I really want you to read Deborah Houlding's excellent article on the subject.In more modern times (and the purpose of my article) some relationship astrologers have been advocating a newer use of Solstice Points and including them in their favored bag of tricks...
Okay... okay... I've stalled around long enough... don't you think?
Here's The SkinnyIf you're reading this article, then you likely already understand that in regular "synastry" the typical cross "aspects" (such as the conjunction, square, opposition, sextile, and trine) between two birth charts are considered.
Here's where it (hopefully) gets interesting... as a reasonable and logical extension of the traditional use of Solstice Points, the Relationship Astrology methodology that utilizes Solstice Points is thought to potentially reveal hidden connections (not revealed in regular synastry) between two people.
Solstice Points in relationship astrology are treated as hidden, beneath the surface, connections between the charts of two people. When utilizing Solstice Points, one person's Solstice Points are then compared with the other person's regular birth chart points only using the conjunction (revealing easy hidden connections) or the opposition (revealing difficult hidden connections) and then vice versa. The two planets involved are able to "behold" each other.
Normally, only very close conjunctions and oppositions between one person's Solstice Points and the other person's birth chart placements are considered. However, being forever an iconoclast, I confess that I tentatively find myself willing to consider orbs as large as 4 degrees within the appropriate Zodiacal sign.
Solstice Point Signs FormulaIf, for example, the regular birth chart sign of a planet is located in the sign of Gemini - then the Solstice Point of that planet will always be located in the sign of Cancer. If the birth chart sign of a planet is located in the sign of Cancer - then the Solstice Point of that planet will always be located in the sign of Gemini.
If Leo - then Taurus; if Taurus - then Leo...If Virgo - then Aries; if Aries - then Virgo...If Libra - then Pisces; if Pisces - then Libra...If Scorpio - then Aquarius; if Aquarius - then Scorpio...If Sagittarius - then Capricorn; if Capricorn - then Sagittarius
Figuring out the particular exact degree within a Zodiacal sign however calls for a little extra math on your part...
Related Useful LinksRather than attempting to reinvent the wheel... struggling to adequately describe just what the concept of antiscia is and how it's been looked at and treated over the past 2200 years... I'm including a link to Deborah Houlding's incredible traditional treatment of the subject.
I'm also including a link to Cafe Astrology where they explain how to manually determine the exact placement of your Solstice Points. This will be helpful if you don't own any of the fancy smancy astrological software that's capable of calculating Solstice Points.
And finally... I'm including a link to a blog on the subject written by Jacqueline Bigar.
Classic Look at the Antiscia / Contra-antiscia - excellent article written by Deborah Houlding on the origins and rationales behind the concept of Antiscia. If you don't know squat about the concept of Antiscia, then you really should check out this article. If you "think" you know all about Antiscia, then you should definitely check out this article.
How To Calculate Your Solstice Points - if you don't own fancy smancy astrological software that will automatically calculate your Solstice (antiscia) points, then Cafe Astrology gives you instructions on how to do it manually.
Relationships / Solstice Points a delightful article on Solstice Points as applied to relationships written by Jacqueline Bigar.

Jupiter: moving along. Did you get its message in Pisces?

2011-01-21T10:34:00.001-08:00

It has been this astrologer's observation that when a major planet, in this case, Jupiter, changes signs, it often delivers a final kick. The days before usually carry some personal message especially to the person who might not have 100% got its message.

This fact hit me strongly with the 13th sign story and the death of Robert Blaschle, a master astrologer, who contributed much to the field. I suspect also the Uranian connection to Jupiter is also bringing astrology to the forefront. Jupiter can be looked at as media, need I say more? Jupiter can be a very special teacher.

Jupiter has been in Pisces since January 18, 2010. No matter what sign you are, some how Jupiter has impacted you. Often I call this the planet of Good and Plenty. Yes like the candies. The candies are mainly pink and white. Once in awhile out tumbles a black candy. Pink and white are symbolically good and black I think of as less good...or plenty trouble, if relating to Jupiter. Why would a planet of good luck deliver a blow? To clear out what no longer functions , so it can give you better.

Now as we are in the final moments ( Jupiter enters Aries at 9:11 am Pacific time, Jan. 22), you might want to look back and see what Jupiter has given you. What are the spiritual lessons, if any? Have you had any outstanding events in the last few days, or shall we say messages from Jupiter. If you have, integrate them as you do not want to have to go through the same lessons again in 11 years.

Personally look at where Jupiter in Pisces was/is and note any strong activity in that area, now or even for a few days afterwards. Please feel free to discuss what you have noticed. Jupiter will as an incidental move into Taurus June 2011. So you might want to get used to Jupiter waving goodbye.

Other major planets are changing signs this year. Uranus on March 11 will move into Aries. Neptune will enter Pisces, its ruling sign for a several months this summer. You will note a similar effect with these planets as discussed with Jupiter.

A Glimpse into 2011 by sign

2010-12-30T09:01:00.000-08:00

2011 is an unusual and very special year.

Rarely do we witness three of the major planets changing locations or signs in a 12-month period. What many of you will notice is a different feel, a new breeze blowing in your direction. Much of what you have experienced negatively in the past few years will be gone. Reading the ledger: *****is the best, **** good year, ***no complains allowed, ** on the down side but not awful,* we hope never happens.

ARIES (March 21-April 19)
**** You have processed and processed. This year, you finally incorporate all the internal growth and move ahead. In a sense, you will be driving stick shift for the first time. There will be bolts, stops and stalls, but you are on your way. Every 12 years, you greet a new luck cycle, and this is the year. By mid-January, you will be feeling more relaxed and optimistic. You express a new you, far more independent and insightful. Still, every moment might not be a piece of cake, as the universe strips any games and falsehoods away. Your authenticity becomes a valued commodity to those in your immediate circle. Some people have an easier time accepting transformation. If you are attached, a partner might be distancing him- or herself, or trying to hold on to the old you. That you is long gone. With any luck, this person will transform, too, becoming an even better mate. If you are single, don't be surprised if you suddenly attract a new type. You have grown, and everyone around you, even your suitors, will reflect that fact.
Motto of the Year: Have fun exploring, Aries. Don't miss a beat.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)
**** Inspiration becomes a given commodity this year, and nearly all your choices reflect that quality. You will choose more artistic, creative friends to add to your solid circle. You find a lighter, more imaginative energy important, making you smile more often. When you hit an obstacle, your avenue to a solution proves to be far more interesting than in the past, and more effective. As you adjust to giving up a very solid, logical path, you discover that sometimes you will hit a dead end. In this case, events will pop you out of the situation and a new direction will become possible. You are a cat with nine lives this year, with little chance that you will use them all up, either. No matter what goes down, you will land on your feet. Give up worry and risk a little more -- a quality your sign is not known for. You can only gain with this opening. Change can be exhausting. Take good care of yourself this year. Be inspired as to what that looks like, too. June 2011, you enter a new life/luck cycle.
Motto of the Year: Taurus, stay open, and you will see some extraordinary happenings.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)
**** You have a tendency to buzz all over the map. With your inner circle expanding in a new and unique fashion, and Lady Luck moving long-term desires forward, your enthusiasm is multiplied, adding even more dynamite to your love of life. Communication is important in your life. Which is more effective: a plane soaring by blurting out its message, or a slow-moving boat announcing its insights? Choose to be a boat, if possible. Unusual events and good fortune toss many of your long-term desires and dreams in your lap, and quite quickly at that. As delightful as all these happenings might be, the adjustment could be a little much. Use the period from June on to get used to having the cornucopia of life drop on you. Take good care of yourself, as you will be accepting a very important and noteworthy responsibility this year or next. Yes, finally, it is prime time.
Motto of the Year: Express yourself, taking your time so that mutual understanding is present.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)
**** For the Moon Child, there is always comfort in the tried and true. Fortunately, you will have enough of this important quality in your life to handle all the dynamic changes that suddenly occur. Opportunities come forward to establish the authentic you in a way that can be witnessed by many and applauded by quite a few. That type of acknowledgment can only feel good. With the coming of more exposure, you will witness a distinct change in your circle of friends, especially after your birthday in 2011. You have many reasons to smile, but of importance in the following period will be to review your life “wish list.” Don't be surprised if you need to revise it. Some wishes have already been achieved. Summer 2011, you christen an unusually fortunate period. Get enough exercise, and you will be able to handle all the stress that even good events can create.
Motto of the Year: You have worked long and hard to get here. Enjoy every moment.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)
**** Don't hesitate to break into a very different world and drop previous restraints. Detachment makes it easy not to trigger. On the flip side, it helps the mind to see other types of thinking and ways of living. You have never resisted a walk on the wild side, and this year is no different. Only you could be delighted by what opens up in your world because of this ability. What you once believed wasn't even a possibility, indeed, could become a reality. The avenue or situation that provokes this experience, in itself, could be very exciting. Single Leos could stumble on a foreigner or a person who is so bohemian and different that you must stop to get to know him or her. Delight surrounds the experience. Insight upon insight become commonplace this year. Though you might not act on them until the second half of 2011, they start heading in quickly as the New Year turns the corner. Your day-to-day life might suddenly feel a bit restrictive or dull. When the time is right, you can revitalize your daily happenings in a way you've never dreamt possible. Realize that not everyone will join you in this experience. Some close friends and loved
Motto of the Year: Judge less; understand more.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
**** Newfound creativity surges and will continue to evolve throughout the year. Though you are usually practical, this new quality can only add to the many options in your life. Taking risks happens with greater ease, though the former conservative financial person within might pop up. Only you can decide whether this quality is positive. As opposed to several years ago, whatever you do demonstrates a newfound uniqueness that intrigues many, delights others and above all makes living a more exciting experience for you. Intense romance might head your way if you are open. The artist within you arises, demanding self-expression. During 2011, you greet a need to get to the bottom of many basic issues in your life. You will want more insight into why we live and the choices we make. Evolving depth and wisdom result, drawing many to you. A key relationship could become even stronger with your willingness to delve into the mysteries of life and
Motto of the Year: You gain more empathy for others. Touch base with that skill more often.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
****Life has had its demands in the past few years, and certainly some of those responsibilities won't be whisked away. The entrance of a new person or group of people encourages a change. Some of you might not be able to resist saying “yes” to a more vibrant life. If you are honest with yourself, you will acknowledge that you alone have been responsible for holding yourself back from experiencing life even more fully. Are you ready? You might not be able to say, “No; I like my life as it is.” The little rules we make up in our mind to give order to life will be dropping to the wayside this year. You will be stepping out into uncharted areas. Others will be cheering you on, and if
Motto of the Year: Remember, and this is very true this year, only you can hold yourself back.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
*****Your resourcefulness, creativity and self-expression hit new levels that delight many and intrigue you. As you work with your chosen avenue of self-expression, life becomes far more rewarding and fulfilling. Your energy multiplies, allowing for more success and more opportunities. Many of you will veer in a new, independent direction that up till now hasn't been thought of, at least in your daily life. You seem to develop your own signature, whether at work or even when cooking. Optimism abounds, and the cynic Scorpio retreats, allowing much more joy and contentment into your life. Others observe but clearly ask to be more a part of your life after June. Partners want to share in your enthusiasm. Singles discover a new set of suitors, far more interesting than in the past.
Motto of the Year: Don't ponder life any longer; rather, live life 100 percent.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
**** In January, you become an endless source of creativity, ideas and caring. Others discover a special quality that you had never expressed in the past. Finally, you will feel fulfilled -- some through love, others through children, and many through a newfound or enhanced talent. There is no question -- you simply know, finally, that you are on the right track. It feels good. A quality of being focused on long-term desires has started to emerge as 2011 begins. It always is excellent to wholeheartedly know and toss yourself into your goals. At the same time, it is important to update these goals. The fulfillment you will experience this year could put a whole new slant on your life's wish list. Make it OK to let go of a long-coveted wish list made long ago that no longer rings true. You have much of what you want and/or are on the correct path. Stay secure, blazing a new trail.
Motto of the Year: Don't let anything interfere with your “now” in 2011.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
*** If people from your past could catch a glimpse of you mid-2011, they might shake their head, questioning how you got there. What is happening? You are giving up being a stick in the mud, transforming your life into a much more dynamic and reflective experience. A risk was an “oh no” in the past. Today, you know that if you don't risk, you will have nothing. A new awareness heads your way in 2011. You suddenly become receptive to the useable, the vibes, the premonitions. Up till now, you haven't given much credence to the psychic world, but you might not be able to negate it after this year and beyond. You seem to know who is calling before you answer the phone. Someone you are thinking of turns up out of the blue. You are at the beginning of an adventure where you will experience a new dimension to your universe. You seem far more open and ready to let go of what no longer works. You, like Ibsen's Peer Gynt, are letting go of many superficial layers that are no longer necessary.
Motto of the Year: Enjoy feeling more alive rather than mope about the past.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
**** Your daily life pinnacles with excitement, fulfillment and importance. You have always been a thinker, but suddenly you evolve into a doer. Being present in the here and now could be very exciting. You enjoy waking up, you enjoy your days, and you enjoy the myriad of people who stroll into your life. In the past, if you hit a boulder, you could have pondered endlessly about it. Not anymore -- you move on. Possibilities that you could not have conjured up without the experience of this year occur. Are you going to say “no” to a new path promising possibilities? You are able, in your heart and mind, to forget the future or the past. It is the now that counts. Values change. As a result, transformation occurs easily. This growth will be an ongoing process for several years. You gain greater security mid-2011, which will be reflected in your home life. You surprise yourself with your choices. Aquarius, follow the path that smiles and beckons. Turn away from a path where you hit the same obstacle over and over. Aren't you tired of that? Of course you are. Who wouldn't be?
Motto of the Year: Fearlessly release habits, patterns and situations that no longer work.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)
***** A feeling of having arrived occurs this year. You finally feel as if you have accomplished what you want. Surprise -- this is only the beginning of a fulfilling cycle; no more unexpected and not-so-happy insights. Early-born Fish will be sensing the change as spring comes to an end. Part of this impression of well-being comes from an unanticipated bounty financially, or perhaps a new financial perspective. The unexpected occurs with funds from the spring on. Your sixth sense might be pushing you to some odd investments or perhaps a little more time at the casinos. Trust yourself 100 percent. You will know when enough is enough this year. As the process of reflecting more of your essence occurs the first half of 2011, the second half lets the world appreciate a mellow and optimistic you. You really don't need to buy a race car to announce that you have changed. It is perhaps the very fact that you don't that says it all. Your daily life increases in richness mid-June on. You simply enjoy life much more. A relationship with a sibling or neighbor can now become much better.
Motto of the Year: See what happens when you wake up every day with a smile!

Jacqueline Bigar is on the Internet at http://www.jacquelinebigar

Part 4: The Sun and Moon, reflections on one's ability to relate

2010-12-25T10:50:00.001-08:00

As an astrologer, nothing makes me happier than telling someone their chart reflects a strong ability to relate. However that does not necessarily mean at the point I tell then this, they are having an easy time relating--usually it is the opposite.

A sun moon trine in one's natal chart promises the ability. That would mean the sun and moon would be in the same element, fire, water, earth or air. Quickly go check your chart. Are you one of these fortunate people?

Another combination is a sun moon sextile. That would look like a pairing of harmonious elements. Water likes earth, but does not do well with air or fire. So water with earth and air with fire. This pairing once more needs to happen in your chart.

This person is also capable of an excellent relationship.

As sun is man in a woman's chart and moon is the woman in her chart (or sun is the man in a man's chart and moon is the woman in his chart)..the interaction between these two planets reveal a lot. For one, if transits, or solar arc progression hit either one of these luminaries one can be sure there is relationship activity in this person's life. The type of activity would be revealed by the planet touching the sun or moon and the angle.

I personally find a New Moon person quite skilled at relating. That is when the sun and moon are in the same sign. That position naturally denotes choosing someone a lot like oneself. Charisma and creativity emanate. It is important for the astrologer to note if the sun or moon leads, as rarely will they be exact. The other issue is an innate one whether acknowledged or not- both luminaries are in the same sign, thus presenting only one point of view. I find also New Moon people seem to need a relationship. They probably want to relate more than any other combination.

Life is not simple nor is relating, even with the above mentioned combos. Often the sun and moon are tempered by another planet conjuncting, probably the most powerful aspect.

Also one cannot escape one's belief system which comes from childhood, especially about how people relate. Whether we react or go along with what we were taught, there is still a base, This colors the situation as well.

You could have a perfect sun and moon combination, but you were taught to give-give-give , you might not have learned to receive-an equally important part of a relationship. etc etc. I am sure this discussion could go forever and would be interesting.

Over the years, I have seen people with like partnership skills will partner, therefore they have a lot to learn from each other. Even a "bad" relationship might be significant in one's growth,

Past astrology what makes couples work, from my observation is mutual respect. This trait translates easily into mutual acceptance, and ability to accept differences, appreciate them rather than change them.

Enough out of this astrologer. Feel free to discuss your chart or your philosophy about relating.

Part 3 : your sun and moon:what they reveal about relating

2010-12-14T21:34:00.000-08:00

Another combination that spells trouble is the sun/moon square. That is when the sun and the moon are approximately 90 degrees apart.

Going back to the interpretation that Sun is man and Moon is woman, you can understand why the study of these two planets in an individual chart could reveal any heavy issues with relating.

The "square" is considered a tension aspect, and for the most part it plays out with an unconscious or subconscious element. For instance, one can say one thing yet actions speak another language. Most of us have known people like this if not related to them. For some people, receiving these mixed messages might be close to impossible to deal with,for others barely tolerable.

If you have a sun/moon square in your chart, it might be impossible for you to see the behavior. On the other hand, if several people who you have dated have pointing to saying one thing but doing another, you probably need to listen and internalize what you are hearing.Changing this behavior could be difficult but the first step will be becoming aware of it.

Another scenario with this combo is projecting this behavior out on others .

Let's get to some examples.
If you are a Scorpio sun man with a Leo Moon, you tend to be secretive and not share, yet emotionally you choose women who are flamboyant...who just might be showy and talkative. That choice could only set you off...but that is part of an inner need, (the moon) to express itself.

If you are a woman, with a Cancer sun but an Aries moon...you come off as your Moon, direct and full of fire. That is all great and wonderful, until you choose a man which you will that fulfills your Cancer sun. A caring, sensitive man, who clams up if hurt. You can see the problem here. You could also promise to not hurt, but you might not be able to see how being you, the Aries Moon is hurting him.

These are only examples, but this dichotomy plays out in natal Sun/Moon squares.

Basically you can see the setup. How would you resolve this? Or what type of person needs to be with you to help you evolve past this innate characteristics? Please feel free to ost or relate your experiences, if relevant here.

Please keep in mind that a difficult natal sun/moon position does not mean you won't have a relationship of value. It simply means that there is some personal work to be done. Ask yourself: are you ready?

Part 2: Your sun and moon reveals your relationship issues. Full Moon babies

2010-10-31T20:15:00.000-07:00

The Full Moon chart is alo a combo that speaks relationship issues. This combo looks like sun in one sign and the moon in the opposite sign. Let's say Sun in Aries-Moon in Libra is an example.

The sun is man in a woman's chart. It is the man in his chart. In a woman's chart the moon is her . In a man's chart, the woman he is attracted to is his moon sign.

An Aries type man is energetic, a pioneer, not particularly suave, one who goes after what he wants. he is impulsive and explosive at times. A Libra moon/ woman is sensitive, charming and delicate. She wants to be courted, and likes all the trim of dating. She weighs a lot back and forth, and probably is very far from impulsive. She wants a man who courts her, and always in marriage keeps the romance going. Yet with a Moon in Libra she draws the fiery, rough edged Aries. A problem? Often if not processed and understood.

Our fiery Aries sun man would draw a woman who would be Libra type with a Moon in Libra. He really would have difficulty slowing down to always indulge his sweetie. "There is so much to do?"-might be the thought." I don't have time for the trivial."

Many Full Moon babies can never get past square one and choose to stay single. Many also work it out, through acceptance of their own inner conflict and choosing a male with an appropriate chart to help them heal this fissure. A great match for a Full Moon is a New Moon baby. Sun and Moon in the same sign. They melt well together. There has to be a lot of mutual respect and a willingness to transform to make this work.

Just in case you don;t know your opposite sign ...here they are:
Aries/Libra
Taurus/Scorpio
Gemini/ Sagittarius
Cancer/Capricorn
Aquarius/Leo
Pisces" Virgo

If you are a Full Moon baby or dating one, please feel free to post and talk about your experience.

Moon also is Mom and Sun is Dad. When they oppose each other in as they do in a Full Moon's babies chart, there is no real role model for relating adding to the difficulty. There is an issue of unity between the parents, and perhaps a divorce. So the poor Full moon baby boy or girl really also not only has his or her internal conflict but no satisfactory model to fall back on.

Part 1: How does your sun touch your moon? They speak about your relationships.

2010-10-26T01:15:00.000-07:00

Many of you understand the full nature of this Venus Retrograde. It is interesting in the last weeks how many men and women have surfaced with relationship issues about those in their past. "Four years later, I am dreaming of him. Will he contact me?".

Venus retrogrades are just made for processing past relationships. Also sometimes in present relationships, there will be disclosure, sometimes inadvertent to one person's intent or motivation.

I am going to start with discussing certain aspects of our charts which reveal a problem in how we relate. Once we acknowledge the liability, we can then process it and heal. Many people do not understand they can work through a hard aspect. That experience brings one closer to fulfilling the higher meaning of our charts.

How the sun(man) and the moon(woman) in an individual's chart interact speaks about what is going on within that person. Often those with a relationship issue have their moon sign behind their sun. An example would be Sun in Pisces with a Moon in Aquarius.

When this occurs there will be a problem with relationships. If we use the sun sign as the first house, the moon lands in the solar twelfth house. The twelfth house is secrets and sorrows, also hidden matters. It is the house of the unconscious and subconscious. ( It also means a lot more but not relevant at this point).

Usually when a planet falls into the twelfth house, somehow the nature of how this planet impacts that person is not clear, especially to that person. For instance, mars is anger. I had a woman who had a lot of anger but did not see it. You could hear it in her voice. It manifested dealing with her husband and other people. I tried to explain it to her, and she screamed that she had no anger or hostility. Of course.

Needless to say it can be hard to tell the person in question about an unknown issue. The good news is when similar events or people keep coming to a person, then they have a better chance of seeing the issue.

When the sun is in the first, the moon is in the twelfth house or the moon sign is behind the sun sign...the person is not in contact usually with their feelings. There can be tremendous acting out. The intent of the sun action gets smacked by the hidden moon issues as well.

If a person is a woman, and she has her sun in Pisces. She is likely to choose a man who is emotional, perhaps addictive, maybe needy. Remember, as an aside the Pisces fish swims in two directions. If she is evolved or the sun and moon are well placed in the chart, she might choose a very spiritual, devoted loving man. That is not the case with a Pisces sun-Moon in Aquarius combo.

With the Moon(her) in the sign behind the Sun,in Aquarius as in the example, the woman would be intrinsically independent, be a great friend, but could not tolerate a needy or clingy man. Here is the problem. Also she might not really be conscious of her emotional nature and blame the guy for the issues. "He was so co-dependent". " I could not breath, he was so needy". "I was trying to help him, I thought he would become more independent."

In a relationship context, the man she would choose and want..would not work with her Aquarius nature. Thus, there would be an inevitable blowout, over and over.

This schism would need processing in order to get past that problem. Her attraction would not change and her needs would not either, but her tolerance and acceptance of not only the chosen man but of her self would. Thus making relating easier. She would grow. She would learn to relate within her parameters.

A similar situation sets up with the Moon in a sign and the sun in the sign behind it. Example: a Moon in Pisces and an Aquarius sun.

When the moon is in the twelfth house of a natal chart, it does cause also emotional issues to be resolved. That would be Pisces rising for instance and an Aquarius Moon. I often have seen that the people with set-ups like this refuse to process yet they badly want a relationship. Sadly they could not grasp their complete emotional nature to relate, it was never their problem.

If you are a man and have a combo as mentioned above, it would also be debilitating to relating. The woman you would choose would not work with the man you are.

If you have a set up as described and would like to post a comment, I would be pleased to discuss it with you here.

I will be doing other difficult sun and moon interactions in a chart in the next few blogs. Often an astrologer can tell the whole relationship history and possibilities just from a natal chart's two luminaries or planets.

Examples of this sun/moon combo would be..

Aries sun/ Moon in Pisces
Taurus sun/Moon in Aries
Gemini sun/Moon in Taurus
Cancer sun/Moon in Gemini
Leo sun/Moon in Cancer
Virgo sun/Moon in Leo
Libra sun/ Moon in Virgo
Scorpio sun/Moon in Libra
Sagittarius sun/Moon in Scorpio
Capricorn sun/Moon in Sagittarius
Aquarius sun/ Moon in Capricorn
Pisces sun/Moon in Aquarius

Vedic astrology,gems, eclipses and etc.

2010-06-27T10:44:00.000-07:00

So many excuses as to why I have not been present.
But I have. To be a good astrologer, I must toss myself in the whirlwind of living. Sometimes I have way too much fun to get out. And (don't you love these run on conjunctions)don't forget I have a lot of work with just writing the Daily horoscopes and other columns for other publications.

I was going to discuss the Finger of God, but I am still centering on that. I do not believe anyone has really gotten them yet as I live with two of them. They can change your life in one simple second. But that is the next blog.

Today I decided to opt for trite. I have had a Vedic chart done years ago, as far as the gems to wear to cure the "difficult" aspects of my chart. Recently eyeing a tidal wave heading my direction, I decided to hop over to EBay to , you got it, to shop...
I am now garnished with the right gems. My life works ( It did before too I must say).However I find stress less dominant and laughter much more prevalent. I feel silly on one level, a little like Jim Carrey in "Yes Man". jumping up and down my bed, screaming it works, it works, it works....

This Eclipse hit my 7th house drawing many old and new friends...Three well known astrologers popped into email once more yesterday. Connections were lost in the late 1999's. I have only shown the door to one potential new friend in living person...Friday evening....so all in all I give this eclipse an A in my life.

How would you rank it?
By the way. let me know if you would be interested in a gem report if I offered it on my site? I am curious. It only took me 4 years to take advantage of it.

Using negative aspects to empower us

2010-05-23T12:51:00.000-07:00

In a conversation, a friend said: opposites are the same. I was quiet...thinking how can opposites be the same if they are opposites? That statement denied what I believed to be reality, at that moment.

