My
Schedule:
Monday & Thursdays – Phone/Skype. Intuitive Astrology
Readings, Life Coaching, Hypnosis, & Remote Reiki Sessions.
Tuesdays –
Introductory Astrology Readings at Spirit Dancer 125 S.
Winooski Ave in Burlington, VT.
Wednesday & Fridays – Intuitive Astrology Readings, Life
Coaching, Hypnosis, & Reiki Sessions at 161 North Street in Burlington, VT.
I have appointments between 2-7pm, so
please give me a call to schedule. It is
a two-story white house and there is ample parking in the back.
Current Planetary
Positions:
Please reference the Blog
entry on the date the planet went into that sign for an explanation.
Sun: Capricorn
12/21-1/19, Aquarius 1/19-2/18
Moon: Changes signs
(approximately) every 2 ½ days.
Mercury: Capricorn
12/31-1/19, Aquarius 1/19-2/5
Venus: Capricorn 1/8-2/25
Mars: Aquarius 12/25-2/1
Jupiter: Gemini
6/12/12-6/27/13
Saturn: Scorpio
10/5/12-12/24/14
Uranus: Aries
3/11/11-5/16/2018
Neptune: Pisces
2/3/12-3/31/25
Pluto: Capricorn until
1/20/24
Chiron: Pisces 2/8/11-4/18/2018
Current Retrograde
Planets:
Please reference the Blog
entry on the date the planet went Retrograde for an explanation.
Jupiter Retrograde in
Gemini 10/4/12-1/30/13
Coming up! There will be NO Retrograde
planets between 1/30/13-2/17/13!!! That means 100% forward movement of all
the planets. This will be the only time
in 2013and is a great time for manifestation!!
(Sunday 1/13/13)- Overnight, the Moon will form its monthly
conjunction with Mars both in Aquarius (exact at 3:37am 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. This will also be the beginning VERY LONG of a 26+ hour void-of-course cycle that will last
until the Moon transitions into humanitarian-oriented Aquarius later
this morning. 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 remainder of the
day will be under the influence of the void-of-course
Aquarian Moon….
(Monday 1/14/13)- Today will be a complex Astrological day.
Much of the planetary energies will be occurring very early involving primarily
Mercury, Venus and Jupiter. Relationships will be highlighted this week. With Venus’ involvement the emphasis will be
on love but is not limited to romantic relationships. It's really any close
personal relationship. It will be important to discuss our feelings with our
partner and to not let things blow out of proportion.
Overnight, Mercury
in Capricorn will form a slightly uncomfortable semisquare with Chiron “Wounded
Healer” in Pisces (exact at 1:33am 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. Reminiscing? Forgiveness (or
the need to forgive) often accompanies this transit. This can increase sensitivity, so please
choose your words carefully. Then, Mercury in Capricorn forms a
slightly uncomfortable sesquisquare with Jupiter (R) in Gemini (exact at 3:01am
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. The Moon will (finally) transition into
dreamy Pisces after a very long void-of-course
Lunar cycle (exact at 11:55am EST). Activities that are favored during Moon in
Pisces: creativity, intuition, spiritual aspirations, higher consciousness,
connection with feelings, counseling, music, art, photography, nature and
especially being near water, and charitable work. Things to avoid are: getting so caught up in others
feeling that you put your aside, excessive escapism, and acting like a
martyr. These are all themes that will
last the next 2 ½ days. Next, Venus in Capricorn will form a positive
sextile with Chiron (“The Wounded Healer”) in Pisces (exact at 7:10am
EST). Remember, this is a planetary transit and its
effects will be felt much longer than a Moon transit. This helps to heal old relationship
wounds. This will be beneficial for
artistic endeavors (especially if you have strayed from doing them for a
while). Then, the Moon makes its monthly conjunction with Neptune both in
Pisces (exact at 8:20am 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. Because idealism & escapism can be
enhanced with this transit, I wouldn’t make a big decisions or sign contracts
around this time. If you are sleeping
while this event occurs, it may be possible to have prophetic or “visitation”
dreams. Finally, Venus in Capricorn will form an annoying quincunx with
Jupiter (R) in Gemini (exact at 8:36am EST). Remember, this is a planetary transit and
its effects will be felt much longer than a Moon transit. We may feel like being social around this
time, but there might be something getting in the way of joining the
group. It’s possible that 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! You
may have grandiose ideas about the direction of a love relationship. This would not be a beneficial time for
trying to get a loan (especially for education) or legal matters.
