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June
22, 2010
Summer
Eclipses - The Earth is Alive!
Welcome to
Summer 2010. Monday, June 21, marked the Summer solstice and
the beginning of the Sun's 29 day trek through the fourth sign
of the zodiac, Cancer. This week is possibly one of the most
astrologically significant of the year as it is the prelude to
the summer eclipses. This week's full moon/lunar eclipse is at
4 degrees of Capricorn, occurring on June 26. The new moon/solar
eclipse is at 21 degrees of Cancer, and occurs on July 11. Capricorn/Cancer
are cardinal signs and the natural rulers of the 4th and 10 houses
of the zodiac, the houses representing business and priorities,
the home and foundation and the homeland.
The full moon/eclipse
is conjunct Pluto. Pluto is the planet of vengeance, ruling control
and the dark and hidden undercurrents of life. This will create
intensity within everything we do. Nothing will be surface level,
and previously unknown events will begin to unfold.
The eclipse
sets off the cardinal T-Square astrologers have been writing
about for some time now. When Saturn re-enters Libra on July
22 it will oppose Uranus, the planet of unexpected events, and
Pluto will square Saturn and Uranus (a square is a 90 degree
angle representing struggles) in an astrological formation known
as a T-Square. This T-Square between 3 major planets will deal
with departures from established ways of doing things, struggle,
and control. Uranus promises unexpected situations that may include
explosions, changes in government, hostilities and accidents.
Pluto in Capricorn relates to business, banking, oil and the
earth itself. We are already seeing events that relate to this
extraordinary planetary configuration unfold in the news as we
watch the situation in the Gulf and the ever growing oil spill
with no concrete plan of stopping it. (Meanwhile, demoted BP
CEO Tony Hayward was spotted sailing on his yacht over the weekend
-in unsoiled water- while thousands of BP stockholders/pension
fund holders in both the US and UK face declining stock statements.)
Are we really going to let the 'big and important,' companies
control our future and our planet?
Mother Earth
is crying out for humanity to become aware of the abuses it is
heaping on her before it is too late. The earth is alive. Can
you hear her?
The energy
of an eclipse begins long before the actual eclipse occurs and
events will continue to unfold long after the eclipse is over,
sometimes for years. This is an unusual eclipse as it (the moon)
conjuncts Pluto, opposes the Sun/Mercury in Cancer and squares
Uranus. The energy will build throughout the week, and we should
expect the unexpected. There will be harsh words, intensity,
anger, and the potential of accidents and weather related conditions
that will affect us. We will hear more news of the oil spill,
likely not positive. On Tuesday morning, CNN is reporting 1,000
people missing in Brazil due to flooding, China's government
says 200 people are dead due to flooding, 10,000 acres are burning
near Flagstaff Arizona, and yesterday there were reports that
as many as 100,000 barrels of oil per day (the figure changes
weekly now) are actually gushing out of the broken pipe and the
sea floor itself. It will be a busy week on the world stage and
in our lives. As we approach the end of the week, the flowing
planetary configurations are occurring:
June 21-23
The Sun enters Cancer squaring Uranus at 0 degrees of Aries.
This transit precedes the eclipse and holds the potential for
unexpected events of a shocking, explosive nature. Uranus is
the planet of revolution, change, and rules weather, airplanes,
electricity and revolutions. It is an unpredictable energy that
can go in many different directions.
June 23 The
Sun squares Jupiter/Uranus - Information gets blown out of proportion.
It is not considered a financially favorable transit. News about
government and governments, as well as education, and foreign
people will dominate the news.
June 24 Mercury
squares Saturn - This is a negative, heavy and depressing transit
and it is easy to see only the negative. It is likely we will
hear bad news, and the potential exists for accidents. It is
detail oriented, but prone to arguments and bickering.
June 25-28
Mercury enters Cancer squaring Uranus/Jupiter - This is a transit
of unexpected news and instability. It can affect electronic
communications and relates to accidents that can be weather-water
related. News relating to finance and governments.
June 25-26
Sun opposes Pluto - This is a transit of extreme confrontations,
power struggles, and potential violence and upheaval in the world.
June 26 7:30
AM - Lunar eclipse occurs at 4 degrees of Capricorn
June 27 Mercury
opposes Pluto - This is a transit that will represent collective
obsession with a desire to get to the bottom of the matter. Pluto
rules the media, oil, and the powers that be who are 'in control.'
Harsh words will be exchanged and the potential exists for accidents,
hidden agendas, and violence.
This eclipse
will be of significance in the charts of BP (April 4, 1909),
Afghanistan, Australia, China, Canada, Los Angeles, Roswell,
NM, the UN, Iceland, Greece and Brazil to name only a few.
In the US the
eclipse falls in the 8th house of change and transformation,
death, taxes, credit, sex, and secrets. It opposes Jupiter and
Venus the financial planets, creating the potential between this
eclipse and the next for more news relating to banking, the stock
market, credit and tax change.
Leslie
June
15, 2010
June
Eclipse - Planet Earth Hangs in the Balance
The full moon
lunar eclipse this month occurs on June 26, 7:30 AM/EST at 4
degrees of Capricorn. Capricorn is the natural ruler of the tenth
house of business and priorities, and things related to the earth.
Its ruler is Saturn, the planet of structure and stability. Numerous
other planets are playing a role in this eclipse making it worthy
of our attention, interest and caution. The full moon is conjunct
Pluto, the planet known as 'The God of the Underworld.' Pluto
rules oil, power struggles, control, the dark and hidden undercurrents
as well as events and situations that are previously hidden.
We may be certain the media will play a role in events that transpire.
There will be a focus on health, transportation and communications.
Discontent will permeate society, and there is a theme of obsession,
conspiracies, coercive tactics and danger.
The Moon/Pluto conjunction opposes the Sun and Mercury, and squares
Jupiter and Uranus. The potential exists for security around
the world to be undermined and we may see events related to the
earth itself, accidents, and situations that threaten stability
and planet Earth.
Eclipse events
begin to unfold long before the minute the actual eclipse occurs,
and the energy of an eclipse can last for months, even years.
It is an intense time, and we can expect that both in our personal
lives and the world we will see events that occur unexpectedly
and without warning, along with potential for situations that
have been unknown up to this point being revealed.
There are a
number of transits leading up to this eclipse that will make
the second half of June a wild ride, to say the least. Expect
to see a continuation of news relating to the Gulf oil spill.
The American people and the world have not been told the truth
about the ramifications of this situation and as long as the
oil continues to flow into our oceans, the continent and all
life dependent upon the sea will continue to die, not to mention
the people in the Gulf who make their living in fishing, tourism,
the food industry and real estate to name only a few. Furthermore,
we are coming into hurricane season and are at risk of 'black
rain,' should a hurricane move through the area of the oil spill.
The ramifications of a scenario like this are beyond comprehension.
As long as
CEO Tony Hayward and BP's current management team remain in charge
of the oil spill the American continent and the world are at
risk. They are proven liars whose only bottom line involves a
dollar, and avoidance of responsibility. US lawmakers and Congress
has failed to act as well, allowing offshore drilling without
proper safety devices in place to shut off an oil pipeline under
catastrophic circumstances such as we are facing. It didn't have
to unfold this way.