Later, a few days later, I dropped my thinking parameters as I tried to wrap my head around that statement.

This same gentleman had also once said to me: guilt and resentment, though opposites, were basically the same. Guilt is the result of not giving enough and resentment is the result of giving too much of yourself. Therefore the issue was: how much to give. Thus they were the same.

I understood in this case, opposites were the same crux issue.

I started applying this concept to astrology. Opposite signs, though different in their self expression, have the same crux issue. That concept is pretty much accepted today.

With this thought, I realize opposition between planets often felt like two different issues sometimes irreconcilable.
Yet if someone had the same two planets in conjunction, they function as one.

Let's use sun/moon oppositions and sun/moon conjunctions for the sake of simplicity.

The sun and moon conjuncting is a charismatic, spontaneous. creative person. The sun (our male side, man in a woman's life) and the moon (our female side, woman, and woman in a man's life) work in unison. Incidentally. New Moon children generally have parents that stay together...as moon is also Mama and sun is Daddy. They tend to tumble easily into relationships and have not a conscious awareness of their male and female sides as they flow beautifully together.

The sun/moon opposition has the sun (male principle, Daddy too) and the moon(female principle and Mommy too)opposing each other. The majority from my studies experience separations as children between their Mom and Dad. They have as a result no role model for relating. Relating when the man(sun) and woman(moon) oppose each other in the chart becomes close to impossible. This group often act out.

Should they choose to evolve they become painfully aware of their male and female sides. No surprise, Carl Jung was born on a full moon.

Taking the statement opposites are the same. I realized that a Full Moon opposition with awareness could function with the power of a conjunction, the New Moon here.

I started working with this opposition in these terms to discover,- yes it can happen. In essence one can be empowered by an opposition and bring the two planets energy together.

The Full Moon person who opts to bring their opposing sun and moon together is more likely to have to do a lot of personal work. This person will always be more aware than the New Moon Person as to their male /female sides.

To merge planetary oppositions one has to drop black and white thinking which defines planetary oppositions in a chart. Giving up either /or becomes easier when one says to oneself: how can both be true? How can both be right? And work on making it so. In that question is the resolution of the opposition.

Many people get overly concerned and bogged down in their negative aspects or negative aspects in the transits.

The bottom line is negative aspects can be extremely empowering.

Do you think you can work with an opposition to grow past the conflict to find resolution? It is possible. It is one of the finest examples of empowering oneself.

Most famous people have difficult charts, but they surmounted in a similar process. You can do it too, if you so choose. There is free will in astrology.

Once more I ask you: Do you think you can work with an opposition to grow past the conflict to find resolution? And if you say "no" ..why?

Opinions please: love of your life

2010-04-23T13:52:00.000-07:00

I have had a run on questions in my astrology practice. When they are not about money, they about love. I take these issues very seriously.

There is a mathematical equation(taught to me by a very old old astrologer) to determine the love of the life and when it will enter when I was learning astrology. The problem with this equation is that it does not always come up in a chart. Sometimes it never occurs. Other times it occurs when the person is very old or two years old.

But when it occurs in the correct time frame, it truly does bring the love of one's life in, for better or for worst. Sometimes the relationship is not a fairytale love but a very hard one where both parties learn to really love.

My question to you: I rarely mention this math formula because I never know what to say if it never occurs.... or occurs at an inappropriate age. Though as I am getting older I wonder if there is an inappropriate too old!

Or worse yet, someone thinks they have met the love of their life and in reality it is x amount years away.

I am sometimes way too blunt, so I am asking you, would you want to hear this news...that you will never have the love of your life? that is not to say you will not marry and be happy.

Or this is not the right guy?
I need feedback in how to say the not so nice reality...it is always easy to say ..the positive...

How would you like to be told you will never meet the love of your life...this lifetime?

Please tell me what words would you use?

Part 2: Understanding Your Mars

2010-03-15T18:29:00.000-07:00

As I mentioned in the past blog, though Mars has gone direct, does not mean the issues over anger will vanish. It is still prime time for working on them. In fact, it will be easier with Mars direct. You have an excellent period in the next two months to do this work.

First, you must locate your Mars in your chart. If you have a list of planets Mars will be there. See what sign it is in. The sign will flavor the nature of your self-expression when dealing with hot feelings. Do not worry yet about other planets. We are simply looking at your Mars. Now as you look at this planet note if it is in exact opposition or conjunction with any other natal planet(orb 4 degrees). You might also want to read up on the nature of the planet. If it conjuncts your mars it adds that flavor. Later I will explain the other aspects. but we are dealing with the most powerful ones.

The sign your Mars is in is also your Achilles heel. Where you might have problems or surgery. Often when we get angry, we manifest it physically. Look at the sign your Mars is in. What part of the body does that sign rule? Mars is Taurus-gets sore throats when angry!

Now look to the house your Mars is in. That is how and where you can express your anger-or least what area of your life it impacts.

You are welcome to do this process in the comment section and I will guide you if you have a question. You will need to understand your Martian energy to start looking at the issues around it.

There is no feeling that can destroy like anger. If we can use it to empower us and talk about our "hurts", we are already a long way in the process of evolvment.

The Good and the Bad : yes we are speaking of Mars Retro

2010-03-07T05:32:00.000-08:00

Mars ends its backward jig this coming week, in fact, March 8. This phase about to complete can be difficult and painful to many, especially if they have not dealt with their anger issues, specifically-how they express their rage. I believe it is rare that a person does not "see red occasionally", though some may deny ever being angry.

I have heard that anger is a defense to feeling hurt. In a sense it is . Consider the last time you were hurt, I mean really hurt emotionally. Now imagine feeling hurt and angry at that very same second. You cannot. One can only feel one feeling at a time.

The connection between hurt and anger goes further. When we suppress our hurt, do not address the issue, or sit on our feelings, often the hurt evolves to anger and then rage. What was the last time you were really angry at someone or a situation? If you take your time and go backwards, I would bet there was a time this very same episode was defined by hurt, which you did not express or hurt expressed and ignored. Take some time and go back to that place.

How many of you get sore throats a lot or lose your voice? Often when anger is suppress it comes out in physical manifestations. If you are ill a lot, you might want to pull Louis Hayes book- You Can Heal Your life. Recently I was developing a sty, which I have not had for a long time. I looked up what Sty meant in Louis Hayes world. Sure enough: angry at someone. In fact, I was unusually pissed at someone,and felt pass discussion , at this moment, there was little I could do.

Mars is the planet that is associated with anger. It is also associated with sex and high energy levels. Athletes of the caliber we saw in the recent Olympics usually have powerful Mars placements. In a marriage, when one party gets: I am sorry, not tonight, I have headache too ofter, the other party gets hurt, then gets angry..and we now have the War of the Roses.

This Mars Retro was about anger as all of them are, though each retro will impact an individual differently. This one as I am sure you know was in Leo impacting romance, creativity and perhaps relationships with children. It would also impact someone wherever they have Mars in their chart as well as where Leo resides. Aries, Scorpio and charts with Mars as a signifier also will have strong hits.

People who have Mars Retrograde in their natal chart probably during periods that Mars is Retro flow more easily. For them, the above about Mars Retro is a lifetime issue of enormous proportions until it is processed. Of course, the issue about processing, as we evolve, the issue becomes different, but still needs processing, but it is different.

Mars going direct this week will not clear you of anger issues. In fact, they might keep popping until mid-May when Mars reaches the degree it went retrograde on. If you do not handle anger manifestations that do not work for you, you will anyway in the period that follows.

The next blog will be on how to understand your Mars .

The Face of Evil

2010-01-22T23:06:00.000-08:00

I sometimes go around and ponder different issues, sometimes they stem from astrology, or the people I meet. Other times I really consider an issue which has come to light and then study it astrologically.

Evil is such a heavy word. I often wonder if someone can truely be evil. Aren't people simply misguided, or don't agree with your values? What determines if someone is evil? The beholder...or the creator.

Have you ever met someone who you felt was truely evil?

After much thought as I see some strange things these days, especially what people will do without money, home or food, (I am not refering to Haiti) but in this country. or what people will do without the loving and nurturing they need.

Is someone evil because of their actions?
I have come to terms for the moment, that when someone intentionally goes to hurt someone , to create pain, just for the "hell" of it, or their own pleasure...that is evil. Evil is a lack of conscience...I think. A lack of conscience the few times I have looked at a chart..often has a huge stellium in a hard or fixed sign. I am not sure that is the only mix.

I would like to continue this discussion with your help. Have you known a person who was evil? why? by any chance do you have any of their birth data? or
have you experienced evil and what did it looked like? I would love it if you attached any astrological information too.

To your next year!

2009-12-28T05:52:00.000-08:00

I will be writing more in the next few days about the New Year trends, though I will go across the signs, and discuss the transits in a more mundane fashion. Below is simply the very brief copy for the newspapers about your 2010. Remember to read at least your sun, moon and rising sign.

Nothing replaces a full reading from an astrologer, who has a perspective on your situation. Please note the star count. 5 is the best. 4 is great. 3 is most definitely okay. Under that listen to the message carefully.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) ****
You romp into 2010 with your ruling planet dancing backward. Impulsiveness is associated with the Ram, but for the first two months of 2010, try to curb this spontaneity. Use special care right now too, especially with a child or loved one. In many ways, from May through September, you will experience more excitement and change than imaginable. For bold, assertive Aries, this will be easier if you just goes with the flow. Motto of the Year: Stay in the present.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) ****
Events occur that open you up to change and possibilities. Often you might be in a semi-state of shock as you evaluate what is happening. The biggest mistake you can make this year is to hold on to the status quo. The best part of your year is that you are letting go of old ideas. You are building a new type of stability based on walking past filtered thinking. Travel and foreigners could be quite lucky for you. Do not get involved with professional or personal acquaintances too quickly. Motto of the Year: Time is your ally.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) ***
Deal with financial partnerships with greater openness and awareness. Taking a class in this field could be smart. It is easy to pull the wool over someone’s eyes when he or she doesn’t have a grasp on the basics. The unexpected runs riot all year, even more so than usual. A boss could be quirky and difficult in the spring, and you encounter very unusual people in the summer. An opportunity flies in from left field. Be ready to grasp it quickly, as it might not return again. Be careful with your words, and do not say something you’ll cannot take back. Motto of the Year: Learn to appreciate life’s curveballs.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) ***
oon Children could feel as if they have a lot of people demanding something of them. You are in a process of renegotiating your boundaries, as people seem to cross those barriers. Many of you will hit major confrontations, power plays and control games. Summer 2010 reminds you to take nothing for granted, as anything can happen. The wild-card planet sends surprises as it sits on the very top of your chart. Motto of the Year: Prevent stress from building by incorporating exercise into your days.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)****
You roar into 2010 a force to behold. The first quarter of the year produces unusual energy. You could have a nasty temper during this time. You don’t really want to scare people; you simply want to let others know you have boundaries. As spring blooms, look around — yours will be one of the few stable signs in the zodiac. It is important for the Lion to be on top of finances and communications. Motto of the Year: Accept an innate eccentricity.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) **** Finally, times are a little easier, though your checkbook could sing the blues. Change your budget to suit the new you, who has emerged from years of forced responsibility. Your values have changed, and your budget needs to reflect this. Relationships are far from boring. If attached by summer, you could feel as if you are on the roller-coaster ride of your life. If single, a wariness emerges when dealing with others on a close one-on-one level. With this acknowledgment, confidence emerges, allowing many new options. Motto of the Year: Walk away from what doesn’t work.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) ****
Accept responsibility graciously. You might feel fatigue on some level. Learn better diet and exercise patterns, and you will relieve stress and have more energy. Whatever is tossed on your plate will positively challenge you. Look at some of your views and thinking. Could they be stagnant? A relationship or several different people in your life demonstrate the possibility that your thinking is rigid and staid. If single, many options could jump into your life. Your life will be taking a lot of interesting twists in the next year. Motto of the Year: Do not fight the inevitable
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SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) ****
Certainly, you are learning a new style of communication. Your movements and expression reveal more centering. One of life’s lessons that whirls through your life will be the power of understanding. Artists of all types could be subject to unusual creativity. Children could be a handful, reminding you of your wild days. Many of you will have surprise additions to your family or, if single, one very exciting love relationship or a sequence of several intriguing potential lovers. Count on one exciting year. Motto of the Year: Prepare to blaze a new trail.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) *****
You are a force to behold this year, with a stronger tie to home and family. Whether single or attached, you have options. You could remodel your home, paint a room or move. Interactions with families and roommates have a newfound depth and sense of well-being. Come summer, you will encounter one of the hottest, most romantic periods of your life. Enjoy every moment this exciting individual spends in your life. Count on nothing being long-term until it really is. Motto of the Year: Live it up — you only go around once.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) ***
Goats get better as they age. You are a sign associated with career, work and commitment, which is exactly where you need to focus. You are on familiar ground, yet shattering insights could infiltrate your view of your personal world. Your willingness to strive to excellence professionally could be in conflict with how you are viewing your world. With these changes, doors open up that you never even knew existed. Motto of the Year: Accept that there are forces stronger than you.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)****
After the year you just experienced, you might wonder if you have the energy to meet another dynamic period. As 2010 enters, partners, associates, friends and loved ones seem to be on the warpath. Spring enters, and you can breathe. People return to normal, but there is a change, and it comes from you. Finances have been an unpredictable roller-coaster ride. Plans will easily dissolve but are replaced often by adventure. New people and new ideas become a given. Motto of the Year: Go with the flow.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)***
Others have mentioned that you have become a highly volatile, transformational figure in their lives. Truth be told, this is not your intent. Partners, friends and people in general lighten up in 2010. Hold on to your wallet during Summer 2010. Unexpected lightning bolts hit your finances. The caliber of your friendships changes. Your goals will change, and there is a newfound intensity about living. Keep checking in with yourself so that you are in contact with your authentic desires. You are entering perhaps one of the most exciting periods of your life. Motto of the Year: You can only go forward, not backward.

Jacqueline Bigar is on the Internet at http://www.jacquelinebigar.com.
© 2009 by King Features Syndicate Inc.

Uranus direct reminds us of the Uranus Saturn opposition again

2009-11-22T10:41:00.000-08:00

Probably a more full body of information has been written on the Uranus/Saturn opposition than ever before, thanks to blogs and the Internet. More thought has been given to this powerful opposition than in the past. Part of this literature created around the planetary powers opposing each other is also a direct reflection of the manifestations of the opposition.

Uranus has made the walls tumble of traditional communications, opening a brand new world for me, for you, for all of us out there. You can barely keep a secret today, in this brave new world.

Uranus going direct in everyone of our charts will have implications. There is no way around it. If we choose to feel its energy is a different issue. One can be sure you will know someone who will be squarely hit on the kisser, excuse the expression thus affecting you. If you see a friend go off the deep end, you just might think, oh oh, Uranus struck. Of course you cannot be sure unless you are an astrologer and can read the chart..Understand the opposition will test the status quo.

Uranus wherever it is has a way of making nerves raw, of teaching what we expect is not what we will get, and our true openness is tested.

So as you look for what this planet in opposition to Saturn will do to your chart. Think about the fact, that these planetary powers are battling not only in your chart, but also every one's chart you know, though because of where the planets are in each person's chart, with the individuality of each chart, the war waged between these two planets...will be different in each case.

As Jim Morrison wrote, during this same opposition 40 years plus ago: people are strange. Yes. They are strange. Look around- people are strange, very strange. Have empathy, knowing the battle waged is tough.

On a bigger level countries- the world, the planet are experiencing the same war. Look at the issues facing the planet....our country, the world...we can clearly see Uranus announcing-it is not working, (insight), and revolutionary solution maybe...while Saturn says : oh, no we like it like this , Please do not challenge us to change.

With this said, I hope you will let go of your pictures, and open up to the Brave New World unfolding, with new ideas, with new fundamentals, and probably a lot more implications than I or you can imagine. Times are exciting

Just for info: Uranus is in late Pisces forming a loose opposition to Saturn in Aries, It will becoming more and more exact this Spring (April 26) to pull apart again to the final time, in this astrologer's lifetime in July 26, 2010. The opposition will repeat again in another 40 plus years.

We cannot speculate the implications anymore than the hippies could of stunning assassinations, racial equality, free love and liberating the spirit. Sometimes we cannot see that far as good as the prophets may be.

Thinking of Saturn

2009-10-24T15:29:00.000-07:00

Saturn often gets a bad rap, and more often than not lately, I feel I am the sole defender of the planet of responsibility and maturity.

I have two clients- one is quite knowledgeable in astrology but always is blaming everything on Saturn. So much so she has changed her rising degree. She is sure Saturn is in a certain house. and to get it there, she must change her birthtime! ( Can I tell you how many times she has changes her birthtime on me?) The other person who claims knowledge of astrology, blames events early this year on a Saturn Return. Truth be told Saturn was nowhere in the vicinity- it was off on another crusade.Her problems were caused by the Venus Retro. ( See why it always is good to see a professional rather than do your own chart?)

Saturn is the teacher planet, and it is also represents maturity. It does not come out with a whip and chain, dressed in plutonian S and M gear. It simply points to gaps in our lives which we need to shore up. IT defines cycles.

Guess what? Saturn can be an excellent transit.

Saturn also can reap rewards on those who have worked hard and have lived their lives in sync with who they are.

One associate on her first Saturn return won an Oscar. Saturn was saying: go for it. you are on the right path. A school friend of mine got an enormous promotion and pay raise when Saturn pulled into his tenth house. He had to work his tail off, but it was clear, he was the right person for the job. Many years later, he commands even more power and money for the same excellence. His best promotions come with Saturn.

Great long term love affairs and marriages generally have a Saturn conjunction or opposition between the two. Saturn is the cement here, testing the person who has a planet involved with the others' Saturn. Their values or whatever characteristics referred to by the planet and sign get tested and evaluated by both parties. Saturn can bring wonderful experiences to those on the path to their twilight years (50 and above). Saturn represents maturity.

On Oct, 29, Saturn will leave Virgo to enter Libra.

It will also have another visitation of Virgo late Spring and Summer 2010. Often when a powerful planet leaves a sign, it gives a royal kick to those who have not yet received its message when it was in the sign it was leaving. I would not be surprised that someone gets a strong hit this week, but most likely it will be the 2010 trip into Virgo which will remind someone they still do not "get it". At that point , it will have nothing to do with the degree, but whether a planet at any point in the transit of Saturn in Virgo was touched. Be honest with yourself? Did you hear and act on Saturn in Virgo's message?

I am sure much is being written about Saturn in Libra. Remember you need to have planets involved to really feel this transit.

It is important to understand you cannot interpret this transit, nor can you accept generalizations. Find an astrologer, who can evaluate the importance of Saturn in your life, where it most effects you and why. This same astrologer will also correlate this new Saturn transit and what it will mean to YOU! and only you.

It could mean nothing. it is only a planet , and one of responsibility. Stay in touch with your energies and act responsibility...you just might love what it brings. Promise.

Broken Heart Alley

2009-09-27T15:36:00.000-07:00

How many of you have had a broken heart?

As an astrologer, there is not a day that goes by that I don't deal with a broken heart. I have a whole arsenal of sometimes meaningful statements, but the issue of what works best presents itself. Is it better to indulge the person in their upset(especially) if you see the person is coming back or it is really is not a break up? Or am I better going with the philosophical approach which often can be hard to grasp. And there is always the replacement theory.

I function at a breakup as a pure astrologer, just saying what I see. One rarely sees a clear, clean breakup. By the way Mercury RX breakups do not hold unless you met on a Mercury RX. In this case, I tell the client with a mercury Rx breakup when the other party will call etc. The first time it happens, they don't believe me. They hope. The second time it might happen to the same person, they believe.

At times, if the relationship is simply tense and not broken, I try to open the party to understand the other, and lose judgment. It is judgments and expectations that kill our happiness you know.

Boys are different than girls from day 1. Where does that come from? I am sure part of it are those pesty little chromosomes x and y. Yet the difference is enforced from day 1.

Think, did you recently see a little girl fall and hurt herself? What did the mother or father do? My guess: is poor baby, let me kiss it and make it better...

Think again, when did you last see a little buy fall? What did the mother or father do? My guess some variation on the theme of... Come on champ, it didn't hurt that bad, you will be okay, as they dust off the child and set him back on his feet.

Do you see the difference? what do you think those differences are? what do you think the implications of those differences are?

The little girl is told ..it is okay to feel and cry. And someone will come to your rescue. I am sure that evolves to the Knight in White Shining Armor scenario.

The little Boy is being told, do not feel your feelings, you are stronger than that. So he is given a very early primitive message of do not feel.

The little girl is living in fantasy land as a woman with false expectations of being indulged, loved and/or saved and is so disappointed by the man who won't share his feelings. The man is doing what he thinks is right.

How many of you recognize this scenario? A woman trying to literally ply a man open...rather than accepting him and vica versa. He thinks: she is so emotional, she must be at that time of month, I think I will vanish, Such drama! She thinks: he doesn;'t care. He is not sharing all those emotional, gooey feelings I feel. And he vanished. He deserted me (more like wanted to protect himself).He probably does not even know about gooey feelings exist, he is so defended.

I would say 80% if not more breakups occur because of lack of understanding about the other party. The classic response: that behavior is unacceptable to me.

This was a woman client after 8 months broke up with a guy because he would not say I love you. Had she understood that it really was honoring who he was by not expressing those feelings,yet he told her he could see a life with her..... plus when he said those magical words, he would ultimately really mean it...

This brings me to another point. There are certain realities that if everyone understood, there could be less suffering..

Of course we have the Anna Karenina or Heathcliff type- (usually strong water sign presence but not always)as I call it where the person is into the Romantic Novel drama, of she will throw herself on the train track, to show her love, then he will know.

Are you Anna Karenina-thriving on the drama?) Most Anna Karenina-male or female- types will say they hurt, they feel pain, they do not want this, but this is what they choose time and time again. This is how they see love and this is the image they feed on a Gothic level. It takes sometimes people years to understand they choose this and thus they can unchoose it.

For instance, did you know you really do not know someone for a full solar year? Why do you think the first anniversary is so important? Everything before that point is infatuation and not reality based. If you are lucky maybe your infatuation becomes a reality, but that is unlikely. How many times have you heard: she was not like that at first,. She would etc etc. Remember that first year is show and tell. Period. Even if this is unconscious, we do put our best foot forward when we get to know someone.

Astrologically this psychological fact works.

Think about it. You meet someone March 1. ..but you do not know that person's best friend commit suicide on Thanksgiving 21 years before, your favorite Holiday. This person doesn't discuss this event with you, for many reasons, or perhaps they do not think about IT anymore. Yet come November 1, this person becomes dark, stormy, pushing you away and that continues all month, getting worse and worse until Turkey Day...and it doesn't clear until Dec, 1. How many of you have had similar scenarios the first year?

It might take quite a few cycles to discover this has nothing to do with you, but them. Often there are more than one date that is painful in some one's history. Thus, you have to go through A complete cycle with someone.

Loving is accepting the fact that a person can and will get dark in November. if the relationship continues despite it all then after a few years, the other person might say: are you aware every November you become dark, withholding etc, or is it me and my perspective? (did you know your brother stole your stuffed donkey on thanksgiving never to give it back when you were one, leaving a sense of being threatened at Thanksgiving?). Time and caring identify these issues and help the person grow past them. This is true transformation in the face of loving acceptance. That is what love can do, it can heal. Just like that.

Is this not what love is about? what is love about for you? Are you understanding of your mate? how do you handle your needs? what are your implicit demands? please share...with birth data.

Dear Blog

2009-09-20T12:16:00.000-07:00

Dear Blog,

I have been edgy about you, especially about not attending to you. It is not that I do not love writing and sharing with all the people who read you, it is I am so overwhelmed.

Apparently we triggered a change in my practice Not only when we did the relationships series but also when I said in the last blog: I think what stops clear, open, caring communications are 1)judgment, 2)fear and/or 3)guilt. That thought brought the kind of client I love to work with. Ones that want to use their chart to illuminate their life issues from the past in order to live their present life more fully. That is the message of the doors on my website...www.jacquelineBigar.com. Have you seen it? We walk through the present door and use the past (door number 1) to illuminate the future (door number 3). Do you see the stars in three and the path?

I have been overwhelmed by the work as well as delighted. I am loving working with these sensitive caring people, who are so responsive. One said this morning:
Jacquie, I'd like to write about something else. I have been using my responses to you like journaling- meaning I have been interested in culling my current truths and exposing them to myself and you.So from the beginning I have tried to expose myself- so some of the things I write have not been comfortable to admit- but I figured why do this if I wasn't going to be as honest as I could be. I am glad of this as you have cut through more of my concerns in less time than if I'd spent a month or more seeing a therapist.

To write my blog, I have to feel that I must write and about a certain topic. I have had this compulsion often in the last month, fatigue getting the best of me. I apologize to all of you. I can say with certainty how I feel about astrology: Astrology for me is not a game where I make up rising signs or tell people what they want to hear. It is about using astrology effectively to empower the person to achieve their goals in this lifetime. Sure the process is not easy. But you will have nothing if you do not risk and illuminate issues to their fullest. Only then you can go forward

I miss you all, and hopefully I can be more fluent as I too went through a profound transformation in lifestyle, thought and clients this last month.

Jacqueline

Part 8: relationship series: communications

2009-08-15T21:16:00.000-07:00

I have waited awhile before addressing Mercury , the ruler of communications and its impact on relationships, all relationships in fact. I wanted to do some processing.

The Sun moves into the sign Virgo on August 22 a sign ruled by Mercury and in three weeks we go into a Mercury Retrograde. I can think of no more appropriate time to address this matter, especially as Mercury has a few days ago touched the degree it will retro to. I would suggest for me, I will be deeply evaluating some of the ideas I am putting forward, a couple here now, some later.

Clearly as an astrologer , I would say one person's Mercury must be in harmony with their partner's mercury. In love relationships, marriages, we always hear of the importance of communications.....

So: if you have a fire sign Mercury, your choice for excellent communications would be a fire or air sign. The same for an air sign Mercury...you would opt for an air or fire sign. Earth mMrcury would need an earth or water Mercury. Same for a water Mercury, it would need an earth or water Mercury.

Go check a friend's chart that you can brainstorm with or share openly ..where is their Mercury, where is yours? See if you have a pattern there. look at other friends' charts.

