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New Moon in Taurus ~ April 21, 2012

Friday, April 20, 2012 Jan


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New Moons signify rebirth, beginnings, a clean slate, the start of a new cycle. This new moon highlights Taurus qualities (determined, practical, devoted, grounded, dependable) and 2nd house themes (material security, values, self-worth). On a spiritual/higher plane, the Moon in Taurus seeks inner peace through stability and contentment. Taurus is natively ruled by Venus.

This Taurus-New Moon (blending of heart & soul) is happily aligned to Neptune in Pisces, enhancing sensitivities, spirituality, creativity, and our sense of universal connection. At best, this energy gives strength through faith, insight by going within, and inspired creations. At worst, getting lost in the illusion.

Neptune governs all things unseen, and especially in Pisces, may not fare very well in the tangible world. Taurus, on the other hand, is all about the physical realm. Taurus brings stability, grounding and a sense of reality to the Moon. The merging of inspiration and reality/spirituality and practicality offers a new moon phase full of possibilities that can turn into realities.

The new moon occurs at 2° of Taurus. Those born within 3 days of April 21 or October 25; or have planets/house angles around 2° of fixed signs may feel the effects of this new moon stronger than most.

For me, this New Moon sextiles both my Sun and North Node and as a Virgo-rising, falls in my natal 8th house (endings/debt); as a Cancer-Sun, my solar 11th house (friendships). I will always welcome a renewal in my house of debt :) and of course, I can never have too many friends!

How might this new moon manifest in your life? Look to the natal house this new moon will occupy in your birth chart. Match the sign and degree to the sign on the house cusp. Use the list below to identify the Taurus zodiac sign then click here to read about the New Moon in Houses.



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For those without a birth chart, you may use your Sun sign or Rising/Ascendant sign, if you know it. Look for your Sun and Rising signs below then click here for an explanation of New Moon illuminating those houses.
  • Aries-Sun or Aries Rising ~ 2nd House
  • Taurus-Sun or Taurus Rising ~ 1st House
  • Gemini-Sun or Gemini-Rising ~ 12th House
  • Cancer-Sun or Cancer-Rising ~ 11th House
  • Leo-Sun or Leo-Rising ~ 10th House
  • Virgo-Sun or Virgo-Rising ~ 9th House
  • Libra-Sun or Libra-Rising ~ 8th House
  • Scorpio-Sun or Scorpio-Rising ~ 7th House
  • Sagittarius-Sun or Sagittarius-Rising ~ 6th House
  • Capricorn-Sun or Capricorn-Rising ~ 5th House
  • Aquarius-Sun or Aquarius-Rising ~ 4th House
  • Pisces-Sun or Pisces-Rising ~ 3rd House
Unsure if you have natal planets/house angles on or around 2° of fixed signs? Cast your own birth chart at alabe.com for use as reference -- birth date, time, and place required.

For those doing the new moon wishes ritual, the moon will be new on April 21st at 12:18 a.m. Pacific / 3:18 a.m. Eastern and will be void of course the following day, April 22nd at 10:10 a.m. Pacific / 1:10 p.m. Eastern. Click here for Jan Spiller's DailyOm.com article, briefly explaining new moon wishes. (opens a new window)

Related article: New Moon in Natal Houses

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Jupiter Trine Pluto ~ July 7, 2011

Thursday, June 30, 2011 Jan

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Last month, Jupiter entered Taurus on June 4th, then immediately linked up with Neptune (insight/spirituality/the subconscious) on June 8th. And last weekend on July 2nd, Jupiter aligned with Chiron (what's broken and needs healing). Now, Jupiter trines Pluto on July 7th.

A trine is harmonious alignment between at least two planets. Jupiter trine Pluto offers a chance to overcome difficulties. Perhaps, a breakthrough resulting from a breakdown or a transformation through surrender/the act of relinquishing control...in release, we stumble onto the answer we've been searching for or the clarity we've been seeking. In letting go, we rise above and are able to 'see' the bigger picture which enables us to carve a path towards our destination.

With Pluto involved, there must first be a confrontation of truth, of recognizing our own on shadows, of becoming aware of unhealthy habits or patterns. Through that process of realization, there must then be a 'death', elimination, purging before there can be a renewal, a transformation, a breakthrough.

Jupiter reminds us of the best that life can offer, gives hope, offers opportunities, expands our horizon, and fosters personal growth. Pluto is the (dwarf) planet of power, able to regenerate, renew, transform through digging deeper and deeper until the root cause is revealed so that it can be destroyed, expunged. Both Jupiter and Pluto transit earth signs (Jupiter in Taurus & Pluto in Capricorn) so, for most of us their influence could be something related to our material world -- security, income, structure, a change in what's been the norm/accepted?

This can also be experienced as a grounding/stabilizing energy following the Jupiter sextile Neptune which may have opened our spiritual eyes onto something we've been missing, and Jupiter sextile Chiron where old wounds might have resurfaced so healing can occur.

Jupiter trine Pluto occurs on July 7th at 6 degrees. Those celebrating a birthday on the days approaching to this trine's perfection may find this energy present throughout their Solar Return year (astrological birthday year).

This is the first of three occurrences. Jupiter will once again trine Pluto on:
  • October 28, 2011 at 5 degrees and 19 minutes
  • March 12/13, 2012 at 9 degrees and 19 minutes
Those with natal planets/house angles around these degrees may experience this Jupiter-Pluto trine more powerfully than others.

For me, with my natal Cancer-Sun at 5 degrees, Jupiter sextiles my Sun while Pluto opposes it. Pluto additionally squares my natal Uranus (triggering the natal square between my Sun and my Uranus) and sextiles my North Node (triggering my natal Sun-North Node sextile and Uranus-North Node quincunx)...which means, I better change or else!! I wouldn't want to find out the 'or else', especially with the recent Cancer-Solar Eclipse square my Chiron (what's broken and needs healing).

How might Jupiter trine Pluto manifest in your world? Look to the Capricorn and Taurus-ruled houses in your natal and/or solar charts to gain insight and see if you have natal planet/house angles on or around 6 degrees of fixed or cardinal signs.

Unsure if you have natal planets/house planets near 6 degrees of fixed and/or mutable signs? Cast your own birth chart at alabe.com for use as reference -- birth date, time, and place required.

Alternatively, I am also available for personal consultations tailored to your needs. Are you celebrating a birthday? Or know someone who is? Schedule your session for a Solar Return (birthdays), 3-Chart Reading (detailed natal & overall outlook for the next 12 months) or 24-month Pluto Transit. You may also request a quote for a more customized reading tailored to your needs. You might also consider giving a loved one the gift of insight.

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Jupiter Sextile Neptune ~ June 8, 2011

Sunday, June 05, 2011 Jan



What's your dream? Jupiter (abundance) sextiles Neptune (enlightenment) on June 8th. This first half of June is a good time to be reminded of our idealism. Getting back in touch with our dreams can go a long way into giving hope to difficult life events or impossible situations. Regaining our sense of wonder and faith help offer an alternate perspective into an existing issue.