Neptune is conjunct the moon of America's chart. This means that
Americans are 'asleep at the wheel,' and are, and have been lied
to. In time, people will become aware the problems that exist
will not fix themselves.
NY Author/Astrologer
Mitch Lewis writes, "For those of you who have believed
that the apocalypse is just around the corner, I can tell you
with certainty, you can stop worrying. It's here. The situation
in the Gulf of Mexico is heartbreaking. You cannot over-exaggerate
its potential severity or the comment it makes about people.
No thinking, feeling human being can possibly avoid the "inconvenient
truth" about our untenable lifestyle as a species. We have
cut a wound deep into our living Gaia and it is edging ever closer
to poisoning our drinking water. We are one world, connected
in an unbroken chain. We should be in mourning over the death
of a great body of water, marching in the streets demanding massive
changes in our energy policies, voluntarily shutting off electronic
devices and microwaves."
America is a country built on revolutions, and what happens when
the population of a country built on a revolution becomes totally
disenchanted? Another revolution.
Important aspects
leading up to, and following the June 26 are as follows:
June 21-22
The Sun enters Cancer squaring Uranus at 0 degrees of Aries.
This transit precedes the eclipse and holds the potential for
unexpected events of a shocking, explosive nature. Uranus is
the planet of revolution, change, and rules weather, airplanes,
electricity and revolutions. It is an unpredictable energy that
can go in many different directions. Expect the unexpected.
June 23 Sun
squares Jupiter/Uranus - Information gets blown out of proportion.
It is not considered a financially favorable transit. News about
government and governments, as well as education, foreign people
will dominate the news.
June 24 Mercury
squares Saturn - This is a negative, heavy and depressing transit
and it is easy to see only the negative. It is likely we will
hear negative news, and the potential exists for accidents. It
is detail oriented, but prone to arguments, bickering and accidents.
June 25 Mercury
enters Cancer squares Uranus/Jupiter - This is a transit of unexpected
news and instability. It can affect electronic communications
and relates to accidents that can be weather-water related Also,
the Sun opposes Pluto on June 25. This is a transit of extreme
confrontations, power struggles, and potential violence and upheaval.
June 26 7:30
AM, Lunar eclipse occurs at 4 degrees of Capricorn.
June 27 Mercury
opposes Pluto - This is a transit that will represent collective
obsession with a desire to get to the bottom of the matter. Pluto
rules the media, oil, and the powers that be who are 'in control.'
Harsh words will be exchanged and the potential exists for accidents,
hidden agendas, and violence.
What happens
now? Astrologer Mitch Lewis writes, "What is happening to
humanity is that we are leaving the age of Pisces and entering
the Age of Aquarius. For years I've heard astrologers and others
proclaim: "Last Tuesday when Uranus entered Aquarius we
began the Age of Aquarius", or other such nonsense. An age
lasts about 2,000 years. The conversion from one age to another
takes hundreds of years of transformative changes, not a long
weekend in the Hamptons. As the transition continues there are
many alterations in society, some are obvious, others more subtle.
When mankind was preparing to leave the Age of Aries, an age
clearly manifest in the Roman Empire, changes began in the collective
consciousness. For about 100 years prior to the birth of Jesus,
there were dozens of so-called prophets in the holy land. Some
had large followings and ministries that lasted years, but lacked
the proper PR firm to push their fame out to the world. The consciousness
was preparing for the new age, and many individuals felt it.
But if it takes a long time for a person to change, imagine how
much longer it takes the collective. Long after the death of
historic Jesus, mankind suffered for hundreds of years as it
struggled to move from one age to another. It wasn't until the
fall of Rome that a vacuum was created in Western Europe allowing
the Church a chance to dominate, and finally moving the culture
into the new age. The transformation into the Pisces era was
horrific. Poverty plagues and instability made life very hard
for most, but without the tribulations I don't think the Catholic
Church would have gained such unyielding control.
Now as we prepare to leave the age of Pisces, (often called the
age of Christianity) the church is showing its decay and is slowly
moving into a less dominant role. But just as with each birth,
the labor pains of transformation are being felt. Our society
must be humbled, just as Rome was, before we will embrace the
new ideas and direction necessary to enter the new age.
The Age of
Aquarius is the age of technology. We began to move towards it
with the industrial revolution. Without the invention of the
internal combustion engine we never would have developed computers.
But now those very same inventions that began our transformation
are killing us. Unless we change our perspective, and quickly,
the Age of Aquarius, the sign that is given rulership over mankind,
may well prove the end of humanity. At the very least, we can
expect some unsettling events similar in nature to what humanity
felt 2,000 years ago, as we mark the end of one era and the beginning
of another. How we handle the environmental catastrophes and
challenges that we face over the coming decades will decide if,
and what type of future we see. If things continue to move in
the direction they are headed, the human population will shrink
considerably as clean water, land and food become scarcer. We
have built some fabulous things; extended our species to the
limit the planet will allow, and finally invented communication
equipment that puts us all in the same place at the same time.
This is the crossroads humanity was always heading towards. We
must change our political, cultural and economic perspective.
No longer can a few wealthy and powerful individuals control
the destiny of the species. Aquarius is the sign of rebellion
and revolution. Its ruler, Uranus, is prominent in the charts
of America, Russia and France, all born out of revolution. And
revolution it must be! Whether it is intellectual, social or
violent in nature will have to do with how easily mankind is
willing to bend. Based on our past I think we all know which
will become necessary before this is all done. If we do not use
our new found toys to change the direction of the collective,
there is little doubt in my mind that we are heading towards
the inevitable end. The Gulf crisis is only the beginning, but
it is a powerful and ominous introduction to our future. Anyone
who believes that our technology will save us has their head
in the sand. It isn't new inventions that change the world, but
new ideas. "
Leslie
June
1, 2010
June
2010 - Change Comes to the World
A while back,
I was reading some material written by a fine astrologer who
stated that he hoped Pluto entering Capricorn (Pluto entered
Capricorn in January of 2008 for 15 years) didn't relate to the
corporate giants of the world becoming the new 'Gods.' Pluto
is the ultimate planet of transformation, welding the power for
total destruction and Capricorn is the natural ruler of the tenth
house of business and the sign ruling the earth itself. Whatever
Pluto touches, it transforms, whether it be in the world or our
personal charts. It rules oil, plutonium, and situations relating
to the hidden, darker side of life. In the past month and a half
we have watched a power struggle play out on the world stage
in the form of BP attempting to control the oil spill in the
Gulf, a situation that is now out of control. BP has lied at
every possible turn, and based on past performance will continue
to do so. So much for the new 'Gods'.
Uranus entered
Aries May 28, and we can already see the results of the square
between Pluto and Uranus. Pluto wants control and Uranus is prepared
to change the status quo. Uranus at the 0 degree point of Aries
relates to the world at large, and will be joined by Jupiter
on June 8. Jupiter rules governments, money, and expansion and
Jupiter and Uranus together are going to create a clash with
Pluto. Governments will intervene in the oil spill, be it the
US or other governments. We can only hope it is not too little,
too late for our oceans and the life within.
