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A subtle shift this morning: freedom-loving Uranus turns retrograde 5:49AM ET, not to turn direct until December 14th. When a planet is retrograde, the energy it represents is best expressed by turning inward, instead of outward. When direct, Uranus tends to rebel against the status quo set by others. When retrograde, Uranus needs to set itself free from limits that are self-imposed. That is your subtle mission over the next few months, guided by the Sabian Symbol for 8 degrees of Aries: “a crystal gazer”.
Someone who looks into a crystal ball is intending to see a vision of the future. So what limits do you need to release internally in order to see that vision clearly — and have a real shot at making that vision come true? Those born with planets between 3 and 10 degrees of Aries, Cancer, Libra and Capricorn will be feeling the need for freedom more than most. Don’t know where your planets are? Consider booking a consultation with your local astrologer.
Friday is relatively quiet. The weekend begins early when Moon goes void of course at 3:46PM…not to enter Gemini until 8:26 AM ET on Saturday. Friday should be another great night for music and other charms to soothe a savage…beast, including a pair of rose-colored glasses.
That rosy outlook continues into Saturday, as Mercury and Venus make an idealistic connection at 6:42PM ET. That suggests a need to confirm what you hear, given that mental Mercury turns retrograde at 10:16PM ET. It turns direct on August 8th. What can we expect?
Mercury retrograde gets such a bad rap because we are geared, in this crazy modern age, to always be thinking, doing, moving FORWARD. Ya know what that gets you? BURN OUT. We need our down times, and Mercury retrogrades are a perfect time to sloooooooow down. We see this reflected in the curious increase in gizmo crashes (computers and phones), communication and transportation delays and other snafus. We may also find ourselves having to repeat what we’ve just said, running into people we haven’t seen in years and having to repeat what we’ve just said.
Getting through Mercury retrograde periods requires FOCUS and PATIENCE. During this time, avoid signing contracts, double check details a zillion times, avoid making major purchases (especially mechanical ones) and don’t believe everything you see in the headlines. With Mercury retrograde, chances are high that there’s more to the story. Gossip is to be avoided, too.
Do plan on RElaxing, REviewing, REsearching, REorganizing, REgenerating, REconnecting and REcreating. Clean out those closets. Organize those files. Get back in touch with people. Turn off your cell phone — or your computer — for a while. Take a trip — yes, really — or any break from your normal routine. Is that why we so often see people going on strike during Mercury retrograde? When in doubt, practice the art of SILENCE.
This Mercury retrograde kicks off at 12 degrees of Leo. The Sabian Symbol for this degree is “a old sea captain rocking”…and it’s a nice complement to “a crystal gazer”. Of the sea captain, my go-to Sabian Symbol guru Blain Bovee writes that we should keep in mind “maintaining poise while reading how the tides change; knowing what is coming by sensing the prevailing mood. Watch for forecasting trends…” in all areas of life. Hmmm…sounds like a time for FOCUS.
In Leo, Mercury retrograde suggests REviewing or REconnecting with our sense of play, passion and noble honor. Potential pitfalls are stubborn pride and/or delusions of grandeur. Watch the headlines. And look to see where 1 to 12 degrees of Leo falls in your horoscope, as that is the area where the influence of Mercury retrograde will be experienced in your own personal world.
Also influencing the weekend: stern Saturn challenging the Sun, exact at 12:14AM ET on Sunday. Watch the headlines as fearless leaders may need to make tough choices. The rest of Sunday is light and gabby…and if you’re taking a long weekend, lucky you. Because on Monday, Moon will be void of course from 6:56AM ET until 8:31PM ET — perfect for a day off.
Yesterday I shared a few headlines expressing the symbolism of Neptune in Pisces: drugs, deception, infections, oil, oceans. Not the most upbeat of topics, I know. So to make it up to you — here is Neptune referring to music, spirit and blissful communion. I guarantee it will make you smile — put on your rose-colored glasses, your dancing shoes and enjoy!
Moon in Taurus needs to keep things as they are — or as they should be — for the ultimate goal of preserving material security. This is a day to take comfort in food, sweet music and snuggles — assuming said snuggles are available. It is also a day when you — or others around you — may be digging in their heels or stamping their feet like a terrible two year-old and simply refusing to budge…likely over some idealistic perspective that simply can not be discussed in rational terms.
Emotions may run deep and high around 11:34 AM ET, when Moon cozies up to transformational Pluto…and a dramatic clash of mood vs. mind may occur around 8:35PM ET, when the stubborn Moon squares off against mental Mercury in royal Leo. These are potentials, mind you. Hopefully in your own personal world, you’ll apply the steady determination and organizational skills of a Taurus Moon constructively — without the stubborn drama.