That was a lot of Astrological activity before 8:30am! Keep
in mind that planetary transits last longer than Moon are transits. Later in
the day, the Moon will go on to highlight some of these transits that took
place earlier, reinforcing the astrological energy….
(Tuesday 1/15/13)- I will be doing Astrological
Readings at Spirit Dancer today between 3:00-6:00pm (I take my last reading at
5:30pm). This is a great opportunity to
get an introductory reading from me at a discount-$30 ½ hr. 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. The store’s number is 802-660-8060.
Today will be
an Astrologically lighter day than yesterday. This is a good time to remind you
that the energy from planetary transits don't necessarily dissipate right away.
We may still be feeling the effects from yesterday's transits.
Just after
midnight,, the Moon in Pisces will make a flowing trine to Saturn in Scorpio
(exact at 12:01am EST). This is a
great time for organization, house cleaning, filing, recycling, and being
disciplined. This is also beneficial for
starting a diet or health regimen (like quitting smoking). Sometimes others will ask for help around
this transit, but it won’t be burdensome, we will be happy to assist! Then, Jupiter (R)
in Gemini forms an uncomfortable square with Chiron (the “Wounded Healer”) in
Pisces (exact at 1:11am EST).
Spirituality, intuition, foreign travel/cultures, healing arts
(especially alternative), and dream work, are all areas that will be
highlighted today. Mentors, guides, and
teachers can come into our lives now, although we could receive a lesson in an
uncomfortable way. This transit could
“trigger” international interest and especially past wounds that need to be
healed. The remainder of the day will be
under the influence of the sensitive Pisces Moon….
(Wednesday
1/16/13)- This may be
the best Astrological day this week. Venus will form a conjunction with Pluto
bringing romantic intense feelings right up close and personal. This
conjunction will be tempered with three beneficial sextiles involving the Moon.
Enjoy!!
Overnight, the Moon in Pisces will
form a positive sextile to Mercury in Capricorn (exact at 1:54am 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. Then,
the Moon in Pisces will positively sextile the Sun in Capricorn (exact
at 4:32am EST). This is an ideal
time to be with friends & loved ones.
This transit is conducive for feeling supported. Maybe it’s time to do something nice for your
sweetheart? This will be the start of a
long void-of-course Moon cycle that will last until the Moon
transitions into pioneering Aries later this morning. The Moon transitions into pioneering Aries
(exact at 11:07am EST). Aries
Moons are similar to New Moons. It is
considered to be a favorable time to start new projects, physical activities
(like sports or working out), dynamism, leadership, competition, and action. Things to avoid are being too bossy,
arrogant, and insensitive during the next 2 1/2 days. Aries rules the head, so pay attention to
stress; especially of you are prone to tension headaches.
In the evening, Venus
will conjunct powerful Pluto in Capricorn (exact at 8:29pm EST). Remember, this is a planetary transit and
its effects will be felt much longer than a Moon transit. This is power in love, pure and simple. Sensitivity may be high, as emotions will be
felt more strongly. We may be more open
to probing our darker side and are willing to embrace our subconscious. If the energies are harnessed properly, there
could be true transformation in the area(s) of love/finances. Actually things could get fairly steamy &
passionate. However, Pluto is still
prone to having a dark side. Avoid:
obsessing (or being too intense), using subversive tactics, jealousies, hidden
fears, and manipulation. Just after, the Moon will form its monthly
conjunction with Uranus both in Aries (exact at 8:38pm EST). The Uranus
connection can bring us unexpected inspiration/ideas & can enhance
clairvoyance & channeling. This can
highlight technology, electricity, inventing, and unexpected events. Due to Aries’ influence it can also assist with
a pioneering spirit and breaking out of your rut. Finally, the Moon in Aries makes a positive
sextile with Jupiter (R) in Gemini (exact at 11:28pm EST) helping us to
feel optimistic and/or lucky. This is an
ideal time to be with friends or to work with a group of people. It is also beneficial for
spirituality/religion, higher or continuing education, horses, law/legal
matters, advertising, sales, and publishing.
