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What dour control freak will dare to dampen the enthusiasm of today’s sunny Moon in Leo when it is squared by chilly Saturn at 8:21AM ET, eh? There’s your excuse if you wake up on the wrong side of the bed…or maybe you’ll use the organizational potential of this challenge to move forward on your New Moon agenda. Pull out the charm and words to soothe the savage breast around noontime, when the royal Moon will be happily connected to Venus in glib Gemini. Consider what is innovative or unconventional around 4:39PM ET, when Moon is further supported by eccentric Uranus…and enjoy a jolly good time with your friends and drama queens this evening.
With mental Mercury now in information-junkie Gemini, squaring nebulous Neptune, the airwaves are sure to be abuzz, and we can expect more alleged scandals that disrupt the status quo. With Neptune, however, things may not be as they seem. Best to avoid passing judgement until the facts have been sorted out. Speaking of scandal, that word is flying all over the place this week, especially in Washington, where the Obama administration is under fire — and here is Gail Collins to cheerfully explain three of the scandals in question.
It occurred to me that a quick check of the charts for the 113th Congress and Obama’s second term would be in order, and the first thing that stood out was the Moon in the chart for Obama’s second inauguration. Dear Readers, this Moon is at 19 degrees 35 minutes of Taurus, almost exact to the minute as the degree of last week’s eclipse. Translation: the reigning need of chart’s need to preserve the status quo, establish material security and make things the way they should be — has been eclipsed. And let’s not forget to note aggressive Mars at 20 Aquarius (the rebel with a cause, suggesting a need for action that is socially significant), also eclipsed. And note that Obama’s Ascendant is 18 Aquarius (suggesting a need to see himself as unique and socially significant), eclipsed, too — i.e., subject to change. And as I am typing this — now at 7:30 AM, while cursing the idiot who thought it would be a great idea if Windows 7 automatically updated whenever it damn well pleased, not caring for a minute if the computer owner would have to recreate three paragraphs of copy once the system rebooted — here’s a headline that just posted, “An Onset of Woes Raises Questions About Obama’s Vision”.
How long do the effects of an eclipse linger? It varies, but this last one will be in effect for three years and about nine months. And speaking of vision, Congress, led by Speaker John Boehner, announced during yesterday’s “much ado about nothing” Moon void, that it will be devoting precious debate time and a vote — for the 37th time — on a repeal of the legislation known as Obamacare. Let the record show that this Congress began its term during a do-nothing void of course Moon in Virgo. In other news, over the weekend, on some lovely Venus transits, Speaker Boehner’s daughter was married — and while the US papers did not appear to pick up the story, here’s a thorough report from the UK’s Daily Mail on Mr. Boehner’s new Jamaican-born son-in-law, complete with wedding photos.
Finally, another headline reflecting the ongoing Uranus-Pluto square — again from a UK paper, “Climate Change Will Make Hundreds of Millions Homeless” — and this on the heels of a milestone report noting that carbon dioxide levels are at the highest they’ve been in human history (I don’t think Congress, currently controlled by the Party of Styrofoam, has scheduled any time to debate or vote on this particular concern). Regardless, Uranus-Pluto challenges are game changers. This current square will happen seven times in just over three years. A shout-out to astrologer Bill Herbst for noting that Uranus and Pluto squared nine times from 1496-1500. Can anyone recall what had recently been discovered? A little something called The New World. Here’s what America looked like before it was known as America. How things have changed; how things will have changed again once the dust from this latest series of squares has settled.
Such a fascinating E-Ticket ride we have all signed up for by choosing to be on the planet during these exciting times. A helpful companion in all this upheaval is the latest from the Amercian Buddhist nun, Pema Chodron. — Living Beautifully With Uncertainty and Change. I just started reading it on the subway yesterday. Filled with wisdom and calming perspectives…
Have a great, fun-filled Moon in Leo day. Do something nice for yourself. And look for ways to be helpful to others. Peace out.
