Lynda Hill's Sabian Symbols

Climb mountains to see lowlands. Chinese Proverb

The man who removes a mountain begins by carrying away small stones. Anon

Success is not counted by how high you have climbed but by how many people you brought with you. Wil Rose

It is the ultimate wisdom of the mountains that a man is never more a man than when he is striving for what is beyond his grasp. James Ramsey Ullman

Do not seek to follow in the footsteps of the wise. Seek what they sought. Basho

If you wish to know the road up the mountain, ask the man who goes back and forth on it. Zenrin

First there is a mountain, then there is no mountain, then there is.  Zen Aphorism

Life at the top is financially rewarding, spiritually draining, physically exhausting, and short. Peter C. Newman

Ability may get you to the top, but it takes character to keep you there. John Wooden

Occuring on January 16 in the US and January 17 in Australia, the first new Moon of 2018 is quite an archetypal one for Capricorn. It speaks of ambition, whatever kind of ambition that might be - it might be social, physical, spiritual, the attainment of a particular goal. The Symbol is Capricorn 27: A MOUNTAIN PILGRIMAGE - it could barely be more archetypal. Of course, there's all kinds of ambition, and, we're not all mountain goats able to traverse rocky outcrops and high altitudes and the refined air that we can find ourselves having to negotiate. This kind of ambition can point us in many different possible trajectories, but, one thing is for sure, we may be feeling the need to scale some heights we might not have even considered before. We may, of course, become more and more sure footed, more sure of where we're going, what we need and what we want.

And, talk about letting go of the past and embracing the new; Uranus is squaring the Sun and the Moon and Venus, and, it's quincunxing (150 degree aspect - I call the quincunx the 'the itch that's difficult to scratch' aspect) Mars... This (all of these Uranus transits) can have us champing at the bit to get going, to do something new, to break through old barriers, to let go of old habits, people, possessions, attitudes, mind-sets, etc. We may feel like this is finally a chance at a new beginning - a new way to take on the world. We may be quite firm in our decisions, and, this could surprise some around us who may have expected us to merely continue on as before.

Mars may be quincunx Uranus, but, at least it's sextiling (60 degree aspect) the Sun and the Moon and Venus, and, the sextile goes on for a few days after the new Moon, bringing added impetus to get things going.

Jupiter is squaring the nodes, but, it is trining Neptune, so, this can be a time where we assess how and what we owe our allegiances to. We may find ourselves short on patience with those who are on the 'other side of the fence', or, who continually stir up trouble. We might feel a need to move away from those who bring us down, those who concentrate on (or only see) the negative.

Jupiter is on a very interesting degree that often brings up women's issues - Scorpio 20: A WOMAN DRAWING
ASIDE TWO DARK CURTAINS THAT CLOSED THE ENTRANCE TO A SACRED PATHWAY - we see the 'curtains drawn aside' so we can see down that dark pathway, that sacred path. Certainly, it can be seen as a 'rabbit hole' - where it leads to, nobody knows, but, we often have to venture down new pathways or we stay stuck in situations, events, relationships, places, or whatever, long after we're supposed to. This Symbol, especially as Mars recently traversed it, is very much about the women's movements going on, the MeToo movement, etc. Jupiter is illuminating that pathway for all of us. That feminine pathway that can be dark and mysterious, but, certainly can be very rewarding.

It's very interesting to note that the next degree (the Quest Degree) of Jupiter is Scorpio 21: OBEYING HIS CONSCIENCE, A SOLDIER RESISTS ORDERS. This is a very interesting degree, and Jupiter goes onto this degree a week or so after this new Moon. It often speaks of people 'leaving their posts', resigning, not doing the job they signed up for, leaving, deserting, saying no when society expects them to say yes, etc. It is a degree that can speak of defiance, but, it can also signal the need to follow your conscience, to not go against the dictates of your mind and heart. If something feels 'wrong' or bad or ill-advised, this degree can speak about moving past it or away from it. Of course, it can also speak of someone not doing what they are meant to do. This degree can be freeing or frustrating; it all depends on how it's manifesting in your life. Certainly, it seems, someone, and this could be someone in your life, or in the political life or your nation, in business or whatever, is likely to be dropping out in some way. This can also, of course, show people doing the wrong thing, deserting their post in times of need, up and running off if things get a little hard or dicey.

Mars is on a Symbol that speaks about the desire, or the need, to see what's really going on, what's the truth and what might be revealed if have the ability to really 'see' into those dark spaces that might not be so easy to peer down. Mars is on Scorpio 25: AN X-RAY PHOTOGRAPH THAT HELPS WITH THE DIAGNOSIS - quite the archetypal Scorpio degree. Mars on this degree can have us wanting to look down that path, to see what's been hidden from truth, to find an accurate picture of our lives. And, of course, as always, this manifest on a personal, spiritual, physical and/or political level. What can you discern is really happening?

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The new Moon each month marks a time of new beginnings and realisations. It's like a birth after a time of gestation or being 'in the womb'. Here, the light begins to return and we can see new beginnings and possibilities. A new Moon means that the Sun and the Moon are both together - bringing a synergy of their energies together. The new Moon is a perfect time to set your intentions for the future. This period is wonderful for planting seeds of whatever kind. What do you want to manifest in your future? Whether you write it down, sing about it or just hold the thought forms in your mind, doing this at the new Moon can realise some fabulous results around the things that you want to draw into your life.

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 The new Moon is on Capricorn 27: A MOUNTAIN PILGRIMAGE - the following is from my book The Sabian Oracle: 360 Degrees Of Wisdom - 

Commentary: ‘A Mountain Pilgrimage’ shows the human need to strive further, to go places that few people go and to take risks in the hope of reaching a somewhat “exalted” place. Taken literally, a ‘Mountain Pilgrimage’ can be difficult, risky and even downright life threatening, especially to those who are old, frail, in ill health or simply unfit. However, the ‘Pilgrimage’ can manifest on many levels, from wanting to reach and attain the “highest office” in a company or a country, all the way to desiring and striving for ascension to higher levels of other-worldly or spiritual attainment.

Oracle: In the situation facing you, there may be a need to strive and to learn more on your path to understanding and fulfillment. You may feel the desire to follow those who have gone before you in order to achieve a true sense of inner fulfillment and achievement. The effort that you have to expend is sometimes great, but, then, so can be the rewards. A keen sense of ambition that knows few limitations or boundaries, can lead to the top, even though it might be a steep climb. This ‘Pilgrimage’ can signal the need to get back to the purer elements of life and finding one’s spiritual grounding. The effort involved in the ‘Mountain Pilgrimage’ can take you away from friends and family, and those things that have been familiar and comforting to you. However, you may be surrounded, sometimes above and sometimes below, by people who share the same hopes and visions. These aren’t necessarily the friends and family that you are used to sharing your life with, but people you meet up with on the journey. Still, this may be a lonely journey, whether you are with others or not. Regardless, keep striving – it may be well worth the time and effort as you work to reach your own ‘Mountain’ top.

Keywords: Ascent in consciousness. Spiritual, material, corporate or political striving. Having an entourage of people (or wanting one). Aloneness and separation. Setting off to somewhere else. Going on a mission. Finding one’s spiritual grounding. Getting back to the purer elements of life. Ambitions to get to the top. Wanting the highest office in the land.

The Caution: High moral stands with no depth of feeling. Feeling “high above” others. Feelings of being, or acting like, an ascended being. Haughtiness. Intellectual snobbery. People scrambling for the top. The “tall poppy” syndrome. Ambitions that know no bounds. People ridiculing others for their lesser position. Spiritual or corporate struggling for position.

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Safety And Security And Supplies: February's Partial Solar Eclipse in Aquarius

Someone’s sitting in the shade today because someone planted a tree a long time ago. Warren Buffett

When the oak is felled the whole forest echoes with its fall, but a hundred acorns are sown in silence by an unnoticed breeze. Thomas Carlyle

If I had 8 hours to chop down a tree, I’d spend 6 sharpening my axe. Abraham Lincoln

Chop your own wood and it will warm you twice. Thoreau

The pioneers cleared the forests from Jamestown to the Mississippi with fewer tools than are stored in the typical modern garage. Dwayne Laws

From a fallen tree, all make kindling. Spanish Proverb

Some men go through a forest and see no firewood. English Proverb

Write without pay until somebody offers to pay you. If nobody offers within three years, sawing wood is what you were intended for. Mark Twain

February's new Moon is a partial solar eclipse. Occurring on February 15, it will not be visible to most of the planet. It will be visible in southern South America, including many locations in Argentina, Chile, Paraguay, and Uruguay, and in Antarctica. The eclipse will also be visible from some areas of the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. For more information on this eclipse, there's some good information here.

Although this is only a partial eclipse, no doubt many of us will be feeling the effects of it. As always, a solar eclipse is a new Moon, and, as such, it is a great time to be getting those affirmations going. As Neville Goddard said, it is best to assume that you already have what you want, or you are already who you want to be - it is by assuming that you are or have those things that they become reality. "Assumption hardens into fact", Goddard used to say. If you 'assume' something, the universe will provide those things or conditions. So, of course, we have to watch our thoughts, our imagination, our beliefs, our desires, etc. We must keep a tight rein on negative thoughts as they will just help us go further and further away from the things we really want. After all, worrying is praying for things we don't want.

I mention the above as this eclipse season is very much about the issue of 'where to from here'. There are some very good aspects in this chart, but, some of the Sabian Symbols are quite challenging.

We have the new Moon and Mercury sextiling Uranus, the ruler of the new Moon (solar eclipse), so, if we are aligned with our thoughts, desires and wishes, we can have some wonderful breakthroughs and realizations. Venus and Saturn are also in a sextile aspect, and, this can be good for actions and outcomes and relationships and healing what might have gone astray around relationships, friendships, financial issues, etc.

We also have Mars trining the Moon's north node, and, this can be great for moving past the past, for getting past issues that have seemed to be roadblocks and stalemates - we can find things moving in bigger and better ways by focusing our hearts and minds on right action.

We also have Mercury and Jupiter in a separating square aspect. This can be good for making decisions and taking actions, as long as we are not promising more than we can deliver, as long as we are not overdoing things or going into overreach.

And, within the week following this eclipse, Venus will conjunct Neptune, adding to the impulse to follow our hopes and dreams and wishes. The trick is not to do more than you are mentally, emotionally or physically equipped to be doing as we can wear ourselves out if we take on too much. Moderation is key, but, so is getting clear.

So, the above aspects, and, no doubt others that are at play, are some of the good energies around us at this time. The more difficult aspects of this chart can be seen through some of the Sabian Symbols. We have Venus on a Symbol that often speaks of losing faith, feeling deserted, feeling as though one has been neglected, or, sacrificed too much, etc. Venus is on Pisces 7: ILLUMINATED BY A SHAFT OF LIGHT, A LARGE CROSS LIES ON ROCKS SURROUNDED BY SEA AND MIST. This Symbol can show the need to tune in to our faith, our belief in the goodness of life, to see where we might have to change or modify how we expect life to go, especially in regards to other people and their life trajectory.

Mars is on Sagittarius 12: A WIDOW'S PAST IS BROUGHT TO LIGHT. This can be about family secrets, wills and legacies, issues that may have laid dormant for some time and are now revealed, etc. We might find that we, or others, blurt out a little too much information, or, there may be some uncomfortable realities that we have to deal with. Still, Mars here can see us dealing with these issues and getting them sorted and healed, leading to better outcomes. The recent revelations about domestic abuse fit in with this Symbol, as does the Symbol for Venus, although, of course, that is just one type of manifestation that we see occurring.

Saturn is on a degree that can speak about the power of the press, the issue of 'fake news', etc. What to believe? And, Saturn here can show us how powerful our own words, thoughts and feelings - our own 'emanations' - can be. Saturn is on Capricorn 7: A VEILED PROPHET SPEAKS, SEIZED BY THE POWER OF A GOD. Finding the 'truth' in what's said or thought or bouncing around can be an interesting challenge.

Paying attention to what's going on can bring good outcomes with Mercury on Aquarius 26: A GARAGE MAN TESTING A CAR'S BATTERY WITH A HYDROMETER. Be watchful, be thoughtful, look after the 'mechanics' of situations. Some need a good dose of WD40, while other things may need a master 'mechanic' to sort them out. Whatever, we can find good outcomes from being mindful of conditions.

The main issue of this new Moon (partial eclipse) is to find safety and security and a good place to be. The Symbol for this eclipse, Aquarius 28: A TREE FELLED AND SAWED TO ENSURE A SUPPLY OF WOOD FOR THE WINTER, shows us that issues to do with our future, our ability to heat and cool and feed and clothe and look after ourselves and our loved ones is a main issue at the moment. How are you doing on that score?

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The Sculptor's Vision Is Taking Form: December's Sagittarius New Moon On The Galactic Center

It may be that our role on this planet is not to worship God but to create him. Arthur C. Clarke

Art is not a mirror to reflect the world, but a hammer with which to shape it. Vladimir Mayakovsky

A man paints with his brains and not with his hands. Michelangelo

Every separate thought takes shape and becomes visible in color and form. Liu Hua-Yang

The universe is one of God’s thoughts. Johann Christoph Friedrich von Schiller

If you do not find yourself beautiful yet, act as does the creator of a statue that is to be made beautiful: he cuts away here, he smoothes there, he makes this line lighter, this other purer, until a lovely face has grown upon his work. Plotinus

We must become the change we want to see. Mahatma Gandhi 

 

December's new Moon in Sagittarius falls on December 18, and, it feels like a very special sign of the times as Saturn moves out of Sagittarius and heads into Capricorn, the new Moon occurs right before the Winter Solstice (the Summer Solstice in the southern hemisphere), therefore, Saturn is conjunct this new Moon, and, this new Moon is smack on the Galactic Center. 

 

There's likely to be plenty of reason for optimism and good cheer, especially as we have so many planets in Sagittarius; Mercury, Venus, Moon, Sun and Saturn all in Sagittarius. Sticking with positive thoughts about the future can see breakthroughs happening on every level. Also, Uranus, in Aries, is trining all of those planets in Sagittarius, so, creative and spiritual solutions to problems are likely to pop up, often seemingly out of nowhere. 

 

The really big feature of this new Moon is the fact that it is on the Galactic Center. To my way of thinking, the orb of the GC extends from Sagittarius 24+ to Sagittarius 29+, and, perhaps, even into Capricorn. 

 

The Galactic Center is said to be the spot where we can 'commune with God', connect to the Law Of Attraction, and, create, shape and mold our lives. Having said that, I do feel that every degree of the zodiac can connect us to 'the mind of God', it's just that the GC of Sagittarius, and, the Super Galactic Center of late Virgo and early Libra have that capability in spades. 

 

So, this new Moon asks the questions: How much do you believe that we can create our own reality? How mindful are you of your thoughts, what goes through your mind, etc? What is it that you truly want. 

 

This new Moon conjunct the Galactic Center feels like a very powerful time. The GC moves one degree every 72 years as a result of the precession of the equinoxes. And, everyone reading this would have the GC on Sagittarius 27 in their chart. Sagittarius 27 is A SCULPTOR'S VISION IS SLOWLY BUT SURELY TAKING FORM. A couple of years ago, the GC moved from Sagittarius 27 to Sagittarius 28: A SPLENDIDLY BUILT BRIDGE, A HERITAGE OF UNKNOWN AGES, STILL SPANS THE BEAUTIFUL AND WILDLY PRIMITIVE STREAM. 

 

Put most simply; we are to watch our thoughts, our desires, our self-talk, etc, in order to see what we are creating with our awareness (or - lack of awareness). And, we are to see our lives, our actions, our quests as acting like the 'SPLENDIDLY BUILT BRIDGE." We do well, especially when the GC is highlighted, to see our lives as 'bridge-like'... building bridges between you and others, you and God, you and the things you desire to see in your world. And, with this new Moon, we not only have the lunation smack on the GC, we will also, in the coming days, have Venus and Mercury transit over it. So, we will do well to really tune into our hopes and dreams and wishes. 

 

The trick, apparently, is to have the feeling that you have already accomplished that which you desire as, Neville Goddard says it, 'assumption hardens into fact'. If we put out the vibe that we are 'loveless', or 'need more money', we will continue to be loveless and needing more money. 

 

Further to the idea of making our own reality is Uranus in Aries trining all of those planets in Sagittarius. If something doesn't have the ring of authenticity, if you don't feel a good gut connection to whatever it is that you are thinking of doing, you might need to take a moment to think through the ramifications of how you would feel if you did do it, and, how you would feel if you don't. 

 

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I want to take this opportunity to thank you for your support and encouragement over the past year. 2017 was rather rough on many of us, but, I can at least state that I'm finishing 2017 in a better condition than I was in at the beginning of the year! I wish you all a fabulous 2018, and, again, thank you! 

There's always more to say about these full and new Moons, but, I'll leave it to the Sabian Symbols below. They are always so illuminating! 

Standing Up, Speaking Out And Stating Your Truth: December's Gemini Full Moon

Freedom – to walk free and own no superior. Walt Whitman

Freedom is the emancipation from the arbitrary rule of other men. Mortimer Adler

Emancipate yourselves from mental slavery. None but ourselves can free our minds. Bob Marley

Bit by bit… she had claimed herself. Freeing yourself was one thing; claiming ownership of that freed self was another. Toni Morrison

No man is good enough to govern another man without that other’s consent. Abraham Lincoln

We need to find the courage to say NO to the things and people that are not serving us if we want to rediscover ourselves and live our lives with authenticity. Barbara De Angelis

To sin by silence when they should protest makes cowards of men. Abraham Lincoln

The limits of tyrants are prescribed by the endurance of those whom they oppose. Frederick Douglass

 

December's full Moon falls on December 3 in the US, and, December 4 in Australia. This is a rather Neptunian chart as the full Moon is in an exact t-square with Neptune. Thus, this full Moon can awaken a lot of spirituality in us, a hankering to make more art, and, a heightened sensitivity to social pressures, all the way to feeling ripped-off and deluded. I think we're going to be seeing all of these things highlighted in coming weeks. In amongst the stories of this full Moon we have the desire to be heard, to have our thoughts and feelings voiced, to be taken seriously, along with the need to not feel judged or examined or found to be less than.

 

The following shows how tight this t-square is... 

 

• The Moon on Gemini 12: A SLAVE GIRL DEMANDS HER RIGHTS OF HER MISTRESS
  
  
• The Sun on Sagittarius 12: A FLAG THAT TURNS INTO AN EAGLE; THE EAGLE INTO A CHANTICLEER SALUTING THE DAWN
  
  
• Neptune on Pisces 12: AN EXAMINATION OF INITIATES IN THE SANCTUARY OF AN OCCULT BROTHERHOOD

As always with these kinds of aspects, it is interesting to look at the empty leg of the t-square, the degree forming a grand-cross to these planets, in other words. It's interesting in light of many things going on around the feminine lately. It's Virgo 12: A BRIDE WITH HER VEIL SNATCHED AWAY. This can imply many things, in amongst them having to 'remove the veil', revealing one's self, being true to your self, stripping away falsehoods and misconceptions, etc. It also can speak of removing that veil so you can see into, participate in and effect healings on many levels, especially on a spiritual level. We may feel as if we're being 'examined', perhaps falling short, not living up to expectations, wondering when we'll be able to let go of the stories around our rights, beliefs, aspirations, etc, that are hindering us from getting what we want. Sometimes, with this assembling of the 12th degree of mutables, we find ourselves finding our voice, finding the impetus and breaking through the barriers, especially those 'glass ceilings' (in their various forms) that have been around far too long. BTW, Virgo 12 is the Sun degree of Elsie Wheeler, the fabulous spiritualist medium who gave birth to the Sabian Symbols. 

In amongst it all, we need to be vigilant around giving rise to issues to do with feelings of self-sacrifice, emptiness, guilt, or any number of other emotions that can lead to self-delusion. Naturally, this is not inevitable, it depends on what is going on for you and around you. As always, we could see this writ more largely in the media; this configuration, especially with the planets involved, can bring up more allegations of sexual assault, bullying, etc, and, there will be judgments made left, right and center. 

This configuration can also see us having a spiritual awakening. Interesting, insightful and creative realizations can come through, especially if we honour our sensibilities and give ourselves some time out.  

Banging Your Drum Vs Making A Lot Of Noise: November's Scorpio New Moon

If a man does not keep pace with his companions, perhaps it is because he hears a different drummer. Let him step to the music which he hears, however measured or far away. Henry David Thoreau

We should face reality and our past mistakes in an honest, adult way. Boasting of glory does not make glory, and singing in the dark does not dispel fear. King Hussein

Love is not a victory march. Leonard Cohen

The intellectual man requires a fine bait; the sots are easily amused. But everybody is drugged with his own frenzy, and the pageant marches at all hours, with music and banner and badge. Ralph Waldo Emerson

Once vigorous measures appear to be the only means left of bringing the Americans to a due submission to the mother country, the colonies will submit. King George III

Military justice is to justice what military music is to music. Groucho Marx

Military intelligence is a contradiction in terms. Groucho Marx

November's new Moon occurs on the 18th, and, it's an interesting new Moon with lots of promise and rewards, although it could have some frustration amongst the energies going on. The degree of the new Moon is Scorpio 26.19, and, it is quincunx (in a 150 degree aspect) to Uranus, and, it's semi-sextile Saturn. This can have us feeling a little held back, or, it can have us feeling that some adjustments needs to be made that can feel like going over old ground, rather than covering the new. Still, we can change a lot of our paradigms as this new Moon is trine Chiron, and that can have us examining The Stories That We Tell Ourselves in order to find where we can be changing our tune. 

And, changing our tune is a very useful thing to do right now. Of course, we might be quite happy with the tune we're playing, but, other might not be, or, we might feel that we've played that tune long enough and we would do well to try out another melody - another aspects of ourselves that we can resonate with. 

Part of the deal at the moment is recognising who belongs in our lives and who doesn't. We may have people appearing that are downright challenging, horrid, accusatory, dismissive, etc, and, we might wonder what we're doing continuing to entertain the thought of having them in our sphere. If they break through your boundaries, if they hurt you, accuse you, throw things at you that don't belong to you, if they are so out of left field that you don't want them in your life anymore, this can be a time to let them go, to free them up, along with freeing yourself up (which is actually more important). After all, after Chiron is on Pisces 25: THE PURGING OF THE PRIESTHOOD, it moves onto Pisces 26: A NEW MOON REVEALS THAT IT'S TIME FOR PEOPLE TO GO AHEAD WITH THEIR DIFFERENT PROJECTS. So, it could be time for you to split off and go in a different direction OR it could be time for you to concentrate on what you need in order to grow and prosper without being concerned about other peoples' direction in amongst it. The trick is to stay focused on your needs in amongst what's going on. 

Redemption and relief is possible, always, but, especially now as Saturn is smack on the Galactic Center. We are being asked to get straight and real about our desires, our thoughts, the things that we 'put out there'. What do we want to have in our lives? What do we want to be making of our lives? What is the best use of the Law Of Attraction at the moment? How can we best focus on what we want, especially if we tend to focus on what others want and forget our own needs, wishes and desires. 

With Saturn on the Galactic Center on Sagittarius 27: A SCULPTOR'S VISION IS TAKING FORM, we might be seeing our thoughts readily manifesting into situations, conversations and outcomes almost before we've had a chance to truly think about them. We are likely to find many synchronicities and psychic occurrences, some of which can be mind-blowing and revelatory. We are being asked, perhaps now more than ever, to keep a watch on our thoughts. Where are our intentions taking us? Where are we directing ourselves in our day-to-day lives?

Buying The Whole Package Versus Window Shopping: November's Cinderella Taurus Full Moon

Joy is not in things, it is in us. Richard Wagner

You can’t have everything. Where would you put it? Stephen Wright

Large desire is endless poverty. Indian proverb

We don’t need to increase our goods nearly as much as scaling down our wants. Not wanting some thing is as good as possessing it. Donald Horban

Advertising may be described as the science of arresting human intelligence long enough to get money from it. Stephen Leacock

What really matters is what you do with what you have. Shirly Lord

When we are not rich enough to be able to purchase happiness, we must not approach too near and gaze on it in shop windows. Tristan Bernard

Marrying a man is like buying something you’ve been admiring for a long time in a shop window. You may love it when you get it home, but it doesn’t always go with everything else in the house. Jean Kerr

November's Taurus full Moon occurs on November 4, and, it's a rather Jupiterian lunation. Jupiter, the planet of good luck, abundance and expansion, is conjunct the Sun and opposite the Moon, bringing with it a sense of optimism in amongst some of the more challenging energies that are around at this time. 

Jupiter is on a degree that can speak of heading off to make one's fortune, finding a more rewarding and satisfying place to be, work to do, positions to fill, etc. Jupiter is on Scorpio 6: A GOLD RUSH TEARS MEN AWAY FROM THEIR NATIVE SOIL. Jupiter on this degree, and, it being in Scorpio, can bring all kinds of good financial luck our way, especially if we are connecting in with positive thoughts and directions. We can find our 'pot of gold' in all sorts of ways - we just have to be open to good things flowing our way. 

An even tighter aspect to this full Moon is the trine to the Sun and the sextile to the Moon from Neptune. It is a very tight aspect, and, it tells us that if we are in alignment with our dreams, hopes and wishes, we can see all kinds of things coming true now. This is especially true if we are mindful and tune into the Law Of Attraction. Making affirmations, though, may not be enough - we have to assume that we have the things we want; that we inhabit the feeling of having the things we want in our lives, and, we don't concentrate on thinking about the things we don't have. 

Venus, the ruler of Taurus, and therefore the ruler of this Taurus full Moon, is in Libra, the other sign ruled by Venus, and, it is exactly almost to the minute opposite Uranus, which can bring about some surprising, often unexpected and sometimes shocking, outcomes. Sometimes we see something coming with this type of aspect to Venus, sometimes we don't. The main message from this Venus/Uranus opposition is to let go of those things whether they are possessions, relationships, people, jobs, positions, etc, that are no longer working for us. With Uranus on Aries 26: A MAN POSSESSED OF MORE GIFTS THAN HE CAN HOLD, we can find ourselves either letting go of the old, the outworn or the outgrown OR dropping the ball as we find that our hands are full enough and we can't quite grasp all the things we might perhaps like to be holding onto. That degree of Uranus can also show that we have so many 'gifts', talents, abilities, etc, that we might need to focus on some and let go of the others. There is certainly a lot of potential in this opposition, but, we might find our grip loosening on something in order to be able to take hold of something else. Venus is also in a sextile aspect with Saturn. It's by being firm and nailing down decisions that we can focus on what's truly important and bring resolutions to situations that may have been asking for answers. 

We also have Mars making a closing square to Pluto over the coming two weeks. This aspect will perfect at the next new Moon, which will be interesting as it talks about either being released from bondage and chains and problems OR being handcuffed, arrested and charged. In other words, we have a very interesting few weeks ahead. 

In amongst it all, we have Chiron on Pisces 25: THE PURGING OF THE PRIESTHOOD, squaring Saturn on Sagittarius 25: A CHUBBY LITTLE RICH BOY RIDES UPON A HOBBYHORSE. It seems that for some, the chickens have come home to roost. For others, many may feel that they can step into a position of authority that they have perhaps long waited to occupy. Often this is about doing things you want to do rather than things society says you should be doing. If you're on the right track, helping others, being of service to the world, there can be rewards here. If one is abusing faith, hope and trust, there can be some rather interesting and severe undoing. We are seeing both scenarios happening in the world around us, and, many of us may be feeling these things within ourselves. The recent sex scandals in Hollywood and elsewhere really fit these Symbols, as do the scandals in government and business that we're seeing again and again lately. 

With Uranus and Saturn in a closing and close fire trine, we are being shown the way to finding a sense of being organised, following our own paths, finding our way out of restrictions and limitations. We may have to jettison some things, though, as Uranus is on a degree that can talk about keeping some things while letting go of others. We may also have to focus on one or two things instead of on a wide variety of things as we could just find ourselves juggling and not being able to concentrate enough if our energies are scattered. This is especially so as Uranus is on Aries 26: A MAN POSSESSED OF MORE GIFTS THAN HE CAN POSSIBLY HOLD. These can be physical possessions, gifts, talents, possibilities, or, memories. Whatever we are juggling, if we're dropping some balls, we might want to see what needs to be dropped all together. 

So, in amongst it all, there are some very positive aspects to this full Moon, as long as we are not casting ourselves in the role of Cinderella. I see the 12th degree of fixed; Taurus 12, Leo 12, Scorpio 12 and Aquarius 12, as being the grand cross of Cinderella. We can either be at the ball, have the invite, the ticket in, sitting at the good table with good people around us, with a nice dress, shoes and looking like a million dollars OR we might find ourselves at home scrubbing the floors. The 12th degree of fixed can talk about those variables. And, this full Moon is on this axis. 

The big aspect that needs perhaps our fullest awareness, though, to me, are the Symbols for the nodal axis. The Moon's south node is on a degree that can have us wondering when things are going to lighten up. It can have us staring into a void and feeling like life may never change. We may feel lonely, cast adrift and uncertain about our future. Having said that, it is the south node, so, we can definitely make some measures to steer clear of this energy, even if we may see it in the world around us. The south node is on Aquarius 21: A WOMAN DISAPPOINTED AND DISILLUSIONED, COURAGEOUSLY FACING THE FUTURE. This energy can rather easily be seen through the 'Me Too' movement that we've been seeing on social media. 

The Moon's north node is not much easier as we may wonder if we're ever going to get anywhere (we are, we have a lot going on in this full Moon chart that says as much). It's on Leo 21: INTOXICATED CHICKENS DIZZILY FLAPPING THEIR WINGS TRYING TO FLY. This nodal axis is not an easy one, but, if we keep our wits about us, make some good decisions, see our lives unfolding in the ways we want and keep steering a direct course straight ahead, we will get past this time which may feel rather disorienting. Although obviously not always, I do often see this opposition of Leo and Aquarius 21 as being one of the disillusionment and loneliness that can erupt from alcoholism, drugs, being alone, feeling neglected, etc. 

I believe that, if we concentrate on the dream, we may more easily see and find ourselves through to the reality that we want. Jupiter and Neptune seem to be able to deliver on that on this full Moon. We, however, must keep the faith. 

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Getting Above And Beyond It All: October's Libran New Moon

Flying might not be all plain sailing, but the fun of it is worth the price. Amelia Earhart

Words have no wings but they can fly many thousands of miles. Korean proverb

There are no signposts in the sky to show a man has passed that way before. There are no channels marked. The flier breaks each second into new uncharted seas. Anne Morrow Lindbergh

The airplane stays up because it doesn’t have the time to fall. Orville Wright

Twinkle, twinkle, little bat! How I wonder what you’re at! Up above the world you fly! Like a tea tray in the sky. Lewis Carroll

Faith without works is like a bird without wings; though she may hop with her companions on earth, yet she will never fly with them to heaven. Francis Beaumont

If there were any justice in this world, people would occasionally be permitted to fly over pigeons. Gene Brown

October's new Moon occurs on October 19 in the US and October 20 in Australia in Libra. This is yet another powerful lunation, and, it's one with some very strong messages. With Uranus exactly opposite this new Moon, we are likely to have some very interesting messages coming through, breakthroughs, realizations and decisions that can see some big changes being made, at least on some level (physically, mentally, emotionally, etc.) 