Meanwhile, I am already hearing reports of computers and other communication devices and systems on the fritz. That’s your friendly reminder to back up your computers and iPhones in preparation for Mercury turning retrograde on July 14th.
In other news, I was thrilled to hear from the reader who clicked on a recent link posted in this forecast that takes you to a website that tells you if one of the 50 states — and parts of Canada — might be holding money you didn’t even know was owed you. This reader just got a check for $125 — how cool is that?
Headlines that have caught my eye include yesterday’s void-of-course Moon vote in the House of Representatives to repeal the Affordable Care Act. The general rule on events occurring during a void is that they are likely to be of no consequence. We shall see…
General note on the headlines: with Neptune now firmly in the early part of Pisces, it is interesting to see all of these stories of mysterious infections, drugs, oceans, and oil on the NYT homepage as I type. I expect more of the same over the next thirteen years.
Another loooong void-of-course Moon, suggesting a day of rest and taking care of routine, as of 5:23AM…not to enter Taurus until 7:30PM ET. You may recall the Moon was void-of-course all day on Sunday, in the dreamy, go-with-the-flow sign of Pisces…which frankly, isn’t too much of a stretch. Today, however, the Moon is in Aries, a sign that prefers to charge ahead at full speed…and that may produce more than a few twists and trials to our patience. Why? Because when the Moon is void-of-course, moving forward purposefully in a straight line is more likely to take an unexpected detour. This particular Moon void begins on an ambitious (plus side) or restrictive (down side) challenge from controlling Saturn, setting the tone for the day.
Once Moon does enter Taurus at 7:30PM ET, the need for material security and comfort becomes more important than being Number One.
If you are new to the forecast and don’t know what a void-of-course Moon is, go to my website and read the forecast posted on February 10, 2012. Normally I would post a hyperlink right here….but my computer is not functioning as designed…and it’s only four days away from Mercury turning retrograde. Shocked, shocked I am…..*
*astrologer’s joke. Computer issues are legendary just before, during and just after Mercury retrograde periods. Do back up your computer now, please.
Plenty of energetic flow in matters of mind and body to get you through another day of Moon in fiery Aries. What world will you aim to conquer with a clever pitch or airy, optimistic flourish? Get it off your desk today if you can, as Moon will be void of course from 5:23AM to 7:30PM ET on Wednesday.
At 9:48PM ET the 3rd Quarter Moon is challenged by the touchy-feely Sun in Cancer, bringing you a final hit to the New Moon agenda set at the beginning of this lunar cycle. Your mission is to work it out.
In other news, Mercury will turn retrograde at 12 degrees of Leo on Saturday, July 14th at 10:16PM ET. It turns direct on August 8th. This 3 1/2 week period will afford plenty of opportunity to REview plans, REorganize offices and closets and REconnect with people, places and things from the past. It requires extreme FOCUS in all areas of communication and gizmos, lest ye be plagued by snafus. Rule #1: Back up your computers now.
A definite shift in tone this morning, compared to yesterdays’s dreamy float through Pisces. Moon blasted off into RAMbunctious Me-me-me Aries, suggesting a day with a reigning need of falling down stairs because it is faster than walking…and/or being a leader, pioneer and an inspiration. Caveat: this Aries Moon can be more aggressive than usual, courtesy of clashes with the warrior Mars, followed by challenges later from disruptive Uranus and ruthless Pluto. What kind of aggression? Well, minutes ago, news hit the wires of a Spirit Airlines plane that had to land because of an unruly passenger on board. Film at 11.
In other news, disruptions of the status quo may be felt by some as the FBI shuts down a DNS server that was put in place to avoid damages caused by hackers. Is your computer at risk? Find out…and get the whole story at Www.dcwg.org
East Coasters, get it off your desk in the morning and then skip town if you can. West Coasters, you could probably phone it in — without consequence. Moon goes void of course at 11:48AM ET and drifts through the rest of the day until 12:29AM ET on Saturday. Really, anything that crops up may well feel like a crisis (and won’t be), and it could likely feel as if it’s taking you ten times as long to get it done as it normally does. But don’t take it from me…just note the void period and see how you experience it. As for me, I have a couple of important writing projects that must ship — and then I’m getting a pedicure. With the Moon in eccentric Aquarius, it’s anyone’s guess what shocking color I will choose — cobalt blue, maybe? Hmmm…maybe not.
