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
by Linda Kaye | Mar 2, 2011 | 2011, Archived Astro News
March 4, 2011 – 12:45 p.m. PT
13 degrees and 55 minutes of Pisces
The New Moon is a time of new beginnings and rebirth. It is an opportune time to set intentions for new life directions or the beginning of new projects. This is the best time of the month to plant positive thoughts in the subconscious mind with affirmations, auspicious chants, and visualizations. Inspiration, hope, and support flourish during these next couple of days for those seeking spiritual, emotional, or mental liberation of any kind.
This is likely to be a particularly enlightening New Moon because it occurs in the intuitive sign of Pisces and falls in the ninth house which represents wisdom in the lunation horoscope. Accompanied by five other heavenly bodies all traversing the sign of Pisces – Chiron, Mars, the Sun, Mercury, and Uranus – it creates a potent pack because of its emphasis of Pisces energy until Mercury and Uranus move into Aries around March 10.
As you may recall from my last Astro-gram, and Chiron in Pisces article, Pisces is the watery sign that seeks to dissolve all separating desires in order to unite with divine. It is through the artistic and soulful expression of Piscean energies that we can each experience the true essence of the all-pervading consciousness that exists within everything. Importantly, Pisces is also the last sign of the zodiac and therefore represents culminations.
Under this important New Moon, it is beneficial to take the time out of your busy schedule to ask yourself a couple of essential questions: 1) What is separating me from my truest expression of my divine self? 2) What might I need to culminate in my life so I can align to my higher nature?
Once you’ve answered these questions, take time to create intentions that will lead you into a closer relationship with your highest goals. Lastly, Pisces is one of two healing constellations of the zodiac (Virgo is the other.) Healing is an important consideration when planets are highlighting one or both of these zodiac signs. This New Moon in Pisces can help illuminate any healing work that might need to occur in order for you to connect to your heart’s truest desires. Pisces also represents the dreamtime. Therefore, pay close attention to your dreams and any messages they may try to provide to you over the next couple of days.
Copyright 2011 by Linda Kaye
by Linda Kaye | Feb 16, 2011 | 2011, Archived Astro News
29 degrees and 20 minutes
Friday, Feb 18, 2011, 12:36 a.m. PT
The Moon and her fluctuating phases symbolize the perpetual change that is constant throughout the entire universe. The lunar cycle can be seen as the great medicine wheel of life, death and rebirth. Attuning to the various lunar phases allows us to embrace our own personal rebirth and renewal.
Full Moons foster and illuminate the sacred feminine’s gifts of abundant love, growth, nurturing, and bonding, so this is the best time of the month to honor the Great Mother Goddess through rituals such as prayer, raising energy, and life celebrations.
Many shamanic practitioners refer to the full Moon as Moon Mother because during such times our prayers are amplified and the Moon’s medicinal powers are bestowed upon our planet and all its lifeforms. As such, we should follow the shaman’s example and give thanks for the abundance received, and ask that abundance be given to all beings on Earth for healing and restoration of balance in the universe.
This month’s full Moon is in the fiery sign of Leo, which is ruled by the Sun and represented by the proud and powerful lion. The Sun’s illuminating rays bestow life; sacred wisdom through spiritual practice; and the ability to creatively actualize ourselves. A symbol of divine knowledge in many cultures, the lion is recognized from Europe to Africa as the power of the Shakti– divine energy. The Hindus, for example, believe that the Man-Lion, Vishnu has both the sovereignty and power of dharma (law) to destroy evil and ignorance.
Furthermore, Leo is the sign that represents children and creativity in general; Leos enjoy romance, are gregarious, generous, and playful. Physically, Leo rules the heart and most lions have tender hearts that need personal nurturing and if ignored, their heart may seek attention by developing a physical condition. When balanced and healthy, the lion is a strong leader, courageous, regal, and proud.
During this month’s full Moon you can manifest your goals by contemplating and integrating these powerful feminine and leonine qualities into your life. For example, you may wish to creatively actualize or cultivate stronger leadership skills; romance and partnerships; spiritual wisdom; or the healing of heart wounds.
(The next Full Moon Ceremony Maria Alvarez and I co-facilitate will take place in April. Please watch for details in my upcoming Astro-Grams.)
Copyright 2011 by Linda Kaye
by Linda Kaye | Feb 1, 2011 | 2011, Archived Astro News
13 degrees & 53 minutes
Wednesday, February 2nd, 6:30 p.m. PT
The sign of The Water Bearer and Freedom Seeker
Aquarius is the celestial sign that bestows the universal cosmic waters onto humankind and our planet. Although Aquarius is an air sign, it is known as “The Water Bearer” and this connection through the healing element of water symbolizes an ability to spread its cosmic gifts of giving and restoring life to humanity.
Among many things, Aquarius is the sign associated with futuristic thinking. Aquarians are humanitarian and philanthropic by nature with an intention to make the world a better place. Because this February New Moon is closely aligned to Mars, the god of action, it is a wonderful time for each of us to set new intentions to actively help make our planet habitable for all sentient beings now and in the future.
Aquarius is ruled by the planets Saturn and Uranus. Saturn is interested in maintaining the status quo, whereas Uranus wants unprecedented and sometimes radical change. Although these two are seemingly at odds with one another, they are the cosmic energies that ensure change, and therefore evolution. Their message reveals the need for embracing change, because if we resist, we may very likely find ourselves in the midst of a crisis.
This New Moon is an important time to evaluate your own desires and need for change. Set intentions for the winds of Aquarius to blow, and for its healing waters to flow into your life.
Copyright 2011 by Linda Kaye