The message from Uranus has been very interesting for several months this year, and, especially just recently. Up until a few weeks ago, Uranus was on Aries 28: A LARGE DISAPPOINTED AUDIENCE, and, I imagine that most of us have felt that keenly. Whether it's the shocking and devastating weather events this year; the hurricanes, flooding, record heat temperatures, fires, hurricanes again, the circus that passes as politics, many have had a lot to feel 'disappointed' about. Even if we were not affected personally, we might have picked up on the suffering of others, the sheer sense of defeat and alienation that many around the world have been feeling. Uranus is retrograde, and, it's changed degrees, and, it's current transit over Aries 27 is a lot more heartening. 

Uranus is now on Aries 27: THROUGH IMAGINATION, A LOST OPPORTUNITY IS REGAINED. Uranus' passage retrograde over this degree is asking us to take a good look at our inner and outer dialogue. How and what do we think as we go about our lives? Could our dialogue be improved? We may need to observe our thoughts, random or otherwise, to see how we're creating our days, our lives... As I've mentioned before, I have been listening to a lot of Neville Goddard's lectures on Youtube (highly recommended), and, Neville talks about how our 'wonderful human imagination' creates everything. Neville says that nothing was created without imagination, and, his argument is compelling. Casting his chart, I was delighted (but not really surprised) to see that his Jupiter is Aries 27. He talks about imagination constantly, and, his message is one of taking control of our lives by realising that we are the true manifestation of God. It's fascinating stuff. Neville Goddard died in the 70's, so he's no longer around (as Neville, at least), but, there are hundreds of his lectures on Youtube to enrich our lives. He says over and over that 'assumption hardens into fact', and, if we actually assume that we have something, are in possession of something (rather than affirmations of want or lack or need), that assumption will become our reality. Neville says that we can rewrite the past by seeing it in a completely different light; by rewriting what happened in our minds. All very holographic stuff, and, Neville comes out of the fabulous New Thought movement which sits more easily with me than the current New Age movement. 

Whether or not one gets into the messages of Neville Goddard, Uranus is giving us an opportunity to use this time to rethink our thoughts. I find it useful to notice negative thoughts or messages coming to mind by saying 'not useful now', 'don't need to think about that', or, just dropping the story altogether. 

Jupiter has just recently entered Scorpio where it will stay until November 8, 2018. Jupiter's message at this new Moon is one of building community. Whether it's stepping up to help others, to join together to share our skills and our tools, or, donate funds or any number of other positive contributions, we are being asked to think of our communities. Of course, especially as this is Jupiter, our community can be the world, but, we might also find that we want to improve our general environment as well. Jupiter and Mercury are conjunct (together), and, this can help us to see the bigger picture, the bigger story in our lives, the universe, everything ;) 

Mercury is conjunct Jupiter at this new Moon, giving us the ability to go deeper, to think more deeply, to concentrate on issues that we might have put aside. Mercury's passage over the few days after the new Moon is one of letting go of things from the past, and, Mercury passes over some extra psychic and clairvoyant (knowing) degrees. 

Saturn is trining the Moon's north node, and, we might be feeling the need to get more organised, to throw out those things we no longer need, to get more structured and disciplined. We can accomplish a great deal with this energy now, especially if we're paying attention to the messages coming our way. 

Mars is going from Virgo to Libra at this new Moon, and, as such, traversing the Super Galactic Center over the week or so following the new Moon. It's time to connect in with that Law Of Attraction and see how we're manifesting our life. What do you want to change? What needs revision? Soon, in November and December, we'll also have Saturn transiting the Galactic Center, so, we're being asked to really tune into our positive thoughts and aspirations. Onwards and upwards! 

Mars is also separating from opposing Chiron and squaring Saturn, so, the lead up to this new Moon has felt rather fraught with difficulties, and, for many, frustration. The recent sex scandals in the US have been reflected in this t-square with Chiron on a degree that speaks about people leaving, splitting off (or, some cases, desertion), and, we're seeing many questioning issues to do with power with Chiron again about to traverse Pisces 25: THE PURGING OF THE PRIESTHOOD. 

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Defusing The Detonators: October's Aries Full Moon

Anger will never disappear so long as thoughts of resentment are cherished in the mind. Anger will disappear just as soon as thoughts of resentment are forgotten. Buddha

How much more grievous are the consequences of anger than the causes of it. Marcus Aurelius

“I lose my temper, but it’s all over in a minute,” said the student. “So is the hydrogen bomb,” I replied. “But think of the damage it produces!” George Sweeting

I do not like this word “bomb.” It is not a bomb. It is a device that is exploding. Jacques le Blanc—French ambassador to New Zealand on Greenpeace’s Rainbow Warrior bombing. 

As in an explosion, I would erupt with all the wonderful things I saw and understood in this world. Boris Pasternak

When the habitually even-tempered suddenly fly into a passion, that explosion is apt to be more impressive than the outburst of the most violent amongst us. Margery Allingham

October's Aries full Moon occurs on October 5 in the U.S. and on October 6 in Australia. It is yet another very powerful lunation, and, in the chart of the full Moon set for Washington D.C., Pluto is smack on the ascendant. This can bring up issues to do with power and control, and, well, it can have people either going into more fear in the US from recent (and not so recent) events, or, it can be a sign that people can pull back their sense of personal power and bring about a transformation in their lives. Pluto plays a big part of this full Moon, as, just hours after the full Moon, the Moon squares Pluto, and, just days after, the Sun does the same. A lot of realisations and 'aha' moments can descend on us and we can find answers to things we've been wondering about.

In amongst it we are likely to be seeing more and more evidence of the abuse of power by those 'in charge', by those in government, by those who appear to be pulling the strings. Of course, we can avoid the 'string pulling' by not spending our lives playing the games that the establishment wants us to play. In other words, it's time to emerge from the 'coal mine' of Libra 12 and spend more time enjoying the fruits and joy of Libra 13 (the Sun transits over these degrees at this full Moon).

The trick might very well be to stop, or, lessen the time we spend listening to the news, to stop participating in the 'the bomb's going to go off at any moment' energy that's around. As hard as it sounds (and I find it very difficult to not 'care' or 'watch' the news myself), if we're not observing what's going on then we can regain a sense of peace and calm. It's been a very difficult couple of months... 

Mercury is conjunct (together with) the Sun at this full Moon, and, it opposes the Moon. Mercury's message seems to be that we can do well to see others through a more compassionate, caring and non judgemental lens. In fact, I feel that this is very important at this time. Of course, we may be observing some and seeing that we're better off without them in our lives, in our sphere, in our attention. We may want to block them or drop them if they're taking up too much time or emotional energy. However, it can be through softening our lens (our expectations) of others that we can see them more clearly, to see them for who they are instead of perhaps trying to mold them into who we think they should be (or, how they 'should' act). 

A rather big, even if short-lived, planetary aspect is the current Jupiter/Uranus opposition. Jupiter and Uranus opposed on two very interesting degrees: Jupiter on Libra 28: A MAN ALONE IN DEEP GLOOM, UNNOTICED, ANGELS COMES TO HIS AID, and, Uranus is on Aries 28: A LARGE DISAPPOINTED AUDIENCE. This opposition can have many feeling like they want (or need or must find) more freedom, more liberation, the ability to come and go as they please, to not be restricted. There can be depression in these degrees, in both of them, and, it is fascinating to note that they are always opposite each other - these degrees Aries 28 and Libra 28, so, this axis can be very much about adjusting our expectations, rallying to help others who need help, letting go of preconceived ideas of how things should be rather than how they are OR it can show the need to adjust our minds to more positive outcomes and to stick with watching The Stories That We Tell Ourselves. When negative thoughts come to mind, it can be a good idea to immediately discount them with "not useful", "not interesting", "not now, no"... and, simply clear the mind and replacing those thoughts with more positive ones. It works well (especially as we're talking about Jupiter and Uranus here) to just drop any negative or useless thoughts and listen to the birds, music, soothing talks on Youtube or Ted or the like. 

Bringing much lighter energies is the conjunction of Venus and Mars at this full Moon as this conjunction is also in a nice trine aspect with Pluto. This can align us more with our objectives and provide us with insight into how we can improve our lives, and, in many cases, we can improve our relationships by gaining a better understanding of why some people (events, memories, commitments, etc) are the way they are.

With Venus and Mars squaring Saturn very soon after the full Moon, we can find that we, or others, make some decisions about our future, our relationships and where we're headed. This full Moon has rather a strong message about 'destination' as Venus and Mars are both on Virgo 20: A CARAVAN OF CARS HEADED FOR PROMISED LANDS, and, Saturn is on Sagittarius 23: A GROUP OF IMMIGRANTS FULFILLING THE REQUIREMENTS FOR ENTERING A NEW COUNTRY. Sometimes, of course, we are not free to just 'move on', change homes, relationships, change countries even, but, we can do it in our minds by dropping the stories that keep us stuck in a state that we might not want to continue in.  

This is especially true as Saturn is in a nice trine aspect with the Moon's north node, and, in fact, we have a lovely grand trine with the Moon's node, Saturn and Uranus, signalling that it's time to get 'real' about our objectives - time to make some decisions. Adding to this is the message from Chiron; it's time to focus on your 'projectives', your objectives, the things that will make you happy. Chiron on Pisces 26 can signal the end of some relationships, but, more than anything, it says that it's time to be clear-headed about the dialogue you have going about your life.  

The Right Use Of Power, Possibilities And Potentials: September's Virgo New Moon

All I want is a warm bed and a kind word, and unlimited power. Ashleigh Brilliant

All violence, all that is dreary and repels, is not power, but the absence of power. Ralph Waldo Emerson

My fellow Americans. I’ve signed legislation that will outlaw Russia forever. We begin bombing in five minutes. President Reagan

I have never been able to conceive how any rational being could propose happiness to himself from the exercise of power over others. Thomas Jefferson

No person is your friend who demands your silence, or denies your right to grow. Alice Walker

Never get angry. Never make a threat. Reason with People. Mario Puzo—from the Godfather

Never strike your wife, even with a flower. Hindu proverb

Power tends to corrupt, and absolute power corrupts absolutely. Lord Acton

September's new Moon falls on September 20, and, it's an interesting one. This is quite a Chironic new Moon, with Chiron (The Stories We Tell Ourselves) smack opposite it. The major themes seem to be around taking note of the voices we pay attention to; the stories, the messages, the inputs, the outputs, the whole thing when it comes to issues of insight into how our minds work and operate, and, how we can change what we need to change, especially if we feel that we're feeding some kind of negative or self defeating program. Thus, this new Moon is one of analysing and seeing the bigger picture, especially as we are being asked to take hold of our sense of personal authority, step up and put our big people pants on and pull our socks up. Even slight adjustments can move us up and out at the moment, even if we are picking up on the enormous amount of disappointment and frustration that seems to be permeating the atmosphere at the moment. 

This new Moon feels like it contains a very strong 'political message'. The Sun on 'the man in uniform', Mercury on 'the powerful statesman', Venus on The Unsealed Letter - all of it feels rather political. Of course, all of these degrees will have impact on our personal lives in one way or another. With Mars and Mercury conjunct (closely together) in Virgo, and, Venus now entering Virgo, we may find ourselves analysing things, seeking solutions, wanting to 'tidy things up a bit'. 

There can be a lot of frustration in the air as we may feel like we want to get things going, and, a lot of us feel the urgent need to be doing it, but, there's a quincunx aspect to Uranus that can feel like things are coming, moving, resolving, but, it may all feel just a little out of our grasp. I describe the quincunx as 'The Itch That's Hard To Scratch'. As we might if we have an itch in the middle of a plaster cast on our leg, we may be pushed to come up with inventive methods for scratching it such as bending a wire coat hanger to get to that itch that's just out of our usual reach. 

The message of retrograde Uranus is interesting to note: Aries 28: A LARGE DISAPPOINTED AUDIENCE. There's no doubt that many people, worldwide, are feeling a deep, or, overlaying, sense of disappointment. It's been a hectic few months, and, we've had a lot of bad news with floods, hurricanes, fires, earthquakes, losses of many kinds, enormous solar flares, etc, etc. It has been almost as though if we look away for a few seconds, when we look back something else horrible has happened (or is unfolding). Of course, there are good things going on as well.... thank goodness. Most of those people reading this have many things to be grateful for, BUT, a lot of us are still battling with feelings of 'when is it going to get better'? It's been like a barrage of one thing after another, even if we are not personally effected. Uranus spent a few months on this degree earlier this year, and, it will again next year, so, we are learning the need to see past 'the disappointment' and switch our minds to more positive thoughts.

As my wonderful inspirational teacher, Neville Goddard (deceased in the early 70's) says, we can change things through our 'own wonderful human imagination'. Uranus will soon give us more opportunities as it goes retrograde (and then direct next year) on Aries 27: THROUGH IMAGINATION, A LOST OPPORTUNITY IS REGAINED. Neville Goddard tells us that our imagination IS God (that's explaining it in very few words... ), and, indeed, Aries 27 is the degree of Neville Goddard's Jupiter. I highly recommend the audios of his lectures on Youtube (easily found, there are many). In other words, we create our reality. We know that, but, if you're like me, we sometimes need reminding :), and, Goddard's message is entirely on point.  

Adding to the desire to get things happening, to break free, to loosen restrictions, etc, (perhaps to run away?), is the upcoming Jupiter/Uranus opposition. This can bring amazing breakthroughs in understanding, in circumstances, in possibilities, in our imaginations. Jupiter is on a degree that speaks of balancing our emotions, especially if we get angry, frustrated and forget to employ love, patience and understanding. Finding equilibrium and remembering to keep a sense of balance can bring interesting challenges, and, we need to remember not to 'disappoint ourselves' in the process. Actually, this opposition can bring strokes of good luck and wonderful opportunities, so, we might be surprised to find ourselves heading in a direction we may not have seen possible before now. Even with the frustrations hanging in the air, there can always be 'good news'.  

There's more that can be said about this new Moon (there always is) but, it is covered in the list of Sabian Symbols for the planets below

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A Touch Of Fox: Controlling Your Inner Conversations - September's Pisces Full Moon

Beauty: That power by which a woman charms a lover and terrifies a husband. Ambrose Bierce

Plain women know more about men than beautiful women do. Katharine Hepburn

Instinct is untaught ability. Alexander Bain

Money is better than poverty, if only for financial reasons. Woody Allen

There is nothing so agonizing to the fine skin of vanity as the application of a rough truth. Edward G. Bulwer-Lytton

In our society those who are in reality superior in intelligence can be accepted by their fellows only if they pretend they are not. Marya Mannes

The common practice of keeping up appearances with society is a mere selfish struggle of the vain with the vain. John Ruskin

For me, elegance is not to pass unnoticed but to get to the very soul of what one is. Christian Lacroix

 

September's full Moon falls on the 6th, and, it is a rather Neptunian and Piscean full Moon. This is rather interesting in the light of the fact that the last lunation, the solar eclipse, was on a degree that speaks of us 'coming out of the ocean into conscious form' - finding our feet and our voice... Leo 29: A MERMAID HER EMERGED ON TO THE BLEAK ROCKY COAST, SHE AWAITS THE PRINCE WHO WILL BRING HER IMMORTALITY.

So, we are 'emerging' more and more. Out of the vast oceans of possibility, we are being shown a new possibility, a new reality, a new way of being, and, if we pay attention, we can see more of our world reflected out from ourselves as a reflection of what we want, rather than what our senses tell us it actually is. In other words, it is time for some serious going within, to arrive at a place where we control our 'inner conversations' so that our outer reality is more of a reflection of our dreams and ideals. 

 

This full Moon is just one degree off being an exact conjunction (together on the same degree) with Neptune. This makes the couple of hours before the exact full Moon very powerful for visualisations, realisations and rebirths. What do you dream of? Are you caught up in illusions? What stories do you tell yourself about yourself, your life, your possibilities? With Neptune smack on this full Moon, this is a fabulous time for contemplation and reflection on these things. If we're not sticking with our dreams, we might find ourselves in a delusion of some sort that is not doing us any real favors. What occupies your mind most of the time? Where does your wondering mind go?

 

The Sabian Symbol for the full Moon is Pisces 14: A WOMAN WRAPPED IN FOX FUR, so, we have the fox with us at this time. Fox can guide, beguile, confuse, trick or treat us. With fox, we have to watch what we are emanating, what our 'aura' is saying about us, or, to the world. This Symbol can be very much about perfumes, pheromones, the ability that we have to sniff the air to see if it resonates. 

 

Neptune, retrograde, is on Pisces 13: A SWORD IN A MUSEUM. This shows how many are rather 'war weary', tired, wanting to drop the fight, feeling rather like burying the hatchet, etc. We are being asked to let bygones be bygones, to not perpetuate the struggle. The 'Sword' can bring up images of cutting, swathing, deleting, destroying, killing, etc, OR, it can feel more like Excalibur: We can feel like we're being pushed to step up to something much bigger, better and more rewarding than continuing on with the same old issues.

 

Pluto is sextiling the full Moon (and trining the Sun) in the hours and the first few days after the full Moon. This can bring big insights into what's going on and how to best move forward. Pluto's aspects will strengthen this period, especially if we're not escaping through time-wasting activities, drugs or alcohol. We may need to be rather clear-minded to get the best out of Pluto, especially now. 

 

Mercury is stationary direct on the solar eclipse point of Leo 29: A MERMAID HAS CLIMBED TO THE ROCKY SHORE OF A BLEAK COAST; SHE AWAITS THE PRINCE WHO WILL BRING HER IMMORTALITY. So, some issues that have come up in the last few weeks may still need resolution or reviewing. We may be wondering where our mate is, wanting to make more of an impact on the world, feeling as though we are 'climbing ashore' after being tossed around in the sea of not being sure where one is or could or should be. We may be waiting for some kind of 'salvation', some kind of release, and, it may be up to us to pull ourselves up and out in order to truly meet with the 'other'. Working on our own needs may become very important... 

This is especially true as Mercury and Mars are conjunct, which can have us fuming, wanting to unleash about something that's been bothering us, or, we could have some brilliantly amazing realizations that clear up some issues from the past. Recent events are likely to be at the heart of matters now, but, if we're experiencing bigger than usual responses, anger, outrage, etc, it is probably as a result of stored-up energies and unacknowledged problems that may now need to be released. It can be rather like a pressure-cooker with the energies around at the moment. Still, we can clear the air, especially as the Symbols imply things being brought out into the open (or, the need for it). With Mars on Virgo 1: IN A PORTRAIT, THE BEST OF A MAN'S TRAITS AND CHARACTER ARE IDEALIZED, we may be finding it necessary to get past the outer appearances of someone (or our self), in order to get to the true issues lying below exterior appearances. 

 

Over the coming weeks, Saturn moves ahead, after being retrograde for what feels like forever, and, it trines the Moon's node, and, we can get more organised, have more energy, feel more certain about where to from here. 

 

BTW, it's Elsie Wheeler's birthday (she is the fabulous spiritualist medium who gave birth to the Sabian Symbols)on September 3... what a fabulous woman. Here's an article I wrote some time ago about her. I have more to add to that as I have found out more about her amazing, fabulous and challenging life. I hope you enjoy it! Click here. 

 

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The full Moon each month marks a time of heightened energies and events. It often marks the culmination of the energies released at the new Moon. Emotions can be supercharged as the Sun and Moon are on opposite sides of the zodiac and illumination is increased - it's like we can see in the dark - and we can be hyper-aware as well as being hyper-awake. The effects of a full Moon can be major or minor, depending on how they interact with your own chart. Sometimes, realisations or events that are unleashed, or unlocked, can stretch their meaning months into the future. A lot can be learned at the time of the full Moon and whether it's lunacy or illumination, or a combination of both, there's magic unleashed with every full Moon.

Rebooting - Relationships,Revelations And Revolutions: August's Total Solar Eclipse 2017

I don’t want to achieve immortality through my work… I want to achieve it through not dying. Woody Allen

 

I feel my immortality over sweep all pains, all tears, all time, all fears, —and peal, like the eternal thunders of the deep, into my ears, this truth; thou livest forever! Byron

Hope is the expectation that something outside of ourselves, something or someone external, is going to come to our rescue and we will live happily ever after. Dr. Robert Anthony

Higher than the question of our duration is the question of our deserving. Immortality will come to such as are fit for it, and he would be a great soul in future must be a great soul now. Ralph Waldo Emerson

I argue thee that love is life and life hath immortality. Emily Dickinson

If a man carefully examines his thoughts he will be surprised to find how much he lives in the future. His well being is always ahead. Such a creature is probably immortal. Ralph Waldo Emerson

The beautiful drawing of 'Avalon' to the left by Isabella Sanburg. 

 

August's total solar eclipse falls on August 21 in the US, and, in Australia, on August 22. This is a big eclipse, and, the Symbols of it are rather extraordinary. Much has been said about this eclipse, as it is not only a total eclipse, but, it's path falls right across the contiguous United States. Click here for eclipse maps from NASA. 

 

This eclipse (which, of course, is a new moon) is a very powerful one, and, it's one that is causing a level of consternation and fear. It's understandable, particularly with the current political and social climate, that people are worried: Everything is so uncertain now. It feels like an incredible turning point, and obviously, we hope that it's for the better, although, also, obviously, we have a ways to go for things to turn out ok... 

 

Mars has a very strong placement in this eclipse, so, we are facing some very real challenges. In the lineup at this eclipse we have Mars on Leo 21, the Moon's north node on Leo 25 and the Sun and the Moon (the eclipse) on Leo 29. This means that Mars is going to transit over both the Moon's node, and the eclipse point in the days following the eclipse. A lot of anger, dismay, upset and determination is likely to follow this eclipse for some time. Cool heads need to prevail, although that is a tall order at the moment. So, we are being asked to find some equilibrium in amongst what's going on: We have to find a still point of trust in amongst it all. 

 

Also, in the days following this eclipse, Venus will be squaring Uranus, and, we are likely to be making all kinds of decisions about our values, relationships, money issues, directions in the future, etc. A Venus/Uranus square can feel like a big pair of scissors being wielded to cut off those things that are no longer working in our life. This can also extend to our feelings, thoughts and emotions. We can be challenged to change our responses, especially if we're finding that they don't align with our true values. Venus, in Cancer, can bring up issues to do with home, family, emotions, homeland, belonging, our definition of our 'territory', etc. Furthermore, Venus is involved in three major aspects at the time of this eclipse. In the days leading up to the eclipse, Venus is opposing Pluto, squaring Jupiter, and then, a few days after the eclipse, squaring Uranus. This can lead to a lot of realigning with others, with ourselves, with our objectives. Some friendships, relationships and alliances could find themselves under a lot of strain and some will be jettisoned as we find ourselves growing and evolving, sometimes in ways that can be rather too quick for us to really keep up. In just over 24 hours after the eclipse, Venus moves onto Cancer 27: A FURIOUS STORM IN A CANYON FILLED WITH VALUABLE HOMES, and, we are likely to see some big events take place that require cool heads and cool responses. This is going to be a very interesting couple of weeks. 

 

There's a lot that could be said here about politics, the world, and, Donald Trump, and, recent events... especially as Trump's chart is incredibly lit up by this eclipse. I don't want to talk about him here, but, as a lot of other people have noted, this is an enormous time for him and the US and the world. 

 

And, with Mars and Jupiter sextiling each other, and, Mars and Saturn in a trine aspect, there's the strong possibility of feeling the need to get organised, get our 'ducks in a row', to make decisions in order to live a more authentic life. Even in amongst the challenges, fear and confusion of this time, if we concentrate on what is real, on what we really want, on what we value in our lives, we can instigate some real changes with Mars and Saturn trining. The trick is the right use of our energies, which can be an interesting challenge, but, a very rewarding one if we strive for that outcome. And, a week or so after the eclipse, Mars trines Uranus, which can add to the feeling of change and renewal and bringing in new realizations and realities. 

 

Part of the muddle at the moment is Mercury, along with all the outer planets, being retrograde. This is made even stronger by Mercury going retrograde opposite Neptune, which can cause things to feel unclear, uncertain and downright confusing. Messages can get lost in translation and we can feel rather stymied and 'held up'. The trick is to see through the fog of the confusing and sometimes bewildering messages or 'news' that we receive, read and see every day. 

 

The core issue of this eclipse can be seen from the Sabian Symbol for it: Leo 29: A MERMAID HAS CLIMBED TO THE ROCKY SHORE OF A BLEAK COAST, SHE AWAITS THE PRINCE WHO WILL BRING HER IMMORTALITY. This can be about waiting for the 'right relationship' to turn up, and, this might be something that you are truly seeking - that true life mate, and, for some people, there will be the promise of someone special turning up.

 

However, I see this Symbol as bringing us the possibility of so much more. The true 'inner marriage' is more the point of this Symbol - the alchemical marriage with a higher force may be just what we need in order to strengthen our resolve to live a more authentic, fulfilled and worthwhile life. I've been listening to a lot of Neville Goddard's lectures on Youtube, and, I'm seeing the need to relax into finding that true sense of 'immortality' within one's own soul. Goddard's work is extraordinary and I highly recommend him - his words have shown how we can realize and access the Christ Consciousness within us all. It's a tall order to fulfill, but, extremely rewarding. Goddard speaks of how our 'own wonderful human imagination' creates everything. I sense that this eclipse can bring about, for many, a true revolution in consciousness. 

 

BUT, the major aspect of this eclipse is the fabulous trine between the eclipse and Uranus. This gives us a huge opportunity to find our true authentic path, to tune into and release any negative energies around us, to feel a true sense of liberation and release. It could be that asking the question "what do I really want?" that we can bring much more of what we really want into our lives.  

Getting Organised And Taking Care Of Business: August's Partial Lunar Eclipse

Monday I have Friday on my mind. The Easybeats

By working faithfully eight hours a day, you might eventually get to be a boss and work twelve hours a day. Robert Frost

What the world really needs is more love and less paperwork. Pearl Bailey

A billion here and a billion there and pretty soon you’re talking big money. Everett M. Dirksen-US politician

I hate being a grown-up. Having to learn things I don’t want to know really pisses me off. Overheard, quoted by Barbara Sher

Having more money does not ensure happiness. People with ten million dollars are no happier than people with nine million dollars. Hobart Brown

People who work sitting down get paid more than people who work standing up. Ogden Nash

Ever notice that even the busiest people are never too busy to tell you just how busy they are? Anon

The hardest thing in the world to understand is the income tax. Albert Einstein

 

August's full Moon, which occurs on August 7 in the United States and August 8 in Australia, is a partial lunar eclipse. It is the lunar eclipse that ushers in the total solar eclipse that occurs on August 21 (which will be a much bigger eclipse event). This lunar eclipse will be visible over eastern Europe, Africa, Asia and Australia. Click here to learn more about it's celestial machinations.

 

This eclipse is a partial one, it is not a total one by any means, but, it is no less a powerful one. The full Moon energy of this event is heightened by the strong presence of Mars a little less than four degrees away from a conjunction with the Sun and an opposition with the Moon. So, this could be a rather 'explosive' eclipse, and, it is likely to feel rather incendiary as a result of the last several days of the Sun and Mars traveling through Leo together. In other words, we may feel like the pressure has been building and building, and, this full Moon could see the need for a strong release of energies, at least in some measure. 

 

Another pressure builder could be the very close square aspect between Jupiter and Pluto. This has been going on for months, but, the expression of these energies squaring each other is heightened by the Sabian Symbols involved. With Jupiter on the "TWO MEN PLACED UNDER ARREST ARE BROUGHT BEFORE THE TRIBUNAL OF SOCIETY TO GIVE AN ACCOUNTING FOR THEIR ACTIONS", and, Pluto on "THE UNION JACK FLIES FROM A NEW BRITISH WARSHIP", and the Symbol for the lunar eclipse being "A BIG BUSINESSMAN AT HIS DESK", we can see a definitive story of some people being seen to be doing wrong by society, having to explain themselves or their actions, issues to do with sentencing and jail terms, courts, judgments, businesses, rorts, etc, along with military build-ups, who is in whose territory, the industrial military complex - the whole works. As I write this, there is a build up of US naval warships around Japan, and, there have been a lot of military exercises by the US, Korea, Russia, China, etc.

 

With Pluto on 'The Warship' degree, there has been a lot of military posturing, along with what could be described as 'argy-bargy' behaviour. Jupiter and Pluto squaring off tends to bring up the idea of 'my word is law', and 'you can't win an argument with me', or, there can be a feeling that one's ideas, thoughts, beliefs, etc, bring up such huge opposition that it can feel really confronting to 'go there' - we may feel it's best to just back down instead of taking on arguments, court cases, disputes, etc, that can turn out to be more trouble than they are worth, especially if the opponent appears to be so much more powerful. 

 

These are very interesting and rather telling Symbols that we're seeing manifest around us. Of course, in our own lives, in our private moments, it is very likely to be a lot less charged. Still, we might want to see what 'excuses' are flying around, who is 'worthy' of being in our lives and who is not, etc. We may be very aware of defining our boundaries in order to bring a sense of protection, privacy or security. Political, social or religious ideologies can separate people who might have normally been friends, especially if one is defining themselves by these equations. 

 

Adding an interesting dimension is the fact that Mercury goes retrograde on August 12 in the US and August 13 in Australia. Mercury turns retrograde just short of being exactly opposite retrograding Neptune, and, this is likely to show up as confusion, difficulty in getting the true story or picture, communication snafus, etc. All kinds of loose wiring in general could be going on. We may need to keep a diary, to write things down, do follow up calls to make sure everything is being understood, etc. This could be a somewhat bewildering time, but, it can also be a highly creative and spiritual time, especially if you pay particular attention to your intuition. Alcohol and drugs could contribute to a feeling of not being grounded, understood or heard. 

Rebuilding, Renovations, Repairs And Restraint: July's Rather Ropeable Leo New Moon

It doesn’t pay to say too much when you are mad enough to choke. For the word that stings the deepest is the word that is never spoke. Let the other fellow wrangle till the storm has blown away, then he’ll do a heap of thinking about the things you didn’t say. James Whitcomb Riley

When anger rises, think of the consequences. Confucius 

Anger is a short madness. Romanian proverb

Perhaps there is only one cardinal sin: impatience. Because of impatience we are driven out of Paradise; because of impatience we cannot return. Franz Kafka 

It’s Been Lovely But I Have To Scream Now. Bumper sticker 

The ruling passion, be it what it will, the ruling passion conquers reason still. Alexander Pope

How forcible are right words! But what doth your arguing reprove? The Bible

 

The new Moon occurring on July 23 is the first of two new Moons in Leo, with the second one being the big solar eclipse on August 21. So, there is a rather large emphasis on Leo over the coming month, and, this new Moon is another powerful one. Closely conjunct Mars, it has a rather explosive quality to it, and, not just because Mars is right on top of it, the Sabian Symbols for the new Moon and Mars are also somewhat explosive also. 

 

The conjunction of the new Moon with Mars is indicating that, in many ways, we are being challenged to keep our cool, count to ten and endeavor to think before we speak or take action. There can be a lot of 'flying off the handle' with this collision (or collusion?) between the Sun, the Moon and Mars, and, the Symbols are asking us to be a bit more mindful of our responses and reactions. Of course, as always, a lot can be achieved if we assess situations in order to see what the best course of action is: We can achieve a great deal with concentrated, focused attention. The trick is that we might get reactions from people, especially if there's a lot of 'projection' going on (people throwing around energies rather than working at containing them). 

 

In amongst all that energy is the somewhat more sober Venus/Saturn opposition. Venus' message is one of 'going on strike', or, refusing to toe the line, especially if others are expecting too much. Saturn seems to be asking what credentials we, or others, have to be doing what we do, saying what we might be saying, making claims for things that may not be within our abilities, etc. Saturn is on an interesting degree that speaks about 'having the paperwork', the 'cred', the official pass' to be doing what we want to be doing, going where we want to be going, moving into the spheres that we want to be occupying. Saturn is on the 'Immigrants' degree, and, we are likely to be seeing a lot more about migrants, refugees, or, who belongs where and why. With Venus and Saturn opposing each other, we may let go of some things, some relationships, some issues to do with the past, etc, especially if we feel a sense of burden, or, that you (or the other) have outgrown situations and want to move on. 

