During the last week of 2015 and into very early January the planets have us in an upbeat and optimistic mood as we welcome all the good things to come in 2016 with fresh starts and new leaves turned. Just when it seemed like some forward progress was made, the planets show us that there… Continue reading New Year turbulence as Mercury retrograde squares Mars
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2016 The Astrology Forecast
2016 Overview We start 2016 with lot’s of hope and anticipation for the good times ahead and even though it may take some months before we feel that this really is a trend in the right direction. By years end we might find ourselves living in a different reality to the one we’ve just left… Continue reading 2016 The Astrology Forecast
But Seriously Folks! – Why Horoscopes Are Comforting
Why Horoscopes Are Comforting “Neuroscience research indicates that predictions can alter perception and even modify brain activity in the direction of what is expected.” Yes, and not a new concept for many. This recent NY Times article points out that what you believe is what you get – well in it’s way. Suggesting that we… Continue reading But Seriously Folks! – Why Horoscopes Are Comforting
Wishing on a star!
The Full Moon in Cancer on the Morning of 25th is at 11.11am UT and the first Planet the Sun and Moon combination touch with their rays of stellar light is Neptune. What ever else is held in this moment, it is time to make a wish, feel the dream that springs from your heart… Continue reading Wishing on a star!
Uranus opposite Mars, a change of purpose? Neptune Dreams & Solstice Celebrations
During early December as the Sun approaches the Solstice, it’s nearly midwinter for us in the northern hemisphere and a perfect opportunity to view the pre-dawn sky, particularly if you’re not a naturally early riser! The late sunrise and clear cold skies will give a chance to see the waning crescent Moon drop a little… Continue reading Uranus opposite Mars, a change of purpose? Neptune Dreams & Solstice Celebrations
Saturn square Neptune – Reality Shifts, Living the Dream or Losing the Plot?
The midpoint between Autumn Equinox and Winter Solstice is an important point in the progress of the Sun through the year. Seasonal festivities are now mainly focussed around Halloween but the actual “cross quarter day” is on the 7th. Many of the stone megaliths throughout Europe indicate the Sun’s alignment to a specific point in… Continue reading Saturn square Neptune – Reality Shifts, Living the Dream or Losing the Plot?
Relationship Focus, Mars & Venus join with Jupiter –
The big Lunar eclipse of last month probably had you put your attention on relationships with it’s Aries and Libra focus. October will continue with this theme and it’s not just the relationship with your “soul mate” or “significant other” that’s being brought into view for consideration now. Venus, the planet most closely associated with… Continue reading Relationship Focus, Mars & Venus join with Jupiter –
Virgo Vibes & Solar Eclipse
Sometime in the near future you may be able to look back to this September as the month you got your life in order. Or, if not the whole life plan, at least some aspect of it! It could simply be a case of organising some paperwork or tidying a space but for the more… Continue reading Virgo Vibes & Solar Eclipse
Venus & Uranus retrograde, Saturn direct. Jupiter, Venus conjunct – A busy start to August!
Astrologically August starts out with a few busy days. The last week of July has set the pace, when Venus turned to retrograde motion on 25th July and Uranus followed suit on the 26th. We now have five planets in retrograde which includes all the slower heavyweights, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune and Pluto. This is a… Continue reading Venus & Uranus retrograde, Saturn direct. Jupiter, Venus conjunct – A busy start to August!
The promise of good things to come – Jupiter & Venus conjunct in Leo
July starts with a welcome sense of opportunity and good fortune as both the greater and lesser “benefics” Jupiter and Venus, join together on the 1st. The view of these two bright stars getting closer by the day has been an enchanting feature of our early evening sky for the last several weeks. This combination… Continue reading The promise of good things to come – Jupiter & Venus conjunct in Leo