Mysteries in the Sky: What a multitude of wondrous shapes, colors, and infinite configurations the stars form in the heavens above. Look up, on a warm Summer night, and the awe of our realm will reveal itself.

Friday shows more tension than harmony… probably the residual energy from a busy week. Remember that you can always choose how you use this energy. Just like you should let a harsh email sit and “cool” for a while, how you respond to stress is a result of discernment and wise choices. Pray for discernment. There are a couple of positive signs too, as the week ends, with the Moon in trine with Uranus, bringing new ideas to the table, and conjunction with Mercury and Pisces, allowing you to tap some hidden reservoirs within as you enjoy communicating with colleagues and mates.

“Celebrate the freedom to be who you are.”

Saturday looks quiet with the Moon opposing the restrictions Saturn likes to bring. Do you feel boxed in by plans, commitments — agreements with loved ones? That’s actually an opportunity for you to examine why and when to make such agreements… you don’t have to say yes to everything. Decide what you want. Then proceed by crossing off things that you need to do to refresh your own Spirit. After that you will be in a good place to help others. Enjoy your holiday and the celebration of freedom.

On Sunday, emotions find a kind of healing harmony, as the Moon dances in synch with Neptune (Spirituality), and Jupiter (Expansion). This brings about a pleasant mid-summer day to spend with friends and loved ones. It is also a good time to simply “take a break” and get in touch with yourself via reading, meditation, hiking and other solitary enjoyments. Not the best day to begin new pursuits, but better to get in touch with old ways, core beliefs, and long-time friends. Find your common ground that holds it all together — and enjoy the Summertime for those in the Northern Hemisphere. Celebrate the freedom to be who you are.

Looking toward next week, we see a bit of stress getting back to work after an enjoyable holiday (4th of July in the US) over the weekend. It might feel like a tough week to get going with a lot of colleagues and friends on vacation. But that also offers an opportunity for you to relax a bit, regroup, and approach your work with a new outlook. Pluto’s energy of renewal is shining today, so look for some ways to get exercise, read a book or magazine you have not looked at in a while, and enjoy the mid-summer days for those who live above the equator.

The Full Moon levers its pull on Earth this Weekend

Get set for a powerful weekend with lots of energy from the Full Moon, and a Mercury Retrograde in the air. Friday shows a busy Moon squaring off with Saturn, in harmony with Neptune, and cooperating with Pluto. Interesting. You might find this evening to be a bit dreamy with your mind wandering off the practical after a long week. As with any weekend, there’s a need for renewal, and you have some energy for recreation. Plus, the Sun’s energy (Personality) is working well with Uranus, so you might have some new ideas on how to relax this weekend. A new getaway? Sitting by the fire at an Inn?

You may have met someone new on Friday, and been intrigued with them intellectually. When you get up on Saturday, you discover you might have some feelings for them.

Earlier this week, the Moon was teaming up with both Mercury, and Chiron today to make a nice opportunity for you to talk with those close to you in ways that heal old wounds, and inspire people to feel better. It could be a good time to patch some things up. It is a good day to do some inspirational “coaching” for your team and employees at work. People will be open to hear you talk about growth — sure it’s a down time for the economy, but people have already heard a lot about that. That makes it a little bit tricky… especially at work. New ideas cost money, so that’s probably not the right message. Steady growth through good solid business principles should play well.

On both Friday and Saturday, the Moon is at odds with Mercury (Communication). Mercury then goes Retrograde on the 11th, which makes Communication a bit difficult. Remember to listen and check what you hear and read very carefully. You may have met someone new on Friday, and been intrigued with them intellectually. When you get up on Saturday, you discover you might have some feelings for them. Just make sure to give things due time and the communication needed to clarify intentions. You will also get a good feel for your limitations today — it’s always helpful to know your boundaries. And Saturday is also a good day of “balance.”

Sunday shows a day when you may feel a bit out of sorts. Did you party on Saturday night? You could find yourself in a conversation with a partner and your head reading it one way, while your gut tells you the opposite. What do you do? Ask questions in a calm, reasonable way. Listen and consider the answers carefully. Today, those you are close with may wish to talk about practical matters. You should also do what you can to get clarity in your Spiritual beliefs and habits. Finding your way is one thing — sticking to it is another.

There’s an old saying, “as above, so below.” What better way to visualize the energy of the Cosmos than with this photo of dew on a Spider’s web?

On Thursday (05.15), the Sun is dancing with the Moon in such a way that you are personally tuned into your emotions. The Moon (emotions) is also strengthening Mars (initiative), and all together shows that you feel you can get things done today. It’s a good feeling. It’s a busy day, and you can also feel the influence of Neptune on your personality — which may leave you a bit sensitive to the people around you — at work, and at home. Use your imagination in your projects today.

“in the spirit of your heart, find what it takes to start anew. Start what anew? That’s up to you… “

On Friday, the Moon (Emotions) works well with both Mercury (Communication) and Neptune (Spirit), so get ready to speak your heart. This is usually a good policy, though you have to temper your emotions in the corporate arena, and you don’t want to get too worked up in your romantic relationships. Since the Moon is closer to the Earth, and so a great influence upon us, it’s important to follow how its energy is working with the other Planets which in turn affect us as well. Friday also finds the the Moon tugging with Saturn (Practicality). Are you feeling restricted? There’s a fine balance between what’s practical, and where your heart leads your imagination. Make sure you think things through.

As we head into the weekend, Saturday finds the Moon working nicely with Pluto (Transformation). This is a good transition using the energy of Friday in the spirit of your heart to find what it takes to start anew. Start what anew? That’s up to you… but whether it’s renewing an old relationship, looking up an old friend, or just finally getting to the Spring project, today is a good day for it. After a good sleep on Friday night, Saturday brings a clearer outlook on how you can achieve your goals.

As you read my posts, remember that though we perceive each day as somehow separate, that it really is all a great cosmic flow of energy. The influence of planets and celestial bodies are mixed in the flow, like a headlights crossing beams on a highway. And some of yesterday’s energies still are at work even as today ebbs toward tomorrow. Ride the flow, and remember you only have now.

As the earth turns, so the moon revolves, and its affect cannot be underestimated.

As we journey through a new Moon (Emotion) in Pisces (Spiritual) weekend, it’s a good time to use imagination, meditation, and visualization to renew your Faith. This can be faith in your career, faith in your relationships, and yeah — the big Faith. Mars enters Cancer on Tuesday, which means that initiative has has to find its way through some emotional interference. You can do it. Take a deep breath, get centered, and thing logically about what you must do. Prioritize and get it done. There’ll be time to address your feelings after you cross off a few items — and you’ll feel better because you got things out of the way.

“…your independent streak may continue from the weekend (being by yourself), through your work-week (taking initiative to launch projects)…”

It’s a new Moon weekend and a good time to work with all of that new energy as Spring approaches. On Saturday, the Sun collaborates with Uranus to bring some light on new approaches to relationships and careers. It’s a good day to go to the book store and pick up a book about a new pursuit, business idea, or travel plan. Get a magazine you’ve never read before and see what possibilities that opens up for you. Remember to welcome uniqueness in yourself and those around you.

Venus (Love) remains in Aquarius (Freedom) through mid-week, so your independent streak may continue from the weekend (being by yourself), through your work-week (taking initiative to launch projects), though this influence is soon to play out. This is also a time when Mars (Initiative) is working its way through Cancer (Emotions), so as you enjoy a bit of freedom, you may find that the trip brings up some emotions you hadn’t felt in a while. That’s ok. Feeling is the first step toward dealing.