Astro Report: Gemini Season

Sun into Gemini: May 20th at 1:31pm.
New Moon in Gemini: Thursday, May 25th at 12:44pm.
Mercury is Direct in Taurus.
Saturn – Uranus trine at 26 degrees (Sagittarius and Aries respectively) TODAY.
Venus Direct in Aries.  Mars Direct in Gemini.

Silence of the Night, Reiji Hiramatsu

I’d say the big thing is this trine with Saturn and Uranus today. This is a harmonious connection between two complete opposites:

Saturn is reality, time, responsibility, history, discipline, commitment, stability, and the establishment. It is slow, solid change.

Uranus is revolution, invention, science, rebelliousness, genius, Change, disruption, electricity and awakening. It is sudden change.

So these two are having a friendly conversation today, which is interesting.  If you have a duality in your life, you might find some common ground today. The main thing is that Saturn will INSIST on any changes you make being well thought out and solid. In my view, Saturn is heavier than Uranus and so those energies carry more weight, BUT they will have to find a compromise since Uranus will not be silenced.

A new physical reality comes into view.
A revolution with a solid foundation.
A path to making aspirations into realities.

This is a good day to set some goals 

This trine is also happening in the fire signs of Aries and Sagittarius, which brings guts, confidence, self esteem and passion. Creativity and adventure. Composers, artists, actors, musicians and performers are ignited by this energy today. Let your light shine.

Mercury Direct today!

Mercury turns Direct today at 3:32pm. If you've had a rough three weeks, things will be changing direction for the better, especially if you are a Gemini or a Virgo!

This week is still in flux though. When a planet changes direction in the sky it appears to stop and hover above us. If you were to watch Mercury through a telescope this week, it would appear motionless. When a planet "hovers", it's presence is magnified. Since Mercury rules communication and understanding, you can expect the Truth to be popping up in conversations. The air will be cleared and situations will reset themselves.

This event is heightened by the planet Neptune which is also slowing down and going retrograde tomorrow night. Neptune rules feelings, so if something doesn't feel right, Mercury will make sure you speak up!

Mercury Retrograde/ New Moon in Taurus

New Moon in Taurus: Sunday at 9:13pm
Moon into Gemini at 2:27am today (Monday)
Mercury Retrograde at 6:49pm tonight
Sun into Gemini at 1:45am Thursday

What a beautiful weekend with the Sun and Moon in Taurus. The Moon is exalted (strengthened) in Taurus and is conjunct the asteroid Eros (love affairs) making it extra juicy. Hope you were able to get out and enjoy nature. I filled my house with beautiful tea roses in different shades of pink to celebrate the Venusian vibe :) Mercury was stationing all weekend too which can clear the air between people. Something can be started right now that has huge growth potential!

As of this evening we now have Mercury Retrograde in Gemini until June 11th when it turns Direct. Time to reorganize, retry, rethink and redo our plans. Rely on intuition during this time, and thoughtful communication. Don't freak out too much over this - just try not to sign any important contracts or make big purchases.

The dark star "Algol" is also in the mix this week. Check out this info about Algol from the C.I.A. (Cosmic Intelligence Agency):

"Algol/ Medusa depicts everything that Man fears in life – the fury of the suppressed feminine soul; the rage and violence of nature; the fine line between madness and wisdom and life and death; the depth and power of a woman’s sexuality. As Demetra George writes in the ‘Mysteries of the Dark Moon’, “… the extent that we have culturally repressed and feared the powers of this Dark Goddess and have accepted the patriarchal view of her as a monster to be destroyed, we have cut ourselves off from our ability to access our sexual power to create, regenerate, and know the truth from within ourselves. In fact we have been taught to shirk from and reject the kind of menstrual, ecstatic, and non-reproductive sexuality that activates these powers. {Algol/} Medusa carries the patriarchy’s projection of women’s dark sexuality as evil”.
From Agent EI's, Andrew Smith article on the coming New Moon in Taurus conjunct fixed star Algol.

Aries:  The Ram 
The Mercury Retrograde shines in your House of Communication. You'll hear some marvelous information about yourself. Be honest, clear and truthful in negotiations with people. This month is about speaking your truth.

