Fresco from middle ages shows the Chariot of the Moon. Reminiscent of the Chariot card in the Tarot Deck this image shows the Chariot pulled by the twin horses of light and darkness that mark the phases of the Moon which is now dark during the New Moon that began on Sunday.

Sunday brought the energy of a New Moon to bear in our lives. Think beginnings. New plans. Have another look at those goals you have for Spring and Summer — at home and at work. In Astrology we know that the New Moon can guide us to a new start in our affairs. This is a good time for formulation and planning — our Moon is in a Dark phase, and so it gives us a time of pause — a regrouping, if you will.

New Moon energy can assist you in gathering your emotional energy for wonderful new vibrations and manifestations in your life.

You can also learn much about the influence of the Moon in a person’s birth chart. Most people are aware of the Sun Signs in their horoscopes — your “sign” is an indication of where the Sun was at your birth, so if you’re a Libra, the Sun was in the constellation of Libra at that time, etc. But many Astrologers believe, as introduced by the French astrologer Dan Rudhyar, that the Moon’s position in your Horoscope (called a “Lunation type”) is equally important. I’ll write more about this in future posts, but for now enjoy some lunar meditations on a quiet spring evening and think about how it affects your life.

In Chinese cosmogony the moon is typically said to be identified with the feminine principle, the yin. This may be because a woman’s menstrual cycle roughly corresponds to one lunar month that is of 29 or 30 days.

In Indian astrology, (also called Jyotisa or Vedic astrology) the Moon is a lunar deity called Chandra. Chandra is also identified with the Vedic lunar deity Soma. For Indian Astrologers, the moon represents the mind, queenship, mother, emotions, sensitivity, softness and imagination.

So, as we enjoy the energy of the New Moon this week, let it assist you in gathering your emotional energy for wonderful new vibrations and manifestations in your life.

Astro-Forecast – Emotional Blocks and Spiritual Release

Monday launches the week under the energy of the new Moon with four Astro-energies in play. In all, it’s a harmonious start of the work week with a good outlook at both home and work. The key is to not be held back by false limitations. Instead, follow the great will of your Spirit… get “fired up” and break through to the next level in your career and romantic life.

“Spirit. Prayer. Meditation. Focus. These things will keep you on the right path.”

On Tuesday, we find a bit more tension in the air — embrace it. Huh? That’s right — tension can often be good for getting what you need. Think of the tension of the hunt, tension during college, tension as you move up the ladder at work. Think of the tension when you first told someone you loved them. Good tension. Today is like that. All you have to do is what is right — be guided by your principles and things will turn out well in the end.

At mid-week we see a couple of emotional blockages in the area of spiritual health on Wednesday. The key is to take a new approach. Has someone shot down an idea you had at work? At odds with your mate? No worries. Take a break, get a little exercise, and think about what often brings you strength of Spirit. Prayer. Meditation. Focus. These things will keep you on the right path. Take heart — a new way of looking at things is all you need.

As Thursday rolls in, we find a bit of good feeling in our comfort zone. Sometimes it’s hard to break out of habits and routines. That’s ok… but the trick is knowing when to stay comfortable, and when to make a break for the next level. You can embrace the routine for a while, but always be looking forward to your next move. Embrace change and the opportunities it brings you.

The workweek ends on Friday, much like it began with a very harmonious and opportune day due to the positioning of the astro-energies. It’s time to enjoy romance with your mate… at lunch… at dinner… maybe at lunch and dinner — woo hoo. You know the spirit of celebration that carries you across the floor like your feet aren’t touching the ground? That’s how you can feel today. Enjoy your day!

This NASA artist’s concept gives a good sense of the Sun’s influence on Earth. No one argues with how the Sun exerts light and heat necessary for growth and life. Everyone knows the Moon controls the tides. But the energies of the other planets seem less obvious even though at times they are more profound. Enjoy the heat of Love on Valentine’s Day.

Happy Valentine’s Day on Monday, as the astro-energies signal true values for the day — follow your heart and communicate what is in it. Of course there are nerves involved with that… there always are with matters of Love. This is precisely why you need to open up inside, and outside. You took a risk on love. Will it pay off? This depends on many specific things, but in the end — being brave always gets you where you need to go. The key to honest growth in a relationship is first to get real about your own wants and needs, then to listen first to your mate before you seek to be understood. After both of you reveal your heart… you will know what is next.

“…what’s important now is that you revisit the foundation — what your relationships are based upon — then work forward from there.”