Jupiter reminds us of the best that life can offer. Neptune urges us to look beyond the tangible world. Jupiter represents expansion, luck, happiness, and opportunities. He is currently in Taurus, where his energy seeks comfort and stability. Neptune governs the subconscious world, spirituality, visions, and imagination. She is presently in her home sign of Pisces.

Elsewhere in the sky and on the day that Jupiter and Neptune perfect their sextile, Chiron (healing), who is also transiting Pisces, stations for retrograde motion. As he turns his focus inward, Chiron reinforces the Neptunian/Piscean spiritual/intuitive/reflective nature.

Take advantage of their alliance by broadening your interests, stepping out of your comfort zone, or cultivating a more spiritual approach to daily life. Keep in mind that, at worst, Jupiter can be overzealous or overly optimistic, and Neptune can be confusing or too much of an escapist. So although, this may not be the time take action towards achieving your dreams, it's an ideal time to awaken your conscious self to whatever unconscious or semi-conscious drives you may have. What you eventually do with whatever's unmasked is up to you :)

Jupiter sextile Neptune occurs at almost 1 degree of Taurus (fixed sign) and Pisces (mutable sign). Those born around February 18-21 and April 19-22 or those with natal planets/house angles near 1 degree of fixed or mutable signs may be more sensitive to this Jupiter-Neptune sextile.

Unsure if you have natal planets/house planets near 1 degree of fixed or mutable signs? Cast your own birth chart at alabe.com for use as reference -- birth date, time, and place required.

Alternatively, I am also available for personal consultations tailored to your needs. Are you celebrating a birthday? Or know someone who is? Schedule your session for a Solar Return (birthdays) or 3-Chart Reading (detailed natal & overall outlook for the next 12 months) or request a quote for a more customized reading tailored to your needs. Consider giving a loved one the gift of insight.

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Jupiter in Taurus ~ June 4, 2011 to July 11, 2012

Saturday, May 28, 2011 Jan

Sharpening up Jupiter - credit and copyright to the European Southern Observatory

Rejoice, Taurus-Suns! and Taurus-risings :) Jupiter will soon be leaving Aries to visit Taurus for a year! Jupiter represents good luck, joy, expansion, opportunities, higher education, and personal growth through our interests, experience and spirituality. He also governs publishing, travel, foreigners and exposure to other cultures. At best, Jupiter brings a wealth of knowledge, understanding, growth, opportunities, and also financial gains. At worst, overindulgent, excessive, wasteful, and unable to get past "dreaming" to make dreams a reality.

Jupiter enters Taurus on June 4 at 6:56 a.m. PDT / 9:56 p.m. EDT and will stay through July 11, 2012. He retrogrades on August 30 at 10 degrees, turns direct on December 25 at zero degree, and then retraces his steps over the first ten degrees of Taurus all over again before continuing on to transiting the rest of Taurus through July 11, 2012. That's a full year of uninterrupted visit in the sign that governs material worth, financial security, and tangible possessions (in the physical plane); and self-worth, our value system, and special talents/gifts (in the spiritual sense). Maybe our wallets get fatter or maybe we overspend. Maybe we gain a greater sense of self or develop an overblown ego. Maybe we learn to create opportunities for ourselves instead of waiting around for things to be offered to us. Or maybe we learn to recognize when opportunities are knocking at the door. How will you make use of Jupiter's Taurean transit in your life?

Upon entering Taurus, Jupiter quickly allies with Neptune (inspiration/insight), who is transiting her home sign of Pisces and is focused on the higher purpose, our interconnectedness, and how we can all benefit or ruin each other through our decisions/actions/inaction. Jupiter's first week in Taurus can be a period where our actions are inspired by our higher self and thoughts driven by what represents 'the greater good'. Do watch out for overoptimism or being overly generous. Jupiter and Neptune getting along too well might give the effect for a false sense of security.

From the moment Jupiter begins his transit in Taurus until early 2012, he will be under the umbrella of a semi-sextile with Uranus in Aries (radical change/breaking away from the norm), a sextile with Chiron in Pisces (old wounds surfacing needing to be healed), and a trine with Pluto in Capricorn (restructuring foundation/purging unnecessaries). Since the slower moving celestial bodies are still within the early degrees of the zodiac signs they are transiting, Taureans and those with fixed & cardinal sun signs who are born early in their signs may experience these Jupiter alignments more readily and undeniably than others. Those with natal planets/house angles between 4-6 degrees of fixed and cardinal signs may also notice certain areas within their birth charts triggered and gain extra focus during this time.

For those born with their natal Jupiter in Taurus, you're lucky enough to have your Jupiter Return. Jupiter Returns occur every 12 years, approximately, and usually coincide with major life events in both or either the external world or the more personal, inner journey. Whichever it may play out for you, if you are going through a Jupiter Return, take advantage of Jupiter's blessings especially during the first 12 months of your return. This is typically a time for new ventures.

Jupiter's links with the slower moving celestial bodies will perfect on the following dates. (all dates reflect North America Pacific time zone and influence is strongest within the immediate days before and after the exact dates):

  • June 8, 2011 ~ Jupiter sextile Neptune-rx at 0 degree, 55 minutes
  • June 28, 2011 ~ Jupiter semisextile Uranus at 4 degrees, 20 minutes; 1st of 3 occurrences
  • July 2, 2011 ~ Jupiter sextile Chiron-rx at 5 degrees, 12 minutes; 1st of 3 occurrences
  • July 7, 2011 ~ Jupiter trine Pluto-rx at 5 degrees, 20 minutes; 1st of 3 occurrences.
  • November 18, 2011 ~ Jupiter-rx Trine Pluto at 5 degrees, 57 minutes; 2nd of 3 occurrences.
  • December 6, 2011 ~ Jupiter-rx sextile Chiron at 0 degree, 58 minutes; 2nd of 3 occurrences
  • December 12, 2011 ~ Jupiter-rx semisextile Uranus at 0 degree, 38 minutes; 2nd of 3 occurrences
  • January 17, 2012 ~ Jupiter semisextile Uranus at 1 degree, 16 minutes; 3rd of 3 occurrences
  • February 14, 2012 ~ Jupiter Sextile Chiron at 4 degrees, 32 minutes; 3rd of 3 occurrences. Happy Valentine's Day :)
  • March 12, 2012 ~ Jupiter Trine Pluto at 9 degrees, 20 minutes; 3rd of 3 occurrences.


How might Jupiter's transit in Taurus manifest in your world? Look to the Taurus-ruled house/s in your birth chart. Match the sign with the house cusp/s on your birth chart. Use the list of zodiac sign below to identify the Taurus zodiac sign on your birth chart then click here for an explanation of Jupiter transiting those solar and/or natal houses.



