by Linda Kaye | Jun 10, 2010 | 2010, Astro News
Saturday, June 12th at 4:14 a.m. PT
This month’s New Moon is in Gemini, the versatile sign of duality. A New Moon occurs in the first phase of the 28-day lunation cycle. During this phase, New Moons are often called Dark Moons because they are not visible to the naked eye. The darkness of a New Moon represents a symbolic time to plant seeds of intention for new beginnings in your life. Take time today and ceremonially set intentions for future growth that can sprout when the Sun’s light is once again reflected in the lunation cycle.
With this New Moon’s focus on yourthful, flexible and communicative Gemini, it is important to pay attention to your thoughts and how you are expressing yourself. Wayne Dyer’s quote, “change the way you look at things and watch the things around you begin to change” is especially poignant under this New Moon.
Mercury, the ruling planet of Gemini is currently in a challenging aspect to Mars. This aspect began a few days ago and will end shortly after the New Moon. Mercury is swift and Mars represents action, while in a challenging aspect to one another, you may experience frustrating delays and communication breakdowns. Saturn, the planet of restriction, is also making a difficult aspect to the New Moon conjunction. What does all this mean? Communicate with as much clarity as possilbe, and then, if necessary, do your best to practice the Gemini art of flexibility.
Copyright 2010 by Linda Kaye
by Linda Kaye | Jun 1, 2010 | 2010, 2011, Archived Astro News
The Planetary Time Indicator of Change
The planet Saturn begins its journey through your Astrological horoscope at the moment of your birth. Its complete cycle through the zodiac and the houses of your Astrological chart takes roughly 29 years. The Saturn Return occurs when Saturn passes through the sign it was in at the time of your birth. The Saturn Return is in effect for approximately two-and-a-half years and will occur twice in your life, typically around age 28-30 and again at 58-60. If you were born during 1980 – 1983 or 1951 – 1953 you were born with Saturn in Libra and are currently experiencing your first or second Saturn Return.
This is a very special Saturn Return for those with Saturn in Libra as it is igniting the Cardinal Cross Climax that I have written of in previous Astro-Grams. The Cardinal Cross is emphasizing a time of both great and necessary change, making this Saturn Return even more powerful than usual.
When Saturn returns to its natal position in your chart you will undergo one of the most intense maturation periods of your life. In general, Saturn Returns are precursors to strong and sometimes painful yearnings for change. During this period of time you will be divinely guided to relinquish anything in your life that does not support your future life goals and purpose. You may find yourself feeling compelled to prioritize your objectives and activities so you can make the best use of your abilities for the next 29.5 years.
This can be a very stressful and trying time because the security of the past is familiar and safe, whereas the future is still unformed and therefore uncertain. Among many things, Saturn represents karma, responsibility and accountability. This will be a critical time requiring you to act with extreme integrity.
The Saturn Return brings about endings and new beginnings. The universe will unveil unhealthy and incongruent living and working conditions that can no longer be tolerated. This recognition can bring about enormous change, which may at times feel completely out of your control.
If you resist your personal nature and desires during your Saturn Return, the next 29.5 years could bring much suffering. If you willingly embrace Saturn’s courageous force, the transformation you make during this period can bring long term stability and future security.
Copyright 2010 by Linda Kaye
by Linda Kaye | Mar 15, 2010 | 2010
The spring equinox is widely celebrated as day and night become equally balanced. In fact, the word equinox means “equal night” and astrologically, the spring equinox marks the Sun’s entry into the first degree of Aries. This is an important time to celebrate the death of an old year and the beginning of a new.
Among many things, Aries is the constellation representing warmer days, new beginnings, desires, independence and freedom. Below are the zodiacal sign influences of this astrological New Year’s spring equinox.
Aries: Mar 21 – Apr 19
Happy Brithday Aries! Your ruling planet Mars is making a fabulous mutual reception aspect to your Sun this spring which will encourage you to express your individuality and create many new possibilites, especially in the romance area. Saturn, the planet known for seriousness has been transiting your partnership house. If you are currently in a romantic relationship, Saturn’s energy will encourage you to make a final decision to commit or leave once and for all.
Taurus: Apr 20 – May 20
New interest in the occult mysteries and connection to spirit may take precedence this spring. Work may seem overwhelming at times with the task master Saturn in your sixth house of employment. Mar’s recent change of motion in your fourth house should bring welcome progress to things related to your home life.
Gemini: May 21 – June 20
The career sector of your horoscope is sizzling during this spring season, Gemini. Mars, the ruling planet of the equinox Sun is highlighting all different types of communication projects in your solar chart. Be sure and get plenty of rest when you find yourself busy with prominent writing, editing or teaching opportunities, as work life balance will be important during this expansive period.
Cancer: June 21 – July 22
With the equinox Sun transiting your solar ninth house you may find yourself traveling the world this spring, dear Cancer. If you aren’t traveling physically, perhaps you’ll find yourself traveling through some form of study, education or even meditation. If you’ve been spending more than you should, Mar’s transit to your second house now through the first week in June should improve your financial situation.
Leo: July 23 – Aug 22
This spring, energetic, sexy Mars in your sign (Leo) is encouraging you to take the initiative and create the fun-loving life you deserve. With a beautiful aspect to Aphrodite’s planet Venus, the world is your oyster. Go for it Leo! Visualize and creatively actualize all your desires.
Virgo: Aug 23 – Sept 22
The planet Jupiter is transiting the relationship sector of your solar chart this spring dear Virgo. If you haven’t already met that someone special, keep your eyes open because Jupiter is the benefic planet that brings about good fortune in a really big way. If money has been tight the past few months you should see an improvement after the new moon on April 14th.
