Hope this Blog entry finds you well! Wednesday and Saturday will be the quietest days of this week. Mercury will be very active (again) this week. It conjuncts the Sun on Monday and it conjuncts Venus on Tuesday; helping communication with our loved ones (use caution because Mercury is still Retrograde). Mercury will also form a slightly uncomfortable semisquare with the super, triple conjunction (Jupiter on Tuesday 1/5, Neptune on Friday 1/8, & Chiron on Sat 1/9). Mars comes into the picture on Thursday when it forms an annoying quincunx with the Sun & with Venus on Friday (affecting love, ego, and drive). Have a great week!
I wanted to add a footnote to my entries. I include the time that a transit will be exact so that you can see when it waxes and then when it starts to wane. However, the effects are often felt sometimes even as long as a day or two. The energy is usually felt more strongly during the time leading up to the height and then it slowly starts to dissipate after. Keep in mind that Moon transits tend to last a shorter period of time than planetary transits.
(Sunday 1/3/10)- There will be 1 planetary transit and there will be 5 Lunar transits; 4 out of the 5 will be trying. Keep in mind that Lunar transits are shorter in duration than planter transits. Also, the Moon will oppose the super triple conjunction (Chiron, Jupiter, & Neptune). It starts when the Moon will form its monthly conjunction with Mars (R) both in Leo (exact at 3:08am EST). As with most Mars transits, I usually will recommend some form of physical exercise (yes, that includes gardening, working on the car, housework, etc.). This can increase physical vitality & health (and passion too). It is important to properly channel the excess energy; otherwise arguments and nitpicking could result. Mars in Leo (R) will form an uncomfortable sesquisquare with Pluto in Capricorn (exact at 6:14am EST). Remember, this is a planetary transit and its effects will be felt much longer than a Moon transit. This one could bring about lots of physical energy. As with all Mars transits, I recommend doing something physical or exercising around this time (Mars creates energy and it would be best to channel it into positive pursuits). Sexuality can be enhanced around this transit. So what happens when the God of War forms an uncomfortable liaison with the Lord of the Underworld? Don’t push others around this time! It is best to strategize. Actions now will have results (good or bad). Try to keep today positive….just remember that Pluto is the great transformer. Then, the Moon in Leo forms an annoying quincunx with Uranus in Pisces (exact at 10:46am EST). This is a time where someone around you may challenge tradition. You may also want to buck the system. An expected event or surprise could catch you off-guard. Then, the Moon in Leo forms its monthly opposition with Chiron in Aquarius (exact at 10:58am EST). Past issues may resurface at this time. It may be possible to run into someone that will tell you how to do something (even if they have never done it themselves….annoying!
Next, the Moon in Leo will form its monthly opposition with Neptune in Aquarius (exact at 1:12pm EST) causing our imagination/creativity to soar. I wouldn’t make a big decision around this time. Especially since this will also enhance escapism (people with drug or alcohol issues will have trouble around this transit). If you are sleeping while this event occurs, it may be possible to have prophetic or “visitation” dreams around this time. Then, the Moon in Leo makes a stressful opposition with Jupiter in Aquarius (exact at 4:55pm EST). Sometimes this can zap our self-confidence. Conversely, we could also feel a little too confident and over state our abilities (possibly over promising). Just remember you won’t always feel this way and there are only so many hours in a day….it is OK to say no! This will be the beginning of a 5 hour void of course cycle that will last until the Moon transitions into detail-oriented Virgo. When the Moon makes no major planetary aspects to another planet, before it switches into the next sign, is call “void of course”. It is best to not do anything new during these times because it has a decreased chance of working or will have delays. The Moon will transition into detail-oriented Virgo (exact at 9:52pm). Words and phrases to describe Virgo are: “I Analyze!”, Mutable/Earth, detail oriented, perfection, service, criticism, conscientious, health, intelligent, analytical, worry, improvement to others lives, and practical. It is associated with the abdominal area, gastrointestinal system (large and small intestines), spleen, solar plexus, and lower lobes of the liver. All of these themes will be prominent in the next 2 &1/2 days…
(Monday 1/4/10)- Overnight, Venus in Capricorn will form a slightly annoying semisquare to Jupiter in Aquarius (exact at 2:56am EST). Remember, this is a planetary transit and its effects will be felt much longer than a Moon transit. We will feel like being social around this time. However, we may make a small social faux pas, like wearing the wrong attire or calling the boss’s wife the wrong name. Avoid impulse buys around this time; it will cost you! The same goes for speculative ventures. You may have grandiose ideas about the direction of a love relationship. The Moon in Virgo will form a flowing trine to Pluto in Capricorn (exact at 3:29am EST). This will greatly assist us in processing our emotions and is beneficial for all types of counseling & cathartic experiences. It will be hard to be superficial around this time. Both Virgo & Capricorn are earth signs, so this is a good time for connecting with nature.