The clash of
Uranus and Pluto will encompass many factors. Governments/people
verses the large corporate entities will be one piece of the
pie, but only one piece. I have always said when this transit
occurs, there will be people who will make their voices heard.
The shouting at BP is getting louder by the day. We are in a
new era, and the volatile transits involving Uranus, Pluto and
Saturn will bring change to our world.
Other important
dates in June:
On Wednesday
June 2, Neptune, the planet of illusion, confusion and delusion
goes retrograde. Neptune also rules creativity and spirituality,
and will be retrograde until November 7, when it turns direct
at 25 degrees of Aquarius. This is a time when there may be a
lack of boundaries, and logic is set aside in favor of intuition.
Creativity/spirituality and compassion can be at a high. We are
more subject to failing to look at the reality of a situation
both personally and collectively. If Neptune is retrograde in
your natal chart you could feel the harsh realities of the world
more so than others, and spend more time in the world of Walter
Mitty.
On Saturday,
June 5, Neptune, the planet of confusion, illusion delusion will
oppose Mars, the God of War. The influence will start Thursday
or sooner and this transit will create much confusion, and in
general can cause self doubt and feelings of discouragement.
Miscommunication often occurs and it is not a good time to plan
for important events if you can avoid it. It is a time where
there can be gain in artistic, creative or spiritual matters.
It is probably we will hear more news concerning the BP oil spill,
and/or other weather or water related situations In general this
transit often relates to lies, deception and weird news.
On Sunday,
June 6, Jupiter, the planet of expansion joins Uranus, the planet
of unpredictability, in the sign Aries until September 9. Typically
Uranus and Jupiter together represent money, and if you believe
the financial news reports we are coming out of the recession.
Jupiter and Uranus want us to be all we can be, and will add
optimism to the mix, something many of us haven't experienced
in a while. If this configuration is hitting an important point
in your chart you will see the gain. Jupiter expands whatever
it touches. We saw this with the flooding in Nashville, TN, and
the Gulf oil spill when Jupiter and Uranus were together in Pisces,
the sign ruling water. Aries is ruled by Mars, the God of War,
and we may see some explosive situations or explosions on the
world stage.
On Monday,
June 7, Mars finally leaves the sign Leo and enters Virgo after
an eight month stay there. Mars is one of the planets ruling
our day to day action, and the energy of Virgo will be more critical
and attention oriented for the next several months. Virgo is
the natural ruler of the sixth house of work and health and some
attention will be focused there. If you are a Virgo it will probably
be your busiest time of year as you are beginning a new two year
Mars cycle.
On Tuesday
June 8, Mercury squares Neptune. This is a transit of miscommunication
as it crosses the planet of illusion, delusion and confusion.
Be careful traveling especially in areas where there is water,
as it holds the potential for accidents, or getting lost while
traveling. It may increase psychic potential if you can understand
what your impressions actually mean. With Neptune involved it
always holds the potential for mis-truths. We will likely hear
news related to the oil spill or water related situations. Believe
only half of what you hear, and let that withstand the test of
time.
On Thursday,
June 10, the planet of communication enters Gemini, giving conversation
a more intellectual than emotional bent. Situations and conversations
will start to move more quickly. Mercury also sextiles Uranus
and Jupiter, making it an excellent day for writers, communication
and speech, travel and new ideas. Great for brainstorming or
signing agreements. You may be flooded with new ideas. If so,
they will occur quickly, so make sure you take notes as ideas
may seem inspired.
On Friday,
June 11, the planet of communication and ideas squares Mars.
The potential exists for arguments and disagreements and the
energy will be edgy and disruptive. Potentially, a day for accidents,
or accidents involving transportation. The last time Mercury
squared Mars in April we saw the deadliest mine disaster in West
Virginia since 1984. The potential exists for another accident.
On Saturday,
June 12, June's New Moon occurs at 21 degrees of Gemini. Gemini
is the natural ruler of the third house of communications, learning,
short distance travel, immediate family members and neighbors.
Gemini rules communication and it will be a lively time. Unfortunately,
this New Moon occurs the day after Mercury squares Mars, giving
communication an argumentative bent, and the possibility of accidents
exists, so be careful. In the chart of the US, the New Moon conjuncts
Mars, meaning we may see accidents, explosions, military action,
and anger will likely rule the day. It falls in the US seventh
house of partners and open enemies and squares Neptune, the planet
representing lies, confusion and untruths, which lies in the
ninth house of the US chart-ruler of laws, education and foreign
people. It will be psychologically debilitating new moon for
the people of the US and Neptune also relates to oil and water.
On June 14,
Venus enters Leo. The planet of love (and money) also trines
Uranus for the next 48 hours creating a couple of exciting days
for love and romance. These days are also favorable for matters
pertaining to money, vacations, and beginning new ventures or
adventures. A perfect day to meet someone new you connect with!
On June 15,
16, Mars sextiles Pluto making this an excellent time for getting
any type of work done. This represents good time to start a new
health regime or new projects.
On June 26,
we have a lunar eclipse at 4 degrees of Capricorn. This eclipse
is significant as it conjuncts Pluto, the planet of regeneration,
transformation, destruction and revenge. Pluto in Capricorn rules
business, oil, and plutonium and deals with the hidden, darker
side of life. The Sun opposes Pluto at four degrees and this
represents a power struggle that will play out on the world stage.
In the US chart the Sun opposes Jupiter, the planet ruling money
and finance as well as foreign people and events. It also opposes
Venus, another financial planet that also rules women. The following
day June 27, Mercury opposes Pluto. This transit is indicative
of accidents, arguments, secretive action and communication,
threats, and is a negative influence for the financial markets
as well. We may see earth changes and earth related events and
accidents. It is a dangerous day for the world, and a period
filled with intensity. Nothing will be on a surface level.
Astrologer/Author
Celeste Teal calls this eclipse, 'A rough patch,' and she writes,
"Focus on national and domestic business. Eclipse features
a grand cross involving seven planets and two Lords - Pluto and
Mercury; obstructions in transport and communications. For the
USA, focus is on health, employment, and civil servants Discontent
affect public harmony. Changes involve jobs, health, civil servants,
rehab centers. Uranus in Aries degree point: historical marker
for science. Research on secret projects, but indiscretions lead
to danger. There are themes of obsession and mutually coercive
tactics to win domination. Conspiracies among men. The eclipse
is also of emphasis for Afghanistan, Australia, Canada, China,
Los Angeles, Roswell and the United Nations."