Moon will be in the dreamy sign of Pisces on Saturday and Sunday. If you have necessary chores — especially a shopping list to complete, then do it on Saturday, though do note that aspects to the Moon suggest a self-indulgent vibe. You may spend a little more than you intended…but you’ll likely enjoy whatever you’ve purchased. On Sunday, the Moon goes void of course — still in Pisces — encouraging a dreamy flow. Activities involving intangibles: spirit, healing, meditation, film, fantasy, art, music — are all favored. Why — it’s another perfectly lovely weekend — enjoy!
And now, the news. With Uranus (aviation, technology, earthquakes, uranium) and Mercury (information) so prominent yesterday, it makes sense that we would see headlines like this: a long-awaited report on what caused the crash of an Air France jet in 2009 (answer: human beings relying on too much on computers instead of themselves); another report declaring the crisis at the Fukushima nuclear power plant a man-made disaster. It is worth noting that there have been significant protests in Japan over the re-opening of nuclear power plants in recent days. Protests are apparently rare in Japan — and these particular protests were not getting much coverage in the local mainstream media. Well, now you know.
Have a great weekend — next week is looking busy — and Mercury goes retrograde on July 14th. You know what that means — time to REview your life — with your local astrologer.
Peace out!
After two days of proactivity it’s time to chill. Moon goes void-of-course in earthy Capricorn for 12 hours, starting at 8:25AM ET (if you are new to this forecast and don’t know what a Moon void is, click on the helpful link above). The void begins on a sobering connection to stern Saturn, planet of discipline and structure, but frankly, the party poopers will face tough competition from the swell of idealism that follows at 9:27AM ET, as mental Mercury and loving Venus make an intensely rose-colored hook-up. Why not go with the flow? During a long Moon void, that is an excellent course of action, as efforts to move purposefully in a straight line are more subject to twists and turns.
This is an awesome day for inventive minds and unconventional connections and approaches. Mercury and socially conscious Venus also make easy connections to innovative Uranus at 1:54PM ET and 10:36PM ET. Brainstorm to your heart’s content; hang out with a weird, wacky group of friends or strangers, and sit on the edge of your seat, waiting for today’s big announcement about the Higgs boson particle, a.k.a. the “God particle”. Astrological patterns support the rumors that they are closerthanthis to finding it…very, very hopeful…but so far, no cigar. The announcement is perfectly in synch with astrological patterns, as the Higgs boson theory was first posed in the early 60s (1964, I believe), just before the Uranus-Pluto conjunction in Virgo. Makes sense that we would see a major development happening on the Uranus-Pluto square.
Quantum physicists and astrologers have a few things in common. How so? Consider this:
Theory predicts that the Higgs boson’s existence is too fleeting to be recorded by LHC instruments, but physicists think they can confirm its creation if they can spot the particles it decays into.
A parallel example in astrology is any astrological pattern, such as the Uranus-Pluto square that is the dominant pattern for the next three years on Planet Earth. What is the physical reality of this pattern? What does it look like? I have no idea. But I know this pattern matters, because I can spot what happens on planetary and individual levels, as a result. Ooohhhhh…that is so… “choke me in the shallow waters/before I get too deep”. Take it away, Edie Brickell & the New Bohemians (after you listen to the song, consider buying it on iTunes).
The Moon enters Aquarius at 8:26PM ET, right before the fireworks begin on the East Coast. Let the friendly, humanitarian, socially significant (albeit somewhat eccentric) vibe continue….all day Thursday…and again on Friday. Please make sure everything is set up properly if you are setting off fireworks, especially if you set them up during the 12-hour Moon void.
Have a Happy 4th!
Could be a rollicking morning as the Moon, now in “make-it-happen” Capricorn squares off against rebel Uranus at 8:45AM ET. A surprise, a flash of insight — or some other disruption of the status quo? Add to this the potentially combustible entry of the Red Planet, Mars, in peace-seeking Libra at 8:32AM ET. OK, pop quiz to those of you who have been reading the forecast diligently for some months. What is significant about the beginning of Libra (and Aries, Cancer and Capricorn)? Can you remember? That’s right — zero degrees of Libra is at the Aries Point, a place in the zodiac of special significance or prominence, also suggesting a turning point. So with Mars in Libra at the Aries Point, we can expect assertions of will (Mars) — perhaps even related to a relationship (for better or for worse) — expressed to the public. Keep an eye out for such events from July 1-8.
The Moon reaches exact fullness at 2:52PM ET at 12 Cancer/Capricorn. What do the Sabian Symbols reveal? For the Sun, “one hand slightly flexed with a very prominent thumb”; for the Moon “a fire worshipper”. How interesting to see the word “prominent” echoed in a chart with Mars at the prominent Aries Point. And how interesting that Mars refers to willpower…and in palmistry, an inflexible thumb suggests someone with a stubborn will. Accentuating the thumb — with a ring, for example — is usually an indication of anger issues. We become angry when we perceive that our will is thwarted or otherwise blocked. Anger is another keyword related to Mars.