In the afternoon, the Sun will conjunct Mercury (R) both in Capricorn (exact at 2:06pm EST). Remember, this is a planetary transit and its effects will be felt much longer than a Moon transit. (Sometimes this is referred to as a “New Mercury”.) Finally some clarity! If you have felt like you were in a fog for most of the week, this transit will help. This will greatly assist in getting both communication & travel plans worked out (although keep in mind that Mercury is still Retrograde). It will be easier to assimilate information. Writing, emailing, faxing….go for it! This may be a time of social activities and invitations to parties/events. Take advantage of harnessing this time of mental clarity and use it to your advantage! This will be helpful in improving relationships with siblings, teachers, or with someone younger than yourself. With Capricorn’s influence also take this time to concentrate on business, goal setting, planning, organizing, strategizing, and tradition. Then, the Moon in Virgo forms a flowing trine with Venus in Capricorn (exact at 7:05pm EST). You could find your thoughts with friends or loved ones. It is possible to receive a compliment on how you look. Love, beauty, art, creativity, and aesthetics will be favored (and because of this reason, shopping too). Pamper yourself! Next, the Moon will highlight Sun/Mercury conjunction when the Moon in Virgo makes a flowing trine to Mercury (R) in Capricorn (exact at 8:50pm EST). This transit will assist us to express how we feel. It will be much easier to speak with friends and loved ones during this time. We may have an urge to be social around this transit and is highly beneficial for all kinds of relationships. Next the Sun in Capricorn will form a beautiful trine to the Moon in Virgo (exact at 10:02pm EST). This is beneficial for all kinds of relationships (especially with children) and assists in making us feel loved and supported. This is also an ideal time to be close to pets or nature. Very pleasant indeed!
(Tuesday 1/5/10)- I will not be doing Astrological Readings at Spirit Dancer today. I will be there on Saturday 1/9.
Early in the morning, Mercury (R) will form its yearly conjunction with Venus both in Capricorn (exact at 5:39am EST). Remember, this is a planetary transit and its effects will be felt much longer than a Moon transit. We may have love on the mind and want to talk about it! Hobbies, artistic, and social endeavors are favored. It may be possible to have a money-making idea (or opportunity); take the time to write it down before you forget! If you’re single, you will be drawn to an intelligent & witty person. If you are in a relationship, have fun laughing with your partner (maybe watch a comedy or go to a show)! You know what they say; your brain is the biggest sex organ!
In the afternoon, the Moon in Virgo will make its monthly opposition to Uranus in Pisces (exact at 12:25pm EST). This is not an ideal time to break from the tried and true. Even with the best of intentions to stick with details & organization, an outside event may steer you in a different direction. This could cause disturbed dreams and/or sleep (possibly inspirational or vivid dreams). This will be the beginning of an 11+ hour void of course cycle that will last until the Moon transitions into diplomatic Libra. Then, the Moon in Virgo forms an annoying quincunx with Chiron in Aquarius (exact at 12:43pm EST). Past issues may resurface at this time. It may be hard to forgive & forget around this time. Remember that forgiveness gives you peace within yourself and is not necessarily for the other person. The Moon in Virgo will form an annoying quincunx with Neptune in Aquarius (exact at 2:58pm EST). Neptune’s influence can cause us to be fuzzy and idealistic. It is therefore, not an ideal time to make bold moves and big decisions. It is possible that we may have trouble accessing our intuition around this time. Just after, the Moon in Virgo will quincunx Jupiter in Aquarius (exact at 7:30pm EST). This is a time where you could feel disconnected from the group. Someone could challenge your beliefs. Our optimism or self-confidence may be a little low. This is not a time to rely on luck. Don’t worry, this will be temporary! Use this time to finish old projects. Next, Mercury (R) in Capricorn forms an uncomfortable semisquare with Jupiter in Aquarius (exact at 11:48pm EST). Remember, this is a planetary transit and its effects will be felt much longer than a Moon transit. Too much information (TMI)! This is a time where we could find others (or even ourselves) saying too much. If you ever had interests in other cultures, religions, law, marketing, publishing, and/or travel; it would be a great time to explore these subjects. Use caution with overconfidence and avoid embellishment of the facts. The upside is that we could be feeling fairly optimistic and will have a bright mental outlook. Lastly, the Moon will transition into diplomatic Libra (exact at 11:58pm EST). Activities that are favorable during a Libra Moon are: fairness, beauty (did I say beauty?), partnerships, joint enterprise, aesthetics, harmony, graciousness, cooperation, justice, peace, and romance. Things to avoid are: indecision, dependence, fickle, and lying (to avoid confrontation). Libras make great judges and counselors because they are often able to see both sides. Its physical associations are: the kidneys, lumbar area of the back, buttocks and adrenal glands. All of these themes will be accentuated during the next 2 ½ days.
