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!

Often we hear that horoscopes in newspapers can be “too general”. My weekly Astro-forecast (below) can appear that way too. In a long-form personal horoscope, we take into consideration your specific date of birth, and how the planets are positioned in “houses” to find symbolic meaning for your particular life. That takes a few pages.

Are we controlled by Astro-Energies? No. They simply set up patterns of force bringing certain opportunities where things are more likely to happen.

In the newspaper version of horoscopes, and in a similar way in my forecasts, we are looking just at the astrological energies in a more general sense. Newspaper horoscopes break things out in general for the different Sun (personality) signs corresponding roughly to the 12 months of the year (with overlaps depending on the sign). My forecasts look directly at the planets in play for a particular day of the week with a special focus on our emotional Moon.

So, are we concerned with “planets” or energy? The answer is energy — lines of force that a planet may exert in our lives. A good example we can outwardly sea is how the Moon (understood as a “planet”, or sphere of influence, in Astrology), controls the ocean tides. It pulls on the water, and since we are composed mostly of water, it pulls on us too. You should note that the Moon and its interaction with other Planets is very important every day, and often understated in brief Newspaper horoscopes. But we take a look at lunar play with other planets in Astro-forecasts.

Are we controlled by Astro-Energies? No. They simply set up patterns of force bringing certain opportunities where things are more likely to happen. You are blessed with free will and self determination. So, you can choose to work with energies in play all around you, or go against them. Will you turn your boat directly into the waves of the oncoming tide, turn sideways and risk capsizing, or “go with the flow” and wash gently into shore. That is up to you. All you have to do is what is right. Pray for discernment.

Astro-Forecast – Spiritual Motivation and Emotional Intelligence

Monday started the week simple — with a focus on limitations, and communication. There’s an old saying that a good person always knows their limitations. You’re human. You have strengths and weaknesses. The sooner you deal with the truth, the sooner you will be able to engage in the honest communication that will take you where you need to go in your career and in your romantic life. It’s that simple. It’s that tough. That’s life.

“It often feels good to stay safe, when a new strategy comes along that requires action. Don’t.”

Opportunities for you to take action for growth are swirling though the Astro-Energies on Tuesday. But to get going, you have to get over any emotional blocks in the way of new ideas and communication. What “emotional blocks”? Think comfort zone. It often feels good to stay safe, when a new strategy comes along that requires action. Don’t. Make sure you think things out well, and double-check your communication. Then move forward. This will also help if you are in a “holding pattern” in your romantic life. All things need to grow.

Midweek brings a healthy mix of Astro-Energies with emotional health of the Spirit at work on Wednesday. This positions you well for a break-through in your career, when you take a leap of faith and make the right moves. What moves? You will know what to do when your logical plans feel right in your gut — when instincts align with intellect, it’s a powerful indicator to move forward. Meanwhile, take a moment to consider anything blocking the way in your romantic life — becoming aware of stumbling points is the first step toward dealing with them.

Thursday looks quiet as Astro-energies go, presenting just one focal point — a nervous feeling about restrictions. How can this be good? In all parts of your life, there are boundaries — psychological, financial, interpersonal, and physical, that must be respected, even as you grow beyond them. This is why “graduation” is celebrated in schools — you are breaking your earlier limitations and moving forward with your life. Today is like that… look around you and consider where you must “graduate”. Then, celebrate the process (of life) with your mate over dinner.

Friday too is quiet in the heavens, yielding just two Astro-energies with which to work. The Moon (Emotions) is working in conjunction with Uranus (New Ideas) while showing some tension with the Sun (Personality). This sets up an opportunity to follow your intuition when you are temporarily stuck during the day and wondering what to do. You can’t always figure things out in your mind. Step back, and take a break. During your break pray for discernment and trust what your heart is telling you. Emotional intelligence will help you succeed.

Often when I write blog posts, I talk about how the planets are working in the heavens, sometimes cooperating with one another, and sometimes at odds and how that impacts us here on earth. And in horoscope charts, aspects are patterns we check to ascertain elements of the personality. But what are these “aspects” exactly? I get the question a lot, so let’s take a closer look.

“Aspect patterns have a major influence on your personality and character by creating greater ease or resistance.”

You can think of aspects as way in which the planets work together to make things easier, or harder for you. You can track (chart) aspects by studying the angles that planets form to one another at particular points in time. And, when several aspects occur in the same chart (or simultaneously), they can create larger aspect patterns. Instead of one aspect, several planets in aspect can create a larger aspect pattern. These larger patterns can signify a complex personality pattern, referred to by psychologists as “complexes”.

Modern astrologers approach aspects more from data and reporting in current research with some consideration of historical reference. “Astrological harmonics” is an umbrella term having to do with the study and factoring in of all aspects for a given person, or situation.

Aspect patterns have a major influence on your personality and character by creating greater ease or resistance. They can also be set off and stepped up by transiting and progressed planets. A natal trine may become a Grand Trine whenever a third planet enters the part of the zodiac that trines both planets already in trine. A T-Square can become a Grand Square, and a sextile can become a Yod. This can also happen in relation to other people and their planets can form larger aspect patterns with yours. Having these aspects together can create feelings of immediate rapport and significant relationship dynamics or something you are both attracted to work on or understand.

Helpful Aspects: Trines & Grand Trines

Trines are formed between a couple of planets when they are roughly at a 120 degree angle from each other and generally are viewed as a favorable influence with the energy of each planet contributing to the positive energy of the trine. A simple example would be on a particular day when Mercury (Communication) forms a trine with Venus (Love), then it can be said to be fortuitous to speak what is in your heart — about love, on that day. But things are usually much more complex than that, and even following trines, there can be too many of them in a chart which might tend to make a person lazy.

“A T-Square is a challenging aspect that signifies a struggle that intensifies and eventually leads to a resolution.”

When 2 planets make a trine (120 degree angle), and there is a 3rd planet that also makes trines to both planets, this triangle is called a Grand Trine. Imagine a planet at 0 degrees Aries, another at 0 Leo and a 3rd at 0 Sagittarius, and this is a Grand Trine. The 3 planets that make up a Grand Trine are usually in the same ELEMENT. They don’t have to be, as some aspects are very close, yet out-of-sign. However, the principle of a Grand Trine is that there or 3 (or more) planets trine each other in the same element. When you see a Grand Trine in a chart, it looks like a large triangle.

A Grand Trine aspect pattern can create a feeling of ease and complacency because things seem to “just happen” seamlessly, without effort, friction, or force. This can signify a special talent or ability that appears effortless, but it can also signal a tendency to be lazy or complacent because things come so easily that there is nothing to prove and talent is never fully developed. Your tendency can be to leave the tough stuff for another day. With a Grand Trine, there’s always tomorrow….

Challenging Aspects: T-Squares and Grand Squares

When 3 planets square each other, they form a triangle called a T-Square. In a T-Square, there is one planet that squares 2 other planets that oppose each other. If you envision a planet at 0 degrees Aries with a planet square it from 0 Capricorn and another at 0 Cancer, this is a T-Square. If there is also a 4th planet in square with the others, for example a planet at 0 degrees Libra, this creates a Grand Square pattern.

A T-Square is a challenging aspect that signifies a struggle that intensifies and eventually leads to a resolution. While T-Square configurations are common, they signify an inherent challenge that forces growth or change that can lead to success in life. The focal planet, or planet that squares the opposing planets, is the key to the T-Square and shows where tension is most likely to show up. Conflict resolution may be aided by the missing or empty part of the Square (opposing the focal planet).