 

We also have a wonderfully (potentially) productive grand trine between Mercury, the Moon's north node, Saturn and Uranus, all in fire signs. With this energy, we can make some moves or decisions that move us past the past and into new and more productive arenas in our lives. This can be a very freeing energy, as long as we concentrate on our own objectives and aren't responding to those who might perhaps just have their heads exploding with the new Moon/Mars impulsive influences. 

 

With all the rather incendiary energies of Mars in this new Moon, we would do well to avoid arguments about religion, politics, ethics, or, trivial issues in our lives. Arguments can get out of control very quickly, especially as we have a closing square between Jupiter and Pluto. Jupiter's message at this point could be seen to be one of rebuilding, renovation, repairs, and, in amongst it restraint, but, Pluto's placement on the 'British Warship' degree could see some becoming belligerent, and, forgetting their boundaries. 

 

All in all, this could be an exciting and productive new Moon, especially if we rein in our energies and direct our efforts to productive outcomes!  

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 The new Moon each month marks a time of new beginnings and realisations. It's like a birth after a time of gestation or being 'in the womb'. Here, the light begins to return and we can see new beginnings and possibilities. A new Moon means that the Sun and the Moon are both together - bringing a synergy of their energies together. The new Moon is a perfect time to set your intentions for the future. This period is wonderful for planting seeds of whatever kind. What do you want to manifest in your future? Whether you write it down, sing about it or just hold the thought forms in your mind, doing this at the new Moon can realise some fabulous results around the things that you want to draw into your life
New Moon:   Jul 23, 2017   9:45 am GMT

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The New Moon is on Leo 1: UNDER EMOTIONAL STRESS, BLOOD RUSHES TO A MAN'S HEAD - the following is my interpretation for this degree from my book The Sabian Oracle: 360 Degrees Of Wisdom - this Symbol doesn't necessarily have to be as 'bad' or confronting as it might sound. We could have an explosion of ideas, be surprised by something really good, or, we might learn from our, or others, emotional reactions. However, it can be asking us to take note of how we react. 

Boundaries, Borders And Breakthroughs In Understanding: July's Capricorn Full Moon

Use power to curb power. Chinese Proverb

I must study politics and war that my sons may have liberty to study mathematics and philosophy. John Adams

Sail on, O Ship of State! Sail on, O Union, strong and great! Humanity with all its fears, With all the hopes of future years, Is hanging breathless on thy fate! Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

Councils of war never fight. Proverb

FLAG, n. A colored rag borne above troops and hoisted on forts and ships. It appears to serve the same purpose as certain signs that one sees on vacant lots in London—”Rubbish may be shot here.” Ambrose Bierce

I went to a very militantly Republican grammar school and, under its influence, began to revolt against the Establishment, on the simple rule of thumb, highly satisfying to a ten-year-old, that Irish equals good, English equals bad. Bernadette Devlin

Britain is not a country that is easily rocked by revolution . . . In Britain our institutions evolve. We are a Fabian Society writ large. William Hamilton

July's full Moon occurs on July 9, and, well, there's been some very big and meaningful lunations (new and full Moons) over the years, but, I'd have to say that this one takes the cake in terms of the energies involved. I've rarely seen one this enormous, it is what I would call a super doozy full Moon - and, it is hard not to be concerned about what might transpire from this time period. Having said that, it doesn't help to add to the fear that's being ramped up for political and social reasons; we are being played enormously, our fears being heightened by a lot of news that has little to no basis to it, and, it does us no good to go along with it. 

Some time ago, I saw this period (in terms of the fear and worry that's erupting) coming with Neptune going retrograde on Pisces 15. Along with other astrological factors, I knew it was going to be having us feeling like the sky is falling. The Chicken Little effect has certainly gone into overdrive - for a start, I'm seeing people freaking out on social media about what might happen as a result of North Korea's missile testing, and, some of the things I'm reading and hearing are pure nonsense - surely designed to have us scared. Of course, I could be wrong, no one knows anything with complete certainty about what's going on, but, my take on it is that NK is going to continue to be testing missiles, and, lobbing them every now and then, BUT, I really don't think that much will come from it all other than blustering, posturing and bluffing. Here's hoping, anyway. I hope I'm right.  

Having said the above, this is a BIG full Moon. This is a Mars/Pluto event write large, and, there's a lot of reason to be feeling awake and aware and rather trepidacious, but, to let emotions take over can lead us into a full-blown freak-out, and that is not at all useful. Rather, this full Moon could be asking us to feel more empowered, not less... that's the trick, to feel a sense that all is going to be OK. We may need to reign in our energies, yes, we may need to let conflicts slide on by, yes, and, we might need to be watching less news, paying less attention to the ridiculous side-show that now passes for reality in world and domestic news. 

This full Moon is very closely conjunct (together with) Pluto, and, Mars is closely conjunct the Sun... so, in the lead-up to this full Moon, Mars and Pluto are opposite each other. All of this is also being t- squared by Jupiter, ramping up the energies, and, Jupiter in this type of aspect can have people firmly entrenched in their beliefs, political persuasions, religious positions, etc. These are big energies. These are challenging energies, but, it's by negotiating these times carefully, not allowing ourselves to get carried away with anger, upset, doubt or fear, that we can come out of this full Moon period feeling way better, stronger, more enlivened. 

It's interesting to note that Pluto is smack opposite it's discovery point, and, the Sun is conjuncting it, and, Mars has been traversing that point - Cancer 18 - for the few days before this full Moon. The discovery point of Pluto is Cancer 18: A HEN SCRATCHING FOR HER CHICKS, and, this is incredibly illuminating and interesting when one takes into consideration the fact that Demeter, the grain goddess, is a big part of the Pluto myth, as is her daughter Persephone (her 'chick' - her offspring). I have been surprised to see not one mention of Pluto being opposite it's discovery point and I've been meaning to do something on it, but, well, there's still time as Pluto is hanging around for some time yet on these degrees. I feel to mention that the Quest Degree for the Pluto discovery point is Cancer 19: A PRIEST PERFORMING A MARRIAGE CEREMONY, and, one of the major themes of Pluto is 'marriage', the inner marriage or the outer marriage. It is all so incredibly interesting, and, illuminating. So we are experiencing a very Plutonian time. And, what does this mean exactly? Well, it largely means finding a sense of our own inner power, not being lorded over or dictated by others. Be aware of our boundaries, both inner and outer. If we feel like barging into other people's spaces, we will do well to remember that they have their boundaries (or should have!) too... their own sensibilities, there own anchors, no matter how much we might disagree with their stance. 

Ploughing On, Ploughing Through, Ploughing Onwards: June's New Moon In Cancer

It is easier to sail many thousand miles through cold and storm and cannibals, in a government ship with five hundred men and boys to assist one, than it is to explore the private sea, the Atlantic and Pacific Ocean of one’s being alone. Henry David Thoreau

Patience serves as a protection against wrongs as clothes do against cold. For if you put on more clothes as the cold increases, it will have no power to hurt you. Leonardo da Vinci

If you’re going through hell, keep going. Winston Churchill

A man never reaches that dizzy height of wisdom that he can no longer be led by the nose. Mark Twain

The state with the highest percentage of people who walk to work is Alaska. Trivia.net

June's new Moon in Cancer falls on the 23rd in the US and the 24th in Australia. Occurring just after the Summer Solstice in the northern hemisphere and the Winter Solstice in the southern, it brings with it a time some changes. New moons always have the potential for ushering in the new, but, falling on the heels of the Solstice, it is even more so. The Sabian Symbol for this Solstice is Cancer 1: SAILORS ON A SHIP LOWER AN OLD FLAG AND RAISE A NEW ONE. This can show, or bring about, the completion of some things in our lives, leading to new situations, possibilities, relationships, realizations, etc. Affirmations made now can be particularly strong as we have a new 'flag' to raise (and, the Karmic Condition of Pluto at the moment is one of 'flags' too, we are being asked to recognise, to see, to realize, etc, who, what or where we are showing our allegiance to). 

These 'new allegiances' can be further shown by Venus and Pluto, in earth signs, in a lovely trine aspect to each other. The Sabian Symbol for Venus is also showing a new birth, a new beginning, new possibilities, new relationships, new realizations. Venus is on Taurus 19: A NEW CONTINENT ARISES FROM THE OCEAN. Whatever is working in your life can be strengthened while whatever is not may need to be let go of now. And, it could feel relieving and refreshing and very real. 

Although this is quite a 'lunar' new Moon (being in Cancer), Mars is very highlighted at this time with a close square to Jupiter followed by a close trine to Neptune, and, in the week after the new Moon, an opposition to Pluto. Mars' message seems to be that it is great to have strong ideals, strong feelings, beliefs, dreams, etc, but, we may need to temper them a little while remembering that not everyone sees things in the same light. Mars/Jupiter in square aspect can bring up issues to do with arguments over politics, religion, beliefs, etc, and, we might be pushed to stand up for, defend or announce our beliefs. As always, it may be prudent to count to ten before launching into any arguments as they could just be time wasting and not at all productive. This is made even more so by the Quest Degree of this new Moon - Cancer 4: A CAT ARGUING WITH A MOUSE, and, the Karmic Condition of Mercury - Cancer 5: AT A RAILROAD CROSSING, A CAR RACES WITH A TRAIN (otherwise often known as the 'car wreck degree' - please note though, if you have Cancer 5 in your chart, it does not have to show car accidents or being 'wrecked'. It is more likely to show how you might 'take on society - go against the normal rules and ways of society', etc). These degrees of early Cancer can be quite difficult unless we are reasonably cautious about which 'battles' or 'fights' we take up. With caution, we may make progress, if we're being reckless, we could leave considerable 'rubble' in our wake. After all, Mars is not all that effective in Cancer; we can find ourselves being emotional, irrational even, when we would probably prefer to be in control of our responses. 

This new Moon, though, does have some excellent aspects - most notably the grand trine between Saturn and Uranus and the Moon's nodes. With concentrated attention, we can make some great progress now, and, find a true sense of direction by not succumbing to the bad or difficult news around us. Through planning and right action, we can achieve many goals that might have long been on the back-burner. 

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The new Moon each month marks a time of new beginnings and realisations. It's like a birth after a time of gestation or being 'in the womb'. Here, the light begins to return and we can see new beginnings and possibilities. A new Moon means that the Sun and the Moon are both together - bringing a synergy of their energies together. The new Moon is a perfect time to set your intentions for the future. This period is wonderful for planting seeds of whatever kind. What do you want to manifest in your future? Whether you write it down, sing about it or just hold the thought forms in your mind, doing this at the new Moon can realise some fabulous results around the things that you want to draw into your life. 

The Urge To Find Safe Ground: June's full Moon In Sagittarius

Just as there’s garbage that pollutes the Potomac River, there is garbage polluting our culture. We need an Environmental Protection Agency to clean it up. Patrick Buchanan

It is an ill bird that fouls its own nest. Romanian Proverb

SYLPH, n. An immaterial but visible being that inhabited the air when the air was an element and before it was fatally polluted with factory smoke, sewer gas and similar products of civilization. Ambrose Bierce

You must not lose faith in humanity. Humanity is an ocean; if a few drops of the ocean are dirty, the ocean does not become dirty. Mahatma Gandhi

Lies, injustice, and hypocrisy are a part of every ordinary community. Most people achieve a sort of protective immunity, a kind of callousness, toward them. If they didn’t, they couldn’t endure. Nella Larsen

The Sagittarius full Moon occurs on June 9, and, it is one that can bring a lot of issues to the fore and give us a chance to clear away the old, outworn and no longer useful things in our lives. This full Moon is in a square aspect with Neptune, which can have us looking at our objectives, where we are and where we want to be going. We may find that some of the things we've been wanting to come into reality are not really good for us in the long run, perhaps not even in the short run. This square from Neptune is exact in the few days in the lead-up to the full Moon, so we can have some good realizations along the lines of what to pursue and what to drop.

Next, the Moon will conjunct Saturn, so some decisions can be made along these lines. Soon after the full Moon, the Moon trines the Moon's north node, giving us an extra shot in the arm when it comes to making those steps that we want to make, and, it can bring some interesting and useful moves forward and contacts with others into our lives. Then, very soon after, the Moon trines Uranus, giving us those breakthroughs in understanding. It can also bring some big 'aha moments' where pennies just seem to drop, giving us the urge to pursue the new while dropping the old. So, even though this full Moon has a conjunction with Saturn, it does have some 'outs' in that the energies are lining up for us for some much needed changes. 

Jupiter is stationary direct, which means that it is just about to go forward again after being retrograde since early February. If you've been feeling tired lately, like laying on the lounge and vegging out and not doing much, Jupiter could have been contributing to that. Either that, or, you might find that you've been working too hard, thinking too much, going and going a lot lately and now you need some time out. This shows up because Jupiter has been sitting for several days on Libra 14: THE NOON SIESTA degree. Jupiter appears to want us to slow down, to take some time for ourselves, to rearrange our priorities perhaps. Certainly, it can point to burn out and the need to regroup one's energies. This prograde movement of Jupiter is ensuring that some of the things we've been wanting to pursue are now beginning to manifest more and more - we can have the wind at our back to push us forward in the coming weeks. 

Venus is now in Taurus. This is a lovely placement for Venus, however, this full Moon can be about mourning, or, letting go of the past as Venus goes onto Taurus 5 very soon after the Moon is full - Taurus 5: A WIDOW KNEELS AT AN OPEN GRAVE, READY TO RECEIVE THE SECRET TO ETERNAL LIFE. This, again, brings up the issue of releasing things that are not working out for us. It could be a relationship that has reached it's conclusion, a realization of what is and what isn't possible (or desirable) now, or, it can have us breaking free of constraints that have been placed on us emotionally, mentally, physically, etc. Is it time to really bury the past now? It can be as simple as imagining yourself conclusively dropping any stories that are no longer relevant. Venus here can work wonders to move us into a new life, a new reality, a new sense of relationship, a renewed sense of worth, etc. 

Further pushing us to analyse how things are working out is Uranus on Aries 28: A LARGE DISAPPOINTED AUDIENCE. This can have the feeling that things are
 too hard, difficult, or, that things are not panning out as you would like them to. However, it is by changing the messages you pay attention to, or those that you give out to the world that you can move through any sense of 'disappointment' and change your 'audience' into having a better vibration. This feeling of disappointment can also come from world events where we feel as though we are witnessing things we would rather not. I think that for many, less watching of the news and more listening to things that calm and soothe and inspire is the better agenda. Uranus is on this 'audience' degree until June 28, so we may be experiencing this for some weeks. It's all good, though, as we are, again, being shown where we might feel let down and where we can change that tune. 

Worldwide, it seems we have the issue of 'fake news' versus 'real news'. Mercury on Gemini 5: THE RADICAL MAGAZINE DISPLAYS A SENSATIONAL FRONT PAGE may be pointing us towards making those decisions around what is really worthwhile listening to. Decisions made may also have to be announced to others in some way. Mercury can have things overstated on this degree, so it pays to be discerning about what you both hear and say. 

Adding to the feeling of needing to watch our thoughts is Neptune on Pisces 15: AN OFFICER DRILLING HIS MEN IN A SIMULATED ATTACK. This degree, especially with Neptune sitting stationary retrograde on it, can have us worrying about what might happen - it can be a 'the sky is falling' type of energy. It also shows the attacks (on many fronts, in many ways) that are happening on a world level; it can show terror attacks, gun violence and general mayhem. Ramping up the fear is coming from our media, and, we have talk of things such as tighter control of the internet and more and more loss of our individual freedoms. We can, of course, rise above this, and, this is largely the message of Neptune on this degree: Not listening to the monkey-mind of concern and fear is a good way forward with this placement. 

Getting organised and freeing up our energies is shown with Saturn and Uranus in a grand trine with the Moon's north node - all in fire signs. This can bring a sense of liberation and renewal, a regaining of belief and inspiration, and, plans can be implemented and one can become more organised with this energy, especially if you're following your true heart's desire. This is, of course, always important, but, especially now. 

There's more that can be said about all of this, but, it is covered in the list of Sabian Symbols for the planets below. 

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Through Imagination, A Lost Opportunity Is Regained: May's Gemini New Moon

Controversy equalizes fools and wise men and the fools know it. Oliver Wendell Holmes

There is nothing more wonderful than freedom of speech. Ilya G. Ehrenburg

It is easy to believe in freedom of speech for those with whom we agree. Leo McKern

My sources are unreliable, but their information is fascinating. Ashleigh Brilliant

Freedom of opinion can only exist when the government thinks itself secure. Bertrand Russell

The sports page records people’s accomplishments; the front page usually records nothing but man’s failures. Earl Warren

All the news that’s fit to print. Motto of the New York Times from 1896

But words are things, And a small drop of ink, Falling like dew, Upon a thought, Produces That which makes thousands, Perhaps millions, think. George Gordon Byron
The power of the press is very great, but not so great as the power of suppress. Lord Northcliffe

May's Gemini new Moon falls on the 25th in the US and the 26th in Australia. This is yet another dynamic lunation (haven't they all been for ages and ages?) There's been many changes before us, on every level, and, we may be considering what next? We may make some big new decisions as a result of this new Moon as it is one of change and decision. The last full Moon, in Scorpio, was one of feeling like quitting something, at least in some measure, or, we may be looking at how others haven't lived up their their responsibilities. This can have us wondering whether to continue with some activity, job, relationship, living arrangements, etc. For many, it may be that we have to adjust to new conditions or situations - perhaps we've wanted something to materialise, but, it hasn't yet. The message at the moment is to continue to see yourself in the situation that you want to see yourself in - not in the situation that you don't want to see yourself in. We are finding so many signs and synchronicities happening lately. It pays to listen to the promptings from our surroundings to be and have more of what we want. 

One of the major aspects of this new Moon is the t-square between Venus, Pluto and Jupiter. In the week leading up to this new Moon, Venus and Jupiter were opposite each other. In fact, Jupiter stationed to go direct again after months of being retrograde smack opposite the point that Venus went retrograde, making this opposition all the more powerful. Some months ago, Venus went retrograde on a degree that talks about passion, jealousy, difficulty, etc, in relationships.

The degree that Venus went retrograde in early March is Aries 14: A SERPENT COILING NEAR A MAN AND A WOMAN - the following is my shortened interpretation for this degree: - 

This Symbol shows that there is likely to be tense emotion, particularly around relationships. There can be a sense of tension, fear and passion. Situations may arise where something or someone tries to come between you and a beloved. This can be a person, an event or an emotion. Jealousy, temptation, fear, resentment or separation can arise. You may need to learn to let go and find new depths to your ways of relating and relationships. Are you looking for, or have you found, your Garden of Eden?

Keywords: Enticement. Allurement. The revelation of archetypal knowledge that may not be 'socially acceptable'. Temptations. Heated emotions. Passion. Kundalini energy.

The Caution: Feeling guilty about being afraid to express your feelings. Basic instincts and sexual energy. Jealousy. Using passion as a controlling device. Being thrown out of the garden. 

Right as Venus went retrograde, I saw a brown snake in my garden in the mountains. It was quite astounding, really, as I've not ever in my 17 or so years of spending time in that garden seen a snake. Many people reported how they, too, had come across snakes (or heard stories about them). It was a very interesting time. Just this last week, Venus has cleared it's shadow, and, it spent a day or two, again, on this degree. We are being given the opportunity to let go of this feeling of being 'thrown out of the Garden Of Eden', we may have to forgive and forget and let go, though, in order to really achieve this liberation. 

So, now we have Jupiter sitting stationary direct on Libra 14: A Noon Siesta. This could imply that we need to take some time out to rest, to regroup our energies. Perhaps we need to sleep alone or to be alone, OR, it could be that we're tired of not having someone in our lives on an intimate level. Only you will know how this effects your life. One thing is for certain, many of us feel like we've been going around and around and around in circles, and, we might need to just stop and smell the roses. 

With this new Moon, Venus has moved to square Pluto. This can be a decision point; we have been integrating much into our experience for a long time now, and, Venus is in a position to say yes or no, stay or go, be committed or break the ties. A decision made now can impact on many levels of our lives, not just in relationships. Staying true to one's self is key as is not vacillating nor selling ourselves out. 

Requiring more effort and decisions is Mars moving into an opposition with Saturn. Again, we may hit a brick wall and feel that it is not worth fighting, pushing or continuing to compromise, especially if we are wasting our time, feeling drained, or, feeling unloved or unappreciated. Someone, it could be you or another, is likely to be moving on, moving away, or disappearing from the scene. Forgiveness is, as always, key here. 

To me, though, is the Big Kahuna of transits that is happening, and, I see it as extremely positive and liberating, is that we have a grand trine with a kite between Saturn, Uranus and the Moon's Nodes. Putting these all together, it seems that we are in a time of manifesting our desires, changing our lives to be more of what we want, and, attracting those people, situations or events, that would contribute to enrich our lives. The arrow of the kite points directly at the Moon's south node. This, to me, speaks of letting go of the past. The Sabian Symbol for the south node is Aquarius 29: A Butterfly Emerging From The Chrysalis. We are being asked to 'emerge', to stretch and spread our wings and to fly into a new sense of love, safety and security. This speaks to me of getting straight with our relationships with others, our mind-sets, our beliefs, our imaginings (most of all, our imaginings). 

The new Moon each month marks a time of new beginnings and realisations. It's like a birth after a time of gestation or being 'in the womb'. Here, the light begins to return and we can see new beginnings and possibilities. A new Moon means that the Sun and the Moon are both together - bringing a synergy of their energies together. The new Moon is a perfect time to set your intentions for the future. This period is wonderful for planting seeds of whatever kind. What do you want to manifest in your future? Whether you write it down, sing about it or just hold the thought forms in your mind, doing this at the new Moon can realise some fabulous results around the things that you want to draw into your life.

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Going The Full Mile, Going Over The Top Or Going AWOL: May's Scorpio Full Moon

A man must consider what rich realm he abdicates when he becomes a conformist. Ralph Waldo Emerson

I’ve been trying for some time to develop a lifestyle that doesn’t require my presence. Gary Trudeau

He who learns and runs away, lives to learn another day. Edward Lee Thorndike

I was court-martialed in my absence, and sentenced to death in my absence, so I said they could shoot me in my absence. Brendan F. Behan

So daily I renew my duty; I touch her here and there, I know my place; I kiss her open mouth, I praise her beauty and people call me traitor to my face. Leonard Cohen

Theirs is not to reason why. Theirs is but to do or die. Lord Alfred Tennyson

I had examined myself pretty thoroughly and discovered that I was unfit for military service. Joseph Heller - Catch 22

The first duty of a soldier is obedience. G.J. Whyte-Melville

A guilty conscience needs no accuser. Chaucer 

May's Scorpio full Moon falls on May 10 in the US and May 11 in Australia. It's a pretty full-on full Moon energy-wise, and, we are likely to see all kinds of events, political, social and otherwise, from it. The main theme of this full Moon is the idea of going AWOL. Of course, there are many ways to go AWOL - absent without leave - we can say 'no, not going to accept this, do that, stay here, perform this duty' etc, and/or, it can show people not fulfilling their duties - the duties they 'signed-up' for, promised to do, vowed to stand by, etc. We (or they) can leave a situation physically, mentally or emotionally. The trick with the Sabian Symbol for this full Moon is to obey one's conscience and not go against or beyond the dictates of what one wants to do. 

This is yet another powerful lunation. We have Pluto sextiling the Moon and trining the Sun. This type of aspect, especially as it is a rather tight aspect (close to exact), can bring about big changes in our lives. We can make decisions, have events, people, situations, opportunities, etc, turn up, sometimes from out of the blue, sometimes because of the effort or work we have previously applied to our objectives. The trick with Pluto is to listen to our inner voice, our intuition, as this is how we'll know where to next. 

Mercury is now direct, after being retrograde. It has not cleared it's shadow yet (that won't happen until around the 21st or 22nd May), but, we are very likely to be feeling the wind more at our backs now, giving us the impetus to get going with plans, ideas, opportunities that we might have had on the back burner. In fact, we may want to push forward, however, careful steps one after the other are advised at the moment, especially as Mercury is conjunct (together with) Uranus. With conditions shifting, we might want to really check out our options before making commitments. Soon after this full Moon, Mercury moves out of Aries and into Taurus, and, we might get the sense that things aren't quite as urgent as we might have thought. 

Adding to the mix of wanting to get organised, solid, or, going ahead with our plans is the trine between the Mercury/Uranus conjunction and Saturn. Saturn is also on the Galactic Center, so, we're being asked to watch our thoughts, especially as Saturn and Chiron are still in square aspect to each other. If we identify our wounds (our Stories That We Tell Ourselves), we can take the charge out of them and see things for how they really are. 

Another shift that's happening is the north node moving into Leo, where it will be until November 2018. Time to get going with our creativity, and, focus on our needs, and, it can be a time of focusing more on having fun. 

Revelations, Realizations and Resolutions: April's Taurus New Moon

“Is this one tribe or a stranger?” is the calculation of the narrow-minded; but to those of a noble disposition the world itself is but one family. Hitopadesa proverb

We never know the worth of water till the well is dry. English proverb

Your vision will become clear only when you can look into your own heart ...who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside awakes. Carl Gustav Jung

It was . . . enough to suffer as a woman, an individual, on one’s own account, without having to suffer for the race as well. It was brutality, and undeserved. Nella Larsen

We need to feel the cheer and inspiration of meeting each other; we need to gain the courage and fresh life that comes from the mingling of congenial souls, of those working for the same ends. Josephine St. Pierre Ruffin

What I am is a humanist before anything… before I’m a Jew, before I’m black, before I’m a woman. And my beliefs are for the human race—they don’t exclude anyone. Whoopi Goldberg

This upcoming new Moon in Taurus happens on April 26, and, it is a very interesting, and yet challenging, period. It can feel like a real push-me pull-you experience, and, we've been feeling that for some time, but, now it's getting more accentuated. Feelings are amped up as we are being pushed to change, and, change we will, at least in some measure. 

This new Moon in Taurus carries a flavor of wanting (or needing) to be accepted, respected, a valuable member of the 'tribe', to not feel like an outcast, a reject, like someone who just doesn't measure up. The Sabian Symbol for this new Moon is The Woman Of Samaria At Jacob's Well, and, we may at times feel like an alien, as if we don't fit in, are not taken seriously or take up too much space. None of this is what we want or where we want to be going, of course, but, if we can identify any of these reactions, thoughts or feelings, we can see them for what they are and purge them now. This can be a very healing new Moon. 

The biggest thing with this new Moon period is that Venus (which rules Taurus) is now direct, and, about to move from Pisces into Aries. This will help things along: We've had Venus retrograde conjunct (together with) Chiron, and squaring Saturn for what seems like weeks now. Many have been experiencing the stress of the feeling of having to move away from familiar situations, the need (or the impetus) to let go of something or someone, and, many are feeling the pinch financially as a lot of confidence has been blown out of the economy (and the future). 

Renewing, Revising And Revisioning: April's Libran Full Moon

To cultivate kindness is a valuable part of the business of life. Samuel Johnson

A child is a quicksilver fountain Spilling over with tomorrows and tomorrows And that is why She is richer than you and I. Tom Bradley

Love and kindness are never wasted. They always make a difference. They bless the one who receives them, and they bless you, the giver. Barbara De Angelis

Practice random acts of kindness. Modern Saying

Constant kindness can accomplish much. As the sun makes ice melt, kindness causes misunderstanding, mistrust, and hostility to evaporate. Albert Schweitzer

He who sows courtesy reaps friendship, and he who plants kindness gathers love. Saint Basil

April's full Moon occurs on April 11, and, it's another big one. The Moon is conjunct Jupiter, and, the Sun is conjunct Uranus. Of course, this means that we're still in the Jupiter/Uranus opposition. Talk about wanting to break free, to release ourselves of restrictions! Talk about wanting to see justice done, and freedom and equality issues arising. This is a major opposition, and, this full Moon is bringing up the issues. And, Pluto is forming a t-square to it all - to the full Moon, Jupiter and Uranus... power issues, indeed. Conflicts, arguing, pushing, pulling, ugh. The resulting energies are asking that we let go of trying to control those things we can't control, can't change, or, really, influence. Power struggles, big time. 

Another big aspect of this full Moon is the ongoing Venus retrograde. Venus is conjunct Chiron, and this can have us examining The Stories That We Tell Ourselves about our 'wounds'. We may be examining relationship issues, how we relate to others, the need to let go of some relationships and our attitudes towards those things that just aren't working - particularly those things from out of the past. This is made especially strong by Venus, and Chiron, being exactly squared by Saturn. It's push me pull you all the way. For many, this will feel like a very 'karmic time' - we may feel stuck in situations without the feeling of hope that things will improve. We are in a holding pattern, and, it helps if we listen to the stories, the words that go through our mind that restrict and restrain us from feeling like we can make any forward movement. Things will improve, they always do, but, we may need to just hang on for dear life while trusting that it will all work out.

Adding to a feeling of stasis is Mercury now retrograde. Mercury went stationary retrograde on Taurus 5: A WIDOW AT AN OPEN GRAVE. This Symbol is huge for releasing the past, and, we can do well to 'bury' those issues that no longer work for us. There's a lot of retrogrades happening now, with Mercury, Venus, Jupiter and Saturn now all retrograde - adding to the energy of dealing with the past before moving forward. Taurus 5 is a big degree for me in my journey into the Sabian Symbols. It's a long story, so I'll just leave it there... 

Jupiter retrograde on Libra 18 is a big one - TWO MEN PLACED UNDER ARREST ARE BROUGHT BEFORE THE TRIBUNAL OF SOCIETY TO GIVE AN ACCOUNTING FOR THEIR ACTIONS. We, and/or others, may be asked to make amends for things done in the past. And, without wanting to get too political, this is the degree of Donald Trump's Jupiter. These next few weeks are going to be very interesting on the political front, as well as the social. 

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The full Moon each month marks a time of heightened energies and events. It often marks the culmination of the energies released at the new Moon. Emotions can be supercharged as the Sun and Moon are on opposite sides of the zodiac and illumination is increased - it's like we can see in the dark - and we can be hyper-aware as well as being hyper-awake. The effects of a full Moon can be major or minor, depending on how they interact with your own chart. Sometimes, realisations or events that are unleashed, or unlocked, can stretch their meaning months into the future. A lot can be learned at the time of the full Moon and whether it's lunacy or illumination, or a combination of both, there's magic unleashed with every full Moon. 

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The full Moon is on Libra 22: A CHILD GIVING BIRDS A DRINK AT A FOUNTAIN - this Symbol can speak of the desire, or, the need, to help others, it can show issues to do with social security, pensions, taking care of the 'little ones'. 

The following is my interpretation from my book The Sabian Oracle: 360 Degrees Of Wisdom - 

Commentary: ‘A Child’ is seen ‘Giving Birds a Drink at a Fountain’. The ‘Child’ is carefree and enjoying the freshness of the outdoors and the thrill of watching the ‘Birds’ having and enjoying the ‘Drink at the Fountain’. The interaction of the ‘Child’ and the ‘Birds’ can bring joy and wonder. ‘Birds’ represent spiritual messages, the ‘Child’ is the physical presence of innocence, naivety and fun, and the water represents the flow and empathy of emotional energy. This also symbolizes the joy and trust of innocence as it is a ‘Child’ that holds the ‘Fountain’ open for the ‘Birds’. This does not mean that an adult is unable to be trusted. Instead, it shows that we must maintain the innocence and openness of a ‘Child’ in order to be connected to and aware of, simple, momentary and more spiritual energies.