Wednesday (1/6/10)- In the morning, the Moon in Libra will square intense Pluto in Capricorn (exact at 6:00am EST) possibly throwing a speed bump in our path. Someone could know how to push our buttons and really get under our skin. It is important to have good boundaries with others and remember not to overstep yours. Then, the Moon Libra forms its monthly conjunction with Saturn both in Libra (exact at 7:54am EST). This is an all work no play transit. Best to concentrate on: work, organization, BALANCE, joint enterprises, goal setting, and details. I know that there have been plenty of New Year’s resolutions, but this is an ideal time to start a new health or exercise regime. Build foundations in relationships. Sometimes this can give us a feeling of loneliness or isolation (or even the blues).
Lastly, the Moon in Libra forms an uncomfortable square with Mercury (R) in Capricorn (exact at 7:40pm EST) possibly causing miscommunications. You may find that you are not able to express yourself as easily or someone may cut you off from saying something.
Thursday (1/7/10)- Today is mainly comprised of Moon transits. Keep in mind that Lunar transits are shorter in duration than planetary transits. There will be 1 planetary transit and there will be 6 Lunar transits; 3 out of the 6 will be positive. Later in the day, the Moon will positively trine the super triple conjunction (Chiron, Neptune, & Jupiter).
The Moon in Libra will square Venus in Capricorn (exact at 3:35am EST). Although we will have a drive to be with others around this time, it would be best to avoid heavy conversations pertaining to love. Sometimes the object of our affections is just out of reach (or otherwise detained) around this transit. The is not a good time to go shopping or work on beautification because what we think looks good now may seem like a bad idea at a later time. Then the Moon will highlight the Sun/Mars quincunx when the Sun in Capricorn will form an uncomfortable square with the Moon in Libra (exact at 5:40am EST). In the morning we may experience some tension between friends or loved ones. This won’t be conducive to feeling very supported. Sometimes this transit brings (minor) squabbles. Next, the Moon in Libra will form a positive sextile with Mars (R) in Leo (exact at 6:35am EST). As with all Mars transits, I recommend doing something physical or exercising around this time (the energy will need a constructive outlet). Sexuality can be enhanced around this transit. Our feelings will be in alignment with how we act. Make sure to put your actions toward positive pursuits!
In the afternoon, the Sun in Capricorn will form an annoying quincunx with Mars (R) in Leo (exact at 3:39pm EST). Remember, all of these are planetary transits and their effects will be felt much longer than a Moon transit. Make sure you are well prepared, because delays could block our path. It seems the more we assert ourselves and the harder we try, the more resistance will be felt. The best advice I can give around this transit is, leave your ego at home! There could be a lot of aggressive attitudes, competitiveness, ego-centric behavior, arguments, temper tantrums, and quick judgments around this time. There may also be an increase in accidents (please be careful while driving & allow extra time to get to your destination). The lessons learned will be fortuitist in the long run. We may have a lot of extra energy, so make sure it is channeled properly (like with exercise). Then, the Moon in Libra forms an annoying quincunx with Uranus in Pisces (exact at 4:51pm EST). This is a time where someone around you may challenge tradition. You may also want to buck the system. An expected event or surprise could catch you off-guard. Luckily we will end the day on a high note, when the Moon in Libra will form a flowing trine with (the “Wounded Healer”) Chiron in Aquarius (exact at 5:17pm EST). You may be presented with an opportunity to heal or to be healed. Holistic and alternative medicine is especially favored. Serendipitous moments abound! Lastly, the Moon in Libra will form a flowing trine to Neptune in Aquarius (exact at 7:34pm EST) causing our imagination/creativity to soar. This transit is also beneficial for daydreaming, idealism, intuition, romance, music, poetry, abstract ideas, mysticism, etc. It is possible to be more charming (or to meet charming people) around this transit. (I wouldn’t make a big decision around this time).
