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December 1st, 2018: Mercury Rx Into Scorpio
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Mercury Rx returns to Scorpio
Mercury Rx in Scorpio sextile Vesta in Capricorn (29 deg)
Vesta enters Aquarius
Mercury backs out of Sagittarius and returns to Scorpio, activating issues from October 30th (when it first exited Scorpio for Sag). Now as Mercury is retrograde, the questions that have been raised about the story, promise or big picture (Sagittarius) go a step deeper, to what lies beneath.
Mercury Rx in Scorpio is the transit for digging into secrets, peering into the shadows and obsessing about an obscure/taboo issue. This portion of Mercury’s Rx transit might take you to some dark places, but you’ll definitely learn ultimate truths.
Mercury/Vesta enhances this concentration (Vesta is about devotion and pure focus) on one issue. This may have first caught your attention around October 16th, when Mercury/Vesta connected by sextile at 9 deg Scorpio/Capricorn. Now, the matter has progressed (we’ve moved from the early to the final degree) and you may be peering intently at it as you drill into the heart of the issue.
What is demanding your full attention? Know that there’s more to uncover, but you’re almost done (Mercury stations direct on December 6th).
A few hours after this, Vesta moves into Aquarius. After the brief but intense period of concentration, the sign change suggests awareness of more detached, universal subjects. Vesta in Aquarius is about devotion to the group (in an abstract way) and/or the freedom to be you, no matter how far outside the lines this places you.
Keeping in mind that Vesta always involves limits (which create the sacred focus) this transit can light the fire of uncompromising freedom or it can enhance existing feelings of being an outcast. Consider the contrast between what you saw in Scorpio’s depths versus the clear light of Aquarius’ detachment.
Vesta will exit Aquarius for Pisces on February 1st, 2019.
November 27th, 2018: Hopeful Progress
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Waning Trine between the Leo Moon and Sagittarius Sun (5 deg)
Sun conjunct Mercury Rx in Sagittarius (5 deg)
Mercury Rx conjunct Jupiter (4 deg)
Vesta conjunct the Capricorn South Node (28 deg)
Waning Trine
The Waning Trine allows you to share your talents or a creation that you’re proud of. Something special can be displayed or communicated, and others will be receptive. The energy is hopeful, forward-looking and vibrant.
This will involve the Sun/Mercury Rx conjunction (with Jupiter) which marks the midpoint of the Mercury’s retrograde (since Nov 16th) – here is a point of clarity that involves a reward or greater wisdom. Mercury Rx’s delays and reviews can deliver some benefits or open your eyes to something better. And this is what you’ll be sharing with others, or they will be sharing with you.
If you’ve been waiting for an answer or hint about what you’re supposed to do next, this could be it. Keep in mind that Mercury is still Rx, so the process is not complete. But this should mark a positive turning point.
Vesta
Vesta/South Node hi-lights a point of exclusive focus (or obsession). This could be something from the past, or an issue that’s ready to be developed further. It may involve rules, limits, traditions or authority. Now is the moment to finish it and move on – you can either stop focusing on it or see the results of what you’ve been devoting your energy to.
November 26th, 2018: Sun/Jupiter and Mercury Square Mars
Sagittarius Sun conjunct Jupiter (3 deg)
Mercury Rx in Sagittarius square Mars in Pisces (6 deg)
An enthusiastic day with Sun/Jupiter energizing new possibilities, ideals and hope. This is the big promise or the reason to have faith. The “why not” moment. Adding to this, Mercury in Sag makes an energetic square to Mars, encouraging forceful communication and action-driven words.
However, note that Mercury is Rx, so this will not be the final word. And Mars in Pisces can be vague as actions slide off in unexpected directions. This aspect is best used to energize a review, question or second look at a previous issue. Sun/Jupiter will encourage you to reach further, but Mercury Rx/Mars can see you distracted by an old issue that turns into an argument or frustrating search.
Focus may be scattered, as new and old possibilities vie for your attention.
Remind yourself that the story is not complete, and you can’t force anything (especially your ideas of right and wrong).