Oracle: ‘Children’ demonstrate a generosity of spirit and take delight in giving to beings less able than themselves. They give freely and unconditionally. This Symbol shows that we must assume the shaping and caring of a ‘Child’ in order to be connected to and aware of, the needs and worries of others. The problem that can come out of adulthood is the expectation of return, the “what’s in it for me” routine. It is when an experience is its own true reward that we achieve openness and joy in responding to the energies that surround us everyday. Someone's needs, hopes and wishes are in need of sustenance or refreshment. Whether this is you or someone else, simple gestures can revitalize situations beyond your expectations. If you, or another, have the resources to nourish or to help someone or something, the effort required will be minimal, but the rewards may be well worth it. Show some unconditional generosity and enjoy the resulting experience.

Keywords: Enjoyment experienced in nourishing simple souls. The need for water. Simple pleasures. Innocence. Birdbaths. Fountains. Water. Innocent reaching out to others. Taking time out for others. Spontaneous gifts. Moments of innocence, spontaneity and fun. Putting aside your own needs. Stopping to help others in need. Enjoying interactions with people, birds or animals.

The Caution: Looking for recognition for small deeds. Being condescending to others. Always feeling like you have to look after others, whether they are big or small. Interfering with nature. Being naive. Feeling that one is the font of everything.

The Moon symbolizes: Emotions, moods, mother, family, clan, domestic issues, relationship to home and country. Feelings, sentiments, nourishment, emotional nurturing, monkey chatter mind, lunar and menstrual cycles, clarity of emotions or lunacy. Female energy - yours and others.

Releasing, Reflecting and Reconstructing Intentions Before New Year: December's Capricorn New Moon

If I keep a green bough in my heart, the singing bird will come. Chinese Proverb

A forest bird never wants a cage. Henrik Ibsen

We think caged birds sing, when indeed they cry. John Webster

A bird does not sing because it has an answer. It sings because it has a song. Chinese Proverb

A guest sees more in an hour than the host in a year. Polish Proverb

How easy to be amiable in the midst of happiness and success. Anne Sophie Swetchine

“Hope” is the thing with feathers That perches in the soul And sings the tunes without the words And never stops at all. Emily Dickinson

A good laugh is sunshine in a house. William Makepeace Thackeray

Suffering is the price of being alive, and it is music and singing and art that has helped me live through some of the most difficult things that have happened to me. Judy Collins

Occurring on December 29, this Capricorn new Moon (6:52 am GMT) is seeing out the last of 2016, and, now we head into 2017. I think a lot of people will be cheering as we see the end of this year. We have had the Saturn/Neptune square messing and fooling with our hopes and dreams for the last year or so, and, we've seen many celebrities pass away. That - our losses both collective and personal - and events on the political scene all over the world - have no doubt added to the sense of 'where in what new fresh hell are we heading?' We enter 2017 with a lot of uncertainties, and, obviously, we need to keep the faith that all will be OK, even if we may be having a hard time seeing it panning out (like panning for gold, we need to be able to see those nuggets amongst the mud).

This new Moon is exactly conjunct a retrograding Mercury, so, we might find our minds working overtime with all the pressures, commitments, demands, worries, etc, especially as we're in Capricorn territory now, and, are feeling the need of having to perform, make money, cover the bills, etc. We may also find that we're running to keep up with people, it is the holiday season after all, and, this always asks us to answer emails, phone family and friends, or whatever.

It can be exhausting, but, there are rewards inherent in taking one step at a time, covering old ground (as well as new), and, tying up loose ends before heading into 2017. Even if only token efforts are made, we can achieve a lot by concentrating our energies into outcomes that can work for us, even if it feels like we're cycling backwards at times, picking up the pieces of things that have broken down or perhaps aren't going in the way we want them to go. 

Letting go of the past is a big theme of this period as the Moon's south node has both Mars and Neptune conjuncting it, drawing us back into the past and making it imperative that we sort things out that hold us in emotions, thoughts, or situations that no longer serve us. Now is a good time for analysing what thoughts and emotions come to mind; is what comes up useful to you, or, is it about something that really needs to be forgiven or forgotten? 

In amongst the energies going on, we have the Uranus/Pluto square pulling things up for inspection again. Even though it is a separating aspect, we are feeling it (and, have been for some years), especially as Jupiter is in a t-square with Uranus and Pluto. This has brought up a lot of social and political discourse and pain and many feel politically cast adrift and unsure what the future will bring in the greater scheme of things. Staying true to our values, choosing which battles will further us, and, keeping an eye on our reactions to the things we're seeing or hearing can help enormously. This does not necessarily mean just accepting injustices and the things that bother our sensibilities, rather, it's about choosing our 'causes'. 

Even though this time feels rather tough, there are some really good aspects to this new Moon, and, we can make good use of them by concentrating on the good, those parts of our lives that reward us - that lift our spirits. 

Although Mercury is retrograde, it, and this new Moon, are forming good aspects to the Moon's nodes (Mercury is trining the north node and sextiling the south), and, in the days following the new Moon, this aspect gets stronger, giving us the ability to form more positive outcomes, to make strides in our relationships, to see where we can head in the right direction. Adding to this is Mars and Neptune separating out from the south node - things will begin to lighten up. 

Another, even more potent and positive aspect going on is the Uranus/Jupiter opposition, which is being supported by trines and sextiles from Saturn. Uranus, Jupiter and Saturn are asking (and, in some cases, pushing) us to let go and move towards positive possibilities. There is energy here for the new, and, with concentrated effort, we can make great strides with their energies at our back.

As many have said, including myself, 2016 was a 9 universal year in numerology - the end of a cycle - we go into a 1 year in 2017. A 1 year can, at times, feel like we're going down a new path with only a candle to illuminate our way, but, as the year progresses, we will no doubt feel the momentum increasing in the light of a new cycle. It's as if the universe is saying "OK, it's been tough, but here's a way out of the mire..."

Chiron, as always, is asking us to examine The Stories That We Tell Ourselves. Chiron has been retrograde for what seems to be an eternity (it has been retrograde and stationary for months and months). Chiron and Saturn are exactly square to each other with Chiron on Pisces 22: A Prophet Bringing Down The New Law From The Mountain, and, Saturn on Sagittarius 22: A Chinese Laundry. This can bring up the need to see where we may feel like a hamster in a wheel, and, how hard we may work for seemingly little rewards. Having said that, we have a prime opportunity to heal a lot of the 'wounds' that have built up over perhaps even lifetimes. Time to let go of old grudges, old wounds, old stories. Time to lay down some new 'laws' in our lives. What will and what won't you accept as we go into this new year? 

I feel to give Venus and Lilith the last say: They are exactly square with Venus on Aquarius 25: A Butterfly With The Right Wing More Perfectly Formed and Lilith on Scorpio 25: An X-Ray Photograph Helps With The Diagnosis. It seems that Lilith wants us to go deep, to examine the ins and outs and to not take things at surface value. We can be attached but dispassionate, be welcoming and yet discerning... We also have that type of warning through the agency of Mercury on The Veiled Prophet degree (which is also the Karmic Condition of this new Moon). Look deeply... 

What a time! I wish all of you a fabulous New Year, and, a loving and rewarding time
with friends and family. I know I'm not alone in wanting to see 2016 go into the dustbin of history! :)  

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Setting your intentions on the new moon...

The new Moon each month marks a time of new beginnings and realisations. It's like a birth after a time of gestation or being 'in the womb'. Here, the light begins to return and we can see new beginnings and possibilities. A new Moon means that the Sun and the Moon are both together - bringing a synergy of their energies together. The new Moon is a perfect time to set your intentions for the future. This period is wonderful for planting seeds of whatever kind.

What do you want to manifest in your future? Whether you write it down, sing about it or just hold the thought forms in your mind, doing this at the new Moon can realise some fabulous results around the things that you want to draw into your life.

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The New Moon is on Capricorn 8: BIRDS IN THE HOUSE SINGING HAPPILY - this degree is a beautiful one, and, this new Moon is on the very last minute of this degree. So, the following degree, Capricorn 9: An Angel Comes Carrying A Harp, kicks in just minutes after the exact new Moon. Both of these Symbols ask that we concentrate on the beauty around us... 

This degree shows the spreading of joy, happiness and laughter to those around you. It also shows that music can lighten people’s spirits. Further, thinking positive thoughts, being loving and accepting of others are the hallmarks of this degree. Listening to the songs of birds can be rather magical and can bring spiritual messages. By expressing your pleasure you can lift the feelings of others and they will most likely join in the chorus, in some way. Even though there are a number of social rules to follow, that shouldn't bother you. This is a sign of sharing good feelings and happiness with all who enter your sphere of operations.

Keywords: Being at one with everything. Tunes sung or whistled. The promise of contentment. Communal sharing and fun. Faith in the good things of life. Music. Instruments. Playing the piano. Singing. The radio. Chattering in the background. Entertaining others. Seeing the beauty in life. Reminding others of how life can be rewarding. The sound of voices. Birds. Positive thinking.

The Caution: Idle chatter. Smug superiority. Not seeing the happiness inherent in everyday life. Loneliness. Feeling abandoned. Whining and complaining. Demanding.

The Moon symbolizes: Emotions, moods, mother, family, clan, domestic issues, relationship to home and country. Feelings, sentiments, nourishment, emotional nurturing, monkey chatter mind, lunar and menstrual cycles, clarity of emotions or lunacy. Female energy - yours and others. 

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The Karmic Degree for the new Moon is Capricorn 7: A VEILED PROPHET SPEAKS, SEIZED BY THE POWER OF A GOD - this is a really potent degree, and, Mercury is also highlighting it now. It's interesting to note what's going on politically - can we 'trust' what we're hearing? Can we really put our faith in those that are 'in charge'? This is a fascinating Symbol in that, if we tune into our intuition, really listen to our gut, we can have some amazing realizations and breakthroughs. The trick is to be discerning about what we let into our force field. 

This degree implies disseminating information or knowledge; there are messages and they are coming from a deep source, or, from a place of authority. Still, it can be difficult to know whether it’s always the truth that is being spoken or that’s coming through. Look carefully for the signs - is it truth that you are being fed? With such power in one's words, we have to be careful about what we say as well as what we hear. This energy can be used for the good of all involved, or it can just lead people astray. Something to watch out for is blind acceptance of things you see or hear. This is a very powerful degree.

Keywords: Hypnotherapy or hypnotic suggestion. Manipulation of lesser beings. Having insights that transport to other levels. Channelling and medium ship. Translations. Prophets and bringers of messages. Empowerment. Messages erupting. Speaking. Announcing. Bearing important news. Power. Charisma. Veils. Background voices.

The Caution: Conscious manipulation. Propaganda. Mind control. Not owning up to all the elements of one's personality. Barging into other people's space or conversations.

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The Quest Degree for the new Moon is Capricorn 9: AN ANGEL COMES CARRYING A HARP - as I mentioned above, this degree kicks in just minutes after the new Moon = it is also a very strong Symbol to keep in mind. 

This degree shows being able to care for others - being there when they need it. It also shows that “Angels” will come when you call on them, when you’re most in need yourself. You may be able to 'tune in' and radiate harmony around you, inspiring confidence and joy. This pictures care, generosity and a fulfilled selfhood. Inspiring people to do their best can bring rewards to all concerned. The trick with this degree can be sorting out whether to trust the ‘tune’ that others sometimes play. Following someone for the wrong reasons can just lead you astray.

Keywords: Demons driven away by music. Lifting faith and hope. Messages of peace from the other side. Having a message to spin. Being in tune, spiritually. Having an elevated view of humanity. Creating harmony. Blowing the whistle. Advertising. Salvation that arrives when most needed. Harmonics. Music and musical instruments. Visitations of spirit. Messages of love and hope arriving. Pulling on the heartstrings. Heavenly attunement. Beautiful tunes. Promises of redemption. Revelations. Plucking strings.

The Caution: Having a holier-than-thou attitude. Losing oneself in fantasy. Tricking people with soothing words that mean nothing. Harping on about things. The Pied Piper.

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  Mercury is retrograde on Capricorn 7: A VEILED PROPHET SPEAKS, SEIZED BY THE POWER OF A GOD - Mercury retrograde is very closely tied in with this new Moon, and, it's retrograde, and it's interesting to note the recent talk of 'fake news', fake posts on social media, etc, and, this degree has been involved in all of that. Mercury went over this degree a few weeks ago, so, it's been part of this push to marginalise and delegitimize some 'news', some reports, or memes. Mercury here is asking that we be discerning around not only what we hear, what we digest, what we believe, but, also, what we say.

This degree implies disseminating information or knowledge; there are messages and they are coming from a deep source, or, from a place of authority. Still, it can be difficult to know whether it’s always the truth that is being spoken or that’s coming through. Look carefully for the signs - is it truth that you are being fed? With such power in one's words, we have to be careful about what we say as well as what we hear. This energy can be used for the good of all involved, or it can just lead people astray. Something to watch out for is blind acceptance of things you see or hear. This is a very powerful degree.

Keywords: Hypnotherapy or hypnotic suggestion. Manipulation of lesser beings. Having insights that transport to other levels. Channelling and medium ship. Translations. Prophets and bringers of messages. Empowerment. Messages erupting. Speaking. Announcing. Bearing important news. Power. Charisma. Veils. Background voices.

The Caution: Conscious manipulation. Propaganda. Mind control. Not owning up to all the elements of one's personality. Barging into other people's space or conversations.

Mercury symbolizes: Mind, thought, communication, memory, expression, intelligence. News, exchanges, chatting, conversations, short journeys, connections with others, telephones, emails, siblings, neighbors, the reasoning mind. Day-to-day activities. Cars, keys, small animals.

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 Venus is on Aquarius 25: A BUTTERFLY WITH THE RIGHT WING MORE PERFECTLY FORMED - this is a lovely Symbol, but, it can have us flapping about, not knowing which way to go, or, it can feel like we've over-extended ourselves in some areas. This can further us, but, if an imbalance gets too out of hand, it can lead to us achieving very little. 

This Symbol shows the ability, or the need, to find balance, to find your center so that you might be more effective, stable and organized. As the “Butterfly” has a “Right Wing More Perfectly Formed”, you may be applying your rational logical mind out of balance to your intuitive and creative wisdom, or, vice versa. It is often harder to understand your intuitive messages, but reliance on logic can limit your possibilities. However, not applying logic can lead to big problems as well. There can be physical handicaps which may prevent one from truly doing what one wants, or strange imbalances on the spiritual level.

Keywords: Rising above life's distortions. A need to bring some type of balance to situations. Injuries or problems with hands or arms. One side being more 'Perfect' than the other. The 'Right' being better than the left. Mutations. Handicaps. Challenges. Disabilities. Impediments. Let us take things as we find them: let us not attempt to distort them into what they are not. We cannot make facts. All our wishing cannot change them. We must use them. John Henry Cardinal Newman

The Caution: Imbalance of function. Lopsidedness. Flapping around and getting no where. Mutations. Being at a disadvantage. Hindrances. Judging beauty on external appearances.

Venus symbolizes: Relatedness, cooperation, what attracts you. The experience of sweetness, beauty or delight. Social interactions, love, friends, how you reach out to people. Feminine persona, relationship with mother and females. Money, possessions, sense of values.

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 Mars is on Pisces 8: A GIRL BLOWING A BUGLE - Mars here can be very interesting, especially as it's conjunct Neptune (and, in Pisces). We may feel as though we want to sound off, to make our case, to be heard. Of course, this could be about others in your life; you might be marvelling at people that just don't know when to call it quits - when they've said or done enough. It could be that it's time you contributed to the chorus, making your thoughts felt... 

This shows sounding the call, rallying people together, knowing when to speak or “Blow a Bugle” to awaken others, to wake up to realities going on in the world, join some cause, etc. Perhaps you feel the need to wake up those around you, or, perhaps be woken yourself. When situations get bogged down in emotional or rational complexity and everyone just needs to be rallying and going for the objective, you may be the one to let everyone know. Sometimes this Symbol can show someone who makes a lot of noise; justified or unjustified and they can get people moving. Using simple, receptive innocence will get situations back on track.

Keywords: Sounding the call. Awakening all to action. Going on and on about something. Loudspeakers, telephones, announcements. Being prepared to state one's case. Calling attention to one's self. Blowing your own trumpet. Whistleblowers. Heralding and proclaiming the dawn. Rise and shine! Girls in a man's world. Leading the charge. Resurrection. Mass announcements. Advertising campaigns. Alarm clocks. Ear plugs. Blind folds. Break the fast. Proclamations.

The Caution: Unwarranted and disturbing noise. Showing off. Trumpeting about oneself. Not listening to people. Being annoying. Interrupting. Betraying confidences. Loud voice.

Mars symbolizes: Drive, determination or agenda, how you get to your goals. How you express and handle anger, ambition, assertion of self and ability to step forward. The male principle, sexuality, the ability to step up to the plate when one needs to. Fight or flight.

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 Jupiter is on Libra 21: A CROWD UPON A BEACH - with all that's going on astrologically, this is an interesting degree thrown into the mix. Jupiter seems to be asking us to get along with others and to realize that everyone needs their 'space'... kicking sand in someone's face can lead to turmoil, when, really, the aim is to enjoy life and not take things too seriously. A fine balance needs to be struck between what is your space and what is others.

This implies getting along with people with a live-and-let-live approach. People enjoy the outdoors and each other as they leave behind the stresses and strains of modern life in order to get more in touch with their bodies and their environment whilst having fun and relaxing. At times you may feel the need to get out into the open air or spend time with others or get in touch with your emotions. Joining with people of like mind in a natural setting, in a free and easy way, you can feel the release that can come from reminding yourself of the wonders of nature. Any feelings of what needs to be done should be put aside as you enjoy, relax and play.

Keywords: Simple gatherings and sharing in natural values. Watching people swim, run, skip and play. People getting loose and revealing their bodies. Remembering the basic elements of life. Marveling at nature. Getting back to the basics of life. Enjoyment. Relaxing social constraints. Picnic hampers, towels, sunblock. Wanting a tan. Queues and lines. Swimming in the collective unconsciousness. Leisure times.

The Caution: Avoiding close interaction with others. Sunburn. Sunstroke. Feeling like just one of the many. Dehydration. Loneliness. Difficulty finding room to yourself.

Jupiter symbolizes: The big picture, expansion, exploration, aspirations, religious and philosophical ideals, issues to do with traveling, foreign lands, people and traditions, culture, education, generosity, luck, abundance, support, optimism. Insight through knowledge and wisdom.

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 Saturn is on Sagittarius 22: A CHINESE LAUNDRY

This Symbol pictures situations where people may not be taken seriously, are expected to perform in a stereotypical way or are shut away because of their culture, or language, or because of racial prejudice. In a “Chinese Laundry” people are often working very hard with little free time and expected to do the ‘dirty work’ for others for very little in return. Be careful not to shut yourself away as there can be the danger of closing your mind to other options, opportunities and possibilities. This can also picture situations where people are working closely together, speaking the same language, although here, too, there can still be alienation and loneliness.

Keywords: Restrictive expectations. Relations with others because of social duty. Performing tasks. Mediocrity, or the fear of it. Washing machines and dryers. Money and other laundering. Laws and legislation based on social and racial inequality. Issues of belonging. Cleaning up for others. The search for purity. Institutions that inhibit individuality. Convents. Stereotyping people. Work and the rewards it should bring.

The Caution: Giving in to prejudice. Self-inflicted inferiority. Being used. Issues of self respect. Confining stereotypes. Money laundering. Not taken seriously. Feeling trapped.

Saturn symbolizes: Authority, rules, discipline and obligation The heavy stuff. What we fear, loss, karma, aging, the establishment, orthodoxy, tradition, status, the concept of time, walls, boundaries, limits, older people, restrictions, patience, conquering difficulties.

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 Uranus is stationary direct on Aries 21: A BOXER IS ENTERING THE RING - Uranus goes direct on December 29, smack on this new Moon. 

This Symbol shows that there may be a temptation to take on issues, even to fight, but it needs to be with dignity and regulation. You may feel a need, or the urge, to step up to the plate and take something or someone on. There are rules to follow and often others will be end up being the judge of the final outcome. Make sure you possess the skills and training to defend what you believe. Remember that sometimes you need to back off if you're not winning a contest. Question: is someone on the attack or the defense?

Keywords: Physical or psychological self - assertion and determination. Attack or defense? Fighting for emotional, psychological or physical space. Being seen as a person of strength. Throwing punches. Fighting on any level. Being prepared to take a swing at someone or something. Stepping up to the plate. Throwing down the gauntlet. Going after the title. Big vs. small egos.

The Caution: Using power to dominate people or those who challenge you. Wanting to knock people out. Storming in and taking over. Looking for combat. Being combative.

Uranus symbolizes: The unexpected, things that are individual or 'different'. Charged, energetic dynamics, electricity, light, lightning bolts, sudden changes, those who live on the fringe of society. Sudden turns and twists of fate. Rebellion, surprises, liberation, freedom.

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 Neptune is on Pisces 10: AN AVIATOR IN THE CLOUDS - Neptune has been on this degree for months, having turned direct on this degree... have we been able to see what's really going on? Are we managing to stay above the noise, the distraction and irritations, OR, have we founds ourselves not being able to see the true picture? 

This shows being able to stay on course, not allowing distractions or difficult or confusing issues to deter you from your destination. Perhaps you need to rise above and transcend the more nitty-gritty realities of earthly existence and its difficulties, just be aware that you may not be seeing the complete picture very clearly sometimes. If you take special notice, you may be able to see through illusions, seeing past the surface appearances to things that others miss. You may be able to rely on your spiritual, creative or intellectual skills to take you above and beyond those things that others have to deal with. However, you may also be evading the real truth.

Keywords: Elevated views. Always seeing the best in people and things. Peace and tranquility. The longing for transcendence. Not seeing limitations. Being in a refined "head space". Mastery. Flight, planes, pilots. Avoidance of time constraints. Pollyanna attitudes. Free flights of fantasy and escapism. The need for accurate navigation. Being in charge of the controls. Seeking higher truths. Maps. Compasses. Global satellite positioning. Clouds. Mist and fog. Hang-gliding. Don't "over-control" like a novice pilot. Stay loose enough from the flow that you can observe it, modify, and improve it. Donald Rumsfeld

The Caution: Escaping responsibilities. Isolating oneself. Drugs and alcohol abuse. Avoiding reality. Unearthed. Unrealistic expectations. Missing the point. Evasive.

Neptune symbolizes: Mystical, "out there," spirituality and con artists. Dreams, mysteries, mystics and religious issues. Intuition, clairvoyance, seeing into the invisible. Addictive, chaotic, charming, deceptive, illusory, co dependent, sensory awareness.

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 Pluto is on Capricorn 17: A YOUNG PERSON SURREPTITIOUSLY BATHING IN THE NUDE

This Symbol shows getting rid of the restraints imposed by social conditioning and inhibitions; to strip down to bare essentials and not be ashamed of it. The “Young Person” is enjoying the feeling of not having clothes or costume to constrain or cover them. They are also letting the sun and the air contact their skin which is very healthy and revivifying. Although there may be some feelings of being ‘exposed’, really letting go and not worrying about being ‘seen’ can lead to feelings of freedom. This applies to a freeing up or exposing on a spiritual and emotional level as well, it’s not confined to physical realities.

Keywords: Confrontations with one's self. Reconnecting with nature. A desire to "reveal" oneself mentally, physically or emotionally. Issues with weight. The manipulation of the female form in the media. Exhibitionism. Learning to let go of extraneous things. Confronting puritanism. Being at one with the environment. Releasing inhibitions. Stripping. Streaking. Sun lotions.

The Caution: Suppression of natural attitudes. Bondage to inhibitions. Exhibitionist. Revealing too much. Showing off. Lack of concern for others’ feelings. Sexual exploitation.

Pluto symbolizes: Unconscious motivations, depth psychology, history. Sex, procreation at a deep level, intensity, profound emotions, taking hold of one's power. Being king or queen of one's underworld. Strength, survival mode instincts. Big money. Big power. The Plutocracy. Power vs power struggles.

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Chiron is on Pisces 22: A PROPHET BRINGING DOWN THE NEW LAW FROM THE MOUNTAIN - time to put some new 'rules', some new affirmations into place? 

This shows being able to live life by a set of “New Laws”, or, to make a new set of laws that better suits your life and place in the scheme of things. This pictures revelations of spirit and truth. It is important to manifest these truths and laws and to integrate them into your everyday life. Codifying the ways of humankind can help us understand the limitations of our earthly existence. Although our basic principles may stay the same, the specifics will vary in order to accommodate the changing perceptions. You may find new laws to live by, or, you could be the one to bring these ‘rules’ to others.

Keywords: Revelations and channeling of new information. Truths being revealed. Thoughts, ideas, guidelines. The Ten Commandments. Laying down the law. New resolutions. New pathways of living. Social justice messages. The Koran. The Torah. The Bible. Finding records. People of the book. The Ark of the Covenant. Newly codified laws. Amendments. The Testaments. Avatars and guides. Moses. Mt. Sinai. Legislation. Laws enacted. Legislation.

The Caution: Being told what to do. Believing one has all the answers OR believing someone else. Rigid application of dogmatic laws. Bureaucracy. Laws set in stone.

Chiron symbolizes: Our wounds, Chiron is known as The Wounded Healer. The wounds are The Stories That We Tell Ourselves, it is where we have to focus on healing, it can show things that are out of shape or misplaced or in need of repair.

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 The Moon's North Node is on Virgo 5: A PERSON BECOMING AWARE OF NATURE SPIRITS AND NORMALLY UNSEEN SPIRITUAL ENERGIES - opening up to new impressions... 

This Symbol implies strong feelings of another level of awareness around you. Your rational
mind is, at times, being overshadowed by intuitive thoughts and feelings. Your imagination or spirituality is showing a clearer path to understanding and knowledge. Equipped to see the invisible, you penetrate into the mystical levels of life. There may be messages to bring back into your waking consciousness. This can show a creative, attuned mind that can perceive subtle phenomena, shifts and changes in the environment. Tap into your clairvoyance, but don’t be thrown off track by it

Keywords: Creative fantasies. Attuned minds perceiving subtle phenomena. Fairy tales. Seeing things or imagining them. Fantasizing. Seeing entities. Mental institutions. Halloween. Fairies, nature spirits. Seeing the normally unseen.

The Caution: Confusion or a lack of true perspective. Time wasted. Being a space cadet. Losing the plot. Mental institutions. Not being taken seriously. Schizophrenia.

The Moon's North Node symbolizes: This is known as quite a 'karmic point' (although all planets and points in a chart can be'karmic'). One's destiny in this life. The things you are meant to integrate, move towards, become. Destined relationships and relationship issues can show up here.

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 The Moon's South Node is on Pisces 5: A CHURCH BAZAAR - this Symbol is about charity and giving and helping others. It can also signify issues to do with pensions and social security, etc = the need to feel safe and sheltered by society.

This shows being able to work with others for the needs of the community. In a “Church Bazaar”, people come together, bringing home-made jams, bits and pieces, bric-a-brac, handcrafts and things that they’ve donated. A church bazaar is a great place to meet others, find a bargain and help the community build a bigger and better sense of cohesion. Raffles and charity drives can have small donations building into worthwhile amounts to help those who in need. You may donate some of your time, energy or possessions for benevolent ends. This always brings some type of tangible reward. Old fashioned values can be brought to the community through commerce and the warmth of sharing.

Keywords: Overcoming loneliness and alienation. Selling things. The issue of real worth. A lot of effort for small rewards. Small scale commercial bartering and interchange. The collection plate. Generosity and charitable community attitudes. Jars of jam and things handmade. Bric-a-brac. Bargains. Practical spirituality. Volunteers. People sharing the load. Charity work. Money raising. Garage or yard sales. Second hand clothes.

The Caution: Spiritual or social exclusivity. Giving things smaller worth than they deserve. Fussing around about small details. People being stingy. Never enough money.

The Moon's South Node symbolizes: Past karmic patterns to be overcome, can be habits that are good, but can describe things, relationships, issues that you need to let go of, or, hold you back from manifesting your true destiny. Relationships that feel karmic and difficult, memories from the past.

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Mercury Retrograde And The End of 2016

We have Christmas, New Year, and, are sailing into 2017 with Mercury retrograde in it's backward dance In Capricorn and back into the end of Sagittarius. We are being asked to pace ourselves right when Jupiter, Saturn and Uranus can have us wanting to push forward. What an interesting time! With Mercury going direct on the Galactic Center on January 8, we have an extended time to make our affirmations... of course, any time is great for making affirmations, but, especially the end of December and through to mid January. :)

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Getting Along, Getting Sorted and Challenging The Status Quo: December's Gemini Full Moon

 

The greatest gifts you can give your children are the roots of responsibility and the wings of independence. Denis Waitley

What a cunning mixture of sentiment, pity, tenderness and irony surrounds adolescence, what knowing watchfulness! Young birds on their first flight are hardly so hovered around. Georges Bernanos

In a broken nest there are few whole eggs. Chinese Proverb

Birds in their little nest agree; and ‘tis a shameful sight, when children of one family fall out, and chide, and fight. Isaac Watts

God stirs up our comfortable nests and pushes us over the edge of them, and we are forced to use our wings to save ourselves from fatal falling. Read your trials in this light, and see if your wings are being developed. Hannah Whitall Smith

The mother eagle teaches her little ones to fly by making their nest so uncomfortable that they are forced to leave it and commit themselves to the unknown world of air outside. And just so does our God to us. Hannah Whitall Smith

December's full Moon occurs on December 14 in Australia and December 13 in the United States. The full Moon each month marks a time of heightened energies and events. It often marks the culmination of the energies released at the new Moon. Emotions can be supercharged as the Sun and Moon are on opposite sides of the zodiac and illumination is increased - it's like we can see in the dark - and we can be hyper-aware as well as being hyper-awake. The effects of a full Moon can be major or minor, depending on how they interact with your own chart. Sometimes, realisations or events that are unleashed, or unlocked, can stretch their meaning months into the future. A lot can be learned at the time of the full Moon and whether it's lunacy or illumination, or a combination of both, there's magic unleashed with every full Moon.

It is a big one, meaningful and full of challenges and rewards, and, it is another Supermoon. From Space.com: 

The next full moon will be the Cold Moon (or Long Nights Moon) and will rise on Tuesday, Dec. 13. While the event peaks at 7:05 p.m. EST (2105 GMT), the moon will appear full to the casual stargazer a day prior and after the peak day. The December full moon will coincide with the moon's arrival at perigee, the point at which it is closest to Earth in its monthly orbit. Such Perigee Full Moons are also sometimes called Supermoon Full Moons. Read our full guide: Supermoon December 2016: When, Where & How to See It

December's "supermoon" full moon is the last of three back-to-back supermoons in October, November and December. The November supermoon was the closest Full moon since 1948. This month's full moon also coincides with the peak of the annual Geminid meteor shower, which will peak overnight on Dec. 13 and 14. 

And, this full Moon is not only 'big' in the sense of it being a Supermoon, it is also a big one in that Chiron is in a t-square with it; bringing a fantastic opportunity to look at our 'stories'. What do we tell ourselves? What is our narrative? After all, I see Chiron very much as The Stories The We Tell Ourselves, and, of course, it is well known as The Wounded Healer. Chiron is also stationary direct now, making it far more powerful, and, bringing an enormous charge to it's influences. 