Above, Zytglogge tower in Bern, Switzerland. East facade fresco showing the gods for the planets Saturn, Jupiter, Mars, Venus and Mercury.

While T-Squares are often found in charts, Grand Squares are less common and often signify a weight to bear that keeps you on a short leash. It may seem like access is continuously denied and you are restricted to a small area where growth is only possible with discipline and hard work. For some reason or another, you are continually stressed and need to consciously maintain balance, always being forced to stick to the straight and narrow. Somehow, these people often learn to carry big loads and are capable of effectively handling large responsibilities. However, they can also feel overstressed and overburdened at times.

Cosmic Aspects: Yods

In a YOD pattern, 2 planets make a sextile, and they both make a quincunx (inconjunct or 150 degree aspect) to a 3rd planet, creating a triangle, or Yod. If you imagine a planet at 0 Aries and 2 planets sextile each other at 0 Virgo and 0 Scorpio, this is a Yod.

Yods are called the “finger of God” and have a connotation of being receptive to messages from higher states of consciousness. While Yods can be exotic and you can enjoy the adventure of feeling like a stranger in a strange land, you may also need to make consessions and be adaptive to unfamiliar situations when you have a Yod in your chart. It may be that you give in one direction and get your needs met from a completely different source, so it is not possible to measure how much others give you to decide how much you can give.

All of these kaleidoscope of patterns factor in together in your horoscope and the picture (a snapshot of patterns) that astrologers consider for daily, weekly, and monthly events.

Happy Weekend and Good Friday. One aspect on Saturday, is that the Moon (emotions) is in position to challenge Jupiter (Growth), so you have an opportunity to look at any feelings that are holding you back from where you need to go. Emotional intelligence is one thing, but feelings are also known to block people — fear is a good example. That’s one service Astrology does for us — bringing to our attention things we can look at so we can get past them instead of leaving them rumbling at the subconscious level.

“God is hope, God is light, and God is truth. And the Truth will set you free.”

A lot in Astrology is about “archetypes.” For instance, the Sun (Personality) is in Pisces now, which is noted for the archetypes of the Mystic, the Dreamer, the Story Teller. Archetypes are models for a personality type, and what they say about motivation, has a lot to do with the actual behavior you observe. So, under Pisces energy, you can take some time to dream your dreams, and when you manifest them — weave a story about it. It’s ok if people see you as the Dreamer, as long as you can come back to earth long enough to bring those dreams into reality.

Jupiter and Saturn were in position this week to get us to face the truth. Most of us value the truth. Many of us block certain parts of it from ourselves for a time. You should welcome this opportunity to be set free. The work of blocking truth doesn’t really get us anywhere and requires a lot of energy that goes wasted. There’s no way around it — no shortcut. That’s the truth. God is hope, God is light, and God is truth. And the Truth will set you free.

It is interesting that the Moon (emotions) often plays a bigger role in aspects which affect our days than the Sun (personality), which most people focus on regarding their horoscopes. On Wednesday, the Moon was dancing with Mars (intiative) to bring a feeling that you can get things done today. Bring it. It was also in favorable position with Neptune (ideals) to heighten the sense that you can reach for your dreams. As with most opportunities, there is a flipside — caution that your enthusiasm doesn’t blind you so you shoot right by the truth. Bring it down to earth, and think logically about things before making important decisions.

What can we learn from rigidity? On Friday (3/21) the Sun (personality) forms a square with Pluto (Renewal) — a position that creates a sort of celestial tug-of-war. This can mean that your ego, or someone close to you, is holding you back from what you need to get done. You know, “digging in your heels?” Here’s a good meditation: what lasts longer and gets more done, the ocean (fluidity), or a rock cliff (rigidity). So, your challenge is to go with the flow, even if it means shutting down the ego a bit.

A lot of what Astrologers look at has to do with how two or more planets are positioned to each other, and how the tension between them — in the heavens — can exert an effect on us on Earth. Remember, the Moon can cause the tides. So other planets, some many times the size of the Moon, though at great distance, have their influence on us as well. Right now, one thing that is going on in the Zodiac, is that Venus is positioned to “square” (at a 90 degree angle) Uranus. This can create a tension in your relationships and with people close to you where you may have some different ideas about how to proceed, then they do.

“This is a time for emotional intelligence. Trust what your feelings are telling you.”

On Tuesday (01/15) of this week, the Moon “squares” the Sun in the heavens. Then, later in the week, Venus enters Aquarius. Again, a “square” creates a kind of celestial tug of war. And, when the Moon — ruler of emotions — has tension with the Sun — the light of your personality — you may see some emotions affecting your behavior. Deal with them. Remember: feel, deal, heal. That will get you ready for the planet of Love (Venus) entering the somewhat unpredictable sign of Aquarius. Deal with your emotions up front, then you can deal, much better, with any unexpected things that come up in your relationships later in the week.

On Thursday (01/17), a couple of interesting planetary configurations include the Moon squaring Neptune, and then we have a Moon trine Sun configuration this evening. This is nice for the emotional side of things where your gut instincts may be important in what you create today. Your emotions may again play a key role in how you are perceived tonight and tomorrow, as you can be sympathetic with friends and sweethearts. This is a time for emotional intelligence. Trust what your feelings are telling you.

On Friday (1/18) the Moon creates a little tension with the Sun, based on its position celestially. They are at an angle known in Astrology as a “sesquiquadrate.” This can result with your feelings being at odds with what your “head” is telling you. Logic versus emotions. Each have their value. Put it down on paper, and sleep on it overnight, before making a decision. Again, the Moons role in providing signals for our “emotional intelligence” comes into play. Trust your gut instinct once again, but make sure you don’t act irrationally. Of course there are other factors involved like your own individual personality, your horoscope, and the influences of other planets.

So, just like there’s a mechanism to the universe, with orbits and gravities affecting planet sized bodies… so there are gears of influence that encircle and work their wills on our lives.

How does Astrology help you figure out what’s going on in your life, and in the lives of romantic interests, coworkers, and family members? Well there are books and books on that, but one thing we do is look at “Aspects” in the horoscope. An aspect is the angle the planets make to one another in a particular horoscope. You can think of this as energies interacting in a personality (each planet represents a certain type of energy). This has been called “astrological harmonics,” and you can think of a chart as a sort of musical score for your life. What notes will you play with the people you work with, and the people you love? That’s where it gets very interesting.

Sometimes events in your life are in “harmony”, some times they are quite out of tune. It is very interesting when you look at all of the different character traits of someone you know well — it can be quite a long list. And your character traits, have to work well with those around you for your social self to be in harmony. That’s why Astrologers look at Aspects, and in particular Major Aspects revealed in one’s horoscope, and in the charts showing what’s going on daily, weekly, and monthly. Awareness of major aspects in your life — emotional awareness — can be used as an opportunity to change and alter your life that will benefit you.

“Understanding your energy blueprint and those of important people in your life can help you make wise choices.”

Is Astrology all about your Sun sign? No… there really is a lot more to it. Among other things, we Astrologers look at your horoscopes to determine different types of “aspects”, like Conjunctions, Sextiles, and Squares. These, generally speaking, have to do with the way the planets line up in different configurations within the houses of your horoscope. Conjunctions may be thought of as blended energies, and sometimes this can mean a blindspot in your life. Sextiles, may point to your talents, and Squares can create certain tensions within the personality — not necessarily a negative thing. Tensions can be just what’s required to motivate action. There are other types of aspects too, which combined, show a sort of energy blueprint for your personality. Understanding your energy blueprint and those of important people in your life can help you make wise choices.

