Astrology & You happy birthday USA!
THE POETRY MAN
By Dianne Bachman
By Frank Fratoe
did 248 years ago, the flavor of the prevailing energy is similar.
heart. This is a wonderful time to develop intuition or to cultivate communication that is more intuitive. July 13 Full Moon in Capricorn takes us back to the seeds we planted at the last New Moon, which was in Cancer on
If you are pondering what all this might mean while you are firing up the grill and staging your f i r e w o r k display, here is my take. Currently Pluto is stationed retrograde as it was in 1776. In this chart, I see the slowing of Pluto as deliberation, a deeper look at Plutonian energy. It gives us room to reconsider, review, and rethink. Pluto is the powerful change agent, breaking down those areas it touches and purging that which is no longer serves us. Capricorn rules, among many things, structures, and government. In the 1776 USA chart, Pluto is located in the second house. This is the house of finances, possessions, what we own, but also reflects those things we value. Once again, USA is in a state of upheaval and we the people have some space to consider what values we embody, what we hold dear and wish to preserve, what is no longer in the best interest of the collective. Though this energy can be intense, I have hope that somehow, we can all find the absolute best in ourselves and come together rather than perpetuate the ugliness of division.
June 28. How are those plans for self-care coming along? Now is the time to put those plans into action. Healing energies further support these luminaries by a square with Chiron, our wounded healer.
Tubing On The Rappahannock From far away there seemed to be gold lilies swarming the current unlike the white of that flower but as I got closer they changed clearly to throngs of youngsters who wore life-jackets for safety tubing along joyfully downriver while adults kept intermingling. All splashed feet in amber hoops
which sailed there as a flotilla to advance ringcraft that summer until thirty tubes spread onward where riders adorning each one became aquablooms risen on water.
Frank Fratoe lives & writes in the city.he loves.
None of us humans live long enough to see a Pluto return (approximately 248 years), but countries sure do. On July 4, Pluto will return to the same position as it was stationed on July 4, 1776, at 27 degrees Capricorn. Along with this important transit, because July 4 is a birthday, the USA will also be experiencing what is known as a Solar return at 12 degrees Cancer. Though our Country looks quite a bit different than it
As the Sun makes its Solar Return, it also squares transiting Jupiter in Aries, bringing lots of energy to the table. Perhaps there is something of a pioneer spirit sparked with this combination. If we forge ahead with courage, enthusiasm, and think beyond the stuck places, we just might come up with something we can all embrace.
July 17 Venus enters the sign of Cancer, turning our attention to home, family or those we consider to be family. Venus can be all about the richness of colors and textures, so what a perfect time to buy a few comfy pillows to soften your environment or experiment with a fresh look in your surroundings or your wardrobe. July 18 waning Moon in Aries is conjunct Jupiter, bringing opportunities to get in touch with the heart of adventure. What novel places beckon for travel? What new things would you like to learn? July 19 the Sun enters Leo. Warmth abounds in this creative, playful sign. Those with the Sun or Moon in Leo like to be recognized, so give a little credit to your favorite Leo. They will likely appreciate it. July 21 Mars in Taurus squares Mercury in Leo, giving a voice or an outlet to wherever we feel stuck or stagnant. Experimenting with breathwork or any form of somatic release techniques could be beneficial. July 24 Venus in Cancer squares Jupiter in Aries as Jupiter trines Mercury in Leo. Creating a safe and nurturing space in your home environment is supported, along with the energy to express your own unique style. Be bold, embrace your individuality.
Now let's look at the rest of the month: July 5 Mars enters the sign of Taurus and Mercury enters Cancer. Mars is not such a happy camper in Taurus because Mars wants to forge ahead while Taurus slows the energy, wants to enjoy strawberry margaritas by the pool. But, on the other hand, Taurus can help Mars do some grounding. Mercury in Cancer adds air to an otherwise watery place, so any nurturing or relationship energy might come more from the head than the
July 28 New Moon in Leo, so time to lighten up, have some fun, and maybe think about a creative project or visiting a local art studio. Music and film are also favored as a means of nurturing the Soul.
Dianne Bachman is a psychotherapist & astrologer practicing in FXBG. She can be reached at FourwindsastrologyLLC@gmail.com
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