Adding to the energies is Saturn conjunct the Sun, and, opposing the Moon (Note: We will be feeling these energies strongly in the days leading up to the full Moon). It may feel as though we want to put our heads out the window and scream. The very strong influence of Saturn brings up issues that need to be dealt with, even if we would much rather just lie on the lounge: We are forced to look at what is and what is not working in our lives, and, we might be pushed to make big decisions that can be life-changing. At the very least, with some discipline, we can get a lot done. 

In addition to all of this is Saturn and Chiron in square aspect to each other, with this becoming exact in the days following the full Moon. Examining the stories that you tell yourself can go a long way to allowing Saturn to feel like he's had his 'pound of flesh', and, rewards can come from putting better structures (and strictures = restrictions, limitations, useful barriers, etc) so that life can flow in a more rewarding manner. 

The current message of Chiron is one of whether we look after ourselves, or, are often too busy just doing doing doing to be doing for ourselves. With Chiron on Pisces 21: A Little White Lamb, A Child And A Chinese Servant, Where do you put yourself in the scheme of things - on every level? As this is the lead up to Christmas, issues to do with family and the holidays and who goes where and who does what and who cares about who, etc. This full Moon is ripe for all of that, especially if we're feeling the pinch financially, or, have family issues that feel demanding and exhausting, or, live far away, making it hard to get together. Whatever it is, the trick with this full Moon is one of not taking things too seriously (especially the monkey chatter that can just get in the way of smoother sailing). 

We also have Mercury going retrograde on the 19th December, conjunct Pluto in Capricorn. This is going to be another rather intense, meaningful, insightful and 'interesting' time. We might be pushed as only Mercury, sometimes manifesting as The Trickster, can know how to do. On that day, in the U.S., the Electoral College meets to vote on the election. Many will be watching intently to see what happens there. For the record, I have said this many, many times on Facebook, I saw Donald Trump winning the election, but, I don't see him being inaugurated. My intuition speaks loudly about this, and, I just can't see it. Curiously, I can't see Hillary Clinton nor Mike Pence becoming president, either. Weird times!

There can, however, be liberation and relief; we have Uranus in a fabulous sextile and trine aspect to the Sun and the Moon, bringing the possibility of freeing ourselves from old memories, beliefs, situations, jobs, events, relationships, etc. It feels like a very strong time to be saying goodbye to the false things in our lives and hello to stepping up to the plate. Uranus is stationary and starting its direct journey just before the new year of 2017. The Symbol for Uranus is so stereotypical of go get-m energy - in Aries, and, on The Boxer Entering The Ring.  We just need to be aware of not throwing random punches. 

Further to the idea of liberation and relief, we have Jupiter very quickly closing in to an opposition with Uranus. We don't want to continue with the outworn, the old, the too familiar, the stunting of our growth, etc. We want to burst through restrictions and take on a new year in 2017, not feel held back, and particularly not by old rules, laws and restrictions. And, especially not by the old outworn 'men in suits' = they are a product of the old and outworn. Still, the status quo may be hard to break - first, we do it with our mindset and so many good things will follow. One of the tenets I try to remember is that worrying is likely praying for something you don't want to happen... 

Adding to the desire for the exercise of freedom and release is Venus and Mars both in Aquarius. With such an emphasis on Saturn and Uranus at the moment, we would do well to remember that Saturn is the old ruler of Aquarius (the modern ruler is Uranus) - therefore - it's by getting sorted, organized, motivated and readied that we can move into 2017 with a stronger sense of focus, direction and self. 

It's interesting to note that there are two prominent 'Chinese' degrees in this full Moon. Sandwiched between the Sun and Saturn, and, also, the Karmic Condition of the Sun: Sagittarius 22: A Chinese Laundry. This speaks of whether we are being taken seriously, as people, as workers, as people who contribute to the good of society. It can bring up isolation, being judged for one's 'nationality', and, problems around having too much to do with not much financial reward can come up... issues to do with salaries, pensions, social security, being judged as 'an outsider'. And, Chiron is on Pisces 21: A Little White Lamb, A Child And A Chinese Servant. Of course, 'Chinese' could be translated into 'Russian' in terms of the Symbols, and, we're seeing the Russians being mentioned a lot in the media, especially lately. It's a very interesting time, to say the least. China, obviously, could come into the news more and more.  

If you want to read up on all of the Symbols for this Full Moon, both Karmic and Quest, you can check out the Lunar Rhythms Report in our members section (just click on the December Full Moon from the selection bar on the left) or become a member by signing up here. 

New Elements Being Formed Beneath Surface Appearances: The Sagittarius New Moon

No pressure, no diamonds. Mary Case

Crystals grew inside rock like arithmetic flowers. They lengthened and spread, added plane to plane in an awed and perfect obedience to an absolute geometry that even stones—maybe only the stones—understood. Annie Dillard

I prefer to explore the most intimate moments, the smaller, crystallized details we all hinge our lives on. Rita Dove

In the attitude of silence the soul finds the path in a clearer light, and what is elusive and deceptive resolves itself into crystal clearness. Our life is a long and arduous quest after Truth. Mahatma Gandhi

I see where we are starting to pay some attention to our neighbors to the south. We could never understand why Mexico wasn’t just crazy about us; for we have always had their good will, and oil and minerals, at heart. Will Rogers

The new Moon in Sagittarius occurs on Tuesday November 29, and, it's another very interesting, challenging and rather confronting one. This new Moon is exactly conjunct Juno and is squaring the Moon's nodes, and, Neptune. This can have us wondering about our direction; where to from here, how can we make it to there, what's next in a world of possibilities, how can we trust, how can we rally faith, how can we feel sure of our direction? 

Mercury is trine Uranus and square Chiron, so, it is by listening to the stories that we tell ourselves that we can find a new story, a new paradigm perhaps, something that more closely fits the story that we want to be aligning with.

Mercury is passing over the Galactic Center (GC)at the time of the new Moon and for a few days following it. Therefore, this is a fabulous time for making those decisions, those affirmations, to get in touch with our powers of conscious manifestation and this is a powerful opportunity to be doing it.  We can be, or become, more and more aligned with our true sense of self, especially if we take notice of our thoughts, words, objectives, desires, etc. 

Venus and Uranus are in an exact square, bringing up more of these kinds of questions; are we aligning ourselves with the right purpose, how are our relationships with others really shaping up, are there people/possessions/money issues/moral values, etc, that we are hanging onto that no longer serve us? Are we needing to cut off, say goodbye, move away or somehow disengage from those things or people that run counter to our values or objectives? 

Mars is trining Jupiter, and, the aspect becomes exact two days after this new Moon. This can really signal new beginnings, new projects, ideas being put into motion, etc. Both Mars and Jupiter are sextiling Saturn (Saturn is at the mid-point of the trine), so, concentrated effort can bring some good rewards, there can be 'karmic payoffs' for good planning or things that have been set in motion some time before. This aspect can be very rewarding as long as we find ourselves seeking an outcome, position or place that feels safe and sound. No big risks should be taken: Everything should be considered in the clear light of day. 

Jupiter and Pluto are in a square aspect. This can bring about big divides amongst people, especially when it comes to politics. We can feel very attached to our political, social, religious or spiritual beliefs, and, we may feel rather confronted by those who disagree. Of course, we may have people feeling that way about us when we say what's on our minds. This can be a good aspect, as long as the energies don't become volatile, in which case big arguments can ensue. We've had this aspect for the last few weeks. I'm sure that most people have felt the impacts of this in some measure, at least. 

Here's a link to a recording I made about this new Moon. Listen here.

See below for an exploration of all the symbols this new moon.

If you want to read up on all of the Symbols, both Karmic and Quest, you can check out the Lunar Rhythms Report in our members section. (Just click on the November 29 new Moon from the selection bar on the left.) To become a member and access this tool and many more sign up here. 

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The Light In The Darkness; Messages Of Hope And Valuable Gems: November's Taurus Super Moon

If you really put a small value upon yourself, rest assured that the world will not raise your price. Anon

Your treasure house is within; it contains all you’ll ever need. Hui-Hai

The fortune, which nobody sees, makes a person happy and unenvied. Francis Bacon

He does not posses wealth that allows it to possess him. Benjamin Franklin

Who finds a faithful friend, finds a treasure. Jewish Saying

Not on one strand are all life’s jewels strung. William Morris

The man who treasures his friends is usually solid gold himself. Marjorie Holmes

Treasure your relationships, not your possessions. Anthony J. D’Angelo

November's full Moon, occurring on November 14 in the US and November 15 in Australia, is a supermoon, it is the biggest full Moon that the earth has seen for about 70 years. This is a Beaver Moon, because "this was the time to set beaver traps before the swamps froze, to ensure a supply of warm winter furs," according to the Old Farmer's Almanac. You can read more about this Supermoon - click here.

It's an extraordinary time of change that we're in. So many things are going on that can not only surprise, but could also, bring a sense of being 'derailed'. In amongst it all, we have to maintain our faith that all will be ok. It seems that the 'establishment' is having a melt down and just where the pieces are going to fall is quite a mystery. Many have been surprised by the outcome of the American election, and, Donald Trump winning. I don't feel as though the issue is that settled, though, and, I have a very strong feeling that Donald Trump will either not be inaugurated as president, or, that he will not be president for very long. Only time will tell, of course, but it all feels like this is a time of flux - we may find ourselves holding our breath to see what happens next. 

This full Moon feels like a culmination of energies, alright, we can feel like we are in some kind of weird moment - perhaps we'll wake up from it and be perfectly fine - perhaps everything is going to hell in a hand-basket. It's hard to tell. I think that this full Moon will release a lot of energies, and, we may feel somewhat better once the peaked feelings (that often come with a full Moon) subside. 

I have decided to leave out the Karmic and Quest degrees from my newsletters as the whole thing was getting too long. However, if you want to read up on all of them, you can by clicking here, and, clicking on the Nov 14 full moon from the selection bar on the left. Click here to check it out. 

I do, however, want to mention a few of the Karmic Condition degrees. In the few days before this full Moon, we have the Sun going over Scorpio 21: A Soldier, Obeying His Conscience, Resists Orders, and, the next day (Sunday in the US), we have the Sun on Scorpio 22: Hunters Shooting Wild Ducks. Both of these degrees can indicate people not wanting to 'follow the rules', or abide by decisions made, or, they may feel like they just want to get up and walk away from something. The Hunters degree can have people 'up in arms' and attacking each other, especially if there's an imbalance of power. The current protests in the US are showing these degrees working.

We also have Mars on Aquarius 3 just before this full Moon. Aquarius 3: A Deserter From The Navy Stands Suddenly Aware That Freedom Is Never The Result Of Compromise. 

And, we have Venus on Capricorn 2: Three Stained-Glass Windows In A Gothic Church, One Is Damaged By Bombardment. 

Mercury's Karmic Condition is Sagittarius 3: Two Men Playing Chess... 

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The Scorpio Halloween New Moon: A Time Of The Lifting Of The Veil

We don’t see things as they are; we see them as we are. Anais Nin

A loving person lives in a loving world. A hostile person lives in a hostile world: Everyone you meet is your mirror. Ken Keyes Jr

A lake is the landscape’s most beautiful and expressive feature. It is earth’s eye; looking into which the beholder measures the depth of his own nature. Henry David Thoreau

There are some people who live in a dream world, and there are some who face reality; and then there are those who turn one into the other. Douglas Everett

There is one art of which man should be master; the art of reflection. Samuel Coleridge

LUNARIAN, n. An inhabitant of the moon, as distinguished from Lunatic, one whom the moon inhabits. Ambrose Bierce

Beauty is eternity gazing at itself in the mirror. Kahlil Gibran

Life is the mirror of king and slave. Madeline Bridges

 

October's second new Moon occurs on October 30 in the US and October 31 in Australia. This is very much a Halloween type of new Moon, and the Symbol of The Silvery Moon Shining Across A Beautiful Gem Of A Lake is a reflection of the idea of Halloween, and, Halloween often falls on this degree. One can feel as though we are in, or witnessing, some kind of illusion, and, this is the time of the year when the veil becomes very thin. There are a few planetary positions that add to this theme on this new Moon. 

 

This particular new Moon brings up the idea of projection, mirroring, and, the need for reflection about what is real and what is not. 

With Venus and Saturn conjunct (together) in Sagittarius, we might be brought face-to-face with realisations, relationships, issues, etc, that we might not ordinarily want to deal with. This can be a time of decisions, especially around the issues of what we want in our lives, our values and ideals, our ways of fitting into the world. We might make some decisions that are rather life-changing, at least in some respect. This comes right after we've had Venus and Neptune squaring each other. It seems as if we're looking at the dream and then the reality. 

 

With Mars in Capricorn squaring Uranus in Aries, we might find ourselves up against a wall with regards to the status quo. We could find anger erupting, in ourselves, or, we might find ourselves witnessing anger rising up against the way we are being treated, left out, abused, or fed up with the machinations of government, the establishment, etc, or, constantly having to come up with money to keep our ships afloat. 

 

We do, however, have this new Moon conjunct Mercury, trining Neptune, sextiling the Moon's north node and trining the south node of the Moon. This can bring our ideals, our dreams and visions front and center of our minds and hearts, and, we could find ourselves formulating new ways of being - new ways of visioning and dreaming about the things that we want in our lives. 

 

You can watch my Youtube video about this Halloween new Moon - click here. 

The Aries Full Moon: A Time Of Awakenings, Arousal, Ambition and Anger Starring Uranus And Eris

Every separate thought takes shape and becomes visible in color and form. Liu Hua-Yang

Wishes expand in direct proportion to the resources available for their gratification. Robert Dato

The charitable give out the door and God puts it back through the window. Proverb

When God closes a door He opens a window. Anon

Strange things blow in through my window on the wings of the night wind and I don’t worry about my destiny. Carl Sandburg

If opportunity doesn’t knock, build a door. Milton Berle

There is no one, says another, whom fortune does not visit once in his life; but when she does not find him ready to receive her, she walks in at the door, and flies out the window. Charles Montesquieu

Certain winds will make one’s temper bad. George Eliot

The Aries full Moon occurs on October 16, and, it's a big one with Uranus and Eris smack up against it. It's the last full Moon before the US presidential elections, and, all sorts of interesting, new, intense, alarming, shocking, irritating, provoking, etc, things are likely to pop up. With Uranus and Eris along for the ride, it could feel a lot like a roller-coaster, a type of liberation, or, an earthquake. As always, with Uranus so strongly in the mix, it is impossible to say exactly what will happen, but most certainly, a lot of things are going to get a good shake-up. Many things could radically change, or, at least, we might get the sense that some situations, issues, relationships, commitments, etc, need to have a complete overhaul. 

This full Moon is exactly conjunct Eris, the goddess of discord, strife, chaos, militantism and taking on battles, indeed warring for a cause. Her name is the equivalent of the Latin "discordia". From Wikipedia: The dwarf planet is named after the goddess Eris, as is the religion Discordianism....the following is from Wikipedia: 

In Hesiod's Works and Days 11–24, two different goddesses named Eris are distinguished:
So, after all, there was not one kind of Strife alone, but all over the earth there are two. As for the one, a man would praise her when he came to understand her; but the other is blameworthy: and they are wholly different in nature. For one fosters evil war and battle, being cruel: her no man loves; but perforce, through the will of the deathless gods, men pay harsh Strife her honour due.

But the other is the elder daughter of dark Night (Nyx), and the son of Cronus who sits above and dwells in the aether, set her in the roots of the earth: and she is far kinder to men. She stirs up even the shiftless to toil; for a man grows eager to work when he considers his neighbour, a rich man who hastens to plough and plant and put his house in good order; and neighbour vies with his neighbour as he hurries after wealth. This Strife is wholesome for men. And potter is angry with potter, and craftsman with craftsman and beggar is jealous of beggar, and minstrel of minstrel. 

I include the two quotes from Hesiod's works in order to show that this is what is happening very much in society at the moment. Women's issues are at the fore, and, we are having conversations that many of us might have thought that we should be finished with by now. The rights of women are front and center in a lot of what is coming up, socially and politically. Eris is being stirred up by Uranus, and this energy seems to be saying 'enough!'.

Read more on Wikipedia about Eris: click here

Uranus and Eris have been together since mid 2016, and, we can see how much women's issues; issues to do with rape, being sexually assaulted, side-lined and marginalised, abused in so many ways, etc, have come into sharp focus. In fact, a lot of anger has been brewing and releasing, releasing and brewing, over the course of the last several months. So now we have the full Moon exactly together with (conjunct) Eris (and Uranus), throwing up the energies and bringing up issues to do with justice, equality and fairness and women's rights. From Hesiod's quoted text above, we can see that people are pitted against people, along gender issues, political issues, etc, and the energies have ramped up so much that sometimes it's difficult to see where the anger, upset or sense of outrage even begins.

Gender issues or not, the old political maxim of "divide and conquer" is being used to great effect nowadays, as it has been used for a long time, only things seem to be heating up in so many ways that it can feel more urgent, more dividing, more now-is-the-time.  

Mercury, on this full Moon, is on Libra 16: AFTER A STORM, A BOAT LANDING STANDS IN NEED OF RECONSTRUCTION, and it is exactly square Pluto. This can bring up a lot of intense energies as well. There may be a general feeling of wanting to 'get to the bottom of things', to delve into situations, relationships, memories, etc, in order to find the truth, or, perhaps to reveal the secrets that we want to find those answers for. It's interesting to note that the Sun was on this degree when hurricane Matthew hit Haiti and the east coast of the US. We may find that this full Moon brings an eruption of anger, ambition and people pushing their agendas. Certainly, feelings are likely to be ramped up considerably. 

And, Mars is in the mix with Mercury and Pluto, and, just a few days after the full Moon, Mars and Pluto meet up on Capricorn 16: BOYS AND GIRLS IN GYMNASIUM SUITS - 'locker room conversations', or, respect for the sexes from both sides. 

The Saturn/Neptune square that we've been experiencing for month after month lately is now finishing up. THAT will lighten up the energies considerably, which will be a relief for many. The last few years have felt to many as if we are trying to navigate through quicksand; we weren't sure if what we were seeing was real, or, we were trying to see what wasn't there with phantoms, ghosts and apparitions when we needed to see what was real, what was truly in front of us, what was actually happening.

It IS a relief that this square is now winding down, but, many people are frustrated (some downright angry) with their outcomes, or, issues where they feel that they were misled, lied to or taken advantage of. On the other hand, some people, of course, are coming out of this period having made their dreams into reality, but, that has taken quite a considerable amount of plowing through, and, probably a decent amount of good luck thrown in for good measure. 

To listen to my rave on the Saturn/Neptune square - click here. Even though this long transit is finished, we are still processing all of this. 

The Libran New Moon: A Time Of Promise, Fulfillment, Abundance And Renewal

One picture is worth a thousand words. Proverb

Nature is a revelation of God; Art a revelation of man. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

Art is the lie that makes us realize the truth. Pablo Picasso

Fine art is that in which the hand, the head, and the heart of man go together. John Ruskin

Art is unquestionably one of the purest and highest elements in human happiness. It trains the mind through the eye, and the eye through the mind. As the sun colors flowers, so does art color life. John Lubbock

Art has no enemy but ignorance. Romanian Proverb

A painting in a museum probably hears more foolish remarks than anything else in the world. Edmond Jules Goncour

The creative act is not performed by the artist alone; the spectator brings the work in contact with the external world by deciphering and interpreting its inner qualifications and thus adds his contribution to the creative act. Marcel Duchamp

The Libran new Moon, occurring on Friday, September 30 in the United States, and on Saturday morning in Australia, is a very interesting and promising new Moon. Conjunct (closely together with) Jupiter, it can bring about many good things in our lives, with breakthroughs, good luck, the desire to break free of onerous limitations, seeking expansion, seeking abundance - all kinds of wonderful things can appear with Jupiter so strongly accented. 

It's interesting to note that the next full Moon, occurring on October 15/16, is almost exactly conjunct Uranus, so, we are ramping up the energies to finding our more authentic sense of self in amongst all of the things going on in around us. 

All is usually good, positive and wonderfully rewarding with Jupiter around, however, there can also be philosophical, political, religious or spiritual responses that can bring up the differences between people. We have been seeing that a lot this year already, and, this new Moon could ramp up that energy. The political maxim of 'divide and conquer' has been showing up a lot - when, truly, we need to unite in common causes to make the world a better place for all. 

The trick with Jupiter is not to overdo or overplay, to think twice before acting and then being confident of your decisions - to measure a few times and cut once, as they say. Staying positive, upbeat and open to the new can break down all kinds of barriers that may have kept you from having what you want. As I have been writing about recently on my website, we have had/are having a lot of activity going on on the Super Galactic Center (in particular, Jupiter transiting over it), click here and click here to read more of what I've written about this fascinating and potentially very rewarding transit. 

The Purging Of The Priesthood, The Lowering Of The Flag And Jupiter Smack On The Super Galactic Center - An Ascension in Consciousness: September's Lunar Eclipse

Sometimes you’ve got to let everything go—purge yourself. If you are unhappy with anything . . . whatever is bringing you down, get rid of it. Because you’ll find that when you’re free, your true creativity, your true self comes out. Tina Turner

It has been my experience that folks who have no vices have very few virtues. Abraham Lincoln

A priest is a man who is called Father by everyone except his own children who are obliged to call him Uncle. Italian Proverb

Whoever undertakes to set himself up as a judge in the field of truth and knowledge is shipwrecked by the laughter of the Gods. Albert Einstein

The heresies we should fear are those which can be confused with orthodoxy. Jorge Luis Borges

Faith is not a thing which one “loses,” we merely cease to shape our lives by it. Georges Bernanos

He that serves at the altar ought to live by the altar. Romanian proverb

 

September's full Moon, occuring on September 16 in the US and September 17 in Australia, is a penumbral lunar eclipse - quoting from Space.com =

This September, the moon will pass through the outer edge of the Earth’s shadow in a celestial event that may not be visible to the naked eye. During a total lunar eclipse, skywatchers can often see the moon as it passes through the central shadow of the Earth. During a penumbral eclipse, like the one happening on Sept. 16, sunlight is only blocked by the outer shadow of the Earth, called the penumbra. It will be visible in Africa, Asia, Australia, the western Pacific and parts of eastern Europe. The September lunar eclipse is one of several minor lunar eclipses leading to the next total eclipse of the moon in early 2018. click here to read more about this eclipse on space.com  

So, this eclipse is not a particularly powerful one in astronomical terms - but - it is an incredibly powerful one in terms of the astrological. For a start, the Sabian Symbols for the Moon and the Sun are extremely interesting in that they can be rather dramatic, and, are likely to bring about major events, on any or all levels of our being. The Purging Of The Priesthood -  the Symbol for the Moon - and - The Flag At Half Mast In Front Of A Public Building - the Symbol for the Sun, can both mark major turning points and issues of great importance unfolding, sometimes, although not always, in a rather immediate fashion.

 

Secondly, Jupiter is smack on the Super Galactic Center (SGC), right on it to the degree, and, it is traversing over the length of the SGC in the days following this eclipse. The SGC is said to be 'where the mind of God resides' - it is that part of the zodiac, along with the Galactic Center of late Sagittarius, that is said to connect in strongly with the Law Of Attraction, or the idea that we live in a kind of hologram. And, the Sabian Symbols back this idea up very nicely. All of the Symbols that comprise the SGC are extraordinary, from Virgo 29 up to Libra 6. Libra 6 is: A Man Watches His Ideals Taking Concrete Form Before His Inner Vision. Jupiter gets to this degree in the first week of October, and, it spends more than a few days on that degree. What this is saying, in a nutshell, is that this is a fabulous time for really formulating and formatting what we want, where we want to be going, and, how we want to be doing it. I say a lot more about all of this in the audio - the Daily Rave - I made for this eclipse. (posted below).

 

Certainly, there is a lot of heat in this full Moon as Mars is in a close t-square with the Sun-Moon opposition. And, Chiron is also strongly present, being conjunct (together with) the Moon, opposite the Sun and square Mars. These energies together can bring up big releases, big realizations, big events, breakthroughs, anger, upset, enormous (and sometimes frustrated) ambitions, and, ideological, spiritual, intellectual or religious 'wars' can emerge suddenly as people can feel very pressed on so many levels. With Mars on Sagittarius 24, The Bluebird Of Good Luck And Happiness degree, we can also feel very driven to find our 'happiness' our sense of fulfillment in our lives. 

 

The Virgo Solar Eclipse, Mercury Retrograde And Venus And Jupiter On The Super Galactic Center

Hearing both sides brings enlightenment. Believing only one side brings obscurity. Wei Cheng

Keep your face to the sunshine and you cannot see the shadows. Helen Keller

I don’t understand you. You don’t understand me. What else do we have in common? Ashleigh Brilliant

Do I contradict myself? Very well; I contradict myself. Walt Whitman

Doubts are more cruel than the worst of truths. Anon

The optimist proclaims that we live in the best of all possible worlds, and the pessimist fears this is true. James Branch Cabell

That which we call sin in others, is experiment for us. Ralph Waldo Emerson

We don’t see things as they are. We see them as we are. Anais Nin

Know that you are your own greatest enemy, but also your greatest friend. Jeremy Taylor

 

The new Moon on September 1 is an annular solar eclipse. 
 A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between Earth and the Sun, thereby totally or partly obscuring the image of the Sun for a viewer on Earth. An annular solar eclipse occurs when the Moon's apparent diameter is smaller than the Sun's, blocking most of the Sun's light and causing the Sun to look like an annulus (ring). An annular eclipse appears as a partial eclipse over a region of the Earth thousands of kilometres wide. The path of this eclipse is over central Africa. For more astronomical information on this eclipse click here. 

 

This is a very significant new Moon. It's a solar eclipse, but even more than that, it has very strong aspects that have some very interesting messages. For a start, Saturn squares this new Moon and Neptune opposes it. Both of these aspects become exact just hours after this eclipse. This is north node eclipse, meaning, amongst other things, that this is a time for forward action, forward thinking, discarding things from the past, etc. It may, though, be a little weird in that we may find it a bit of a distraction trying to figure out what is real and what is fantasy (or theater). 

 

Of particular significance at this new Moon is Venus and Jupiter passing over the Super Galactic Center. This is major. We have Mercury coming right up to the SGC and then going retrograde, so, in about a month and a half's time, Mercury will traverse the SGC, cementing even more some of the ideals, dreams and visions we've been hatching at this new Moon. 

Seeking Solace, Surety, Safety and Security: August's Leo New Moon

I sit beneath your leaves, old oak, You mighty one of all the trees; Within whose hollow trunk a man Could stable his big horse with ease. W. H. Davies

One that would have the fruit must climb the tree. Thomas Fuller

Woodman, spare that tree! Touch not a single bough! In youth it sheltered me, and I’ll protect it now. George Pope Morris

The forest laments in order that Mr. Gladstone may perspire. Sir Randolph Churchill

One generation plants the trees; another gets the shade. Chinese proverb

Train up a fig tree in the way it should go, and when you are old sit under the shade of it. Charles Dickens

Cut not the bough that thou standest upon. Romanian Proverb

August's new Moon occurs on the 2nd in the US and the UK, and on the 3rd in Australia. It's a very meaningful lunation, and one that is bound to bring all kinds of energies to the table. The new Moon is in a trine aspect with Saturn, which can have us feeling the need to get organised, to lighten our loads, to free up energies that have been seemingly stationary for some time. Saturn is stationing direct (it is turning direct in mid August), and is spending several days on Sagittarius 10: A Golden Haired Goddess Of Opportunity. For a start, this feels like the nomination of Hillary Clinton - it can also feel like Donald Trump, as his hair is often mentioned. Both candidates are certainly darlings of the media and get a lot of media attention. And, the media is often involved with this Symbol. 

Saturn is in a square aspect with Neptune. This can bring us face-to-face with our dreams, illusions, ideals, etc, and there can be a feeling of crashing and burning - at least on some level. There can be a sense of dismay, depression even, and, we can feel like the world is going in 'the wrong direction'. A realignment with 'faith', whatever that means to the individual, may be needed, along with the need to drop judgements, to drop the worrying, to lighten your load. One has to laugh, even if one wants to cry. Shattered illusions could have us wondering if things will ever get better and we may be wondering what is true and what is false. As always, it comes down to our perspective.

It seems that there is a lot of cognitive dissonance going on. We can be confronted with information and just not see it. It's like so many are standing in the forest and not seeing the trees. It's a very interesting time, and, it's a stressful time, and, I sense that no one is immune to the shape-shifting that's going on, in the political and social arenas, as well as in our emotions and personal lives. Soon, Mercury will come into the picture with Saturn, Neptune and the Moon's nodes, adding to the sense of push-me pull-you that's been going on. We may have to take off our blinders, to remove our 'veil' in order to see more clearly. Certainly, we will be pushed to make decisions and we might decide that some things need to be dropped from our lives, OR, we may have that decision made for us. 

Conventions, Contentions, Contests And Considerations: July's Capricorn Full Moon

You cannot prevent the birds of sorrow from flying over your head, but you can prevent them from building nests in your hair. Chinese Proverb

I hope you love birds, too. It is economical. It saves going to Heaven. Emily Dickinson

In almost everything that touches our everyday life on earth, God is pleased when we’re pleased. He wills that we be as free as birds to soar and sing our maker’s praise without anxiety. A. W. Tozer

We are involved in a life that passes understanding and our highest business is our daily life. John Cage

I know why the caged bird sings, ah me, When his wing is bruised and his bosom sore, When he beats his bars and he would be free; It is not a carol of joy or glee, But a prayer that he sends from his heart’s deep core. Paul Laurence Dunbar

The heart of a woman falls back with the night, And enters some alien cage in its plight, And tries to forget it has dreamed of the stars, While it breaks, breaks, breaks on the sheltering bars. Georgia Douglas Johnson

 

The full Moon each month marks a time of heightened energies and events. It often marks the culmination of the energies released at the new Moon. Emotions can be supercharged as the Sun and Moon are on opposite sides of the zodiac and illumination is increased - it's like we can see in the dark - and we can be hyper-aware as well as being hyper-awake. The effects of a full Moon can be major or minor, depending on how they interact with your own chart. Sometimes, realisations or events that are unleashed, or unlocked, can stretch their meaning months into the future. A lot can be learned at the time of the full Moon and whether it's lunacy or illumination, or a combination of both, there's magic unleashed with every full Moon.

 

July's full Moon in Capricorn occurs on July 19 in the United States and the United Kingdom, and in the morning on July 20 in Australia. This full Moon is smack on Pluto of the US 4th July chart. And, the last new Moon was smack on the Sun of that chart. With the Democratic and Republican conventions happening in the next week or so, the election fevers are set to go up a notch, particularly with the degree of the Sun at the opening of the Republican convention on Cancer 27: A Furious (or Violent) Storm In A Canyon Filled With Valuable Homes (the convention starts the day before this full Moon). 
 

You Can't Shake Hands With A Clenched Fist: July's Cancerian New Moon

You can’t shake hands with a clenched fist. Indira Gandhi

It is easier to point the finger than to offer a helping hand. Anon

The lonely one offers his hand too quickly to whomever he encounters. Friedrich Nietzsche

The world can only be grasped by action, not by contemplation. The hand is the cutting edge of the mind. Jacob Bronowski

Nothing up my sleeve! Magician’s Saying

Spiritual love is a position of standing with one hand extended into the universe and one hand extended into the world, letting ourselves be a conduit for passing energy. Christina Baldwin

I hate the giving of the hand unless the whole man accompanies it. Ralph Waldo Emerson

The fingers must be educated, the thumb is born knowing. Marc Chagall

If my hands are fully occupied in holding onto something, I can neither give nor receive. Dorothee Solle

July's new Moon in Cancer occurs on July 4, which is Independence Day in the United States. This is rather interesting in the light of what's happening not only in the US, but in the United Kingdom and all that is going on there with the Brexit vote and it's manifestations. This new Moon is conjunct (together with) Mercury, and the Sabian Symbol for Mercury speaks about new beginnings and the need to mold and shape things so that they turn out to be the best they can be. We need to nurture these new developments, much as a diamond cutter needs to be careful of where to make the next cut. This new Moon is conjunct Sirius, and this can show a very strong spiritual drive and a need to reach for higher realms in our lives.