Daija View: How to Magically Open Up Your World

Celestial Greetings –

Welcome to my premier bi-monthly double-issue of Celestial Sun! It’s been a joy serving you all over the past couple years with the smaller monthly version featuring mainly a monthly article and monthly scopes. Due to many variables we decided to launch a bi-monthly and you all were great in sharing with me what you wanted to read, learn and be updated on, and that’s exactly what we’ve brought to you and will continue to bring to you in our bi-monthly issues from here on out, and with an added surprise here and there, of course.

The point and focus of my newsletter is Teaching and Learning. I am focused on presenting material to you that will teach, educate and prepare you in several areas of your life where you have a need, or a desire, or an interest to learn something more. Whether it’s about yourself, relationships, wisdom, scripture, life, romance, career, love, family, the cosmos, energy, synergy, metaphysics, serendipity, synchronicity, God, physics. . . or anything you could possibly imagine, that is what The Celestial Sun is all about, to provide an appetizer if you will into the many facets of all that everyday life is about other than the ‘weather’ and those superficial sorts of chit-chat things that ‘to me’ don’t matter to a hill of beans! So prepare yourself for a variety of topics to whet your whistle that will zap those wires between your ears into an electrical storm of hot mental action and get you seeking.

Friends once you begin to ask questions, your life will begin to change, dramatically, and when your life begins to change dramatically, your world magically opens up new opportunities. Once your world opens up new opportunities, you become enlightened and suddenly you are making decisions right and left and becoming a master and creator of your universe and destiny. So many people believe that they are limited by their circumstances. I hear all the time, I can’t do this because of this, or I can’t do this because of that? People, you can do anything you truly desire to do. Remember: Everything in this Universe is Permissible. . . but not everything is acceptable. You don’t like where you are. Okay! CHANGE IT! It first begins with a thought or an Idea or a desire to do or want something different, and one small little change, one small little step.

“Friends, you must learn to Live Above your circumstances.”

So often people believe that their astrology charts rule their destiny, or that their cards determine their fate?? My dear friends, you are the master and creators of your destiny, by the choices you create in your life, and the wise or unwise decisions you make about those choices you’ve created. And it is by virtue of those wise or unwise choices and of course, those wise or unwise decisions . . .that you will either enjoy, endure, or suffer the consequences. The choice and the decision is truly up to you.

Life is truly a concentric circle of endless choices that we do indeed create and endless decisions that we do indeed make one after another after another, day in and day out. And it is for this very reason that we must be awake and alert. So many of our choices and decisions are done robotically — or as I say mindlessly. If you are struggling now, and considering whether you are ‘truly awake or not, then make the choice today to Wake up!

When we make the choice to wake up and look mindfully at what we are doing, thinking about and creating in our lives — our perspective changes, we let go of controlling others, and begin to take control of our own lives, looking at things that we can control such as our own emotions, and how we choose to act and react and respond to others and to situations in our lives. And it is by accepting those things that we cannot control, and having the good sense to know the difference that we are able to let go… and let God work miracles in our lives. I do promise each and every one of you, that in recognizing your own responsibility in all your personal and professional relationships and in all communication surrounding those relationships and establishing those boundaries for yourself, that by maintaining a certain degree of detachment from all people and things, and then begin by placing God first and foremost in your life, that you will not only live a life that is more awake and in tune — in time, a Masterful life, but you will also feel and be more in control of all that you are doing in your life. You will be ready to celebrate joy, and it is from this place that you will draw others to you. And this is an absolute result of placing God in that position in your life!

I wish you all much happiness and peace, joy, love and great Indian Summer and Fall Equinox Celebrations!

Blessings,

~ Daija

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Stellar Scopes – Aug./Sept. 2007…