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For those without a birth chart, you may use your Sun sign or Rising/Ascendant sign, if you know it. Look for your Sun and/or Rising Sign below then click here for an explanation of Jupiter transiting those solar and/or natal houses.
  • Aries-Sun or Aries Rising ~ 2nd House
  • Taurus-Sun or Taurus Rising ~ 1st House
  • Gemini-Sun or Gemini-Rising ~ 12th House
  • Cancer-Sun or Cancer-Rising ~ 11th House
  • Leo-Sun or Leo-Rising ~ 10th House
  • Virgo-Sun or Virgo-Rising ~ 9th House
  • Libra-Sun or Libra-Rising ~ 8th House
  • Scorpio-Sun or Scorpio-Rising ~ 7th House
  • Sagittarius-Sun or Sagittarius-Rising ~ 6th House
  • Capricorn-Sun or Capricorn-Rising ~ 5th House
  • Aquarius-Sun or Aquarius-Rising ~ 4th House
  • Pisces-Sun or Pisces-Rising ~ 3rd House


Alternatively, you may cast your own birth chart at alabe.com for use as reference -- birth date, time, and place required.

Are you celebrating a birthday? Schedule a session for a Solar Return (birthdays) or 3-Chart Package Reading (detailed natal & overall outlook for the next 12 months). Or you might consider giving a loved one the gift of insight.

Have a question or need a quote for a more customized reading, ask me here.

What significance do planets, signs, and houses have in astrology? Planets have the function, the job to do. The style/manner they will use get that job done is defined by the zodiac sign they occupy. Where in our life the job gets done is determined by the house the planet occupies/transits. So, when Mars (aggression) is in Aries (bold), he is more assertive than when he is in Cancer (sensitive). When traveling through the 10th house (professional life), he may bring his confidence and motivation in matters relating to our career. While in the 11th house (friendships), we may be more inclined to having our social calendar packed with activities. Having the foresight for what may be coming up or receiving confirmation on what may be happening now are ways astrology can be beneficial ... as above, so below.

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"Sharpening up Jupiter" - Image credit and copyright to the European Southern Observatory/F. Marchis, M. Wong, E. Marchetti, P. Amico, S. Tordo.

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Mercury in Taurus ~ May 15 to June 2, 2011

Wednesday, May 11, 2011 Jan

Bull. Original image source unknown.

About an hour after Venus begins her visit in Taurus, Mercury follows suit. He leaves fiery Aries for earthy Taurus.

Mercury governs all manners of thinking, communicating, transportation and commerce. In Aries, Mercury is quick-thinking, impulsive, creative, can be rash when making decisions and pushy to get their way. In Taurus, Mercury is practical, thorough, considerate, slower to decide, can be stubborn if change is necessary and lazy if things aren't progressing as they desire.

At best, Mercury in Taurus is reliable, determined, persistent, patient, purposeful with a clear, and exhaustive mind. At worst, unyielding, frustrated, unmotivated, possessive, and greedy.

While Mercury is in Taurus, we are encouraged to take our raw ideas and develop a plan to implement them, think beyond the now, and secure future goals. Make some commitments or do right by existing commitments. There is no reason to rush when Taurean energy is at the helm. What matters, however, is that each step taken is measured and decisions made are well thought out. In our interactions, Mercury in Taurus will require tangible proof -- some or all of the five senses will need to be satisfied before something can be declared fact or real.

Don't get too pushy while Mercury is in Taurus. Things need to marinate. There's a level of comfort required before Taurean energy can make concessions. Patience. Recognize the benefits of thinking things through and respect the process necessary to accomplish goals with determined actions.

On the day Mercury and Venus (relationships/finances) enter Taurus, both immediately form a harmonious, opportunistic alignment with Neptune (compassion/insight). This energy might be reminiscent of the previous week, when Mercury and Venus were inches from each other and both were also commingling with Jupiter (ideals/opportunities) in Aries.

Mercury enters Taurus on May 15 at 4:18 p.m. PDT / 7:18 p.m. EDT and will stay through June 2. While in Taurus, Mercury will align with the following celestial bodies (all dates reflect North America Pacific time zone; allow +/-2 days for life span of influence):

  • May 16 ~ Mercury conjunct Venus and both sextile Neptune. covered above
  • May 19 to 22 ~ Mercury conjunct Mars, both sextile Chiron and trine Pluto-rx, while Mercury also quincunx Saturn-rx. Let heart, mind and soul reflect our thoughts, words, actions within our relationships and in our interactions. Be aware of where our thoughts and actions are rooted from. We can heal the self, help others heal, or get stuck in reliving painful experiences/memories or be the cause of someone else's sorrow. Mental blockages or communication breakdown may be additional challenges due to Saturn's influence. Also on May 21st, Sun enters Gemini.


How might Mercury transit in Taurus manifest in your world? Look to the Taurus-ruled house/s in your birth chart. Match the sign with the house cusp/s on your birth chart. Use the list of zodiac sign below to identify the Taurus zodiac sign on your birth chart then click here for an explanation of Mercury transiting those solar and/or natal houses.



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For those without a birth chart, you may use your Sun sign or Rising/Ascendant sign, if you know it. Look for your Sun and/or Rising Sign below then click here for an explanation of Mercury transiting those solar and/or natal houses.
  • Aries-Sun or Aries Rising ~ 2nd House
  • Taurus-Sun or Taurus Rising ~ 1st House
  • Gemini-Sun or Gemini-Rising ~ 12th House
  • Cancer-Sun or Cancer-Rising ~ 11th House
  • Leo-Sun or Leo-Rising ~ 10th House
  • Virgo-Sun or Virgo-Rising ~ 9th House
  • Libra-Sun or Libra-Rising ~ 8th House
  • Scorpio-Sun or Scorpio-Rising ~ 7th House
  • Sagittarius-Sun or Sagittarius-Rising ~ 6th House
  • Capricorn-Sun or Capricorn-Rising ~ 5th House
  • Aquarius-Sun or Aquarius-Rising ~ 4th House
  • Pisces-Sun or Pisces-Rising ~ 3rd House
Alternatively, you may cast your own birth chart at alabe.com for use as reference -- birth date, time, and place required.

Are you celebrating a birthday? Schedule a session for a Solar Return (birthdays) or 3-Chart Package Reading (detailed natal & overall outlook for the next 12 months). Or you might consider giving a loved one the gift of insight.

Have a question or need a quote for a more customized reading, ask me here.

What significance do planets, signs, and houses have in astrology? Planets have the function, the job to do. The style/manner they will use get that job done is defined by the zodiac sign they occupy. Where in our life the job gets done is determined by the house the planet occupies/transits. So, when Mars (aggression) is in Aries (bold), he is more assertive than when he is in Cancer (sensitive). When traveling through the 10th house (professional life), he may bring his confidence and motivation in matters relating to our career. While in the 11th house (friendships), we may be more inclined to having our social calendar packed with activities. Having the foresight for what may be coming up or receiving confirmation on what may be happening now are ways astrology can be beneficial ... as above, so below.