Leslie
May
27, 2010
Uranus
Enters the Aries Point - A Summer of Trial and Testing
Uranus enters
the 0 degree point of Aries on May 28, 2010 for the first two
and a half months of a seven year stay in that sign that will
change our lives and change the world. May 28, 2010 marks the
entrance of Uranus into Aries and a continuation of transits
that will bring about upheaval, change and transformation, and
the beginning of a new world. This is the time period astrologers
have been looking at for decades, and these transits will lead
us into 2012, the time the Mayan calendar ends. Uranus entering
Aries creates a major shift in planetary energies as the planet
of thunder, lightening, electricity, freedom and sudden, unexpected
events moves to the 0 point of Aries, a cardinal sign, at a critical
degree that relates to the world at large. When a planet is in
a cardinal sign like Aries, it means the energy works quickly,
events happen fast, often in a very public way. The 0 degree
of Aries is referred to as a critical degree. The critical degrees
of Aries are 0, 13 and 26. The ancients placed a great deal of
importance upon the critical degrees. Uranus will conjunct the
Aries point May 28, 2010-August 4, 2010; March 12, 2011-March
29, 2011, and November 10, 2011-January 8, 2012. Uranus will
retrograde back into Pisces from mid-September until March of
2011, at which time it will remain in Aries until March 4, 2019.
Increase and
Abundance
On June 6 Jupiter, the planet of abundance and increase joins
Uranus in Aries at 0 degrees. It will remain at 0-1 degrees until
June 24. It will be within orb of Uranus, therefore creating
an effect until August 13, 2010. The definition of Jupiter and
Uranus together is usually money and unexpected wealth, hope
and fortune. We may get a little planetary help after a long,
difficult period. This is a chance for a much welcome increase
in finances and opportunities for some people. Astrologer/Author
Mitch Lewis writes, "As Jupiter and Uranus begin their journey
into Aries and conjunct on June 8th we will begin to see some
new innovative thinking and research that will lead to more technological
advancements. There will be some very positive results of this
configuration, and it may help us push past the roadblock we
have reached in our cultural development. The suddenness of Uranus
coupled with the expansive nature of Jupiter could lead to great
leaps of understanding, especially if placed just right in the
chart of a scientist, artist, politician or philosopher. Uranus
rules all technological advances. The last time this planet entered
Aries was in 1926. That was the year movies began to talk, and
Farnsworth patented his new invention he called Television. Now
we are seeing a new wave of technological devices, including
3D TV (which, I believe will be a gigantic failure). But the
underlying theme here is that this is a time for new inventions,
innovations and freedom in thought. We have seen some tremendous
innovations over the past few decades, and it may seem as though
we are at the end of an era of technological advancement. In
fact, we are at the beginning of the greatest technological revolution
since the invention of the internal combustion engine in the
19th century." There will be money-making opportunities
for some, and the world will see some gain in terms of the world
economy, but this transit is not going to completely turn around
all of the economic failures of the past few years. But, it could
begin the New Age of Enlightenment, in more ways than one.
The Downside
Jupiter and Uranus can create exuberance and excitement. Jupiter
rules religion, spirituality, wealth, the law and education.
There will be people and factions who will make their viewpoints
known, and with the exuberance of Jupiter we are at risk of falling
under the influence of those who may be somewhat self-righteous
or too many people can get caught up in fanatical viewpoints
pushed by the 'talking heads,' and others on TV. Jupiter expands
whatever it touches. We saw this over the past 45 days with the
unexpected flooding in Nashville, TN and the Gulf Oil spill,
now the largest of its type in history. Jupiter has been in Pisces
conjunct Uranus in Pisces within 1-4 degrees throughout May.
Pisces rules oil and water, and we have seen many issues relating
to water this spring, but particularly the oil spill which has
worldwide ramifications. Aries is ruled by Mars and Mars relates
to our action, military action, force, violence, weapons, and
fire. So, it is highly possible this combination may produce
sudden, unexpected incidents involving explosive situations.
Uranus/Jupiter squares Pluto
As soon as Uranus enters Aries it creates a square to Pluto,
the planet of transformation. While Uranus is the planet that
jolts us awake, creates unexpected twists and turns and freedom
at any cost, Pluto is the planet of ultimate transformation.
Pluto rules oil, large corporations, and elements/factions of
society that are used to control; oil companies, banks, insurance
companies, those entities that control the world and the majority
of wealth in the world. The 'God of the Underworld,' (Pluto)
is in Capricorn the ruler of business and finance and the earth
itself. So, we may expect to see clashes and unexpected incidents,
even explosions relating to the earth such as volcanoes and other
natural or manmade events, or unexpected clashes among those
who wish to gain or keep control of situations in the world.
It is a clash between freedom and control. Uranus is the planet
of ultimate freedom and Aries is the I AM.
Freedom How?
Freedom to live in a world where the oceans are not polluted
by oil, the banks and oil companies do not control our standard
of living, terrorists do not dictate fear among populations,
corporations are not allowed to make billion dollar profits while
paying slave wages, wall street companies are not allowed to
swallow the pensions or savings of the working class person for
the gain of a handful of individuals who don't care, and a society
all people have access to medical care. Aries is the first sign
of the zodiac, the individual, the self, and the individual will
make his or her voice heard. Freedom to create, invent and be
the most you can be. But, no one said this would be free. This
is only the beginning-the start. This transit will re-occur within
a few degrees orb for many years to come.
Jupiter/Pluto
Jupiter rules wealth, expansion, governments, the law and religion.
It creates a 90 degree angle, a square, considered to represent
a struggles, to the planet of transformation and control. Pluto
is in Capricorn, the sign ruling banking and business interests
and the earth. The potential exists for governments to try and
curb the control of certain entities such as banks, wall street
firms, or others through financial reform or other forms of government
control. Any type of square to Jupiter has the potential to alter
the financial markets. We will see fanatical viewpoints, hypocrisy,
power struggles and power plays in religious or educational institutions,
radical changes in belief systems. We will see those who desire
to reform others while neglecting to take into consideration
their own problems, and we will see conflict over integrity,
financial institutions, corporate funds, insurance and dishonesty
and entities or individuals employing dishonorable means to achieve
power or status. Jupiter squares Pluto July 8-August 7, 2010.
The Mother
of All Transits - The T-Square of Summer 2010
Saturn is the taskmaster, the planet of restriction, delays,
sorrows and the past. It is also the planet that gives us structure
and without structure we cannot exist. For the past several years
Saturn has opposed Uranus on four different occasions in Virgo
and Pisces bringing about change and disruption in the world.
This transit last occurred in the mid-sixties with Saturn in
Pisces and Uranus in Virgo, the opposite of the past two years.
The most significant opposition occurred on election day in the
US, with the election of President Barrack Obama, certainly an
event of global importance. The opposition occurred throughout
May bringing us a major oil spill in the gulf of monumental proportions,
the extent of which is still unknown at this time. Saturn represents
structure and Uranus represents the future and the two do not
mix without a clash. In mythology they are mortal enemies. Virgo
rules elements connected with the earth and we have seen major
earth catastrophes not only in the Gulf, but Haiti and Iceland
to name a few. A major ash cloud grounded air traffic in Europe
for weeks. The PIGS union, (named in financial circles) Spain,
Ireland, Portugal and Greece are on the verge of collapse, riots
have occurred throughout Greece and government there has implemented
austerity measures. The world has seen more chaos in the past
24 months than in decades. Thus, the combination of the two mortal
enemies, Saturn and Uranus.