- by Daija DeMornay

Leo Jul 22 — Aug 22 Happy Birthday Darling and it’s certainly a grand celebratory time for you with Saturn making it’s final descend and moving onto Virgo, you couldn’t be more ready. And you are about to Fly up UP and AWAY!!! Now is the time to get Going, and you are going On and On and On…and even round and round, but soon, you’ll get off and just at the most perfect stop, and you’ll feel like you are at HOME, finally! Isn’t that what you’ve been praying for? Of course!! You are more than ready and coming up on that final month of Saturn Return, you’re short in August, and whew, it’s been a task-master for sure! But here you are and ready to GO ON and you are prepared to get yourself together and get back on the Fast Track of success, and show the world exactly what you’re made of, especially in your career. You’re busy sending resumes and interviewing or at least negotiating and wheeling and dealing, marking your territory in both August and September. Actually you’re nearly irresistible by Sept 8th, when Venus goes direct, and you know exactly how to turn on that charm. Now keep a close watch on your budget, wait for major purchases until late Sept. Bide your time with both love and money, and just enjoy what you are experiencing now by reconsidering all your options. You do have lots of decisions to make, and this is the time between now and Aug 31st., to be writing down your heart’s desire, one by one, make your plan and execute it precisely and wisely. Trendy: Big Hoop earrings, wide retro silk headbands and scarfs, french pedicures. Spendy: Tiffany’s, Anything Gucci, IPhones	Aquarius Jan 19 — Feb 18 Giggling a bit these days are you? You cannot help but feel good about all these lovely things occurring in your life right now and well, I don’t blame you one bit! Laughter is indeed the best medicine. It’s in your best interest these last days of July and initial days of August to be flexible as you will spin into ‘high gear’ toward mid August career wise, as if you’re not already busy enough, my dear, you ain’t seen nothin’ yet! Of course the money is quite good, and you are not complaining, to say the least. But of course, you rarely have a moment for a potty break, but that’s okay, you do have a moment or two to shop! And you know how to do that in grand style! You’ve not lost your touch Ms. Shopping Queen. So line up the lunch dates and head to the boutiques. Any and all, as well as any savvy mall that may suit your fancy, because you’re going to do some creative financial damage. But oh how good everything looks on you, and how lovely everything looks in your abode, too! And of course you’ll gather nice little pretties for your favorite buddies too. You always remember those whom you love and especially so after Venus turns direct on September 8th. And just when you thought that everything was about ‘over’ and suddenly you’re back in the saddle with the one YOU LOVE and who also loves you too! Soul mates, twin flames? Yep… look in the mirror, because that’s you two! Trendy: Madras Hand Bags and Totes, Fat Reducing Creams and Gels, Worry, fret and fear — who needs that, right! Spendy: Talking to too many online psychics too often, and failure to learn from your mistakes the first time, and then repeating them over and over and over again.
Virgo Aug 22 — Sept 22 Heads up Mercury Kids, you’re about to enter the twilight Zone, and you think I’m kidding? I’m not! Saturn the task master (and don’t be scared) returns to VIRGO on Sept 2nd. And if you’re one of my clients then you know I’ve been talking about this and preparing you for this major cosmic event for the past year or so. Here you are at the 6 week count down, and I know you’re ready! (LOL). With August here you are all prepared I’m sure for Mr. Serious, Stable Structured, and Strict Saturn to join you for a two and half year visit, so let’s rev up these final count down days for this mighty welcome, okay! As July phases out with Venus retrograde and Aug and Sept rushes in— you are doing okay, really! You’re pretty content and going with the flow and status quo seems to be the routine now. Aug 7th when Mars moves into Gemini the action picks up for you, again and you’re on fire and rock the boat and just about everyone else’s around you too, personally speaking, that is! Embrace this active time, avoid jumping ahead and cool your jets, please. Take things in stride. Exhibit some patience! Money, career, and romance look good now. September 2nd, Saturn enters Virgo, this is the official launch of your Saturn Return, and take a deep breath that day and you’ll settle nicely into your already planned out routine, okay, that you’ve been enjoying since May, right?? Sept 8th Venus goes direct and someone may make a nice proposal to you, so smile pretty! Offer gratitude for your wonderful blessings. This is key: Avoid procrastination, remain positive. Trendy: Bookstore browsing, Starbucks, Bubble Chai Tea. Spendy: $35K Elite Matchmaking/Dating Service Venues, Daily Limo Service, Chartered first class Airline service	Pisces Feb 18 — Mar 20 Feeling needy? Not this month, nor next! Finally you’re in the swing of things and on top of your career game. No more insecurity for you, and your partnership woes are just about settled too! It’s not been an easy road, that’s for sure, but you know how things go, and everything in perfect time. Patience isn’t your forte, my friend, but it’s not so much about patience as it is about focus, determination, desire and a willingness to ‘be patient’ both with yourself and with GOD. After all, you are where you are because you chose this path, and the people along the way, and that always means dealing with the consequences of all your choices and decisions, recognizing that they are not going to always be delightful. Now you are on your way. To prove this point, however, you are tested again after August 12th where something that you consider to be ‘out of your league financially’ isn’t about the money it’s only about your faith. Don’t let money stand in yours and your partner’s way of happiness or achieving your dreams. Just go for it. Remember always your faith. September 8th Venus goes direct bringing the two of you together making plans for your new home and relocation by mid to late November or December 1st. Enjoy something much different than you originally planned! Career momentum picks up with the act of making your life more of a reality and stability. Trendy: Home business, Car Pooling, Asking directly for what you want and knowing that you will get it—that it’s only a matter of time! Spendy: Driving to work; knowing what you want, need or desire, yet not asking for it or having a plan to get it. Living.
Libra Sept 22 — Oct 23 Set sail late mid August while Venus is regrading, and has been since July 28th., you deserve a break now, and just be still romantically speaking. This basically means to “CHILL OUT’ for awhile, making no moves until ‘she’ goes direct (and only because your ruler is VENUS, my dear Libra) on September 8th. Then you can get back in to the swing of things and rule the roost in matters of love and money once again, make some weighty decisions about where you want to go or not go, etc. Until then be sweet and stable, only moving with the ebb and flow of whatever is going on in your life ‘with whomever you’re with. And if you’re with no one special—-leave it that way for now and keep it platonic, and just date and have a good time enjoying each other’s company, and getting acquainted or reacquainted, platonically. Because if you’re with someone and thinking of taking it a step further as in physically and maintaining a casual friends with benefits, and that’s going to be okay in the long run, ‘DON’T', my dear, VENUS, you’re in Fantasy land!! This is major dreamland, and no time to take ‘love’ risks, lest you want to gravel in quicksand for 5 to 6 weeks and who can dig that emotionally? Yucko!! No VENUS Kid, that’s for sure. Especially a diplomatic one such as yourself. Just hang out where you are and give it a break already! Consider taking a nice ‘fun’ vacation or at least a weekend get-away sometime early to mid Aug because money looks quite good and stable, as does your available YOU time. You feel pretty good these days too. Enjoy! Trendy: Commando Snorkling with your partner, Exploring Tantric practices of love making, Making Love on the beach under a Libra Full moon! Spendy: Wild over the top Destination Weddings, First Class Charter Sailing for two around the world, Gutting your home and updating everything!	Aries Mar 20 — Apr 19 Not sure which way is up these days? Guess again? And again?? You’re about to be deceived initially because you want love, romance, happiness, commitment, freedom, and several people at the same time to share it all with, because you just don’t believe you can have it all with ‘just this one person’… right? This is all about Neptune and how you’re relating to yourself, ‘self talk’ and there’s plenty of it right now between you and yourself. Don’t confuse yourself, however, with all this chatter, and calm yourself by seeking answers from qualified individuals such as trained counselors or life coaches, etc., because you are in the midst of making big decisions, and you do need wise counsel, and it’s about making the best decisions about the choices you create that will enable you to enjoy your best blessed life. After August 28th, that Pisces full moon talks romantically to you and blesses you with a nice proposal and you’re smitten. Say yes, and make plans after September 8th when Venus (love) goes direct. Money matters straighten out by mid to late Sept. and you draw close to your dreams come true. The life you’ve been considering is near, and just a few kinks to work out. You’re feeling quite nice about how major decisions are working and this territory feels and you are well taken care of and oh so loved by month’s end. Enjoy! Trendy: Multiple partners, sexual freedom, Real love. Spendy: Multiple Partners, sexual freedom, Real Love. And for you Aries, real Love is worth more than all the money in the world!
Scorpio Oct 23 — Nov 22 You’re in the mood for creative FUN mid August when Mars (action) prompts you to take risks, that perhaps you wouldn’t normally, if not for feisty Gemini coaxing Mars, urging you to do so, and you sort of like it, now don’t you??? Of course! After what could be seen and felt to you, as somewhat ‘BORING’ July days, to some extent, you’re ready for some “HOT ACTION” and everyone around you seems to be enjoying your presence. Invitations are certainly coming your way, and you’re having a difficult time choosing. It’s possible that you’ll try saying ‘YES’ to all. Doing so could cause time management issues, and neglect elsewhere in your life. Balance is key in making yourself and everyone around you happy. Career, finance and investments line up nicely and remain status quo until mid August when you rearrange your schedule, pay some debt and reinvest some cash and spend some money on yourself for a change for something quite frivolous, and this could be a secret item, but only for a moment, because you soon let everyone know about your new surprise or toy! September calls for protecting possessions, and renewing insurance policies, and renewing your partnership. Install security systems, repair and replace locks and update luggage labels etc., people are looking at you and looking out for you at the same time. Resist any temptation at all to take unnecessary risks, but remain prudent in your risky activities. Trendy: Local Wine Tastings, Do it yourself Online Investing, Babydoll Tops. Spendy: Monte Blanc anything, Precor Elliptical Trainers, A New Cool Deck	Taurus Apr 19 — May 20 You know you’re in love when you take the initiative to meet the neighbors just next door only to learn that s/he is in fact your soul mate! That’s right, you find love in the most incredible near and dear not so far off dreamy steamy places. Take it slow early to mid August while Venus, your ruler retrogrades. But gear up for some fun during that super lusty full moon August 28th when you thought you had no plans only to learn that someone cancels at the last moment leaving you with just THE ONE whom you yearned to be with all along! Then as Venus goes direct on September 8th suddenly, you look ever so much better to Mr/Ms Right, and you are not just ‘RIGHT NOW’ but perhaps RIGHT NOW and forever! Prepare for getting exactly what you’ve been waiting for all your life, and waste no time to the alter, s/he’s THE ONE! Career wise, you’re sitting quite nice these days too, and financially you are better than ever! Considering adding to your family? Yes, you do receive great news too, and possibly in duplicate or triple, too! Get the nursery prepared and don’t pick only shades of blue or pink, but plaid is nice because you’re dealing with both sexes in this game plan. Trendy: Unisex bathrooms, and basically Unisex everything! Pink for boys and Blue for girls, and shades of Purple and Lime Green for either! Unisex stainless steel bracelets for babies and adults, they love’em! Spendy: Filet Mignon, Prime Rib, Lobster Alaska King Snow Crab, & Buffalo Burgers, and real Perfume…of your favorite scent! Expensive… yes, but all worth the Bucks!
Sagittarius Nov 22 — Dec 21 Getting close to others is your theme now as you move and groove thru August enjoying yourself soaking up the sun and having fun with friends, working and playing your late summer days away, making a lot of time for yourself and important things in life, family and friends, and just relaxing while making plans and concluding what you’re soon going to be doing in the coming fall months ahead! And from how things appear, that’s pretty big stuff!! As we move thru August while Venus is retrograding until September 8th, you play it cool for a while, in love, and this suits you just fine. No time to dismiss anyone just yet, but you do set up some house rules, and this does put some order into motion. Travel plans ignite when you run into an old flame that truly could rock your world in more ways than one. Enjoy the moment, and then return to reality, because you know the truth, and nothing about this is going to ever change. Facts are facts, and until s/he changes, or the actual circumstances change for you both, then you just need to set yourself free of any emotional attachment, and/or burden, and save yourself any prolonged grief associated with unrequited love. Time to let go. September foster’s unusual friendships, as if that’s news to you, but someone particularly interesting turns out to be a truly valuable friend. Trendy: Shaved heads, lots of decorative piercings everywhere, ITunes. Spendy: Flying to meet friends for cocktails and dinner in Paris, Orchid Breeding, Luxury London Hotels	Gemini May 20–Jun 21 Are you ready for some football? A vacation? A relocation? Romance? If things are not working out for you right now, in any way, shape or form, then perhaps you just need some down time or some time away to just be still and Think? Making important decisions about partnership, investments or romance during the first part of August is not the time, hold off until after September 8th when Venus goes direct and you’re thinking more clearly. You’ll have a much better perspective on things and feel better about where you are personally, professionally and especially relationally. Chances are you are just feeling uneasy about ‘where you are emotionally’ and you just need some space to gather yourself emotionally and become more clear. Family relationships are strained both August and September, you need to clarify how important your needs, wants and desires are, SHOWING EVIDENCE of such, helps seal the deal on getting what you want, or your point across. Your health needs are vital now, and not taking care of yourself could take a toll on you if not given priority. Get some rest and steady yourself. Make it a point to maintain your emotional balance and calm by doing something that you love everyday, eating right, exercise. Beauty sleep is utmost important, make your bedroom a glorious sanctuary, and ‘SLEEP’! Trendy: Spray Tans, Botox, BiFocal Safety Glasses. Spendy: 1000ct. Cotton Sateen Sheets, GIANT 60 inch COMPUTER FLAT SCREENS, Family Vacations!
Capricorn Dec 21 — Jan 19 These late summer months you grow in consciousness in more ways than one, Capi friends, and especially so you tune into wealth and prosperity, and this isn’t all about money. There is an abundance of spiritual wealth that you’ll be seeking and in perfection as you reawaken your soul energy centers with a full Moon on August 28th just before Saturn exits Leo moving into Virgo on September 2nd. and oh how good does a fresh change of clothes feel to you! There’s nothing better than striving for excellence and work, career and love is just the way you like it now. September 8th suits your fancy when Venus (love) goes direct after a 6 week retrograde, and although you thought you were magically and passionately in love with the one — ummm, koff, koff, excuse me, but suddenly, you could very well realize that you’ve changed your mind, and rightfully so, and well, decided to move on to greener pastures. But if you’re certain that you have absolutely found the one then commitment ceremonies are certainly in order for this fall and right around the 28th of Sept looks quite superb for such loving festivities! Trendy: Handmade Monogrammed luggage and golf bag tags, Prissy Diva Pet Dog Collars, hand painted monogrammed shoes. Spendy: Coach Anything, Butterfly IPOD mini case, Pave cellphone Lanyards, Cigars International.	Cancer Jun 21–Jul 22 Moving forward, like clockwork, in your career you finally get that financial boost you’ve been expecting, or craving and you most certainly put it to good use!! Hit those mid to late summer specials that are booming now, and you’ll pack your closet with pretty steals and deals, and perhaps even pick up a bargain or two on pre-season fall specials that are being introduced now. You’re going to spend some money, Yes! And that’s okay, because you’ve earned it, and of course, everything just looks so gorgeous on you these days because you’ve tanned and toned your bod and you’re looking quite fabulous, you know! Feeling rather randy as well, you are certainly smitten toward the end of July and all thru August up to that full moon in Pisces on Aug 28 when you are currently entertaining some pretty exciting plans even as I write this! Recognition, fame and fortune along with exceptional romantic delight is certainly yours for the asking, and don’t be shy! Venus turns direct September 8th and you begin a social life that moves and shakes your life upside down. Looking at property? You may just decide to relocate or buy or sell now too, major moves are your focus this fall in more ways than one. A surprise visitor charms their way into your heart and you realize what you’ve missed all these years, and you make a decision that changes the direction of your life, and for the rest of your life, favorably. Trendy: Metallic Accessories, Patent Leather Red Boots, Plump Lips Spendy: LipoSuction, Eyebrow Transplants, and European Vacations!

