Astro-Notes on May 25, 2015 – First Quarter Moon

Daily aspects:
– Moon ingress to Virgo at 4:51 am EDT
– Sun in Gemini semi-square Uranus in Aries
– Venus in Cancer square Uranus in Aries
– First Quarter Moon at 4:11 Virgo/Gemini at 1:18 pm EDT
– Vesta in Pisces square Pallas Rx in Sagittarius
– Mars in Gemini square Neptune in Pisces

Although I was off work today, I kept quite busy, because I had a reading scheduled around noon with one of my subscribers, which was a perfect manifestation for this stage in the lunation cycle – An old Indian woman selling the artifacts of her tribe to passers-by (Sabian Symbol for the Taurus New Moon that started this cycle) and then another subscriber ordered my monthly Tarot spread, which ‘forced’ me to review the terms and conditions (the crisis in action had me focusing on the details involved in this process) since PayPal is collecting a bigger fee now and therefore I raised the prices a bit (only a bit) – Venus square Uranus and Vesta square Pallas Rx. Also, I won’t record readings on my mp3 player before I haven’t figured out how exactly this is going to work and how I can send these files via email. There is a way though to record Skype readings. However, I might have to purchase a medium for that and therefore will have to check out the options they provide. All of this is very much in the sense of the Virgo Moon squaring the Gemini Sun with both of them disposed by a retrograde Mercury. So, the day is almost over now and so is my weekend. With all these challenging aspects around I could only enjoy a few hours of it, neither was I able to carry out all the plans I had for it. However, I’m grateful for the things that worked out.

Tarot card of the day is the “Knight of Swords”, indicating that we’re embarking on a new project or idea and there’s no stopping us (it’s a stormy day here and Memorial Day in the U.S.). We’re headstrong and outspoken as we know what we are talking about and let others know where we or they stand, thereby going straight to the point. Certain things can no longer be avoided – the confrontation will come and commence. Yet, there is great ambition, determination and strength as our physical, emotional and spiritual energy is at a peak. Group discussions with like-minded people are best suited to inspire and motivate one another.

Astro-Notes on May 17, 2015

Daily aspects:
– Mars in Gemini semi-square Uranus in Aries
– Juno in Leo quincunx Pluto Rx in Capricorn
– Neptune in Pisces quincunx NN in Libra/semi-sextile SN in Aries

The tense aspect between Mars and Mars-ruled Uranus already formed yesterday and it was a pretty busy

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day for me at work, where I had to cover for all the others, who were off and at the same time try to get my stock out. I also went on a walk later in the afternoon, marveling at nature’s beauty now that everything stands in bloom, and considering ending this blog for good. It hasn’t brought any returns for the amount of time and energy I poured into it. Thus, with Juno in Leo making an adjusting aspect to retrograde Pluto in Capricorn (which can be interpreted in this case as me reviewing if I achieved my ends or not with my creative endeavors) at the closing of this lunation cycle and Mercury about to station retrograde in his home sign Gemini (and being the dispositor of Mars), I won’t be posting as regularly anymore. At the beginning I really did enjoy this way of expressing myself, but I lost the passion for it somewhere along the way (mostly because it really felt like a lonely road I was traveling) and I have been realizing for a while now that I have to use my time more constructively if I ever want to see results or have success with my personal affairs. A big THANK YOU to all my readers who have appreciated my efforts.

Tarot card of the day is the “4 of Swords”, signifying a break from normal life and a time when we avoid overexertion. We seek to relax body and soul, because we want to gain a better perspective by standing back from the situation and coming to terms with what is. For the moment, there is a truce, which gives us a chance to stabilize ourselves, recover, center our thoughts, stop worrying, put down our defenses and take a breather from the chaos and stress around us. In a practical sense, this card is an indicator that we need to have some time out from our current circumstances, to reflect and review your progress so far to be able to re-evaluate and re-assess our priorities.

Happy Birthday to my favorite little man – Dylan Rhodes Neri – who celebrates his 5th birthday today with a dinosaur-themed party (how appropriate for these aspects – Pluto in Cap can be associated with dinosaurs)!!!