On July 22,
2010 Saturn enters Libra at 0 degrees for its final two year
stay in that sign. Libra is the natural ruler of the seventh
house of relationships, partnerships, law and government, as
well as 'open enemies,' that is enemies we know to be against
us. When Saturn enters Libra at 0 degrees it opposes Uranus,
the planet of sudden, unexpected events which is in Aires at
the 0 degree point. Thus, we have two cardinal signs at critical
degrees in complete opposition. Pluto, the "God of Hell,"
will be at 3 degrees of Capricorn, creating a T-Square or a Grand
Cross between the three planets Uranus, Saturn and Pluto, with
all three planets playing a role in the configuration. One definition
of Saturn, Pluto and Uranus is weapons. Pluto rules plutonium,
used in making nuclear weapons. The world is at risk of sudden,
unexpected events, explosive in nature involving 'open enemies.'
A million articles have been written about this time with theories
ranging from financial collapse, Armageddon, the end times to
pole shifts, or a 'new world order.' One thing that is absolute
is that our tomorrow will be vastly different from today.
It is likely
we will see an increase in violence in unexpected areas. Capricorn
rules business, finance, and the earth itself. There will be
a struggle between those who have, or who wish to take control
and the individual. We are absolutely at risk of natural and
manmade disasters. We do not know the extent of the BP oil spill,
but we can rest assured that based upon BP's previous actions
they wish to 'control' the flow of information and keep as much
of the truth from the world as possible. Thus far, BP lawyers
have been present at every turn trying to force individuals involved
in the accident or the clean up to sign documents of non-disclosure.
They have been stopped, but this is merely one incident of entities
who wish to 'control' situations that affect our planet. Ultimately,
as Saturn progresses into Libra 'the law,' or laws of the land
will begin to hold those accountable for past actions that have
harmed the earth or man himself, such as wall street entities
who have caused millions of people to lose their life savings.
There will be struggles, the like of which we have seen and unexpected
twists and turns, but ultimately, Saturn is unyielding in its
action.
The period
of July 22-August 12 is the most critical period of all. It is
during this time the events of Saturn, Uranus and Pluto will
play out in the world. Our greatest planetary hope for the future
is the Uranus-Jupiter conjunction. Uranus and Jupiter confer
hope, optimism and courage.
Other dates of importance:
The Eclipse of June 26, 2010 at 4 degrees of Capricorn is of
significance to the world. It is exactly conjunct Pluto, the
planet of transformation and change, and is the natural ruler
of the tenth house representing priorities/business.
Pluto/the eclipse- squares Uranus in Aries at the 0 degree point.
The Sun is at 4 degrees of Cancer, and Mercury is at two degrees
of Cancer creating a grand square between the planets involved.
This eclipse creates a point of crisis that involves the world
itself, and likely to revolve around disasters and accidents,
either man made or natural earth related. Uranus is the planet
of sudden, explosive events. Obstructions/obstacles in communications,
transportation, health and employment.
Iceland
A friend called the other day and asked about the date of June
26, and Iceland. A look at the chart of Iceland shows the country
is at major risk of disruption that could include another eruption
of the Eyjafjallajökull volcano which has already caused
massive disaster. A look at the chart of that country shows Saturn
squaring Saturn, Uranus is opposing Neptune, and Pluto is exactly
on the descendant of this country. On June 26, the lunar eclipse
occurs at 4 degrees of Capricorn falling directly on Pluto and
descendant of the country. Pluto rules the earth, and this is
a time Iceland is at great risk of another earth related disaster,
as is the rest of the world. Additionally Mars is opposing Uranus
indicating sudden, unexpected, explosive disasters and events.
I would urge extreme caution for those in this part of the world.
US Chart
In the US, the eclipse falls on Pluto which is at 4 degrees conjunct
Venus and Jupiter, representing the financial planets of the
country, and the potential for financial swings in the markets.
These planets are located in the seventh house which relates
to partners, home and abroad, and law as well. Mercury opposes
Venus/Jupiter and is being squared by Uranus bringing news of
sudden unexpected situations and/or accidents. Mars conjuncts
Uranus, creating a sudden volatile energy indicative of explosions
and explosive situations.
July 11
A solar eclipse occurs at 19 degrees of Cancer. Astrologer/Author
Celeste Teal calls the eclipse, 'Victory Over Obstacles', "Cancer
eclipse spotlights interests relating to domestic issues, homes
land and crops. Eclipse falls in degree of fixed star Castor
of a wicked influence, associated with decapitation, fevers,
rape and murder. For the USA, eclipse brings interest in foreign
affairs, long distance travel, and higher education, publishing
and religion. There is practical problem solving. Financial stress
present with delay of new opportunity for expansion and growth.
Banks and markets subject to fluctuation. Unusual trends in the
pursuit of pleasure, romance, and entertainment, restrictions
apply. New educational programs are costly. The eclipse is of
emphasis for Iraq, the White House, the UK, Vatican City, LA,
Manhattan, NYC and Roswell, NM.
July 30-August 6
Full moon in Aquarius conjunct the moon in America's chart creating
an emotional atmosphere on July 26. Mars, the "God of War,"
conjuncts Uranus July 30-August 1 creating the possibility of
explosive incidents, changes in law and friction in general.
On August 4-5 Mars squares Pluto increasing the possibility of
explosions, military incidents, and violence. On August 6-7 it
squares America's Jupiter creating swings in the financial markets
and incidents overseas.
Leslie
May 11, 2010
Predicting
Love for 2010
An astrological
reading can predict all major life events including love. Astrology
is a blueprint of your life that was created at the moment of
your birth, and the transits of the planets that bring you together
with the most important people you will ever meet, were set into
motion the moment you were born.
Venus and Mars
are the day to day rulers of your love life. When Mars or Venus
goes into a sign that's favorable to you, your chances of meeting
someone special increase as well as social activity in general.
When Mars and Venus are in the same sign and it happens to be
your Sun sign or in your 5th or 11th houses of love affairs,
or friends, hopes and wishes watch out! This time is extra special
to you, as this duo doesn't dance often, and relationship opportunities
will be at an all time high
To understand
how special Mars and Venus are together, in duo, the two will
not be appearing again until July 10, through 25, 2010 when they
are both in Virgo, giving that Earth sign their greatest chance/opportunities
in a long time. Taurus and Capricorn will benefit, especially
well along with the three Water signs, Cancer, Pisces, and Scorpio.
Libra's are
lucky on August 7 when Venus and Mars join together in that sign
helping those born under the scales of Justice improve their
chances at love. The golden period lasts until September 8, 2010.
Also benefiting from this planetary lineup will be those born
under the sign of Sagittarius, Aquarius, Aires, and especially
Gemini.
Scorpio's improve
their chances at finding Mr/Miss Right on September 16 through
October 27, 2010 when the planets of love enter their sign together.
Pisces will do well during this time, as will Cancer as Venus
and Mars in Scorpio are in their fifth house of romance and love
affairs. Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn should fare well too.