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Venus in Taurus ~ May 15 to June 9, 2011

Tuesday, May 10, 2011 Jan



Venus follows Mars' lead and leaves Aries. She is homebound to Taurus, where she joins the Sun and Mars [and where Mercury will soon be joining]. Venus represents love (how we love & how we want to be loved), relationships (how we relate to others & the self), worth (material and self), our values and personal tastes.

In Aries, Venus is instinctive, independent, confident, ardent, bold, and magnetic. In Taurus, Venus seeks stability and longevity in her relationships, is sensual, pleasure-seeking, comfort-loving, and driven by material security. Love is an investment. Relationships are grounding. A simple touch evokes depth of meaning. A mere look can unleash a host of intentions.

This year, while Venus is in Taurus, the Sun (conscious will), Mercury (thought/communication), and Mars (action/assertiveness) are also in Taurus. Great energy for Taurean-Suns/Risings or earth Suns/Risings. Fire and Air signs would benefit most if they are open to allow some of Taurus' slow but sure approach into their day to day. Moving too fast might be met with blockages, missteps, or miscalculations. Impulsiveness may prove too costly on one's wallet, reputation, or even lost/wasted time and energy.

On the day Venus enters Taurus, Mercury is right behind her and both quickly form a harmonious, opportunistic alignment with Neptune (compassion/insight). This energy might be reminiscent of the previous week, when Mercury and Venus were inches from each other and both were also commingling with Jupiter (ideals/opportunities) in Aries.

Venus enters Taurus on May 15 at 3:12 p.m. PDT / 6:12 p.m. EDT and will stay through June 9th. While in Taurus, Venus will align with the following celestial bodies (all dates reflect North America Pacific time zone; allow +/-2 days for life span of influence):

  • May 16 ~ Mercury conjunct Venus and both sextile Neptune. covered above
  • May 19 to 21 ~ Mercury, Venus and Mars sextile Chiron, while trine Pluto-rx. Let heart, mind and soul reflect our thoughts, words, actions within our relationships and in our interactions. Be aware of where our thoughts and actions are rooted from. We can heal the self, help others heal, or get stuck in reliving painful experiences/memories or be the cause of someone's sorrow. Also on May 21st, Sun enters Gemini.
  • May 23 ~ Venus conjunct Mars and quincunx Saturn-rx. Last time Venus and Mars met this way (blending energies in Taurus) was in 2009. The celestial energy surrounding them then is much different than now. There may be a bit more tension now or maybe more restrictions/limitations with Saturn looming in the scene. But the extra challenge can be used to produce something that is positive and encourages growth and harmony.


How might Venus' transit in Taurus manifest in your world? Look to the Taurus-ruled house/s in your birth chart. Match the sign with the house cusp/s on your birth chart. Use the list of zodiac sign below to identify the Taurus zodiac sign on your birth chart then click here for an explanation of Venus transiting those solar and/or natal houses.



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For those without a birth chart, you may use your Sun sign or Rising/Ascendant sign, if you know it. Look for your Sun and/or Rising Sign below then click here for an explanation of Venus transiting those solar and/or natal houses.
  • Aries-Sun or Aries Rising ~ 2nd House
  • Taurus-Sun or Taurus Rising ~ 1st House
  • Gemini-Sun or Gemini-Rising ~ 12th House
  • Cancer-Sun or Cancer-Rising ~ 11th House
  • Leo-Sun or Leo-Rising ~ 10th House
  • Virgo-Sun or Virgo-Rising ~ 9th House
  • Libra-Sun or Libra-Rising ~ 8th House
  • Scorpio-Sun or Scorpio-Rising ~ 7th House
  • Sagittarius-Sun or Sagittarius-Rising ~ 6th House
  • Capricorn-Sun or Capricorn-Rising ~ 5th House
  • Aquarius-Sun or Aquarius-Rising ~ 4th House
  • Pisces-Sun or Pisces-Rising ~ 3rd House


Alternatively, you may cast your own birth chart at alabe.com for use as reference -- birth date, time, and place required.

Are you celebrating a birthday? Schedule a session for a Solar Return (birthdays) or 3-Chart Package Reading (detailed natal & overall outlook for the next 12 months). Or consider giving a loved one the gift of insight.

Have a question or need a quote for a more customized reading, ask me here.

What significance do planets, signs, and houses have in astrology? Planets have the function, the job to do. The style/manner they will use get that job done is defined by the zodiac sign they occupy. Where in our life the job gets done is determined by the house the planet occupies/transits. So, when Mars (aggression) is in Aries (bold), he is more assertive than when he is in Cancer (sensitive). When traveling through the 10th house (professional life), he may bring his confidence and motivation in matters relating to our career. While in the 11th house (friendships), we may be more inclined to having our social calendar packed with activities. Having the foresight for what may be coming up or receiving confirmation on what may be happening now are ways astrology can be beneficial ... as above, so below.

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Mars in Taurus ~ May 11 to June 20, 2011

Saturday, May 07, 2011 Jan


Sunset as watched by Mars rover Opportunity, November 2010. Credit and copyright to NASA.


Mars leaves his home sign of Aries to transit the slower-moving, more sure-footed Taurus on May 11 at 12:03 a.m. PDT / 3:03 p.m. EDT, where he'll remain until June 20. Taurean energy pulls a fast and hard brake to Mars' "ready for action" energy. Mars represents our physical drives, aggression, passions, anger, self-assertion, confidence and the motivation behind our efforts.

In contrast to Aries, where Mars has been for several weeks and where ignition, motion and immediate action are the goal, Taurus is a sign that cares about what sticks around. Taurean energy needs to have a backup plan... sometimes, a backup to the backup :) So, although Mars in Taurus may take its sweet time to get moving along, steps are greatly measured and follow the well thought out plan as closely as the actual situation/s may be playing out.

The period that Mars transits Taurus could very well be a productive time for us, personally as well as in business/at work. What Mars in Aries may have begun, we now have the opportunity to develop so that our efforts to date could be something that have lasting effects. What may have been difficult to initiate during Mars in Aries because there might have been too many ideas or missteps or impulsive acts, could have a chance in becoming a reality with Mars in Taurus at the helm.

Taurean energy is reliable, steadfast, and stubborn enough to be determined in achieving its objectives. Sometimes, however, the stubbornness can be a hindrance in moving things forward, due to not giving others or their ideas an opportunity to truly be heard or considered. Allow Mars in Taurus to make what's already good and great to something that is built to last or something that gains a more profound meaning/importance within your personal world and/or beyond.

Do watch out for the temptation to be lazy, being too comfortable to attempt change, or becoming overwhelmed by the gravity of situation/s. There's movement in little steps. There's impact in small efforts. What matters more is what drives our actions and what motivates our decisions.