In the one realm I feel one can slide a bit with odd communications is in love relationships, Two lovers have so many other means of expressing themselves besides words, that look, or shrug. A touch or a hug. Most of us cannot behave like that with most people in our world. We have only words.

I think what stops clear, open, caring communications are 1)judgment, 2)fear and/or 3)guilt. You can shuffle these three anyway you want and cut them anyway you want. Somehow they are tied in, perhaps not altogether but at least one when you do not share, when you do not address the total situation. Think of all those times.

Ask yourself is there a judgment on your part here? fear? or guilt? You will see what I mean.

What has become clear to me is our ability to relate is directly reflective of our ability to relate to ourselves, how well we know ourselves. Also another important issue is whether we have made peace with ourselves and accepted ourselves. If one has done that, relating to another person becomes much easier.

I am going to end here but I probably will continue on a second blog on this. Let me know how you feel and think.

Fun for astrology students

2009-07-30T13:43:00.000-07:00

Many of you who are just learning astrology and get stunned/overwhelmed by aspects, houses, or how to put the chart together could enjoy this simple way of looking at a chart. It is one of the many different exercises I do on a chart, before I read a person.It is one of the first processes I teach once the planets and the signs are known and understood,

List every planet ordering them by their degrees. Thus 2 degrees will be listed before 5 degrees , 7 degrees after 5, etc. You will write down the signs and the planets as well but it will be the degree that defines their place in this particular stellar line up. Not sign or planet,

Do this with your planets. The planets, the sequence they follow explain how you face an issue, your original response. how you process to how "things" end.
I am now listing someone's planets in order of the degree:

Zero degree Mars retro in Libra
3 degree Uranus retro in Sag.
3 degree Jupiter retro in Scorpio
4 degree Venus in Aries
8 degree Mercury in Gemini
16 degree Saturn retro in Libra
17 degree Sun in Taurus
23 degree Moon in Scorpio
24 degree Pluto retro in Libra
26 degree Neptune retro in Sag

BY the way, I see some very interesting factors , that have nothing to do with the exercise I am about to do. Does anyone see some unusual features?

In general, when Mars is the first planet, the person jumps on the issue or situation nearly immediately. There is an issue here as it is a zero degree Mars and retro at that. Low degrees, especially zero in cardinal signs can cause am inept fluttering without a true commitment, Also this Mars is Retro encouraging a holding back. If I was doing this chart professionally, I would see what year of this person's like Mars went direct, as there would be a change in initial approach.

I would believe with Uranus as the next planet in the lineup, nevertheless unexpected events toss her into situations, like it or not. Then with Jupiter pushing behind this, there is this feeling of being on the right path. venus next confirms, feeling good about the choice,

Communications excel about a project, situation or person as a result of the Jupiter /Venus impact. Unfortunately there is some sobering news or the person whose planets we are eying might find out she bit off too much for her to chew. Thank you saturn. Possibility the responsibility or commitment is awesome.

The sun illuminates these feelings giving the native the strength and enthusiasm to continue. Still emotions, the moon could flux back and forth. In fact the native might feel insecure about their choice, action or commitment.

There is a need felt to process or look at the situation differently. Pluto causes this and could cause an abrupt ending too. Neptune as the last planet implies a certain confusion about what happened and why. It can also imply a very idealistic interpretation....not necessarily valid.

For this person whatever she takes on, does not flow with ease, and can be hard in ending. To internalize or process what could be gained might be close to impossible with Neptune as the last planet.

I bet some of you could do another interpretation...try it!

Part 7: transforming with your compatible relationship, fulfilling your potential individually and as a couple

2009-07-21T18:29:00.000-07:00

As we go over the many factors that are necessary to make a relationship successful, we cannot forget the human element. You can have a perfect compatibility and still not have the tie work. Why?

I suspect this would be an interesting place for you, the reader to post about the relationship that never worked. Some might say timing is an issue, and of course that is possible, if you are heading towards different life goals. Yet more often than not, one person will meander towards the other, in a good planetary compatibility. Goals make an adjustment.

As we touched on the angle of the sun and moon in the same chart , we discussed how this configuration helps determine the intimacy needs of a person. Yet often there is the untold story. We all have an inner dialogue of expectations, Whether consciously or not, we project "them-our idealized expectations" on others, especially our loved ones. Many of us come in with our stuff. "I am not good enough". "People always cheat on me". "No matter what I do, I am the victim".

These are our stories, the tales we tell ourselves about us,. The mind has an odd habit of always being right, So the person who thinks that they are always cheated upon will make sure (mind you often unconsciously) events will go that way in a relationship, whether by choosing a "cheater", or by snooping so much that our sweetie of the moment hooks up with someone, anyone someone sometimes who trusts them. Mostly all people wanted to be trusted. To be given the third degree, thus being told : you are untrustworthy makes that person want to flee. In this scenario, either way the mind is right. The mind wins. The relationship loses, but even more so the person with the inner tape loses even more.

Thus it is really important to understand your legends, your tales, your inner dialogues. Do you know them? I mean really know them? Do you understand what they are doing to your life? That recognition is step one in not making them play out...if that is your choice. Many people prefer to let the mind be right as it is scary ground to break out. Step 2is learning to look at these issues through a new perspestice. Often I refer to that as re framing. This process could also be instrumental.

I am now going to include a dialogue with a client, who gave me permission to share what occurs when one decides to truly love. here it is, Ask any and all questions. We thank you the client too.

XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Nov. 6, 2006

Client schedules reading, writing this:

My heart is deeply, passionately devoted to the person in my romantic relationship and even if I am successful at not spending my energy carelessly toward him, we are still entwined. (His heart clearly is invested and as I mentioned, he has grown quite a bit toward me -- two steps forward, one step back -- but his mind as of today is not yet able to wrap itself around the idea of being in a relationship that would require him to risk emotionally, to be completely open with himself, and to give toward the relationship growth such that it was a mutual project.

I asked the client to update you, the blog reader as to the history of this bond:We met four years ago and were bound with serious chemistry and energy. We were intimate each weekend for six months, but after that I needed more and he was not sure that he wanted more. We cooled things off and I met other people, we gradually reconnected after 9 months and got closer and then cooled things off again as it was too much for him.

At the writing of the above letter, Nov. 6, 2006 starting the reading process with jacquie, I had been living with him 3-5 days a week for over 7 months and he has yet to feel comfortable enough to come to my house. Then, it was clear from his behavior that I was giving too much -- we were not on the same page.

To jacquie, the same letter of Nov. 2006:
He since has moved in with a friend and I see him occasionally. We've smoothed things over, but I'm intent on not giving anything more than an occasional check-in. If he wants to share my time, then it's time for him to act on his feelings. I'd love to give the way I had--but I don't know how to do that without being a doormat....

Fri., Dec 1st
After my reading, letter to Jacquie. her answer:

I said: If he wants to share my time, then it's time for him to act on his feelings. I'd love to give the way I had--but I don't know how to do that without being a doormat..

1) You are not accepting him for what and who he is.

Hence he feels uncomfortable. You want him to change; you want him to grow the way you want. That isn't love. First you need to 100% accept him as who he is and you as who you are.

2) Once you are past your agenda, you can do whatever you want.
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I would let him always know how much you care for him, do whatever you want but at the same time express nicely you have some unmet needs. Explain you don't expect him to change but at some point you could jump ship, not that you will or want to but needs are needs.

This bond will flow once you do #1..this might take and needs to take several weeks if not months.

#2 is the lay of the land and reality. Period.

Thus you can be you and he can be him, but he is taking a tremendous risk by being closed, not for you to say but for him to figure out. You also need to look at past relationships...were those people closed? You need to take responsibility for choosing him because for some reason he works for you...what have you chosen in the past? What are the similarities. Instead of acting or talking out, do your personal work here and grow.

What happens is we always begin a new relationship where the other ended issue-wise, though it might not be immediately obvious, so work with these issues and evolve.

Walking on or feeling like a doormat is your issue not his. In my case...I would give him a hug and say: I thank you for being here; I am working out a lot and then DROP it.

One can say too much.

I hope this helps you. Go within you for answers, not outward.
Love,
Jacquie

Dec 1st
That was very, very helpful Jacquie. It makes much better sense now.

I now feel sorry that I have been not accepting him for who he is. It's very clear now that I have had an agenda: opening him up. But right, that's not love. Furthermore, it's not my job, and it's not fair to him and anyway he can only do it himself and on his own course at that. I will try to absorb all that you've explained and turn within to work on these issues. It's also reassuring to hear that relationships such as ours can work themselves out. I know I have a lot of work myself to do.

Fri Dec 1st
Good it meant something to you. I knew you would grasp it.

It is a struggle to learn to love that way but from what I gather that is how successful relationships work.

Don't feel bad. Feel special that you will be able to do this. How few people are capable of looking at themselves with this honesty.

Love,
Jacquie

PS Worry less about Aries...and more about you right now.
Let's get you whole.

Love,
Jacquie

Dec, 14
Letter to Jacquie with her response to mine:

You'd be proud of me today. I was feeling tempted to visit Mr. Aries (I hadn't seen him for a week), but I knew that I really shouldn't go, so I told my friend C to slap me--so to speak--and that helped boost my spine; knowing that I told him, I knew that that would keep me from driving to Mr. Aries’s place...sort of like confession.

Jacquie:

If you really want to go, go.

But do it for you, not for him. Not to make him happy or closer but because it knocks your socks off to see him.

Client (June 2007):

It's amazing how much things take time. Not just relationship dynamics, but even to learn something for or about oneself.

I feel (or rather, I'm quite certain) that I have known about my tendencies in relationships and various issues that I have been working on, and I will recognize them, and learn and grow for a little while, and then it's as if a slow-creeping film seems to grow over my consciousness (or my objectivity) and I find myself in the same (but usually less problematic) situation.

Then I re-learn the problems and issues, and I grow a little bit more, and then I gradually, unknowingly, slip back into the old pattern. It's usually a result of personal, human wants, especially when they are motivated by desire and sex...I clearly have a pattern with emotionally unavailable (or closed-up) men that stems from my relationship to my dad. I also have abandonment issues related to him.

Jacquie's comment:

Be thankful for Mr. Aries as he is helping you work out your issues. You never can stop the feelings from coming up but you will catch them, and put them to bed. You will also have the choice between reaction and response. Mr. Aries would not be in your life or be intriguing without those issues and it is okay.

To be present, one cannot get into one's issue but simply let them flow through us.

Jacquie

Clientlast month, letter to jacquie:

Three more years later, and three years into knowing and growing together with this person, I have a beautiful, loving relationship.

It is not typical -- It is a deeply loving and mutually respecting and enriching relationship. I used to think that I wanted to be partners/companions in the usual sense, but when I realized how much I loved him and how different we were, it became apparent (through your guidance) that none of those expectations mattered.

Our relationship is and will be whatever it is or will be and is as much as we make it through our acceptance of each other. I am so thankful for what we have. I would not trade this for marriage in the books or according to how most people think relationships should look like (because, of course, we already now have what most people want out of a marriage--connection heart to heart, where it counts).

From Jacquie:

My expectation here is that these two will be living together in the not so far future. What my client wanted as a picture will be a reality.

"Mr. Aries" has become natually more open with the love and acceptance of the client. Mr Aries trusts client and 100% accepts and love the client too.

Both people have worked through that strong compatibility they had/have to grow and transform themselves. Thus their relationship works.

The purpose of a relationship: the composite chart (part 6: relationship series)

2009-07-17T17:05:00.001-07:00

I like to use the composite chart to determine the answer to that question. That type of chart is based on the midpoints of both people's planets and ascendant. The purpose is determined by the whole complexion of the new chart but also where the composite sun falls in the chart and its aspects.

Sometimes, more times than not, even with the most difficult relationships, the people involved breath a deep sigh of relief with that knowledge. It seems to free up the person or couple. Sometimes a lot of the tension within a relationship is about where are we going? what is the purpose of this bond? is this short term? or long term? (which translates to: I am scared to be vulnerable)

Last year, I had a very upset client about a break up in her relationship. I knew that was short term as they broke up during the Mercury RX.( They did not meet on a Mercury RX, thus a break up is close to imposiible on a Mercury Rx) i gave her the frameword for his return-date but also the purpose of the relationship...which was clearly marriage. She stopped and looked at me. How can you say that?

I have an invitation to their wedding on my desk. She wrote me a little note. Thank you, with the information you gave me, I was able to relax and relate...Look where I am!

Also composite charts are excellent for diagnosising a problem in a relationship or rather confirming what is happening, and how long the problem will be an issue. This study has to be done on top of a full compatibility to make sense but works for the return client that already has had that work done.

Last and not least, the composite is excellent for group endevaors, revealing their destiny too.

Relationships: The importance of a Jupiter tie --Part 5

2009-07-13T15:33:00.000-07:00

THE ROLE OF JUPITER IN RELATIONSHIPS

We have discussed the following:

1. the role of the individuals Sun and Moon in defining intimacy needs.

2. the importance of the Sun and Moon dancing with our sweetie's Sun and Moon.

3. the role of Mars and Venus

4. Saturn ties

5. Solstice ties as hooks.

6. love of the life progression

If you have not read the blogs containing this information, just scroll past Eclipse Frenzy to discover the series.

Today I am going to discuss the importance of a Jupiter connection.

A relationship flourishes if Jupiters aspect each other. That generally means the type of "fun" you both choose will work well together. One does not want one's mate to have for instance a Jupiter in Scorpio while the other has a Jupiter in Sag,. For sure, the Jupiter in Scorpio will rain on the Jupiter in Sag parade. Look at the Jupiter placements you have had in past and present relationships. See how they fit.

If one person's Jupiter touches the others Sun, Moon, or Venus, there is a deep sense of connection that translates into the Jupiter person being protective of the other. That same Jupiter person is lucky for the other too. An innate flow of positive feelings with well aspected Jupiters makes it is easier to get over a relationship's bumps.

In a marriage, if it is going to be a "fertile" one, Jupiter needs to aspect the other's Moon. Venus and mercury could work though might not be as strong.

Last but not least, there is nothing better than Jupiters in the same sign, conjunction each other. Jupiter returns to the same sign every 12-13 years. This tie sometimes explains relationships with many years apart, different generations but both parties are very happy.

Start sharing with your Jupiter and its sign and where a sweetie's has been or is....

I am still trying to get this blog template tamed. Comments showing up at the top sorry.

ECLIPSE FRENZY: WHERE IS THE POPCORN?

2009-07-05T19:33:00.000-07:00

Remember the movie or movies when an eclipse occurs and the primitive people of that film script think the world is ending? Sometimes when I see people upset with the knowledge but not the understanding of an eclipse, I am reminded of those scenes. The sky darkens, the winds etc.. Yes, the world is ending.

Eclipses really are no big deal unless one of your planets is hit by them and within 2 degrees. That is where it ends and begins. So pull back if you are nervous about the eclipse on July 7 or July 22. We are looking at a Lunar eclipse at 15 Capricorn (impacting 13 Cancer or Capricorn to 17 Cancer/Capricorn ) Translation: this is a Full Moon eclipse, so Full Moon energy will add to the impact of the eclipse that day, or days around it.

Eclipses tend to drain energy from people the day before and the day. Lunar eclipses, I have been told will impact you physically less if you eat food grown in the earth on the days around the eclipse. Bring on the potatoes...

Eclipses are about conjunctions and oppositions. Those planets hit in conjunction and opposition are most likely to be hit with the 2 degree range and this is a large orb. Trust me, as one who has worked with eclipses on people's chart a lot.

A lunar eclipse July 7, 2009 timing is as follows: the first week, one gets an idea of the area impacted. one month, some of the story is revealed , however the whole complete tale will not be understood or completed for 18 months. Decisions made about how this stellar will impact you if you have a close hit cannot even be made , considering the multiple interpretations possible for a sign, planet and transit. A clue as well-what looks bad rarely turns out that way in hindsight. The events as the eclipse is a Full Moon manifestation tend to be emotional, revolving around the nature of the planet hit.

A solar eclipse which will occur on July 22 impacts career, men, energy and identity. This is a conjunction eclipse. How it will impact those who have planets from the 28 Cancer/Capricorn to 2 Leo/Aquarius access will follow this timing: 1 week, 1 month, 3 months, 6 months and a year. At one week the happenings start unfurling. You get a clue at what might be going down in 1 month. It will take the whole 12 months for the story to complete.

Do eat around the Solar Eclipse foods grown in the sun, oranges etc. So those of you who do not have planets from 13 Cancer/Capricorn to 17 Cancer/Capricorn or 28 Cancer/Capricorn to 2 Leo/Aquarius can now go off and eat your popcorn (excuse me, orange). Watch, but be involved? no.

The bottom line even an astrologer unless very psychic and highly trained may not be able to zero on what will happen. As an aside, those born on New Moons and Full Moons usually will feel the energy the most if their planets are hit. Ascendants are included in eclipse hits.

Relationships..the role Saturn plays..Part 3

2009-06-30T14:46:00.000-07:00

I am going to discuss the endurance quality in a relationship. For a marriage or long term union, there needs to be a Saturn tie. I can hear all of you screaming..." SATURN"....yes, my dear astrology buffs, Saturn.

Saturn represents responsibility and endurance, which one needs for a long term commitment. It shows the ability to stand behind the feelings, nice thoughts and words. It can test your bond too, If someone gets married with Saturn transiting the marriage house, it could be close to impossible to really break the tie. I know one person who divorced anyway with a Saturn tie, but they remain honestly best friends now, and their children have grown up.

In looking at 2 charts, at least one of the person's Saturn must oppose/conjunct the others luminaries, or the ruler of the chart. It needs to be a hard hit.

Many in my generation have Saturn in Leo and I am an Aquarius. Many of the people even friends since I was six, have Saturn opposing my sun. Believe me these people can give me a lot of grief, questioning my decisions, etc. In the long run it is good and helps me.I believe my ffriends are coming from a good spot.

Another end result is the ability to listen at criticism without being defensive as I am very used to it. It just means from their perspective how they see something, not necessarily how it is. People criticize what they judge as faults or weaknesses they have within...if they did not have that sensitivity, they would never criticize or be bothered by that action, habit or whatever. In fact, listen next time without reacting to the words when some one challenges or criticizes you. They are speaking about themselves.

Trust me though next life time, I will not come back as a sign opposing my immediate contemporaries Saturn. No..No.

Take a peak at a long term bond in your life and see where each of your Saturns are...then post.

A discussion -relationships Part 2

2009-06-27T19:19:00.000-07:00

In the first blog on relationships, I discussed the need for the sun and moon of one's chart to resonate with the other person's chart. We had examples of when they did and when they did not. Clearly forever relationships need that tie.

There was another issue that came up, to see that the intimacy needs were similar, and that also was revealed through the sun and moon within one's own chart.
For sure, if you need space and freedom, having a partner who wants to hold hands and be together all the time is a sure route to a separation.

The next . In a similar way to the Sun and Moon, there needs to be Venus and Mars involved. A Pluto touch adds intensity. So now we are at a point where we can view the sexuality.

Nothing can replace good chemistry and some relationships never lose it years into the bond. Chemistry really is the glue.

So who is willing to put up their stats with a relationships? it can even be a past one..

A discussion about relationships: part 1

2009-06-20T15:49:00.001-07:00

Relationships, relationships and relationships are the only words I am hearing from clients. No wonder with the present mars /venus conjunction in sensual Taurus and the Venus retro earlier this year. Thinking about relating is what we are supposed to be doing.

A client asked me today: can one be free and relate?

To me who loves her freedom more than anything, I thought that was an interesting question. I answered: the possibility lies in meeting someone who has the same juggling of freedom and relating. Why? I asked With a twinkle in her eye, she gave me her new beau's birth data.

Our relationship capacity and needs are defined by the luminaries, the sun and moon, and in that definition comes the words intimacy, abuse , defensive ,open...and many more..

These traits are so locked in your natal chart,that a good astrologer can tell you the nature of the relationship you are in, what the issues are without the other party's chart. When I sometimes do that type of glance in a reading not involving the relationship or without the other party's data , the client asks: if you can do that, why do astrologers use synastry and composites? Great question. I will be dealing with that in the follow up blogs part 2, and part 3.

Compatibility is such an interesting word as its meaning varies from couple to couple , person to person and astrologer to astrologer. No one can define compatibility for anyone, unless they understand what the person being read needs , which once more goes back to the Natal Chart, and most importantly the sun and moon.

I often hear that progressions are where it is at. I can promise you one thing, if something is going to happen, it has to be in the Natal chart to become even a possibility.

The one progression I do use with relationships or someone seeking a relationship is the one that determines when and if you are going to meet the love of your life. Sadly in some charts it never occurs. This has convinced me that anyone fortunate enough to have this progression in their chart needs to be thankful, for that experience.

One client who had this progression happening, met the love of her life. She feel madly in love with him and years later the couple still coo like lovebirds..but getting there..ouch.

She and He had many relationship issue preventing intimacy. They were hell on wheels with each other for roughly 8 years.( I know. It was wild reading them during this period) Eventually they decided no longer to break up as they always went back together. Then they started to work through their issues. Now they just accept and love each other to pieces. Acceptance is true love you know, not wanting to change the person but loving them as they are.

So I ask you what would the love of your life look like?

I am sure what you would tell me would be different than what another person might say. Therefore, the importance of sun(man) and moon (woman)in the natal chart.

In how those two planets interact one can read the relationship history, and if you are in a relationship presently. Astrologers can see your intimacy needs through a complete study of the moon and sun and their interaction.The Moon is also Mom and the Sun is also Dad. In the same study, we learn the interactions of the parents, as to how the child now grownup whose chart viewed their relationship.

Yesterday a client told me how very depressed she was. Then her marriage came up where there was heavy abuse, physical and mental. (She is leaving the bond).
She discussed how her therapist asked if she was abused. She said, no never. My Dad and Mom never even spanked me.

She looked at me with a curious expression...like why? I explained to her we model off our parents' relationship. Their interaction is what we come to think of as loving. She got quiet and said. DAD slugged Mom nearly every night, until one day, I was 10, she took a frying pan...

So: her work will be learning that loving which had been the parents model was not necessarily really love as many define it or how she "mentally" want to picture love. People have a very hard time moving from being attracted to the type who can provide a mimic of the parents' bond. it can happen, and it is hard work.

This is only step one in astrology and relationships. The next post we will go over some of the techniques used by astrologers.. and why they are used. I might put in a couple of mine too.

Let's discuss the love of your life. is he here? or what would you imagine him to be? let's make this blog real to you, rather than interesting words. The first step is in sharing, "for better or for worse"....

Never and I do mean never underestimate Neptune, with a little help from his friends, Jupiter and Chiron.

2009-06-15T10:50:00.000-07:00

Please note the date of my last blog, and please note the topic.

Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Neptune...consider the retrograde on May 28.
When I think of Neptune, I smile because of the dimension, this planet adds in our lives.

I smile? Have I lost my mind?
Little did I have a clue that I was going to get the Neptunian clobber of a life time. Perhaps, that is an exaggeration. Let's try; the strongest Neptunian hit I have every experienced.

Somehow, stupid me, felt somewhat immune to these transits at my wizen age. Neptune rarely hits me hard.. Wrong again. Astrology has a way of ringing the door bell, whenever we make those type of assumptions. It broke down my front door literally and figuratively.

By last night, I was about to contact Elsa, of Elsa, Elsa and Astro Dispatch to scream help. Elsa and I see eye to eye in areas many people, past astrologers do not. We can talk without mincing words. I didn't call rather...

In my Nepotunian haze, I poured a glass of wine, and thought: These events only have the attachment I put on them and nothing more. Neptune hits again in my thinking.

To preface what happened, and certainly i will not reveal all :> , I need to explain that I have a predominant Neptune in my chart. It is in mutual reception with my venus in my career house, lives in my Fifth House and is part of a Yod (Finger of God .translation: anything that can happen will!..forgive me-it is part of our life lessons learning how to adjust to not necessarily congruent energy).

On May 27, the day of the last blog, my world felt perfect. Between us guys that usually spells trouble.

On May 28, my site got hacked unknown to me. Neptune went retrograde.
On May 29, I started to get client emails to the effect..they could not get into my site.."what did you do?" I heard about a Trojan worm. Then the rogue site message- I kept sending them on to my webmaster, knowing full well I am a novice in this area.

That same day, I went out to several servers and put in my name..to find out...I was not only a ghost site, but also with shadow somethings...and be aware of entry, rogue ...

I am an Aquarian. The words ghost, rogue and shadow do not displease me. I like the mystical mischievous connotations....I sat there in a Neptunian haze, glossing over all this and dreamily thought: I have been called worse.

Then in a moment of lightening clarity, I thought OMG!!!! I sent what I found to my webmaster who of course is another Aquarian and cannot find out what is wrong.

May 31, in the late day, the webmaster declares: you have been hacked.

Dreamily I ask: why? Then smacked by reality, I think: why, you ask why? who cares? get it handled,. She assured me that it was handled, but remember she too is an Aquarian not seeing straight either , helped along by Neptune and his friends..

Meanwhile my personal life takes twists and turns that no one could of foreseen, and my friends, Neptune is in the sign of friendship, conjuncting Jupiter (a lot of) with chiron (healing). ..decide to more or less move in with me to protect me and make sure nothing gets more out of control in my personal life. (and believe me events there were stunning, coming in from left field)

A week later,I love them dearly, but my home is now tipsy turvy, and I am behind the ape ball with work, and when they leave late Saturday night, June 6 , I thank them profoundly for everything, explaining I have major deadlines, so please, I need to work Sunday and perhaps forever to make them.

It was a grand old time with my friends, sponsored by Neptune. The party was so good, they re-appeared, the following day, and then the following day etc. I am still one week and 2 days later, cleaning.

After I barely made my deadlines late Monday, I realized something else. I had not had email off my site since I was hacked. OH DEAR. genius here says: this is trouble.

I try to contact my server. I have been chasing them around for awhile, trying to get a bill (also Neptune here) and low and behold the Neptunian fog subsides, and they appear. Thank Goodness. I see help..

Over 12,000 html coding errors, etc,,email issues beyond the imagination....

Clients and once more friends helped. They emailed me from my site. ..if they could. but Yahoo people could not. This realization came yesterday with Jupiter going Retrograde, one of Neptune's pals.

We are still correcting. .