Tuesday rolls in with some lingering tensions in the air, astrologically speaking. Remember that there are always tensions, and that some kinds of stress are good — they key you up to get going and get things done. Today, Mercury (Communication) appears twice showing some disfavor with both the Moon (emotions) and Jupiter (growth). So, you will need to consider what emotions are preventing your key relationships from moving forward. Use this time for reflection and prayer — the time for action is ahead.

At mid-week we find two astro-energies showing harmony, while three more show some stress on Wednesday. Focus on the positives of new ideas that lead to growth. Is there a new way to approach a project at work? How about something you haven’t tackled before in your love relationship? Relationships at work and at home grow by taking on new tasks and challenges — think teamwork. That’s the Spirit. And Spirit is precisely what you need these days, so nurture it in yourself and those you care about.

Thursday gets busy with ten astro-aspects in play and brings an opportunity to consider your love life. What doesn’t feel just right about the way things are? What can you do to change things for the better? Communication seems a bit strained now, but as you know, all things will pass and you will move to the next phase. So, what’s important now is that you revisit the foundation — what your relationships are based upon — then work forward from there. This introspection will set you up well for your next step… when the time comes.

Wondrous Planets: This image from the Hubble Space Telescope in 2005 shows Pluto, its moon Charon (below and right of center) and two newly discovered moons to the right. All the planets exert influence (gravity, etc.) on one another… and so upon Earth.

Time changed, falling back one hour, on a sleepy Fall Sunday. We also saw the Moon (Emotions) working in conjunction with Mars (Initiation) to bring the right mood to get things done. These can be home projects, shopping, cleaning, or maybe some work on a work project to get the jump on the week ahead. Venus is also glowing on Sunday, so you might even add in some love spice to the mix this week.

“Emotionally, you can make a breakthrough at work which could lead to a transfer or promotion, and in your relationship you could come to new understandings about where you’re going.”

Monday starts off a bit slow with a feeling of staying safe within boundaries in the air. This is not the day to make a risky move at work, or even at home. There’s a time for change, and also a time to stay the course and let it run. You also have an opportunity to look at some tension in your relationships today. Learn more about it by listening carefully to those you love.

On Tuesday, we find the Moon working in conjunction with Pluto — planet of transformation. What does that mean? Emotionally, you can make a breakthrough at work which could lead to a transfer or promotion, and in your relationship you could come to new understandings about where you’re going. How does it happen? Celestially, we also see the Moon (Emotions) in harmony with Chiron and Neptune — healthy spirituality. Emotions provide the impetus, and the Spirit carries us forward.

Midweek dawns with a note of tension in the air on Wednesday. Remember that a certain amount of tension — even stress — is what is required to get things done. Think of shooting an arrow — no tension in the bow, and the arrow goes nowhere. Deadlines bring a kind of tension too. You will need to communicate well today, and that means really listening, to get what you need to do completed. Even though you might feel boxed in, that won’t last forever. Just do what you know is right.

Swirling Circles: The planets whirl around the Sun just as people in your lives flow in and out of it. As above, so below. And as we learned in high school physics — all energy. You can work with these energies as your week unfolds.

Astro-Weekly Update…

August arrived on Sunday with the Moon (Emotions) showing harmony with Neptune (Spirituality). This is a day to follow your feelings when it comes to matters of the Spirit. Meanwhile, Venus (Love) is showing some tension with the Sun (Personality). Is there something about your mate’s way of doing things that is bothering you? Remember, people don’t do everything like you would do — the best approach is to work on sharing goals and principles, but leave room for individual ways to approach them.  Work on this throughout the week.

“…listen to your feelings, this time in your romantic life… but don’t get carried away.”

Monday finds the Moon in harmony with three spheres — Chiron (Health), Pluto (Transformation), and Mercury (Communication). We all know that good Communication can actually heal relationships and even individuals — psychologically and physically. And if you listen — really listen — you can learn what is necessary to break through to a new level of understanding. Watch for restrictions on something you want to do, and consider them carefully.

Tuesday shows a day when the Moon squares off with the Sun, and Jupiter (Growth) squares off with Pluto (Transformation). Some things that seem like they will bring you what you want, are actually dead ends. Pray for discernment. Jupiter appears again in the mix, this time at odds with the Moon. Trust your emotional intelligence on this one. When you learn to trust your gut instincts, you will be in a better position to deal with any “stress tests” that come your way.

At midweek, Wednesday brings a busy day in the heavens with 11 aspects at work. Mars appears twice — in opposition with Jupiter, and in trine with the Moon. Feel your way through what actions to take, and take small steps. Venus likes the Moon today, but is wary of Neptune — another signal to listen to your feelings, this time in your romantic life… but don’t get carried away. Neptune (Spirituality) appears again, this time squaring off with the Moon. Sometimes there are people in your life who are vexations to the Spirit. Deal with them and move on.