 

The new Moon is also in a very nice trine aspect with Neptune, and this can have us aligning more and more with our creative and spiritual aspirations. Pushing us to be even more, to do more, to reach further, etc, is the opposition of the new Moon to Pluto. This can show many changes coming in our lives. We may choose to walk away from some situations, relationships, belief systems, etc, in order to enact a revolution in our lives. It can also show rather monumental power battles, and, we may have to choose our battles wisely. 

 

This is most definitely a transformative new Moon, but, it is likely that there will be some frustrations. Mars is just getting going after a long retrograde and stationary period in Scorpio, and, Mars is in a somewhat difficult quincunx aspect with Uranus. I call the quincunx The Itch That Is Hard To Scratch. So, it pays to measure three times before cutting the cloth - especially as the new Moon is in a quincunx aspect with Saturn. We need to be sure of our direction, and, if necessary, this could mean holding back on some decisions that need precision. If a decision is final, and there will be quite a few situations of people walking away from things that may have meant a lot to them, the decision probably comes as a complete full stop. Pluto can see to that, as can the placement of Chiron on the People Going Ahead With Their Different Projects degree. 

 

The Moon's nodes are also nicely aspected by this new Moon. All in all, this is a transformative lunation and one that can be liberating, interesting, intense and definitely meaningful. 

Blessing The Faithful: June's Full Moon In Sagittarius

A single conversation with a wise man is better than ten years of study. Chinese Proverb

What I’m looking for is a blessing that’s not in disguise. Kitty O’Neill Collins

It is one of the blessings of old friends that you can afford to be stupid with them. Ralph Waldo Emerson

You must pay the price if you wish to secure the blessing. Andrew Jackson

I would have made a good pope. Richard Nixon

To err is human, to forgive, divine. Alexander Pope

See everything, overlook a great deal, correct a little. Pope John XXIII

A faithful friend is a strong defense; And he that hath found him hath found a treasure. Louisa May Alcott

A true friend is the greatest of all blessings, and that which we take the least care of all to acquire. Francois de La Rochefoucauld

June's full Moon in Sagittarius occurs on June 20. It is another big lunar event, with Mercury, Jupiter, the nodes, Saturn and Neptune all in a big grand cross. This can bring about difficult energies and we may have a strong sense of stress and difficulties. Certainly, we can feel 'boxed in' by our situations, like we're bouncing around from one side of the equation to another. This is an enormously stressful time, however, as always, much can be achieved by knuckling down, working hard, getting organised, and, perhaps re-assessing where you're headed. 

 

If you read through the Symbols with one eye on the political situations unfolding in the world, as well as looking at your own, more immediate, concerns, I think you'll find these degrees quite startling. 

 

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The full Moon each month marks a time of heightened energies and events. It often marks the culmination of the energies released at the new Moon. Emotions can be supercharged as the Sun and Moon are on opposite sides of the zodiac and illumination is increased - it's like we can see in the dark - and we can be hyper-aware as well as being hyper-awake. The effects of a full Moon can be major or minor, depending on how they interact with your own chart. Sometimes, realisations or events that are unleashed, or unlocked, can stretch their meaning months into the future. A lot can be learned at the time of the full Moon and whether it's lunacy or illumination, or a combination of both, there's magic unleashed with every full Moon.

The Full Moon is on Sagittarius 30: THE POPE BLESSING THE FAITHFUL. 

This is a very interesting Symbol, and, like all of the Sabian Symbols, it can manifest in many ways. This image of 'Blessing The Faithful' can be seen through all kinds of lenses, on a personal level, politically, economically. All kinds of levels. Just who 'The Faithful' and who 'The Pope' is can be a very interesting thing. Whether our candidate is winning in the election, or not, whether we, or our friends are blessing us with their time, energies or thoughts, or, whether we have to be in a particular situation or 'faith' in order to be blessed can be interesting questions. We can 'Bless' others as well: We can give them our time and energy and best wishes. Divides can occur when people don't come together as one, as there can be an 'us and them' mentality. 

The following, including the quotations above, are my full interpretation of this degree from my book The Sabian Oracle: 360 Degrees Of Wisdom: 

Just A Fraction Too Much Friction? June's Gemini New Moon

The language of friendship is not words but meanings. Henry David Thoreau

Friendship is a single soul dwelling in two bodies. Aristotle

A friend is a present you give to yourself. Robert Louis Stevenson

The pleasure of reading is doubled when one lives with another who shares the same books. Katherine Mansfield

Whenever two good people argue over principles, both are always right. Marie von Ebner-Eschenbach

A different language is a different version of life. Federico Fellini

I had no idea what I wanted to do with my life, so nothing of what I was studying seemed to fit. I know now that I should have taken advantage of that time and that I missed a great deal of the opportunity to educate myself. Harrison Ford

In studying the way, realizing it is hard; once you have realized it, preserving it is hard. When you can preserve it, putting it into practice is hard. Zen proverb

The new Moon each month marks a time of new beginnings and realisations. It's like a birth after a time of gestation or being 'in the womb'. Here, the light begins to return and we can see new beginnings and possibilities. A new Moon means that the Sun and the Moon are both together - bringing a synergy of their energies together. The new Moon is a perfect time to set your intentions for the future. This period is wonderful for planting seeds of whatever kind. What do you want to manifest in your future? Whether you write it down, sing about it or just hold the thought forms in your mind, doing this at the new Moon can realise some fabulous results around the things that you want to draw into your life

The Gemini new Moon occurs on the 4th June in the United States and the 5th in Australia and the UK. This is a very big new Moon. Falling on Gemini 15, it may even be the biggest of the entire year as it is forming a grand cross with Saturn on Sagittarius 13, Jupiter on Virgo 15 and Neptune on Pisces 13. 

So, we are in throes of a tight square between Saturn and Neptune. We may find that our dreams and hopes and visions - Neptune - for our lives (and/or our world), may be coming up against the old-guard, Saturn. It can be a hard bump with reality and we may want to overthrow the past - to purge our lives, beliefs, intentions, etc, of those things that are no longer viable, useful or promising - to cut the Gordian Knot as Alexander The Great did, solving the puzzle of the past so he could go on to conquer greater lands.

The square between Saturn and Neptune can be rather depressing, but this is more likely if we are not moving forward in a way that is taking into account current realities, current possibilities, etc. 

It is interesting to note that the Sabian Symbols for both Saturn and Neptune are talking about the past - the necessity of facing it, dealing with it, cleansing it, releasing it, healing the stories we might have, stopping the battling, the pushing, the arguing, etc. The Symbol for Saturn is Sagittarius 13: A WIDOW'S PAST IS BROUGHT TO LIGHT, and, Neptune on Pisces 13: A SWORD IN A MUSEUM. Issues that are coming up are likely to have something to do with relationships - past or present - and the need to face up to some 'secrets' or issues that may have previously been suppressed, ignored, kept hidden or not comfortable to have come to light. The 'Sword' is, amongst other possibilities and outcomes, showing us that we need to cut the Gordian Knot - to sever something that no longer works for us. All kinds of connections can be cut now. If a connection is cut and yet it comes back to you in a more pure form, then it was supposed to be in your life. If not, it is probably time to let it go completely - to stop thinking about it, obsessing, going over and over the details - the what ifs, etc.

Things Are Truly Heating Up: May's Sagittarian Full Moon

Thou shalt not separate thy being from BEING, and the rest, but merge the Ocean in the deep, the drop within the Ocean. H.P. Blavatsky

Don’t think there are no crocodiles because the water is calm. Malayan Proverb

The winds and the waves are always on the side of the ablest navigators. Edward Gibbon

Always behave like a duck—keep calm and unruffled on the surface but paddle like the devil underneath. Jacob Braude

Still waters run deep. Proverb

Below raging waves, the depths of the ocean do not churn as does its surface. Down there, temperature, depth and salinity create the hydrodynamics. Philip Sedgwick

The populace is like the sea motionless in itself, but stirred by every wind, even the lightest breeze. Titus Livius

 

May's full Moon in Sagittarius is an enormous one - a real doozy. It is going to be a bit of a wild ride, particularly on the world stage. Mars is exactly conjunct (together with) this new Moon, ramping up feelings, responses, events, etc, and driving energies that may sometimes be a little hard to handle (or to get a grip on). The full Moon falls on May 21 in the United States and May 22 in Australia and the United Kingdom. 

 

Mars is retrograde, and, about to re-enter Scorpio, where it will be for some months. This is likely to bring up issues from the past. We also have Lilith entering Scorpio right now. Something about this is that we could find ourselves being rather angry at the establishment, heated-up about being held down, wanting to protect 'the feminine'. 

 

We not only have Mars smack on the full Moon (which means that it's exactly opposing the Sun as well as conjunct the Moon), but, we also have Jupiter and Saturn squaring off. This brings up issues to do with expansion versus contract, the new versus the old, the rights of the individual up against the structures of the establishment. The Sabian Symbols, as always, are extremely telling and amazing. To top this off, there is a t-square between Jupiter, Saturn and Neptune - bringing our dreams to reality may be a test, a real test, with some opposing what we might see as the ideal. Often, with a configuration like this, we are being asked to be patient, to really look to the things we are wanting in our lives, to see if they stand up to the test of reality (= time). 

 

The Sabian Symbols for Venus are wonderful, though, for, as long as we place a strong sense of value on ourselves (and others), we can find renewed love, romance, possibilities, second chances, etc. We can find partnership and peace through Venus. Venus is not always about peace, though, as without Venus, Mars wouldn't go to war. However, this placement of Venus is wonderful. 

 

Chiron is on a degree that the Moon's south node spent months on recently. It speaks about 'purging the priesthood' - throwing out those things, people, relationships, etc, that no longer work for us. 

 

Pluto is trining the Moon's north node (which means, of course, that it is sextiling the Moon's south node), bringing issues to do with power, transformation, big business, big money, the Plutocracy, etc, into high focus. This is a powerful configuration and it can work wonders for us in that we can gain a stronger sense of what we are capable of - along with who we truly are - but, it can also bring up battles when it comes to those who are 'at the top'.  

 

This is a very long newsletter. I chose to include all of the Karmic and Quest Degrees, as I think that they are very important (they are always important, but especially telling at the moment). I figured that you can scan through it if it's too long - however, I know that some people like to be rather forensic with reading my newsletters, so, it's all there.  

 

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The full Moon each month marks a time of heightened energies and events. It often marks the culmination of the energies released at the new Moon. Emotions can be supercharged as the Sun and Moon are on opposite sides of the zodiac and illumination is increased - it's like we can see in the dark - and we can be hyper-aware as well as being hyper-awake. The effects of a full Moon can be major or minor, depending on how they interact with your own chart. Sometimes, realisations or events that are unleashed, or unlocked, can stretch their meaning months into the future. A lot can be learned at the time of the full Moon and whether it's lunacy or illumination, or a combination of both, there's magic unleashed with every full Moon.
Full Moon:   May 21, 2016   9:14 pm GMT

 The full Moon is on Sagittarius 2:  THE OCEAN COVERED WITH WHITECAPS

This Symbol implies getting whipped up about things, often out of proportion to what’s really going on OR staying calm and centered when events or people are getting out of control and making a big deal out of situations. You may find that surface emotions get whipped up and this can led to concerns that are disproportionate to the depth of the situation. Emotions, intelligence and situations probably have a far deeper sense of strength and permanence than it may seem. Get below the surface where things are calmer and more stable. However, don’t withdraw completely as you could find it hard to surface and show your true feelings.

A Symbolical Battle Between Light And Dark: May's Rather Challenging But Enlightening Taurus New Moon

Let us have faith that right makes might. Abraham Lincoln

A blow with a word strikes deeper than a blow with a sword. Robert Burton

People who fight fire with fire usually end up with ashes. Abigail Van Buren

Wisdom is always an overmatch for strength. Phaedrus

Imagination is the one weapon in the war against reality. Jules de Gaultier

Constantly choosing the lesser of two evils is still choosing evil. Jerry Garcia

Truth is a torch that shines through the fog without dispelling it. Claude A. Helvétius

Bring on your tear gas; bring on your grenades, your new supplies of Mace, your state troopers and even your national guards. But let the record show we ain’t going to be turned around. Ralph Abernathy

War is hell. General William Sherman

The Taurus new Moon occurs on Saturday May 7 in Australia, and, on Friday May 6 in the United States. This is a very interesting new Moon, and, it's likely to be a very powerful one. For a start, there is so much earth energy in amongst it all, and, Pluto is almost exactly in a powerful trine aspect with it (= in a trine aspect with the Sun and the Moon). Pluto is now retrograding, and, it's on a Symbol that speaks about 'protecting one's borders' - whether this means literally or figuratively, it's an interesting challenge. It seems that defining what is right and what is wrong, what is light and what is dark - even if it only takes a split second to analyse it - can have us putting down our 'swords' and picking up our 'torches'. 

 

Swords are mentioned in two Symbols in this newsletter. We not only have the Symbolical Battle Between Swords And Torches of the new Moon, but we also have The Sword In A Museum of Neptune (Neptune will be on this degree from the end of May, beginning of June). The Symbol for Neptune at the new Moon is the one before the 'Sword In A Museum' degree, and, it brings up the idea of being 'examined'. What are the exams, tests, trials, etc, that we are facing now? What are they really? 

 

In the light of this (pun almost intended, but quite accidental :) ), we will do well to see what battles we are prepared to die on some hill for, and which ones are a complete waste of time, energy and directed intention. 

In other words, a big message at this new Moon is to drop the warring. Of course, that's not likely to happen on the world's political stage. After all, the big boys do like their war toys. 

Light Is The Task Where Many Share The Toil: April's Scorpio Full Moon

Light is the task where many share the toil. Homer

Rome wasn’t built in a day. Proverb

Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much. Helen Keller

Build it and they will come! Fields Of Dreams Movie

If a house be divided against itself, that house cannot stand. The Bible

Regard your neighbor’s gain as your own gain, and your neighbor’s loss as your own loss. Tai Shang Kan Ying P’Ien

The hands that help are better far than the lips that pray. Robert G. Ingersoll

A city is a large community where people are lonesome together. Herbert Prochno

There are no passengers on Spaceship Earth. Everybody’s crew. Marshall McLuhan

Imagine what a harmonious world it could be if every single person, both young and old shared a little of what he is good at doing. Quincy Jones

 

The Scorpio full Moon falls on Friday, April 22. This is a very interesting, and for many, very rewarding lunation. The Sabian Symbols that go with the planetary energies are really quite extraordinarily wonderful - 'Neighbors Coming Together', 'Steps Up To A Lawn Blooming With Clover', 'Jewelry Shops Filled With The Most Valuable Gems', 'The Boxer Entering The Ring', 'The Gate To The Garden Of All Fulfilled Desire', 'The Royal Coat Of Arms Enriched With Precious Stones' - and more - the Symbols contain a host of encouraging and desirable images. 

For sure, though, there are stresses in amongst it all, especially as we have some very strong
retrogrades happening - Mars, Jupiter, Saturn and Pluto, and soon, on the 28th April, Mercury. This can be a somewhat frustrating time, especially with Mars retrograding until the beginning of July. Plans we may have been wanting to push forward with may need to have some revisions, second guesses, wrinkles ironed out - all those kinds of things, and more. 

 

With all those retrogrades, we still have this push to forge forward, particularly with Venus on Aries 21: The Boxer Entering The Ring conjuncting (together with) Uranus on Aries 22: The Gate Opens To The Garden Of All Fulfilled Desires. What a combination. As I have said before, I see this two degrees as a type of binary: One steps up to the plate and then steps through the gate.

All Aboard For The Magic Carpet Ride: April's Aries New Moon

I’ll need a magic carpet to get out of this one. Donald Davis

If you surrendered to the air, you could ride it. Toni Morrison

Aerodynamically the bumblebee shouldn’t be able to fly, but the bumblebee doesn’t know that, so it goes on flying anyway. Mary Kay Ash

If the winds of fortune are temporarily blowing against you, remember that you can harness them and make them carry you, through the use of your imagination. Napolean Hill

Man’s desires are limited by his perceptions; none can desire what he has not perceived. William Blake

A field cannot well be seen from within the field. Ralph Waldo Emerson

The power of thought—the magic of the mind! Lord Byron  

The Aries new Moon in March is a particularly interesting one as it is in a very close conjunct with Uranus. Occurring on April 7, it can bring about breakthroughs in decisions, understanding, events, etc, and we may find some rather surprising events along the way. Right before the exact new Moon, there is a trine from Saturn to the new Moon, and this could have us really assessing things in the clear light of day and making moves based on what is truly possible, desirable, available, new, useful, innovative, etc. etc. There is quite a nice balance in that, as, in most cases, we'll be able to amass the reality and facts of the matter in order to sort out where to from here.

Then, Uranus is likely to have us making moves that might have been building for some time, but needed the added impetus to get them going. We may have been waiting for an appropriate time, not sure the energy is right, or, feeling like our ducks have not been in a row in the right manner... with Uranus so closely aligned with this new Moon, we may have decisions taken out of our hands. We may have events and circumstances handed to us in a way we might not have imagined or foretold. Uranus often brings the unexpected and the downright surprising. Insights, realizations and events can have an electrical quality that can cut through extraneous detail to the core of the matter. 

The big whammy, though, of this new Moon is the square from Pluto. This could bring things up to the surface that have been simmering for some time down below. Major and radical transformations can take place and we would do well to watch and observe and measure and not react too quickly (if that is at all possible). Pluto can bring up things from a subterranean level and we would do well to listen to that deeper reality, that deeper impulse. 

Stepping Up To The Plate And Stepping Through The Gate: Easter And Beyond

Here's my latest youtube video. In this video, I speak of the rather extraordinary square of Saturn and Venus, both on 'Easter' degrees... along with Jupiter doing the push-me-pull-you, we are having a rather interesting ongoing moment of resurrection. 

Furthermore, Uranus is about to go onto two very interesting degrees in Aries.... 

I hope you enjoy it! And, no matter what faith you may or may not follow, I hope you have a wonderful weekend. 

A Time Of Great Revolution: The Libran Lunar Eclipse On The Super Galactic Center

The hand of God is with the group. Saudi Arabian proverb

In everyone’s life, at some time, our inner fire goes out. It is then burst into flame by an encounter with another human being. We should all be thankful for those people who rekindle the inner spirit. Albert Schweitzer

After endless days of commuting on the freeway to an antiseptic, sealed-window office, there is a great urge to backpack in the woods and build a fire. Charles Krauthammer

Even in a time of elephantine vanity and greed, one never has to look far to see the campfires of gentle people. Garrison Keillor

Civilization no longer needs to open up wilderness; it needs wilderness to open up the still largely unexplored human mind. David Rains Wallace

Double, double, toil and trouble; Fire burn and cauldron bubble. William Shakespeare

An agreeable companion on a journey is as good as a carriage. Publilius Syrus

We are in eclipse season and March's full Moon is an appulse lunar eclipse, otherwise known as a penumbral lunar eclipse. Occurring on March 23, this eclipse is not a total eclipse, but rather the Sun will only be partially blocked out by the Moon's shadow. There is always a crescent of sunlight visible at an appulse lunar eclipse. It will be visible from east Asia, Australia, and most of North America.

Falling on the Super Galactic Center, this is a powerful eclipse, not because it is a penumbral eclipse: A penumbral eclipse is more subtle, and more difficult to observe, than a total or partial eclipse. They happen when the moon moves through the outer part of Earth's shadow. For more on these eclipses, check this out.

However, the fact that it occurs on that part of the zodiac that points to the Super Galactic Center, means that this eclipse could be even stronger than a total. The orb of the SGC is from approx 28+ Virgo to 6+ Libra. The Super Galactic Center is said to be where the 'Mind Of God' resides. Whether we believe in God, or that idea, or not, this is where we are said to be able to connect in with the Law Of Attraction - to make affirmations and decisions about what we want in life and to see these things coming to pass. It is a very powerful part of the zodiac and the Sabian Symbols, too, reflect that fact. 

The full Moon each month marks a time of heightened energies and events and a lunar eclipse, even if it is penumbral, often marks the culmination of the energies released at the new Moon. Eclipses act as gateways to events; there can be big beginnings along with big endings. Emotions can be supercharged as the Sun and Moon are on opposite sides of the zodiac and illumination is increased - it's like we can see in the dark - and we can be hyper-aware as well as being hyper-awake. Sometimes, realisations or events that are unleashed, or unlocked, can stretch their meaning months and even years into the future. A lot can be learned at the time of the full Moon and whether it's lunacy or illumination, or a combination of both, there's magic unleashed with every full Moon. The personal effects of this can be major or minor, depending on how they interact with your own chart - if you would like a reading on what's happening for you - click here.

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So, if you order before the evening of Monday the 16th March, you will receive a copy of the book personally signed to you. I will also email you a free copy of the book on pdf.

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Authenticity, Authority, And Awareness: The Total Solar Eclipse In Pisces March 2016

Knowledge increases in proportion to its use—that is, the more we teach the more we learn. H.P. Blavatsky

Teach thy tongue to say I do not know and thou shalt progress. Maimonides

By learning you will teach; by teaching you will learn. Latin Proverb

A master can tell you what he expects of you. A teacher, though, awakens your own expectations. Patricia Neal 

Jesus was all right, but his disciples were thick and ordinary. It’s them twisting it that ruins it for me. John Lennon

I can tell you, honest friend, what to believe: believe life; it teaches better than book or orator. Goethe

Do not believe what your teacher tells you merely out of respect for the teacher. Buddha

 

March's Piscean new Moon is a total solar eclipse. Occurring on March 9, it promises to be a powerful one as it is conjunct Chiron and exactly opposite Jupiter. As always in an eclipse, the Moons nodes are involved and this is a south node eclipse, meaning, this is one of letting go of things; beliefs, mindsets, releasing old outworn conditions, releasing people, places or possessions. This is a time for a healing, not only because this is a total solar eclipse in Pisces, but because it so closely involves Chiron. Chiron is known as the Wounded Healer and The Stories We Tell Ourselves. In order to truly grow, we do well to listen to those stories - to hear ourselves not only speaking, but to listen to the thoughts we are thinking. With Jupiter opposite Chiron, we may find ourselves vacillating between reality and fiction - between what we want to do and what we have to do - between what is the desired result and what is expected of us in society. 

 

With Jupiter conjuncting the Moon's north node in Virgo, we may feel a need to get going, to get in the race, to travel, to grab life by the horns, to take a risk, to step out of our usual comfort zone, etc. 

This is quite the Piscean eclipse with Mercury, Neptune, Ceres, Sun, Moon, Chiron and the Moon's south node all in Pisces. This eclipse is likely to involve a bit of head shaking, intrigue, forgetfulness, muddle-headedness, etc. Of course, there can be a lot of creativity, dreaming, spiritual awakenings, synchronicities, and all manner of lovely, emotive, soft and gentle happenings. Mercury is conjunct Neptune, and, the Symbol for Mercury can have people wondering where their faith has gone; what does the future hold? how can we prevail with such things unfolding on the world stage? what is really happening around the issue of climate change - the pollution going on on our planet, etc. etc. 

 

I think that many reading this newsletter will see Symbols that reflect the goings on in the US presidential race. I know that many other things are happening around the world, but, there is a lot of energy being directed towards the spectacle that this race has become - especially this year. 

 

A bit about new Moons - The new Moon each month marks a time of new beginnings and realisations. It's like a birth after a time of gestation or being 'in the womb'. Here, the light begins to return and we can see new beginnings and possibilities. A new Moon means that the Sun and the Moon are both together - bringing a synergy of their energies together. The new Moon is a perfect time to set your intentions for the future. This period is wonderful for planting seeds of whatever kind. What do you want to manifest in your future? Whether you write it down, sing about it or just hold the thought forms in your mind, doing this at the new Moon can realise some fabulous results around the things that you want to draw into your life.

 

A total solar eclipse, though, is even more powerful than a new Moon. It is a powerhouse of energies that can bring about change, disruption, the birth of the new and the death of the old, etc, etc. Sometimes events can be upsetting, other times liberating and wonderful. It all depends on what is unfolding for you on an individual level. Many people say that the effects of an eclipse will last for about 9 months. While I can see why they might say that, I think that, again, it all depends on what is happening (or, happens) for you. Events that happen in the next month or so can have effects lasting long into the future. Suffice to say that a total solar eclipse is a powerful event, especially one that has the signatures that this one has. For more on this solar eclipse - click here. 

 

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The Solar Eclipse is on Pisces 19: A MASTER INSTRUCTING THEIR DISCIPLE

The total solar eclipse on this degree seems to be saying to pick and choose who we might be 'learning from', listening to, paying attention to, etc, and to be mindful of those things that we allow into our consciousness. We can, after all, be our own best 'Master', our own best 'Disciple' - we don't have to put anyone else on a pedestal. Having said that, this might be a period of intense and amazing 'learning' - a time of leaping forward in our understanding of life, the universe, everything. Of course, it can speak of who and how we 'teach' others and how we give out our 'instructions'. 

It may be a time, with the eclipse on this degree, of discerning who is fit to lead and who is not. Who is worthy and who is not. This eclipse can be very much about that. As always, we have to remember to trust and respect our own sense of authority, our own guidance system. The following are my shortened interpretations from my book The Sabian Oracle: 360 Degrees Of Wisdom - 

Pisces 19: A MASTER INSTRUCTING THEIR DISCIPLE

This shows the ability, or the need, to be a student, a “Disciple”, or a teacher, a “Master”. At times you’ll find yourself being either one or the other. You may be the teacher or the pupil, but remember that it is often the teacher that learns and the pupil that teaches. This shows taking time for the transfer of higher knowledge and wisdom. It’s also a sign to listen to your own higher wisdom. Someone with something worthwhile to say will usually find someone eager to listen. When you have a need to learn something, it seems that the “Master” will always appear.

Keywords: To give and to receive. Lessons that need to be well learnt. The transfer of knowledge. Taking time to instruct others. Being willing to both teach and learn. Step-by-step lessons. Passing on information. Instructions and directions. Laying down the law with someone. Manuscripts and lessons. Masters. Gurus. Guiding lights. Reinforcement of knowledge, wisdom and spirituality. Listening and learning. Knowing what questions to ask. Doing homework. Being or setting a good example.

The Caution: Dogmatic instruction by rote. Talking down to others. Having a "know-it-all" attitude. Manipulating for a personal agenda. One-eyed attitudes. Unbending intellect. Using knowledge as power over people. Feeling above everyone else. Codependent behaviour. One-eyed attitudes. Losing one's self in another. 

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The Karmic Degree for the solar eclipse is Pisces 18: IN A HUGE TENT A FAMOUS REVIVALIST CONDUCTS HIS MEETING WITH A SPECTACULAR PERFORMANCE - Haven't we been seeing this lately? Everywhere, lately, it seems, we've been watching performances of one kind or another. The trick is to be able to see through the words, the slick (or otherwise) choreography, the impressions that others may try to give in order to manipulate or control us. 

This shows hearing or delivering important messages, decrees or rules for living, making sense of spiritual instruction, seeing who’s an authority worth listening to and who’s not. Seeing through false intentions or messages could be one of your objectives now. You may need to organize and stage a display to promote, teach or disseminate, bringing a feeling of community in a common goal. With the power to influence or sway groups of people, there needs to be a feeling of moderation and the ability to listen as well as speak. This can, however, picture situations of hysteria or overstating one's case. Is the audience listening? Is the cause just?

Keywords: Energy and inspiration. Evangelism. Whipped up emotions. Having a lot to say. Being instructional and dogmatic about how things should be. Being in charge. Ecstasy. Loud voices. Conversations that are said out loud. Acoustics affecting sounds. Preaching. Mind control. Performing. Political, religious and spiritual activism. Showmanship. Transformative experiences. Captivated audiences. The media circus.

The Caution: Spiritualism for greedy financial gain. Big egos. Overblown feelings of abilities. Manipulation or exploitation. Controlling others. Bigotry. Getting worked up.

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The Quest Degree for the solar eclipse is Pisces 20: A TABLE SET FOR AN EVENING MEAL - this Symbol can often bring up issues around whether one can sustain themselves - if they have enough money to be able to eat, to pay the bills, to be solvent. 

This shows providing sustenance for yourself and others; to “Set” the “Table” and have nourishment available for those who need it. It can show knowledge of nutrition, cooking, catering all the way to knowing how to make money – how to ‘bring home the bacon’. There’s a need to prepare things, to appreciate, assimilate, be nourished by and enjoy. When everything is in place, you’ll want to have people around you to appreciate it. Patience is sometimes needed; having worked hard and long, you need to realize that your needs will be met. Returning home you can find comfort and sustenance. Attend to everyday tasks with reverence. Try to remember to say grace in thanks.

Keywords: Provision of life's necessities. Being well nourished. Having to prepare for others. Issues of "who will serve and who will eat". Dinner and dinner parties. Issues of nourishment and having a roof over one's head. Food allergies. Food technology. Breaking bread with others. People bringing a plate to share. Cutlery, plates, glasses. Wine and water. Diets. Groceries. Doing the dishes. Making a meal of something. Obesity. Attention to detail. Hired hands. Catering. Candles. Sharing life's bounty.

The Caution: Making preparations with no ability to complete or satisfy. Devouring things or people. Fast food. Eating standing up or on the run. Always having to do.

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Mercury is on Pisces 7: ILLUMINATED BY A SHAFT OF LIGHT, A LARGE CROSS LIES ON ROCKS SURROUNDED BY SEA AND MIST

This Symbol can have us questioning many things in our lives. In Australia, for instance, we are having a Royal Commission into institutional responses to child sexual abuse. It has been gruelling, really upsetting and unhinging what has been coming to light, particularly with regard to the Catholic Church, although the Anglican church and government agencies have also had many things to answer for. 

Some may see this as worry about what is going to happen with the American presidential elections - the dominance of organized religion and stories of faith around the election can be alienating (or, it can, on the other hand, be somewhat amusing). 

This shows being able to stay firm in one’s faith and belief in life even when one’s hopes and dreams take a battering. There may be feelings of chaos and misplaced loyalties in your life, like something has been sacrificed for no real cause and some things have come to nothing. You may need to see if perhaps your aim was too high and things came crashing down as a result of a lack of care, by yourself or others, or through people opposing your objectives or success. Having faith and a positive end in sight, you can experience a wonderful spiritual awakening - reconnecting with your spiritual ideals. Concentrate on the "Shaft of Light" as this can show you that white light is all around you.

Keywords: Renewed dedication after loss. Looking for signs of hope and recovery. Coming to terms with loss or failure. Rocks, mist, howling winds on coasts. Crosses of faith. Important and substantial sacrifices. Being devastated by events. Being in the "spotlight" in difficult times. Finding the way through the dark. The need for sacrifice. Alternative religions. Stepping outside religious boundaries.

The Caution: Losing faith. Hopes completely dashed. Unable to see through the fog. Scorn, persecution or attack through religious or social reasons. Sacrifices, sometimes for nothing.

Mercury symbolizes: Mind, thought, communication, memory, expression, intelligence. News, exchanges, chatting, conversations, short journeys, connections with others, telephones, emails, siblings, neighbors, the reasoning mind. Day-to-day activities. Cars, keys, small animals.