I have had some splashing side effects too. The funniest is when doing a search for my site in Yahoo, this past Saturday, Sunday and today you find me, but oh oh...oils for enhancement---- and items for enlarging....(use your imagination),. Pray Neptune makes that vanish. I am doing my best to help here.

Amplify that story about 4 times, and you have my life for the last 2 weeks.

Still no email..

I can be reached at JacquelineBigar@aol.com.

I will pop in a phone number on this blog Thursday after installation.

Long term, I need to rethink Neptune, how to harness its energy, and reframe much like the discussion in my blogs of the last six months about Venus, and Pluto.

At the moment, I am detaching, and reframing.
The problem lies there I suddenly becomes so neptunian....(detachment is supposedly the answer with Neptune....)

Ah, My thoughts are meaningless and I only draw what I want from these situations....our past colors our present, so we cannot now see the now....

Neptune...consider the retrograde on May 28.(2009)

2009-05-27T17:26:00.000-07:00

When I think of Neptune- I smile because of the dimension this planet adds to our lives.

Neptune bestows a magical quality to artists, composers and writers. They nearly seem to channel their masterpieces during active Neptunian transits. Their work with the help of Neptune seems to just come through them.

I know several writers who have produced books of excellence when Neptune frolicked actively in their chart. The books appear out of nowhere. One writer said after the transit to me.."I really do not remember writing this book, and I really am not sure where I got the information". Another writer could not spell during such a transit: "was spelling all that important, after all?".

Neptune stimulates imagination which is a terrific gift to creative people, but there is the another side of imagination,- delusions. Often during strong Neptune transits or if there is a strong natal Neptune placement, people's normal shades turn to a rosy pink hue, distorting the situation, person or nearly anything and all in their life. This can be an exciting transit too when one runs around the world wearing rose colored shades.

Relationships begun with this planet active can be ultimately romantic but also very ethereal. Sometimes one does not see the other person for who they are, but only as they want to.

I remember one woman who lost much of her vocabulary during a strong Neptune transit. She did not hear the gentleman she was about to date say : I am a womanizer (her friends did). Yet when it was brought up to her, she a Literature teacher said: I do not know what a womanizer is, really...I think it is..... When this gentleman was described as sleazy....she asked: sleazy-what is that? I kid you not. She knew before Neptune hit.

More often associated with Neptune and you can see why logically is deception, but I ask you who is deceiving who in the above situation. The person who will not hear the clues? or the new person on the scene? Of course it can be both ways, so one cannot be too careful with people we become involved with during active Neptune transits.

Neptune allows us to expand our vision, and because drugs can make someone feel as if they can see way beyond. Drugs also are associated with this planet. Alcohol as well is associated Neptune, liquids are in general- think Neptune King of the Sea. Some people use liquor to help them deal with the long term results of wearing rose colored glasses , disillusionment or "reality".

Neptune is usually hanging close to personal natal planets with addictions. You can bet on that and it makes sense. Imagine the disillusionment when one finds out our sweetie is nothing less than a frog or frogela? Who wouldn't want a drink? Imagine the feeling of having channeled a painting and no longer having that sense of oneness? One might be prone to dropping some drugs. But that is not to say those experiencing Neptune transits are addicts, though indulgences as mentioned might be associated with the transit.

Often people born with a strong Neptune placement want to help and save. They are healers. It is said Jesus Christ' real birthday is during the period when the sun is in Pisces. Also great deceivers and illusionists more often than not are born with strong Neptunes too.

I would believe the one common quality Neptune has in all situations is ethereal boundaries. Where are they?

This planet that could evoke responses as mentioned above is about to slow down and go retrograde.

Take a deep breath.

Neptune is in Aquarius (we are going to forget conjuncting Chiron and Jupiter for the moment). May 28, it waves and disappears into a fog, in nearly fugue state. yes, it will go retrograde then.

Yes again, do run for your charts, and see what is happening in the area where Neptune is, where Aquarius lies in your chart, but then because it is Neptune , its ramifications could be difficult to determine...all being vague. It is on my mercury... can you tell?

Are you thinking about your relationship? or the one that broke up?

2009-05-13T10:16:00.000-07:00

Join the crowd.

I am inundated in the last few weeks with clients trying to deal with relationship issues. I believe they were triggered by Venus retrograde. I am seeing a lot of people using this Mercury Retrograde well. Like looking at what was going with them and their relationship, issues brought up by Ms. Venus latest jig.

Looking within and understanding is a perfect pastime for a Mercury RX. Anything with a past oriented seems to work. I usually tell people when a Mercury Retro hassle appears on the horizon, don't play fireman fixing it, rather see how you could of prevented it.Learn for the future. PS.. No signing contracts....buying cars, unless you like lemons... Don’t even dream of it!

What I love about Mercury Retrogrades is that people from the past pop into your life. It is also a great time to heal a relationship, if one gives up pointing fingers and taking responsibility. The excuse "I will do it but he or she won’t" is just that an excuse. Interestingly if one person stops certain behavior, it forces the other to focus on their role. It just takes one person to start changing a relationship.

I have seen quite a few relationships blow with the Venus Retrograde. Now both parties are trying to understand their role in the problem. Good chance the bonds will go back together, if each understands their role in the breakup.

It amazes me how few couples really share and speak to each other. It also amazes me how little people are willing to look at their role and make personal changes, which can only help them as well as the relationship. Who wants to stay the same? How boring.

No surprise there are many levels of relating. Many people would rather not work on their stuff, using excuses, thus keeping their bond superficial. No surprise, relationships cannot really hold for this type of personality. They often are serially monogamous., What does happen is the next relationship begins where the other left off, dealing with that same issue. One cannot escape forever facing one’s demons. One can try but it cannot happen.

I love my space but I also love the closeness of sharing. Just the same you will not see me in matching tee shirts with my sweetie 24/7 holding hands, as cute as that couple might appear...I can understand wanting and enjoying that type of closeness. I have one friend who is like that with her husband,. She is very happy. I would be miserable in that type of bond.

What kind of relationship works for you? That is the first step in making one work for you. Do you see a pattern? Do you want to change your pattern? Mercury Retros are perfect for such discussions..., especially one after a Venus Retro. Anyone want to share?

what is bad? what is good?

2009-04-26T17:25:00.000-07:00

There is a lot to worry about in this world, from whether your job will be there tomorrow or will you come down with the swine flu. Of course add in some pirates. And don't forget the Mexican Drug Cartel waging war in some of our cities. You could get shot walking down the street in a gang warfare moment. Now these are problems. Maybe.

My problem this week was my computer, as I am writing, "it" decides..to start writing backwards. I assure you I did not tell my computer to do this. It did it on its own. I am convinced that computers are their own entities. At least my computers always have been and are. As I was writing "and" and it became "dna", I wonder -am I getting a message from the ethers?..but what? I looked to the sky--oops ceiling.

I went shortly (yltrohs just for your information) to search what could cause this problem...of course everything I entered in the search engine would not work. it was backwards.

Then the scroll function would not work, not to mention oh well. DR Bigar decided she had a computer virus, so with the mouse, she went to check, "it-the computer" was updated. At that point, the mouse function vanished. I tried restore. Ah ha that worked! 5 minutes later.......oops became spoo

I bought a new computer. To find out it was a problem with the logitech software for the keyboard and mouse. I am mentioning this so- should you ever have that happen, you know what to do. Throw your computer out the window--no, don't. But I sure felt like it.

What is bad? what is good?

Usually I look at these terms as relative. I wonder about those who classify their lives in these terms, bad-good, black-white. That would mean your universe would be defined in those terms. I am always reminded of this when a client says: is that bad? or : it is good, isn't it?

If you read this blog with some frequency, you know I feel how we talk reflects how we think, how we think is how we define our experience. If you feel like a victim your world will be defined in those terms. "See what he did to me". If you believe there is nothing you cannot do, you could become a veritable superman or woman. So how we think is probably the most instrumental part of our lives and our existence.

I try to experience rather than define, but trust me, I do categorize issues, projecting "my stuff" into it. It is hard not to. It is important
at least to be aware of how our words and thoughts do define our universe.

Hence the power of reframing. Trying to look at a situation in a different way. How many if you practice this art? I have done a blog on this about a year ago, but if you are not liking a situation, try it. A great way to start is: when wondering why someone did something, and you KNOW. You just know. (that means probably you are projecting and putting your stuff into the explanation). Time to reframe. How about coming up with 10 other reasons someone would do it, using my example but it could be anything. After you do this exercise several times, you will begin to see the power of your thoughts. Reframing empowers.

That locking in occurs often with astrology and those interperting it. The truth be told, there are so many different interpertations to any aspect, planet, house. Teaching a class , I often suggest people look up as many interpertations for what it could mean. So for fun, let's try 8th house...what is it to you? can you come up with more interpertations if you look around(sure you can). Find as many interpertations as possible, For one it is like death issues, getting down to the real essence of life-a lot of what people are dealing with today.

In the same vein, I have learned that many people feel that had a horrible childhood, worse than many. I think it is interesting to hear how bad it is, for that bad helps me see the profoundity and depth of their experiences. On the other hand, for many, it is the same ..the bad feels the same...whether Daddy always took your lollipos or whether you experience violence in some form. The pain is the same.

I often walk a very tight line with these issues, wanting to help a client gain a perspective but not wanting to minimize their experience.

This week I saw in my clients a lot of anxiety, which I believe is a reason for many to turn to astrology. To find out what will happen, so they can let go of that nervous pit in their stomach. There is a lot of anxiety out there. I mean after all a pirate could get you at any time. I am making light, but I am serious. it is a scary world to many. To some, though: it is. Simply that.

Once more I am doing the Course in Miracles, It teaches one to void our attachments and perceptions. It teaches trust. I used to find this hard. It is getting easier and easier now to clear and trust. I often send to my clients not only the tape of the reading, but also, if I feel they will benefit, the Course in Miracles.
One says: here is your next year. The other says: experience, do not attach,do not read in to anything, Trust in a higher power. Quite the opposite but the same. Looking for the power to live one's life well....It is there. Trust.

What next? Saturn: trick or treat?

2009-04-18T09:47:00.000-07:00

I just love it when my son, who is smart enough not to declare himself a cynic about astrology, calls me. We will have a lengthy talk. At the very end, or what I believe is the end- especially if there is uproar in his life, he asks: so Mom, what went retrograde or hit my chart? Come on, Ma please tell me.....please. (my cynic :>)

He has been very tuned in since I pointed out to him roughly 16 years ago that he felt Mercury Retrogrades acutely that is from from Mommy's observation. He like me has much uproar in his life because of the construction of his chart, He sort of walks through it all, shoving it aside.not losing focus...like someone walking through a field of corn, pushing his way through to the end.

We had just this type of conversation with this Past Venus Retrograde.

Certainly the sky has provided much excitement for awhile. Probably many of you feel as if it is one transit or hit after another, while others reading this might be scratching their head, saying: huh? Again it boils down to your personal chart how you feel/integrate a transit as well as your mental outlook.

I find myself thinking a lot about Saturn lately. It will go direct next month,May 16 for the last time in Virgo or rather not to be repeated for roughly 26 years. This planet will formally leave the sign Virgo to enter Libra Halloween 2009(or the day before depending where you live).

Virgos gets the trick or treat of this planet, and Libras are about to "get it".. I personally have had many visions of Libras in my life and what will happen when Saturn touches their sun. I am not totally comfortable with this planet in that sign-but that is another blog.

Virgos, or let us say the "mature" Virgos could have felt some early slaps from Saturn in the area where they might have needed to focus on. Others felt the loss of a situation, or a friendship, and some simply let go of the status quo which was not working for them.

Do not kid yourself, VIRGO. These events were a presentation of Saturn, producer and director and you were but the mere actor in this scenario. If you learned "your lesson" karmically speaking, Saturn though weighty, brought better circumstances though they also entailed greater responsibility. Many Virgos have gracefully met their destiny on some level.

If you are a stubborn Virgo, ..is there such a breed of cat?- you might not have yet found Saturn's reward. Please take my advice, do stop and think about what this transit has manifested in your life.

Work with its energy rather than fight it. This reflection is imperative, so you can greet its treats before it is too late. You might be able to resist the planet's energy this time, but at what cost? You will find out in 6 years when Saturn takes up residence in Sagittarius. Now that could be a real "OUCH"!

I feel it is a good use of astrology to understand what a planet offers and not to fight its energy.

This last tour is important to all Virgos and other charts where this transit activated alot. For many ,the end will be smooth if you have done your work.

However as always with the last round, if you have not received Saturn's message, you will get its knockout punch in the next half of the year. It will be hard and strong. All it is trying to do is say: come on...play with me.

Be smart, play and learn.

The bad and the good of a transit

2009-03-25T15:55:00.001-07:00

I started to share on my blog before the last one, how one can toy or play with a transit. I want to continue that dialogue.

First one must really understand one's chart and have history, your personal history as to what a transit brings in a keyspot. If you like the results, let it be. If you don't, then read on.

I have a Moon Pluto in Leo which is exact. It is in my third house. This natal combo can be read in many ways. Pluto also rules Scorpio and conjunct my Moon adds some Scorpion flavor. It is psychic ability, it is a difficult childhood , it is a lot else. How it plays out in a chart, depends on the chart and the innate personality skills someone has. So here is a variable.

I often discuss the transit of Jupiter like the candies "Good and Plenty". For the most part they are pink and white, sometimes one gets a black one. The black one is to help the person release an issue or point to an issue that needs to be processed.

When Jupiter hit my Moon/Pluto, I got raped everytime until my mid 30"s, I decided then to change what happened. Moon Pluto caused a lot of intense feelings and processing. When feelings build, I could not hold them back. I felt as if I was about to explode.

Looking at that Moon Pluto and the repeating event, i realized this event occurred to make me look at some very basic issues which i would prefer not to look at... in my life. It forced a transformation as Moon Pluto dictates. I decided the next round in my 40's I would do the transformation before the hit. As a result when I did an Insight transformational Seminar.Also a Moon Pluto is cleaning house thoroughly, getting rid of "junk" also on the practical level...I tossed items I never used. Boy was I busy and I rid my house of "junk".

Though I had a break in and robbery the first time, I was delighted, better the house than me! I could deal with that. I repeated the same in my 50's when Jupiter arrived on my Moon Pluto. I did a workshop , cleaned my house---as before...and low and behold..NOTHING happened. Apparently I had dealt with my issues that the Moon Pluto were representative of.

So in here lies the power of free will with the understanding of astrology. One must understand all the different interpertations for the natal configuration, see what history has brought each time a transit occured. Decide if there was a corrleation, then study the transit and see what other possibilities they are.

Is there a transit you are having trouble with, and have had before? Now is the time to 'fess up. let's talk.

The birth chart of Twitter.....

2009-03-22T14:19:00.000-07:00

For months now since Twitter became the preference of many public figures as far as mini blogging and the new media, I have been asking everywhere for its birthdata. How did I hear about Twitter? My son put it to me like this over 2 1/2 years ago: Twitter or else.......

Since I really did not like his "or else", I went yes, I will twitter...asking myself: why do i want to twitter? I also learned to Pownce though I had a natural affinity for Twitter as it was just easier.

For months I have been looking for the birthdate of Twitter. You know Twitter is a cultural revoolution when Senators during the President address in Congress, are twittering comments on what Obama said. (why does the senators. behavior remind me of bad boys in a class..?). Everyone and their uncle is twittering now...even John MacCain.

March 21 Twitter celebrated its birthday. Happy Birthday! Twitter was born that day, 2006. the company that owns it incorporated then. The ensueing astrological chart with a dawn birthtime has a MOON/Pluto conjunction in Sag and in the ninth house.

The area that Pluto touches will dramtically alter our lives. Some people are afraid of change, as it is unpredictable, but the Twitter story reminds us how dynamic Pluto is. The Ninth House is higher communications...understanding, the ability to detach, publishing , etc. The Moon would be the US add an emotional delight in using Twitter,changing the very face of communications. IF YOU live in another country that is not Cancerian like the US, it means that Twitter would appeal to the essence of people and change the way they expressed itself. That Moon makes for its appeal. Pluto for its transformation.

Also as important is the Aries Sun. March 21 is the first day of Spring. When working with astrology, March 21 is zero to one degree Aries. This is where or the point where the zodiac begins. Wherever Aries is in your chart, whatever house is a primary motivation, or one of the more important areas of your life. (She is hearing people doing ALT-Tab to look at their charts!).

Alone being born on that day of zero to one Aries promises significance.

I could go far more deeply into Twitter for astrology buffs, but I also want to obtain times of birth if possible..and the day and time it went live. the apparent day is July 15, 2006. Odd enough, Twitter went live on a mercury retro, a real taboo with any form of communication. In fact, reading the blog of someone present when the switch was pushed, there was a last minute bug. Twitter also has had its share of technical problems looking back.

If any of you can fill the gaps with the birthdata...it would be most appreciated.

Life cycles and Venus retrograde

2009-03-17T11:24:00.000-07:00

A salient feature of "the study of astrology" is that it infuses our lives with a sense of cycles.

I think initially many people studying astrology are looking for answers to their lives and relationships. Some actually might even have a mild case of anxiety neurosis. Certainly knowing what is going to happen next can be a relief, in this world of rapid changes seasoned by chaos.

There is a huge problem coming in to the study with that focus( and believe me in my teens studying astrology I was there) and that is the issue of our own mental filters. We can only see what we believe possible or what our mind can come up with.

Life is bigger than that. Also, when seeking answers or in a study steming from fear, one will project one's agenda into the interpertaion. Also with all the interpertations out there, we will choose the one that fits our projection. Our mental filters are at work!

Here lies the best reason for a professional astrologer. You could go off and create quite a scenario, from your mental framework. Mind you, this is normal. But if you care about the quality of the interpertation and your life , YOU will not touch your chart. If you care about your sanity and well being, you will NOT touch your chart. What one is creating is more of the same, or extending your personal psychology into the chart, preventing new doors from openning up. Life is about possibilities, not limitations.

On the same level, an astrologer is only as good as their life experiences. No one can see something they cannot even think about. On the negative, an astrologer can project their views, fears and opinions onto your chart coloring it as well. So be careful in your choice of astrologer. It is way too easy to hook up with an astrologer who looks at life just like you. That would be: oh so comfortable.

What I love about astrology is that it does illuminate our life stages. Stages do not end when we are through the terrible twos! Most of us know that, especially if exposed to Gail Sheeye's work, Passages and Passages 2. We it appears are always in a phase...even at 100. A good astrologer will be your astrological Gail Sheeye. A good astrologer will present the transit, its potential, and the world of doors and possibilities it opens up.

In each cycle, there is potential-enormous potential. How we deal with this potential depends on what our minds can grasp and how we handle energy. Here lies the element of free choice. Remember to welcome someone , astrologer or not who challenges your views. often these people are treated as the enemy as they shake up our arrangement of life. In essence, they see life far differently. We have a lot to learn from this person.Respect differences.

I am, eyeing this Venus Retrograde in terms of life cycles. The reason I have gone to that perspective is that I am experiencing it so differently than in the past.

When i was a teenager, Venus Retro was always a heart attack about to happen about a relationship. When I was in my twenties, Venus Retro was always a heart attack about to happen about a relationship. In my thirties, Venus Retro wasalways a heart attack about a relationship.

In my fourties, true to my style, I decided ENOUGH.

I decided to toy with Venus retrograde.

I started a relationship on a Venus Retro (generally a no-no) to find myself madly in love to have the bond explode within weeks of when Venus went direct, Well that did not work.
I decided to change my look during a Venus Retro. UGH. What a disaster!
I paid bills on one, sending them before the funds were there (I had direct deposit)-- well, the direct deposit did not happen as every other time, and I bounced every check. (I believe Mercury was at work too), You name it, I did it.

I still take a deep breath when I know Venus Retrograde is heading in. as I have Venus on the top of my chart....the apex planet to a Yod. If you do not know what that means, don't worry about it. I don't anymore.

I did notice old lovers returning. How fun! I saw many different results.

It is said in astrology, the more evolved one becomes, the less likely an event will occur on a significant transit or retro. Do not worry. I am not that evolved. The last retrograsde, I saw 2 beloved pets die. I still tear when i think of that retro. It was also when I met Elsa of Astro Dispatch.

This retro, my dog has puppies, a contunuation of the pet theme, but also my key relationship has warmed up, which is normal in venus retos for me,....... but mainly, it is quiet..(where is my lucky rabbit's foot? I better knock on some wood.)

This Venus retro I am thinking about values and judgments. I see I am letting go of many..time honored ones. Now this is a maturing I believe of a Venus Retrograde experienced many times.

I might discuss other such experiences that i have had where I more actively harnassed a transit and used it, In this case, I am usually at the effect of Venus Retros--but the experience is so different.

Reframing the transits

2009-03-07T14:08:00.000-08:00

I signed off on a letter to another astrologer today with:

Thank you, or shall we say "Happy Venus Retrograde"..may your favorite past lover knock on your door.

That is one of the many possible happenings of a Venus retrograde.

I have discussed in other blogs the value of "reframing" in our lives. if a situation, transit or in this case, a retrograde might be worrying you, ask yourself how can you look at the situation in another light. In fact, when interperting a chart, each aspect can have many different interpertations, depending on the chart, education and openness of its owner.

So I thought we could have some fun with this. If you are looking at a transit as very hard or scary...put it into the comments...and I will try to work with it with you.

Jupiter is in Aquarius now. To an Aquarian with knowledge of astrology, I said: May Jupiter love you and me, and bring us abundance where we need it.

For Saturn in Virgo, I think to myself: the time has come to finally be meticilous in your filing , book keeping and any area of your life that could use some tidding up.

I imagine these affirmations or thoughts might seem silly, but often they put us on the most positive footing possible, thus creating even more positive. Clearly how we visualize and define our life is how it will be. If you are a victim or feel negative or moody about events, that is you now. But that does not need to be you tomorrow.

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Obama, this and that, and Venus Retro...

2009-03-03T19:15:00.000-08:00

I am spending a good part of my life with my jaw open.

Only yesterday I was at the drugstore. There were two lines at the pharmacy to pay. I was in one line. A middle age woman, in the other line. Suddenly she lost it. She started to scream: if OBAMA had kept his campaign promise, I would not have to pay for this perscription. Scream, rant and rave. When she landed I said quietly he has only been in office one month. He does not have a magic button he can push, and when he does push it , everyone has medical insurance... Give him time. She said, like a little girl, but he promised. And I said -yes he did and he has four years to do it in.

I am continually struck by two different issues 1) the lack of knowledge by the American public and 2)the need for instant gratification. Certainly that need for instant gratification encouraged the greed, that fed Wall Street and the Real Estate market. The lack of knowledge also played in, ." I didn't understand I could not afford the balloon payment". Only yesterday i heard a State Representative comment on TV about Obama's budget. "It looks a lot like the New deal" (okay that makes sense)"but it surprises me that he would put forth a plan like that in a recession." (duh and he is a represntative of the people, who we count on to make good judgments)I promise he was not blond. Dear lord. The only reason to have a budget like that is to prevent a depression..or emerge from this recession.

I also might make a comment for Obama to change his stand on iraq, there must be some confidential information he cannot reveal and learned when he assumed the presidency. Trust is not a gift from the American public. These are hard times.

This week we greet a Venus retrograde, the last was summer 2007. I once read that issues of the last retrograde can come back and recycle.
I am finding that is exactly what is happening....a theme of "animals" went through the last , as I lost 3 beloved older animals, but especially Leo the 18 year cat who was me all the time. he even edited my copy! He sat on my computer desk watching every letter appear on the screen! This retro, I am sitting with 8 2 week old puppies, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, wondering, hoping to place them in good homes. There are other recurring themes but too personal to discuss.
Are any of you seeing this theme? or can identify the theme?

Last night I realized that this retrograde is connected also to one in 2001, when Venus also retrograded in Aries. On that thought, I tried to remember where I was and what was happening. Pulled out an old agenda ..2002. Pulled out another..2000- but could I find 2001? Mind you I have not given up hope yet.

Do you see recurring themes with the last retro? Do you remember where you were in the 2001 retro...please share...

The US chart which one I ask you?

2009-02-24T08:20:00.001-08:00

I have been watching the US economy nose dive, like everyone else. Five days ago I did a search on what astrologers have written on the issue in the last 2 months.

In my head a theory is evolving about what is going on, a little off beat. I read some theories, quite good. I saw mention of aspects coming and how bad it could get. But I did not see what I was looking for ---my theory.

Before I sit down and write a blog on such a hot topic, that impacts people moods if nothing else, I generally do more research. Then the next problem became which chart to use for the US. It is also interesting how many astrologers do not mention which one they use. On the other hand, one can always say that-refering to an event-did not show up in the US chart I did..

Our founding fathers it appears do not agree about the time the Declaration of Independence was signed any more than astrologers can decide which chart to use. If you are curious about the many options go to Lois Rodden's site where she takes all the charts , discussing the pros and cons.

The first one which is commonly used has a Sag rising. Logic follows that this easily could be the right one. I looked at it and shook my head. I read the info why it was choosen.
The second one has a Gemini Rising, which I have used many times and works for me, works for many people with prediction.