Mars and Venus
will not be together in the same sign again until they are both
in Aries April 21, 2011 for 19 days. Of course this will be great
news for the Ram, also good for Leo, Libra, Aquarius, Gemini
and best for Sagittarius, as the planets of love will be transiting
their fifth house of love affairs.
Sagittarius
or Sag rising is likely to find someone special this summer as
Jupiter and Uranus moves into their fifth house of love affairs
from June 6 until September 8. This will be a brilliant, sparkling,
once in a life time combination! The very best time for these
lucky lovers will be mid June-mid July or August. Those luckiest
of all this summer will have Sag rising between 1-5 degrees,
or be born between the 21st and 27th of November. Congratulations,
you hit the planetary Jackpot of Love and other opportunities
as well!
Until June 8, Pisces are still in the driver's seat with the
planet of gain and expansion in their fifth house. And don't
worry- Jupiter will come back in September giving Pisces, and
the other water signs another chance at true happiness until
January 2011.
When Venus is traveling through your Sun Sign you get an added
boost of attractiveness, and are considered to be at your most
attractive with an added boost of planetary sparkle helping to
attract a significant other. Gemini is currently in a positive
period through May 19. If you are a Cancer, your ship may come
in May 20-June 13. Leo is in the lead for attractiveness June
14-July 9.
The Goddess
of Love (Venus) retrogrades in the sign Scorpio this year giving
everyone time to step back and rethink their commitments and
attractions from October 8-November 18. If things haven't been
going well you may move ahead solo, or decide to stay the course
if the foundation is basically strong.
Venus goes
direct at 27 degrees of Libra on November 18, and Scorpio will
have another chance as Venus travels through their sign a second
time in the same year-unheard of- from November 30-January 8,
2011. Cancer benefits again with Venus in their fifth house of
love as does Pisces and the earth signs.
The other half
of the lover's duo, Mars has a positive influence in the outcome
of your love life if it is in a sign compatible to you. Mars
has been in Leo for eight months stirring up the love life of
Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius. It will remain here until June 6
before when it moves into Virgo. On October 27, Mars moves into
Sagittarius where it will stay until December 6. Leo's will find
it easier to meet new people at this time as Mars will transit
their fifth house of love affairs. Others to benefit will be
Aires, Gemini, Libra, Aquarius, and Aries. On December 8 Mars
goes into Capricorn, best for Virgo as it travels through their
fifth house until mid-January 2011. Of course, this is also good
news for Capricorn, Pisces, Taurus, and Scorpio.
Leslie
May
7, 2010
May
2010 Irrevocable Changes - Uranus Enters The Aries Point
The first weekend
in May started out with a bang with an unprecedented oil slick
encroaching upon the gulf coast of the US, an attempted car bombing
in NYC, and historic flooding throughout Nashville, TN, and the
South. This is due to Saturn opposing Uranus, along with Jupiter
conjunct Uranus, which will continue throughout most of the month
until Uranus moves into Aires on May 28.
Saturn opposing Uranus in Virgo/Pisces will continue to create
volatile, violent, unexpected, and stressful conditions in the
world that will relate to situations affecting the earth itself
such as the earthquakes and volcanoes we have seen in recent
weeks, and a new factor is now added into the mix that includes
water and oil. The Gulf oil cleanup will be massive, hidden factors
are involved, and no one will want to fully take the blame. Today,
May 5, violent protests are occurring in Greece due to spending
cuts in a country that is in serious financial trouble. The volcanic
ash cloud has re-appeared in Europe shutting down airports in
several countries again. Virgo relates to the earth, oil, banking,
healthcare and jobs. With Jupiter and Uranus together in Pisces,
we may see more situations that involve flooding, or situations
that involve water, electricity and airlines.
Uranus opposing Saturn last occurred in the mid-sixties, a time
of unprecedented social change, that totally changed the world
in which we live.
Uranus enters Aries this month at zero degrees. Known as the
Aries Point, this is an event astrologers have been looking at
for many years. Aries changes signs every seven years, and it
will enter the first sign of the zodiac for about two and a half
months, before retrograding back into Pisces for a final stay
until 2011. It takes Uranus 84 years to complete its trip through
the twelve signs of the zodiac, so this is considered a major
astrological event. Uranus was last in Aries April of 1927-March,
1935. According to astrologer/Author Celeste Teal, Uranus at
the 0 point of Aries relates to the world at large and public
events that will occur swiftly.
Uranus is the bringer of change, usually suddenly, unexpectedly,
and with an element of shock. It is a catalyst of upheaval, and
it is often disruptive and with little to no warning. While Saturn
may keep situations in check, move slowly and cause delays, Uranus
is the force that will break free from everything that restricts
it, thus there is usually no question about moving on. Uranus
is referred to as the lord of lightening, thunder, electricity,
and called the Great Awakener. With Uranus, you may expect the
unexpected, and events happen sooner rather than later.
Uranus is in the sign Aries, a cardinal sign ruled by Mars. The
energy of cardinal signs work quickly and in a visible way. Aries,
represents the self, the ego. There will be people in the world
that will make themselves and their desires and actions known
with Uranus in Aries. Words that would describe Aries are belligerent,
excitable, quarrelsome, self-centered, enterprising, active,
courageous, and ambitious.
As soon as Uranus enters Aries, it squares Pluto at 4 degrees
of Capricorn. A square is a 90 degree angle creating obstacles,
problems and issues. Capricorn relates to the earth itself, business
and banking, and we will likely see further issues that will
be catastrophic in nature, including situations involving business
and banks or financial institutions. These situations will occur
suddenly and unexpectedly, and the issues are not limited to
the earth or business. Uranus in Aries is explosive and volatile
and we will likely see violence not limited to escalations in
the Middle East. Uranus squaring Pluto calls for drastic revisions
of basic goals and objectives, the desire to overthrow existing
conditions, revolutionary attitudes, unfamiliar circumstances
and irrevocable destruction and changes in conditions, and perilous
circumstances and events.
On July 22, when Saturn re-enters Libra again, it will create
a T-square between 3 planets: Uranus in Aries, opposing Saturn
in Libra, being squared by Pluto in Capricorn. Astrologer/Author
Cal Garrison writes, 'The most powerful point of conflict will
occur between July 22, 2010 and August 2, 2010, when Saturn and
Uranus line up in direct opposition on the horizontal axis of
the cross of the matter. That axis is Mother Earth's body. The
level of tension between the two planets leading up to that window
will determine how much of it translates into cataclysm. During
that nineteen day period, Pluto will be retrograde at three degrees
of Capricorn-close enough to the base of the World Tree to create
an extremely tense set of variables. With three of the most powerful
planetary influences shaking the axis of the world, bringing
all their might to bear upon it, the imagery alone gives fair
warning. It is an understatement to say this is a precarious
time. If Saturn refuses to step down and mankind wakes up on
the wrong side of the bed, Uranus will inevitably haul out his
ultimate weapons and Pluto will respond accordingly. If a pole
shift is meant to be part of our experience, it could very well
happen between July 22 and August 2, 2010.