Astro-Notes on May 16, 2015

Daily aspects:
– Moon ingress to Taurus at 3:02 am EDT
– Venus in Cancer square nodal axis and trine Neptune in Pisces
– Juno conjunct Jupiter in Leo
– Neptune in Pisces quincunx NN in Libra/semi-sextile SN in Aries

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Since the Moon’s ingress to Taurus early this morning could we feel more mellow and comfortable, striving to gratify our senses and ‘hunger’ for whatever it is we want and crave. This requires that we take care of our future prospects and make the necessary compromises, whether we like it or not, to get things moving and be ready for the weekend. We might be a bit disappointed with certain developments or feel we don’t get the support we need, but at the end of the day everything will come together. With the beginning of the new sub-cycle (Juno-Jupiter conjunction in Leo) do we have a chance to create the opportunities and attract the people we need to be able to fulfill our personal mission so that we can validate ourselves and contribute to the larger community in the way we seek to self-realize.

Tarot card of the day is the “Page of Wands”, suggesting news related to business or otherwise and a positive awareness of the future or ‘to expect the unexpected’. There are new possibilities, which demand from us to be courageous and daring as we rediscover purpose. This card represents ‘a new dawn’ that is a new beginning of a phase in which the creative spark must be developed and given a new lease on life, calling upon us to express ourselves from our heart. It’s a day to be positive and spontaneous as well as lively and energetic, when we should pursue our creative vision with enthusiasm.

Astro-Notes on May 15, 2015

Daily aspects:
– Mars in Gemini opposite Saturn Rx in Sagittarius
– Sun in Taurus sesqui NN in Libra/semi-square SN in Aries
– Venus in Cancer quincunx Ceres in Aquarius
– Juno conjunct Jupiter in Leo
– Neptune in Pisces quincunx NN in Libra/semi-sextile SN in Aries

We have to prepare ourselves for the long weekend here in Canada (Victoria Day weekend) and make the

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necessary arrangements to have everything ready for either a trip to the cottage or a barbeque at home or whatever festivities and fun we have planned for this occasion. I, however, have signed up for an additional shift on Monday. Thus, I won’t have a nice long weekend; I will have a short weekend that’s divided up in 2 single days. I figured it doesn’t matter that much since I couldn’t get 3 days in a row off anyway, because we are understaffed at work (Mars in Gemini opposite Saturn Rx in Sagittarius). One of my co-workers was so nice to offer me a ride, which made it possible for me to take this shift, because public transit won’t be available on that day (another manifestation of this aspect). So, I’ll be laboring hard all weekend (lots of chores to do in my home too) and this will be physical rather than mental, which I would have preferred. Therefore, as this sub-cycle is closing and we could be feeling more confident as well as expressive about our role and purpose as a result, I’m asking you to please consider purchasing a personalized reading with me. This way we can help each other.

Tarot card of the day is “The Lovers”, indicating choices where moral values are questioned, especially in relationship situations. A decision must be made about which we feel divided. We may be struggling with temptations and need to remember that the most attractive option is not always the best one. Problems can be overcome via reconciliation, through harmony and cooperation.

Astro-Notes on May 14, 2015

Daily aspects:
– Moon ingress to Aries at 1:13 am EDT
– Mars in Gemini opposite Saturn Rx in Sagittarius
– Neptune in Pisces quincunx NN in Libra/semi-sextile SN in Aries

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Impatience, courage and determination have been on the rise since the Moon’s ingress to Aries early this morning. Confronted with a sense or idea of increasing responsibilities or burdens, we have to face the consequences of recent actions or decisions, which require from us to deal with more limitations than we bargained for, but we can handle this situation by remaining flexible and willing to do what’s necessary.

Tarot card of the day is the “7 of Wands”, suggesting that we’re coming out on top of a situation as things are going well and projects move right along. Thus, we seize the opportunity, are firm and act resolutely as we’re going after what we want. We stand our ground and show determination, even in the face of adversity. Our inner strength and tenacity give us the ability to meet all challenges head-on.