Moon goes void-of-course at 8:14AM ET until 6:38PM ET. So much for getting anything of real consequence accomplished. Chill, take care of what is routine; roll with whatever twists and flakes hamper your efforts to move forward in a straight line and enjoy the down time. When the Moon enters Leo after the void, it’ll be time to party even more — and enjoy a sparkling conversation when Moon makes a supportive connection to mental Mercury at 7:03PM ET.
Speaking of Mercury, it enters Gemini — the sign it rules — at 4:41PM ET. Bring on the quick-thinking charmers who are just loaded with information to share. Some of it may be truly inspired and visionary; some of it may be totally bewildering. I say this because Mercury is fast approaching a challenge to nebulous Neptune, exact at 3:20AM ET on Saturday. It’s a great aspect for creative types, healers and con men — so double check what you hear over the next few days, if you please.
Planetary patterns are light this week, save for the impending third exact hit of rebel Uranus in warrior Aries clashing with nihilistic Pluto in corporate Capricorn — that’s on May 20th. Here’s one of many stories from the reflecting this pattern; the headline says it all: “Uninvited Guest Gives Japan’s Business Culture A Jolt” — do you get it? Here’s another little event reflecting this pattern: a new game show on CNBC called “Crowd Rules”. Three small business owners — i.e., Aries entrepreneurs who are challenging the idea of working for a large Capricorn corporation — compete to win $50K. True to the vibe of rebel Uranus in Aries, most of these small business owners are courageous, fiercely independent, inspiring and driven by passion — not necessarily profit. That’s pretty quirky — how Uranian is that? As a self-employed person myself, I actually learned a few things about running a small business from this show. And being self-employed — or self-reliant — as opposed to being dependent on some other entity — is part of the trend suggested by Uranus square Pluto. You don’t have to be on the show to win 50K, btw — CNBC is having a contest for small business owners everywhere — make a video telling them why you deserve the money and you just might win.
I started writing this post during Sunday’s looong void of course Moon in pixie chatterbox Gemini — oh what a playful day it was, with perfect spring weather here in New York. Really a most excellent time to rest, stop and smell the roses. And the lilacs and the peonies, too — which are only available once a year at local farmers’ markets and bodegas. Under the influence of a sweetly delirious square between nebulous Neptune and loving Venus (exact Monday at 4:48PM ET), I could wax rhapsodic about flowers all day. And music, too — anything that facilitates an appreciation for beauty, however ephemeral or intangible or positively out-of-this-world. Have you seen the cover of David Bowie’s “Space Oddity” performed by astronaut Chris Hadfield on the International Space Station? If not, I’m surprised — as it’s been everywhere in the past 24 hours and it is glorious.
As of 5:57 AM ET on Monday, Moon got into gear in Cancer, where it is usually quite happy. Cancer is all about emotional security, as in home, family, mothering and nurturing/nourishing concerns, and when it is combined with a Taurus Sun, there’s a serious need to have that stability in rock solid form. Or at least a good roasted chicken in the oven. But as the Moon approaches its weekly clash with the status quo-disrupting Uranus-Pluto square between 4-5AM on Tuesday, stability may be jolted by a shock or power play. And here I would be thinking of Angelina Jolie’s op-ed just published in the New York Times, announcing her double mastectomy in February, on a day when “resistance is futile” Pluto exactly squared her Mars in fearless Aries (making contact with her inspiring Aries Moon), while rebel Uranus squared her natal Pluto (her horoscope is here). Though I could also be thinking of any number of headlines in recent days, given the symphony playing among the planets, when a sublime melody between Venus and Neptune isn’t temporarily dusting the air with sparkles.
Get it off your desk today if you can, as Moon will be void from 8:14AM – 6:38PM ET on Wednesday. This is the only void of the work week, so much can be accomplished in the days surrounding the void. So what’s the agenda? I’m so glad you asked.