For “a fire worshipper”, Blain Bovee points out that fire is “the active phase of combustion of passion and spirit”. I think of flames of desire…which is another expression of willpower. OK. So. Building on your New Moon agenda from two weeks ago, in which it was suggested that you fine tune your patterns of thought and communication so that they are aligned with what you really want…now we have a cosmic green light to release (the Full Moon is about release) what you want to the Universe, so that it may manifest. Blain Bovee writes: “…look for characteristics of resolve, conviction, inner strength; or inflexibility; unyielding in one’s stance; fixed in one’s beliefs”.
Well, OK. What do you want? Can you articulate it clearly and precisely? I raise this question because it has been brought to my attention via more than one source in recent weeks, and with every source saying the same thing, I will share it with you. Somewhere, years ago — I read in Eckhardt Tolle’s book, The Power of Now…or maybe it was Conversations With God…or maybe it was Illusions, by Richard Bach (all great books about how the world is quick to respond to our words and thoughts,which is how we create our reality on this Big Blue Marble)…and what I read was this: the Universe — or whatever it is that turns our thoughts into reality has an odd way of agreeing with whatever you think or say. If you are thinking, “I am no good; I am not qualified to get that job”, the Universe will find ways to agree with you. If you are thinking horrible thoughts about someone, that person will be more likely to act horribly to you. But if someone has a reputation for acting horribly and you begin thinking of them as “lovely and talented,” for example, you will be more likely to have a positive experience with them.
Eliminating negatives such as “don’t” and “can’t” are also key in manifesting desire. Thinking, “oh, geez, I don’t want to be late,” when you are trapped in a stalled subway train on your way to an important meeting is less effective than thinking, “somehow I’ll get there on time”. In fact, consider eliminating the word “want” from your list of wants, as in “I want to be earning more money” or “I want to attract my soulmate”. Why? Because the Universe is likely to agree with your statement…and leave you wanting! This is why affirmations are stated as an “active positive”, as in, “I am attracting my soulmate” or “I am generating more income”, so that the response may be a huge statement of YES, YOU ARE!
OK — in the news, Anderson Cooper shocks…well, not so many people…with a simple statement that he is gay, always has been and is very happy about it, thank you very much. What is interesting from an astro-logical point of view is that the timing of this statement is perfectly reflected in the horoscope. Mr. Cooper was born June 3, 1967 at 3:46PM in NY, NY. He’s a Gemini with Moon in Aries, Libra rising. He needs to be a pioneer, to inspire, to be first, to be courageous (Moon in Aries)– as he applies his Gemini Sun energy to being clever and informative. He is the personification of integrity in relationship (Libra rising) and his public image is one of sensitivity and caring (Cancer Midheaven), even in the most dangerous situations (Mars is on the Ascendant; Mr. Cooper has a long track record as a war correspondent, bringing us a behind-the-scenes perspective).
Mr. Cooper’s Mercury — relating to his mindset — has been going through a major transformation, courtesy of the Uranus-Pluto square, presumably leading to emancipation and empowerment (the cycle completes in December). As the New York Times article states (click the link in the preceding paragraph), “But his thinking changed over time…” Exactly! Meanwhile, Saturn, planet of structure has just crossed his 19 degrees of Libra rising for a third and final hit, suggesting a newly crystalized sense of identity after a period of releasing whatever no longer serves. Transiting Saturn is currently opposing his natal Moon at 23 Aries in the 7th house (the public) and squaring his Midheaven, suggesting an ambitious and/or major change of direction that is directly related to professional and/or family status. (Moon rules the Midheaven). So simple, so perfectly timed — bravo, Mr. Cooper!
Julian Assange is not so simple. A reader has requested some thoughts, so here they are. The current birth data of record is July 3, 1971 at 3PM in Townsville, Australia. Sun at 10 degrees of Cancer in the 8th house of “other peoples affairs”, squaring rebel Uranus (which also refers to technology & genius). Moon in Scorpio (needing to be seen as a person of depth and substance, gaining knowledge for the sake of power and control) is in the 12th house (working behind-the-scenes), ruling the 9th (internationalism and publishing). Ascendant is 2 degrees of scruffy Sagittarius, with natal Neptune and Jupiter on the Ascendant, opposed by restrictive Saturn on the cusp of the 7th (other people). Saturn rules the 3rd house, which refers to communication and knowledge. Jupiter is in Scorpio, ruling the 12th of the self-undoing and government institutions; this man needs to be on a mission, likely involving a leap of faith. Mars is in Aquarius opposing the Midheaven, suggesting he needs to be a rebel with a cause in areas related to homeland security, applied as a public service (Mars rules the 6th house of service).