The Virgo rising chart which has its issues. Then there is one for July 2 which does not work in my head as George Washington was out doing battle therefore he could not have signed it. There is also a Scorpio rising chart.
Then there is the signing of the Constitution date, and then another one, and so it goes.

i wrote some fellow astrologers to get an opinion. I am hearing back.
I would invite you to go to Lois Rodden's site and see what you think and come back.
I could work with each one and give conclusions. I could work with the second one which I have used. What do you think? I will copy and paste as much as I can from her site. Weigh in with your opinions!
Sagittarius Rising chart (Sibly)
Date: 07/04/1776 (July 4, 1776)
Time: 17:10 (5:10 PM) LMT (+5:00:39)
Place: Philadelphia, PA (Lat: 39 N 57; Lng: 75 W 9)

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Source Notes: Date of the signature of the Declaration of Independence, from the Library of Congress, The Philadelphia Historic Society. Thomas Jefferson, when an old man, said it was "late afternoon" when the document was signed. John Adams and John Quincy Adams said they signed "late in the day."
Sibly, an 18th century British astrologer, published the first known horoscope of the U.S. for 10:00 PM GMT which equals 5:00 PM, LMT, Philadelphia. John B. Early, an American astrologer, had written on the margin of his contemporary Raphael's ephemeris, "Declaration signed 10:10 PM." on the July page of his almanac of 1776. (Sibly's chart, by 1785 was variously quoted as 5:00 PM, 4:50 PM and 5:15 PM; apparently rectified by different astrologers.)
In Astrology Bulletina July 1931, Lomax quotes Jefferson's records, "Debates having taken up the greater parts of the 2nd, 3rd and 4th days of July, were in the evening of the last day, closed. The Declaration was reported by the committee agreed to by the House and signed by every member present, except Mr. Dickinson."
BJA (British Journal of Astrology) May/1932 gives 12:10 PM as "generally accepted," adding that 3:30 AM is "traditional hearsay."
AFA (American Federation of Astrology) Feb/1965 gives 2:17 AM as "most frequently seen," adding that J. Hazelrigg gives 12:10 PM, Clement Hay gives 3:02 AM, and G. Hunt gives 2:00 PM LMT.
Vivian Bradford gives 2:40:18 PM LMT, quoted by Woods in Mercury Hour Apr/1980. Manly P. Hall, after visiting the Library of Congress, said that he found writings that supported "between 4:30 and 6:00 PM" but without noting his source of information. Dane Rudhyar gave a time of 5:14 PM in an article "The Astrology of America's Destiny."
Biography: Herbert S. Alan, "John Hancock, Patriot in Purple," 1940, p.228, "At last, about 2 o'clock in the afternoon of the 4th, the great white paper was reported ... and immediately ratified." John Clark Ridpath, A.M. Professor of Belles-Lettres and History in Indiana Asbury University, "History of the United States from the Discovery of America to the Present Time" states on p.309, "The discussion was resumed on the morning of the 4th, and at two o'clock on the afternoon of that memorable day the Declaration of American Independence was adopted by a unanimous vote."

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Gemini Rising chart
Date: 07/04/1776 (July 4, 1776)
Time: 02:13:32 (2:13:32 AM) LMT (+5:00:39)
Place: Philadelphia, PA (Lat: 39 N 57; Lng: 75 W 9)

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Source Notes: R.A. Billington, B.J. Loewenborg and S.H. Bruckunier, "The United States," published by Rinehart and Co. Inc, New York and Toronto, 1947: the Introduction, p.15, "The symbolic first breath, or birth hour, of the nation occurred in the early morning hours of July 4, 1776. The writer has figured this to be just after 3:00 AM, however no documentary evidence exists to verify this early morning birth hour (or any other hour), so long a part of the tradition of the national chart."
Laurie Efrein rectified the time to 2:52 AM LMT.
American Astrology, January 1995 wrote, "The earliest reference we could find to the Gemini-rising chart (2:17 AM LMT), was that the chart was rectified by H.V. Herndon. We are quite certain that the story of Ben Franklin arranging an early morning signing is apocryphal then passed on as fact. It is untraceable to historic sources."
Jayj Jacobs states, "This is the chart Evangeline Adams used (2:13:32 am LMT). In the immensely popular 'Horoscopes of the US Cities & States', Dodson uses 2:13:32 & 7 Gem 14. Jim Lewis in his Mundane Maps, and in his ACG Certification Course, illustrates the 7 & 1/2 Gemini Ascendant (& Saj). Dean, in "Recent Advances in Natal Astrology" references the 2:17 & 2:14 am times, and Rudhyar's pm chart, and no others. Don 'Moby Dick The Astrologer' Jacobs – my dad – and I, and all my subsequent partners, in presenting the Annual Prediction Seminars have used 7 Gemini 35 for the US Ascendant on July 4, 1776, since 1971. Our media measured accuracy rate of >95% validates that chart & Asc. As do my recent Afghan-Special Ops predictions. Moby (with my assistance) predicted the entire Watergate scenario before the fact and to the day, week after week in a nationally syndicated column. For that he got a place on Nixon's Enemies list & an FBI file."
John Taber writes, 12/2002:
"Anthony Louis has pointed out that in her book "Astrology for Everyone," Evangeline Adams used 3:03 AM rather than 2:13:32 AM. In 1976, Gar Osten rectified this time to 3:01 AM LMT".
Our preferred revised presentation for the Gemini-rising chart would be:
Source Notes: R.A. Billington, B.J. Loewenborg and S.H. Bruckunier,"The United States", published by Rinehart and Co. Inc., New York and Toronto, 1947: the Introduction, p. 15. "The symbolic first breath, or birth hour, of the nation occurred in the early morning hours of July 4, 1776. The writer has figured this to be just after 3:00 AM, however no documentary evidence exists to verify this early morning birth hour(or any other hour), so long a part of the tradition of the national chart." Other astrologers have rectified Angeline Adams' work, such as Laurie Efrein to 2:52 AM LMT and Gar Osten to 3:01 AM LMT.
American Astrology, January 1995 wrote, "The earliest reference we could find to the Gemini-rising chart(2:17 AM LMT), was that the chart was rectified by H.V. Herndon. We are quite certain that the story of Ben Franklin arranging an early morning signing is apocryphal then passed on as fact. It is untraceable to historic sources."
In the immensely popular "Horoscopes of the US Cities and States", Dodson uses 2:13 AM and 7 Gemini 14. Jim Lewis in his Mundane Maps, and in his ACG Certification Course, illustrates the 7 & 1/2 Gemini Ascendant. Dean, in "Recent Advances in Natal Astrology" references the 2:17 and 2:14 AM times, and Rudhyar´s pm chart, and no others. Jayj Jacobs states: "Don ´Moby Dick` The Astrologer Jacobs- my dad- and I, and all my subsequent partners have used 7 Gemini 35 for the US Ascendant on July 4, 1776. Our media measured accuracy rate of >95% validates that chart & Asc."
This broader revision would also clean up the minor mistake that Dodson used 2:13:32 and 7 Gem 14. In reality, 2:13 gives 7 Gem 14 and 2:13:32 would give 7 Gem 23.

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Boehrer/Dobyns Virgo chart
Date: 07/04/1776 (July 4, 1776)
Time: 09:36 (9:36 AM) LMT (+5:00:39)
Place: Philadelphia, PA (Lat: 39 N 57; Lng: 75 W 9)

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Source Notes: Rectified by James Boehrer, published and copyrighted in the Stellium Quarterly, An Astrological Journal, Capricorn Issue, Vol. 1, Number 4, Winter 1975/1976.
Dr. Zip Dobyns arrived at the same time independently as well as corresponding with James Boehrer. She quotes Pauline Maier, "American Scripture: Making the Declaration of Independence," Alfred A Knopf, New York 1997, p.150, "Careful research has been devoted to determine when exactly the Declaration was approved - late morning, not evening, seems most likely." "Letters of Delegates to Congress, 1774-1789, Vol 1-!V" reads, "The Congress this morning, July 4, 1776, directed us to confer with the Committees of Safety and Inspection ...etc." Charles Thomson's journals of the Congress read, "This statement, that Congress 'this morning' directed the committee to confer with the several groups specified, provides the best evidence available for determining the approximate time at which the Declaration of Independence was adopted, a question that has long puzzled scholars and remained unanswered until the significance of this letter was discovered."
Congressional Records report it was the third order of business, completed before noon, and rectified by Dobyns to 9:36 AM.
ISAR, 2/06/2001, sent a message from associate Peter Tyrde, in regards to a source of data regarding the USA Independence chart: "Ted Gormick (of Hong Kong), who has studied the subject for over 50 years.... Ted said that his source was the Quarterly Magazine of Nov 1976, published by Princeton University, which made reference to a letter in the Thomas Jefferson library. From the letter there it appeared that the declaration could not pass on 2nd July, 1776 because of disagreement, but finally the town crier announced at noon on 4th July, 1776 that late that morning the declaration for independence had been officially adopted."

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Armistead July 2 chart
Date: 07/02/1776 (July 2, 1776)
Time: 12:04 (12:04 PM) LMT (+5:00:39)
Place: Philadelphia, PA (Lat: 39 N 57; Lng: 75 W 9)

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Source Notes: Julian Armistead quotes Allan Nevins and Henry Steel Commager, "A Pocket History of the United States." It reads, "Richard Henry Lee moved a resolution of independence ... which Congress adopted on July 2nd and proclaimed on July 4, 1776." Armistead cross referenced this in the official 1778 printing of the Journals of Congress. He spent the next three years researching historic events and placed the sun at the midheaven of the chart, resulting in a birth time of 12:04 PM EST.
LMR quotes an article in the San Bernardino Sun of 7/04/1995, written by Senator Serphin R. Maltese, New York State:
"It was on July 2, not July 4, that the Continental Congress passed a resolution initially declaring the independence of the colonies. Introduced on 6/07/1776 by Richard Henry Lee of Virginia, the resolution states, 'Resolved, That these United Colonies are, and of right ought to be, free and independent States, that they are absolved from all allegiance to the British Crown, and that all political connection between them and the State of Great Britain is, and ought to be, totally dissolved.' This resolution paved the way for the Congress to adopt the final draft of the Declaration of Independence two days later, on July 4th."
AFA Feb/1965 writes that 7:00 PM is "based on a letter from John Adams to his wife, for July 2, 1776. Adams believed the nation should celebrate its independence not on July 4 but on July 2, the date of Lee's resolutions. David McCullough's biography 'John Adams', 2001, has extensive references to personal letters and documents and in regard to the Declaration of Independence, while Adams wrote passionately and in detail about the events of July 2, the only notation her made about July 4 is that he took time off to shop for ladies' gloves and a new thermometer. Adams wrote that on 7/02/1776, Congress convened its final discussion and reading of the Declaration. At about 11:00 AM the debate closed and a vote was taken. Twelve colonies voted affirmative, while John Dickinson of New York was absent. Congress ordered the document authenticated and printed but it was another month before it was actually signed by the delegates. On August 2, the actual signing took place by some of the delegates. The last delegate, Thomas McKean of Delaware, did not sign until January 1777."
Kathryn Hansler, Sun Staff Writer in the San Bernardino Sun of 7/04/1989 writes, "July 4 is the date on which someone rang the Liberty Bell in the Philadelphia State House, but citizens of the time made little of it. Congress, on July 2, 1776, passed two resolutions authored by Richard Henry Lee declaring the country's independence from England. The following day, two Pennsylvania newspapers wrote that Congress had declared the colonies free and independent states." Further, Hansler writes that it was not until August, when the document came back from the printers, that the entire committee signed it.
In 1776, George Washington was out fighting the British and it was not until July 4, 1777 that he added his signature.

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Signing of the Constitution
Date: 09/17/1787 (September 17, 1787)
Time: 11:29 (11:29 AM) LMT (+5:00:39)
Place: Philadelphia, PA (Lat: 39 N 57; Lng: 75 W 9)

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Source Notes: The date of the signing of the Constitution with a time given in the CAO newsletter 1975, Al H. Morrison. The data is for the signature that finalized an adoption of the present U.S. Constitution subject to ratification by the individual States. The latter came to pass and the Constitution was declared effective as of March 4, 1789.
Jackie Goldstein quotes Shelagh Kendal in American Astrology Magazine July 1987, pp. 32, citing Records of the Federal Constitution by Max Ferraud for date and time of signing as 9/17/1787 16:00:00 LAT. (An inexplicable quote as fine clocks were in use and the New Style calendar was effective.)
LMR quotes an article in Time magazine, 7/06/1987, "How the Deed Was Done," p.61. "A long argument between the strong-government men and the states'-righters colored many other issues... On July 24, the convention named a five-man Committee of Detail to sort everything out and draft a coherent summary of all the votes. After nine days, they adjourned and Washington went fishing. The dwindling collection of delegates picked a five-man Committee of Style and Arrangement to undertake the actual writing of the Constitution.
"Although they were not supposed to change the substance of what the convention had so far decided ... all five were strong-government advocates. The actual writer was Gouverneur Morris, who re-wrote the original to read, 'We, the People of the United States ...'
"When the committee presented its constitution on Sept.12, the delegates eagerly began trying to change things all over again... (disagreements... voting...). The changing continued right up to the scheduled closing day, September 17, but three delegates ... refused to sign. Franklin still had doubts and reservations, saying 'I consent, sir, to this Constitution because I expect no better.'
"Still ahead was nine months of bitter debate before the necessary nine states ratified what had been written that summer in Philadelphia. Ahead lay the creation of the Bill of Rights... 13th Amendment ... 19th Amendment ... but it was on the 17th of September 1787 when Washington wrote in his journal, 'The business being closed, the members adjourned to the City Tavern to dine, after which... retire to meditate on the momentous work which had been executed.'"
An article in the Santa Fe NM paper, The New Mexican, 11/17/1976, discloses that Historian Paul H. Smith of the Library of Congress uncovered evidence that Jefferson's memory misled him. In notes that he made seven years after the adoption, Jefferson wrote, "The debates having taken up the greater parts of the 2nd, 3rd and 4th days of July were, in the evening of the last, closed. The declaration was reported by the committee, agreed to by the house, and signed by every member present except Mr. Dickinson." Historians were never comfortable with Jefferson's memory. There is near certainty that the declaration was not actually signed until it came back from the printer, sometime in August. As for the hour, the official journal indicated Congress convened at 9:00 AM, debated and quickly adopted the declaration and then went on to their other work.

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Boyd Declaration of War
Date: 07/06/1775 (July 6, 1775)
Time: 11:00 (11:00 AM) LMT (+5:00:39)
Place: Philadelphia, PA (Lat: 39 N 57; Lng: 75 W 9)

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Source Notes: Ken Irving quotes Helen Boyd's "The True Horoscope of the United States," ASI Publishers, Inc., New York, 1975. "In the introduction, dated October 1973, Boyd says: "It is hoped that the documented evidence here will accomplish the purpose for which it is intended; namely, to establish the correct map for the United States. At 11:00 A.M. LMT, on July 6, 1775, through a DECLARATION OF WAR, the United Colonies became an independent STATE, severing all political and governmental ties with Great Britain. Never again since has the United States paid allegiance to any foreign power or ruler."
The caps are Boyd's. Firebrace's contribution to the book is a set of studies charting the 1775 chart and the 12:20 pm July 4 1776 contenders against an overlapping, though not identical, series of events such as Pearl Harbor, victory over Germany and Japan, Hiroshima, etc. Firebrace had tested several July 4 contenders against each other and the 12:20 pm July 4th scored better than the others, which is why it was used here.
Boyd, by the way, says the session convened at 9 am and that the declaration was ratified between 10 am and 11:30 am, though she gives no reference for that latter time span."
Prior to the publication of the book, Helen Boyd in an article, "The True Horoscope of the United States," Spica Vol II April 1963, copy in hand has the time of 10:30 AM LMT. She credits Brigadier Firebrace for considerable work rectifying the hour from a proposed two-hour span after the opening of the morning session, drawing a conclusion with which Boyd agrees without reservation.
For her conclusion and quotations, Boyd quotes:
The Journals of the Continental Congress, Vol 1, 1774-1776, Washington 1823
U.S. Continental Congress Secret Journals, Vol 1, Boston 1820
The Journals of the Continental Congress, Voo.1, II, III, 1774-1776, Washington 1905
R.M. Ketchum, "The Revolution," American Heritage Co. Inc, and C. Wood, A.B.L.L.B. "A Complete History of the United States."
She quotes, "July 6, 1775, Congress convened 9:00 AM, Thursday. The business of the day was disposed of first – after which the Congress resolved itself into a Committee of the Whole and:
'Unanimously approved by the Congress: A Declaration by the Representatives of the United Colonies of North America
Philadelphia, setting forth the Causes and Necessity of their taking up arms.'"
Helen Boyd, "True Chart of the U.S." the Declaration of War by the Colonies to the Crown, given as 11:00 AM LMT with a time rectified by Firebrace.
The Second Continental Congress assembled on 5/10/1775, naming George Washington as their commander. On 4/12/1775, 4:30 AM, as the Union ships sailed into the harbor, a Confederate battery sent the first shot of the conflict. At Bunker Hill in June 1775, the first standup fight broke out between raw New England militia and British regulars. On 7/06/1775, Congress ratified the Declaration on the Causes of Taking up Arms, considered by some as the moment when the colonies severed ties with England. They declared that they would not submit to unconstitutional tyranny and would resist by force in order to protect the freedoms which they believed to be their birthright.
Jim Lewis, The Astro*Carto*Graphy Book of Maps," 1989, p.277, presents July 6, 1775, 11:00 AM LMT as one of three speculative charts for the USA.

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David Solte 1777 chart
Date: 11/15/1777 (Nov 15, 1777)
Time: 12:46 (12:46 PM) LMT (+5:00:39)
Place: York, PA (Lat: 39 N 57; Lng: 76 W 43)

David Solte 1777 chart
Date: 11/15/1777 (Nov 15, 1777)
Time: 12:46 (12:46 PM) LMT (+5:00:39)
Place: York, PA (Lat: 39 N 57; Lng: 76 W 43)

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Source Notes: David Solte's Presentation of the U.S. chart, data given in San Diego Astrological Society "The Uranian," May 1993, time rectified. He used the minutes of the Continental Congress to narrow down the passage of the Articles of Confederation to a few hours between 11:00 am and 2:00 pm on Nov. 15, 1777, when they were meeting in York, PA. Solte then rectified the chart to 12:46 pm Local Mean Time for the date and time when the Articles of Confederation became effective. The Declaration of Independence had declared that America was a separate entity from Great Britain, but it was not until the Confederation was established that the U.S. became a group of states united under one government.
Quite a few astrologers find that this chart works well for following the fortunes of the US government and the nation as a whole.

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Ratification of the Articles of Confederation (Grimes)
Date: 03/01/1781 (Mar 1, 1781)
Time: 15:19 (3:19 PM) LMT (+5:00:39)
Place: Philadelphia, PA (Lat: 39 N 57; Lng: 75 W 9)

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Source Notes:
Source: Articles of Confederation (See www.yale.edu/lawweb/avalon/artconf.htm for complete text). The date is clearly set by the document itself. The time was rectified, in 1996, by Ron Grimes using historical events.

Reasoning: The date associated with the ratification of the Articles of Confederation is, in my view, the only date that can be used, for the following reasons:

The Declaration of Independence is clearly a "divorce" decree that our founding fathers handed mother England. It lays out very well a list of our grievances against England, along with a statement that we are now a free and independent people. However, no where does it address the formation of a new nation, nor the laws by which it would operate. There is no more wisdom in using the Declaration of Independence as the birth of our nation than there would be in using a divorce date as the birth of a subsequent marriage.
Nor can we properly use a date related to the forming of the Constitution of the United States. As it clearly states, its purpose was to "form a more perfect union", not to create a new union. The union, or nation, had already been officially formed when the Articles of Confederation were ratified. But, the articles were flawed, so the Constitution was a mere rewriting of our rules of operation, but it did not attempt to create a nation. That had already been done on March 1st 1781.
We also cannot use the date of the approval of the wording of the Articles of Confederation. Agreement, by concerned parties, on the proper wording of a legal document does not put it into effect. No legal document becomes legally binding until the concerned parties have all signed it. That did not happen until March 1st 1781.
Rectification Events (Using Vedic Astrology)

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Scorpio Rising chart (Penfield)
Date: 07/04/1776 (Jul 4, 1776)
Time: 14:21 (2:21 PM) LMT (+5:00:39)
Place: Philadelphia, PA (Lat: 39 N 57; Lng: 75 W 9)

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Source Notes:
Source: Michael Wolfstar O'Reilly quotes Marc Penfield's "Horoscopes for the Western Hemisphere” in which he refers to the biography by Herbert S. Alan, "John Hancock, Patriot in Purple," 1940, p.228, "At last, about 2 o'clock in the afternoon of the 4th, the great white paper was reported ... and immediately ratified." From this, Penfield rectified the time to 2:20 PM which gives 8 degrees Scorpio Rising, rectified to one minute later by Wolfstar, who used it for his “Tomorrows News” column in American Astrology, 1992 to 2000.

The first edition of Campion's “Book of World Horoscopes” did not include a Scorpio Rising version, but the revised second edition did. (See page 410-412, chart #368.) In this account, and also published in American Astrology, is another great resource verifying a time of 2:00 PM: “The History of the Great Seal,” by Gaillard Hunt. Then see source #1027 in Campion's book which describes how President Gerald Ford decreed that the bicentennial celebration on 1976 would be held on July 4, 1976 and the ringing of the bells would occur at 2:00 PM.

Reasoning: (from Michael Wolfstar's web site www.homestead.com/politicalastrology/main.html)

Date of the Declaration of Independence, generally considered the chart of the U.S. The time has been open to debate for a number of years. One way to get a fix on the Ascendant is to identify the national image, the projected archetype onto the global stage. Benjamin Franklin wanted the national symbol to be the Wild Turkey. He was overruled when in 1782 the new Congress selected the Bald Eagle to be the national emblem, a symbol of fierce independence, and when strutting about in its mating ritual, a picture of pride, confidence, and regal beauty. The essence of the Bald Eagle is strength and courage. In ancient Sumer, Rome, and other warrior cultures, the eagle was the imperial symbol of command and control, and represented the ability to soar above all enemies. It's keen vision, powerful talons, and majestic appearance are further indications of moral superiority, of a divine or sacred mission. The eagle flies higher than any other bird, and thereby symbolizes the highest spiritual values.

On the United States national seal, the Bald Eagle is shown with its wings spread, holding an olive branch in one claw, and thirteen arrows in the other, representing the united thirteen original colonies. The nation's symbol, the Bald Eagle, is one of Scorpio's symbols. The most prominent national characteristics are symbolized by the Ascendant, so in a country known worldwide as the only remaining superpower, it makes sense that the United States should have Scorpio Rising, the sign directly associated with the eagle.

When the Scorpio Rising chart of 2:21 PM is progressed to April 12, 1861 Mars is at 16°06 Leo, exactly conjunct the MC! The beginning of the Civil War occurred 84 years after the Declaration was signed, and points directly to Uranus as the major significator by transit. Again, 84 years later, the United States was launching D-Day and fighting for the liberation of France during World War II. The prominence of Uranus in the natal horoscope is thus amply demonstrated. The Gemini Rising chart with Uranus on the Ascendant and the Sagittarius Rising chart with Uranus on the Descendant make good sense when considering this factor in isolation. In the Scorpio Rising chart, Uranus is exactly inconjunct (150°) the 8° Scorpio Ascendant. All three of these charts make sense when considering the importance of Uranus to America's cyclical war patterns.

With Scorpio Rising, the emphasis in the United States is on the accumulation of power itself, whether its financial, military, or ideological power. America's never-ending quest to be the world's richest, strongest, most righteous nation is its globally recognized signature. Scorpio, linked to the eighth house, is naturally associated with capitalism. When Scorpio was rising on July 4, 1776, there were four planets in the eighth house of capitalism, and of course Scorpio itself is intensely aware of where the finances are accumulating, and the natural power that these resources bring. Scorpio is naturally attuned to the cycles of death and rebirth, and through the process of democratic elections, the national political identity is transformed. Elections are usually held the first Tuesday after the first Monday of November, a date which puts the transiting Sun, and often Mercury and Venus, very near the U.S. Scorpio Ascendant. Following the attributes of Scorpio, the United States projects an image of unyielding power, and will use whatever means necessary to further its geopolitical agenda. Russia, born with the Sun in Scorpio, represents the other military superpower after World War II. These two Scorpionic nations were locked in a Cold War, very much resonating with the silent, deadly force embodied in the scorpion. The rest of the world was held hostage by Russia's and America's intense willingness to annihilate all humanity for the sake of national domination, much like the battle of two scorpions in a bottle.

Scorpio Rising defines the American national identity in many different ways. Scorpio is about power, about self control, and the control of the surrounding environment as much as possible. How could the United States become the world's reigning superpower without the driving intensity conferred with a Scorpio Ascendant? Scorpio is most interested in financial power, and America's identity is strongly connected to its capitalist system, an ideology which is now encompassing the entire global village. The emphasized eighth house is about power gained from pooling assets, and the financial clout that comes from corporate enterprises.

The United States government has been issuing official certificates for many years showing that the U.S. horoscope actually has Scorpio Rising. The certificates are in the form of the one hundred dollar bill, with founding father Benjamin Franklin on the face side, and the historic scene of Independence Hall, the location where the Declaration was signed, on the reverse side. The clock on the Independence Hall bell tower shows very clearly a time of 2:21 PM. Is this just a coincidence? Or is this acceptable evidence that the historic moment is being commemorated on the one hundred dollar bill?

Then, here's some numerological reasons why 2:21 PM makes sense. This time puts the Sun at 13°13' Cancer. The number 13 resonates powerfully through all of early America's history. Thirteen original colonies make up the foundation of this country. The Great Seal, inscribed on the back of the $1 bill, features the cosmic significance of 13 in many different ways, including: 13 stars above the Eagle, 13 stripes on the Eagle's shield, 13 olive branches in the Eagle's right claws, 13 arrows in the Eagle's left claws, 13 steps on the pyramid, and 13 letters in the motto E Pluribus Unum.

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Howland chart
Date: 07/04/1776 (Jul 4, 1776)
Time: 11:00 (11:00 AM) LMT (+5:00:39)
Place: Philadelphia, PA (Lat: 39 N 57; Lng: 75 W 9)

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Source Notes:
Source: Ronald W. Howland in his "Chronology of American Charts," (Fig. D on pg. XII): 8 1/2 X 11, 215 pages, over 400 charts in a documented chronology of sequential historic events. (www.pozpublications.com) Page VII quotes the Journals of the Continental Congress to the effect that "the final debates on the declaration began very early in the proceedings of July 4. The delegates convened at 9am.... "

The scholarly Prologue goes on to related that Thomas Jefferson went shopping that day, most certainly after the meeting, for ladies' gloves for his wife.

The Appendix gives the transcript from the Journals 1774-1789, edited from the original records in the Library of Congress by Worthington Chauncey Ford, for July 2, July 3 and July 4, 1776 with documentation that affirms July 4, 1776 as the day that the Declaration of Independence was signed, most certainly after 9:00 AM and before noon, rectified to a speculative time by Ronald Howland to 11:00 AM.

Reasoning: Date of the Declaration of Independence, generally considered the chart of the U.S. The time has been open to debate for a number of years. "A Chronology of American Charts," written by Ron Howland represents the culmination of over 20 years of in-depth research into American history and astrology. Howland presents the key horoscopes that describe the American soul from the 1066 CE chart for England right through to the inauguration of President Clinton. Each chart has been carefully researched and full sources of the data used are included.