The New Moon in Taurus officially began Thursday at 8:28PM ET, offering us an opportunity to re-set intentions and goals for the next lunar cycle. The past few days hopefully have been about planting seeds to turn your intentions into reality. Around the 18th, on the First Quarter Moon, we can expect a challenge to those goals, with appropriate adjustments made. At the time of the Full Moon on the 25th (which is a lunar eclipse & thus more potent than the usual Full Moon), we can expect illumination on the success or failure of our goals for the cycle. If we succeeded, we can consciously release our success into our reality; if we failed, we let go of whatever did not work. After the Third Quarter Moon on the 31st, we can review our achievements, tie up loose ends and get ready to begin another New Moon on June 9th.
The March New Moon featured a pile-up of planets in Pisces; the April New Moon had a pile-up in Aries; this New Moon offers us Sun, Moon, Mercury (mind) and Mars (action) in fixed, stubborn, earthy, material security-building Taurus. And the structures we build for our security are dependent on what we value.
This New Moon happened at 20 degrees of Taurus, so wherever that point falls in your horoscope is where you can expect your values to be challenged. Because this New Moon is also an eclipse, the challenge may manifest as a release of energy that forces you to let something go, so that something new can take its place. Certainly with the third of seven exact squares between rebel Uranus and ruthless Pluto (exact May 20th), the pressure for change is great. Although Taurus is world-famous for its resistance to change. If you were born around the 9th of May, August, October or February…or if you have a planet or angle at 20 degrees of Taurus, Leo, Scorpio or Aquarius, you will feel the pressure to release what values no longer serve more than most.
The Sabian Symbol for 20 Taurus is intriguing, given the fixed nature of Taurus against the backdrop of the Mother of All Squares demanding progress. “Wind, clouds and haste” is the image, and Sabian Symbol Blain Bovee has written an eloquent description of its potential. Too many paragraphs to quote here; I recommend you get his book if you love the Sabian Symbols as much as I do. What are we advised to look for in this cycle? “Quickening experiences, adrenaline rushes, gusts of rarefied intelligence…special powers, shadow dynamics, extremes of revelation (!) and being heavily covered (!!!)…twisting ideas that reveal mysteries; exerting control through heavy mysteries…pushing new ideas, new powers to the limit.”
To be continued…
You’re waking up to the Moon void-of-course in Taurus — as of 8:28PM ET last night until 5:21PM ET today, suggesting a day of rest, wandering around and/or taking care of that which is routine. Yes, there was a New Moon yesterday, but I’d wait until the Moon is no longer void to launch an important initiative, make a major purchase or sign a contract. This void has not stopped many of my Facebook friends from changing their profile pictures — a perfectly suitable creative brainstorming activity for a void. Fascinating.
When the Moon does enter Gemini at 5:21PM ET, you may note the shift from a sensual, earthy, material focus to a that which is mental, airy and chatty. Got something you need to talk about? This need for information, entertainment and communication carries us through the weekend. Planetary patterns are fairly light, excluding the never-ending challenge between rebel Uranus and ruthless Pluto, which continues to shake up the status quo. In your own personal world, you’re more likely to be influenced by the lovely hook-up between Venus and the clever Moon at 8:49PM ET , which puts a pleasurable spin on your Friday night plans.
Saturday features an intense and idealistic hook-up between mental Mercury and the Sun in Taurus, exact at 5:10PM. What values, possessions and issues of self-worth and material comfort/security will you find yourself experiencing with those rose-colored glasses on, eh? Going shopping for articles of beauty, perhaps? Saturday is the day for shopping, as the Moon will be void all day on Sunday. If you’re not in a buying mood for art or beauty, chances are you’ll be wanting to experience it.