We are all in this together, and so we salute the sacrifices of those that have gone before in order to preserve that which we hold most dear. Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness — may be it be yours this Memorial Day, and may we never forget the price.

Astro-Weekend Update…

Saturday presents a busy day in the heavens with nine celestial aspects. Busy can translate to a whirlwind of energy, and sometimes emotions. This is a good day to get things done as the Moon dances in trine with Mars, and works in conjunction with Pluto. Don’t get caught up wavering between how much change is required. Follow what is in your Spirit — that is what’s best for your health. Act with prudence and you will be rewarded in a healthy way.

“…remember all that have fallen in the fight for Liberty, and keep the Spirit of the “good fight” front and center.”

On Sunday, we see a bit of stress between Mercury (Communication) and Uranus (New Ideas). Someone may tell you a new idea today, and you should just listen. Then, check any tension you feel about the idea against your instincts. The Moon is in trine with Mercury which means you will feel good about stating your case. Meanwhile we find an opposition with Venus, and this can make for some difficulties with your mate. Take pains to make sure they understand you have heard them out.

Memorial Day starts off the week on Monday with a feeling of growth within certain boundaries. This can mean a specific strategy like trading up for a new car with payments that still fit your budget. As you enjoy the day, and remember all that have fallen in the fight for Liberty, keep the Spirit of the “good fight” front and center — it is at the core of nations, states and neighborhoods. You don’t need to launch any projects today, just celebrate accomplishments with those you love.

June ushers in very quietly on Tuesday with one astro-aspect to consider. The Moon (emotions) show harmony with Uranus (new ideas) today. No fear. Even though change is at the root of what life is about, most people resist and even get scared about it. Don’t. In business it is said that any company that is not growing is actually dieing. And to grow, you need new plans, new tactics, and new ideas. Embrace that in business and in your family and you can find great success.

Greetings – Sunday – February 14th., 2010
I am available today until Noon., pacific only.
No late evening hours.
Love is celebrated today just about all over the world & especially between
people who perhaps rarely, if ever, think about or consider the idea of ‘LOVE’.
It’s just a fun day to acknowledge, accept, share, give, be in Love & feel LOVED!

The most important ideal & sentiment to remember today is that YOU ARE LOVED…
more than you could ever imagine. Regardless how you may personally be feeling, today give thanks to GOD for creating you, & loving you, unconditionally.

If you’re feeling anything ‘less than’ yourself, today, chalk it up to the prevailing planetary influences, right now, that are pulling, pushing & tugging on you, that more likely than not, are creating a less than loving feeling & cause you to wanna stay in bed, or hide in your cave. ‘GET OUT OF BED & GET OUT OF YOUR CAVE’… take today to at least exhibit ‘Self Love’ in a way that allows you to indulge in your passions.

Eat some chocolate, have some champagne, go take a walk or ride into a rain forest, mountain trail, the beach, lake or river. Enjoy something you’ve always wanted to do, but couldn’t take the time or make the time, or allow yourself the time to … JUST DO IT’! Today is the day to show ‘Self Love’ … appreciating the life you’ve been blessed with. And of course, if you are fortunate enuf to be with someone special, or with the ‘one you are madly passionately in love with’… then lavish him/her with their heart’s desires! You will receive a huge blessing & surprise by day’s end.

Happy Valentine’s Day!!
May your day be filled with heartfelt Joy… love, light & laughter!

Aloha hugs & love,
Daija ext 32452

Black Holes — Powerful Galactic Wonders: This artist’s concept depicts a supermassive black hole at the center of a galaxy. NASA’s Galaxy Evolution Explorer found evidence that black holes — once they grow to a critical size — stifle the formation of new stars in elliptical galaxies. The grayish structure surrounding the black hole, called a torus, is made up of gas and dust. Beyond the torus, only the old red-colored stars that make up the galaxy can be seen. There are no new stars in the galaxy.

On Saturday, we see four harmonies, and three emotional square offs in play. This should be interesting since you will find it easy to talk about some new ideas with friends and family, but you will need to listen carefully to your own words, and those of others to see what blocks might be in the way. People resist change — that’s human. And, there are other emotions that get in the way sometimes. Have patience, and learn to work through these temporary challenges — the result will be all that much more worth the effort.

“Four strong harmonies lead the way into the start of the week on Monday, with Neptune (Spirituality) especially in play.”

