The sun continues to wind her way through Libra keeping the peace as she goes. She is joined by Mercury on the 10th and Venus on the 15th. Saturn also making a debut in that sign, at the end of the month, after spending two years in Virgo. Remember though, that the early degrees of Libra create a square with Pluto, which was strongly marked by the equinox sun. Keeping the peace is thwarted by Pluto’s need to destroy the old order; to bring down old structures in preparation for the regeneration process. Jupiter goes direct in Aquarius on the 13th and Mars enters Leo on the 16th. Mars will spend a longer than normal stint in Leo, which includes a three month retrograde period, from the end of December. This fortnight is the end of the Virgo moon cycle, which began just before the equinox. The new moon is on the 18th, at 25 degrees Libra. So much was set in motion during September, with the Uranus/Saturn opposition, and Pluto squaring the equinox sun. It’s like living with one wobbly foot in the old world, and one in the new. One minute, you are feeling all optimistic and secure, and the next, apprehensive and very vulnerable. Let the pendulum swing, and maintain your equilibrium in the the trust that all is in divine order. Fall into the natural rhythm of nature, wherever and whenever possible. Structure your life in such a way that you have adequate time to rest, to quiet your mind and your life, and fall into your heart.
NEW MOON 24 Libra 59 October 18, 2009 1:34 p.m.
ARIES: Mars’ transition into Leo marks a time of rapid transformation in your life. After these last weeks of drudgery, this brings enough challenges to keep you feeling motivated and alive. Although the heavens are devoid of planets, in fire signs, apart from Mars, you will be able to keep yourself adequately juiced up for the necessary adjustments you need to make in your life. Some of you will make radical departures, either in your profession or your relationships; and for some it will be both.
TAURUS: When Venus transits from Virgo to Libra, the shift is pivotal to all that you hold dear to your own heart. If you are being confronted with the prospect of loss, then it is probably a good time to set, at least your own, emotions straight, with regard to the primary relationships in your life. There is no place for a wounded ego here. Reacting from a place of hurt is only going to prolong conflict and misunderstanding. Bite the bullet and speak it as it is, and allow the chips to fall where they may.
GEMINI: Mercury’s square to Pluto, as she enters Libra, marks a two and half week period of setting straight all the ambiguous areas of communication currently afflicting your life. Pluto tends to be a bit dry and Mercury a bit flowery - what a combination to discern your way through. Perhaps try first the facts; at least from your own perspective, then allow the other person their slant on things, and from there, find the common ground. Somewhere, in the middle, there is a point of peace and harmony.
CANCER: Time to bid farewell to Mars, as he exits your sign with a flourish. These past weeks have been supportive of your maternal instincts. The move now may be more towards, self interests. How to take care of yourself, while caring for others. At the end of the day, you are happiest when you are in relationship. The glitch comes when you give too much of yourself, and start to feel a tad out of sorts, and cranky. A little moderation here is called for. Balance your life, so everyone wins.
LEO: You can access a great deal of energy for yourself right now. Use it in ways that support your long-term goals. Although the temptation is to get a quick fix of whatever, it is better to stick with the plan. Time moves rapidly, and what may have seemed like an eternity away soon becomes a reality. Patience is required in bucketfuls. Let yourself also be motivated in new and innovative ways. The time to implement new solutions to old problems is now at hand. Be a forerunner in your field.
VIRGO: Living out of fear is no solution to the current life challenges. Although you have been hurt in the past, you can and will heal. Relationship is the arena for this healing, and keeping it at arm’s length is no longer an option. There is now a significant other in your life who is willing and mature enough to walk with you through the maze of past mistakes and misunderstandings. This is the opportunity you have been praying for. Step with courage then, directly into your fear.
LIBRA: The sun teams up with Jupiter Chiron and Neptune this fortnight, marking a time of rapid healing for you. As Mercury re-enters your sign and Venus moves in afresh, there is a renewed interest in your career path and relationship. What has been placed on hold over the past weeks is now invigorated with fresh energy and enthusiasm, ready for a new attempt. Pluto is asking for strategy and planning, after the initial phase, for releasing the past and its mistakes. Forgiveness is in order.
SCORPIO: I guess you get the gist of it by now. Pluto, your ruler, is being seriously confronted on all issues pertaining to relating and harmonizing. You may have the urge to destroy all things nice, however this may not be your best or only option. Peacemaking is at times called for, or you could risk the loss of those you love the most. Be willing to compromise and see another’s point of view. If you let your stubbornness or your ego get in the way, you will only regret it later.
SAGITTARIUS: Jupiter, about to turn direct, places you in a position to be at the leading edge of the current changes. With the ability to think quickly, and to adjust and adapt to changes, you are in the right place at apparently the right time. Spending more one-on-one time is a part of the current play of events also. Although this restricts your physical movement somewhat, you are still able to effect changes, in many and varied arenas. Your special gifts and talents are finally being recognized.
CAPRICORN: As Saturn moves out of Virgo, where it has been comfortably sitting for the past two years (apart from the Uranus oppositions) and moves into Libra at the end of the month, you will notice an abrupt change to the plans for your life. Or to put it another way, an abrupt beginning to the plans you have been formulating. Making its first square to Pluto mid-November is when you will really begin to see the manifestation of your equinox (September) dreams.
AQUARIUS: Things stay relatively the same for now with the added momentum that a forward Jupiter in your sign brings this fortnight. Growth, expansion, luck and change; possibly the opportunity to implement the visions and understandings, which came your way during the September Uranus/Saturn opposition. Remember, we are midway in a process that goes beyond 2012. There are no fast acting solutions to any problems, apart from returning to your natural or divine state, at any given moment.
PISCES: Neptune dancing in formation with Uranus, in mutual reception (in each others’ signs), creates an amazing portal for spiritual visions, dreams, and inspiration now. Probably a good time to leave the mundane world to its own devices, or allow others to take care of the details and be your mystical self. Share your insights with others, as what you are gifted with could well be the solution to current discordance. Take solitude, if that’s what is needed, for clarity. The opinion of others only serves to confuse.