I trust you enjoyed the new Celestial Sun, and that you will find tools to help you on your life path here. Remember that while Astrology and other Magical mixes may bring some insight, you are the choice maker and so empowered to live the best life possible.
Blessings, Daija

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Daija View: Fathers of the Spirit…

Celestial Greetings –

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The sacrifices Father’s make endear them to us

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In June we celebrate the coming of Summer, and of course, Father’s day. What does it mean to be a Father? Well, a lot of chores, mixed with laughter, mixed with challenges, mixed with work, mixed with joy. And, every good Father is a minister of the Spirit, from cheering on the team, to providing support, and back-up in difficult situations, to examples and lessons of faith provided by spiritually inclined fathers — and grandfathers. Wow… what a busy life it is. To get all of these things done, and “be there” for their family, a big part of what a Father does is sacrifice. It may be something small, like giving up a golf match to be with the family at the zoo, or bigger, like working a second job to help pay for the kid’s college costs. And what Father wouldn’t die for their family, if it came to that?

“As parents, we are Mothering and Fathering little souls. How important is that?.”

Have you ever heard the story of the “Four Chaplains?” One was Catholic, another Jewish, and two were Protestant. They were assigned to troops in WWII going across to England in a convoy, on a cruise ship. They held services in the mess after meals. All of their “boys” looked up to them like Fathers, and of course the Catholic Chaplain was called, “Father.”

Coast Guard Cutters were trying to protect the ship from U-Boats, but it fell behind the convoy and was blown up. It sank in eighteen minutes. During that time, one man ran onto the deck with a meat cleaver threatening all in order to get to a lifeboat. An officer shot him dead.

Also, during those eighteen minutes, the four chaplains gave their life vests to soldiers who had forgotten or lost theirs. Then they stood and linked arms on the bow of the ship as it went down and sang hymns for those frozen in fear on the boat, and those in the freezing water who had jumped overboard.

As the soldiers watched the boat go down, some in the water and some in the only two lifeboats that got launched — they remembered two things. Each life vest they wore had a red light on it to help ships find survivors in the water. Those that stayed on the boat in their life vests made a kind of string of lights like at Christmas time, each representing one soul going down, into the water with the ship. And, they remembered the four Chaplains, arms linked, singing hymns as the ship slipped under. One survivor told the men on the Coast Guard Cutter that plucked him out of the water, that the example of the Chaplains was as close to heaven as he had ever expected to be.

Standing in unity, facing death. Singing about faith in the face of disaster. A gift, by their example, in the lives of those survivors… their young men who looked up to them as Fathers — Fathers of the Spirit, to the end.

As we go about the work of parenting, often it’s too easy to lose site of the higher things to which we aspire. As parents, we are Mothering and Fathering little souls. How important is that? Here’s to the good Fathers (and Mothers) who by their own fine spirits lift their children and those around them — up toward the best that we can be on this life journey. That is my prayer for you this month.