Rose is also the color of a dreamy challenge between Venus (women, social expression, art, money) and nebulous Neptune, which is exact on Monday at 4:48PM ET, but still influential over the weekend. And what a perfect aspect it is for one idealized vision of women celebrated on Sunday, otherwise known as Mothers’ Day. Go ahead and put Mom on a pedestal with the jovial enthusiasm suggested by Sunday’s 9:32AM ET hook-up between the charming Gemini Moon and jolly Jupiter, which is when the Moon goes void of course until Monday at 5:57AM ET — another day of rest.
I will fill you in on yesterday’s New Moon and eclipse when the Moon is no longer void-of-course. Chill, baby, chill.
Sun, Mercury, Venus and Mars are all in fertile, sensual Taurus, and as of 6:09AM ET, the Moon is there, too. More focus on creating material security and enjoying simple pleasures is suggested. You can work with calm efficiency today, wrapping up projects initiated a month ago and contemplating your New Moon agenda for the next lunar cycle, which will continue today’s concentration on issues of worth, value, material security and possessions.
A lovely connection to Moon from nebulous Neptune at 4:10PM ET suggests a need for vision or other intangible escape. Music, healing and spirit (s) are also highlighted. A not-so-lovely to Moon from stern Saturn in “deal with it” Scorpio at 8:36PM ET may end the day with a slight thud; otherwise, there is no reason not to enjoy a simply delightful evening.
And now, the news — some of it belated, but still fascinating in light of the Sabian Symbol of last month’s lunar cycle, which you will recall was “a pugilist”, yes? And also recall that one theme suggested was whether this pugilist was fighting the good fight as a warrior championing a noble cause, or a tantrum-throwing, self-absorbed baby. We expected firearms to remain prominent in the headlines, along with nitty-gritty, “you can’t look away” stories exposing raw realities of life and death, suggested by Saturn in Scorpio in the spotlight.
So here we go. First, after a gun control bill died in the Senate, the bill’s sponsor admitted that members of his party shot it down because they did not want to be seen as “helping the President”, despite polls suggesting that 90% of Americans supported the bill. Score one for the tantrum-throwing baby. Shortly thereafter, a five-year-old boy killed his two-year-old sister with rifle — and not just any rifle, mind you, but a rifle especially designed and marketed for children. I wish I’d shared this story when it broke, because the company website has since been taken down — but you can see some of it via the preceding link. Want more? On July 4th, a very special March on Washington is planned: over 900 gun owners have RSVP’d to walk through the streets, openly carrying loaded firearms — which happens to be against the law in D.C. What will happen if law enforcement officials attempt to enforce the law? Stay tuned.
But wait, there’s more. The officer in charge of sexual assault prevention programs in the Air Force was arrested — for sexual assault; meanwhile, there’s been a sharp rise in sexual assaults in the military. In other news the guy who brought us “Girls Gone Wild” was convicted of assault, and Viagra will soon be available online. Meanwhile, evidence of cannibalism by early settlers in Jamestown, VA has been discovered — and surprise, surprise –with all this heavy Saturn in Scorpio news, now we. learn there’s a huge hurricane on Saturn.
Finally, a fascinating investigative piece on words that have stood the test of time, as in 15,000 years — brought to you by yesterday’s Mercury (communication) in “I’ll never change” Taurus trine Pluto (investigation). And speaking of never changing, during yesterday’s Moon void, in which surprise upsets and victories by underdogs are suggested, Mark Sanford, whose extra-marital affair generated headlines a couple of years ago when he was governor of South Carolina, was elected to Congress, in a close race against Elizabeth Colbert Busch, Stephen Colbert’s sister. Sanford was discussed in this forecast back in April.
East Coasters, the fired-up Aries Moon may inspire you to rise with great enthusiasm, but be advised that Moon goes void at 8:40AM ET on a jovial connection with Jupiter. All dressed up with no place to go? Let the enthusiasm carry you on a marvelous drift of a day, and roll with whatever twists may hamper efforts to move forward in a straight line. Rolling is a better strategy than a typical Moon in Aries response, and here I would be thinking of the madness at the Trader Joe’s on West 72nd Street last night, where hundreds of dangerously self-absorbed shoppers jostled each other in the aisles.