Howland's research into The Declaration of Independence brings new documentary evidence to light, and he makes a powerful case for a Virgo rising chart with Gemini on the Mc as the most effective chart for the USA.

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Pluto in Capricorn and you.

2009-02-13T15:42:00.000-08:00

I am going to go with my most commented upon blog and rerun parts of it. Even this week I got comments, so I have decided to rerun it. Besides, I am distracted- my puppy is expecting puppies any moment. Unfortunately there are no Doggie LaMaze classes!

here we go:

Anyone who reads blogs or about astrology probably knows that Pluto moved into the sign Capricorn finally not to retrograde into Sag again,. You have read-I am sure many interpertations as to what this planetary transformation means.

I am going to try and help you individualize this transit. Let us get to work with what Pluto in Capricorn means to you. First where is Capricorn in your chart? what house? What does that house represent? If some of you would like to give examples from your charts, it might be helpful.

For instance, I have Capricorn starting in my seventh, marriage house. It has been there in that house for about year as I also have late degree Sagittarius starting the house. This house is about partnerships and marriage. Am I seeing major changes in my relationships? Yes. I have but I am sure the different sign will flavor the changes here on in.

Where is Pluto in your chart? This will helps clue us in a bit more, as to how Plutonian energy impacts you.

Last but certainly not least-do you have any planets in Capricorn, Cancer, Aries or Libra, first 5 to 10 degrees? This is an important answer. Also what sign.

So now it is your job to fill in the gaps here...as we work to understand what Pluto in Cap means to you, yes just you.

Start sharing-if need be, include your birthdata.
meanwhile I will be playing mid-wife or is wet nurse or doggie helper?>

Are you born at High Noon?(or there about?)

2009-01-21T07:20:00.000-08:00

It is clear to me that our founding fathers had some knowledge of astrology.

That message hit me loud and clear watching Obama take the oath the first time!. The President Elect becomes the President no matter whether he has sworn his oath or not at high noon.

Therefore the time will always be high noon. Ironically astrologers are often confused as to which chart or time to use for the birth of our nation. If we approach the issue with the thought that "these guys" knew what they were doing, figuring it out might be easier.

You might ask; what is the signifcance of high noon?

In a chart, no matter what sign you are born under, the time high noon puts the sun at the top of the chart(mind you we do need calculate this time sometimes with time changes, clouds :> etc). That time of birth give or take an hour, depending on where you are born, puts the career house at the very top at the chart, and drops the sun into that house. If your Mom pushed at the right time, you might even have your Sun on the mid-heaven a yet more powerful position, where your career house is impacted but also your whole chart is dominated by this sun.

Most of the time, someone who has the sun in this house or position has a remarkable career. certainly the reality remains that career is important issue. Events and countries have charts,. A swearing in of a president is an event. If the president steps up to the office at noon, the sun radiates in that event's and hopefully Presidency's chart. The nature of the Presidency would be determined by the planets surround the sun, rising sign, etc.

Therefore for a job like President of the US, there is no better time for the changing of the guard than noon. It could not be better.I assume the choice of this time was not accident, and it is part of the ritual of christening our next President.

In general other planets at the mid-heaven or in this house can also have impact on career. A weak tenth house rarely has a strong career.

How do you feel about your career? do you have planets on the top of your chart?

owls, hawks, doves, the planets and now.

2009-01-20T12:36:00.001-08:00

I watched the swearing in of President Obama, like most of you.

I heard: we are no longer doves, we are no longer hawks. We are now owls. Yes, we have now been invited to become owls.

Grant you I love animals, but I don't usually think in terms of animals. Still the analogy had power and meaning to me...yes, you may laugh...

Owls are wise. Perhpas we have heard a call which says rise above the issues and become wise...like an owl. Now, my- would that not be shocking for this highly polarized, politcal , partisan country to give up its comfortable rigid roles . Having a safe space is often being in a secure, rigid thought pattern or locking into your background or what you know.

But to rise above and be willing to forge new ground, be open to embracing differences that can be scary for some.... unless we dress it up in feathers or the age of Aquarius. The age of Aquarius is supposed to represent brotherhood and friendship to all. Is it a surprise that the musical "HAIR" is revisting many local stages? or that Jupiter once more a few weeks ago enter ed the sign Aquarius?.

Yes once more we are at the gates of possibilities, but will we walk through? Hope dressed up as Obama is inviting us to do it.... We didn't quite make it yet to the age of brotherhood.

What is nice about the planet Jupiter is it will travel through all signs delivering its message within a 11 year span. Yet the message of optimism ...that has come with this President.. hope .and be an owl. Listen.

I did say before Obama became the Demo nominee, that whoever won would be exemplified by Pluto in Capricorn as it was significant in the past year. Pluto is transformation and Capricorn is governent. Many have written me about their fears aboul Pluto in Capricorn and what it means to them.

Remember, please remember , you saw it today when there is no resistance how powerful and easily Pluto can work. And this is only the beginning. No one has any idea what lies in the years forward as Pluto changes the face of goverment.

It really does not matter what language you speak or what symbolism you relate to, we are on the crest of a new era. Let's go for it.

Do you have a planet (transiting or natal)on your mid-heaven?

2008-12-24T13:39:00.000-08:00

As an astrologer, I often see patterns especially in my clients. Like a run on Scorpio Moons wanting a reading, or New Moon people needing readings.

As of late, I am getting very active tenth houses, most notable, a major natal planet sitting at the very top of the chart, the midheaven. When a planet sits on that point, it not only impacts the house it is cusping (the tenth) but also uisually the whole life. For those who might be interested, the tenth house is career. I seperate that from the sixth house which in my mind is work, among other subjects. Many people have work but want a career. Then a study of these houses become important.

I am also getting a lot of clients with a transiting planet exactly on the midheaven, given their chart owners, the experience of living with this configuration. It can be a lot of fun, with the right planet on the top of your chart,

Career readings and questions are not surprising with this economy but inevitably they are coming from those with a midheaven planet. To be clear, to have a strong career, you do not 'need" a planet on the midheaven.

I have noticed as well that families often have repeats of each others chart. Like if a Mom or Dad have a planet on the mid-heaven, their children are likely to have that configuration. (And believe me-to deliver a child with a positive planet on that point takes talent-and maybe a lot of panting!)

Though generalities don't work, some planets are better to have there then others. Jupiter is like a cat with 27 lives....lucky, lucky, lucky. Venus..do we have Cleopatra here?-- someone who uses her beauty to gain power etc?

Use your imagination....

India's chart

2008-11-28T21:55:00.000-08:00

I have been working with India's chart to see what is going on, and perhaps how it ties into the US chart. The data is August 15, 1947, right after midnight. That is the date and time that India won her independence.

The more I looked at the chart, the more uncomfortable I became. How can I do a chart of India with Western Astrology...so now I am moving into Sideral Time, and studing it from a Hindu perspective. I do not know if any other astrologers are working with this data, but I would love to hear back. It does not seem right to do it any other way.

I would love to hear from other astrologers as well.

I am studying the nodes very carefully as they reflect the karma of the chart. I have an Aries rising, with the North Node in the first house in Taurus, which translates to this country's greatest growth and fullfillment will come through developing a distinct personality and its own base of power. This country has had too many partners or has been subjugated to other countries needs.

This node position speaks to a need to have peace at any cost and the need to speak of convictions and go for them. I do believe we see that in modern India. The nodes also indicate a very alluring draw yet serious ups and downs with other countries (did we see that this week?).

Now to get past the Nodes...I will go back to the chart to see what activated. Anyone who would like to contribute, I thank you in advance.

An onward..Uranus to you.

2008-11-28T09:28:00.000-08:00

I hope all of you had a wonderful Thanksgiving. This was one of the first that I really went past the traditonal holiday and found myself at party after party. I am thinking next year I will do a traditonal Thanksgiving dinner, not like we know today, but exactly like the first Thanksgiving. Maybe I will ask for appropriate dress too.Wonder whether cousin Sandy will look cute dressed as a Pilgrim....

Do share about your Thanksgiving too. So Uranus did its normal number for me, making people, who usually are super grumps into smiling beings. Loved every moment.

How about you? Did Uranus impact you? Do you think Uranus could have played out with the India attacks? Could Uranus mean terrorist?

Happy Thanksgiving

2008-11-25T13:44:00.000-08:00

As we greet our families after an intense election, many astrology buffs mightwantto peek around the corner and say: now what? The good news is you do not need to look too hard.

Let's try this one: Thanksgiving Day: Uranus goes direct that am. It does amaze me that a lot have heavy planetary activity seems to surround significant dates. Uranus is friendship and universal caring. "The Age of Aquarius" is Uranus driven as the planet that rules that sign.

You might ask what to expect?

First step, look at the degree Uranus will be at on Turkey day. 18 Pisces.

Everyone pull your charts..do you have planets at 8 degree orb to that 18? Write them down. Pisces, Virgo, Sag and Gemini will feel this acitivity the most. Aquarius will anyway as this planet rules their energy. Then go to your natal chart and look at Uranus, what house is it in? Is it retrograde or direct in your chart? If it is going direct and your natal Uranus is direct, you might feel the most positive impact.

Uranus is surprises. Some of you still might be feeling the unpredictable impact of this planet. Look to the natal house and the transiting house of Uranus to see where the fun and games will occur. Remember a planet needs to be within the correct orb...too.

As an Aquarian, I have always enjoyed the ups and down this planet presents. It generally brings positive happenings from left field.

Do any of you know how this planets tends to impact you, if you are an Aquarian? Others :is Uranus in orb of another planet? are you feeling anything? let's start talking.

And, Happy Thanksgiving to all of you.

Politics once more and Neptune

2008-10-29T07:56:00.000-07:00

Just to stay on topic. Neptune which is on the very top of the US chart indicates confusion, deception but also inspiration. See if you can apply those words to the election. I will add some spice to the topic. This planet goes direct, unleashing unusual activity right before the election....
what do you think will happen? I would love to hear your scenarios.

I have been fulminating for 2 days over deliberate "misinformation". I am not talking about exaggeration but lies. I have no problems with opinions and arguments made to back them.

I do have problems with bold face lying.

I know people, older who listen to only Radio Talk Shows. They believe all they hear, after all it is the media. Without mentioning names. one talk host edited an interview of Obama, leaving out certain words, so that the tape when played ..one would hear Obama say he is against the constitution. That was not the conversation. How would you like someone doing that to you?

A lie and a manufactured lie. Much less some people believe these lies to be true. This talk host was mentioned on CNN, MSNBC and others for his fraudelent lies. yesterday. Another one...Obama was born in Indonesia. Absolutely untrue. Astrologers see the birth datas.. Hawaii. In fact it is not possible to run for President if not born in the US. OBAMA for the record was born in Hawaii.

I have been very upset because I believe every US citizen has the right to facts and the facts only. Opinions of course. But to distort and manufacture lies and cut tapes to prove your argument is unfair.

When someone in the media presents boldface lies as the truth, that person is taking people's rights from them. He also obviously does not respect his audience. Nor does he respect the power he has been given by being as media person. He thinks his audience is stupid enough to believe his falsehoods and from what I saw he was right.

So the reason I mention this, is to make you think about your sources of information. There are opinions, which are okay but then fixed facts. Also this is Neptune at work. ..at its worse. I believe every us citizen has the right to a the clear facts. How dare this man and others take that right from us?

Let's go shopping-are the aspects right?

2008-10-23T08:37:00.000-07:00

I think I need a new wardrobe.

I haven't done any shopping for awhile, but the question remains, who can I hook up with as a running mate, me being the bottom of the ticket? Note the woman is the BOTTOM of the ticket. Why can't a woman be the TOP of a ticket?

Neimam Marcus, Saks, wowow. I bet they have pretty "things".

Oh well it might be best I have no one in sight and no one has ask me. Imagine what a whole new look could do for this astrologer??!!I never bought anything from Neiman Marcus. I even had to google its name. I want the experience!

Maybe I should go more witchie? Have my hair pointed in sharp, points...oh right-it won't be my choice, and I cannot be me, but it is a wardrobe that gives me the image that my running mate wants me to have. Sure, I will let him squash my personality. Change who I am.

Then I need robo calls. I am sure it will help business. Can you imagine what I could order up and have said. ..but the requirements will be:
1) it must not be true
2) it must be frightening to the listener..

Here we go with samples:
The world is coming to an end, To find the path to life, off this planet- vote JB. Do you like that?

My opponent astrologer promises you they will help you win the lottery but they have never won the lottery or even a raffle. Can you trust them?

JB can tell you where to find the key to Fort Knox. She just found the missing key to her house. She can do it. She has experience. Choose JB.

Now won't that be impressive and bring in believers/clients?

I wonder how the voter who believes they are voting for less taxes feels when suddenly they are doubled by their choice? isn't this deception?

This election has some wild facets to it. I don't need to tell you, but apply them to your daily life, would they work? How outrageous are these calls? . PS Don't forget to vote for JB the day after election day. She will help you get a new wardrobe.

Neptune loose on this Election

2008-10-19T16:29:00.000-07:00

Truth be told I have been very uneasy about this up and coming election for months, much more than 2000, where I could barely find the words, but did eventually to describe what was about to come down.

This election truely worries me, with Neptune going direct several days before the election. Neptune is a powerful planet, it can inspire yet its tendrils can weave an intricate deception. It is the deception and the belief that a clean election could be impossible that worries me. With the voter registration fraud of this week, I am starting to see my fear justified.

Many of you probably do not realize that there are several charts/birthtimes for The US. The one I use has a Gemini Rising and Aquarius on the midheaven. Guess what sits on that midheaven but transiting Neptune. I have to say the role this planet will play could be unusually important.The midheaven is the entry point of the 10th house, andthe 10th house among others things is government. What games are being played or not being played could be impossible to discern.

On the other hand, Neptune can be inspiration and many feel that Obama inspires them and as Colin Powell said is "transformational". This is Neptune at best. We can only hope for the best.

The Saturn/Uranus oppositon in Virgo/Pisces is exact election morning. This will be the first time these planets will be in exact opposition in over 40 years, among several. Saturn is structure, status quo and government. Uranus is awakening, revolution, change. So there will be a definte pull and push and it is obvious in the candidates, each manifesting different parts of this opposition.

How many of you have concerns with this election? What are they? Some of them probably can be addressed through astrology...

Recent events and now the election

2008-10-06T08:07:00.001-07:00

I have been very quiet lately. I have been mulling over the news, thinking about "revelation", considering the internal ramifications of our latest jig. Then for me there is astrology, what I am picking up psychically, and what I have learned intellectually. I am still sorting--let it be said.

In this type of situation, I pulled the US char(my cousin was egging me on-as he knew I was feeling what I was going to see anyway), at which point I flipped. But mind you, I am dramatic.

History is a wonderful teacher, so quickly I went to see when we had a similiar opposition of Saturn/ Uranus. When did it happen before? But also very significant is the last conjunction of these two giants..what is happening now is related to then.

The conjunction 1988 witnessed the end of communism, or did it? Look at what is going on. We certainly will have to change or adjust Capitalism as it feeds the monster of greed. Will capitalism fail? It certainly does not work in its pure form. The last few weeks have certainly underscored that point.

Consider though we are having a rare opportunity to see our Presidential candidates dealing with a real life crisis. Whose style did you like better? (You can be sure I have an opinion..LOL).

Now apparently ladies and gentleman, the crisis has died some, so everyone is acting like 2 years olds again, slamming each other. I hate this kidlike name calling. I have faith though when I look at the US Chart that this suuperficiality will be long gone. Events are coming. I hope tomorrow's Debate helps the tone rather than another world crisis.

Election Day the Uranus and Saturn opposition will be in one of the five exact conjunctions. Catch this one..two day before, Neptune illusion and confusion goes direct, Florida might lose all ballots for safety prior to the event!! Seriously, I never thought I would predict another roller coaster ride like the 2000 election. That production was done by the planet mercury. The producers here are Neptune, Uranus and Saturn. That is an ouch.

The good news is sometimes the day of the exact conjunction, nothing happens. The build up going to the exact day contains the uproar. But Neptune---certainly there will be some messes around this election. Neptune is also illusion and TV. Wonder if Saturday Night Live will present their own election. It is good people maintain their sense of humor.

But with all the laughing are we taking a hard look at our VP's? This period is one of assassinations too. Do you want your choice for pres...are you really, really okay with their VP. Look at this long and hard. This is not a game. This is far more important than you realize.

The opposition Saturn/Uranus last happened 1964-1967. Uranus is rebellion, freedom and Saturn is structure. I cannot imagine what we "the people" will do when "we" vote, as Neptune somehow prevents the vote from being whole. There already is a mini revolt. Think revolution, think assassinations, think bye bye status quo, The more "stuck" you are , the harder this coming period will be. And this aspect will be repeated several times....I love the fact we now have a 700 Billion debt, on top of other debt to CHINA. I don't like the lender. We have sold our soul to the devil.

I would like to point out-all of this will be moot because we cannot even decide if there is any global warming, other than caused by climate. In fact, one of our VPs candidates doesn't think so. By 2014, according to Gore (who we must admit knows his stuff), the jig is up. I believe the year was moved up. if you think about that, this whole mess seems trivial and stupid.

Do you understand like I do now, that the world depends on us spending, spending...to keep them afloat? We do need to change our role. I gave up Credit Cards and credit 7 years ago. I am happy for that. It was hard making the change over. I don't want China to call in my debt-thank you.

What do you think? What do you feel? What is a problem for you?

Mercury RX antics...and what are yours?

2008-09-28T14:10:00.000-07:00

Many people are squawling about this Mercury Retrograde.

You really cannot blame them. You know what it is like, and you might not be sure yet you will be bypassed by this Mercury's dance. I have found that if I ask myself when a situation occurs during aMercury Rx, how could I prevented it, that helps me for the future. For the most part, I won't tumble in the exact same trouble.

I have done my share of 'stupids" in mercury Rx. You see one can never do their own chart. I don't even try.

I have a problem with vacum cleaners and printers. I heard some very wild explanations for this phenomena, but when i get upset or chaos errupts badly,. they break. It is a standing joke with my friendsm when I say my printer broke. ....

Only one printer in my whole life survived 2 months. It even survived the cat peeing on it regularly, and lived a long 1 1/2 years. In a printer frenzy. ..I went to Ebay and bought one of this make. They no longer are available. it arrived. I was excited. I postponed all letter writing until it was installed. There was a pot of gold over the rainbow.

I waited everyday by the door for FedEx. Finally the big day came...

I started last Thursday night installing it. BAD MISTAKE.

Did I even think about Mercury Rx? No. My copmputer crashed so badly for no reason I could see that I thought our days were over. I love this computer.

After toying with this situation for about 2 hours...I ressurected the computer, my copy and my sanity. I laughed at myself that I could be that stupid to even try to install it. All the while, as I have to sign some important documents,very soon, being aware of the Mercury Rx, refused to until after the retro. Did an alarm go off about the printer? no.

So far in this Retro, the microwave, the vacum cleaner, my favorite lamp and the stereo have gone south. I am not dealing with this. I will wait until after this retro. I hope I have house, home and life after this shennigan, or retro.

I must say there were times I would be very upset at what is happening. This time I find I really am amused. I cannot do anything about it anyway.

Astrology comments and thoughts

2008-09-20T18:50:00.000-07:00

Just an update, we are at the one month marker of the lunar eclipse of August 16, give or take a few days. If you were "hit" by the eclipse you know it now. Of course your planets need to be in that 2 degree orb. Anyone want to share this month's events?

Also the duo of Pluto and Jupiter going direct within 24 hours of each other, one in late Sag and the other in the early part of Capricorn could have caused echoes upon echoes. Did anyone notice any vibrations around Sept. 7/8? You could be feeling them for awhile. Where is late Sag and Cap in your chart? Do yuo have any planets there, or in direct aspect? You will see much going on. In the long run count on positive impact.

I have seen alot of "interesting" behavior where people are going headstrong into what they want, without a thought to anyone else. meanwhile those on the sidelines have their jaws dropping to the ground. That is a happy, over-expanded Jupiter on a romp. Will there be ramifications? it depends on the chart.

I was speaking to a favorite client yesterday. She is a Libra with A Taurus Moon. She was complaining about a slightly commitment phobic Libra she is dating. I reminded her as I remind all you ladies out there....in relationships, you are the Moon. And the man you choose is your Sun sign. Actually her Taurus Moon was having a fit with her perfect Libra guy choice. The ambivalence she was projecting was from her own chart(hence issues) and the angle between her Moon and Sun. They want different things in a relationship. The man actually was not the issue , a symptom of the internal issue-- her own need for freedion, yet commitment. Have you seen your chart play out like that?

Are you ready for Mercury retro this week? Sometimes a good way to use it is to manifest a wish that you have tried to "make so"in prior times to make real. Any breakups in a Mercury RX do not last, by the way, unless you met ina Mercury RX.

Please do comment...

Precision and astrology

2008-08-27T10:02:00.000-07:00

To no one's surprise, I often get newbies to astrology, or people who do not realize the importance of precision in their data. Today I just went through one more incident, which I thought I would share. I would like feedback as to how I could have handled it differently.

I aked for where born... I got for birthplace. TEXAS. We know that is a big state and a force within itself...however, the person asked me if I was a foreigner as I asked where in Texas. Did I not know where Texas is???? LOL. That is a Texan for you. i took the comment with a grain of salt, especially as I am 1/2 Swiss.

Then came boyfriend data. The birthtime changes 5 hours whenI asked her to verify, as it did look asd I explained to her that boyfriend might not be true blue. with the time she gave me...4 ish..no am or pm...but she verified in the following fashion in big letters: Yes, I said the birthtime is 9 am.
I wrote her back to confirm, giving her both times , copying and pasting her note... I explained this was a new chart, and she decided she was speaking to someone else. Did not want the reading etc.

I cannot emphasize the precision of astrology but the importance of clean data..like "I don't know" is better than making it up. What is your take here? how would you handle it? Do you think birthtime is important..etc? Have you had similiar experiences..? Do share...

eclipse: did it hit you?

2008-08-18T21:23:00.001-07:00

The eclipse is over. This week some of you might be seeing the unfolding of events that could be symbolic. Anybody want to share?

I am noticing that my cable, phone etc has been out more than on, but this is a whole area in which I live so...I cannot personalize that.

Just note what happens now is not the story. It is the Introduction.
Now what would someone want to discuss. I love the way you contribute and comment.

Jacquie

One more time-an eclipse, but it's lunar!

2008-08-11T10:58:00.000-07:00

Have you ever cnsidered that lunar and lunatic are from the same latin base? So if we have a lunar eclipse, does that give us permission to act like lunatics? Lunatic according to Merriam and Webster on line, comes from the belief that lunacy fluctuated with the phases of the moon.

I like the word lunatic because I associate it with wildly foolish. I can back that concept...a reason to be wildly foolish. So instead of approaching this next exclipse which is a lunar one with fear, trepidation or worry, why not use it for an excuse to be sponanteous and perhaps let your hair down? We live in a world with so many pretenses. Our ego make such demands. How can we be presemt with the moment if we let the ego rule?

My blog on the eclipse of August 1 got a lot of comments, mainly people honestly worried, scared or feeling beaten up with life. Some of them wanted to scream enough. I agree, but no one needs permission to do what is in their heart.

This eclipse at 24 Aquarius on August 16 will follow a similiar orb of the solar one. Do read this carefuully, as it might help you relax. Eclipses only work or impact a chart if they are within one to degrees of a planet in conjunction or opposition. Squares really do not count, though I am sure some have mystically ways of making it look like the eclipse hit that planet square. There are a lot of reasons usually a planet triggers.

Eclipses are about Super New Moons and Full Moons. What is a New Moon? The conjunction of the sun and moon (not the square of...). What is a Full Moon? The opposition of the Moon and Sun. Hence it is the conjunction and opposition that impacts your chart, if it is within 1 to 2 degrees of a planet.

Timing with Lunar Eclipses are as follows: 1 week from the eclipse, look around and see if you note a change. One month from the eclipse, you will see the story unravel. Other markers are the 6 months, year and 18 month mark. Really it is not until you hit the 18 month marker do you really have an idea what happened in full context of your life.

The day of a lunar eclipse one can be very draining. Honor that feeling and play it low-key if you experience that feeling no matter what the eclipse does to your chart. Often it is suggested that one eats foods from the earth prior to an eclipse to fortify one's strength. Think potato. Think carrot.

If you are concerned about this eclipse, or would like to share what you would do if you were wildly foolish....please do.

Your half birthday

2008-07-28T18:03:00.000-07:00

Every year as I approach July 26, my half birthday, I get a bit nervous. One's half birthday the planets give you a read out as to how well you are living your year. If everything is cool, you get an A and a green light. If hassles occur, one really needs to look at that and make changes.

I must say some of the most horrendus experiences and life altering events have happened a day within July 26. This year was cool. But still, I am wondering how many of you experience and/or are aware of this important feedback period.

Are you aware of this date? What has happened to you on your 1/2 birthday? Share...please

Once more Chicken Little Time. A solar Eclipse

2008-07-25T08:13:00.000-07:00

As most of you read astrology blogs, it is no news to you that on August 1, we have A Solar Eclipse. A Solar Eclipse is like a New Moon, sun and moon in the same sign. Because this eclipse is in Leo, I suspect there will be a fair share of drama to those who experience it on their chart.

Solar Eclipses are different in many ways from Lunar. I was told by a wise astrologer who taught me astrology that one needs to eat a lot of sun grown foods the day before and the day of the eclipse. Think oranges.. Energy is often an issue as one could feel depleted. if that is the case, don't push. The above comments are applicable to anyone in a Solar Eclipse.

Now the big issue: will it effect you, how, where, when , why? Eclipses are Uranian in nature, that means unpredictable, so you probably need an astrologer who is someone what psychic to determine the above questions. But again it is unpredictable, so what we expect probably will not happen.

In my experience you have to have a direct hit within 1 to 2 degress. This eclipse is at 9 Leo, thus planets between 7-11 Leo or Aquarius will need to be studies to determine the area of impact. Why Aquarius? Eclipses are about New Moons and Full Moons, oppositions and conjunctions. Thus the planets in opposite degrees(here the Aquarian ones) can feel impact.

Timing: Within a month, ytou will know what has triggered. You might think that you know the whole story. You do not. The 3 months and 6 months marker from the eclipse will reveal much more. Not until the year mark can you be sure, the story is complete.