Gift Ideas: Treat your father’s well… order them a Beautiful THEMED Father’s Day Basket THEY’LL LOVE IT!! Also, please take a look at the wonderful jewelry collection over at Tamara Designs — this would be a good way for Father’s to return the love to those Mothers out there.

HAPPY FATHER’S DAY to all awesome men of our wonderful World!

Blessings,

~ Daija

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June 2007 Stellar Scopes

- by Daija DeMornay

Gemini May 21–Jun 21

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Happy Birthday Gemini!! Party time has arrived, and you are ready! Lauch projects, contact agents and publishers. Romance is fresh, fun and alive! It’s a new season for you, and you’re looking the best you’ve looked in a long time, and feeling the best too! Ready for that trip? It’s long overdue. Grab your best friend, lover, spouse and head for your favorite spot on the beach, you’ll reenergize yourself, and your relationship too! Get set for a truly to Live For Dynamic New Moon on the 15th that will take your relationship to a new depth of passion. Remember Mercury retro begins on the 15th, no signing contracts of any kind. Give yourself extra time during travel to handle potential delays. Otherwise, it’s a pretty kind one, this time! Spiritual Blessing: Your continued passion will enable you to find the shortest distance to your goals.

Cancer Jun 21–Jul 22

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If you’re ready for a new you, the time begins after the 15th when shedding those pounds will never be easier. You’ll blush while being escorted around the gym, or club, or on the golf course —noticing the effect you have on others, is rather delightful, even with a few extra pounds! Eyes all on you these days, even in the lines at the grocery store! No doubt you are able to attract attention, now, so be careful about what you choose to wear. If honor and recognition is what you’re seeking, then expect a raise after the 29th. Spiritual Blessing: God never responds to Pain — God only responds to FAITH.

Leo Jul 22 — Aug 22

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Prepare for a career launch after the 24th where you’re about to begin a hectic six week trend that will keep you busy, yes, but take you into the money, double yes…YES!! After the 15th count on your social life picking up and as if you’re not already popular enough—you most certainly steal the show now, even at weddings, and even when you’re not the bride! So please use proper decorum and ‘don’t’ even think about wearing white!! You are in the limelight and whatever you’re doing Ms. Venus Charmer of the Evening do practice good social graces. Maintain a state of ‘balance’. If involved in the romance of the season, it continues, and nicely, so take it slow. Spiritual Blessing: Whatever you focus on today determines your level of joy, peace and contentment.

Virgo Aug 22 — Sept 22

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Mercury retrograde begins on the 15th and it’s your time to shine with a nice promotion, more money, a vacation in order, a visit with/from friends and family, and even a reconsideration of what’s truly important in your life. Talk about renewal? You’ll possibly even rethink your professional goals, consider changing professions, and/or literally renegotiate all important matters in your life, altering your life style in some very, unique and important way. You’ll have a chance to reconnect with those whom you love and in a very special way. Spiritual Blessing: One day of God’s Favor is worth a thousand days of Labor.

Libra Sept 22 — Oct 23

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Certainly a magic rollercoaster ride into fantasy this month especially after the 15th when the contacts you make take you both into the past and into the future. You are about to see your life unfold in a way that will tell your romantic story provided you’re prepared for the emotional scenes where you play the leading roll. Your focus and attention, is important, but your absolute involvement is key. Make it fun, okay. People are watching so turn this into an impressive performance. A whirlwind romance takes you off-guard between June 5th and 29th exposing something secret. Spiritual Blessing: The teachers you choose to follow, determines the instruction you choose to believe, and the future you choose to create.

Scorpio Oct 23 — Nov 22

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After the 25th, you can say good bye to fretting, fussing, and anything that you’ve personally been dealing with that may have been rubbing you the wrong way since the beginning of the year! It’s a new season of joy, fun times, and mostly LOVE! You just feel good about yourself, and about life in general, even though you’ve got some weighty decisions to make. Yes, decisions. Very big decisions to make after the 15th of this month, and you’ll make them now, and in so doing, you’ll bid adieu to all the poo pooing and hem hawing going on about them. That’s fine. Just make sure that you refrain from signing legal documents until after the 9th of next month. Spiritual Blessing: Uncommon Obedience, unleashes uncommon Favor.

Sagittarius Nov 22 — Dec 21

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Bank account gets a boost between the 15th and 30th, enjoy! Refrain from visiting Tiffany’s until the numbers are in. You’re about to expand your horizons this month with a new sizzling romantic interest or two, or three, everything arrives in multiples or in packages of ‘two’ for you this season. You couldn’t be more pleased when you set your sights high, and receive double for your quite modest efforts! Now if only those who are just ‘so S-L-O-W’ would please step aside, you need to be on your way! You’re rather drawn to people who are able to fuel and motivate your most insatiable desires. Spiritual Blessing: When you are doing the work God has called you to do, His blessing will be upon you in abundance.

Capricorn Dec 21 — Jan 19

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Any mixed signals that you’re getting ‘END’ this month. This is a two way street and you too, have a lot to do with what you’re receiving from others. You decide to just go have fun mid month, take a trip see the world, sail away, and just ‘go play’. That’s okay, you see family and friends whom you’ve needed to see. A good relaxing visit and now you’re back to work by month’s end when the changes you’re hoping to see begin to take shape, at least the people are in place. The changes you’re seeking finally arrive during the fourth quarter this year. You may assist someone fulfill a dream. Spiritual Blessing: When God is your partner, you can afford to make “BIG PLANS”!

Aquarius Jan 19 — Feb 18

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You’re in the grand swing of things as your summer plans get underway. Work is great, you’re on top of things, and your boss thinks you’re smashing! Someone whom you meet at a block party or bar b q becomes a mentor or close friend, perhaps even a romantic partner if the situation is right. You both just click! Fill your calendar with fun things to do together, and yes, include the kids, you will enjoy making this a ‘family affair’. And if there’s no kids involved just yet, then it’s time to sit back and enjoy your lives in a very special way—such as you’ve never enjoyed it before. Get that physical check up, it’s time. No delays, okay! Spiritual Blessing: What you make happen for others, God will make happen for you!

Pisces Feb 18 — Mar 20

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It’s all about your vision this month. Between the 5th and 25th focus and clarity is key, and relaxing into wherever you are and of course with your partner. If traveling check dates, times, places, confirm everything due to Mercury retrograde beginning on the 15th; delays are nearly inevitable. Money, career and moving forward in your current projects are right on track now. You’re feeling pretty good about love, life and your pursuit of happiness. Your family appreciates you, and you’re feeling loved. More importantly, you’re feeling secure, and blessed, and things continue to get better, in all areas of your life. What you’re living now is just a taste of sheer bliss! Spiritual Blessing: FAITH is simply your confidence in GOD!

Aries Mar 20 — Apr 19

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It’s ALLSTAR time, little league sports and even big leagues too, you’re about to join a team, or coach or do something pertaining to or around a sporting theme. ACTION is the name of the game this summer when you’re at your social best. Double check reservations, due to Mercury retro after the 15th, anything planned can go awry, you could end up in a tent out on the bank of a river! And if you’re cuddled up with someone ‘cute’ that could be ‘okay’… at least for an hour or two. You are certainly at your social best for the entire month of June! SO go play ball, meet new friends, relax with the crew and have a summer fest brew! Spiritual Blessing: What you do ‘now’ determines what God will do next in your life.