Libra: Sept 23 – Oct 22
You will find yourself in a whirlwind of activity this spring, Libra. Between your social calendar and your promising new career prospects you will find yourself juggling a lot of responsibility. Be sure and find some leisure time in your busy schedule to rest and take care of you!
Scorpio: Oct 23 – Nov 21
Spring is kicking off the love and career sectors of your solar horoscope Scorpio. Mars is the ruling planet of your Sun and should prove to bring lots of exciting progress with career endeavors. The Spring Equinox brings much activity in the romance and children sector of your chart. Get out, go on romantic dates, play and have fun!
Sagittarius: Nov 22 – Dec 21
Spring cleaning (no pun intended) may be in order for you Sagittarius, while your ruling planet Jupiter is residing along with Uranus in your fourth house of home. These two planets may create a long awaited and much needed beneficial change in your home life — perhaps a remodel or move. You also have beautiful planetary energy highlighting your astrological houses of long distance travel and romance this spring.
Capricorn: Dec. 22 – Jan 19
This spring equinox is highlighting your career and home, Capricorn. You could obtain a promotion, and or, find yourself embarking on new and lucrative ways to make money. Whatever the circumstances, chances are you will find your work related responsibilities increasing. Your spring horoscope also indicates that you are in the mood for a change of residence, or perhaps a sprucing up of your current home.
Aquarius: Jan 20 – Feb 18
Career and work related income is finally looking up for you this spring, Aquarius. It’s about time! Enjoy the long-awaited abundance that comes your way, you’ve worked hard for it. Travel and social engagements play a role this spring – get out and enjoy!
Pisces: Feb 19 – Mar 20
Success with career endeavors will keep you busy all spring dear Pisces. Be sure and find time to nurture you body and spirit during this period so you can stay at peak performance. You’ve worked hard to earn the success you are enjoying now. A positive cash flow will be the well-deserved result of your success this spring.
Copyright 2010 by Linda Kaye
by Linda Kaye | Feb 28, 2010 | 2010
This month’s full Moon occurs in the fastidious earthy and purification sign of Virgo. Full Moons occur as the Moon moves into an exact opposition to the Sun. As you may remember from my previous Astro-grams, the Sun, as well as Venus, Jupiter and Uranus are all currently transiting the heavens in the watery sign of Pisces. Once Mercury joins the clestial group tomorrow morning we will have a total of five planets in the sign of Pisces. Both Virgo and Pisces are the zodiac signs that emphasize healing.
The Virgo full Moon is illuminating the areas of our life that are in need of purification and healing, specifically related to body, mind and spirit. When Virgo, and or Pisces is emphasized in our horoscopes, or in the heavens as they are under this full Moon, we will want to pay special attention to our bodies, thoughts and spirits. When any one of these areas is ignored, Virgo may initiate a crises in order to get our attention.
As we contemplate the areas of our life that are in need of cleansing and purification, it is important to remember that Gaia, our mother, is currently going through her own cleansing and purification. The aftermath of the current earth crises in Chile occured under this Pisces-Virgo axis. Chile is governed astrologiclaly by the planet Jupiter and the full Moon in Virgo is in opposition to Jupiter and the Sun, which are in exact conjunction in the oceanic constellation Pisces. Both Jupter an the Sun are the largest planets in our solar system. Jupiter is grandiose in its expression, and mainifests itself in extreme ways as we’ve seen with Chil’s earthquake and tsunami warnings.
Today, under this full Moon and earth crises in Chile, let’s each do our part to contemplate and intend purification and healing for ourselves and this beautiful planet, our mother.
February 28th, 2010
Copyright 2010 by Linda Kaye
by Linda Kaye | Jan 29, 2010 | 2010
Astrology, Venus and Jupiter are the two planets known as the great benefics. They like to bestow their blessings and gifts wherever they are positioned and transiting through our astrological charts.
The goddess Aphrodite and her planet Venus bestow love, physical beauty, the fine arts and wealth into the world. When she is prominently placed in our horoscopes, Cupid shoots his arrow and brings great love into our lives, and all things beautiful seem to flow our way.
The Greek god Zeus, father of philosophy, travel and abundance is tied to the planet Jupiter. Jupiter is the planet of good fortune who bestows his grace through optimistic thinking, spiritual pursuits, philosophy, travel and large quantities of life’s bounties.
Jupiter moved into Pisces on January 17th and Venus will move into Pisces on Feb 12th. Pisces is the watery emotional constellation that represents intuition, healing, the arts, addictions, and the ending of a karmic cycle. Venus will be in Pisces through March 7th, and Jupiter through June 5th. Venus is exalted in Pisces and Jupiter is the ancient ruler of Pisces, which simply means, they both perform their best while in the mystical dreamy and boundless sign of Pisces.
Therefore, the next few weeks are an opportunistic time to dream big, play and have fun. That said, expand with caution during this time as Jupiter is fond of optimistic thinking, which can lead us into counting our chickens before they hatch.
If you are a Pisces, you will want to watch your sugar intake because Venus rules sweets and while she is in the sign of Pisces you may find it hard to curve unhealthy cravings. Jupiter expands everything it touches and while he is in the sign of Pisces you may find, much to your dismay, that your physical being is also expaning if you are enjoying a little too much good food and wine.
Astronomically, the two brightest planets in the sky will appear together in mid-February. Mark your calendars for February 15th & 16th, as the sliver of the crescent moon, Venus and Jupiter are sure to prove a stunning trio.
January 29th, 2010
Copyright 2010 by Linda Kaye
