Author: Nadia Gilchrist

April 26th, 2019: Time For A Change

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By George Grie - Own work, [1], Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=3298517

By George Grie – Own work, [1], Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=3298517

  • 3rd Quarter Square between the Aquarius Moon and Taurus Sun (6 deg)

  • Mercury in Aries trine Ceres Rx in Sagittarius (13 deg)

  • Uranus in Taurus sextile Juno in Cancer (2 deg)

3rd Quarter Square

The crisis between what’s new and what’s established can push you to question what you want. Current definitions of security may be getting stale – something is urging you to step back and look at what you have in a different light. This process can feel uncomfortable, because you may not want to question what’s worked so far. But it’s time to shake things up and if you’re being honest you’ll admit that what’s in front of you feels a bit stifling.

Mercury/Ceres

Mercury in Aries is not usually considered nurturing, but this aspect suggests bold words can fuel the care and feeding of an adventure or area of learning. Fresh ideas and assertive speech will support what you’re exploring. Or, maybe you’re asserting your intentions to look after someone. Nurturing in this context may require courage, as you venture into a new area.

Uranus/Juno

Juno in Cancer is the “safe” agreement- a partnership contract that features protection, comfort and parental roles. But what’s safe needs to change a bit and the sextile to Uranus suggests a gentle hint of movement into a new area. The relationship itself may encompass some new facets that still work with the original commitment. Or, there may be an agreement to look after each other in a new way that’s still stable. Watch for an emerging definition of resources.

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April 26th, 2019: Time For A Change

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By George Grie - Own work, [1], Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=3298517

By George Grie – Own work, [1], Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=3298517

  • 3rd Quarter Square between the Aquarius Moon and Taurus Sun (6 deg)

  • Mercury in Aries trine Ceres Rx in Sagittarius (13 deg)

  • Uranus in Taurus sextile Juno in Cancer (2 deg)

3rd Quarter Square

The crisis between what’s new and what’s established can push you to question what you want. Current definitions of security may be getting stale – something is urging you to step back and look at what you have in a different light. This process can feel uncomfortable, because you may not want to question what’s worked so far. But it’s time to shake things up and if you’re being honest you’ll admit that what’s in front of you feels a bit stifling.

Mercury/Ceres

Mercury in Aries is not usually considered nurturing, but this aspect suggests bold words can fuel the care and feeding of an adventure or area of learning. Fresh ideas and assertive speech will support what you’re exploring. Or, maybe you’re asserting your intentions to look after someone. Nurturing in this context may require courage, as you venture into a new area.

Uranus/Juno

Juno in Cancer is the “safe” agreement- a partnership contract that features protection, comfort and parental roles. But what’s safe needs to change a bit and the sextile to Uranus suggests a gentle hint of movement into a new area. The relationship itself may encompass some new facets that still work with the original commitment. Or, there may be an agreement to look after each other in a new way that’s still stable. Watch for an emerging definition of resources.

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April 25th, 2019: Permanent Endings

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Photo by Mikey Dabro from Pexels

Photo by Mikey Dabro from Pexels

  • Moon in Capricorn sextile Neptune in Pisces (17 deg)

  • Moon in Capricorn conjunct Saturn and the South Node (20 deg)

  • Moon in Capricorn conjunct Pluto Rx (23 deg)

  • Moon Void of Course in Capricorn at 3:47 pm EDT

  • Moon enters Aquarius and VOC ends (April 26th 5:27 am EDT)

The Capricorn Moon makes some heavy aspects as it crosses Saturn and the South Node – a permanent ending is highlighted, along with the need for control and strict boundaries. This is about a door closing that can never be re-opened. You may briefly revisit something from the past but ultimately you’re encouraged to move on. Watch for a reminder of responsibility.

The Moon’s sextile to Neptune won’t do much to lighten the mood- there may be a gentle reminder that compassion or sacrifice are involved but overall the energy is quite focused on what must be left behind.

