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images on this post from Wikipedia When I get an idea scratching at my brain, I usually try to ignore it. Yesterday, this post on Capricorn nagged me throughout the day.Write about Capricorn individuals and energy because it will help others to understand the real story behind Pluto transiting in Capricorn. Since I have a Capricorn Ascendant, come from a family with half of my relatives with Capricorn Suns, and because I'm an astrologer, here you go. First let's look at the planetary ruler of Capricorn, otherwise known as Saturn. We know Saturn as a hard-luck planet and that any child with a Capricorn Moon, Sun, or Ascendant who survives childhood will most likely thrive as an adult. Saturn rules integrity, responsibility, discipline, and walking the path alone, as well as, climbing the proverbial, or even actual mountain. Most Capricorns know about the value of hard work and most Capricorns will sacrifice temporary well-being for the bigger picture. Think of the Vietname

photo by Patricia Herlevi, tree in Bellingham WA I'm looking forward to the New Moon at 27 degrees Taurus (26 56) on May 17. This Moon bodes well for farmers, gardeners, or anyone planting new seeds for projects, love relationships or other ventures. There is one caveat though that comes in the form of indulging in laziness and daydreaming. Here in the Pacific Northwest spring came early with flowering trees, gardens in full bloom, but along with that came a proliferation of weeds of every kind. Now, what some people call weeds other people call medicine so let's keep this in perspective. Let's just say there has been lush growth of every kind and we will see this pattern continue in May, a prosperous time if you are a dandelion, I suppose. The New Moon and Sun at around 27 degrees Taurus sail far ahead of the other transiting planets we are free and clear as far as Moon and Sun aspects go.  However, in other areas of the transiting chart, Mercury at 13 degrees Gemi

Wikipedia image Each of us comes to the planet as a unique being with an astrological blueprint called a natal chart.  The Zodiac Signs present each of us with lessons.  Look up your Sun, Moon and Ascendant Signs here and the lessons you came to master. Aries- -You came to develop courage and boldness without stepping on the toes of others. Taurus- -You came to experience your senses, find balance, then from a centered place create art and beauty for the planet. But first, you must become more flowing and less rigid. This will solve your money problems too. Gemini- -You came to balance dualistic points of view and find the common ground. You also came to play, explore, discover and share your discoveries in fun ways. Cancer- -You came to learn about self-love and self-nurturing so you don't cling to others for affection and reassurance. And instead, you give others nurturing without smothering them and allowing others to learn the lessons they came here to learn. Avoid

We've been through many changes on the road the transformation and in May, we're sticking our feet in the proverbial mud, refusing to budge another step. The Full Moon on May 3rd (13 degrees), pulls Jupiter in Leo into a Fixed T-Square leaving the Lion, Scorpion, and Bull to drop on the ground with a yawn. However, some souls choose to arrive on the planet during this Full Moon, expect birth and rebirth to occur. I actually don't see this as a bad thing unless you have a deadline at work. People just aren't going to feel like cooperating, collaborating, or completing any tasks during this Full Moon. It's better to get outdoors and engage the senses rather than wait for a phone call or an e-mail which is slow in coming, if at all during the Full Moon. Normally, a Full Moon suggests the completion of a cycle or project and if that's the case, then gather with friends, colleagues, or family to celebrate. We might see a flurry of weddings

Wikipedia When I first took a glance at the transits for May, I yawned. Have I turned into one of those drama-obsessed astrologers? Since I have felt exhausted and sensed other people's exhaustion, I look forward to the stubborn energies of May. I look forward to warmer, lazy days ahead. Get me to a hammock. Venus energies launch May since the Moon transits in Libra and the Sun and Mars in Taurus on May Day. Mercury moves into Gemini (later in the month Mercury retrogrades) so despite a tendency to relax, we still engage in lively communication. Venus also transits in Gemini on the first leading to flirtation, especially at dinner party or more congenial settings. Jupiter continues to hold court in Leo now direct and quickly gathering momentum as Jupiter approaches the summer months. By mid-month Jupiter pulls into a trine with Uranus leading to all types of manifestation coming on suddenly. We could experience a few lovely financial windfalls seemingly without effort.  But w

Wikipedia I'm feeling overwhelmed from the last two eclipses and Uranus-Pluto Square so I'm taking a breather before diving into the May Moon forecasts and the general forecast for May. I hope you're all surviving the perfect storm of planetary transits. The good news is that Jupiter goes direct on the 8th.  I certainly look forward to having money flow again. I'm able to give 2 to 3 readings a week at this time.  If you would like a reading (not a bad idea), sign up at Metaphysics for Everyday Living. My fees and payment methods are on the Whole Astrology page.

The Universe, Wikipedia image I'm receiving a message loud and clear from others about the old ways of astrology. I practice transformational and practical astrology which I combine with coaching because I know that those of you reading these posts are master souls having an earthly experience. Yet, so many of you have trapped yourself inside astrological generalizations, which is okay for astrology humor but not for a path of transformation. Let's get clear about a few things. The astrology we practiced prior to December 2012 has ended. As far as I'm concerned there are no malefic or beneficial planets, there are only planets and corresponding energies to the planets. Planets don't have personalities and they're not out to get revenge on us, but to usher in a time of transformation and healing which we sorely require upon Mother Earth.  Astrological signs are merely filters for the energies we desire to experience on our Earth walk and people with opposite si

Wikipedia I know we are experiencing a challenging week with the Lunar Eclipse in Libra.  We're all faced with the final chapter of transits that began 7 or 8 years ago for some of us (Cardinal Signs) and some of us are experiencing new challenges that shake us to our core.   However, the second half of April and May bring us a peaceful time, which I'll write more about in the May forecast. For instance, both Saturn and Pluto are retrograde and Jupiter is direct.  Uranus and Pluto separate from each other and we have passed through the eclipse season for the first half of the year. Venus transits into Cancer in May which reminds us to nurture ourselves and take some time off to integrate lessons we gleaned in recent months and past years.  The only caveat is that Mercury goes retrograde in mid-May.  But this too brings us the space (and time-out), we require to integrate new energies into our lives. After all, by looking back and reassessing where we've been, we set o