Other transits of interest in May include:
On Tuesday May 11, Mercury goes stationary direct at two degrees
of Taurus for the next four days. It is generally when Mercury
is stationary direct or retrograde it does the most damage. We
can experience communications breakdowns, accidents, miscommunications
and unexpected situations come to the forefront during this time.
Thinking is slow and deliberate, and decisions reached during
this period are often irrevocable.
May 16, 17 and 18, Venus, the planet of love and money squares
Saturn at 28 degrees of Virgo. This can represent a cooling off
period for love, relationships that have been limping along may
end, and it is not good for finance or the financial markets,
and we may hear more negative news relating to money, and negative
situations relating to women.
On May 23, Venus opposes Pluto at 4 degrees of Cancer. Venus/
Pluto can be considered obsessive, jealous, and prone to disruption
in your love life. On the positive side, you may regenerate your
relationship with this transit, resulting in a more satisfactory
outcome. We will likely hear more news relating to money, finance,
and power struggles. This transit will affect women, and Pluto
deals with the underworld and involves sex and it is not called
the planet of vengeance, for nothing.
May's full moon occurs at 6 degrees of Sagittarius, the planet
of expansion. This is a time to expand your thinking and awareness
of the world around you, and explore new opportunities and ideas.
Sagittarius is generally considered exuberant and open to new
situations on a personal level. It is the natural ruler of the
eleventh house of friends, hopes and wishes, as well as groups
and organizations.
In the case of this full moon, it falls within three days of
Mars opposing Neptune becoming exact at 27 degrees of Leo on
June first and second. We may see another disaster on the world
stage that involves water, chemicals, or gasses, or be dealing
with an existing one in some new way. While the full moon in
Sagittarius may be expansive, take all new ideas or proposals
with a grain of salt until this transit passes. Neptune is the
planet of illusion, delusion, and confusion and what appears
expansive, may turn out to be an untruth. Mars-Neptune relates
to secrets, deaths, fraud and deception, especially relating
to corporate affairs, infectious diseases, gas, oil, water, explosions
and flooding, and lies.
It is an interesting time to be living on the earth. May 2012
is exactly 19 months away from December 2012, the end of the
Mayan calendar, subject astrologers and prognosticators of all
kinds have studied for decades. It is a time we will live to
see and that which survives this period will be transformed or
become stronger, and we will all come to know the truths within
ourselves. We are teetering on the edge of the precipice as a
civilization, and as the character Klaatu said in the movie,
"The Day the World Stood Still," "At the precipice
we change."
Leslie
May 7, 2010
Mercury
Retrograde And The Massive Wall Street Sell-Off
A number astrological
factors contributed to yesterday's massive Wall Street Sell-Off,
at one point dipping nearly 1000 points before recovering a majority
of the loss. News reports says a technical glitch, possibly a
typographical error, triggered the sell off, and concerns over
Greece.
Blame it on retrograde Mercury, the planet of communication,
known for causing equipment malfunctions when retrograde. Mercury
was at three degrees of Taurus sextiling the Venus and Jupiter
of the USA's chart at five and three degrees of Capricorn. Jupiter
and Venus represent the money planets in the chart of the USA,
and Mercury was sextiling them. Normally, this would be considered
a positive transit, but Mercury is retrograde. The Winged God
can be blamed for setting off an entire configuration of planets
that caused Wall Street and others to hold their breath for an
afternoon. Mercury is retrograde in the sign Taurus, the natural
ruler of the second house of money.
Jupiter, the planet of expansion is conjunct Uranus. Uranus rules
sudden, unexpected, disruptive events that can begin and end
quickly. The combination of Jupiter and Uranus usually indicates
money. Jupiter and Uranus in Pisces is also indicative of water,
and as a collective we are simultaneously being forced to deal
with the expansion of water and oil in the Gulf, and flooding
in Tennessee, and the South. Jupiter also relates to foreigners,
and the US stock market feeling the effects of the financial
meltdown of Greece, which will trickle into other European Countries,
and America.
Jupiter will conjunct Uranus in Pisces again this September.
Saturn is opposing Uranus in Virgo for the final time through
the third week of May. This opposition deals with sudden, unexpected
events related to the earth and in the US chart at the the cusp
of the third and ninth houses dealing with 'foreign' situations,
bringing volatile, bringing unexpected events to the fore. This
is a bad combination for financial institutions, in general.
Greece and other European countries will continue to play a role
in the volatile times we face now, and throughout the summer.
Pluto, the
planet of change and transformation is conjunct the Jupiter of
the USA's chart at this time and will be within orb well throughout
2012. There will be many financial changes in the US, and some
of the changes will relate to overseas entities. It is certainly
correct to say with Pluto conjunct Jupiter the USA financial
markets will feel the effect of foreign banking and financial
systems that are in dire trouble in Greece, along with other
countries in Europe at risk. In August/September, Saturn will
square the Venus and Jupiter of the USA again. Further issues
are likely to arise with foreign financial markets, thus affecting
the American financial systems at this time.
Leslie
A
Season of Change - Update
As predicted
in the previous newsletter, the healthcare reform vote was a
bitter battle to the end, (it passed by 7 votes) and now the
American people will have the opportunity to see exactly what
was passed by US Congress. There are going to be many unhappy
people, and the bill was is not in totality what the American
people were promised in the Presidential campaigns. On the other
side of the coin, Democrats have achieved healthcare reform to
some extent for the first time since the dream began over a half
a century ago.
The promise
of eliminating pre-existing conditions will not be changed until
sometime in the future. While it has been written into the bill
that coverage for children with pre-existing conditions will
be immediate, it won't help the children if their parents are
sick because they can't get affordable healthcare. Insurance
companies will continue to take advantage of the public by raising
rates until they are stopped. This week will bring additional
power struggles and as this newsletter is being written; individual
States are filing lawsuits against the federal government, and
the new healthcare reform bill. Republican attorneys general
in 11 states warned that lawsuits will be filed to stop the federal
government overstepping its constitutional powers and usurping
states' sovereignty. States are concerned the burden of providing
healthcare will fall on them without enough federal support.
If you are interested in reading about the top benefits American's
will see right away under the new bill, once it is signed into
law, visit the link below.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/rep-john-b-larson/he-top-ten-immediate-bene_b_501748.html
In all fairness
to President Obama, it was highly unlikely he could pass the
bill he promised voters during his campaign due to the planetary
configurations in his chart that include Saturn square Venus,
Pluto opposing Venus and Neptune opposing Uranus, which generally
indicates bad advice as well as treachery, lies and deceitfulness
from those closest to him. The President achieved a monumental
feat in getting the bill passed that he did.
The transits
we experienced over the weekend were not only related to the
healthcare industry but banks and big business as well. Over
the weekend more banks failed in Georgia, Alabama and Minnesota,
bringing the national total to 37 for the year to date. Ellijay,
Ga.-based Appalachian Community Bank /quotes/comstock/11i!apab
(APAB 0.07, -0.14, -66.67%) , Hiawassee, Ga.-based Bank of Hiawassee,
Fort Deposit, Ala.-based First Lowndes Bank and Aurora, Minn.-based
State Bank of Aurora were all closed. The four bank failures
will cost the deposit-insurance fund $599.5 million, according
to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. According to New York
based financial astrologer Mitchell Lewis we will see many more
failed banks this year and in the coming year as well.