The Moon’s final aspect before it goes VOC is a conjunction with Pluto Rx – the death of old traditions/structures or the part of the ending process that allows you to toss out the garbage. Pluto purges and Moon/Pluto can be seen as the purge of outdated needs and attachments.

The Moon is Void for the remainder of the day, allowing you to process the above. As the Moon enters Aquarius the next day, watch for increased clarity, detachment and lightness as you accelerate towards the future.

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April 25th, 2019: Permanent Endings

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Photo by Mikey Dabro from Pexels

Photo by Mikey Dabro from Pexels

  • Moon in Capricorn sextile Neptune in Pisces (17 deg)

  • Moon in Capricorn conjunct Saturn and the South Node (20 deg)

  • Moon in Capricorn conjunct Pluto Rx (23 deg)

  • Moon Void of Course in Capricorn at 3:47 pm EDT

  • Moon enters Aquarius and VOC ends (April 26th 5:27 am EDT)

The Capricorn Moon makes some heavy aspects as it crosses Saturn and the South Node – a permanent ending is highlighted, along with the need for control and strict boundaries. This is about a door closing that can never be re-opened. You may briefly revisit something from the past but ultimately you’re encouraged to move on. Watch for a reminder of responsibility.

The Moon’s sextile to Neptune won’t do much to lighten the mood- there may be a gentle reminder that compassion or sacrifice are involved but overall the energy is quite focused on what must be left behind.

The Moon’s final aspect before it goes VOC is a conjunction with Pluto Rx – the death of old traditions/structures or the part of the ending process that allows you to toss out the garbage. Pluto purges and Moon/Pluto can be seen as the purge of outdated needs and attachments.

The Moon is Void for the remainder of the day, allowing you to process the above. As the Moon enters Aquarius the next day, watch for increased clarity, detachment and lightness as you accelerate towards the future.

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April 24th, 2019: Waning Trine, Sacred Words and Intensified Transformation

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Photo by Mohamed Almari from Pexels

Photo by Mohamed Almari from Pexels

  • Waning Trine between the Capricorn Moon and Taurus Sun (3 deg)

  • Mercury in Aries conjunct Vesta (9 deg)

  • Pluto stations Rx in Capricorn (23 deg)

Waning Trine

The Waning Trine integrates set routines and the preservation of something (resources, security) with the ambition to make it happen. Rather than just sitting there and clinging to what you have, this energy encourages you to focus on what you want, in the future. There should be a reasonable path to follow that allows you to make it real, and a sense that others support and share your goals.

Note that the Capricorn Moon is also squaring Chiron in Aries, so there will be some bumps along the way as you confront fears and weaknesses. If this happens, stick with what you know is solid and has value.

Mercury/Vesta

Devotion to an area of passion, anger or initiative is doubled as Mercury introduces absolute words- say it and make it so. This is an uncompromising verbal or written jolt that’s given power through devotion- what sacred issue demands that you stand up and speak your mind?

Pluto Rx

Pluto retrograde is like going back over the earth you’ve already tilled bcause some weeds still remain. The process of excavation and transformation is targeted on one area where the weeds/rotten structures refuse to let go.

Ongoing transformations can be delayed. A “death” may be put on hold, but it’s temporary. The process is always thorough. Sometimes you get breathing room, and the best use of this time is to take stock of what’s changed so far. And, prepare yourself for the continuing transformations once Pluto stations direct (on Oct 30th).

Pluto will Rx back to 20 deg Capricorn, so 20 to 23 deg of the Cardinal and Earth signs are in the zone for intensified excavation. if you have anything at 23 deg exactly, you’ll experience a pause as of May 19th (roughly) but the deconstruction will pick up again as of Jan 19th, 2020.

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April 24th, 2019: Waning Trine, Sacred Words and Intensified Transformation

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Photo by Mohamed Almari from Pexels

Photo by Mohamed Almari from Pexels

  • Waning Trine between the Capricorn Moon and Taurus Sun (3 deg)

  • Mercury in Aries conjunct Vesta (9 deg)

  • Pluto stations Rx in Capricorn (23 deg)

Waning Trine

The Waning Trine integrates set routines and the preservation of something (resources, security) with the ambition to make it happen. Rather than just sitting there and clinging to what you have, this energy encourages you to focus on what you want, in the future. There should be a reasonable path to follow that allows you to make it real, and a sense that others support and share your goals.