Taurus Apr 19 — May 20

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Take no unnecessary or uncalculated risks this month, your love life is on a roll, and all you must do is relax now and enjoy it. Savor this seasonal and festive time. The events leading to where you are going is truly something to savor. However, if you’re not liking or enjoying this “RIDE” then time to exit. NOW!! This is your life and you’re writing this script. You’re choosing this wall paper pattern, and if you don’t like it, then rip it off, and start over. Don’t Just make do! There’s an unlimited array of patterns and designs to choose from. You get the picture. Professionally, you’re on auto pilot. Personal and romantic areas of your life take priority, and you will come to terms. Make peace with all. Life truly does happen while you’re busy planning it. WOW, does it ever! Spiritual Blessing: When you ask God for a miracle, He will give you an instruction.Remember to enjoy the fullness of Summer and to treasure your Fathers this month.
Love & Blessings,
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Daija View: Mothers of the Earth, May Day and the Heart of Abundance…

Celestial Greetings –

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Mother’s Day means many things… but at the core is the embrace of the one who bore you…

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May is a wonderful month filled with the abundance of celebrating the first day of May, or “May Day”, as the worker’s holiday, and was selected in 1889 as a world labor holiday to show support for labor activism in the United States. As time progressed, the US dropped this celebration choosing another day in September, known as “Labor Day” to celebrate the eight-hour work day. May Day’s first celebration originated in the spring fertility festivals of India and Egypt. The festival of the Roman goddess of spring, Flora, was celebrated from Apr. 28 to May 3. In medieval England the chief feature of the celebration of May Day was the Maypole; this was decorated with flowers and streamers, the loose ends of which were held by dancers, who colourfully circled around the pole, weaving intricate patterns as they passed each other in their celebratory dance. These dances are still performed for exhibition purposes in England and the United States. The Second Socialist International in 1889 designated May Day as the holiday for labor, and since that time it has been the occasion for demonstrations, parades, and speeches among socialists and communists. And of course, we all celebrate the love of all Mothers on Earth, and honor Mother Earth, herself.

“Every Mother can hold her child close in comfort and compassion as she grows in spiritually supernatural wisdom beyond the ways of our earthly world…”

What is the origin of ‘Mother’s Day’? It is observed in many countries around our World because it has a number of different meanings. In Ancient Asian religions, Cybele was honored as the Great Mother Goddess. In the fifth centrury BC, her cult was introduced to Greece, honoring her with a great bountiful festival. The Romans had a holiday called Matronalia on which all Mothers were given gifts.

“Mothering Sunday,” an observance in the United Kingdom falls on the fourth Sunday of Lent, three weeks before Easter Sunday. It is thought to have originated in the middle ages when Christians visited their mother church once a year — that meant that most mothers were reunited with their children on that day.

And in the United States… Mother’s Day began as a call to unite women against war. Social activist Julia Ward Howe, after the American Civil War wrote the “Mother’s Day Proclamation,” in 1870 — a short statement urging the forsaking of violence, “Whereby the great human family can live in peace.” Today, some organizations are working to revive Howe’s original vision of a holiday that celebrates peacemaking by Mothers and others. Around the world Mothers have always stood for peace, an important fact to remember as our own nation continues in a war in the middle east.

Just as we were all born of Mothers, so the earth has been the nourishing lady that sustains us through our lives. You may have heard of the concept of “Gaia” — the earth as a living being, where some scientists have proposed that the living and nonliving parts of the earth form a complex system that can be thought of as a single organism.

Remember the old TV commercial, where an angry Goddess whips up a storm with lightning and thunder, and shouts “it’s not nice to fool Mother Nature?” Words of wisdom — maybe Al Gore also remembers that commercial, as he travels about promoting his Global warming theories. We’ll all do well, as we honor our own Mothers, to go kind on this old lady Earth that provides all of the food and abundance in our lives.

Seems kind of “heavy” even contradictory that the month of May that begins as a celebration of Peace and Mothers of Peace, then by tracing the celebrations of May back to modern day global warming, war, and labor riots, what has become of Mother Earth? On a lighter note, May also brings wonderful warm, balmy evenings in which romance and the finer intrigues of life can bloom and grow, at least this is true in the US and Canada. Australian readers are celebrating their Fall Season now, with cooler crisp air, and of course love finds us all, regardless of the season of the year.

And in every season, we can gaze into its depths, like meditating before a warm fire, and see many of the passions of life passing before our eyes. It’s that way in the heavens, as is so on our Earth. Every Mother can hold her child close in comfort and compassion as she grows in spiritually supernatural wisdom beyond the ways of our earthly world, celebrating her offspring in her warm loving bosom from some of the weary discord, fostering a calm peaceful harmony in the wild hearts of man.

That is my prayer for you — that your Mother hold you fast in that sacred place where her heart of life gives abundant love.

HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY to all awesome women of our wonderful World!

Blessings,

~ Daija

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MAY 2007 Stellar Scopes

– by Daija DeMornay

Taurus Apr 19 — May 20

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY Taurus and Happy MAY DAY, too!! WHOA did Cupid strike his bow? Yes, VENUS is so at home here and now, and it’s all about creature comforts, beautiful florals, the sweet scent of spring, and pastel tanks, tops and polos, shorts, strappy shoes and sandals! Rock and roll, but pace yourself my darling Venus kids, as this is one heckova fun and romantic month ahead. Mark the 8th on your calendar as the romantic flare ignites the ‘flames’ that torch your nites into treats shared by two — yes, it’s you and you know who! That’s right, your entire celebratory month ahead is all about love, happiness, joy; and especially creating, having and finding fun. The new moon on the 16th grabs your attention with an irritation due to you noticing additional interest from others directed toward your new flame. Oouch… you feel the sting of competition. Say what you think and feel. And do so kindly, of course. No worries, you’ve sealed the deal on this one. Time for Confidence, savvy, and a positive attitude in all you do pertaining to love, as you know exactly how to woo your way with words of affirmation, laughter and good cheer. This inner knowledge keeps you in first place. Remember to take action with those words, show her/him that you’re the real deal. No better time than now to make a committment, so go for it! Spiritual Blessing: When you’re inspired, you’re in Spirit. Allow Spirit to direct your actions, and you’ll enjoy your blessings!

Gemini May 20–Jun 21

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It’s Freedom from dependency this month, as you travel into the love arena with friends and possibly even those once regarded as foes. Oh No… No… NO! this could get Hot and Steamy, and especially saucy as your buttons are being pushed, in all the right places and you’re not at all adversarial but politely pushing back, and perfectly so! Good news, as you two conversationally progress. It’s all about your willingness toward honest discussion, details, and talking about what and how you feel, that brings everything full circle as you approach mid month. Opposites attract and you’re both intact, as your birthday season arrives with invitations galore and you’re about to romantically explore! Business looks good. You’re back on track, and about to step out into the limelight. Bow to your audience, and remember to smile! Spiritual Blessing: In terms of “love talk” always remember kindness, consideration and compassion!

Cancer Jun 21–Jul 22

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It’s count down time for you moon children with Venus entering your sign on the 8th and lingering there throughout the month and into the first week of June. Chances are you’ll decide your fate. And it’s looking good for commitment, but you’ve actually considered calling it quits. Your ice cold feet tend to have you a tad upset about what you may think you could be missing and you’re thinking “am I sure about this”?? Keep a cool head and don’t verbalize your feelings just yet. Examine your thoughts, and perhaps seek wise counsel before speaking your truth, or at least what you perceive as your truth. As you could be confused. Before you go off half cocked into a fanatical frenzie, blowing everything into the water, talk about your fears with a mentor or a professional. It’s much more difficult to stop and think and analyze now, than to have to clean up your mess later on. Spiritual Blessing: Sacrificing some of your freedom is certainly worth the risk; and always in the name of Love!