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November 24th, 2018: Progress With Neptune Direct
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Neptune stations direct in Pisces (13 deg)
Mercury Rx in Sagittarius sextile Pallas in Libra (8 deg)
Neptune
Retrograde since June 18th (from 16 to 13 deg Pisces) Neptune direct is about moving forward after the last remnants of an illusion/dream/outdated situation have dissolved. There may be a release as something fades away. If Neptune has been triggering confusion or loss of focus, this can be a time when you make some headway and progress further into the unknown country (forward means you’re one step closer to the other side).
If you have a natal plant or point at:
13 deg of the Mutable signs, Neptune will be permanently done with you as of December 27th, 2018 (roughly)
14 deg of the Mutable signs, Neptune will be permanently done with you as of February, 2019 (roughly)
17 to 18 deg of the Mutable signs, you’ll be getting your first taste of Neptune around April 2019
Mercury/Pallas
Mercury in Sag makes the first of two sextiles to Pallas. This is a quiet but positive influence – any harmonious aspect between Mercury and Pallas blends information/communication with strategy. Pallas in Libra is about relationship or diplomatic strategies, and boosted by Mercury in Sag, we have expansive communication to deliver these strategies. Meaning, a convincing way to send your message.
But Mercury is Rx, so this will be a revision of previous information, or a second request. Ask again and restrategize. Mercury direct will sextile Pallas again on December 29th, so the plan may not roll forward in its entirety until then.
For now, rest assured that this is a good time to adjust those solutions and have them favourably received. And it’s happening when Neptune goes direct, so you know there will be progress, even if it’s slow.
November 21st, 2018: The Second Disruption
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Sun in Scorpio inconjunct Uranus Rx in Aries (29 deg)
Mercury Rx in Sagittarius sextile Black Moon Lilith in Aquarius (11 deg)
In the final degree of Scorpio, the Sun makes a jolting inconjunct to Uranus Rx. Change, liberation or a break from the past will shake things up and challenge a deeper sense of control or intimacy. The change may feel unwelcome (a threat to survival) but Uranus’ Rx status says that you’re revisiting this issue. It’s not new, and it’s high time for that final break.
But at the same time, deeper resources or privacy must be respected. The inconjunct means an adjustment to both sides, so as the Sun prepares to leave Scorpio, let go of what you can’t control (or what’s ready to leave) but know that you don’t have to toss everything out.
Mercury/BML connect in the second of three sextiles. Open-minded words or ideals support Lilith’s outcast energy. The dangerous woman has a voice, and her message is delivered in a way that others will be receptive to (the sextile is a harmonious aspect).
Taboo issues about women’s power and sexuality can be spoken of openly, but Mercury’s Rx status means revisiting the subject that was first broached on November 10th. Now, it’s time for questions, a review of the challenging story or a second request. Perhaps this subject matter was initially so unheard of that no one wanted to touch it (BML raises those uncomfortable issues about gender dynamics). Well, what was unheard of is now being repeated.
Altogether, today’s influences suggest going back to shake things up (again).
November 16th, 2018: Venus Direct and Mercury Retrograde
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Venus stations direct (25 deg Libra)
Mercury stations retrograde (13 deg Sagittarius)
Venus direct signals forward movement for relationship, financial, social and self-esteem matters. Rx since October 5th, her direct motion in Libra will be felt strongly because she rules this sign. Watch for an imbalance to be corrected. You could feel more centered as you discover the ideal point between two options.
Venus Rx was the time to re-evaluate all Venus matters. Venus direct is the time to move forward with what you’ve learned. By now, you should have more certainty about what you want, what you’re worth and who really loves you. If this means saying goodbye, so be it.
But it’s not all straightforward. Venus stations direct in the morning (5:50 AM EST) and Mercury stations Rx in the evening (8:33 PM EST). Mercury Rx in Sag will raise questions about the story, the promise, the future or something you’ve put your faith in. But Sagittarius and Libra are in two different areas of you chart, so you should still see some progress in one area.
However, pay attention to any questions that come up, especially since Mercury almost perfects a square to Neptune Rx in Pisces just before it stations Rx. This suggests a lie, miscommunication or fake sales pitch on the horizon – you see it up ahead and may have a sense that something is not quite right. But for now, you’re stepping back and carefully reviewing your options.