Assange’s horoscope has been a hotbed of activity for some years now. In late 2010, when Wikileaks began releasing volumes of unclassified and classified U.S. diplomatic cables, ruthless Pluto and rebel Uranus were in challenging aspect to his Midheaven and Ascendant, suggesting upheaval, power plays and prominence. What’s going on in Assange’s horoscope right now? Last year, nebulous Neptune squared Jupiter, suggesting tricky legalisms in a chart that is already predisposed to weirdness in that arena. Neptune is squaring the Ascendant and Saturn, again pumping up the volume of weirdness and veil of mystery/confusion/illusion that is a natural part of Assange’s existence. If you’ve been following the Assange drama, a court in London declared he could be extradited to Sweden to face allegations of sexual assault. Somehow, Assange turned up in the embassy of Ecuador (surprise!), where he is seeking political asylum. Will he be granted asylum? I am not sure, but I do note a couple of strong positive measurements suggesting assistance and success, which are exact on July 18th and August 29th . Additionally, a geographic relocation is suggested — but the question is, to where? Looking at the astrocartography of his horoscope relocated Ecuador, it could certainly provide a refuge for an emancipated and empowered rebel. Still, there are strong forces that presumably would prefer to see him shipped off to Sweden. With Assange’s Sun at 10 Cancer about to be hit by the Uranus-Pluto square starting at the end of next year and continuing through 2013, I expect to see more dramatic stories of his (potential) emancipation and empowerment continuing through then.
Ready for another week of excitement? Well, here it comes…
You can bounce out of bed with Moon still in opinionated Sagittarius, supported by a constructive connection to disciplined Saturn at 7:08AM ET. That can help launch you into action — or at least a grounded philosophical discussion. Note Moon goes void at 6:21PM ET on a challenge from aggressive Mars in perfectionist Virgo, so try to engage your brain before flying off the handle because you’re finding fault with the way someone decided to get things done.
Speaking of Mars, today is the last full day of Mars in Virgo, where it has been all year long — and feeling like since forever before that. Is your work routine now perfected? Is your life completely organized? How about your office? Your diet? Your workout routine? Good, because when Mars enters Libra at 8:32AM ET on Tuesday, we can apply our assertive energy to bringing our perfected work to the public. Or focus it on a relationship. We’ll be working towards fairness, justice, equality and being appreciated. Being balanced will become more of a priority than being perfectly efficient and organized.
Moon enters “make it happen” Capricorn at 6:51PM ET, with all of that proactive, authoritative energy building to emotional fullness at 2:52PM ET on Tuesday. Hmmm…another Full Moon…that’ll be the topic for tomorrow’s forecast. That, and Julian Assange…by special request.
Voids of note for the week: Wednesday July 4th 8:25AM – 8:26PM ET — good thing it’ll be a holiday in the US. Also: Friday 11:48AM ET – 12:29AM ET Saturday.
And now, the news. As anticipated, we saw some big break-ups in the headlines on Friday. Break-up #1: Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes are divorcing. We don’t have an exact birth time for Cruise, but Katie Holmes was born on December 18, 1978 at 9:32PM in Toledo Junction, OH. In March we see the last of three exact hits by rebel Uranus (which rules her house of partnerships) to her natal Mars (willpower), suggesting a need for freedom in self-expression, matters relating to children and in matters of the higher mind (e.g., religion, law and other belief systems). Also in March we see ruthless Pluto making a challenging aspect to the area of her horoscope relating to her home and family, as well as personal identity. Thus we anticipate a transformation or breakdown leading to empowerment. Isn’t that interesting? Finally: another measurement (solar arc Sun = ASC, for the students and pros reading this), suggesting being seen for who one truly is — and that was exact on May 30th. No surprise at all that the divorce was filed by Holmes, not by Cruise. .
Break-up #2: Dominique Strauss-Kahn, whose horoscope we have been following for over a year in this forecast (in the archives here and here and here), has separated from his wife, according to a French tabloid. DSK just experienced the second hit of ruthless Pluto to his Midheaven, which suggests a major change in areas of career and family status. However, this story is far from over, as more hits are in store through 2013. As the New York Times reported, the couple would neither confirm nor deny the tabloid’s story. They are, however, suing the tabloid. Stay tuned.
The point here is not to chatter mindlessly about celebrity couples going through difficult times. The point is to show how astrology can be used to help us understand phases of development and events that can happen in our own lives.
See you tomorrow!
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