by Linda Kaye | May 1, 2011 | 2011, Archived Astro News
Monday, May 2, 11:50 p.m. PDT / 2:50 a.m. EDT
12 degrees and 30 minutes of Taurus
The Moon will be in the sign of Taurus all day on Monday and Tuesday. When the Moon travels through Taurus we are each given an opportunity to honor all things earthly. In the sign of the bull, the Moon is ruled by Venus and becomes dignified as it grants Venusian prospects of good fortune. Under Taurus’ lunar influence we may want to take time off, relax, and experience the finer things in life. You may find yourself seeking emotional security, comfort and the sensual pleasures of gourmet food, fine wine and chocolate.
Because Taurus is associated with security and what we value, it is connected Astrologically to our personal financial security. In our Western world we often find ourselves associating our personal value and self-worth with our growing or diminishing financial status. Therefore, you may ponder your personal values and self-worth during this potent lunar phase.
Taurus New Moon phases are auspicious times to contemplate and initiate new intentions for the following:
- Developing an appreciation and enjoyment of beauty and the finer things in life without the desired need to possess or own.
- Honoring and nurturing your precious time based on your individual gifts and values.
- Cultivating self-worth that radiates inner security regardless of your financial status.
(The next Full Moon Ceremony Maria Alvarez and I co-facilitate will occur under the powerful sign of Scorpio on Sunday, May 15, at 4pm.)
Copyright 2010 by Linda Kaye
by Linda Kaye | Apr 15, 2011 | 2011, Archived Astro News
Sunday, April 17th, 7:44 p.m. PDT
27 degrees and 44 minutes
This month’s Full Moon occurs in the cardinal sign that represents harmonizing partnerships and the equalizing “scales of balance”—Libra. In Astrology, the Moon is considered to be a luminary lighting the path that allows us to see into the unconscious realms, both personally and collectively. As you may be aware, a Full Moon always occurs when it opposes the path of the Sun on the zodiac ecliptic and this month’s Full Moon is most significant because it will also oppose four other planets—all in the cardinal sign of Aries— creating the April Fire Sky that I wrote about earlier this month. These planetary oppositions are an opportune time to focus on finding the commonality that brings about union—Libra—versus the discord that creates separateness—Aries.
Out of the ten planets (including planet Earth) that orbit our Sun, Neptune and Venus are the only two not currently in a cardinal sign. I continue to point out when planets fall in the caridnal signs because they highlight the Cardinal Cross which indicates the essential need for change within us and on our planet. You may have seen the YouTube video “2012—A Message of Hope” that I posted on my facebook page in which Deepak Chopra so poignantly emphasizes Libra’s balancing qualities. He states, “If the collective mind is turbulent than nature is turbulent. We are not separate from nature and the current earth crises. When we settle down, nature will settle down. Through our unified hearts we may lessen the crises. Meditate every day!”
I feel Deepak Chopra’s message is important for this month’s Full Moon because we are daily witness to an unstable world that is striving to return to a state of equilibrium. Because Libra is the zodiac sign striving for equality within all partnerships, the current Astrological significations are encouraging us to “wake-up” and regain a state of peace and harmony in our personal and collective lives. Therefore, you can use the light of this powerful Full Moon to focus upon and determine where you can be more balanced. If, for example, you feel you are out of balance with either your intimate or professional partnerships and possibly giving more than you are receiving, then you will want to spend time contemplating how you can resolve the imbalance and then take action.
Once you can personally maintain equilibrium in your life, you will find the relationship imbalance resolved. The Libra archetype will often find that it gives far more than it receives so it may be helpful to observe areas of your life where this dynamic is exemplified. When Libra is involved, sometimes the greatest gift we can give another person is to know when not to give, thereby allowing that individual to independently determine their own needs—Aries.
Lastly, during this Full Moon, Saturn—which is also in Libra— is in an exact opposition to Mars in Aries. Mercury is still retrograde and will conjoin Mars on the 18th while also opposing Saturn. Mercury governs our speech and thought processes; Mars wants action; and Saturn can be ridged and stoic. Globally, watch for heated political conversations, especially in regard to the Japanese nuclear disaster. Individually, examine your thoughts carefully before speaking these next few days, otherwise you could regret untimely and irrational outbursts. Most importantly, continue to do your individual healing so you can help restore balance to our beautiful planet by embodying Libra’s peace and harmony.