As soon as Mars enters Taurus, he quickly aligns with Neptune (compassion/insight) who is happily at home in Pisces. Allow Neptune in Pisces to tap into our deeper self and may our actions truly reflect the change we want to see in ourselves and in our world. Elsewhere in the sky on this same day, a triple conjunction in Aries between Mercury (thought/communication), Venus (relationships/finances), and Jupiter (ideals/opportunities) is also happening. A last push ... a final hurrah for Mercury and Venus before they leave Aries to transit Taurus beginning May 15th.

While in Taurus, Mars will align with the following celestial bodies (all dates reflect North America Pacific time zone; allow +/-2 days for life span of influence):
  • May 12 ~ Mars sextile Neptune. covered above
  • May 18 ~ Mars sextile Chiron. Sometimes, it's when we are brave enough to allow ourselves to truly feel our pain, our deeply-rooted wounds, without judgements that we are able to release what may have been holding us prisoner. This energy between Mars and Chiron encourages healing within the self, as well as helping others with healing their wounds, but not at the cost of our own growth or well being.
  • May 20 to 21 ~ Mercury, Venus and Mars trine Pluto-rx. Let heart, mind and soul reflect our thoughts, words, actions within our relationships and in our interactions. Be aware of where our thoughts and actions are rooted from. The urge to buy may also be great :) Also on May 21st, Sun enters Gemini.
  • May 23 ~ Venus conjunct Mars. Last time they met this way was in 2009. The celestial energy surrounding them then is much different than now. There may be a bit more tension now, but that tension can be used to produce something that is positive and encourages growth and harmony.
  • May 25 ~ Mars quincunx Saturn-rx. What we must do goes against what we'd like to do. But we are bound to the 'shoulds' and not so much 'coulds'. There is a time and place for our desires. But, alas, today may not be that day.


How might Mars' transit in Taurus manifest in your world? Look to the Taurus-ruled house/s in your birth chart. Match the sign with the house cusp/s on your birth chart. Use the list of zodiac sign below to identify the Taurus zodiac sign on your birth chart then click here for an explanation of Mars transiting those solar and/or natal houses.



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For those without a birth chart, you may use your Sun sign or Rising/Ascendant sign, if you know it. Look for your Sun and/or Rising Sign below then click here for an explanation of Mars transiting those solar and/or natal houses.
  • Aries-Sun or Aries Rising ~ 2nd House
  • Taurus-Sun or Taurus Rising ~ 1st House
  • Gemini-Sun or Gemini-Rising ~ 12th House
  • Cancer-Sun or Cancer-Rising ~ 11th House
  • Leo-Sun or Leo-Rising ~ 10th House
  • Virgo-Sun or Virgo-Rising ~ 9th House
  • Libra-Sun or Libra-Rising ~ 8th House
  • Scorpio-Sun or Scorpio-Rising ~ 7th House
  • Sagittarius-Sun or Sagittarius-Rising ~ 6th House
  • Capricorn-Sun or Capricorn-Rising ~ 5th House
  • Aquarius-Sun or Aquarius-Rising ~ 4th House
  • Pisces-Sun or Pisces-Rising ~ 3rd House

Alternatively, you may cast your own birth chart at alabe.com for use as reference -- birth date, time, and place required.

Are you celebrating a birthday? Schedule a session for a Solar Return (birthdays) or 3-Chart Package Reading (detailed natal & overall outlook for the next 12 months). Or consider giving a loved one the gift of insight.

Have a question or need a quote for a more customized reading, ask me here.

What significance do planets, signs, and houses have in astrology? Planets have the function, the job to do. The style/manner they will use get that job done is defined by the zodiac sign they occupy. Where in our life the job gets done is determined by the house the planet occupies/transits. So, when Mars (aggression) is in Aries (bold), he is more assertive than when he is in Cancer (sensitive). When traveling through the 10th house (professional life), he may bring his confidence and motivation in matters relating to our career. While in the 11th house (friendships), we may be more inclined to having our social calendar packed with activities. Having the foresight for what may be coming up or receiving confirmation on what may be happening now are ways astrology can be beneficial ... as above, so below.

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Sunset Watched by Opportunity, November 2010. Credit and copyright to NASA.

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New Moon in Taurus ~ May 2/3, 2011

Tuesday, April 26, 2011 Jan

Bull, Taurus by Loet Vanderveen

New Moons signify rebirth, beginnings, a clean slate, the start of a new cycle. This new moon highlights Taurus qualities (determined, practical, devoted, grounded, dependable) and 2nd house themes (material security, values, self-worth). On a spiritual/higher plane, the Moon in Taurus seeks inner peace through stability and contentment. Taurus is natively ruled by Venus.

In Taurus, the Moon is said to be 'exalted' (in its best zodiacal sign placement). As I've explained in previous posts,

perhaps the Moon's greatest "weakness" might be that she's too changeable. It isn't that she can't make up her mind or stick to it. Her decisions are based on her feelings/intuition. Her emotions vacillate as often as she moves one degree every few hours within the sign she is transiting and as she changes zodiac signs every few days. She dons the personality and experiences the wealth emotions from twelve different signs in about 30 days.

Taurus is the bull -- steadfast and reliable, with feet firmly on the ground. Taurus is also comfort-seeking which is a huge plus for the Moon. Simply put, Taurus offers the Moon what she needs -- emotional security -- which is probably all she really wants sometimes ... to be able to feel, yet not get lost in them or be driven to action solely by them.

The Taurus-New Moon (blending of heart & soul) forms a quincunx (an irritating link) with Saturn-rx (reality/restrictions). The New Moon in Taurus is one of two financially-related new moons we get this year. The link with Saturn in Libra could also give a focus on our relationships, including that which we have with the self or the relationship we have with money/material security.

The energy of this new moon might be extra challenging for those of us who are not quite ready to face facts, not mature enough to own up to our part, not committed to making the difficult but necessary changes, or unable to get past what's wrong/broken/unpleasant/unfair.

In addition to our financial status, this is new moon phase is an ideal time to re-evaluate our value system -- what do we truly value in life? how much of our energy are we exerting towards what is valuable to us? how about our own worth (material worth or self-worth)? Determine what is worth our precious time and build upon that.

Elsewhere in the sky, Mars (action/motivation) and Jupiter (expansiveness/opportunities) blend energies while both link harmoniously with the North Node (life path), giving us all a chance to make happen or move towards what we must/should or believe we must/should.

The moon will be new on May 2 at 11:51 p.m. PDT / May 3 at 2:51 a.m. EDT and occurs at 13 degrees of Taurus. Those born within 3 days of May 2 or November 5; or have planets/house angles around 13 degrees of fixed signs may experience the effects of this new moon stronger than most.

How might this new moon manifest in your life? Look to the natal house this new moon will occupy in your birth chart. Match the sign and degree to the sign on the house cusp. Use the list below to identify the Taurus zodiac sign then click here to read about the New Moon in Houses.