(Thursday 1/17/13)- Today
will involve another Venus transit when the Venus/Pluto conjunction will form a
positive sextile with "Task-Master" Saturn. This could be quite a
powerful transit if harnessed in a careful, long-term goal planning sort of
way. Creatively handle obstacles. Go ahead and create that business plan; now
is the time!! The Aries Moon loves the
challenge and starting new projects!
We will start the Astrological day when the Moon forms
difficult squares with the Venus/Pluto conjunction that occurred yesterday. The
Moon in Aries will square intense Pluto in Capricorn (exact at 5:38am 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. Just after, the Moon in Aries will square
Venus in Capricorn (exact at 6:37am 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 in Aries will form an annoying
quincunx with Saturn in Scorpio (exact at 7:02am EST). It may be hard to complete everything on
our “list” or to get organized. It’s
also possible that our emotions could make it hard to work around this
time. Luckily, this influence will be
short. Next, Venus in Capricorn positively
sextiles Saturn in Scorpio (exact at 11:02am EST). Remember, this is a planetary transit
and its effects will be felt much longer than a Moon transit. Discipline and organization are
required. This transit will be permeated
by seriousness. This probably won’t be a
time of busy social activities. The
invites that you do get, will most likely be from your oldest and dearest
friends. Any delays that are experienced
will be for the better (but you might not feel that way at the time). This is an auspicious time for finances,
business endeavors, strategizing, etc.
This may be a good time to sit down with your partner to discuss
long-term goals. If you are single and
meet someone during this transit, the new romance may have promise of being
long-term. This will also be a
beneficial day to: start a new beauty regimen, connect with nature, cook,
and/or do work around the house!
Later in the day, the Moon in Aries will form a positive
sextile with Mars in Aquarius (exact at 9:27pm 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!
(Friday 1/18/13)- Overnight, the Sun will conjunct Mercury both in Capricorn (exact at 3:56am 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. 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.
Later in the
day, the Sun in Capricorn will form an uncomfortable square with the Moon in
Aries (exact at 6:45pm EST). 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. Then, the Moon in Aries forms an uncomfortable square with Mercury
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. This will be the start of a 1-hour void-of-course
Moon cycle that will last until the Moon
transitions into Taurus (exact at 8:36pm EST). Positive Taurus Moon activities are: focusing
on organizing your finances, clipping coupons, decorating, designing,
sensuality, cooking & eating luscious foods, organizing your home, massage,
singing, and comfort. Try to avoid:
laziness, relaxing too much, stubbornness, obstinacy and being too stuck in
your ways. These will be the lunar
themes over the next 2 days. Lastly, the Moon in Taurus forming a
positive sextile to Neptune in Pisces (exact at 11:49pm 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 around this transit. Anyone have rose-colored glasses? If you are sleeping while this event occurs,
it may be possible to have prophetic or “visitation” dreams around this
time.
(Saturday 1/19/13)- Mercury (the
planet that rules over intellect, communication, and transportation) moves into
the sign of Aquarius (exact at 2:25am EST). Words and phrases to describe Aquarius
are: “I Know!”, Fixed/Air, independent, unique, eccentric, inventive,
futuristic, friendship, aloof, cold, political, and humanitarian. Its physical association is the ankles, shins
& circulatory conditions. Its metal
is Uranium and Stones are: Amethyst, Garnet, Moss Agate, and Opal. We
are moving out of a time period where our language and thoughts were serious
and a little sober (Capricorn) and now are moving into a time where there will
be more progressive thoughts and dialogue (Aquarius). This will be a favorable time for social
events, friendships, politics, innovative ideas, inventions, finding new ways
to do things, energy work, holistic medicine, new Age ideologies, Astrology (yay!)