Copyright 2011 by Linda Kaye
by Linda Kaye | Apr 1, 2011 | 2011, Archived Astro News
As you may be aware, the Fukushima earthquake and tsunami occurred when Uranus moved into the zodiac sign of Aries–at precisely zero degrees or the Aries zero point. This is on the beginning of the Astrological zodiac which signifies the changing of the seasons from winter to spring and an initiatory time of change and new beginnings. During April 2 to 4, 2011 there will be six planets traversing the heavens in the cardinal fire sign of Aries: the Sun, Moon, Mars, Jupiter, Uranus, and Mercury. This is important because these planets will ignite the Cardinal Cross energy that I’ve spoken of in my previous Astro-Grams.
Uranus is the planet that also rules change, and more specifically, earthquakes and all things nuclear related. It will travel through the energetic sign of Aries until 2019. For decades activists have been lobbying for renewable and sustainable energy sources as a result of disasters such as Chernobyl, and last year’s Deepwater Horizon oil spill. Aries gives us the fiery energy needed to initiate the implementation of sustainable energy sources that will avert similar disasters from happening again in the future.
Furthermore, as I write this article, the nuclear reactors in Fukushima are once again making headlines, and the US has declared “preemptive military action” in Libya. These two events on the global stage are indicative of the Astrological planetary significations that will occur, and which may prompt newsworthy attention during the next few days, specifically:
April 1– 10 p.m. PT: Mars– the god of war and explosions– is entering the Aries zero point. As I mentioned above, this was Uranus’s exact point when the earthquake struck Japan, and thus we could see more related incidences in Japan.
April 2– 4:16 p.m. PT: The Moon, which rules water as well as the public domain, enters the zero point of Aries thru April 4. These two days will be important because the Moon will join the remaining four planets in Aries, including Uranus, and shed additional light and attention on recent global upheavals.
April 3– Mars will conjoin Uranus, the great awakener of change. Watch for more unexpected and perhaps explosive events which can bring enlightening awareness.
April 4– Mars will make a challenging aspect to Uranus in the Libya Republic Astrological Chart, which may render more war and trauma (Uranus) in the country and continue to threaten the security of its residents.
It is my belief that the intensity of the Astrological energies over these four days will serve as yet another wakeup call that urges humanity to recognize and seize opportunities to restore the planet’s balance, both literally and metaphorically. When planetary bodies pass over a point of sensitivity in the ecliptic, Astrologers will often see activity reignited in the geographic location that the original event occurred. In summary, Mars is considered a malefic planet that frequently delivers events ripe with strife and disagreements, individually and collectively. As Mars passes over Uranus, and the critical Astrological points of the past few weeks, we are certain to witness a continual unfolding of that to which Uranus wants us to awaken, and therefore change, in our personal lives and globally.
Copyright 2011 by Linda Kaye
by Linda Kaye | Mar 19, 2011 | 2011, Archived Astro News
Mercury Turns Rx: March 31, 2011
and Turns Direct: April 22, at 3:03 a.m. PDT
The first Mercury Retrograde cycle of 2011 will occur in the fire sign of the Ram – Aries. Along with Mercury, there will be a total of six planets in the sign of Aries during the first few days of April. To learn more about the importance of this super charged heavenly energy please refer to my “April’s Fire Sky” article.
As you may recall,– Aries is a Cardinal sign that is emphasizing the Cardinal Cross energy present at this time. Cardinal signs want change–and Aries specifically–wants to forge entirely new frontiers. During 2011, each of the three Mercury Retrograde periods will occur in fire signs. Fire is inspiring, passionate and future oriented. Therefore, this year’s retrograde cycles should light an inspirational fire under each of us to create new paths that can shift us into our desired future.
In fact, Aries represents initiatory action, and if you haven’t already heard,- NASA now has the very first spacecraft circling the planet of Mercury. NASA’s announcement appropriately occurred during Mercury’s journey through Aries. Chief NASA scientist Sean Solomon is quoted as stating, “Mercury is a planet where there are many things going on.” Indeed! With Mercury there is always “many things” going on. Mercury is curious and encourages multi-tasking; gathering of lots of different information while swiftly traveling here and there. On a personal level, if you need more knowledge to embark upon your desired goals then this Mercury retrograde is a great time to seek information through the mind or physical travel.