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For those without a birth chart, you may use your Sun sign or Rising/Ascendant sign, if you know it. Look for your Sun and Rising signs below then click here for an explanation of New Moon illuminating those houses.
  • Aries-Sun or Aries Rising ~ 2nd House
  • Taurus-Sun or Taurus Rising ~ 1st House
  • Gemini-Sun or Gemini-Rising ~ 12th House
  • Cancer-Sun or Cancer-Rising ~ 11th House
  • Leo-Sun or Leo-Rising ~ 10th House
  • Virgo-Sun or Virgo-Rising ~ 9th House
  • Libra-Sun or Libra-Rising ~ 8th House
  • Scorpio-Sun or Scorpio-Rising ~ 7th House
  • Sagittarius-Sun or Sagittarius-Rising ~ 6th House
  • Capricorn-Sun or Capricorn-Rising ~ 5th House
  • Aquarius-Sun or Aquarius-Rising ~ 4th House
  • Pisces-Sun or Pisces-Rising ~ 3rd House

Unsure if you have natal planets/house angles on or around 13 degrees of fixed signs? Cast your own birth chart at alabe.com for use as reference -- birth date, time, and place required.

I am also available for personal consultations. Are you celebrating a birthday soon? Or know someone who is? Schedule your session for a Solar Return (birthdays) or 3-Chart Reading (detailed natal & overall outlook for the next 12 months) or ask a question/request a quote for a more customized reading tailored to your needs. You might also consider giving a loved one the gift of insight.

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Image of the sculpture - "Taurus, Bull" credit and copyright to Loet Vanderveen.

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Sun in Taurus ~ April 20 to May 21, 2011

Thursday, April 14, 2011 Jan

Wall Street Charging Bull credit to New York City Ettractions

Hit the brakes...or prepare to. The Sun sllllllllllooooooowws down in Taurus. No sudden movements.

The Sun represents our vitality, our conscious will, and our untapped potential. In Aries, the Sun is bold, confident, direct, quick-thinking, quick-acting and quick-tempered. In Taurus, the Sun slows down, steps back, makes considerations, and assesses risk vs. gain especially if there's a timeframe to work with. There is no rushing Taurean energy. Taurus moves into action when Taurus is good and ready! Watch out, though, because a Taurean is ready to move, it will take out what's in its way :)

There's comfort in 'stuff' a Taurus-Sun. Acquisition. Shopping. Satisfying the senses. Pleasure. Beauty. Stability. Seek comfort in the familiar with the Sun in Taurus.

While the Sun gets situated in Taurus, Mercury, who has been retrograde since March 30th, spends his last days in retrograde motion and will become direct on April 23rd. On the plus side, whatever we may have been waiting on will now have a chance to move forward with; wherever we may have encountered blocks, those would begin to lift; where communications have been strained, more understanding/clarity await.

On the not so great side, the three days approaching and immediately after April 23rd may be extra challenging, as Mercury changes direction. Mixing it up with this Mercury energy is the Sun's sextile to Neptune between April 19 to 22, which gives a sense of weird/strangeness in the air or maybe wanting to 'check out'/escape. In its highest form, it is enlightenment and having strong intuitive ability. Anyway, please practice patience during this short period, be aware of what your reactions are to situations, and consciously choose how you want to experience your present moment.

After April 26/27, Mercury should be back to his usual speed. This begins a great period for using the Sun in Taurus energy by giving ideas form, developing what may have been started or taking a project into the next phase. It's also an ideal period for solidifying plans, reworking the budget/finances, assessing what is truly of value, or what you really want to invest your time/energy in.

The Sun enters Taurus on April 20 at 3:17 a.m. PDT / 6:17 a.m. EDT and will stay through May 21st. While in Taurus, the Sun will align with the following celestial bodies (all dates reflect North America Pacific time zone; allow +/-2 days for life span of influence):

  • April 20 ~ Sun sextile Neptune. covered above. Also today, Venus enters Aries.
  • April 24 ~ Sun sextile Chiron. A chance to heal/regain your footing or help another gain some grounding/direction.
  • April 27 ~ Sun trine Pluto-rx. Getting into the nitty gritty. What you see may not be all there is. Focusing on what's important. Also today, Venus square Pluto-rx.
  • May 2/3 ~ New Moon in Taurus. May 2 at 11:51 p.m. PDT / May 3 at 2:51 a.m. EDT
  • May 17 ~ Full Moon in Scorpio at 4:09 a.m. PDT / 7:09 a.m. EDT

How might the Sun's transit in Taurus manifest in your world? Look to the Taurus-ruled house/s in your birth chart. Match the sign with the house cusp/s on your birth chart. Use the list of zodiac sign below to identify the Taurus zodiac sign on your birth chart then click here for an explanation of the Sun transiting those solar and/or natal houses.



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For those without a birth chart, you may use your Sun sign or Rising/Ascendant sign, if you know it. Look for your Sun and/or Rising Sign below then click here for an explanation of the Sun transiting those solar and/or natal houses.
  • Aries-Sun or Aries Rising ~ 2nd House
  • Taurus-Sun or Taurus Rising ~ 1st House
  • Gemini-Sun or Gemini-Rising ~ 12th House
  • Cancer-Sun or Cancer-Rising ~ 11th House
  • Leo-Sun or Leo-Rising ~ 10th House
  • Virgo-Sun or Virgo-Rising ~ 9th House
  • Libra-Sun or Libra-Rising ~ 8th House
  • Scorpio-Sun or Scorpio-Rising ~ 7th House
  • Sagittarius-Sun or Sagittarius-Rising ~ 6th House
  • Capricorn-Sun or Capricorn-Rising ~ 5th House
  • Aquarius-Sun or Aquarius-Rising ~ 4th House
  • Pisces-Sun or Pisces-Rising ~ 3rd House

Alternatively, you may cast your own birth chart at alabe.com for use as reference -- birth date, time, and place required.

Are you celebrating a birthday? Schedule a session for a Solar Return (birthdays) or 3-Chart Package Reading (detailed natal & overall outlook for the next 12 months). Or give the gift of insight.

Have a question or need a quote for a more customized reading, ask me here.

What significance do planets, signs, and houses have in astrology? Planets have the function, the job to do. The style/manner they will use get that job done is defined by the zodiac sign they occupy. Where in our life the job gets done is determined by the house the planet occupies/transits. So, when Mars (aggression) is in Aries (bold), he is more assertive than when he is in Cancer (sensitive). When traveling through the 10th house (professional life), he may bring his confidence and motivation in matters relating to our career. While in the 11th house (friendships), we may be more inclined to having our social calendar packed with activities. Having the foresight for what may be coming up or receiving confirmation on what may be happening now are ways astrology can be beneficial ... as above, so below.

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Full Moon in Taurus ~ November 21, 2010

Tuesday, November 16, 2010 Jan



On November 21st at 9:27 a.m. PST / 12:27 p.m. EST, the moon waxes full in the sign of Taurus. The Moon is said to be exalted (best placement) in comfort-seeking Taurus. Taurean energy gives the Moon's fluctuating moods and sensitivities some semblance of stability and grounding.