Friday (1/8/10)- Overnight, the Moon finishes its association with the triple conjunction when the Moon in Libra makes a flowing trine with Jupiter in Aquarius (exact at 1:07am EST) helping us to feel optimistic and/or lucky. This is an ideal time to be with friends or to work with groups of people. It is also beneficial for spirituality/religion, higher education, horses, law/legal matters, advertising, sales, and publishing. This will also be the beginning of a 4 hour void of course cycle that will last until the Moon transitions into passionate Scorpio. Then, Mercury (R) in Capricorn forms an uncomfortable semisquare with Neptune in Aquarius (exact at 2:29am EST). Remember, this is a planetary transit and its effects will be felt much longer than a Moon transit. Be careful (especially) with business dealings around this transit. If it sounds too good to be true, then it probably is! Review all fine print closely and if possible put off signing any contracts. We will want to idealize people/situations around this time. On the positive side: creativity, intuition, and imagination could be increased too. It may be hard to wake up and focus on the tasks at hand this morning. Next, the Moon will transition into intense Scorpio (exact at 5:00am EST). Favorable Scorpio Moon activities are: anything related to research, occult, detective work, self discovery, digging below the surface (both figural & literal), passion, mysteries, secrets, etc. Things that are not favored or exacerbated during the Moon in Scorpio are: jealousy, anger, intensity, and surgery (it can delay healing time). These will be themes over the next 2 ½ days. Then, Venus in Capricorn will form an annoying quincunx with Mars (R) in Leo (exact at 6:56am EST). Remember, this is a planetary transit and its effects will be felt much longer than a Moon transit. Quincunxes usually signify blockages and/or delays. This transit may bring some tension (especially with love, family, & finances). It may be hard to act on our feelings. Make sure you look before you leap. I always advise doing some sort of physical activity whenever Mars is involved because Mars’ energy will want to get out one way or another. This is also a good time to look within and find your “hearts desire” whether that be a person, vocation, hobby, or otherwise (but wait to act until later). Sometimes this will bring up sexual tension. Hmmmmm?!? The Moon in Scorpio will make a supportive sextile to Pluto in Capricorn (exact at 11:33am EST). This will be a favorable time to look below the surface and have in-depth conversations or counseling. This is a time that we could be feeling passionate or intense. This will amplify the Scorpio Lunar traits.
Later in the day, the Moon in Scorpio will form a positive sextile to Mercury (R) in Capricorn (exact at 9:26pm EST). This will make us want to reach out to friends and family to chat. This transit helps with the flow of communication. It will be easier to express how we feel around this transit.
Saturday (1/9/10)- I will be doing Astrological Readings at Spirit Dancer today between 2-5pm. This is a great opportunity to get an introductory reading from me at a discount. They are located at 125 S. Winooski Ave in Burlington, VT (across from the fire station). Walk-ins are welcome or you can call me for a time.
In the morning, Mercury (R) in Capricorn will form a slightly uncomfortable semisquare with the “Wounded Healer” Chiron in Aquarius (exact at 5:24am EST). Remember, this is a planetary transit and its effects will be felt much longer than a Moon transit. Past memories may come flooding in around this time. Forgiveness (or the need to forgive) often accompanies this transit.
In the afternoon, the Moon will highlight the Venus/Mars quincunx from yesterday. The Moon in Scorpio will form an uncomfortable square with Mars (R) in Leo (exact at 12:24pm). As with all Mars transits, I recommend doing something physical or exercising around this time (gardening, housework, working on the car, etc. all count!). Sexuality can be enhanced around this transit. Did you ever have a moment where circumstances seem like they are conspiring against you? Often, this transit results in a culmination of things that can be annoying. Sometimes small irritations or quarrels can result. The Moon will form a positive sextile with Venus in Capricorn (exact at 4:18pm EST). It is likely that we could receive compliments on how we look or dress. It will be easy to interact with others. This transit is positive for both relationships/love and finances. Lastly, the Moon in Scorpio will form a positive sextile to the Sun in Capricorn (exact at 5:16pm EST). This is an ideal time to be with friends & loved ones. This transit is conducive for feeling supported. Maybe it’s time to make your sweetheart dinner…or better yet go out?!
The above transits are often felt collectively but you would need to know where within your chart that they would fall. As always, I am available for a professional astrological reading. I now have a variety of charts to choose from (relationship, life path, time-line, etc). I can do readings in-person or over the phone. Or if you’re not into having a reading I can just supply a chart. Please feel free to contact me for more information! Have a great week! Bye for now……
Peace & Light,
Gretchen A. Hidell, Astrologer
Intuitive Counselor/Gem/Crystal Work
(802)-999-4677
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