Taurus:   The Bull
The Mercury Retrograde is illuminating your House of Money. Insights about yourself come from things you value. The spotlight is on money and resources so make some time for these in whatever form they take.

Gemini:  The Twins 
You are the Moon's special child this month! Go bask in the unearthly light shining in your corner of the sky. Insights will come regarding your appearance and identity. Use the Mercury retrograde to take stock of your life.

Cancer:  The Crab 
The Mercury Retrograde shines in your House of Self Undoing. What are some of your negative habits that no longer serve you? What do you need to let go of? This is a hugely positive placement because you can review your Blind Spot, giving you a unique chance to see things you don't always see.

Leo:  The Lion 
The Mercury Retrograde is in your House of Friendships. Personal insights come through your companions. Or Facebook. Stay away from gossip and social intrigue.

Virgo:  The Virgin 
The Mercury Retrograde is in your House of Career. Expect plans or insights to be slightly postponed in your profession. Trust it because it's for the best, you just can't see it now. Now's the time to back up and research a little more to make sure your ducks are in a row.

Libra:  The Scales 
The Mercury Retrograde is lighting up your House of Perspective. Some deep insights regarding your inner self are showing up. It's a great time to research some personal goals. Travel, philosophy and education are highlighted.

Scorpio:  The Scorpion 
Do you owe anyone money? The Gemini influence impacts your House of Other People's Money. New information comes bringing positive movement with debts, loans or real estate.

Sagittarius:  The Archer 
The Mercury Retrograde travels through your House of Partnerships. Deep insights comes to the inner workings of your important relationships. Set some goals for what you can and can't expect from people, and then practice acceptance.

Capricorn:  The Sea Goat 
The Mercury Retrograde falls into your House of Work and Health, offering some insight into how you meet expenses every month. Get your books in order and revamp your daily habits - especially around diet and exercise. Get enough sleep too. Back to the basics!

Aquarius:  The Water Bearer 
The Mercury Retrograde flies into your House of Romance. New romances might have trouble getting off the ground. Lots of talking will be necessary before new couples can trust each other. Better to direct your energy towards creativity and self expression.

Pisces:  The Fish 
The Mercury Retrograde in Gemini shines in your Home and places where you spend most of your time. Some insight could come about a new neighborhood you want to move to. The Fourth House also symbolizes the foundation of your being, so some deep personal revelations could appear this week.

Galactic Center post from Cosmic Intelligence-Agency

The Moon aligns with the Galactic centre opposite Mercury. Big thoughts, big ideas, big reasons to go beyond the norm, the everyday and local space to align with the great beyond, the bigger picture, the meaning and purpose of all there is, highlighting the polarity of opposites, Gemini and Sagittarius.
The Galactic Centre is the rotational centre of our Milky Way, (@28degrees Sagittarius) our galaxy and remember Mercury is still in shadow zone keeping us in the everyday, the mundane when all we really want is to able to fly free, liberated and explore the great beyond. Take a journey to untangle from the everyday reality if you can today, your mind will be grateful, it needs a holiday and some cosmic coaching.
Recap the Mercury retrograde cycle here, which finishes next week 16th July.... 
http://www.cosmicintelligenceagency.com/2014/05/mercuryretrogradecancerto-gemin/
 

PHOTO CREDIT: 'Countryside Milky Way' by Eric Hines.

Mercury Direct today!

Mercury Direct
July 1, 2014 at 5:50am PDT
Moon into Virgo at 2:24pm

So now we have some forward motion with our mentality and negotiating power! With the Moon's entrance into Virgo, it further enhances our desires to get organized and tie up any loose ends from June.

Watch for things to REALLY get moving though after Jupiter enters Leo on July 16th, AND Mars enters Scorpio on July 25th! The beginning of July is a time to get yourself organized as we build towards late July/August, which is highlighted for real expansive, fiery action!!!

Full Moon in Gemini

Happy Full Moon in Gemini to all of you!!

I don't know who the artist is for this image, so if you recognize it please let me know.