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Venus is on Aquarius 26: A GARAGE MAN TESTING A CAR'S BATTERY WITH A HYDROMETER

This Symbol shows the need to pick up problems and diagnose what might be wrong whether it’s mechanically, physically, spiritually or emotionally. The “Car” can be a car, or it can be your body; your earthly vehicle, and it may need some “Testing” to see how it’s coping with life’s pressures. Perhaps you need to use some type of gauge on your emotional reactions. There is often a need to take a more intuitive or psychic approach to problems, although an objective or inventive view will also bring results. Figure out any malfunctions so your life can proceed in a smoother, more efficient manner. Performing necessary checks and balances to ensure your life is working properly are part of the everyday maintenance of society.

Keywords: Testing the earthly vehicle for its roadworthiness. Situations that have "boiled - over", bringing all to a stop. Breakdowns and the need for repair. Checking water levels. Anticipating future problems. The need for good batteries. Cars being serviced. Oil, petrol and grease. Check ups and tune-ups. Bringing forward movement to a halt.

The Caution: Causing distress by constantly analyzing things. Bad health. Lack of water or not looking after one's self. Breakdowns from lack of care. Missing vital signals.

Venus symbolizes: Relatedness, cooperation, what attracts you. The experience of sweetness, beauty or delight. Social interactions, love, friends, how you reach out to people. Feminine persona, relationship with mother and females. Money, possessions, sense of values.

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Mars is on Sagittarius 2: THE OCEAN COVERED WITH WHITECAPS

Mars is slowing down somewhat as it is getting ready to go retrograde in mid-April. It's been a rather hectic trip through Scorpio recently, and, it is set to go retrograde and traverse through to Scorpio 24, covering old ground. Scorpio 24 is an interesting degree and one I often associate with the president of the United States - Crowds Coming Down The Mountain To Listen To An Inspired Individual. Whether they are 'inspired' or not, the presidential candidates are certainly going to have a voice. This Mars retrograde period is going to be very interesting.... however, we are not there yet. We are in the shadow period of the retrograde: Mars is traversing degrees that it will be transiting over again in coming months. 

This Symbol implies getting whipped up about things, often out of proportion to what’s really going on OR staying calm and centered when events or people are getting out of control and making a big deal out of situations. You may find that surface emotions get whipped up and this can led to concerns that are disproportionate to the depth of the situation. Emotions, intelligence and situations probably have a far deeper sense of strength and permanence than it may seem. Get below the surface where things are calmer and more stable. However, don’t withdraw completely as you could find it hard to surface and show your true feelings.

Keywords: Mobilization of energy and emotions. Safety in more secure emotions. Blustery days. Churning thoughts. Being flighty and changeable. Overblown reactions. Energy that needs an outlet for expression. The need for stillness and meditation.

The Caution: Getting fussed and irritable over nothing or at least very little. Nervousness. Overblown reactions. Responding too readily. Gathering gloom. Fussed and irritable.

The Quest Degree (the degree following) of Mars is interesting. It's Sagittarius 3: TWO MEN PLAYING CHESS - the idea of 'chess' is, of course, to take out (or annihilate) one's opponent. This can imply games, of course, but it can also show people pulling out the big guns when it comes to strategies, manipulation, etc. With Mars here, there might not be a lot of 'polite gamesmanship' going on. 

This Symbol shows the ability, or the necessity, to indulge in strategic games, arguments or competitions. There can be a strong sense of knowing how to maneuver situations in order to come out on top, with an eye to possible outcomes. There's a need to be thoughtful and cautious, taking into account the wider picture. Impulsive acts with no forward planning can be risky. It probably pays to not show your weak side, but do everything with the possible objective of winning. It can be difficult to relax in competitive environments; one often feels that they can't let their guard down because they might be taken advantage of. Take one step at a time and move with purpose and forethought.

Keywords: Strategic competition. Seeing the picture several moves ahead. Arguments that can go on and on. Finding justification for being combative. Throwing down the gauntlet to the other. Taking lives. The need for peacekeeping. War strategies. Matching wits. Facing each other head on. Being royalty or being a mere pawn. Tactical maneuvers. Lawsuits. Custody. Having the bigger stick. Divorce. Disputes. Wit against wit.

The Caution: Depending on pure luck. Underestimating the opponent’s skill or strategy. Arguments and arguing for the sake of it. Bickering and trying to get the better of the other. Always taking an opposing side, no matter what is really happening.

Mars symbolizes: Drive, determination or agenda, how you get to your goals. How you express and handle anger, ambition, assertion of self and ability to step forward. The male principle, sexuality, the ability to step up to the plate when one needs to. Fight or flight.

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Jupiter is retrograde on Virgo 19: A SWIMMING RACE - this degree seems to be speaking about, amongst other things, the US presidential race. It certainly seems like a circus with all kinds of antics on the 'starting blocks'. However, of course, this can speak about far more than that - this can speak about the issue of having to do so many things, to compete, to win, to get on with life. To drive faster, live harder, be more successful. 

This Symbol implies the nature of competition, wanting to win and doing one’s best. Whether it’s working hard to achieve the win for rewards in the larger picture - your school, club, country, etc, or winning the race for your own personal ends, this Symbol shows that if you put your head down and go for the objective, you have a good chance of winning, or, at least, of being in the race. You may find yourself in competition over emotional issues or working through things to do with relationships and hoping to win, or come out on top. It is through training, practice and the controlled use of your physical energy and emotions that success can be achieved.

Keywords: Looking sideways to see how others are coping with the strain of competition. Competing with one's emotions. Capitalism. The striving for first place or greatness. Swimming, sports, competition. Wanting to be first at everything. Learning how fit one is. Concentrating on the goal. Medals and awards. Training and practice. Showing your abilities in front of others. 

The Caution: Allowing the competitive spirit to dominate emotional sensitivity. Always going for "the win". Trying to outdo each other. Being on the go all the time. Bad sportsmanship. Not knowing how to lose. Wanting always to conquer others. Always seeing others as competitors.

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The Karmic Degree for Jupiter is Virgo 18: TWO GIRLS PLAYING WITH A OUIJA BOARD - this can show the need, or the possibility, of reading between the lines, of picking up on what's going on, to make predictions about what is and what isn't happening. This Symbol can bring up synchronicities and weird psychic events that can really amaze, or, perhaps we're getting so used to magical happenings that we half expect them :) 

This Symbol can show a desire to contact deeper wisdom, within your self or from outside forces. It often shows up in situations where intuition or clairvoyant energies abound, but it can also show immature, inquisitive energies that want to delve in deeply or to know about everything. The “Ouija Board” is a tool that gives assistance to focus on messages coming through. Of course, many different tools are available in the form of tarot cards, I Ching coins, etc. Youthful attempts at using these energies to discover the deeper meanings of life can bring surprising results. However, sometimes there can be little control over what is coming through from "the other side".

Keywords: Immature curiosity leading to messages and inner guidance. Listening devices. Tuning into possible meanings. Ouija boards. Séances. Clairvoyant abilities. Spirits of the departed. Contact with the "other side". Messages coming through from unknown sources. Spiritualism. Ectoplasms. Concentrated attention. Poltergeists. Haunted houses. Cold energies. Bringing spirit through. Moving furniture. Phenomena. Weird and spooky. Seeing ghosts. Being a channel.

The Caution: Dealing with situations beyond your maturity. Continually looking for information. Looking for information instead of getting on with life. Naive playing with potentially dangerous elements. Seeking easy answers to avoid responsibility. Fooling around. Superstitious responses to natural phenomena.

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The Quest Degree for Jupiter is Virgo 20: A CARAVAN OF CARS HEADED FOR PROMISED LANDS - Jupiter just spent several days on this degree, and, as I write this, I can hear work being done on a caravan directly outside my window that is owned by my landlady. I love how the Symbols can come so to life in a literal way. 

This Symbol shows the desire of moving on to new thoughts, new lands, new ways of doing things, possibly even on to a new way of life. Setting out on a venture can lead you to “Promised Lands”, even if it’s sometimes somewhat risky to leave the safety and stability of home to strike out for unfamiliar destinations. Whether you are with someone or going alone, you are probably not really alone as there are likely to be others who share the same impulses. Having a map of where you're going helps, as will a willingness to meet new people. The trick is often in deciding where the “Promised Lands” are and what you’ll do when you find them.

Keywords: Venturing into life with like-minded companions. The support of others in a quest for the future. Seeking new territory. Rallies and caravans of cars. Exchanging money. Commerce. Buses, caravans, trucks, etc. Leaving behind the known for the unknown. Gypsies. Hollywood. California. "Boom" towns. The "magic bus". Conferences.

The Caution: Forsaking the individual path in favor of the less satisfying, but more secure, common path. Ever perpetuating restlessness. Crazy goose-chases.

Jupiter symbolizes: The big picture, expansion, exploration, aspirations, religious and philosophical ideals, issues to do with traveling, foreign lands, people and traditions, culture, education, generosity, luck, abundance, support, optimism. Insight through knowledge and wisdom.

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Saturn is on Sagittarius 17: AN EASTER SUNRISE SERVICE DRAWS A LARGE CROWD

Saturn goes retrograde on this degree on March 25, so, it hangs on this degree for quite some time. With Saturn on this degree, there can be a need to gather together with people who share the same values, beliefs, ideals, ideas, etc, as a type of 'resurrection' may be needed in order to feel good about the direction of things at the moment. 

This degree shows the ability, and the necessity, of being able to rise up after difficulties in one’s life, somewhat like the Phoenix rising from the ashes. One needs to maintain hope and draw together with others who share a sense of faith in the future and in community and the goodness of life. There will be times of spiritual rebirth where you can rise above the failings of the past into new beginnings. Coming out of doubt and despair can lead to a new sense of love, faith and compassion. Join with others in a spirit of joy. There's a need for unwavering faith in communal spiritual values.

Keywords: Performing deeds with reverence, respect and a sense of celebration. Cohesive communal expressions of faith. The dawning of a new era. Church services. Dawn services. The community gathering for a common purpose. Resurrections and rebirths. Revivals. The need for faith in a bright future. Devotion. Worship.

The Caution: Obsession with the ceremony rather than the purpose or ideal. Feeling unable to lift one's spirits. Disillusionment and loss of vision. Holidays with no meaning.

Saturn symbolizes: Authority, rules, discipline and obligation The heavy stuff. What we fear, loss, karma, aging, the establishment, orthodoxy, tradition, status, the concept of time, walls, boundaries, limits, older people, restrictions, patience, conquering difficulties.

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 Uranus is on Aries 19: A MAGIC CARPET HOVERS OVER THE DEPRESSING REALITY OF EVERYDAY LIFE IN AN INDUSTRIAL AREA - we can use our imagination and escape mechanisms to rise above the difficulties, the ugliness, the depressing things we may see in the world around us. Escaping in our imaginations can bring about a sense of magic and relief. 

This Symbol shows that you can use your imagination to lift your level of understanding into other, perhaps higher, realms. By elevating ourselves above the everyday world we can transcend worry and strife. There is a clear message here that you can lift yourself above negative situations and by doing so, you can attain a calmer, more creative and spiritual life. With expanded awareness you can have an elevated perspective that reveals greater truths. However, be a little careful not to lose your self in the longing for escape or the exotic. You probably have to come back down to the earthly plane every now and then.

Keywords: Practicing meditation. Finding a vehicle for transcendence. Elevated views and perspectives. Rising above problems. Astral travel. Meditation or levitation. Lateral thinking —'Magic Carpets' travel sideways. Rugs, carpets, the Middle East. Fantasy and fiction. Transcending worries. Escaping the depressing realities of the everyday world.

The Caution: Self defeating detachment from the every day world. Losing your self in flights of fancy. Extreme longing for escape. Using drugs or alcohol to avoid life.

Uranus symbolizes: The unexpected, things that are individual or 'different'. Charged, energetic dynamics, electricity, light, lightning bolts, sudden changes, those who live on the fringe of society. Sudden turns and twists of fate. Rebellion, surprises, liberation, freedom.

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Neptune is on Pisces 10: AN AVIATOR IN THE CLOUDS

This shows being able to stay on course, not allowing distractions or difficult or confusing issues to deter you from your destination. Perhaps you need to rise above and transcend the more nitty-gritty realities of earthly existence and its difficulties, just be aware that you may not be seeing the complete picture very clearly sometimes. If you take special notice, you may be able to see through illusions, seeing past the surface appearances to things that others miss. You may be able to rely on your spiritual, creative or intellectual skills to take you above and beyond those things that others have to deal with. However, you may also be evading the real truth.

Keywords: Elevated views. Always seeing the best in people and things. Peace and tranquility. The longing for transcendence. Not seeing limitations. Being in a refined "head space". Mastery. Flight, planes, pilots. Avoidance of time constraints. Pollyanna attitudes. Free flights of fantasy and escapism. The need for accurate navigation. Being in charge of the controls. Seeking higher truths. Maps. Compasses. Global satellite positioning. Clouds. Mist and fog. Hang-gliding. Don't "over-control" like a novice pilot. Stay loose enough from the flow that you can observe it, modify, and improve it. Donald Rumsfeld

The Caution: Escaping responsibilities. Isolating oneself. Drugs and alcohol abuse. Avoiding reality. Unearthed. Unrealistic expectations. Missing the point. Evasive.

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The Karmic Degree for Neptune is Pisces 9: THE RACE BEGINS: INTENT ON OUTDISTANCING HIS RIVALS, A JOCKEY SPURS HIS HORSE TO GREAT SPEED

This is interesting in the light of the US presidential election race. Of course, it has been showing up on many areas or levels of our lives. Issues to do with weight and weight loss can come up with this degree, as can the concern over whether we are fit for the race in whatever measure. 

This shows spurring to action when you need to, to rise to occasions that call for a sense of urgency or speed. Perhaps it's time to extract all the energy possible into situations. The “Race” is on, and you may feel that you can make it to the finish, but still are not guaranteed of victory. What efforts do you expend to push you faster and further than the rest of the field? Ensure that you're not expending all your energy too quickly and not really achieving anything of lasting value. Be wary of bolting out of the gate without knowing what your objective is. Needing to win at all costs can have others feeling like you’re not really ‘in the race’ – just wanting to win.

Keywords: Competitiveness and high ambitions. Wanting to win, sometimes against the odds. Losing and gaining weight. Weightlessness. Racing to be first at things. Demanding quick flight. Bolting out of the gate. Aggressive desires. Exhilaration. Wanting to better oneself. Being on the home run. Speed and the need for it. Facing forward with great intensity. Rivals and competitors. The value of training. Horsemanship. Discipline. Energy poured into the drive to succeed. Starting whistles, pistols or lights.

The Caution: Galloping at full speed, prematurely. Far too ambitious. Jumping the gun. Running out of steam. Ruthless measures. Sabotaging other’s efforts. Addiction to speed.

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The Quest Degree for Neptune is Pisces 11: PEOPLE TRAVELING A NARROW PATH, SEEKING ILLUMINATION

Soon, Neptune will be on this degree. It can speak of the difficulty of 'staying on the path', or knowing 'where the path is', or I can show a time where we might need to spend time alone, or, with like-minded people who share our quest. 

This shows having a quest, “Seeking Illumination”, having a “Path” and staying on it regardless of what life throws at you. Sometimes the search for high ideals and understanding places us at odds with the more conservative social expectations of others. It is the ability to persevere with the search, regardless of the cost, that marks the sincerity of any path or journey. You may, at times, have to go without some comforts or stick to a rigorous agenda. Most times this quest is very illuminating, sometimes it's confusing. You will need to reject that which is unworthy, while staying true to your objectives in order to stay focused on the goal.

Keywords: People "on the Path". Sticking to one mindset, diet, regimen or habit. Having a cause to follow. Not looking sideways. Awakening one's base senses in order to progress. Physical ecstasy. Being in the now. Going towards the light. Staying true to self. The promise of light at the end of the journey.

The Caution: Being blinded by the light. Not knowing where you're going. Denial of physical pleasure. Puritanical and one-eyed. Distractions. Narrow minded. Disillusionment.

Neptune symbolizes: Mystical, "out there," spirituality and con artists. Dreams, mysteries, mystics and religious issues. Intuition, clairvoyance, seeing into the invisible. Addictive, chaotic, charming, deceptive, illusory, co dependent, sensory awareness.

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Pluto is on Capricorn 18: THE UNION JACK FLIES FROM A NEW BRITISH WARSHIP

Pluto on this degree of Capricorn is a real whammy. It is going to be interesting to watch what unfolds with Pluto now transiting this degree. 

This Symbol talks about supervision, border protection and control. There can be a feeling of having to oversee a large ‘empire’ where reliability and leadership are vital. This can be a tiring responsibility, but there can be an awareness of the protection of 'all who went before'. However, political and social restraints from the past could be causing you to feel that you’ve somehow got to ‘wage war’. Issues to do with the government can come up, whether you agree with what they do or not. You may be confronted with having to make your presence felt and guard your territory. Effective supervision will help you to relax.

Keywords: Colonialism. Protectionism. The government, big business and the media. Class-consciousness. Power and political displays. Displays of "law and order". Border patrols and protection. Strength and might. Nationalism. Royalty. The ruling elite. Supervision. The armed forces. Patrols. Pitting people against each other. Empires. Victory bringing riches. The mother country. The struggle against decline. Flags. Imperialism. The Commonwealth. The rule of law.

The Caution: Artificial shows of strength. Being armed. Strong-arm tactics. Flags. Republics. Issues of statehood. Getting out the big guns. Rebellion. Social disintegration.

Pluto symbolizes: Unconscious motivations, depth psychology, history. Sex, procreation at a deep level, intensity, profound emotions, taking hold of one's power. Being king or queen of one's underworld. Strength, survival mode instincts. Big money. Big power. The Plutocracy. Power vs power struggles.

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Chiron is on Pisces 21: A LITTLE WHITE LAMB, A CHILD AND A CHINESE SERVANT

This shows being able to provide care, safety and comfort to those who need it. The “Child” has a “Servant”; he is well looked after. He also has a “Little White Lamb”, an animal companion, one he can be with, hug and enjoy. In our early years it was the sense of touch that was initially satisfied. If you felt cradled and comfortable, you could grow knowing that all was safe and well. You could find yourself in a place of privilege; cradled from those things that could hurt or challenge you, having someone to look after you. Conversely, you could be the one who’s always there for others, supporting and loving them regardless of who they are or where they’re from.

Keywords: Being protected by higher, more aware, energies. The privileges money and social status bring. Awareness of the different levels of situations. Differing perspectives. Helpers, servants. Care. Being watched over. Watchfulness. Pets and animals. The supervision of youngsters. Purity of vision. Caring for the child within.

The Caution: Social incompatibility. Snobbery. Not having to grow up. Not taking responsibility. Acting the brat. Racial prejudice. The school of ‘hard knocks’.

Chiron symbolizes: Our wounds, Chiron is known as The Wounded Healer. The wounds are The Stories That We Tell Ourselves, it is where we have to focus on healing, it can show things that are out of shape or misplaced or in need of repair.

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 The Moon's North Node is on Virgo 22: A ROYAL COAT OF ARMS ENRICHED WITH PRECIOUS STONES

This Symbol implies is a strong connection to heritage and family lines. This can give rise to feelings of pride and honor as one accepts that a sense of nobility is one’s birth right. Even if there’s no actual nobility in your bloodline, there can be a sense of nobility about your character and bearing. There are things to stand up for and represent, regardless of where you come from and who your ancestors and your family are. Believing in yourself and your abilities will give you strength and stability and people will believe in your beauty, talent or worth, regardless of your background or where you’re from.

Keywords: A long lineage standing behind. Social stratas. Royalty. Issues of social standing and identity. Having a regal bearing. Aristocratic status. Nobility. Coats of Arms. Strength of association. Pure blood. Ancestors of worth or note. Hereditary lines. Having rights and prestige. Pageantry. Knights jousting. Inheritances. Wealthy lineage. Displays of grace and honor. Beauty and wealth no matter what the status. Tartans. Precious stones. Shields. Inscriptions.

The Caution: Superficial judgment on one's ancestry. Believing in privileges for the select few.

North Node symbolizes: This is known as quite a 'karmic point' (although all planets and points in a chart can be'karmic'). One's destiny in this life. The things you are meant to integrate, move towards, become. Destined relationships and relationship issues can show up here.

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 The Moon's South Node is on Pisces 22: A PROPHET BRINGING DOWN THE NEW LAW FROM THE MOUNTAIN

This shows being able to live life by a set of “New Laws”, or, to make a new set of laws that better suits your life and place in the scheme of things. This pictures revelations of spirit and truth. It is important to manifest these truths and laws and to integrate them into your everyday life. Codifying the ways of humankind can help us understand the limitations of our earthly existence. Although our basic principles may stay the same, the specifics will vary in order to accommodate the changing perceptions. You may find new laws to live by, or, you could be the one to bring these ‘rules’ to others.

Keywords: Revelations and channeling of new information. Truths being revealed. Thoughts, ideas, guidelines. The Ten Commandments. Laying down the law. New resolutions. New pathways of living. Social justice messages. The Koran. The Torah. The Bible. Finding records. People of the book. The Ark of the Covenant. Newly codified laws. Amendments. The Testaments. Avatars and guides. Moses. Mt. Sinai. Legislation. Laws enacted. Legislation.

The Caution: Being told what to do. Believing one has all the answers OR believing someone else. Rigid application of dogmatic laws. Bureaucracy. Laws set in stone.

The South Node symbolizes: Past karmic patterns to be overcome, can be habits that are good, but can describe things, relationships, issues that you need to let go of, or, hold you back from manifesting your true destiny. Relationships that feel karmic and difficult, memories from the past.

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Embracing Our Differences, Embracing Love: February's Full Moon In Virgo

  . . . what I am is a humanist before anything—before I’m a Jew, before I’m black, before I’m a woman. And my beliefs are for the human race—they don’t exclude anyone. Whoopi Goldberg

 

Somehow our devils are never quite what we expect when we meet them face to face. Nelson DeMille

I destroy my enemy when I make him my friend. Abraham Lincoln

It’s never too late to give up your prejudices. Henry David Thoreau

Prejudice is the child of ignorance. William Hazlitt

Why must it be just a case of black or white? There must be more to life than this. Freddie Mercury

The imposition of stigma is the commonest form of violence used in democratic societies. R. A. Pinker

You cannot contribute anything to the ideal condition of mind and heart known as Brotherhood, however much you preach, posture, or agree, unless you live it. Faith Baldwin

 

If you judge people you have no time to love them. Mother Teresa

The only moral lesson which is suited for a child, the most important lesson for every time of life, is this: “Never hurt anybody.” Denis Breeze

 

February's full Moon falls on Tuesday February 23 in Australia and February 22 in the United States. This is an interesting full Moon as it is rather Neptunian (but not too much), and can bring love, realizations, healings, new possibilities, new territories, etc. For a start, Mars is now traversing territory that it will be covering after it goes retrograde in Sagittarius on April 17 - it will backtrack right back to Scorpio 23+, so, we will most likely find ourselves retracing the steps we are making now. Decisions made now may have to be rethought or reappraised in the light of new information coming through in June. Mars in Scorpio can bring up issues to do with relationships, sex, money, debt, power plays, etc. Mars doesn't go retrograde until mid-April, but, as it is passing over it's shadow degrees now, we are already beginning that process. This promises to be a very interesting retrograde. 

Receiving, Reviewing And Revising Our Messages: February's Aquarian New Moon

Our soul is escaped as a bird from the snare of the hunters, the snare is broken and we are delivered. Catholic Encyclopedia

Hold fast to dreams, For if dreams die, Life is a broken-winged bird That cannot fly. Langston Hughes

Something was dead in each of us, and what was dead was Hope. Oscar Wilde

We must accept finite disappointment, but never lose infinite hope. Martin Luther King Jr.

Lift me like an olive branch, be my homeward dove. Leonard Cohen

A secret is like a dove, when it leaves my hand it takes wing. Saudi Arabian Proverb

Censure pardons the ravens but rebukes the doves. Latin Proverb

I got the message. All of us get the message, sooner or later. If you get it before it’s too late or before you’re too old, you’ll pull through all right. Nat King Cole 

The Aquarian new Moon falls on February 8 in the US and February 9 in Australia. It's a big new Moon and one that holds some very interesting challenges and opportunities. An Aquarian new Moon is always a time when we can examine our freedoms, our sense of authenticity, our belief in ourselves. We may have a few issues to deal with along the way.... 

For a start, Mars is exactly square this new Moon from Scorpio. The messages from both the new Moon and Mars are about just that - messages. It is a curious new Moon as it can imply the need to filter the things you say, the things you think, the things you relay to others, the gossip you're ready to either believe or pass on, etc. It's about messages. The new Moon degree is about 'doves', doves bring messages, and Mars is on a degree that talks about 'parrots' bringing messages. Mars on 'The Parrot' degree can have us shaking our heads around what is being said, heard, passed on, gossipped about. The trick is to employ our filters and to see what is real, useful, healing, necessary, etc, and what is pure noise. Mars squaring the new Moon can have us making some pretty strong decisions and some of them can be rash, or, we may be on the receiving end of someone's anger. It can be a good idea to count to ten, revise, revisit, renew, reevaluate before we react. 

 

Thankfully, there is a beautiful trine between Venus and Mercury and Jupiter and the Moon's north node. This can bring all kinds of good things our way including good luck, good news, good ideas, expansive thoughts and realities, etc. etc. We may find a way out of something that has been binding us for a long time. Freedom comes from deciding what is real and what is fantasy - although a bit of fantasy can go a long way now. Some may be deciding to travel, take up a new course of study, making decisions around consolidating your resources into better uses, etc. New relationships can come about that bring new horizons and possibilities. This trine is a very good one, full of promise, as long as we don't overstep the mark and go full tilt before the time is right or before we have the resources to back up our plans, ideas or projects. 

Lynda's Audio Rave On The Aquarian New Moon & Offer Of Readings

Hi and Greetings From DownUnder :)

Just a little updating and a few announcements here - plus, a Daily Rave audio from me (see below). 

I've had a number of emails lately, asking about my newsletters - I missed one, the Leo full Moon. I wrote three quarters of it and then didn't send it... I do apologise - I have had a fairly rough January as I got a horrible virus right after the new year and have been so sick that I thought I might have had whooping cough (it was that bad). I am on the mend now, though, and getting back to it.

To that end (getting back to it), I am currently writing up the Aquarian new Moon newsletter and will be sending that out in the next day or so. 

I am doing another round of readings, and, (as previously announced) I was to increase my rate for readings on the 21st January. As I have not had the energy to make up a new readings page (the one that's up can't be edited - I have to make a new one), I have not increased my prices as yet and won't for the next month or so. I will, though, be upping my prices as I want to start on another book and need to be able to put more time and energy into that. So, if you want a reading, do get in now (or very soon). 

Here's the link to the order page for readings (and books) click here.  Please note - the US$150 'mini-readings' are not 'mini' - they are in-depth, just over an hour long, enlightening and instructive recorded audios about your chart, your transits and progressions, all in the light of the Sabian Symbols. If you want to see a video of me explaining the process - click here.

I have just recorded one of my Daily Raves (audio) on this Aquarius new Moon. You can listen to it - click here. I hope you enjoy it! 

What a time! I hope this finds you well and happy :) 

Cheers from DownUnder

Lynda 

 

Tuning In And Turning On To The Invisible: January's Capricorn New Moon

What’s invisible sings, and we bear witness. Rita Dove

Let us be silent that we may hear the whispers of the gods. Ralph Waldo Emerson

Music expresses that which cannot be said and on which it is impossible to be silent. Victor Hugo

The hidden harmony is better than the obvious. Heraclitus

Of course the music is a great difficulty. You see, if one plays good music, people don’t listen, and if one plays bad music people don’t talk. Oscar Wilde

I like the silent church before the service begins, better than any preaching. Ralph Waldo Emerson

Religion’s in the heart, not in the knees. Douglas William Jerrold

It is difficult to produce a television documentary that is both incisive and probing when every twelve minutes one is interrupted by twelve dancing rabbits singing about toilet paper. Rod Serling

Let us go singing as far as we go: the road will be less tedious. Virgil

January's Capricorn new Moon occurs on the evening of the 9th in the United States and on the 10th in Australia. This is a very powerful new Moon and one that will have many ramifications - some great, some not-so-great (as always). 

For a start, we have Venus and Saturn conjunct (together) on some very interesting degrees. Saturn is on Sagittarius 13: A WIDOW'S PAST IS BROUGHT TO LIGHT. This Symbol, especially with Saturn (the Lord of Karma, among other things) on this degree. It speaks about secrets coming out, the revelations of things that have previously been kept under wraps. It can also be about our fears that such things might be brought to the surface, rather than the reality of it actually happening. Saturn here could show us where we keep parts of our lives suppressed, quiet, out-of-bounds. It may show were we have some regret or shame attached to incidents, especially from the past. Add to this the fact that the day before the new Moon, Venus is also on this 'Widow's Secrets' degree. 

Venus, by the time of the new Moon, will have moved onto Sagittarius 14: THE PYRAMIDS AND THE SPHINX. This degree is also very much about the past, sometimes it speaks about the glorifying of it, sometimes it speaks about exploitation, greed and graft. It can also point to an enormous amount of time, energy and resources being poured into creating a business, an empire, a large project, or whatever. It can speak of big business holding down 'the light guy', all the while taking advantage of their hard-earned labour. 

Of course, Venus and Saturn conjunct in Sagittarius can mean more than the above. It can also show where we decide to cut off a relationship, stop a course of action, decide not to associate with particular people any more, start a new diet, a new daily regime, etc. etc. We may find ourselves, or others, a little cold and distant as we sort out what's going on, or, what we want from situations or people. Naturally, others might cut off from us and we may have to wave them goodbye (and, in some cases, good riddance as this might have been coming for some time). 

We have Mercury retrograde in Capricorn during this new Moon period. The degrees of Capricorn 30 and Capricorn 29 are very telling, and, it seems, there's a bit more of the 'secrets' theme going on here. Mercury, at the time of the new Moon, is on Capricorn 30: A SECRET MEETING OF MEN RESPONSIBLE FOR WORLD AFFAIRS, and, soon after the new Moon, it moves back onto Capricorn 29: A WOMEN READING TEA LEAVES. Both of these degrees can have us realising things about our lives, finding insights into our lives and removing some of the 'veils' that previously prevented us from seeing what is really going on. A word or two with a confidante can shed light on all kinds of situations. 

We have a bit of a last gasp of the Uranus/Pluto square that we've been experiencing for the last few years. As the new Moon is very closely aspecting both Uranus and Pluto, we may find issues of freedom vs power coming up - particularly where we give away our freedoms through being overpowered by others. The Sabian Symbols for these planets (see below), also highlight issues of sexuality and being grounded in one's physical body.  

Another, very big, aspect of this new Moon is Jupiter and the Moon's north node conjunct (together on the same degree) on Virgo 24: MARY AND HER WHITE LAMB. This is a very interesting conjunction on a degree that can talk about purity of thought and action, issues to do with race, co-dependence, feelings of belonging, relationships and their boundaries, etc. Religion can come into this too, especially as this is Jupiter in Virgo, expanding the 'I'm right and you are wrong if you think, prey, believe, worship, etc, differently than me'. Mary And Her White Lamb can speak of the Jesus and Mary story for rather obvious reasons. Jupiter and the Moon's node can bring about all kinds of good things - travel, expansion, abundance, new relationships, new possibilities, new horizons, BUT, there can also be arguments and explosions when differing perspectives collide. 