The wandering sensation of the typical Moon void may be augmented the balsamic phase (the end) of the lunar cycle. The Moon has little light; hence, a sense of listlessness or restlessness, as we sense there is something new just around the corner, but we don’t know what. Use this time to wrap up projects initiated at the New Moon last month and think about your agenda for the next cycle, which begins Thursday at 8:28PM ET. This Taurus New Moon is also an eclipse — more on that later in the week.
Meanwhile, some interesting news from underground, as anticipated by an easy a connection between mental Mercury and Pluto, lord of the Underworld: three women who disappeared a decade ago have been found in Cleveland; three men have been arrested. And — look out East Coast — after 17 years, the cicadas are beginning to emerge from their underground hideaways…what else will be brought to light on this day? Lastly, note the potential for impassioned, inflamed, stubborn communication around 8:33PM ET, when mental Mercury and aggressive Mars hook up in earthy, possessive Taurus. Be nice and share your toys.
Get up, get out, get moving. Driving the energy of the day is the Moon in me-me-me Aries, a sign that falls down stairs because it’s faster than walking. In a perfect world, Aries shines as an inspiring, courageous pioneer. Otherwise, Aries can be pushy, impatient and dangerously self-absorbed, like a newborn fascinated by its fingers and toes. As we approach the time span of 5PM -6:30PM ET, be aware of the potential for a jolt, revelation or power play as the Moon makes its weekly meet-up with the disruptive Uranus-Pluto square.
Meanwhile, persistent, persuasive and deep communication are suggested during the next 36 hours, as Mercury in stubborn Taurus is aspected by investigative Pluto and willful Mars — exact on Tuesday. More dirt, news from underground and a clash of wills, I’ll wager.
Your Moon voids for the week: Tuesday 8:40AM ET until 6:09AM ET on Wednesday; Thursday 8:28 PM ET until 5:21PM ET on Friday. Moon voids are natural rest periods which are well-suited for aimless wandering and chilling. Get it off your desk today or ship it on Wednesday; consider starting the weekend a day early. As for right this minute — onward!
I hope you’re enjoying the dreamy sensitivity of the weekend’s Moon in Pisces, colored by the rosy glow of mental Mercury in touch with nebulous Neptune (ruler of Pisces). Music, spiritual pursuits, healing and other idealistic escapes are favored, experienced with the depth and power of an easy connection (a trine) between Mars (action) in earthy Taurus and regenerating Pluto in earthy Capricorn. The Mars-Pluto trine follows on the heels of Wednesday’s Sun-Pluto trine, another measurement suggesting an abundance or easy flow of resources in the material plane.
Take the magical thinking potential of Mercury-Neptune, mix it with all that Sun-Mars-Pluto empowered action/resource; add in expansive, optimistic Jupiter running wild in the middle of airy Gemini, and it appears we have a recipe for more all-time highs in the markets last week. Even more fascinating: the Jupiter/Pluto midpoint — a highly reliable suggestion of wealth — has been at the Aries Point for weeks. Avid readers of this forecast know that any astrological measurement configured with the Aries Point (0 degrees of Aries, Cancer, Libra or Capricorn) needs to demand prominence/fame. So it’s no surprise to see so many stories of outrageous fortune dominating headlines recently, like this one about trillions of dollars stashed offshore — or this one presenting yet another study about the relationship between political clout and wealth.
Energy resources have also been making headlines. Credit the Uranus (aeronautics) – Pluto (power) square reflecting the test flight of a solar-powered airplane –way to reinvent the wheel — and it’s going rather well. U.S. oil production is at levels not seen in 30 years — and hey, soon those fossil fuels will be flowing under a new pipeline slated to run right through the heart of New York City’s West Village, installed by a company which reportedly has a rather dicey safety record — huzzah! But wait, there’s more. Helium was a hot (air) topic this week, as the always-witty Gail Collins informs us — did you know we’re facing a shortage & that this is important?