So enjoy the power of an eclipse. You do not need to run in fear like primitive man did when one of these events occurred. You are wise. Remember? Welcome the change it could bring. The one thing we can count on in life is change. Honor the changes, and eclipses usually bring much better, if not immediately, at the end. Remember if tired on August 1, do not push. Also try not to trigger events.

Is anyone being touched by this Solar Eclipse? any eclipse stories to share?

Oppositions, squares, trines and life

2008-07-18T08:22:00.000-07:00

Last night as I was considering the differences in lives, because of the construction of one's chart, a friend peeled through the door. She had a problem that she wanted to get feedback on. As I discuss her problem, I know many of you will wish for her issues. She is an example of how very different each of our livces and experiences are. She also is an example of someone who focuses on the positives, not dwelling on the negatives.

People who have several or a lot of oppositions in their chart experiences a lot of uproar. Often they are called drama queens or kings. Situations are often colliding. When young, often these people see themselves in black and white life issues and either/ or circumstances.Much of their life process will be learning how to deal with this perception. As one of them, I have learned even though opposites, often both are true. I also learned I am happier if I listen to my emotional/intuitive side whereas many choose the intellectual voice. There is no wrong or right here but there is uproar, certainly as often unresolved issues project onto others.

People with squares often do not project outward their issues, like oppositions, but they might not be aware of them. Inevitablity they self-sabatoge and at the beginning of their journey, do not understand what goes wrong, in a relationship, life or at work. Consider the employee who says : yes boss but has a grimace on his/her face. The boss know at that moment that this is not a real yes. the person /employee probably does not have a clue that he is projecting his true feelings(if he or she knows them yet). This person is the type that gets fired and cannot understand why because he was a good employee. We cannot be other than we really are. Our authentic self keeps popping thru.

People with a lot of trines generally have an easy time of it. In fact so much so, that often they become lazy and do nothing with their life. M girlfriend is a trine person, but she is far from lazy. She started life as a tax person and evolved to consulting small businesses. In the 30 years of doing this, she has built up an empire of great and honest car mechanics, air conditoning people. At this point, she is everyone's answer to a problem. She doesn't overcharge but does very well,but she works, and is available even in the middle of the night. She is a problem solver with a network behind her.

She informed me last night she is running away. I started to giggle. "Don't you think you are little old for running away?"The problem unfolds-and this is true..she cannot get her daughter to work or stabilized as daughter knows Mommy will rescue her. "How can I let her be evicted with my grandchildren yet, knowing I have the money in my wallet?". Then the boyfriend, who somehow cannot keep a job." besides he is not even my boyfriend, he is my x. The womanizer".

She has taken a job driving trucks. She will start in the next month. Then she will not be around, thus forcinbg(she hopes) all the co-dependent people in her life to grow. " if I am not here, and I am not available-then they will have to deal with their problems". This woman is willing to lose her whole business to get her loved ones to grow. She really does not care about money, she is a thrift shop addict by the way. Never wears but one ring, but always well groomed. Her life works as an entrepreneur. It doesn't work on the emotional level. She clearly emphasizes the positives, and does not dwell on the negatives.

She uses her trines well, which involve earth (practical, materialsism) and air( fast thinking). By the way, she has never gone to college and is as natural as one could be. Here is a powerhouse with her trines, by choice but she also is probably one of the most caring people one could meet. She opted to not take the easy route of the trine and fall into laziness.

Look at your chart. Do you see more of one type of aspect?(I am sorry I could not go into all the aspects here). Are you using your trine, opposition or square well?

In Honor of Uranus

2008-06-26T16:20:00.000-07:00

I must say Uranus is one of my favorite planets, but then I am an Aquarian, and special events punctuate the change of motion of this planet. It seems to make no difference if it is going retro or direct. I hope for all Aquarians and those with prominent Uranus , they open up to the bounty of this planet.

This planet is called a lot of things, but it is the awakener. If you are not on tract and Uranus is hanging out in that sector of your chart, expect events to force you to deal with what is happening. Often it strips the status quo. if you don't risk, you have nothing in life. You really don't. Scared of risking? Uranus could give you that shoove. Promise.

I recently had a client , a Taurus, who had Uranus in her career sector for the last 5 years. She repeatedly, though highly qualified, tried to get a job in her choosen field. She kept trying and trying. Not once in five years did she get the job....the true bull raming its head against the wall. Even when I explained this transit to her, processed her etc, she still would not stop this pursuit. Her dream: to have her own business. If she had done that, her career would be booming, rather than be unemployed. I am sure she is doing the same ole thing right now. How sad.

How many of you have Uranus stories for us? Are you or have you felt Uranus at work today, or this week. Please share. And listen to this planet.

Can we change our personality characteristics?

2008-06-19T15:56:00.000-07:00

Our personality characteristics can be seen in our charts. Yet there is free will and emotional history playing in how we manifest. I thought it might be interesting if someone would share a trait they might not like, and would like to change.

The potential for change is in the chart as well as the direction to head.

For instance if I see someone who carries a lot of guilt in a chart, I know they have an issue with boundaries. How much to give, or how much not to give. This planet that shows me boundary issues. The potential will be revealed by the sign the planet is in as well as house. We can talk about the issue, balance, and neither feeling guilty or resentful both extremes of giving too much or not enough.

So does anyone want to toss a trait out? I would need your birthday, year and place and time if you have it.

Mercury RX , & is Neptune impacting you?

2008-06-18T15:26:00.001-07:00

My best friend called this morning. I have known Mary since I lived in Pasadena in the early 1970's with my husband . We both had babies at the same time. Now that is a bond!

She said; I cannot wait until tomorrow. Ever present, I went: huh?. She explained, that Mercury goes direct then. LOL. I really do not think astrology in my daily life. But Mary feels Mercury RX more than most people and has good reason to be doing a countdown.

I am sure many of you are soul sisters and brothers to Mary doing a countdown. I am thinking, I am not so sure I want mercury to go direct. I am getting an awful lot done, very quickly. Maybe the computer will blow up. Maybe I should save my copy asap. Be right back.

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Back. Copy is safe and sound(so we think),

I had mentioned that I have seem some strong reactions to Neptune change of direction on May 26. Now some of you might think it is the Mercury RX. Those who have planets in the 20 to 25 degrees of Aquarius are feeling it the most. Needless to say as Neptune is illusion , inspiration and sometimes confusion, the people impacted are not sure which way is up. By the way, I could be one of them with my Mercury in those degrees.

Several clients with planets in the degrees mentioned and Aquarius in their career house have been floating in. They are not sure what is happening but the general theme is that the minute they think they are sure of something or a situation, around their career-it becomes irrelevant. They cannot get a handle on situations no matter what. When they say "I cannot get a handle"...in my mind I hear..that is because you are suppose to get your hands off the issue...

I have found this transit of Neptune very karmic for me, bringing in what I have often dreamt of, if I let go and trust. Now this is not an easy exercise for this fixed sign astrologer. But it is becoming natural. I have been flabbergasted by what comes in once I let go, sometimes in less than 5 minutes -beginning to end. And big changes Neptune has a very spiritual overtone and encourages us to trust and believe in a higher power. I feel as if the Course in Miracles finally kicked in.

How many of you are noticing changes that have strong Aquarian planets and/or are Aquarius? Leo could also be feeling these changes too. Please share.

Are you going to gaze at tonight's Full moon? The Moon is suppose to be appear unearthly big...

How has this Mercury RX impacted you?

2008-06-16T13:59:00.000-07:00

When my life goes topsy turvy, I usally do not blame the planets. I take a deep breathe and deal. Still I must say this Mercury Retrograde has been "interesting". I love that word -"Interesting"-it says so little and it says so much.

As a Gemini rising, I find myself of late hyper-ventilating at times, trying to resolve this or that. One of the very weird side effects of this retro is a lot of doubles. I would meet someone named Steve, to meet the same name within 12 hours. A lot of double names appearing back to back. Also double events, for instance, locking yourself out of the house, to find your best friend did the same thing. Though when doing someone's chart, I frequently will speculate the ramifications of a Mercury RX., for the world in general I do not try. it is too specific to one's chart.

I do often see "blasts" from the past, relationship issues surfacing and breakups (though I rarely see a breakup during a retro that lasts), and a general malaise by Mercury ruled people. This one has been fraught with relationships ups and downs. I see it in my clients. A lot of over-thinking and talking too.

How has this Mercury Rx impacted you, and if you are willing could you share some about your chart? Then we can see if there is more of a pattern than I see.

"what in me draws all these strong, reactive people?"

2008-05-21T09:18:00.000-07:00

They are a breed of cat unprecedented. I am serious. I am always in a twitter or tizzy about this or that. I have thought long and hard about this behavior. Recently and now I am in an unfolding event that feels like a riptide. As people participate in this experience, I hear: isn't life just like that? Then they share their story or stories.

To which I ask; what sign are you? (We all know sun sign astrology really is only the tip of the iceberg but that is the starting point especially if I want to associate the planets to the year..most of them are in my head by now). AQUARIUS, AQUARIUS AND AQUARIUS.

This is not to say we are the only signs who finds themselves in a major tidal change, but the outrageous quality that is associated with it usally comes in with that sign doomiant in the chart.

In my life, I often been told I am a drama queen, probably true with a Leo Moon. Full Moon people tend to their unique varieties of that "drama king or queen for the day"..

Of late, I have actually stopped absorbing this point of view. Now the question lies: what in me is drawing all these strong, reactive people who can impact my life? I suspect it is my bluntness and the fact that I am a maverick. Then there is a control issue. If anyone attempts to control me-oh well. Forget. It is not going to happen this lifetime. That is from my childhood.

Now I ask you to share your experience of uproar in your life, your sign and any other information you have? PS I am starting a 12 step support group for this type of uproar prevention...LOL! Seriously, it could be helpful. I actually love my peaceful days when I can work, relate to many of you and go riding...

What makes someone a victim?

2008-05-09T06:19:00.000-07:00

One of the characteristic of a victim is they do not see how they might be at the effect of their own perspective or view. Then of course should one decide to point out that perspective, that party is no good, dead by visual radar or something like that.

Many victims are drawn to astrology as they want to know :why me? They want to turn the situation or situations around and cannot. Why? It has to be planetary.

Truth be told, an astrologer can see if someone tends to be at the affect of others by where the planets fall in their chart. Also Pisces or Neptune usually have a predominant position in the chart. For whatever reasons, women more often than men feel victimized, from my observation.

I recently suggested to a client who was having a fit about what her boyfriend did not do and wanted to break up with him. I said good, if you want that , you need to do that. Now that is claiming responsibility. Acting on what you want. The problem here is she was feeling victimized because unfortunately her life teachings and chart supported her in this feelings.

She turned it around with some work understanding 1) how we view a situation is simply a question of outlook. In a situation where someone does some thing that upsets you. 2)."the upset" is yours, only yours. You can be angry, cry or perhaps decide that person was having a bad day. I could list a whole bunch of other perspectives too., But that responsibility for your mental outlook. We decide through conditioning how we look at the world. We can also undecide how we look at the world.

Today I heard from this client, though working hard, she is starting to see the world through different eyes. I am excited for her or anyone who can turn a situation(s) around with self-discipline and a willingness to try another perspective. Her world is getting better.

Do you need a change in your outlook to make your world better?

Two astrologers talk

2008-05-01T12:07:00.000-07:00

I promise you this is not one of these erudite disitations on prediction. More to my style, a conversation I am hoping to share with you.

I had the pleasure of a call from a fellow astrologer. She is relooking at her style and how she wants to work. This economy I have noticed is causing not only astrologers, but nearly everyone to do the same. I have been hearing some remarkable, inventive ideas.

Back to astrology, this person wanted to know how did I do an update for the next year. Now that is a good quesation. Progressions, solar arcs. solar returns..what? In this discussion, what came out was how much we as astrologers need to revitalize our knowledge. It is easy to get in a rut and use the same 10 interpertations for a transit but there might be much more there. Or how 'bout designing systems for predictions.

I hung up feeling as if a new idea , a different presentation and/or a new openning was possible.

As an astrologer, and I think you all know this about me, my favorite part of the work remains compatibilities. There are so many challenges just presented by two different people trying to relate. Will they make it? what would inicate they will or will not?. Of course this was part of this am's discussion. Then there could be a raunchy sexual compatibility..always fun especially if you are still playing courtship games with each other or need to toss some gasoline on the ember of your sex life.

I as an astrologer believe even a highly volatile relationship might not be doomed. What that energy shows me is that you have similiar core issues to work through. If ready to get off your position, one of you can start working on the issue and the other eventually will respond. In fact often the more volatile relationship becomes the best if the couple can commit.

I also love relationships because it is an opportunity to clearly see our stuff. Do we feel victimized and color all events through that lense, for instance?. Often through relating people can heal. I am seeing a client do that presently.

Finally for all you singles, a wise therapist once told me you can see the whole relationship and how it will end, by the first 5 sexual encounters. It does work. Who gives? who needs more closeness? is there mutuality? all this comes out.

So hopefully all of you will be busy writing down your love history soon to understand what gives...

Do me a favor-just lock your diary please or password that doc. Thanks. We don't want to shock anyone.

Astrologers looking at their own chart

2008-04-29T12:04:00.000-07:00

If you ask me, I will always tell you never look at your own chart, but what does she do? After walking out the door to see lizards playing leap frog with each other on my front walkway, I think something is wrong. Especially since yesterday, my virtually bugless house needed me to call the exterminator. (please hit refresh for edits)
I had centipeds, red ants, normal ants, creatures I never seen walking across my yard and some in my house. Yes, this is time for the exterminator. I am not for murder, but I am for a bugless house. He didn't call me back. Lousy exterminator.

Today I called again and said: Geez I hope you make it here before the next black widow drops down. Funny how that got a call. I have found a black widow web last year, so this might hit the right note.

So murder is due soon, but I have to look at my chart. Why? I have lived here for 3 years.

Well Saturn is messing up my fourth house. I fortunately have not felt any of the ramifcations, but bugs...oh please. We do know Saturn is about to reverse directions and go directions...and oh yes Capricorn is on my 8th house. Don't bugs belong there? LOL? I mean if I am murdered by a Black widow is that not 8th house?

Ah-pure silliness I know. I am convinced that if we doi not have a sense of humnor in life, we have nothing. I wonder if I can teach the lizards to play ping pong....

What does Capricorn, Jupiter or Pluto have to do with it?

2008-04-23T12:27:00.000-07:00

I was pleased with the Pennsylvania Primary Results not only because of my prediction this past summer but also because I was proud to have been a Philadelphian. I like the commitment I saw from the voters. Passion runs high in that city. Just think Rocky and Art Museum stairs.

People become even more interesting under stress as well as happy. How Clinton and Obama play out fascinates me. Consider that government and authority is ruled by the 10th house and Capricorn. How interesting then that we have two major planets moving through that sign, and they entered the sign as the primaries began.

Pluto though it has been de-classified from a planet is a planet to me. It has a big wallop. Pluto entered Capricorn in January 2008 and Jupiter in December 2007. Several newscasters discussed how the Democrats have two very capable potential choices. Obama and Hilary.

I started playing around with Pluto and Jupiter in my head. I attached Hillary to one planet and Obama to the other because of what I see in their personalities and political concerns, at least verbalized. It was very clear to me that Hilary symbolized one planet and Obama the other. Can you guess who was Pluto? or who was Jupiter? McCain even fit in interestingly into this theory as his sun sign now is experiencing the transit of Saturn, which rules Capricorn.

I then looked at the transits and retrogrades of these two planets, and saw more about the election, which I will share soon. I am not sure this is valid, but it looking like it to me. I know in my head,Pluto and Jupiter reflect our two fiery Democratic Presidential runners.

Please share and join in.

What planet is Obama?
What planet is Hillary?

Aprill 22 ....Earth Day and politics

2008-04-22T11:11:00.000-07:00

I think many cannot help but think Primary this Earth Day. Those who know me- know hands down I am in an uproar at the lack of attention to the biggest problem the US and the world faces ..GLOBAL WARMING.

I thought this Earth Day maybe there would be a little chatter. let me put it this way...it makes no difference who we vote in this time, if Global warming is not handled. It will be irreversible and thus "the END" by 2014. This is fact and the denial around it is shocking. And NO ONE is addressing the issue. WHY I ask you? (I have theories but they don't work. Denial will not save the earth).

Do you think it is an accident that The Mayan Calendar ends in 2012? 30 years ago, I thought maybe this was more that they thought in terms that 2012 was an infinite amount of time in their minds. Now I wonder what they knew that we don't.

Just writing all this gives me heartburn. To think we are killing our children, our world by not dealing with this issue. The way it is going to look is...whoever wins might be the last President to NOT MAKE a difference in the total whole. ...if there isn't a real hands on policy.

As many of you who do and did not like Al Gore, he might be the only leader that can light the path. Hopefully the winner of this election gets smarts, forgets politics, and puts Gore in the necessary position to lead us out of this impending eternal blackout.

And maybe ..it is just the end.

The return from another planet..blush. I am sorry

2008-04-21T12:02:00.001-07:00

I have been deciding what to say when I returned to blogging...

I could say I did an ET and landed on another planet, which was why I was mia on this blog. And in a sense I would be telling the truth. Being an active astrologer takes me many hours a day, and when too much is going on in my other life, which is like another planet, where astrology is never discussed, I need to split, maintaining the columns and clients, and no more.

The issue for me is: do I work for a living or do I live to work. Really neither is true but sometimes I feel every moment is about astrology, and I have no time for my other planetary life. Living for me is my highest commitment, and when I stop doing that, I need to recycle. I feel empty during those periods like this past February. I could not even come up with a topic for the blog.

I have recharged and rebalanced my life-thank goodness. I have had 2 visits from my son from the East, and one from my daughter and her family. I moved Spirit close to me, and he is very happy. I have started a new business from one of my deepest loves...my animals. After checking into the cost of a stud for Jenny, my Cavallier King Charles Spaniel ...and playing with the figures..I decided it would be better to have my own stud. For whatever reason the cost of this breed have not fallen with the economy, but then they are English...Remember the spaniels in the painting with the English Kings? Long ears etc. They were breed to be lap warmers. That is Romeo's great, great, great great, great, great grand dad.

Romeo, a 9 week Cavallier puppy entered my life the beginning of March. He really does not quite know what to do yet, but he did hump his stuffed Easter rabbit! Baby Romeo is very beautiful and sweet. He will be the base of Romeo Stud Service, though I am not going to charge the same way or high fees other people do. I feel a tad like a pimp. I have his services already booked to 2 different dogs in approx 1o months. Great Jacqueline the Pimp. A new job.

Astrology was also one of my great loves as it still is,as long I don't get an overdose. I loved it from the day I read my first astrology book at 8. I love the people who are my clients. As they grow and transform, it is very exciting to watch. I was so sad when I became a professional astrologer as I lost my hobby when I was given my first column. I now understand I have been very lucky to do work I love. I was given a gift.

Ask yourself, as I often do, what is your true singular commitment this life? For me it is living well. I know it is only through example people learn. So my advise today is: live it up. Do what you most love, realizing you could be dead tomorrow. Now what would you do if you had only 10 hours to live? You would not work. I am sure.

Let's study 2 charts---

2008-02-25T07:41:00.000-08:00

I have another blog written and was going to post it, but on my mind is a conversation with my son. He asked Saturday: isn't the fervor around Obama like the one around JFK? I said no, it was different. I felt as if JFK popularity really soared at the Inauguration after a very rough and nerve wracking election.

I do believe that Kennedy's famous statment delivered at his Inauguration Speech " Ask not what your country can do for you, but what you can do for your country" marked the beginnings of the hippies who wanted to change a society that they saw as non functional. Also The Peace Corp bloomed after that point. His words did inspire a generation.

I started to think about similarities and differences between the two men. There are quite a few similarities. If this is true, there probably will be similiar configurations astrologically.

I am going to ask you to list opposite and similarities between these two men. Then I will go into the charts and try to find the similarities astrologicallly. For one, both men, are great orators. Our country absolutely falls prey to that quality or for instance they , if Obama would win, came after bumbling or not exactly elogant or suave presidents.

So let's you, think about the similarities or opposites. If you are an astrology buff, I am going to invite you to look at the charts to see what defines these qualities.

Okay... here we go

Astrology mates well with the New Genetics

2008-02-22T07:13:00.000-08:00

In my daily life, of late, I am exposed to a long term study of genetics and their impact, Today it already has been established, much that we have associated with "learned" behavior is actually chromosone driven. If you do a search, you will see the many documented studies.

A baby can have the gestures of her Grandmother which the parent does not have, without ever seeing the Grandmother. The shrug, the smile of the grandmother but the todler has no way of learning that, never having visited with that person. Passive aggressive behavior and other such behavior has been tied in as well..

I have been working with these realizations. I see huge implications for the law. He killed someone because his genetic make up said: do it.....? On some level it is a stunning and humbling realization that we might not be in control as much as we would like.

How does this blend with astrology? I am giving a lot of thought to that. Certainly it emphasizes the uniqueness and the importance of the Natal Chart, the chart that is created for the individual based on time of birth. How many of you have really had a complete study of your Natal chart, rather than just glimpses? I am often asked to do "Progressions" or a "Solar Return" for a client, but nothing will show up in these studies that is not promised in the Natal Chart.

I am also considering the trend of being able to modify our behavior, or being able to take responsibility and choose our destiny. This thought has been very hip for awhile and in some form has flowed into astrology. Now what...I ask..how do you feel about astrology and free will?

Let our debates begin...

This and that--

2008-02-21T06:29:00.001-08:00

I forgot, (yes I forgot!), until yesterday what a lunar eclipse can do to me.
I was so tired I wanted to find any corner to crawl up in. Of course this same fact could be attributed to about 4 hours sleep each night for the last ten days, as I have had to work overtime. Definitely a lot of planetary action but not problematic, other than I was constantly "fixing" things in my life. Hopefully it is done. The eclipse was a non-event for my chart yet lunar ones do drain me.

Question what did the eclipse do to you? Honestly you will be feeling or "should" be feeling its impact in the next weeks and months more than yesterday if it was a hit in your chart. So please share. I am sure though as a planetary configuration of the day it can cause activity or non-activity. Or sleep.....

A dear friend of me announces yesterday-"ah an eclipse-that explains it all"! I said: what does it explain ? People use the planets for excuses, explanations, and for insight. I think she is feeling overwhelmed. Unfortunately that has very little to do with the planets. I feel overwhelmed too a lot. Do you?

I think that is a pretty stable description of many of us today, and has more to do with society, support, much more paperwork, coping strategies than the planets. Poor planets they get blamed all the time!

I have been thinking as lot about coping strategies and boundaries in real life and how they are reflecting in the chart. I am sure Saturn is involved in boundaries. Do you have to declare your boundaries all the time? Do you have to repeat yourself over and over? Coping strategies or resiliency is definitely the moon. Perhaps another planet tossed in the mix depending oin the style of coping.

I saw a prime example of excellent coping this morning with LittleYip, my Cavallier King Charles Spaniel. I am serious.

My little Aries poochie usually goes on a romp in the morning before I wake up(so he thinks). He plays "I am the scary BIG CAT Hell's angel " with the meows. Then he raids the garbage, and then saunders back to bed, and pretends to sleep. He must have his belly rubbed by me when i wake up, yawning as if he hasn't been a Hell's Angel but a celestial one with wings. He always is right behind me to go out. This morning he wasn't. I called and called.

I got scared having lost 2 of my well-beloved 17 and 18 year old pets last year. Finally I realized this was no game. I went back to the bedroom. He was wagging away waiting for what seemed like more belly rubs. I went and checked him to find his tag got caught on the bedspread.

So instead of howling or yipping, he discovered he had a problem . He trusted in his universe and made the best out of what was a bad situation for a dog, who needed to go out. He used the problem tp requested more belly rubs. Now that is good coping skills. How are yours? remember to trust in a higher power, and maybe go for a cosmic belly rub. Look around, the universe speaks to us.

Another Monday-- maybe not

2008-02-18T07:01:00.001-08:00

As an astrologer I do not look at my chart unless I see myself doing something strange or a lot bizarre "stuff" starts happening. But this morning and I did not need to look at my chart, as-

I woke up like the Madwoman of Chaillot. The play is a poetic satire by Jean Giradoux, written in 1943, seized by Hollywood. Katharine Hepburn, Richard Chamberlain and other noteworthy actors brought life to this wonderful play. To read more on The Madwoman, just click ttp://www.princetoninfo.com/200003/00329p02.html.

Pulling back and watching myself in this nonsensical play, I stopped. It seems as if this Mercury Direct is hitting my subconscious bringing up the events of the period of the recent Mercury RX. They touched a very deep part of me, symbolically. The planet Mars was intertwined in Mercury going Retro. No surprise this morning Mercury and Mars are acting as if they are conjunct in my chart, where I am finding out just how strongly I feel about this and that. others are hearing about it too. LOL> And to think most of the time, I am quiet about my opinions, political and all.

We, Mars, Mercury and I have already penned a very funny first act, staging a wild scenario. The recipient wants more. Then me on politics..lol. I usually do not express opinions. But Jefferson, Aaron Burr and Hamilton were discussed over my first cup of coffee, and with passion. As if they were sitting at the table listening to me.

That is the impact I am seeing right now of Mercury Direct in my life. It certainly isn't boring but I do need to settle in. But then I hear this voice say: Why? (Mercury/Mars together)

Actually Mercury Retro can be wonderful, especially if used for reflection, to redo a project that might have fallen apart, or touchbase with a former friend or lover to find out what went on.

How did you use this Retro and are you experiencing any events or realization as mercury now speeds up? Off to the next act....

Take your choice: Venis in Aquarius; eclipse, mercury or a change of signs

2008-02-17T07:05:00.000-08:00

Please click on refresh before reading. I am making a lot of typos; my eyes need to be checked. Everytime I reread, I see one more. I am sorry)

Good morning!
I smile as I sit with my cup of coffee, looking at what stellar happenings are coming up. We have a busy week but not a horrible week. Of course that all depends upon your perspective.

You might have eclipse-itis ( a disease know to attack the astrological community when eclipses are near) or you could be radiant at the thought of Venus moving into a new sign, and a quite off beat sign at that.

I choose radiant. You also might be delighted if a Pisces that your birthday is around the corner. Many I know will be sighing relief as Mercury goes direct on the 18th. Take your pick.