Leo Jul 22 — Aug 22

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You two are definitely “The Match” made in heaven. At least you think that’s true and just after the first meeting. Yes, after the 15th you’re in love! You and your significant new friend are on the same page from scoop to nuts, and s/he validates your original thoughts. New faces and new places rock your world between the 6th and the 17th, when everyone you meet wants your undivided attention. You’re in demand, and you’re enjoying the heck out of this spring season. You couldn’t appear more sensual, sexual or socially dazzling, and what fabulous fun you’re having. Whether at work, home, in transit or walking your dog, there’s a striking personality shining thru, and everyone’s looking at you. Take it personally, but not negatively, you are absolutely WONDERFUL, and everyone around you notices you, and you’re just beaming from ear to ear. Competition?? Are you kidding? Spiritual Blessings: The positive (or negative) energy you feel and what you believe is true about you, is what you’ll project to others around you.

Virgo Aug 22 — Sept 22

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Pleasant surprises between the 11th and 21st when your professional areas are popping with opportunity. Social, domestic and romantic opportunities are among these professional circumstances. Be alert! Your emotions are a bit jumbled, and you could even feel confused, and as if you’ve bitten off more than you can chew. Calm down and don’t frustrate yourself, just relax, and know that regardless of whom you told what, and how you’ve managed to overbook yourself, is all in the stars as a valuable lesson for you to learn. ASK AND YOU SHALL RECEIVE. It’s not a matter of if, it’s only about when! Delicate subject matters that during conversations got a tad bit heated, seem to have you passively avoiding certain people. Don’t. Be clear about yourself, who you are and never compromise your morals, values and principles. Spiritual Blessing: It’s a matter of timing, and making sure that what you see, is indeed exactly what you see, and then making sure that you handle the situation diplomatically.

Libra Sept 22 — Oct 23

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The house is yours!! This is the most dynamic month for buying & selling, mortgages, homes, loans and even ideas! Yes, if you’ve got that prototype by all means market your way to success. There’s a lot of opportunity between the 16th and 31st, and if you’re seen, then you’ll sell. People from all over will be seeking what you’ve to sell, regardless of the service, product, or merchandise. Whoa nellie, if you’re in retail sales, as this will be like Christmas in May! You’ll enjoy travel, for both business and pleasure, as well as making great strides in linking professional contacts, that will eventually turn into personal and even romantic connections later on. Never in your wildest dreams have you seen such great opportunity, and well, it’s all up to you now, by chooing to honor most what you do best. Spiritual Blessing: Your greatest gifts, are your talents, for helping others achieve their very best, and succeed!

Scorpio Oct 23 — Nov 22

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The temporary stress and strain of the full moon in your sign on the 2nd, brings about some romantic and domestic tension. You’re in love, and you’re alert to others expressing their love to you. The communication now is vital to long term success. By choosing to open up and TALK about what’s on your mind, will bring about a special intimacy that perhaps you’ve never emotionally felt, and/or dealt with, ever before in your life. If you’re hiding something or someone refrain from admitting truth, if it’s only to serve your need and relieve yourself of guilt. In all things that truly matter in this life, to spare those feelings of someone whom you love, is in fact, in cases like these, the most authentic offering of true love. Spiritual Blessing: Meditation and bio-feedback are highly recommended enabling you to relax. Get a massage. Pamper yourself, body, mind and spirit. You’ll feel better and you’ll feel loved.

Sagittarius Nov 22 — Dec 21

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Romance, togetherness, and weekend gettaways are your source of great fun and pleasure after the 2nd, you’re free to enjoy and explore. After the 16th, life takes on a whole new path of enlightenment, where suddenly you’re awestruck by a casual bystander in a business setting, and you find yourself wishing, wanting and desiring, everything other than what you have. There’s certainly something more going on outside as well as inside, that does indeed require more due diligence. Keep your ears and eyes open, there are messages being sent to you. Before you act and make the break, take a deeper more interesting look deep within yourself. There is certainly something more, than what you know. Spiritual Blessing: Give up power struggles. Absolute power demand’s nothing. Tune in for now. Meditate.

Capricorn Dec 21 — Jan 19

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Capi you rock this month. No time for serious matters, other than perhaps the hum drum ho hum of domestic affairs, nit picky financial issues, balancing the act, both domestically and professionally, is always a piece of cake, but then of course your parental roll and example you set for your kids — needs perhaps a bit of refreshing and refining. A dynamic meeting during the first week, guarantees a promotion or at least, accolades for a job well done. After the gorgeous full moon on the 2nd, you receive a most treasured and unexpected invitation. There’s a slight possibility that you’re thinking and considering the past and how your behaviors have perhaps limited you. Make amends with yourself, and your past, and you could even gather around you, new and quite prosperous friends. Spiritual Blessing: Make greator effort to understand, and to be understood.

Aquarius Jan 19 — Feb 18

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After the 2nd there’s a gentle sentimental warm and even mushy conversation going on at several different places and destinations on the map. . . and yes, you are quite well aware of the high frequencies that are indeed boomeranging back to you. Your radar is picking up just about everything being said– good, bad and other wise. You’re so much in tune after the 16th of this month with the word that’s out about you, first and foremost, and then of course, about you and you know who?? Don’t even try to hide the truth. You’re blushing dear, from ear to ear. And the colour of love does indeed look quite nice on you. Could this be the real deal, you know, the real LOVE that you’ve been wishing, praying and asking for, forever? You’ve paid your dues, and now, your kindness is about to be rewarded and in more ways than you can count on two hands. Enjoy, explore, and especially EXPERIENCE! Spiritual Blessing: Limit domineering tendancies, refrain from looking at the past, focus on the future, and have fun!

Pisces Feb 18 — Mar 20

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Your ideas, words, and suggestions do set you apart from the crowd. Whether professionally, romantically, or personally, you are walking to the beat of your own drum, and well, you’re drumming up something pretty spectacular, professionally speaking. Competition? Not a problem. Bring it on.You’re imagination soars, while you continue to enjoy more of what you’re truly supposed to be doing. Life takes on an entire new purpose, and your prepared to take it to the bank! Cash flow increases such as never before, and suddenly you see the forest, the trees and especially the ease of understanding exactly what your next step is after the 16th when insights into career and personal challenges are exceptionally clear. Spiritual Blessing: Your need to communicate who you are, is satisfied by your willingness to accept, who you are!

Aries Mar 20 — Apr 19

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Personal and family finances are boosted and you’re in love after the 2nd., and this time, you know ‘for sure’ that it is true love. A wedding or engagement proposal positions you perfectly for a fall or early winter wedding. Say yes! Afterall, you are getting exactly what you asked for. Be alert to your saboteur in relationships, as when things are going nearly perfectly, you appear to want to stir the pot, creating as much drama, or excitement as you possibly can. Right now and thru the 21st you’re riding high on the endorphins you’re creating as you launch youself into a most wonderful truly enchanting relationship/love affair ever in your life. And yes, even with that idea, you are a tad bit, desirous of creating even more sassy fun and especially games. Caution! Avoid spoiling surprises, by choosing to not dwell on something surprising or even shocking that you come across in the next 2 to 3 weeks. You enjoy the close connection, and infact, you desire it, more and more each day in your life. Spiritual Blessing: TIME OUT! Make sure that you are clear about your personal and romantic life. The man or woman sitting across from you right now, is your soul mate.

Remember to enjoy the bountiful bosom of the Earth and to treasure your Mothers this month.

Love & Blessings,
Daija

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