This year the heavenly bodies seem to have conspired to sweeten the pot with an event we haven’t seen in 70 years. The summer solstice isn’t a rare event, a full moon even less so. But they’re both special, and when they just so happen to occur on the same day, as they will this year? That’s once-in-a-lifetime special. The 2016 North American summer solstice happens on June 20, 2016 at 6:34 PM EDT. That’s the very moment when, essentially, the sun stands still at its northernmost point … [Read more...]
Winter Solstice 2015
December 21, 2015 by
Everything You Need to Know About the Winter Solstice From astronomy to religion, the year's shortest day brings enduring mysteries. The Northern Hemisphere's procession of dwindling days is about to reach its nadir. The winter solstice is the year's shortest day, but the start of winter also launches the sun's steady climb towards the long, warm days of summer. The solstice occurs on Tuesday, December 22 at 4:48 UTC—that's late Monday night across most of North America. It happens … [Read more...]
Full Moon on Tuesday October 27, is 3 degrees Taurus
October 21, 2015 by
The Full Moon on Tuesday October 27, 2015 is at 3 degrees Taurus, in Taurus decan 1. The full moon astrology is enhanced by Neptune, adding emotional sensitivity to relationships and spiritual protection. The purity and high ideals of the full moon can be put to good use on the striking feature currently in the sky. A triple conjunction of Venus, Mars and Jupiter promises happiness and success in love and other passionate desires. Full Moon Meaning Like all full moons, the major planetary … [Read more...]
Earth Sky, New Moon launches 2015 on JAN 20
January 18, 2015 by
We will have six supermoons in 2015, and the first of the bunch is to fall on January 20, 2015. January 20-21, Aquarius New Moon The Aquarius New Moon brings a fresh energy into all social situations. Connections to Mercury and Venus add a sweet, friendly quality that will help you get to know someone new better, or provide meaningful support to a friend. What, you say? Supermoon? But the moon isn’t anywhere near full on this date! That’s right. This isn’t a full supermoon. Rather, … [Read more...]
Mercury Retrograde Shadow until July 16, 2014
July 9, 2014 by
What is Mercury Retrograde? Three, and sometimes four, times a year, the planet Mercury appears to be moving backwards in the sky for a period of approximately 3 weeks. "Appears" is the key word here, because, technically speaking, no planet actually moves backwards in their orbits around the Sun. In fact, they don't even slow down. Retrograde-station-direct cycles are essentially illusions that result from our point of view from Earth, simply because the Earth is also orbiting the Sun … [Read more...]
Self-control becomes second nature…, Shirlee Hall
October 21, 2013 by
HOW DO YOU FIND WHAT YOU HAVE FORGOTTEN? The intention providing life to what I share is to bring and support the light, love and wisdom of your true Nature into physicality. You are the one who must discover your natural state. You succeed by being earnest, questioning and fearless. Together, we keep our mind and heart in harmony. We support each other and encourage a steady remembrance. As light minded beings, we are a blessing to each other. All blessings come from within. We … [Read more...]
Blue Moon – August 20, 2013
August 19, 2013 by
When the moon rises Tuesday night (Aug. 20), it brings us the August full moon and in addition, it will also technically be a "Blue Moon." "But wait a minute," you may ask. "Isn't a Blue Moon defined as the second full moon that occurs during a calendar month? Tuesday’s full moon will be the only full moon of August 2013. So how can we call it a 'Blue' moon?" [Blue Moon Secrets Explained (Infographic)] Yet it still is a Blue Moon, but only if we follow a now somewhat obscure rule of … [Read more...]
‘Women through a Full Moon’, next on July 22
July 19, 2013 by
THE CONCEPT – WOMEN AND THE FULL MOON DIARY The Concept of ‘The Full Moon Diary’ for women is revolutionary in offering a tangible marker to follow and reclaim a natural process that has been known for thousands of years. And don’t worry, this does not require any moon dance rituals to be performed (unless this is a favorite past time of yours). The Full Moon Diary is simply a way for women to take a moment’s pause in their month, to self-nurture and reflect on the month that … [Read more...]
Lunar Eclipse In Sagittarius: Tall Tales And Happy Endings
May 21, 2013 by
People associate eclipses with calamity for some reason. This makes them nervous. In reality, each eclipse has a unique flavor. It makes sense to consider what you're dealing with before you go diving under the bed until the eclipse has passed. Have you see the movie, Big Fish? It's about a man who tells tall tales. What's distinct about this man and his stories is that all his stories end well. My friend and colleague, satori, likes to say, "If a story hasn't ended well, it's … [Read more...]
Heads Up For The Emotionally Rocky Weekend
May 17, 2013 by
The Moon leaves Leo for Virgo between now and Sunday, taking hits from a variety of planets throughout the weekend. You can expect some lumps in your sugar with this but it's nothing to panic over. To fare well, I'd align the energy of the Moon. That means drama (Leo) through Friday night. Saturday and Sunday think "multi-task". Get to work on details, communications and chores while the Moon transits Virgo. This alone will have you feeling (Moon) in tune on a personal level to … [Read more...]
Sun will be exactly conjunct Mars(competition) in Aries (courage)
April 17, 2013 by
This is an excellent time to breakaway from the pack. The Sun will be exactly conjunct Mars in Aries on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. This is especially notable because Mars is in it's own sign and the Sun is exalted. Aries is concerned with courage and fresh starts. Mars love competition and will fight to win. The Sun is a creative force. Solar energy is overt. This is why the Sun is high-functioning in Aries. Do you have the courage to shine brightly? You can think … [Read more...]
Elsa, Avoiding A Knock-Down Drag-Out Fight!
April 6, 2013 by
Venus conjuncts Mars in Aries today. Couples who are prone to fight probably will. I personally think it's okay to clear the decks now and then, but I know others don't agree. I will say this is not the best time for a knock-down drag-out fight. The Moon is in Pisces conjunct Neptune and Chiron and people are sensitive! Consequently, tactics (Aries) to avoid (Pisces) conflict make sense. The easiest way to do this is to join forces with your partner against a common enemy, even if … [Read more...]
FULL MOON
March 15, 2013 by
FULL MOONS A full moon is a lunar phase that occurs when the Moon is on the opposite side of the Earth from the Sun. More precisely, a full moon occurs when the geocentric apparent (ecliptic) longitudes of the Sun and Moon differ by 180 degrees; the Moon is then in opposition with the Sun. Lunar eclipses can only occur at Full Moon, where the moon's orbit allows it to pass through the Earth's shadow. Lunar eclipses do not occur every month because the moon usually passes above or below the … [Read more...]
Elsa – Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus, Mars, Chiron, Neptune all in one sign, PISCES!
March 7, 2013 by
Feel The Love...Then Take Off Like A Rocket! This is our last fishy, swishy week. It peaks under the new moon on Monday at which point we'll have the Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus, Mars, Chiron and Neptune all in one sign - PISCES! Talk about grace! If you do nothing else, this week, give someone, somewhere, a pass. Offer your forgiveness. Show benevolence. Let the love (Venus) and compassion (Pisces) you feel (Moon) be seen (Sun) and communicated (Mercury). There is a huge shift that … [Read more...]