Today is a very vibrant Full Moon in Gemini because Uranus (planet of revolution and insight) has also gone Direct. There's a huge amount of energy alive right now. It's a great time to write down ideas and consider different paths. With Mars in Libra, the "weighing of both sides" could go on endlessly, so try to follow your heart.

It's NOT the time to take action though, unless there's something urgent weighing on you. Venus is going Retrograde this week until January 31st - I'll be writing more about that later this week.

Enjoy, Socialize, Write, and visit mountain tops. Today is a wild Airy day!

Full Moon AND Eclipse in Sagittarius ~ horoscopes

June is the month of eclipses. There are three of them which is unusual, and it's a major turning point for all of us! June 1st was a Solar eclipse, and now we have a Full Moon Eclipse in Sagittarius.
So what does it mean you ask??

Well, a Full Moon is a culmination. It's the full blossoming of events that have arisen over the past two weeks. But what if there is an eclipse at one of these points in time? Or three in a row for pete's sake????

When the World falls under the influence of an eclipse, things are out of the ordinary. It's an uncommon time, and we have rare and insightful experiences. It's like walking around your darkened bedroom with a black light - things show up differently, and we see things in a way we don't normally see them. Some things are brighter and easier to see and some things fall into shadow.

Quite simply, I feel it is a time when we touch the foundations of why we are here on this planet. Each of us gains some new insight or information into the life we are currently leading. This information can come through anything - our family, friends, a situation at work, or a bolt of lightning straight from the heavens into our consciousness. When it's an eclipse, I always pay close attention to what happens that day, because there will be something synchronistic about it.

The Sun has been in Gemini for the past couple of weeks - a time of getting out and talking to people. If you stay inside I bet you'll be organizing your house. Our brains have shifted into high gear for this month. With the Full Moon in Sagittarius, setting goals is highlighted. It's the time to figure out the best course of action for complicated relationships.

Check out the horoscopes below for your Sun sign AND your Rising sign. You can figure out your Rising sign (or Ascendant) here!

Aries:  The Ram 
The Full Moon is lighting up your House of Perspective. Some deep insights regarding your inner self are showing up. It's a great time to set some personal goals! Travel, philosophy and education are also highlighted.




Taurus:   The Bull
Do you owe anyone money? The Sagittarian Moon lights up your House of Other People's Money. New information comes bringing positive movement with debts, loans or real estate.

Gemini:  The Twins 
The Full Moon shines in your House of Partnerships! Deep insights comes to the inner workings of your important relationships. Set some goals for what you can and can't expect from people, and then practice acceptance.

Cancer:  The Crab 
The Full Moon lights up your House of Work and Health, offering some insight into how you meet expenses every month. Watch for a stroke of luck in this arena! In the meantime, get enough sleep, good food and exercise. Back to the basics!

Leo:  The Lion 
The Full Moon shines in your House of Romance! This is very lucky, so I recommend you get out and socialize. if you're unattached you might find a new love this week. Personal insights come through your romantic relationships OR creative endeavors!

Virgo:  The Virgin 
The Lunar Eclipse shines in your Home and places where you spend most of your time. Some insight could come about a new neighborhood you want to move to. The Fourth House also symbolizes the foundation of your being, so some deep personal revelations could appear this week.

Libra:  The Scales 
The Full Moon sends a ray of light to your House of Communication. You'll hear some marvelous information about yourself. Be honest, clear and truthful in negotiations with people this week. This week is about speaking your truth.

Scorpio:  The Scorpion 
The Lunar Eclipse is illuminating your House of Money. Insights about yourself come from things you value. The spotlight is on money and resources so make some time for these in whatever form they take.



Sagittarius:  The Archer 
You are the Moon's special child this week! Go bask in the unearthly light shining in your corner of the sky. Insights will come regarding your appearance and identity. Take stock of your life and take risks because luck is on your side this week!

Capricorn:  The Sea Goat 
The Full Moon shines in your House of Self Undoing. What are some of your negative habits that no longer serve you? What do you need to let go of? This is a hugely positive placement because the eclipse is lighting up your Blind Spot, giving you a unique chance to see things you don't always see.

Aquarius:  The Water Bearer 
The Full Moon in Sagittarius is lighting up your House of Friendships. Personal insights come through your companions. Or Facebook. Stay away from gossip and social intrigue.