I am sure your choice is justified, at least what you focus on, it also speaks of your headset. Is the cup half empty or is it half-full? Or are you focusing on one event?

Personally right this very second Venus gets my star attention. It is happening nearly as we speak. Plus,-Venus does tend to bring some delightful happenings depending on where it "lives" in your chart and where it has gone to visit. Where is Aquarius in your chart? Is that area a tad untraditional? no surprise. Venus in this sign could encourage you to extend friendship to those you care about, and perhaps those you don't. Find that fountain of brotherly love within you. Let it flow.

Aquarians greet a new love cycle as they look better and better for the most part with this transit. (Please do not eat abox of chocolate just to prove me wrong!) We do need to help the planets along.

Venus always reminds me of Mars, as they are traditonal symbols of love in most societies. Mars was involved with the Mercury Rx as the week Mercury went retro, Mars went Direct, so do expect some Mars action too this week. Mercury goes direct tomorrow. Do you think finally all the chaos settles? Maybe not as we go into an eclipse in Virgo, a mercury ruled sign. But that is for tomorrow that discussion.

Aquarius is the sign of friendship and brotherhood. Think "Age of Aquarius". You might also need to take a stand this week. Or do something about an abuse situation that could impact others. Venus in Aquarius encourages to show caring in your unique manner. Be happy today.

Are you worried about next week's eclipse?

2008-02-15T22:14:00.000-08:00

I have been avoiding thinking about the eclipses, but it appears the time has come to deal with them. Our reactions to them are somewhat like primitive man, fear, curiosity and "oh my goodness the world is coming to the end".

We have been experiencing eclipses for a very long time, and it seems the world is still there.

I do not deny that eclipses are powerful. They are. In working with them I find them uranian in nature, often creating the unexpected, or an unthought of scenario. They most impact people who are born on a Full Moon or New Moon because they replicate that setup. A Lunar Eclipse is a Full Moon Eclipse. A Solar Eclipse is a New Moon eclipse in a sense.

The experience of an eclipse hitting one's planets within one to two degrees opposition or conjunction is quite powerful. It can change your life. Maybe not that day but in the months and year that follows.

The house, the planet and what the planet rules determine the areas of change. Timing is different for Solar Eclipses than Lunar.

The end result on a Lunar eclipse -and we be looking at one next Feb 21 GMT- can take up to 18 months. Within a week some event could trigger, how it unfolds is according to the moon transits to the sun. The month mark is interesting as is 6 months and a year. The whole story will reveal itself at 18 months.

Now I am sure some of you might be worried about this eclipse. Maybe we can see what is going to happen. Please feel free to post or comment. Give me and everyone reading as much information in the simpliest form. Any planet involved give the degree, the house and the sign.
That should work! Also if you noticed it, you are into astrology. Fess up.Please let us know what you think will happen. I am going to help you interpert.

KARMA, The Fifth Estate and what would you do?

2008-02-14T15:46:00.001-08:00

Please hit refresh..I had a lot of typos here, and everytime I reread I see one and correct it.

I have been thinking about the power of the Fifth Estate. Generally before I make an idiot of myself I will search the term in google. I did.

Surprise! My son last month wrote a blog on the power of the Fifth Estate. If you want to learn more about it, its history, go to www.livingstonbuzz.com/blog/2008/01/06/welcome-... . Geoffrey is a best selling author "Now is Gone" and I am proud mother as you can tell. He also has extraordinary values and ethics. So I am going to pose this question/issue to him as well and ask for feedback.

I squashed my short term need of acting like a Mats Retro and going for it with the horse story. Though the image of a frying pan in my hand lingered in my mind.

It was hard but for the moment, it was more important to get Spirit home.

My attorney and I had a discussion about our priorities. We both love animals. Then we discussed karma. He said: you know about bad karma and what will happen here.. We agreed on that. He wanted me to let go and clear the heavy negativity. There is a lot to be said there.

I am also asking myself this question: Maybe it is more important to protect other horses from this type of experience. Maybe I need to use my Fifth Estate rights .
The stable wanted cash and only cash. No money orders . The owner said even cashier checks had been stopped. I in 28 years of being an astrologer have never had a check intentionally bounce on me. Of course I do not anticipate it will either. I believe in the power of positive thought. That is an example of karma.

Do I trust in karma , which is passive or do I assume my Fifth Estate rights and hit a homerun?

There was also big picture and little picture here.

Big was getting Spirit home and now bigger might be going the next step.

The stable, they looked at little picture: Money. . I tried very hard to make this work. It was too far away,. The big picture would have been to say we understand. Why don't you pay for one month extra rather than squeeze me for every penny in the contract.

Can you imagine what I might be saying now? Can you imagine the publicity that would have occured if generousity of spirit was expressed? And money would have flooded the doors as people talked. More boarders. That is how karma works.

Speak to me, which way would you go? Karma or changing the situation?
Please comment. I want to hear. I am not sure yet of what I want to do.

By the way every person I spoke to said they would have come and taken the horse out in the middle of the night!!! That amazed me. They would have waited to be sued. I am still digesting that one too. Perhaps it isn't always best to be straight forward..I don't know.

What would YOU do?

The morning after: Thank you for the emails. I would prefer if you hit comment and we talk.
Please share.

Mars RETRO sisters and brothers hang together

2008-02-13T19:43:00.000-08:00

As you know from my last post, Mars going direct with mercury retrograde is giving quite a punch to us Mars Retros. Yesterday I heard (names changed) from Mars retro Cindy. She was having a grand finale with her lover, and it was crazy with yelling and screaming. I heard from Mars Retro Jeff who was about to lambask his boss for this or that. I myself found my horse padlock at the stable I use, and I was not overdue in my stable fees. This was manipulation games. I saw red. Cindy saw red. Jeff saw red. Now when we go at it . itis bad-bad-bad. The interesting thing when there is disruption around us, we can say the most awful things to each other and it doesn mean anything. Mars Retros tend to not share their anger soon enough so when it goes, say goodbye at least for several hours. if not days, months, centuries.....

I hired an attorney as to me this went past stable, me and horse and became an animal right's issue. And it is. I am now watching the attorney run with it. I feel good. So do my other birds of the feather with their actions, but you would not want to be on the receiving end.

I think it is really healthy to have others people with similiar configurations in their chart as our own. it helpa me and it helps my brothers and sisters with Mars Retro in my life, Do any of you see that? Do you share similiar retros with friends? It would be most interesting to chat about. Please share. often families share similarities too.

Trouble for the Mars Retro Club

2008-02-11T14:29:00.000-08:00

Those of you who are members of the Mars Retro club and have a natal Mars retro might be noticing the change since Mars went direct. Back to the old times of volatility etc. I sort of liked the lulling quiet of the last few months.

For those of us who have Natal Mars retros, everyday of our lives are like what others experience during a Mars Retro. People do seem to yell alot. Add that factor in, and that we are use to a new found calmess, with a Mercury Retro, it is nearly funny.

At first when uproar began, I did not think about it. Today when some young miss wrote me a letter using these words:t do I have my tongue--------(great profaneity). Her complaint was that I was giving Geminis way too many stars. All Geminis, don't worry I will give you her email address...LOL.

So many people are so ignorant about astrology and in general. Profaneity and insults are supposed to have impact? I think not. It tosses someone off the ladder in my book. Then there is the school of thought that every sign needs to have the equal number of good days and bad days.
These poor people think the planets are cookies, -"one for me, two for you, one for you, two for me". If you are not aware, there are transits, and some of them can impact a sign for a very long time.

The dirty word chick obviously had low stars and probably has not gotten the message of her transits. I hope she will, for her sake. ...unless she goes into writing porno novels.

The dirty word chick isn't alone with all the yelling and tantruming. I have been storing some stuff for a friend who is out of town. He is calling me and tantruming that he cannot get the stuff. I am not holding "his stuff" hostage. In fact I would love to have an empty garage again. He just isn't around to get his stuff and has no place to put it in. How logical is that?

So---there was a suggestion about a post on the eclipses. There are always 2 eclipses within two weeks of each other. ..no big deal, unless you are hit by the eclipse within one to two degrees comjunction or opposition.

Please share about this last week, even if you are Mars direct. Please share with eclipse issues. Any other suggestions? I hope there are not too many typos. I am about to go to pick up my news glasses. I, ahem ,stepped on my last pair the other day! I will edited this when I return with new eyes. Just click refresh.

This and that --

2008-02-07T16:11:00.000-08:00

First-I want to thank all of you who participated in the last blog. As you can see when you read all the comments, how often we only hear what we want or what we fear. To do your own chart, i feel is like a Doctor performing surgery on him or herself. I am sure now we will do something like the last blog again. Of course I am open to suggestions. Please let me know in this blog, what you think would be a good blog topic.

I am seeing recurring themes with this Mercury retro in Aquarius , not surprising as Aquarius is a double sign.

I get one question about: will I get a job, with story,-to only get the same one from someone else, and the birthdata is remarkably similiar. They are different people..

The same has occured on the topic of love. I am hearing today of men madly in love with their women, wanting to commit, to taking off screaming: I don't know what love is- "i need to runaway", only to return. That I attribute to some kind of virus that must be striking elligible males.

Are you seeing the same issue being dealt with by different people. Think. Are you dealing with the exact same issue as a friend or someone you know? Please share.

You know if you are reading a lot of blogs, you might be noticing some scrapping between astrologers. You might wonder what gives. I know some of us astrologers are wondering that too.

A good astrologer never shuts down and always is learning more. For instance I woke up thinking of my wonderful cousin Kathryn this morning. Before I knew it I was calculating which house represented my maternal cousins and which one my paternal ones. then I went off to verify the information. All before my fiirst cup of Java.

When people trigger in general it is because they see something that is inside of them, whether they conquerored the demon or not. It still evokes a response. I think what I strive for is to not trigger or else how can i hear what others are saying? Do not even think I don't have trigger points. I do. the words "chill Jacqueline" have a remarkable impact on me. I do not know how many times a day I say that to myself.

I worry about some of my clients. I look at chart and I see a person's potential. if they aren't answering to it or aware, I do whatever I need to make them aware. I don't mean to be hard on thse souls but is it not fair to let them wonder what the world could hold for them?

I think if you look at the last blog, I encouraged some people to stretch or look for themes or, issues. Some answered the call; others unfortunately couldn't or didn't.

Comments as always are welcome.

Pluto in Capricorn to you

2008-01-29T15:03:00.000-08:00

Anyone who reads blogs or about astrology probably knows that Pluto moved into the sign Capricorn late last week. You have read-I am sure many interpertations as to what this planetary transformation means.

I am going to try and help you individualize this transit. Let us get to work with what Pluto in Capricorn means to you. First where is Capricorn in your chart? what house? What does that house represent? If some of you would like to give examples from your charts, it might be helpful.

For instance, I have Capricorn starting in my seventh, marriage house. It has been there in that house for about year as I also have late degree Sagittarius starting the house. This house is about partnerships and marriage. Am I seeing major changes in my relationships? Yes. I have but I am sure the different sign will flavor the changes here on in.

Where is Pluto in your chart? This will helps clue us in a bit more, as to how Plutonian energy impacts you.

Last but certainly not least-do you have any planets in Capricorn, Cancer, Aries or Libra, first 5 to 10 degrees? This is an important answer. Also what sign.

So now it is your job to fill in the gaps here...as we work to understand what Pluto in Cap means to you, yes just you.

Start sharing-if need be, include your birthdata.

Mars Retro: how did it impact you?

2008-01-27T17:10:00.000-08:00

I am very pleased to see how well people are handling and have handled all the unusually hot and dynamic aspects of late.

In some context, I am not sure that Mars Retro did not beat people up enough so that they would become more open to 'hearing". As I am seeing Mars about to go direct, I see a lot of completions occur, within couples, people understanding themselves better- all of whom are far more willing to learn and grow. I do not remember making that observation in general before with a Mars retro.

This Mars retro occured in Cancer and Gemini. Cancerian issues have come forward, family, home and relationships. Gemini issues of communication have openned. As a result, people seeing their communications not working, puledl back and tried another way , especially when dealing with a core Cancerian issue.

This week should be interesting as we have Mercury going Retorgrade Monday, probably testing the quality of new communications styles, and pointing to additonally yet more effective styles. I see a lot of talking about what was taboo months ago. Mars will go direct Wednesday. I am wondering how these two force will intertwine.

I hope some of you will share what you see as your mars RETRO experience, which begun mid November and the impact it has had on you. Did it impact your life? make you aware of problems or lacks? Are you going to make changes?

Saturn: be the very best at what you do

2008-01-20T11:00:00.001-08:00

Last summer I was asked to make a Presidential Prediction with the potential runners.

Sunday, yesterday I read in the lead story on AOL: Does big win predict fate? Refering to John McCain.

In the summer blog, I refered toMcCain saying --his karma would play out. I am so happy for this man. Finally he is getting the kind of acknowledgment he deserves whether he wins the nomination or not. I love looking at the big smile in the photos. Finally the universe has allowed him to have his just laurels. Saturn has given him his stellar report card and it looks like an A to me. And the teacher wrote a nice note with the grade too.

There is a very important lesson to all of us in this story.

John McCain has Saturn in his sun sign.

How many times have you heard horrible things about that transit?

A mature and responsible approach allows Saturn to demonstrate what is deserved.

Yes, John McCain has worked hard to get this far and he is working hard now.

I had an associate in the news business who worked his tail off and in the same transit suddenly saw his career explode. Huge payraise, promotion and great contract.

Saturn can be a taskmaster yet Saturn rewards those who have lived authentically and responsibly.

I have several stories like the two above which I use when reading a client.
We do have free will. We are able to maximize the power of the planets.

For all of you groaning about Saturn, or even wondering about your Saturn transit, remember McCain. You might not be the next President possibility but you can be the very best in what you do. Get going . You too can step up to the plate...

The magic of astrology

2008-01-19T08:34:00.000-08:00

I was working late a few nights ago, enjoying myself. Suddenly knock knock on the door.
It was only 1 am!!!!

A dear friend was pounding in my door. "I have to talk to you". "x" , my friend has been in a relationship if you listen that appears volatile, where the fighting is continuous. He obviously cares and so does she. They have a child together, but she seems to always be on a rampage with "x" and "x" is moralizing.."you should ..". Does this set up sound familiar? How many of you have been in similiar setups?

He wants to marry her; she wants to marry him. Yet there is no marriage on the horizons as he insists on being more stable financially first. He might be right as the conditons around him are not the best for a family. I am a tad old school here. Get married and work together to get where you want. "Let the dog eat peanut butter with you".

I pulled out his chart, then hers. Suddenly something starting hitting me. I asked for his Mom's birthdata and his best friend (also a woman). And I also have a deep friendship with him.

Out pops in all of our charts 2 important astrological degrees involving 1) sun 2) moon 3)ascendant in each chart. All of us had 5 to 6 degree Aquarius. "X" does not have any planets in this degree or the next one. All of us had 12-13 degree Leo.

Aquarius and Leo are on the opposite side of the seesaw. They have the same issue but very different approaches. All of us manifest this seesaw dynamic in our charts in our lives.

As a result of astrology, "X" and I discussed the issue that was all over his life as it manifest in his friendly Aquarian/Leo combos. It is never an accident when you draw that many repeat patterns . Working with the issue he was able to move above it and resolve it. (He is fairly evolved and can process with ease). It was also 7:15 am when he felt complete. Yawnnnn!

Last night he proposed to his Sweetie. The wedding is in 1 month.
He did the jump quickly; most people take longer. The identifying of the true issue in his life reveals the power of astrology. A stuudy in your friends, family or loved ones charts can help you get across the line as "X" did.

How do you manifest Mars energy?

2008-01-15T12:15:00.000-08:00

Mars retro will be ending soon. We have been experiencing this retrograde since mid-November, and by now hopefully we know what this Mars jig means to us as indviduals.

I am going to repost a blog, that caused a lot of comment about Mars. Consider the ideas.. Decide if you need to change your "Mars" energy. You are about to have the opportunity.

Think Mars. Think about anger and sex. Consider the energy and agression which stem from this planet. Do you think this planet may be more important than we realize? It deal with raw primal energy in our lives. The more I ponder it, how we deal with our anger, aggression and energy determines a good part of who we are and our lives.

People avoid relating totally because of their anger about what has happened with other relationships.People avoid people because of unprocessed anger. Probably anger is one of the least processed feelings I know and the one that gets distorted the most often.

Anger can shape a personality, relationship and attitude towards the world. It can sabatoge us when we least expect. It can distract us to the point of having a car accident. It can have us blowing up at a new friend who may have said diddly squat, but just the same reminded us of a past hurt. Anger is nearly always at the base of a murderer's psche. Anger fuels great art, music and self-expression too.Most people look at anger as a feeling, an ugly one.

Why not look at it as a feeling which motivates us to do soemthing about a situation or clear it out? Sometimes we are even embarassed to look at our anger and its consequent acts.Are you ready for the topper? Through many years of therapy, I learned that anger is not so much a feeling but a defense mechanism to protect one from hurt. Think about it.I also learned that anger is hurt gone too far. I see that correlation with ease. If you don't say: ouch, that statment or what you did hurt my feelings- , you could easily get angry and angrier about the hurtful situation.

One of the ways to prevent anger from brewing might be speaking of our feelings before they get to rage?There is also the issue that many cannot deal with hearing we are angry or hurt. They react and their reactions form their lives and our interactions with them. How might we learn to state our feelings in a less accusatory way? And then there are the people who always hear us as accusing them of something even when we aren't . They have heard a lot of anger in their lives.What are your feelings here? How do you view anger?

Consider this quote: If you knew the secret historyof those you would like to punish -you would find a sorrow and sufferingenough to disarm, all your hostility.

There is another issue: when is the time to walk away from a hurtful situation because the other person cannot hear us? When there can be no resolution. How many of you have done that? Were you really sure there was no resolution or was it more comfortable to walk away?

Take a quiet moment. Think about your anger and how it might have shapped or determined your life. Has it been a strong force in your life? Have you been sick a lot. Sickness often is anger turned inward. Would you like to change how you use this energy? When Mars goes direct, the time to act.

Please share about your Mars Retro, and how you might like to change your Mars self-expression. How have you been expressing your anger? How would you like to express anger.

Do you have an astrological twin? Do you have a twin?

2008-01-13T13:47:00.000-08:00

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Energy. Vitality. It comes from your sun . Boy do I need some.

I am like nearly everyone else I know fighting this extenuated flu and virus. I don't want to count the weeks, because I might get depressed. All I know is Antonio, a youthful and normally spry friend of mine got sick 4 days after me, and he is dragging around like I am. He is a Taurus. I am an Aquarian. Our suns are in the same degrees but different signs. There is an answer here, and I am bound and determined to find it. meanwhile it is all we can do to get our work done.

I have a fellow Aquarian pal; we have known each other for years. We have the exact same degree sun sign. We are born 20 years apart, but have our personal planets for the most part in the same sign with the same rising sign as well. Today she called. I listened to her tale of events and sickness. All I could say is ditto and ditto again. Here we see the power of astrology clearly. We do not even need to speak to each others for a weeks or two but we will be leading parallel lives.

The sun sign reveals for a woman..the important men in her life, career and her vitality. If my twin is experiencing a break up in a relationship, I can be pretty sure I am heading into rocky waters in the same area. Most likely I am already rafting through white waters.

All said and done, it is interesting to have a twin astrologically, but not in the classic form of same day, same year, same time. Do you have one? Do you know someone who jumps the same hoops as you, year after year?

For years my twin and I have followed the same patterns. We have made major moves in the same years, we have lost pets the same years and inevitably we are sick at the same time. We confirmed the sameness once more today. I sure hope she feels better soon.

I have other Aquarian friends, but they do not follow pattern, but their sun sign is not the same degree as mine. That can make all the difference. Do you know anybody born on the same day as you , who often is moving to the same dance as you? Please share.

Resolutions and affirmations part 1

2007-12-30T11:02:00.000-08:00

Last night I was at party where I was surrounding by only ministers. They were very serene and centered. Out of curiosity, I asked them did they make New Year Resolution. (I felt very superficial asking this question after they discussed the Lord passed through them but well...). They did not.

I have a strong belief in New Year's Resolutions. I always have had. To me, New Year's eve and the days before, are an excellent time to review year and make decisons about what you want.

I ask you: what would make you happy? I ask you: what do you want?

Focus and center.

Most years I also study the resolutions of the past year, and decide did I get there. I think focus on priorities is very important. The Lord may past through you but there is still free will.My last year resolutions came out of disatisfaction.

I recently, close to 2 1/2 years ago made a cross country move. After the euphoria died down, there were ramifcations left and right. My cousin who is a psycholgist told me it took 2 to 4 years to settle in from a cross country move. LOL-so much so in his case, he moved back home at the 2 year mark to discover he hated there too, to return back to Phoenix.

New Years eve last year I was pissed at myself about three items. I decide to handle them. They were not easy issues. I was able to and to resolve them, partially because of that very diffcult summer. I made it. In sum, I wanted to settle in well.

I am smiling and content this year. I have made several other resolutions this year, evolving from last year's resolution success.

They are personal or else I would share them.I will discuss your New year's Resolutions after you read and comment on this abbreviated next year resolution than ran in Sweden, and not in the US. Also share about what you want this next year.
Aries (March-21-April-19) ****You jump into 2008 wishing you felt better. Don’t worry. Many Rams will greet a spectacular year. Your status in your profession or community will expand, putting you at a new level. A pay raise or promotion could come your way. You might be considering reinventing yourself, which might look like a change in your career direction or a greater commitment to your community. Take good care of your health, as you will push yourself to the max.Motto for the year: Be diligent about health and indulgent with authority figures to make 2008 work its magic.
TAURUS(April-20-May-20)*****In 2008, you often might wonder what is going on, as so much is happening. The Bull’s stability is renowned. You will handle all the changes with grace. If you’re in a relationship, you might want a concrete symbol of your love, reflective of your life phase. If you’re single, you might feel more isolated than before. A new person could enter your life, especially someone who is very different. Cutting any ties this year could be hard. Motto of the Year: Walk with confidence.Motto for the year: Walk with confidence.
GEMINI(May 21-June 20)****This year your foundations will be tested. Though you could encounter a difficult moment or two, know that ultimately events will tighten your security and help dump what might not be working. Your finances involving a partner will see more zeros at the end. How you receive these funds could occur in different ways. Your home, be it your abode or the people in your domestic circle, could become much more of a responsibilityMotto for the year: Learn to work with a partner even more.

Resolutions: affirmations Part 2

2007-12-30T10:52:00.000-08:00

Cancer
(June 21-July 22)
*****
Your relationships revitalize this year. You will feel as if you finally have choices. If you’re single, you could meet someone who might become a significant person in your life. If you’re attached, your relationship either will improve or dissolve. If you’re happily attached, even if you cannot imagine, you will be even happier or more appreciative of your sweetie. On the other hand, please note a far more serious tone to your interactions this year.
Motto for the year: You are pushing hard this year. See a doc if you're not feeling up to snuff.
LEO
(July 23-Aug. 22)
***
Learn to handle your finances better in 2008. Some investments might be slower to come to fruition. Patience will be a must. Your daily life develops a more upbeat and busy tone. Someone you met this past year could be lighting up your life, perhaps adding to your responsibilities, whether you like it or not. A new pet is possible, as is a new circle of friends. Do your best to incorporate a health and exercise plan.
Motto for the year: Health is not only a condition of the body but of the mind.
VIRGO
(Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
****
You’ve had a heavy planet in your sign since September 2007. You will be diligent and painstaking, not doing anything halfway. The problem lies in the effort you need to put out to complete tasks. Count on finishing despite a tumble or two. If you’re single and longing for a meaningful bond, delight could surround what lands in your lap 2008. Love waves hello to all Virgos. Attached Virgos might act like honeymooners.
Motto for the year: You can and will juggle the many different forces in your life.
LIBRA
(Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
****
This year you dance to a new tune. At the same time, you are in the process of ending a cycle that began roughly 26 years ago. For several months, some of you have been experiencing a low-level depression. Events might relate to someone who entered your life 26 years ago or a life phase that began then. You might not want a lot of thinking time, so don’t brood over this issue or similar situations. At the same time, you do enjoy your home life more than ever, or you might invest in real estate.
Motto for the year: You are in a passage where at the end, the sun beams.
SCORPIO
(Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
*****
Optimism and cheerfulness are not qualities generally associated with Scorpio. Nevertheless, this description might fit you in 2008. Perhaps not every day, but in hindsight, you will have smiled a lot more than in past years. Interactions become easier, especially in daily life. You might make inroads with a distant sibling or neighbor. Relax and watch as a new phase of your life enters
Motto for the year: If you can think of it, you can manifest it.

SAGITTARIUS
(Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
****
Lucrative and rewarding are words you will associate with 2008. You will reveal your talents, gifts and personality in a new and perhaps more powerful, meaningful manner. By the end of 2008, you will be clear as to how much you have to offer. The year begins with a transformation within a partnership, and others coming toward you. Decisions appear as the palette of a relationship changes color to reflect the new you. Responsibilities call.
Motto for the year: If having difficulty, look through "new eyes" and the answer appears.
CAPRICORN
(Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
*****
Celebrate the coming of 2008 as you haven’t for years. New Year’s Eve brings a brand-new luck cycle. This year could be one of the most dynamic of 11 years. Problems that might occur in the next few months are simply making openings for the wonderful possibilities that will be dropping into your lap. Know what you want, and you can receive just that. Travel or education could be more complicated than in the past.
Motto for the year: Stay receptive to the different venues that open your mind and heart.
AQUARIUS
(Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
***
You love your friends, we know, but this year you could want more private or personal time. You will delight in those periods where you are free to do whatever pleases your heart and spirit. You might meet someone who is emotionally unavailable. A professional or personal bond becomes weighty, encouraging another look at the essence of this relationship.
Motto for the year: Reflect deeply choosing your direction, which could earmark a spectacular 2009.
PISCES
(Feb. 19-March 20)
****
Others test your mettle. Do you want to hang in there? Remember you always have freedom of choice. A renegotiation could occur in the next year as to how you relate, adding to the strength of your bond. If you decide it is time to pass, you’ll discover that your friends are a remarkable source for meeting new people. Know one thing for sure, Pisces, you are destined to get what you want. All you have to do is wish upon a star.
Motto for the year: Wish, verbalize, manifest.

2007-12-30T10:36:00.000-08:00