Note that the Capricorn Moon is also squaring Chiron in Aries, so there will be some bumps along the way as you confront fears and weaknesses. If this happens, stick with what you know is solid and has value.

Mercury/Vesta

Devotion to an area of passion, anger or initiative is doubled as Mercury introduces absolute words- say it and make it so. This is an uncompromising verbal or written jolt that’s given power through devotion- what sacred issue demands that you stand up and speak your mind?

Pluto Rx

Pluto retrograde is like going back over the earth you’ve already tilled bcause some weeds still remain. The process of excavation and transformation is targeted on one area where the weeds/rotten structures refuse to let go.

Ongoing transformations can be delayed. A “death” may be put on hold, but it’s temporary. The process is always thorough. Sometimes you get breathing room, and the best use of this time is to take stock of what’s changed so far. And, prepare yourself for the continuing transformations once Pluto stations direct (on Oct 30th).

Pluto will Rx back to 20 deg Capricorn, so 20 to 23 deg of the Cardinal and Earth signs are in the zone for intensified excavation. if you have anything at 23 deg exactly, you’ll experience a pause as of May 19th (roughly) but the deconstruction will pick up again as of Jan 19th, 2020.

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April 23rd, 2019: Beauty and Pain

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Philippe de Champaigne

Philippe de Champaigne

  • Venus conjunct Chiron in Aries (3 deg)

  • Mars in Gemini trine Pallas Rx in Libra

Venus/Chiron

When the planet of love, beauty and values unites with the Wounded Healer in Aries, we have a situation where the courage to love despite what hurts is triggered. This could be about loving yourself when you feel scared or weak. It could be about loving another despite their wounds or despite the vulnerabilities they make you aware of. It takes guts to align your values with what hurts, but that’s often the path to integrating Chiron’s pain.

Too, this can be about something you do that puts your vulnerabilities on display, and somehow others are attracted. Chiron is the maverick – magnetic and compelling. Venus in Aries adds raw attraction (not necessarily sexual). There’s beauty in being honest about fears/pain/embarrassments. The wound is fresh and that’s part of the attraction- there’s no artifice, no place to hide.

Mars/Pallas

Mars harmonizes with Pallas Rx, so the review (Rx) of social strategies can be successfully implemented (Mars) if you remain open to multiple choices. Meaning, keep it light and be ready to shift according to what the relationship or social vibe suggests. This isn’t about insisting on one way or demanding a particular response. You’re being smart as you listen to what others are saying and you respond accordingly.

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April 23rd, 2019: Beauty and Pain

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Philippe de Champaigne

Philippe de Champaigne

  • Venus conjunct Chiron in Aries (3 deg)

  • Mars in Gemini trine Pallas Rx in Libra

Venus/Chiron

When the planet of love, beauty and values unites with the Wounded Healer in Aries, we have a situation where the courage to love despite what hurts is triggered. This could be about loving yourself when you feel scared or weak. It could be about loving another despite their wounds or despite the vulnerabilities they make you aware of. It takes guts to align your values with what hurts, but that’s often the path to integrating Chiron’s pain.

Too, this can be about something you do that puts your vulnerabilities on display, and somehow others are attracted. Chiron is the maverick – magnetic and compelling. Venus in Aries adds raw attraction (not necessarily sexual). There’s beauty in being honest about fears/pain/embarrassments. The wound is fresh and that’s part of the attraction- there’s no artifice, no place to hide.

Mars/Pallas

Mars harmonizes with Pallas Rx, so the review (Rx) of social strategies can be successfully implemented (Mars) if you remain open to multiple choices. Meaning, keep it light and be ready to shift according to what the relationship or social vibe suggests. This isn’t about insisting on one way or demanding a particular response. You’re being smart as you listen to what others are saying and you respond accordingly.

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