Pisces:  The Fish 
The Full Moon Eclipse is shining in your House of Career. Expect a windfall, or some insights into moving forward in your profession. It's a great week to meet with the boss, get a raise, or even research a new career!

May/June Horoscopes!! Sun in Gemini

Mercury turned Direct last week, just in time for the sun's move into Gemini this Thursday, May 20th. It's a great time to get social and put your plans into action! Mercury is moving slowly through Taurus right now, so take a practical look at the ideas you have, and build a solid foundation for them. The horoscopes below take the sun into account, as well as the ruler of your sign and the huge alignments coming this summer!

Aries:  The Ram

      First, your ambitions: your ruler, Mars, is still in Leo until June 6th! Get clear on what's most important to you and your heart, and then spend the next two weeks pouring your energy into these projects! With Mercury and the Sun's influence it's a great time to solidify agreements too.

     On the Love front you need to be sweet to your partner because Venus is going into Cancer. This means SENSITIVE... which is not your strongest point. Lots of money and exciting sudden changes coming in June!

Taurus:  The Bull

      This year's birthday transformed you. Hopefully you've come out the other side filled with vigor and ready to charge ahead. Mercury turned around in Taurus last week and is slowly gaining momentum. You can finally move forward with your plans and even make some new ones!
     Regarding Love, Saturn is turning Direct in Virgo (your house of Love) on May 31st. Since January there's been a deeper understanding of you and your relationship. Now you'll move forward with your partner in a deeper and more mature way. Your ruler, Venus, is going into Cancer - placing the emphasis on communicating.

Gemini:  The Twins

      It's birthday season! The Sun enters Gemini this Thursday, May 20th putting the spotlight on YOU! Your ruler Mercury is now going Direct - ready to send some wonderful presents your way. Mercury is still plodding through Taurus, but will pick up speed and enter your sign on June 10th. Be gentle with yourself as you practice manifesting the deep growth you've had over the past few weeks.
     Venus is entering Cancer this week (your House of Finances) which is very fortunate! Venus attracts, and here it attracts MONEY... also what you value and your security. In June there will be a big focus on friendships, and this summer your social life will set off fireworks.

Cancer:  The Crab

      Venus, planet of Love and Beauty will be entering your sign this week! It will give you an unearthly glow and people will be drawn to you. I know you are the zodiac's homebody, but the next month is your time to stand out and be noticed! Leave your crab shell at home and get out and meet people. With Mercury still trudging through Taurus, there's lots of restructuring going on in your house of Friendships.

      This is also the time of contemplation before your birthday season. The Gemini Sun will illuminate and guide you down the back roads of your hidden potentials, preparing you for solar rebirth in late June. Pay attention to the fertile ground of visions and ideas that float through your mind. They will lead you in the best direction for the year ahead.

Leo:  The Lion

      All the drive and fire you've been feeling on a personal level the last few months is about to shift. On June 6th Mars leaves Leo for Virgo, and sets off a purge and reorganization of your financial world. This is a good thing because Saturn has been marching backwards thru your financial house for several weeks causing all sorts of challenges and instability. Mars is a powerful driving force that will get things going in the right direction. And with the Virgo influence, the details won't get overlooked.
     The Sun is your ruler though and it's going into Gemini, your house of Friendships. The Sun rules this house and so you should feel very at home, especially with the people around you. Unexpected Fortune also applies to this house, as well as aspirations, hopes and wishes! Who do you want to surround yourself with? What tribe would you like to join? What fortunes and friendships are you open to receiving?

Virgo:  The Virgin

      You're going to be BUSY the next month! busy busy busy! Since April 8th you've been reliving the past with Saturn backing up into your sign. Now Mars is about to enter Virgo giving tons of energy to your practical plans. Mars doesn't like to get wrapped up in your details, so if you can let go of your pickiness and paint with broad stokes, you might get more done.The keyword for you is ACTION. Be like Nike and "just do it"!