and group events. We will be more
focused on the betterment of mankind and helping others on a large scale
level. Since Mercury rules over thought
and intellect, this would be a great time to write or discuss these ideas for
these may be the seeds of change. There
is a down-side however; Aquarius has an aloof and somewhat chilly side on an
individual level. This is a very mental
(Air) sign and sometimes emotions are just too messy. Things will begin to take on a more
personal/emotional quality after the planets shift into Pisces. It depends where Mercury/Aquarius falls
within your own natal birth chart in order to know how this will affect you on
a personal level. Mercury will enter Pisces on 2/5/13.
In the afternoon, the Moon in Taurus will form a flowing trine to
Pluto in Capricorn (exact at 4:30pm 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
Taurus & Capricorn are earth signs, so this is a good time for gardening or
connecting with nature.
Happy Birthday
Aquarians!
The Sun transitions into the unique
sign of Aquarius (exact at 4:52pm EST). Now joining Mars and
Mercury in Aquarius, the Sun will have us concentrating on humanity and
humanitarian efforts over the next month ahead.
We will be moving away from austerity and formality (Capricorn) and into
a time of invention, eccentricity, and uniqueness (Aquarius). Aquarians are often associated with being (at
least to some degree) advanced thinkers, inventors, and often have cutting edge
ideas. I often site one famous Aquarian
that seems to almost perfectly fit the archetype…and that is Oprah
Winfrey. You see, they are often into
helping the masses and coming up with new ideas on how to help others (like
with her famous “Ah Ha!” moments). But
there is a small glitch…they tend to be sometimes cool and aloof on a personal
level. They are usually very loyal
friends, but getting one on one time may be tough. Their romantic partners often say that they
hear of all the great things that they do for other people, but sometimes they
feel neglected by the “Water-Bearer” because they are out trying to save the
world. Like Oprah’s “Favorite Things”,
over the next month we may be more drawn to technology, gadgets, or simply
finding new ways to (for instance) to run a business. Actually the Moon is in this sign of America’s
birth chart (using 7/4/1776 at 5:10pm), and Barack Obama’s Rising sign are both
in the sign of Aquarius. Emotions of
Americans over the next month may come into play, and we will be more focused
on humanitarian efforts. Some famous
Aquarians are: Abraham Lincoln, Rosa Parks, Thomas Edison, Sarah McLachlan,
Jane Fonda, John Belushy, Garth Brooks, Matt Dillion, Heather Graham, Bob
Marley, Natalie Cole, Mia Farrow, Lisa
Marie Presley, Peter Gabriel, Gregory Hines, Charles M. Schwab, Chris Farley,
Christie Brinkley, Fredrico Fellini, Christian Dior, Lord Byron, Edouard Manet,
Tom Selleck, Alice Cooper, Virginia Woolf, Wolfgang Mozart, Franklin D.
Roosevelt, Chris Rock, Jennifer Aniston, Rene Russo, Charles Lindbergh, Farrah
Fawcett, Hank Aaron, Babe Ruth, Charles Dickens, and John Travolta. It depends
where the Sun/Aquarius falls within your own natal birth chart in order to know
how this will affect you on a personal level. The Sun will be under the influence of this interesting sign until it
transitions into intuitive Pisces on February 18th. Lastly, the Moon
in Taurus will have its monthly opposition with Saturn in Scorpio (exact at 6:05pm
EST). Luckily the duration of this
event is short and the height may occur while we are sleeping. Sometimes this can give us a feeling of
loneliness or isolation. We may feel
passed over or possibly not getting the recognition that we deserve. It’s possible that our feelings may get in
the way of responsibility.
Mark your calendars! Next Saturday (1/26)
there will be a Full Moon in the sign of proud Leo!!
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 have a
variety of charts to choose from (relationship, life path, time-line, child
star, etc). I can do readings in-person, over the phone, or via Skype. 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, Reiki Master, Gem/Crystal Work
Master NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Practitioner) Hypnotherapy Life
Coach
Ordained Minister & Certified Spiritual Healer (Inter-Faith)
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