Full moons signify the completion, culmination of what may have been initiated during the previous new moon in Scorpio which reminded us that it's never too late to make a change. This Full Moon in Taurus squares Neptune (hope) and Chiron (release), daring us to take a look at what we've got, then go ahead and let go of what we no longer need or what keeps us from making the necessary changes, despite how difficult it might be to give up what's been so familiar...comfortable.

Much like the Aries-Full Moon last month, this Taurus-Full Moon also occurs at 29 degrees. Those born within 3 days of April 19 or November 21 or with natal planets and/or house angles on or around 29 degrees of fixed signs may feel the effects of this full moon stronger than others.

For me, this Taurus-Full Moon, along with Neptune & Chiron, square my natal Neptune; and falls in my natal 9th house of personal growth (as a Virgo-rising) and solar 11th house of friendships (as a Cancer-Sun). I've been under the umbrella of Neptune square natal Neptune all year and this full moon is just kicking everything up a notch. Between being under the umbrella of Pluto (purging) opposing my Sun (conscious will) and Uranus (awakening) also currently trine my Neptune, anything goes :) Since this is also a "9" year for me in numerology which is generally about letting go, this Taurus-Full Moon is not-so-subtle "nudge, nudge" for me to get it together ... whatever else I need to get let go of/come to terms with/release, get it done already!

How might this full moon influence your birth chart? Match the sign and degree to determine what house this full moon falls in. Use the list of zodiac signs below to identify the sign Taurus on your birth chart then click here for a brief explanation on the Full Moon transit in that house.



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If you don't have your birth chart, you may use your Sun sign and/or your Rising/Ascendant sign, if you know it. Look for your Sun and Rising Signs below then click here for a brief explanation of the Full Moon transit in those houses.
  • Aries-Sun or Aries Rising ~ 2nd House
  • Taurus-Sun or Taurus Rising ~ 1st House
  • Gemini-Sun or Gemini-Rising ~ 12th House
  • Cancer-Sun or Cancer-Rising ~ 11th House
  • Leo-Sun or Leo-Rising ~ 10th House
  • Virgo-Sun or Virgo-Rising ~ 9th House
  • Libra-Sun or Libra-Rising ~ 8th House
  • Scorpio-Sun or Scorpio-Rising ~ 7th House
  • Sagittarius-Sun or Sagittarius-Rising ~ 6th House
  • Capricorn-Sun or Capricorn-Rising ~ 5th House
  • Aquarius-Sun or Aquarius-Rising ~ 4th House
  • Pisces-Sun or Pisces-Rising ~ 3rd House

Unsure if you have natal planets/house planets at around 29 degrees? Cast your own birth chart for use as reference -- birth date, time and place required.

Is today your birthday? Schedule your session for a Solar Return (birthdays) or 3-Chart Reading (detailed natal & overall outlook for the next 12 months) or request a quote for a more customized reading tailored to your needs. You might also consider giving a loved one the gift of insight.

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New Moon in Taurus ~ May 13, 2010

Wednesday, May 05, 2010 Jan


Image credit and copyright to NASAAs Mercury gets acclimated to his normal speedy pace after having just gone direct again only a few days before (May 11), we are greeted with the New Moon in Taurus on May 13 at 9:04 p.m. EDT. New Moons signify rebirth, beginnings, a clean slate, the start of a new cycle. This new moon highlights Taurean qualities (determined, practical, devoted, grounded, dependable) and 2nd house themes (material security, values, self-worth). On a spiritual/higher plane, the Moon in Taurus seeks inner peace through stability and contentment. Taurus is natively ruled by Venus.

In Taurus, the Moon is said to be 'exalted' (in its best zodiacal sign placement). In a previous post, I explained why the Moon might find comfort in Taurean energy:
Perhaps the Moon's greatest "weakness" might be that she's too changeable. It isn't that she can't make up her mind or stick to it. Her decisions are based on her feelings/intuition. Her emotions vacillate as often as she moves one degree every few hours within the sign she is transiting and as she changes zodiac signs every few days. She dons the personality and experiences the wealth emotions from twelve different signs in about 30 days.

Taurus is the bull -- steadfast and reliable, with feet firmly on the ground. Taurus is also comfort-seeking which is a huge plus for the Moon. Simply put, Taurus offers the Moon what she needs -- emotional security -- which is probably all she really wants sometimes ... to be able to feel, yet not get lost in them or be driven to action solely by them.
This Taurus-New Moon (heart & soul) forms a very agreeable link to Jupiter (luck, opportunities) and Uranus (surprises, radical change), just as Jupiter and Uranus begin their alliance that culminates before month's end. This New Moon in Taurus is one of two money-related new moons we get this year. The alignment to Jupiter makes this a fortuitous one that should help bring back hope to any difficult situation we might be in, especially those that are financially-related. With Mercury still in Taurus and now direct, our minds can be depended upon for a to-do list of reasonable, doable, practical and manageable action items.

In addition to our financial status, this is new moon phase is an ideal time to re-evaluate our value system -- what do we truly value in life? how much of our energy are we exerting towards what is valuable to us? how about our own worth (material worth or self-worth)? Determine what is worth our precious time and build upon that.

During this new moon, we remain under the longterm influence of the lingering Saturn-Uranus opposition. We are urged to break away from ineffectual old ways, rehabilitate from bad habits, replace unhealthy thought patterns with healthy ones, and/or become free of toxic influential relationships. Basically, replace the old with the new. Also at this time, Saturn makes an irritating alignment with Neptune -- basically, realities vs. dreams. Let this new moon phase be a turning point where, going forward, our heart (Moon) and conscious will (Sun) act upon goals/motivations driven by the things/people/ideas we value.

This New Moon in Taurus occurs at 23 degrees of Taurus. Those born within 3 days of May 12 or have natal planets/house angles around 23 degrees of Taurus may feel the effects of this new moon stronger than most. Those celebrating their birthday on May 13 should have an amazing year.

For me, as a Virgo-rising, this New Moon falls in my natal 8th house (debt/endings), but may also affect my Taurus-ruled 9th house (philosophy/travel), is agreeable with my Pluto (renewal) and frustrates my Neptune (faith); and as a Cancer-rising, falls in my solar 5th house (creativity/love). I may spend this new moon phase looking over my financials and gaining a different perspective on it, while I work on improving them. Last year in preparation for Saturn transiting Libra (ruler of my money house), I stopped using credit cards and began paying down debt. It feels like it's been a slow process but before I wrote this post, I looked at my statements. The year has made a bigger difference than I initially thought. yey! It's still a slow process, but it's a sure one. This new moon phase is an ideal period for me to call creditors and negotiate for lower rates. I did that last year with surprising success, so why not try again, right? As far as my solar 5th house, Mercury being retrograde (April 18-May 11), while Saturn is also retrograde in my Ascendant sign, has really put a damper on my creative juices. Hopefully, this new moon will give my creative projects a swift kick and moves it along, just as I regain some hopefulness with my debt situation.