Mercury direct will perfect the square with Neptune on December 24th, so that will be your chance to fully confront the lie/fantasy. The square suggests turning a corner and revealing the truth. During this retrograde, ask questions and keep your eyes open. Listen to the story, but don’t accept it blindly.
In general, Mercury Rx in Sag can impact matters involving travel, advertising, education, religion, law, publishing, faith and hope. Each question brings you closer to the truth, but first you may have to confront a loss of faith, loss of direction or challenges to wisdom. Remember – it’s the details within the big picture that matter now.
Mercury Rx will back into Scorpio on December 1st and station direct on December 6th. Mercury will re-enter Sagittarius on December 12th.
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Mercury’s Transit of Sagittarius and Mercury Rx
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As Mercury enters Sagittarius today (October 31st) the energy around communication and information shifts from investigation/secrets to big-picture views and ideals.
Mercury is expansive in this sign. Details are less important than the overall story, which will usually have a touch of the idealized exotic. This is the transit of promises, inspired words, the sales pitch and certain versions of the truth.
Initially, this may feel like a huge leap as Mercury’s compression in Scorpio suddenly gives way to rapid expansion. You may be flooded with ideas, stories and big pronouncements. But Mercury will station Rx in Sagittarius on November 16th, and you’ll be questioning the story. Or, there may be delays and reviews of the big promise.
As noted in this post, Mercury Rx will dip back into Scorpio, telling us that the review of something new and expansive will trigger an additional look at what lies beneath the story. Sagittarius is associated with truth, but there’s a sense here that what you first learn may not be the whole truth.
Mercury’s first major aspect in Sag will be a trine to the Leo North Node, which will fire up new ideas with brilliant future potential. This will truly be about looking ahead. But Mercury will also make an inconjunct to Uranus Rx (ruler of the Aquarius South Node) so there may be something unfinished (a surprise or disruption) that you have to take into consideration. Uranus/Mercury can be impatient and disconnected. You’ll want to to say “Yes” or speak out ASAP. Just keep in mind that the retrograde will slow things down.
Here are the aspects Mercury in Sagittarius/Scorpio will make:
Oct 31st: inconjunct Uranus Rx in Taurus (0 deg)
Oct 31st: trine the Leo North Node (0 deg)
Nov 10th: sextile Black Moon Lilith in Aquarius (10 deg)
Nov 16th: stations Rx at 13 deg Sagittarius
Nov 21st: sextile Black Moon Lilith in Aquarius (11 deg)
Nov 24th: sextile Pallas in Libra (8 deg)
Nov 26th: square Mars in Pisces (6 deg)
Nov 27th: conjunct the Sun (5 deg)
Nov 27th: conjunct Jupiter (4 deg)
Dec 1st: re-enters Scorpio
Dec 1st: sextile Vesta in Capricorn (29 deg)
Dec 2nd: inconjunct Uranus Rx in Aries (29 deg)
Dec 4th:trine Chiron Rx in Pisces (27 deg)
Dec 4th: trine the Cancer North Node (27 deg)
Dec 6th: stations direct (27 deg)
Dec 7th: trine the Cancer North Node (27 deg)
Dec 9th: trine Chiron in Pisces (27 deg)
Dec 11th: inconjunct Uranus Rx in Aries (28 deg)
Dec 12th: re-enters Sagittarius
Dec 21st: sextle Vesta in Aquarius (9 deg)
Dec 21st: conjunct Jupiter (9 deg)
Dec 24th: square Neptune in Pisces (13 deg)
Dec 26th: sextile Black Moon Lilith in Aquarius (15 deg)
Dec 29th: inconjunct Juno in Taurus (20 deg)
Dec 29th: sextile Pallas in Libra (20 deg)
Jan 2nd: inconjunct the Cancer North Node (26 deg)
Jan 3rd: square Chiron in Pisces (28 deg)
Jan 4th: trine Uranus Rx in Aries (28 deg)
Jan 4th: Capricorn ingress