Also in the headlines: a mind-bending physics bulletin I won’t pretend to fully understand, but it does reflect the disruptive power of the Uranus-Pluto square to change our perspective of the world as we know it: “Time Crystals Could Upend Physicists’ Theory of Time”.
Well, I promised you a lot of news, and I haven’t even talked about the forecast for today, Sunday, which began with a sobering opposition to mental Mercury (transportation) from stern Saturn at 7:13AM ET. This is the serious focus referred to in the forecast headline. What’s at the top of the newsfeed as I type? A story about a limousine catching fire in Northern California, killing five passengers. Sobering, indeed — and naturally I looked at the chart for the time of the fire (10pm in San Mateo, California), fully expecting to see a challenging aspect on the angles. Why? Because planets on the angles seem to have a greater need for expression, and in the case of this freak accident we immediately see the Uranus-Pluto square on the angles of the chart, suggesting a sudden, freakish, potent and potentially explosive quality to the event.
If you’re out and about running important tasks today, get them done before the Moon goes void at 12PM ET. Moon will coast through the rest of Pisces until 9:03PM ET, when it enters fiery Aries, immediately shifting the “go with the flow” energy to one of action! now! andale (and a happy Cinco de Mayo to you, too). Use the energy of the void to chill and recharge. Monday will be another day to hit the ground running.
The first natural break in the action this week greets you upon waking: the Moon is still in humanitarian Aquarius, but as of 12:24AM ET, it went void-of-course on an indulgent challenge from Venus (love, money, women, art). Ahhhhh. This wandering drift suggests you could sleep in a bit later without consequence, as nothing of vital importance is likely to occur until the Moon enters Pisces at 2:25PM ET. Note the potential for odd twists during voids — such as pouring hot water over whole beans in your efforts to become caffeinated — as the flake factor is higher during voids.
When the Moon does enter watery Pisces, it heightens emotional and intuitive sensitivity, especially as it connects with mental Mercury and nebulous Neptune after 11PM ET. A lovely evening for film, spirit and spirits, music, healing — and other pleasant escapes. Hmmmm…so much spiritual energy — what does the new Pope think of all this (on a supportive connection between Mercury (mind) and Neptune (spirit)? I don’t know, but as yesterday’s Moon approached a benevolent trine to expansive Jupiter (a planet associated with popes and high religion), his 30th Tweet caused quite a buzz.
More later on the rest of the weekend and a thorough news round-up. The third of seven exact squares between rebel Uranus and ruthless Pluto is 17 days away, and talk of revolution continues to make headlines. Did you know that 29% of Americans think an armed rebellion “might be necessary” in the next few years? It’s absolutely fascinating, but also not surprising, given how this disruptive square is making and will continue to make contact with planets in the US horoscope over the next couple of years. Take it away, Jefferson Airplane...
Another busy day of buzz, marked by the square between the unconventional Aquarius Moon and the sometimes stick-in-the-mud Taurus Sun 7:14AM ET. A focus on values and what you really stand for, perhaps. This square is also known as the Third Quarter Moon, suggesting another flash of recognition or challenge to the New Moon agenda that was set on April 10th, which was discussed here and here. No exact aspects for the rest of the day, save for a buoyant trine to the Moon from jolly Jupiter at 5:05PM, which is lovely for your happy hour plans this evening. In effect, though not exact until just after midnight on Saturday, is a communicative connection between mental Mercury and nebulous Neptune, suggesting a need for those rose-colored glasses once again. Issues of faith, idealism and other forms of magical thinking crop up, as well as inspiration for artists, healers and storytellers (including con artists). Get it off your desk before the Moon goes void at 12:24AM Friday, not to enter Pisces until 2:25PM ET (on Friday).
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