How might this new moon influence your life? Look to the natal house/s this new moon will occupy in your birth chart. Match the sign and degree to the sign on the house cusp/s. Use the list below to identify the Taurus zodiac sign then click here to read about the New Moon in Houses.



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For those without a birth chart, you may use your Sun sign or Rising/Ascendant sign, if you know it. Look for your Sun and Rising signs below then click here for an explanation of New Moon illuminating those houses.
  • Aries-Sun or Aries Rising ~ 2nd House
  • Taurus-Sun or Taurus Rising ~ 1st House
  • Gemini-Sun or Gemini-Rising ~ 12th House
  • Cancer-Sun or Cancer-Rising ~ 11th House
  • Leo-Sun or Leo-Rising ~ 10th House
  • Virgo-Sun or Virgo-Rising ~ 9th House
  • Libra-Sun or Libra-Rising ~ 8th House
  • Scorpio-Sun or Scorpio-Rising ~ 7th House
  • Sagittarius-Sun or Sagittarius-Rising ~ 6th House
  • Capricorn-Sun or Capricorn-Rising ~ 5th House
  • Aquarius-Sun or Aquarius-Rising ~ 4th House
  • Pisces-Sun or Pisces-Rising ~ 3rd House
Unsure if you have natal planets or house angles around 23 degrees of Taurus? Cast your own birth chart by clicking here -- birth date, time, and place required.

For those doing the new moon wishes ritual, the moon will be new on May 13 at 9:04 p.m. (EDT) and will be void of course the following day, May 14, at 8:28 a.m. (EDT). Click here for Jan Spiller's DailyOm.com article, briefly explaining new moon wishes. (opens a new window)

I am also available for personal consultations. Are you celebrating a birthday soon? Or know someone who is? Schedule your session for a Solar Return (birthdays) or 3-Chart Reading (detailed natal & overall outlook for the next 12 months) or request a quote for a more customized reading tailored to your needs. You can also give a loved one the gift of insight.

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"The Plane of the Ecliptic" Image credit and copyright to NASA, the Clementine Project. The Plane of the Ecliptic is illustrated in this Clementine star tracker camera image which reveals (from right to left) the Moon lit by Earthshine, the sun's corona rising over the Moon's dark limb and the planets Saturn, Mars and Mercury.

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Mercury Direct ~ May 11, 2010

Monday, May 03, 2010 Jan


Image credit and copyright to NASAMercury has been retrograde in Taurus since April 18, 2010 (April 17 to some). On May 11 at 6:27 p.m. EDT, he stations and prepares to begin forward movement once again. Station days (May 11 to 13) are known to be difficult days because the planet is gets ready to change directions then must get acclimated before returning to its usual speed. The complete retrograde cycle including the shadow period is April 4 to May 28 and occurs entirely in Taurus. During his retrograde motion, Mercury retraced his steps from 13 degrees, back to 2 degrees. Now, he goes for a third and final pass through these degrees again beginning May 11 (2 degrees) to May 28 (13 degrees).

How has the period between April 18 to May 11 been like? Were you able to remain productive despite whatever delays, frustrations or obstacles you might have had to face? Was it a lazy or wasteful three weeks? Was it lazy but restful and now you feel rejuvenated to take on the world? How was this retrograde period compared to the period of April 3 to 17?

The next weeks (May 11 to 28) give a final look at events that have occurred, situations that arose, actions taken or avoided, and decisions made or ignored during the retrograde's full cycle to date (April 3 to May 11). Mistakes made may be corrected within the next weeks. Obstacles may be lifted. Information not available before may be given to you now. Those who made good use of their time and energy while Mercury was retrograde can reap the rewards or initiate action of what was planned/created within the next weeks, especially with the New Moon in Taurus occurring in a few days (May 13) and a helping hand from Jupiter and Uranus walking side by side in Pisces for the rest of the month.

As mentioned in my original Mercury Retrograde post, the retrograde period (April 18 to May 11) should have been a time for:
reflection and planning to get our affairs in order. For those of us with natal Mercury or Sun in air or fire signs, Mercury's retrograde period may be a painstakingly sloooooow period. It's important, however, to avoid impatience and frustration due to impatience while Mercury is introspective in Taurus; and this goes for everyone, no matter what your natal planetary placements are. To truly make use of this period, we must honor Taurean energy and embrace its traits as something that we can learn from and definitely benefit from. When Taurus takes a step or decides to a step, its goal is longevity, permanence and stability.

Although we are affected by Mercury's transit, those with natal planets and/or house angles between 2 to 13 degrees of fixed or earth signs may feel the effects of this retrograde period more strongly than others.

How might Mercury's third pass through 2 to 13 degrees of Taurus influence you? Look to the Taurus-ruled house and match the sign and 2 to 13 degrees with house cusps on your birth chart. Use the list of zodiac signs below to identify the Taurus zodiac sign on your birth chart then click here for a brief explanation of Mercury transiting those houses.


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For those without a birth chart, you may use your Sun sign or Rising/Ascendant sign, if you know it. Look for them below then click here for a brief explanation of Mercury's transit in those houses.
  • Aries-Sun or Aries Rising ~ 2nd House
  • Taurus-Sun or Taurus Rising ~ 1st House
  • Gemini-Sun or Gemini-Rising ~ 12th House
  • Cancer-Sun or Cancer-Rising ~ 11th House
  • Leo-Sun or Leo-Rising ~ 10th House
  • Virgo-Sun or Virgo-Rising ~ 9th House
  • Libra-Sun or Libra-Rising ~ 8th House
  • Scorpio-Sun or Scorpio-Rising ~ 7th House
  • Sagittarius-Sun or Sagittarius-Rising ~ 6th House
  • Capricorn-Sun or Capricorn-Rising ~ 5th House
  • Aquarius-Sun or Aquarius-Rising ~ 4th House
  • Pisces-Sun or Pisces-Rising ~ 3rd House
Unsure if you have natal planets or house angles between 2 to 13 degrees? cast your own birth chart for use as reference -- birth date, time, and place required.

Unsure if you have natal planets or house angles between 2 to 13 degrees? Cast your own birth chart -- birth date, time, and place required.

I am also available for personal consultations. Are you celebrating a birthday soon? Or know someone who is? Schedule your session for a Solar Return (birthdays) or 3-Chart Reading (detailed natal & overall outlook for the next 12 months) or request a quote for a more customized reading tailored to your needs. You can also give a loved one the gift of insight.

Have a question? Ask me here. Or maybe hop over to the AstroCreeps and TarotFreaks Forum* to join in or start a discussion.


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"Mercury in True and Enhanced Color" from Messenger on November 17, 2009. Image credit and copyright to NASA/Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory/Carnegie Institution of Washington.

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