In the days leading up to the new Moon, we have Mercury and Mars squaring off from early Aquarius and early Scorpio. A lot of hectic energy is flying around and we have to remember to stay even during this time. At the time of the new Moon, Mercury and Mars are still squaring each other, but they are separating and the energy will wane somewhat. I was in my local wine shop yesterday, talking to the proprietor. He said he's looking forward to the end of the holidays as so many people land in Avalon Beach (Sydney, Australia) and they are rude, pushy, demanding, etc. He was quite upset as there'd just been a few incidents in the shop involving tourists. I refrained from explaining to him that Mars was just going into Scorpio AND onto Scorpio 1: TOURISTS ON A SIGHT SEEING BUS... life is something of an amazing hologram... extraordinary. 

Here's to more of the good things regarding Jupiter and the node! If you'd like to read up a bit more about Jupiter and the North Node and what's been going on with them recently, you can do so here: 2016: Leaving The Unwanted Behind And Forging New Pathways - Jupiter And The Nodes.  

The new Moon each month marks a time of new beginnings and realisations. It's like a birth after a time of gestation or being 'in the womb'. Here, the light begins to return and we can see new beginnings and possibilities. A new Moon means that the Sun and the Moon are both together - bringing a synergy of their energies together. The new Moon is a perfect time to set your intentions for the future. This period is wonderful for planting seeds of whatever kind. What do you want to manifest in your future? Whether you write it down, sing about it or just hold the thought forms in your mind, doing this at the new Moon can realise some fabulous results around the things that you want to draw into your life. 

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 The New Moon is on Capricorn 20: A HIDDEN CHOIR SINGING DURING A RELIGIOUS SERVICE

This Symbol shows singing, playing or enjoying music, and, also, to be able to pick up on things that others don’t see or hear. The “Hidden Choir” brings songs, or sounds, with messages of salvation and faith. The fact that they are hidden shows something coming out of the background, something subtle, something others may miss. It can be important to be receptive to your feminine, intuitive side, as there are messages to be heard. Realize that you are not alone; there are other people who feel the same things. Watch out for mental noise. The voices of the women heard more through orthodox halls. Do you want to contribute?

Keywords: Background messages. Voices not heard or noticed before. Men, women and the church. Sensitivity to spirituality. Speaking behind closed doors. Voices from "nowhere". Melodies from the past. Choirs, organs and organ music. Channeled voices. Songs, sheet music. Hidden speakers. Clairvoyance.

The Caution: Taking undue credit for group qualities. Keeping the feminine out of the picture. Discriminating against people as not being "spiritual" or finding that some just plain aren't. Background voices telling people how they should live. Using hidden messages to manipulate people, sometimes through guilt. Gossip. Messages that don't make sense. Being afraid to sing.

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The Karmic Degree (the degree before) for the new Moon is Capricorn 19: A CHILD OF ABOUT FIVE CARRYING A HUGE SHOPPING BAG FILLED WITH GROCERIES

Click here to learn more about the Karmic and Quest degrees. 

This Symbol shows having to “Carry” heavy loads, to shoulder responsibilities, do chores and jobs and help others, sometimes because there’s no one else who can or will do it. Often, the “Child” gets these responsibilities because they are the one who others know is going to take it seriously, completing the task, taking care of details. You may feel that you have been burdened with responsibilities beyond normal expectations and possibly beyond your capability. Despite being keen and enthusiastic, you must be careful not to try to take on too much, or do too much, or too quickly. Like a child, you need to play, be creative and rest.

Keywords: Being the one everyone counts on to do the job. Feeling weighed down. Having to carry the "bag". Lifting heavy weights and bearing the consequences. Taking on things above and beyond what one should. Acting the grownup. Maturing quickly. Looking after paperwork. Running errands. Providing food and sustenance for everyone.

The Caution: Overloading the innocent and the inexperienced without thought of the consequences. Taking on too much. Not allowing for fun and carefree activities. Never being "off-duty". Joint, back and shoulder problems. Growing up too fast. Having a serious attitude. Lack of childhood. Dropping the bundle. Carrying the family's responsibilities.

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The Quest Degree for the new Moon is Capricorn 21: A RELAY RACE

This Symbol shows working together in a cooperative venture, to know when to go and when to
 stop, when to take the baton and when to pass it on, and how to pace yourself so you can stay in the “Relay Race”. Each person has to contribute as best they can; some run fast, some have their own talents, some trip you up and cause you to falter. Working together, you can figure out who will help win the race and who wont. Sometimes, victory seems achievable, but you are likely to be a member of a team, with your own special task to perform. You may not be the one who crosses the finish line, but you may, eventually, share in the group effort. Just watch for when it’s your turn and when it isn’t.

Keywords: Shared endeavor. Knowing when to hand on responsibilities. Teamwork. Knowing when to finish. Encouragement and trust. Sharing and cooperation. Inheritances. Timing. Being competitive. Taking turns. Handing on responsibilities. Split second timing. Hand eye coordination. Having an on/off switch.

The Caution: Not letting go of control to another . Feeling defeated through feeling that you don't have the necessary resources to win. Criticism and competitiveness. Acting only for one's best interests. Competitiveness in inter-reactions and conversation. Butting in when others are talking. Expecting others to do all the work or carry responsibilities. Not sharing the glory or the rewards. 

The Moon symbolizes: Emotions, moods, mother, family, clan, domestic issues, relationship to home and country. Feelings, sentiments, nourishment, emotional nurturing, monkey chatter mind, lunar and menstrual cycles, clarity of emotions or lunacy. Female energy - yours and others.

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 Mercury is retrograde on Capricorn 30: A SECRET MEETING OF MEN RESPONSIBLE FOR WORLD AFFAIRS. 

This Symbol shows meeting with others in order to lay out plans; to have “Secret” meetings of people, people that are often VIP’s in some way or, at least, in charge of decisions or governments or empires. The “directors” meet, they conference or just conference call, exchange views, ideas, gossip. There may be decisions to be made or plans to be laid out. Do you make all your decisions on your own, or do you need help? You can often call on the relevant knowledgeable friends or authorities, as you’re bound to know them or how to meet them, and you'll iron out the details. Sometimes, however, you may feel shut out by those "in charge".

Keywords: Sharing innermost secrets. Confidential information. Masterly control. Big guys calling the shots. Being too busy to see people of "lesser" importance in your life. Rationing time. Governments and secrets. Spies. Privy Councils. Planning and plotting. Having a say in things. Doors. Whispers. Records of meetings. Important meetings. Boards of directors and secretaries. Conspiracies.

The Caution: Excluding some. Exploiting people or situations. Elitism. Being controlled by those above. Decisions made behind closed doors. Dark rooms and huddled people talking. Concealing the truth from others. Cliques and committees. Suspicions of motives.

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The Karmic Degree for Mercury is Capricorn 29: A WOMAN READING TEA LEAVES

This Symbol shows being able to see things that others miss or using the intuition in order to receive the gifts that divination can bring. While others just see something simple like a tea cup, you can have the ability to weave a story for yourself and others about how life will, or can, be. One has to put aside skepticism and embrace trust and intuitive knowing in order to be able to listen to the messages that are around. Be open to seeing meaning through the catalyst of the simplest of everyday events. You will receive messages, if you are open to 'seeing' the signs. You may have to deal with skeptical people.

Keywords: Symbolism opening pathways to the spiritual center. Seeing the signs. Seeing signatures in small things that others miss. Intuition and clairvoyance. Creative visualization. Tea leaves and coffee grinds. Non verbal cues. Rituals. Tea and sympathy. Fathoming the depths of simple things. Predicting the future. Seeking guidance and changes of fortune.

The Caution: Reliance on superstition or esoteric advice. Constantly seeking assurance. Taking things literally, not symbolically. Looking for answers or significance everywhere. Small rewards for talents that should be more respected.

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The Quest Degree for Mercury is Aquarius 1: AN OLD ADOBE MISSION IN CALIFORNIA  

This Symbol shows a safe and comfortable place to live, work, pray and practice our spiritual lives. The “Old Adobe Missions” were built with a great deal of effort, sacrifice, commitment, and a sense of community with one eye on the path and the other on the very real everyday needs of the people it serves. Sometimes we assume our beliefs are right and that others need to be shown the truth. Efforts should be turned to creating infrastructures to pursue these beliefs. Relating is not about control, but acceptance and reverence of each person's divinity. There should be no pretensions, but a forging of links to new worlds.

Keywords: Spiritual retreats in natural surroundings. Finding new areas to work with spirit. Creating civilization out of natural elements. Hard work to create places of sanctuary and learning. Places once revered now tourist attractions. Forging links to new worlds. Missions and missionaries. Bringing faith to the "new world". Brotherhoods. Places that house and protect.

The Caution: Dogmatism. Pushing beliefs and ideas on others. Believing one's spiritual and religious beliefs contain all the answers. Taking over others' lives. Moving in and taking control. Monuments to the past sagging and fading. People moving in on others. Cults. Indoctrination.

Mercury symbolizes: Mind, thought, communication, memory, expression, intelligence. News, exchanges, chatting, conversations, short journeys, connections with others, telephones, emails, siblings, neighbors, the reasoning mind. Day-to-day activities. Cars, keys, small animals. 

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 Venus is on Sagittarius 14: A VAST PANORAMA OF SAND AND TIME IS UNFOLDING; THE PYRAMIDS AND THE SPHINX IN THEIR GLORY RISE BEFORE THE EYE - this degree can be about big business and the building of it. 

Nobody even knows what a "henge" is. Eddie Izzard—on Stonehenge

This degree shows the power and strength of history and grandeur, along with issues to do with spiritual mysteries and intellectual records and the building of grand monuments and empires. An interest in ancient civilizations often comes with this degree or there may be the desire, or need, to establish some type of monument, or perhaps work at it or worship it. You may be working at building an empire, yours or another's as this often implies pyramid selling and large economic structures. You may need a tour guide and a map and the determination to build things in exact measurements.

Keywords: Ancient histories and mysteries. The power of the past affecting today's world. Spiritual ancestry. Mysteries that enrich. Decoding. Magicians and prophets. Secret messages or tricks of perception? Majestic properties. Riddles. Ingenuity. Plans and the executing of them. Egyptian things. Levels of power. Pyramid marketing. Taxes. The rich versus the poor. The American monetary system. World finances. The World Trade Centre. Masonic mysteries. Cement, sand, plaster. Tools. Architects. Builders. 

The Caution: Treasures robbed by the greedy. Monuments that belittle other, lesser achievements. Aloofness through perceived superiority. Proclaiming treasures from the past more worthy, or grander, than present perceptions allow. Slave labor. Anonymity of the masses.  

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The Karmic Degree for Venus is Sagittarius 13: A WIDOW'S PAST IS BROUGHT TO LIGHT

This Symbol implies revealing issues, secrets or problems from the “Past”, so they can be dealt with. There are issues which will be “Brought to Light”. Perhaps your past catches up with you, or, people in your family or circle of friends have stories, histories, deeds, acts or personalities that need to be handled with care and tact. There is often a healing as things that have been kept ‘closeted’ lose some of their charge when they come into the light of day. Although you, or others, may be in a reasonably sympathetic position in the eyes of others, some may not like what is revealed. Bring issues to 'Light' where they can be healed, forgiven and, hopefully, forgotten.

Keywords: Unveiling and exposing—or creating a new and vibrant beginning. Getting rid of yesterday's darkness. Looking back to revision attitudes. Being freed for new opportunities. The "scales" falling from one's eyes. Reasons as to why relationships have failed. Remembering. Past life memories. Things being found or discovered. Wills. Inheritances. Death certificates. Burying the past. Pensions. Insurance policies.

The Caution: Old stories best forgotten. Dead-end feelings hanging around. Gossip and family secrets that hurt and otherwise cause harm. Feelings rehashed detrimental to stability. Someone being caught out. Bearing the weight of secrets.

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The Quest Degree for Venus is Sagittarius 15: THE GROUND HOG LOOKING FOR ITS SHADOW ON GROUND HOG DAY

This Symbol shows signs and predictions to give you insights into the future. The solutions to your questions are often close by and easy to perceive and based in your normal life and relationships. By looking at past experience, you may find the signs, however, there’s a need to look closely at what’s happening as you could find yourself on a kind of merry-go-round; waking up each day to the same dilemma, question or problem. Don't try to read too much into situations, but do take a good look at how you come across in relation to other people. Do you keep repeating the same mistakes? Perhaps you help others get over their past, freeing them up for having a better, brighter future.

Keywords: Looking back, reading the signs. Divination and other systems of inquiry. Seeing society as being to blame. People having a good look at how they seem to others. Wondering how others perceive you and picture you. Prophets that can tell the "weather" ahead of time. Predictions. Prognosticating. Welcoming an early spring. Scrutinizing objectives and possible outcomes. Looking to nature for clues.

The Caution: Being scared to act without some message of confirmation. People (or society) looking for someone else to blame for conditions. Relying on the same solutions without consideration of changes. Blizzards and the cold.

Venus symbolizes: Relatedness, cooperation, what attracts you. The experience of sweetness, beauty or delight. Social interactions, love, friends, how you reach out to people. Feminine persona, relationship with mother and females. Money, possessions, sense of values.

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Mars is on Scorpio 4: A YOUTH HOLDING A LIGHTED CANDLE IN A DEVOTIONAL RITUAL GAINS A SENSE OF THE GREAT 'OTHER WORLD'

This Symbol shows a sense of faith and wide-eyed innocence that draws spiritual experiences in, sometimes in rather unexpected ways. There's a feeling of reverence here, along with ritual and ceremony. The “Candle” depicts the light that illuminates one's consciousness and “A Youth” implies a young person, perhaps doing an apprenticeship or an aspirant on the path to spiritual self-actualization. The “Youth” gets a glimpse into spirit, into the hidden side of life, perhaps having clairvoyant visions or getting goose-bumps from moments when the veil between the two worlds seems very thin. Rituals of all shapes and sizes and simple rays of hope give you spiritual strength. Light a candle and affirm your intentions.

Keywords: Simple ideals. Ceremonies that are pure and uncomplicated. Affirming intention to the path. The light of consciousness. Shining a light that brings understanding of things on the spiritual level. Spiritualist meetings. Feeling overwhelmed. Enlightenment. Wide - eyed innocence and wonder. Sexual experiments leading to transcendence. Potency. Devotion to ritual. Expansion of psychic talents.

The Caution: Naive reliance on insincere promises. Feeling like someone is too young to be of any worth. False feelings of reverence and enlightenment. Placebos. Hallucinogens.

Mars symbolizes: : Drive, determination or agenda, how you get to your goals. How you express and handle anger, ambition, assertion of self and ability to step forward. The male principle, sexuality, the ability to step up to the plate when one needs to. Fight or flight.

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 Jupiter is on Virgo 24: MARY AND HER WHITE LAMB

This Symbol can show purity of motive and pure and wonderful relationships and friendships. However, it can also point to dependence or codependence where people can't stand to be separate. Hence, relationships may need to be assessed to see how healthy they actually are. The need for constant reassurance that everything is OK can be wearing and put a strain on those involved. Keeping a sense of innocence and purity will lift you up and out of any problems. Be loving and be there for others, but don't let things get out of hand as you could find yourself sewn at the hip with another and not able to get any free time for yourself.

Keywords: Simple childlike innocence or pure escapism. Naivety. The Mary and Jesus story. Dependence. Kindness. Friendship. Bonds between pets and owners. Believing in the essential goodness of others. Hanging out with people. Looking out for someone. Cuteness. The urge to prove something. Dislike of dirt or grime. Being 'addicted' to someone or something.

The Caution: Naiveté. Avoiding real issues. Stalking. Overprotection. Doubting motives. Paranoia that someone is following you. Feeling lost without the other. Doe-eyed attraction. Clinging to people. Arousing jealousy through favoritism. Not leaving people alone. Checking people's whereabouts. Not growing up. Being the black sheep.

Jupiter symbolizes: The big picture, expansion, exploration, aspirations, religious and philosophical ideals, issues to do with traveling, foreign lands, people and traditions, culture, education, generosity, luck, abundance, support, optimism. Insight through knowledge and wisdom.

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 Saturn is on Sagittarius 13: A WIDOW'S PAST IS BROUGHT TO LIGHT

This Symbol implies revealing issues, secrets or problems from the “Past”, so they can be dealt with. There are issues which will be “Brought to Light”. Perhaps your past catches up with you, or, people in your family or circle of friends have stories, histories, deeds, acts or personalities that need to be handled with care and tact. There is often a healing as things that have been kept ‘closeted’ lose some of their charge when they come into the light of day. Although you, or others, may be in a reasonably sympathetic position in the eyes of others, some may not like what is revealed. Bring issues to 'Light' where they can be healed, forgiven and, hopefully, forgotten.

Keywords: Unveiling and exposing—or creating a new and vibrant beginning. Getting rid of yesterday's darkness. Looking back to revision attitudes. Being freed for new opportunities. The "scales" falling from one's eyes. Reasons as to why relationships have failed. Remembering. Past life memories. Things being found or discovered. Wills. Inheritances. Death certificates. Burying the past. Pensions. Insurance policies.

The Caution: Old stories best forgotten. Dead-end feelings hanging around. Gossip and family secrets that hurt and otherwise cause harm. Feelings rehashed detrimental to stability. Someone being caught out. Bearing the weight of secrets.

Saturn symbolizes: Authority, rules, discipline and obligation The heavy stuff. What we fear, loss, karma, aging, the establishment, orthodoxy, tradition, status, the concept of time, walls, boundaries, limits, older people, restrictions, patience, conquering difficulties.

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 Uranus is on Aries 17: TWO PRIM SPINSTERS SITTING TOGETHER IN SILENCE

This Symbol shows that quiet withdrawal might be just what you need. However, it is easy to become isolated in conservative, albeit moral, ideas. You may find that there is only a select, restricted group with whom you wish to associate. There can be a quiet knowing that does not need a lot of words or emotional displays. Just be wary that this false sense of security doesn't isolate you from change and growth. Unresolved issues can lead to stunted emotional responses. Look for opportunities to open up to new possibilities.

Keywords: The need to loosen up emotional blockages. The struggle to hold onto one's original identity. Compromise because of social expectations. Meditations that communicate. Exclusive relationships. Relationships that have a quiet "knowing". Dignified silence. Inner withdrawal. Communicating through body language.

The Caution: Emotional isolation. Refusing to accept relationship. Pretending to be someone that one is not. Disapproval of younger, more vital energies. Being fussy and judgmental. Chattering that is not conducive to growth or true relating. Gossip. Difficulty in communicating. Being shut off, or shutdown. The loss of joy and spontaneity.

Uranus symbolizes: The unexpected, things that are individual or 'different'. Charged, energetic dynamics, electricity, light, lightning bolts, sudden changes, those who live on the fringe of society. Sudden turns and twists of fate. Rebellion, surprises, liberation, freedom.

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 Neptune is on Pisces 8: A GIRL BLOWING A BUGLE

This shows sounding the call, rallying people together, knowing when to speak or “Blow a Bugle” to awaken others, to wake up to realities going on in the world, join some cause, etc. Perhaps you feel the need to wake up those around you, or, perhaps be woken yourself. When situations get bogged down in emotional or rational complexity and everyone just needs to be rallying and going for the objective, you may be the one to let everyone know. Sometimes this Symbol can show someone who makes a lot of noise; justified or unjustified and they can get people moving. Using simple, receptive innocence will get situations back on track.

Keywords: Sounding the call. Awakening all to action. Going on and on about something. Loudspeakers, telephones, announcements. Being prepared to state one's case. Calling attention to one's self. Blowing your own trumpet. Whistleblowers. Heralding and proclaiming the dawn. Rise and shine! Girls in a man's world. Leading the charge. Resurrection. Mass announcements. Advertising campaigns. Alarm clocks. Ear plugs. Blind folds. Break the fast. Proclamations.

The Caution: Making unwarranted and disturbing noise. Showing off. Unbalanced messages. Evangelists and politicians. Sounding the call but not making the grade. Being annoying. Trumpeting about one's achievements. Not listening to people.

Neptune symbolizes: Mystical, "out there," spirituality and con artists. Dreams, mysteries, mystics and religious issues. Intuition, clairvoyance, seeing into the invisible. Addictive, chaotic, charming, deceptive, illusory, co dependent, sensory awareness.

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 Pluto is on Capricorn 16: SCHOOL GROUNDS FILLED WITH BOYS AND GIRLS IN GYMNASIUM SUITS

This degree shows being vibrant and alive and in the physical body with enthusiasm and excitement about life and the future. The “Gymnasium Suits” shows the need to get active and to stay active, to have time in your life to drop into the physical body and enjoy it. If you've been neglecting your physical well-being, it is good to re-establish that affinity with your vitality. Spontaneous enthusiasm and the joy of being 'alive' can regenerate and revive and bring about carefree contact with like minded people. The trick is to bring some form of physical discipline into your life while enjoying it and not feeling forced to do what you don’t want to do.

Keywords: Developing muscular coordination. Sexual energy, attraction or satisfaction. Playing, marching, competition, rivalry. Singing songs of unity. New anthems for the young. The search for identity. Being able to accomplish things on the physical level. Physical fitness. Uniforms and uniformity. Gymnasiums. Exercise equipment. Conscription. Being one of many. Learning how to get along with the opposite sex. Bodybuilding. Level playing fields. Children and health issues. 

The Caution: Physical showing off for sexual attention. Relationships based on purely physical or sexual attraction. Having to do things that one isn't capable of physically doing. Not joining in.

Pluto symbolizes: Unconscious motivations, depth psychology, history. Sex, procreation at a deep level, intensity, profound emotions, taking hold of one's power. Being king or queen of one's underworld. Strength, survival mode instincts. Big money. Big power. The Plutocracy. Power vs power struggles. 

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Chiron is on Pisces 18: IN A HUGE TENT A FAMOUS REVIVALIST CONDUCTS HIS MEETING WITH A SPECTACULAR PERFORMANCE

This shows hearing or delivering important messages, decrees or rules for living, making sense of spiritual instruction, seeing who’s an authority worth listening to and who’s not. Seeing through false intentions or messages could be one of your objectives now. You may need to organize and stage a display to promote, teach or disseminate, bringing a feeling of community in a common goal. With the power to influence or sway groups of people, there needs to be a feeling of moderation and the ability to listen as well as speak. This can, however, picture situations of hysteria or overstating one's case. Is the audience listening? Is the cause just?

Keywords: Energy and inspiration. Evangelism. Whipped up emotions. Having a lot to say. Being instructional and dogmatic about how things should be. Being in charge. Ecstasy. Loud voices. Conversations that are said out loud. Acoustics affecting sounds. Preaching. Mind control. Performing. Political, religious and spiritual activism. Showmanship. Transformative experiences. Captivated audiences. The media circus.

The Caution: Using spiritualism for greedy financial gain. Overblown feelings of one's abilities. Big egos. Hysteria. People whipped-up and manipulated by those in charge. Having the agenda of controlling others. Feeling that one has all the answers. Getting het-up about ideals and beliefs. Manipulation and exploitation. Bigotry.

Chiron symbolizes: Our wounds and it is known as The Wounded Healer, it also shows The Stories That We Tell Ourselves, it is where we have to focus on healing, it can show things that are out of shape or misplaced or in need of repair.

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 The Moon's North Node is on Virgo 24: MARY AND HER WHITE LAMB

This Symbol can show purity of motive and pure and wonderful relationships and friendships. However, it can also point to dependence or codependence where people can't stand to be separate. Hence, relationships may need to be assessed to see how healthy they actually are. The need for constant reassurance that everything is OK can be wearing and put a strain on those involved. Keeping a sense of innocence and purity will lift you up and out of any problems. Be loving and be there for others, but don't let things get out of hand as you could find yourself sewn at the hip with another and not able to get any free time for yourself.

Keywords: Simple childlike innocence or pure escapism. Naivety. The Mary and Jesus story. Dependence. Kindness. Friendship. Bonds between pets and owners. Believing in the essential goodness of others. Hanging out with people. Looking out for someone. Cuteness. The urge to prove something. Dislike of dirt or grime. Being 'addicted' to someone or something.

The Caution: Naiveté. Avoiding real issues. Stalking. Overprotection. Doubting motives. Paranoia that someone is following you. Feeling lost without the other. Doe-eyed attraction. Clinging to people. Arousing jealousy through favoritism. Not leaving people alone. Checking people's whereabouts. Not growing up. Being the black sheep.

The Moon's North Node symbolizes: This is known as quite a 'karmic point' (although all planets and points in a chart can be'karmic'). One's destiny in this life. The things you are meant to integrate, move towards, become. Destined relationships and relationship issues can show up here.

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 The Moon's South Node is on Pisces 24: THE TINY ISLAND SEEMS LOST IN THE BROAD OCEAN, BUT ITS HAPPY INHABITANTS HAVE CREATED A GREAT WORLD ALL THEIR OWN

This shows living with others, sharing the same space or efforts to create a happy life. The people pictured all live together and have “Created a Great World All Their Own”. No matter how well people get along, people still have to compromise and give and take in order to sustain good community relations. Drawn together by similar hopes and ambitions it is ironic that sometimes compromise is the only way to successful coexistence. Making the most of what is available, even though it is restrictive, will help dispel any feelings of being cut off and isolated. Who are you comfortable sharing your space with? Who would you have sharing your desert island?

Keywords: Adaptability and cohabitation. People jammed in. Seeking others of like mind. Knowing a lot of people. Always considering others. Noise and light pollution. Feeling like new blood is needed in order to grow and flourish. Coexistence. Apartments. Living together. People moving in.

The Caution: Cutting off from those around. Not having enough privacy—or space. Things being kept too "all in the family". No chance to be alone. Pollution and garbage. Crowding out people. Loneliness even amongst many. Being deserted and lost.

The Moon's South Node symbolizes: Past karmic patterns to be overcome, can be habits that are good, but can describe things, relationships, issues that you need to let go of, or, hold you back from manifesting your true destiny. Relationships that feel karmic and difficult, memories from the past.

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Here's To New Beginnings, A New Awareness And New Realities: The Full Moon Of Christmas Day

When the cat’s away the mouse will play. Proverb

It’s not the size of the dog in the fight; it’s the size of the fight in the dog. Mark Twain

When the mouse laughs at the cat there is a hole nearby. Nigerian Proverb

The cat in gloves catches no mice. Benjamin Franklin

When Goliath came against the Israelites, the soldiers all thought, “He’s so big we can never kill him.” But David looked at the same giant and thought, “He’s so big, I can’t miss.” Ode to Joy

Kitty heaven is mousy hell. Anon

The lion and the calf will lay down together, but the calf won’t get much sleep. Woody Allen

The mouse is a magician with only one trick: it can cast an illusion that it is as big as an elephant. Jessica MacBeth 

The Cancerian full Moon falls smack on Christmas Day, on December 25, this year. It's an interesting occurrence, and one that can have feelings, emotions and responses heightened, in some cases to the point of argument, but there can also be a strong sense of family unity. It depends on how things unfold in individual cases. The Sabian Symbol is one of A Cat Arguing With A Mouse, and this could show arguments, bickering, feeling picked on, being the odd-one-out, having a sense of ill-ease and having to watch one's p's and q's. It could, though, show a strong sense of social cohesion where we can mark a victory of sorts to have got through some difficult, compelling or challenging time and having come out on top. There is no need for this to mean actual arguments amongst family, although for a great many, that is exactly what it will bring about (on some level). Some issues can be avoided, or swept under the carpet. Some need to faced head-on. 

I have made a Daily Rave audio of my observations of both the Solstice and Christmas astrological placements. You can listen to it - click here. 

I also made a youtube video about this time. You can watch it here - click here. 

Plus, I made a youtube video about my readings. You can watch it here - click here.

Amassing Resources, Moving Forward And Getting Those Plans Into Action: December's Sagittarian New Moon

It wasn’t raining when Noah built the ark. Howard Ruff

The rich man has his ice in the summer and the poor man gets his in the winter. Scottish Proverb

Some people are making such thorough plans for rainy days that they aren’t enjoying today’s sunshine. William Feather

Discover a well before you are thirsty. Chinese Proverb

A penny saved is a penny earned. Proverb

For age and want save while you may: no morning sun lasts a whole day. Romanian Proverb

They that have got a good store of butter may lay it thick on their bread. Romanian Proverb

If I had 8 hours to chop down a tree, I’d spend 6 sharpening my axe. Abraham Lincoln

In the depth of winter, I finally learned that within me there lay an invincible summer. Albert Camus

I am a little later than usual with this new Moon posting. Please do remember that the effects of the new Moon last into the future - it's not all over with a bang the minute the new Moon (or the full Moon for that matter) occurs.

 

I also want to share with you that, yesterday, I attended a ceremony in Sydney where my daughter, Jess, was a finalist for a major Australian Human Rights Award - that is such a Sagittarian ideal. It was a wonderful occasion to celebrate human rights. So much more needs to be done on this front, but, it is good to gather together to enjoy and celebrate the efforts that ARE being made by those who are committed to it. 

 

The Sagittarius new Moon occurs on December 11. It is an interesting lunation, and full of all kinds of messages.

Filling Our Hearts With Love And Appreciation: Cupid's Knocking On The Gemini Full Moon

I saw mummy kissing Santa Claus underneath the mistletoe last night. Tommie Connor

Love is like the wild rose-briar; Friendship like the holly-tree. The holly is dark when the rose-briar blooms, But which will bloom most constantly? Emily Bronte

A good conscience is a continual Christmas. Benjamin Franklin

At Christmas play and make good cheer, For Christmas comes but once a year. Thomas Tusser

Heap on the wood!The wind is chill;But let it whistle as it will,We'll keep our Christmas merry still. Sir Walter Scott

Do not indulge in dreams of having what you have not, but reckon up the chief of the blessings you do possess, and then thankfully remember how you would crave for them if they were not yours. Marcus Aurelius

Gratitude paints little smiley faces on everything it touches. Richelle E. Goodrich

November's Gemini full Moon occurs on November 26 in Australia and November 25 in the US, right before Thanksgiving. It is a rather intense, meaningful and rather Saturnian full Moon as Saturn sits right between the Sun and Mercury and opposes the full Moon. Saturn is also in a square aspect with Neptune, and this is the first of three exact squares of these two quite divergent planetary energies that will happen over the next year. The Saturn/Neptune square is set to bring up issues to do with our dreams and visions and we may find ourselves having to realign with real possibilities, real situations, realities on every level. 

Drawing Aside The Curtains That Closed The Entrance To A Sacred Pathway: November's Scorpio New Moon

All is mystery; but he is a slave who will not struggle to penetrate the dark veil. Benjamin Disraeli

Blow the dust off the clock. Your watches are behind the times. Throw open the heavy curtains which are so dear to you-you do not even suspect that the day has already dawned outside. Alexander Solzhenitsyn

Who’s not sat tense before his own heart’s curtain? Rainer Maria Rilke

The first step toward change is awareness. The second step is acceptance. Nathaniel Branden

Of what use is the veil if you are going to dance? Hindu Proverb

Happiness is nothing but everyday living seen through a veil. Zora Neale Hurston

There was a door to which I found no key: There was the veil through which I might not see. Omar Khayyam

Dance me through the curtains that our kisses have outworn. Leonard Cohen

November's Scorpio new Moon occurs on November 12 in Australia and November 11 in the United States. This new Moon contains some very powerful energy, and, it seems, that many issues, situations and people's lives are right on the brink of something brand new. Certainly, the old is shedding, and, sometimes it's at such a brisk rate that it can leave us a bit disoriented. As we head further down into the Rabbit Hole, we may find ourselves in a whole new understanding of the nature of reality and how we fit into that picture. That movie that we call our lives.