7.09.2014

"Why I Will NOT See The New Jimi Hendrix Biopic, and I Think We Should All Boycott It" by ERIC DIN



"Why I Will NOT See The New Jimi Hendrix Biopic, and I Think We Should All Boycott It"


Excellent post from a very accomplished Bay Area musician who knows what he's talking about! I completely agree with Eric Din's sentiments that Hendrix was a gentle soul and is misrepresented in this movie. IF it's ever released, I will be boycotting it.




7.01.2014

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!!!

6.27.2014

New Moon in June Horoscopes


image: "A Trip to the Moon", 1902, Georges Méliès

New Moon in Cancer: Friday, June 27, 2014 at 1:08am PDT

Sun, Moon, Jupiter in Cancer
Saturn in Scorpio
Neptune and Chiron in Pisces

That's seven planets in Water signs! This is a time of great sensitivity, emotion, and solid growth. We can access our inner world in ways that bring new meaning to our lives. ESPECIALLY with our past. With Mercury, Saturn, Neptune, Pluto and Chiron all retrograde, we can achieve new levels of understanding and healing of our personal histories. Our ability to create solid foundations is powerful because we understand where we come from - but in a brand new way. Pay attention to insights that come to you. We are being asked to evolve - whether we feel ready or not. Some new projects might be stalled because of the retrograde action, but we're building a solid foundation for all our new ideas.

The sign of Cancer reminds us of our home and foundations. This is the zodiac sign of the family, and the people in our lives that nurture us and commit to our growth. If you've been running on empty the last few weeks, it's time to step back and take care of yourself. You can't help others if you're depleted. You need to feed your soul.

Check out the horoscopes below for your Sun sign AND your Rising sign. For my horoscopes the Rising Sign is the most important aspect. You can figure out your Rising sign (or Ascendant) here for free.


Aries:  The Ram  Sun and Jupiter in Cancer shines in your Home and places where you spend most of your time. You have the ability to drastically improve your living situation right now, and if anything changes around your home, you can assume it's for the better. Now is the time to clear the clutter because good luck will be flowing into your home for the next month, and you want to make room for it! Just be careful not to overspend on luxury, stay within your means. The Fourth House also symbolizes the foundation of your being, so some positive insights about yourself might develop.

Taurus:  The Bull The Sun and Jupiter are dancing in your House of Communication. You might be wanting some attention or acknowledgment from the people in your life and you will get it! This is a sociable and fast-paced month for you. Family relationships are highlighted, everything goes smoothly. With Saturn directly opposite you in Scorpio, you could also find your love and business partners are solid and dependable.


Gemini:  The Twins  The Sun and Jupiter make a powerful, auspicious team in your House of Money. If you're restless with your job, now is the time to find something much better. Wait until July to sign agreement though - that's when your ruler Mercury is Direct. Money might come from unexpected sources too. Just be careful about accumulating too much stuff, because Jupiter is expansive. Insights about yourself come from things you value.



Cancer:  The Crab  The two largest and most positive planets in the sky are shining down on you right now. It's your birthday and the universe is conspiring to give you HUGE presents. Riches will come to you from the way you experience the world. Especially from your confidence, which is sky high. It's a good time for a health regimen since Jupiter can make you gain weight. Insights will come regarding your appearance and identity.


Leo:  The Lion  Jupiter and the Sun are brightening up your House of Self Undoing, shining light into some of the dark corners of your mind. Sometimes the month before one's birthday can be challenging, but with these two bright lights in your 12th House, things will be much easier for you. 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 these planets are lighting up your Blind Spot, giving you a unique chance to see things you don't always see.


Virgo:  The Virgin  The Sun and Jupiter are shining in your House of Friendships. This means riches and opportunity will flow from your friends and social circle for the next month. It might not just be money either - might be support, help or wisdom. New wealthy friends are also indicated. This is the area of Hopes and Wishes, and with Jupiter and the Sun here you might make some real progress with your ideas. Just remember to do the practical work to make them manifest.


Libra:  The Scales  The two largest and most positive planets in the sky are shining in your House of Career! Now is DEFINITELY the time to ask for a raise (actually July is best, after the Mercury Retrograde) or look for that whale of a job. Opportunities and career expansion are yours - people in authority will become your benefactors and your timing will be perfect. 

Scorpio:  The Scorpion 

The Sun and Jupiter will be lighting up your House of Perspective for the next month along with Saturn (Timing and Harvest) in Scorpio! Now is a good time to take a trip or go back to school because your timing is impeccable and the universe will support it. You could train for a lucrative career right now. With Saturn in Scorpio, the whole structure of your life is changing.

Sagittarius:  The Archer  The Sun/Jupiter conjunction impacts your House of Other People's Money - which puts you on easy street for the next month. Riches come through banks, lenders and real estate - just don't bite off more than you can chew. With this placement, people in authority will be impressed with you and give you whatever you want (pretty much). By the way... this house also rules sex :)

Capricorn:  The Sea Goat  The Sun and Jupiter are moving into your House of Partnerships! Fulfillment and riches will come through relationships for the next month. Take a look at the partners in your life because they will take on a new importance. Jupiter can make people overconfident too, so just be aware of that. All in all this is a great year to make a serious commitment, enter into a business contract or get married.