The Sun at
0 degrees opposing Saturn, and Mercury squaring Pluto, along
with the last New moon in Pisces conjunct Uranus, also dealt
with earth changes. A volcano erupted in Iceland, triggering
fears of further volcanic eruptions and forcing the evacuation
of hundreds of people. California psychic Ness21 wrote me with
the above information, along with the comment, "The earth
is alive and telling us so." Further earth changes will
continue to occur with the extraodinary transits we will experience
throughout the year, and the months leading up to the year 2012.
What we have seen to date is just the tip of the iceberg. This
week will bring further changes and news relating to big business,
banks and financial institutions, and power struggles between
government/big business and the middle class.
Nuclear energy
and weapons will likely find their way into the news as the Sun
squares Pluto on Friday, March 26. Saturn is at 1 degree of Libra
today, retrograding back into Virgo for a final 4 month stay
that begins on April l 8. Saturn will oppose Uranus for the final
time in Virgo-Pisces April 8-May 27, 2010. Each time this configuration
has occurred major changes occur in the world, and this time
will be no exception. More banks will fail. Healthcare concerns
and healthcare itself will change and many more battles will
be ahead on that front. Jobs, or lack thereof, will be on the
front burner. Saturn deals with the past and Uranus the future
and the two energies are colliding. It is a volatile combination,
and will force change one way or another.
Leslie
March
21, 2010
Welcome
to Spring, 2010
The astrological
New Year begins when the Sun enters Aires at 0 degrees on Saturday,
March 20, at 1;32 PM EST. This marks the day of an astronomical
event that occurs twice a years as the tilt of the Earths
axis is inclined toward or away from the sun, causing the apparent
motion of the Sun to reach its northernmost or southernmost extreme.
The apparent movement of the Sun's path comes to a stop before
reversing direction.
The Sun at 0 degrees of Aries, represents the start of the Spring
Season, and in Aries fashion couldn't kick off the planting season
(crops, ideas, people, and situations) with more fire. The Sun
opposes Saturn at 0-1 degree Sunday and Monday, as well as creating
a square to the God of the Underworld and the revealer of secrets
and vengeance, Pluto. Demoted or not, Pluto will pack a punch.
The square becomes exact Friday, March 26, and between now and
then we will experience a week of power struggles, obstacles
and wrath both collectively and individually.
This square will make itself known in your life if you have personal
planets at 0-7 degrees in Aires, Libra, Capricorn or Cancer.
These are the Cardinal signs and events related to this transit
will occur quickly, publicly and without hesitation.
This is just a taste of what these planets can do in this configuration
but the 'Mother of all Transits,' occurs later this summer when
Saturn opposes Uranus the planet of unexpected events, while
squaring Pluto. This will happen in the July-Mid August time
frame.
In the US, Congress votes on health care reform Sunday and it
will be a battle to the bitter end, between Republicans and Democrats
themselves. The Democratic party will be torn apart over this
issue, as Saturn represents Democrats and it will be a very difficult
year.
For the first time in American History it is actually possible
that a Third Party could actually emerge. Never say no in America.
Mercury to square Pluto at 7 degrees which will continue to reveal
information previously unknown. It creates animosity, disharmony,
and is dangerous for travel, transportation and issues related
to these issues, but on the positive note information may be
revealed that needs to be known. Americans are no longer in the
mood for superficial answers.
Power struggles are not limited to healthcare issues, but may
involve the world, earth changes and potential disasters, and
disruptions among the partners of this country as well as individuals
and couples. It is not an easy time for the Democrats or for
love. Big business will be shaken this week and information will
be revealed involving banks, insurance companies, and other large
corporate entities will dominate the news. It's no longer easy
to be a corporate giant, either.
The previous New Moon on March 15 fell on Uranus, the planet
of separation, sudden and unexpected news and explosive situations.
We do not yet know all she will reveal this week.
The Sun trines Mars and Mars trines Saturn, giving all parties
willpower and determination to vote yea or nay to healthcare
reform. If this bill passes, and I see no astrological guarantee,
it will be fraught with issues that will be revisited April-July
when Saturn retrogrades back into Virgo, ruler of healthcare
and work. It will become more complex when Saturn opposes Uranus
for the final time at the end of April.
Welcome to the revolution, this time it will be televised. America
wants healthcare reform, but we do not trust our government and
the conflict will continue.
Saturn is squaring Venus in President Obama's chart and this
is not a particularly lucky transit. He will be blamed no matter
what. But, he will speak eloquently and with force on his beliefs.
The year 2012 is now 22 months away, and many changes are to
occur before we get there. Spring of 2010 is but the beginning.
Leslie
March
12, 2010
Saturn
in Libra - Cheaper to Keep Her?
Saturn, the
taskmaster, entered the sign of marriage and relationships October
31, 2009. While in Libra, the planet of structure and hard work
will create stress in many relationships and marriages. Libra
also rules justice and governments, and will be in this sign
until October of 2012. When Saturn enters a sign it will make
us work harder in whatever area it is traveling through, the
end result being our efforts are rewarded at the end of the day
because of the structure it brings, or alternatively, it becomes
obvious it is time to change directions and take a different
path.
Old astrological texts speak of Libra (represented by the scales)
weighing the demerits and penalties of sin on one side and the
price of redemption on the other, and point to the biblical verse
that states, 'thou art weighed in the balances, and art found
wanting."
Since Saturn entered Libra it has been within a couple of degrees
of squaring (a square is a 90 degree angle representative of
struggles and obstacles which must be overcome) Pluto, the planet
of transformation and change, and the result has been a time
of frustration for many couples, especially if the square is
hitting a personal planet in you or your partner's chart. The
end result is frustration, bitterness, anger, lack of cooperation,
and general unhappiness. Of course, all couples aren't experiencing
this, but many are. Those Sun signs most affected are Libra,
Capricorn, Aires, and Cancer, born within the first 5 degrees,
or 5 days of their sign.
Psychologists and relationships therapists list money as one
of the main factors that can make or break a marriage. In these
times of economic slowdown 1 in 10 people are unemployed and
many are underemployed, resulting in great stress among many
couples and families. Couples who would otherwise divorce, are
now putting the big D on the back burner and continuing to live
under the same roof, as housing sales slow down, credit tightens,
and jobs become scarcer. As resources become scarcer, freedom
may no longer be an economic reality for disgruntled spouses.
According to CBS News, in 2009 the divorce rate in America dropped
to it's lowest point in 30 years. Brad Wilcox, Director of the
National Marriage Project says the recession has led to a new
sense of togetherness, and people postponing divorce as a result
of home values dropping.
This does not however, ensure future happiness or togetherness.
Couples struggling through the next two year cycle of Saturn
in Libra may stay together for the sake of money, but when Saturn
enters Scorpio in 2012, there may still be a division of assets
as Saturn enters the sign ruling the eighth house of joint assets
and jointly held money.
Leslie
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