Mercury Retrograde periods can cause technical problems, delays, frustrations, and mix-ups and is typically not a good time to sign contractual agreements. In the sign of Aries, tempers can be short and our anger fuse ignited far quicker than usual. The best mitigation for the April Aries energy is physical exercise. Don’t sit around and let frustration become pent up! Aries likes action and nature; get up, get out, and move!
Copyright 2011 by Linda Kaye
by Linda Kaye | Mar 17, 2011 | 2011, Archived Astro News
Equinox means balance between night and day (dark and light)!
Sunday, March 20th – 4:21 pm PDT
The movement of the Sun into Aries marks the beginning of the seasonal and Astrological New Year.
Aries is the sign that represents initiations into brand new frontiers. This is the best time of year to set aside time to meditate on the intentions that you would like to create for the manifestation of new beginnings in your life.
Aries carries a powerful force so be careful what you wish for as you just might get it! Intentions set during this period can create real changes in your life as Uranus – the planet of change – is still sitting at the Aries zero point – the potent and critical beginning point of the Astrological zodiac that is also kicking off the Cardinal Cross.
Plant the seeds of your intentions and watch them sprout and grow during the next three months, and eventually bloom during the Summer Solstice. When the Fall Equinox occurs you will have a bountiful harvest and during the winter months you can assess the entire results
Happy Spring Intention Setting!
Astrology Trivia: Did you know that Easter occurs the first Sunday following the Full Moon after the Spring Equinox? The next Full Moon occurs on April 17, and therefore, Easter occurs on April 24, this year.
Copyright 2011 by Linda Kaye
by Linda Kaye | Mar 16, 2011 | 2011, Archived Astro News
Healing Intentions for our Planet and Ourselves
Saturday, March 19, 2011 at 11:10 a.m. PDT
This month’s Full Moon will be especially large and beautiful as it rises in the east while the Sun is setting. Super “perigee Moons” occur four to six times a year and Astrologers have noted that a greater percentage of Earth-related events occur within three days either way of a Super Moon alignment.
This month’s Full Moon emphasizes Virgo’s infamous holy trinity – the integration of body, mind, and spirit. Virgo is one of the Earth signs that holds a special affinity for all things related to our planet and her depiction honors the sacredness of Earth’s bounty as she lifts the wheat staff in her hand. We are sure to feel her archetypal nervousness during these next few days due to the current vulnerability of our planet.
During this Full Moon you will want to contemplate how well you have integrated the Virgo holy trinity within your own life. If we lose awareness and ignore any one of these three sacred elements we can find ourselves in a Virgo crisis. On a collective level we continue to witness the lost connection of the human species with its Earthly body, the universal mind, and spirit. The current evolution of Earth and humanity is referred to by the Mayan’s: as “The Shift of the Ages.” This revealing truth is occurring day-by-day with the increase in natural disasters as Gaia attempts to rebalance herself.
You may recall that earlier this month I wrote in the Pisces New Moon Astro-Gram that Pisces and Virgo are the two zodiac signs associated with healing. The Full Moon is occurring in opposition to the Sun in Pisces and the Sun will remain in Pisces through the 20th of March. This Virgo Super-Moon is an especially auspicious time to continue to focus your energy, prayers, and healing intentions towards your own personal life, Japan, and our entire planet.
Following is a Native Earth Healing Prayer that embodies Virgo’s healing intentions:
O Great Creator,
I come before you in a humble manner and offer you this sacred pipe.
With tears in my eyes and an ancient song from my heart
I pray.
To the four powers of Creation,
To the Grandfather Sun,
To the Grandmother Moon,
To the Mother Earth,
And to my ancestors.
I pray for my relations in Nature,
All those who walk, crawl, fly, and swim,
Seen and unseen,
To the good spirits that exist in every part of Creation.
I ask that you bless our elders and children and families and friends,
And the brothers and sisters in prison.
I pray for the ones who are sick on drugs and alcohol
And for those homeless and forlorn.
I also pray for peace among the four races of humankind.
May there be good health and healing for this Earth,
May there be Beauty above me,
May there be Beauty below me,
May there be Beauty in me,
May there be Beauty around me.
I ask that this world be filled with Peace, Love and Beauty.
Copyright 2011 by Linda Kaye