Aquarius:  The Water Bearer  Jupiter and the Sun light up your House of Work and Health. I bet you'll get a raise or your job will become effortless. You'll have no trouble meeting your day to day expenses for the next month. Watch for a stroke of luck with regards to work and health. Jupiter can bring weight gain, so watch out for that too. 


Pisces:  The Fish  The Sun (Fulfillment) and Jupiter (Riches) are in your House of Romance! This is very lucky, so I recommend you get out and socialize. You could find a fulfilling relationship this month. This House also rules Creativity, so this is a highly expansive month for artists, musicians and writers. You could become prolific and find positive benefactors or a fan base. The art and love in your life are going to expand enormously.

5.28.2014

New Moon in Gemini





We've lost someone very special today - Maya Angelou. I woman with such knowledge, intelligence, artistry and history!!! I've always admired her writing as well as her quiet dignity. She beamed confidence and strength, and was such a huge inspiration for all of us.

Interesting she would depart this world on a New Moon in Gemini too. It's the sign of the Writer. There is huge forward motion happening right now in the skies, so set your sights on what you want and go for it! Just like Maya did.

Mars has turned Direct in Libra, so our plans are catching fire after months of dithering back and forth! Aries and Scorpio people will really feel this shift. Also, Mercury (Gemini's ruler) is about to go Retrograde the first week of June so NOW is definitely the time to wrap up loose ends and solidify contracts or agreements.

5.14.2014

Full Moon In Scorpio – May 14, 2014

A picture of the skies tonight! The Moon resting on top of Saturn in Scorpio. Time to get real!































From Cosmic Intelligence Agency:



Nearly full Moon about to occult Saturn (Moon will hide Saturn) at 10:50am UT- 8:50pm- AEST, in the constellation of Libra, in the Sign of Scorpio, conjunct fixed Star Zuben Elgenubi 

Pic from app Starwalk




Cosmic*Intelligence*Agency | Full Moon In Scorpio – May 14, 2014

5.13.2014

Full Moon in Scorpio



 
~o~ ESBAT REMINDER ~o~ 
Full Moon in Scorpio
 
Wednesday * 14th May 2014 * 03:16 pm PDT
Moon 23° 54' Scorpio


Noun
a convocation of witches.
Origin: 
1965–70;  apparently a contemporary borrowing of Old French esbat  amusement,  
diversion ( French ébat), derivative of esbattre  frolic, equivalent to es- ex- + battre  < 
Latin battuere  pound, beat; compareobsolete English esbatement  amusement


This is the witchiest moon of the year! It's happening tomorrow, but we are feeling the effects Now. The influence of this Full Moon will color most of the week. It's intense now that Venus has joined the Grand Cross between Pluto, Jupiter and Mars, plus Saturn is close to the Moon - it's a week of "getting real". If a corner of our life feels unauthentic it could really grate on us this week. However the best time to take action is after May 20th when Mars goes Direct.

Avoid social complications, although clearing the air and speaking the truth could come out no matter what you do! This is a time of deep, intuitive insights into our souls and relationships. Any undefined, romantic trysts or buried frustration could come up for healing like a volcano.

Scorpio is also related to the Phoenix, the bird of resurrection. Caroline Casey tells the story of how the Phoenix sings the most beautiful song in the world before it transforms itself. The whole world stops to listen to the song, as the Phoenix burns itself to the ground to be reborn from the ashes.

Try to keep a low profile this week, and focus on how to better your life. Don't start deep conversations or power struggles with people until you have let go of your anger and feel neutral. It's also a great week to pay attention to your dreams so put some lavender near your pillow.

From Wikipedia:

"An esbat /ˈɛsbæt/ is a coven meeting of other than one the Sabbats[1] within Wicca and other Wiccan-influenced forms of contemporary Paganism. Janet and Stewart Farrar describe esbats as an opportunity for a "love feast, healing work, psychic training and all."[2]

Etymology[edit]

The term esbat is derived from Old French s'esbattre (Modern French ébat), meaning to frolic and amuse oneself, diversion.[3][4] It was a borrowing by 20th century anthropologist Margaret Murray's use of French witch trial sources on supposed Witches' Sabbaths in her attempts to "reconstruct" a Witch Cult in Western Europe.

Observance[edit]

An esbat is commonly understood to be a ritual observance on the night of a full moon.[5] However, the late high priestess Doreen Valiente distinguished between "full moon Esbat[s]" and other esbatic occasions.[6]
The term esbat in this sense was described by Margaret Murray.[7][8]
The Esbat differed from the Sabbat by being primarily for business. ... very often the Esbat was for sheer enjoyment only
—Murray, 1921






Phoenix Soul by ClintonKun