       On the other side of your chart we have the Sun and Mercury entering your house of Career and Public Acclaim. You can make tremendous progress in your career over the next month. Don't be afraid to become visible, to stand out above the rest. It's a great time to set realistic goals and make them happen! Also, stay in touch with your friends. They can be a great source of warmth for you at this time.

Libra:  The Scales

      Of all the signs in the zodiac, yours will be experiencing the greatest attention from the cosmos in the upcoming months. I don't even know where to begin. You have Saturn (maturity) and Mars (force) doing a strange dance in your 12th house. The 12th is the house of spirituality, strength, humanity... but also psychological issues and secrets. It's where we hide out (or experience solitude). With Mars and Saturn here, you will experience an excavation that will impact your self esteem for the better. It will be a slow gradual shift, very subtle, but it will occur.

      In the midst of this transformation you will focus on your relationships - especially partnerships of all kinds. The people around you will become mirrors, creating a catalyst for the deeper transformations occurring in your 12th house. The way you experience the world and the people in it, is about to go through a revolutionary change.
Revolutionary and fortunate.

Scorpio:  The Scorpion

     Since last Fall, your ruler Mars has been sending tons of energy and support to your Career house. What does your worklife look like now after Mars has blazed a golden path through it? I bet you've experienced great progress, increase and accomplishment. On June 7th Mars will enter the sign of Virgo, shifting your focus to your Friends. Saturn has been hanging out there already, perhaps causing distance between you and those you love. Time to reconnect.
     Meanwhile Jupiter (Good fortune) is about to leave Pisces (Romance) for Aries (Work and Health). With all the drive you've had on career and love the past few months, now's the time to pay some attention to yourself, your social circle, and getting your house in order.

Sagittarius:  The Archer

      "Here comes the Sun" - straight into your House of Partnerships, while Jupiter, your ruler is setting his sights on Aries (House of Love). And so begins the sizzling hot summer for you Sagittarians. If you aren't matched up with anyone yet - don't be nervous about taking the initiative. Just go for it! If you're in a relationship, try to get creative and fun in the Romance department. It will go far with your mate.

      Career-wise Saturn is going backwards through your Career house just as Mars is walking through the door. Saturn will ask you to be careful and be sure of where you will land before taking any action regarding work. Mars is definitely on your side and will help you move forward with your ambitions.

Capricorn:  The Goat

      Mercury's retrograde through Taurus kept you back tracking through your relationship the last few weeks. Perhaps some ghosts from the past have reemerged, or you needed time for reflection on what's working and what does not fit. Now things are moving forward, hopefully with some new revelations under your belt. Communications will steadily improve so trust your path.
     Love and relationships continue to be the focus as Venus moves into Cancer (House of Partnership) this week! With Pluto the Volcano walking with you in Capricorn, you will make a huge impression in your social circles. However, try to keep your communications on the lighter side:) Pluto wants to deliver the brutal truth! Be aware of this or you might devastate the landscapes you're traveling through.

Aquarius:  The Water Bearer

      So how's your house? The latest Mercury retrograde hit you right where you live... literally. All the reassessing and restructuring is over now... you can hold hands with Mercury as he moves towards Gemini - your House of Love! Of course the Sun will be there this Thursday, so relationships are now in the spotlight.
     And there's a twist! Venus, planet of Love is moving into Cancer (your house of work and health). Hmmmm. Anyone at work strike your fancy? Proceed with caution 'cause it's a temporary thing. BUT it could be a great time to ask for that raise. All this before your ruler, Uranus, ignites your communications sector. Let the good times roll!

Pisces:  The Fishes

      The focus for you is YOU... basically. Jupiter (Good Luck and Fortune) is sending tremendous opportunity to you until June 6th so if there's anything you want... GO FOR IT!! What's on you "To Do" list? What would you really like to manifest for yourself right now? This happens once every 12 years. Focus on what you want to expand in yourself and your immediate environment (job, community, relationships). Changes have occurred in your life over the past few months that will lead you in the right direction; even if it hasn't felt like it.

      And Love is on your side: Venus, planet of Love and Beauty is entering Cancer (your house of romantic love and creativity) this Thursday, May 20th. Time to get out and strut your stuff. Get out and socialize as much as you can - it's a great time to meet new people!