Sunday finds the Moon (Emotions), dancing in harmony with Saturn, and in trine with Mars, but squaring off with Jupiter, and showing tension with Mercury. This configuration brings an opportunity to try some new things within the boundaries set by your relationships. It’s not the time to shoot higher. Listen well, and you may discover what the underlying tension in your communication is about. This will be healthy for your relationship.

Four strong harmonies lead the way into the start of the week on Monday, with Neptune (Spirituality) especially in play. Venus (Love) is working with Neptune, and the Moon (Emotions) is blending positive energy, so you will find that when you show your Spirit with your mate, it will be a positive force for growth. Keep your conversations to familiar subjects, and let your passion shine.

Tuesday brings a harmony with Jupiter — planet of expansion — as the Moon squares off with Saturn — planet of limitations. Around you at work and at home you will sense a feeling that growth is now possible. Financially, 2010 looks like a year when we continue to work out of the economic recession. This transformation will require careful consideration of the right moves to make for initiatives at work, and in your personal life. Move carefully, and strategically — and growth is possible.

Hurricane in the Heavens: Think of the immense, uncalcuable energy at play in this distant “whirlpool” Galaxy with its companion Galaxy of millions of Stars as caught by NASA’s deep space photography. All is energy, in the Universe.

Astro-Weekend Update…

Saturday arrives with some lingering tension, though the Moon is working now in conjunction with Mars to bring a feeling of progress to the table. Again, understanding emotional discord — getting to the root of it, is what’s called for now. Remember that what we see in others, is often a mirror of our own self — our projections. Use this wisdom to look in your own mirror so you can grow and move on. Full Moon energy is available to you today as you harvest what you began months earlier.

Remember that good, creative tension is what it takes to get things done.

Sunday finds the Moons emotional energies working well with Pluto — planet of Transformation. This is a sign that some of the tension you are feeling can be changed into something good. How? That’s the key question, and while the specific answer varies from person to person — there are some other clues today too. Emotional growth is being restricted by something Spiritual in nature. You can get beyond it, but you need to take some good, healthy, steps forward — have a good look in the self-help section of your favorite bookstore.

Monday users in February, as Winter cycles toward Spring. Today is a good day to talk things over and listen well, as the Moon dances in trine with Mercury. But Mercury is showing some tension with Jupiter — planet of expansion — so it is not the best day to propose new initiatives. Instead check in on projects, and relationships, and enjoy the collaboration and conversation. It will do you good.

Tuesday finds some sparks of tension in the air as the Moon works well with Mars — planet of beginnings — but shows some stress with five other planets. Remember that good, creative tension is what it takes to get things done — a hurricane of helpful energy may be generated and used wisely. You need a certain nerve to forge ahead. But don’t press too hard today, instead, take it easy. You will get more started by taking practical, well planned, small steps toward your goals. Save the bold moves for the right timing.

Nova Blue and Red: The large pink area in upper right is part of N76, a large star forming region, while the blue wisp at bottom is remnants of a large Super Nova explosion — composite of several images taken by NASA’s Hubble Telescope.

Astro-Weekend Update…

Saturday looks like a fun one as emotions are lined up for Love. Whoo hooo. But there are some stress indicators too, so after the lovin pay some attention to health communication. You know… where you talk about some deep stuff. Hey, there’s more to romance than just sex, and one of life’s great rewards is connecting on a Spiritual level. That’s good for the health of the relationship… and your own health too.

Just like work-outs are good for the body, so reading, meditation, prayer and other activities are good for the soul.

On Sunday, the Moon dances in trine with Uranus a sign that you feel open to new possibilities. How will you explore them? An outing to a new part of town… or stay in and learn more about your mate? We also see the Moon (emotions) squaring off with Chiron, Neptune and Jupiter. This indicates some emotional roadblocks for growth that could go against your Spiritual health. Pray. Meditate. Feel, deal, then heal.

Monday looks a bit quiet, but a good day to seize the iniative and get things rolling. Interesting to see Venus working in conjunction with the Sun, while the Moon shows tension with both. One possibility here is that you might not be paying attention to your gut instincts. It’s sometime easier to go with your head (ie. “everyone loves my proposal”) than to listen to intuition. Don’t make that mistake.

Tuesday sees the Moon in triple harmony with Chiron, Neptune and Jupiter. I always like this alignment because it brings a healthy energy for spiritual growth. But even though the energy potential is there — you have to do some work, fun as it may be. Just like work-outs are good for the body, so reading, meditation, prayer and other activities are good for the soul. Don’t be blocked from exploring some new ideas.