Full Moon Lunar eclipse on the 17th, at 24 Aquarius conjunct Neptune, to start this fortnight, with some impact. North Node and Chiron close by, and in opposition to the Sun and South Node Leo. Mars squares Pluto on the Galactic Center and Mercury, Venus and Saturn in Virgo trine Jupiter in Capricorn. As mentioned, last fortnight, the theme is healing, spirit, and dropping the small will for the greater good. Your desires may fall by the wayside, as what becomes truly important, is revealed to you, through meetings with new and old friends. Everything has a sense of fate, about it. Venus, Earth Goddess is enforcing change through grounded and practical communication. The feminine is very strong at this time, and is leading us into the new paradigm, with grace. Mars the lower octave or trigger of Pluto, is demanding and enforcing transformation. This is the time to let go of old beliefs, which are holding you in 3D reality, while the cosmos is calling you to become a galactic resident. The mind holds you almost a prisoner with its’ relentless barrage of doubt, criticism, fear and worry. Let go, and use the energy to reform yourself; think positively, and be the change you have been waiting for. Give those old thoughts, none of your valuable time. We all sit around, waiting for someone else to make the first move, when it is within each and every one of us to step boldly into our designated roles, as earth carers.
FULL MOON 24 Aquarius 21 August 17, 2008 5:18 a.m.
ARIES : Mars moves into Libra on the 19th. Libra, being your opposite sign tends to disrupt things for you, just to bring things into balance again. Seems like a bit of a contradiction, and that’s often how life works, no? So be prepared then, for your actions to be thwarted and for others, to be demanding more of your attention. With the square to Pluto, transformation, which always involves letting go of something, will be at the forefront. Time to move forward, as with everyone, on your spiritual journey. Leave the past behind you now.
TAURUS : Venus and Mercury communicating practical ideas on growth, within your relationships. The intimate and not so intimate, will all be changing structure, as you heal the wounds of the past. Illusions are being dissolved and the willful you, is giving way, to a more understanding, kind and compassionate self. There is no point demanding that others change, when you are unwilling to do the changing yourself. Saturn, has been riding you and that is a good thing, as it has you taking responsibility for your actions.
GEMINI : Mercury in Virgo, is very organized, and almost obsessive, as it teams up with Pluto at the end of the fortnight. Some emotional outbursts could be on the cards, as the pressure of the month is released. So much has transpired, that you may need to let off steam, in a verbal fashion. You could find an outlet, that is non-threatening to others. You could try singing, or harmonics, rather than abusive behavior. There could also be an overload, on the mental processes, so take it easy on yourself.
CANCER : There will be some triggers from your environment, which will make you think that the blame lays outside yourself. Better to not entertain this idea, as it will only cause you grief and prolong the process of your healing. Use this opportunity to bring everything home, and address it within your own mind, and see the thoughts that you have projected outside. There comes a point in the human evolution, where all victimhood is surrendered. You are a powerful creator, and only your thinking stands in the way.
LEO : The Sun graciously moves out of your sign on the 23rd, which marks the better part of this fortnight as your terrain. As she makes a trine with Pluto on her exit, anything, is possible. All power to you, basically. Perhaps you will do a Madonna re-invent; discarding the old persona, for a new one. This birthday, marks the beginning of a momentous year, whichever way you choose to look at it. Be prepared for big changes, which will bear results within the next six to nine months. Life changes, which will redirect the course of your current existence.
VIRGO : As the Sun moves into Virgo, we will have four planets in your sign for a few days, and the New Moon at the very end of the month. Thankfully, people will be getting you, for a change. What a welcome relief, that will be. A great time to forge ahead, with your own projects. Setting goals, making plans and endless lists, of things to do, enabling you to utilize this potent energy. Make hay while the Sun shines, and she is most certainly doing just that. Jupiter and Saturn, adding their structure and luck to the pot.
LIBRA : Mars is adding a little passion to your life. Venus your ruler, along with Saturn and Mercury in the very earthy sign of Virgo, makes for a very sensual encounter. This is earth bound love, with a definite purpose in mind, and that is to relieve you of the burdens of past relating. This is the time for change and growth. Steady and unencumbered. A letting go, with forgiveness, once and for all, the dramas. which are no longer a part of your agenda. Maturity and responsibility is called for here.
SCORPIO : As I’ve previously mentioned, Pluto is getting a bit of a workout this fortnight. With a square to Mars, trine to the Sun and then another square to Mercury/Venus, at months end. Some interesting scenarios playing out, in your life, no doubt. Mars triggering the issue of sexuality, and the Sun shining on your identity, and of course, the relationship demands, which are quite precise and articulate, possibly creating some tension, in your desires verses your needs. Sometimes, what we desire and what we have, are two very different things. What are you going to do?
SAGITTARIUS : Jupiter is holding you in a steady pattern, with your relationship wants and values. Growth is steady, and your are looking at partnership, from the angle of practicality. Where is the romance, you may well ask. Thankfully Mars in Libra, is throwing a poetic caste over proceedings. If things, are feeling a little dry, and lacking the thrill of adventure, perhaps you had better get yourself some good novels and movies to watch. There are periods in life, when it feels like nose to the grindstone, and this is one of them.
CAPRICORN : Saturn forging ahead in Virgo, at some point, will be making contact with your Capricorn, if it hasn’t already done so. A fellow earth sign, as I’ve mentioned previously, allows you the opportunity to make huge forward strides in your life. Patiently laying the groundwork, for a future, very different from your past. Learning from past errors, you now apply new ideas and technology, which will allow you more freedom to do those things, which are closer to your heart. Those things, which gave you a true sense of value.
AQUARIUS : A big fortnight/month for you. This fortnight sees you winding down the events, which have radically altered your day to day life. Many experienced connections from the past and much healing has transpired, although often it is only in hindsight, that we get to appreciate the true value, of these certain periods of growth. This current pattern of evolution, is taking you through a healing journey, which is leading you directly back to connection with your very essence. Through this, your interconnectedness, is undeniable.
PISCES : Neptune in Aquarius, a part of the stellium(group of Planets), involved in the healing configuration, brings a sense of fated meetings to your life. It is like, your very soul is asking you to grow now. To take a step up to the plate, and fulfill your promises. Let your intuition be your guiding light, as you face new and old encounters. The skins have been shed, and this is not the time to pick up old personalities. Continue to be vulnerable, and allow your authentic self, to lead the way. Any attempts to establish, a previous ego identity, will be thwarted.
