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Astrology Transits September 2024 – Simplicity Among Complexity

Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication. – Leonardo da Vinci

Now for the complexity! Retrograde Pluto moves back into Capricorn and Uranus begins its retrograde motion. The chart for the full Moon partial lunar eclipse on September 17 features a rare kite formation. Then, just a couple of days later, the planets form a yod configuration containing Venus, Uranus and Pluto. Expect the unexpected and avoid power struggles of all kinds this month. The good news is that amazing breakthroughs of all kinds can happen when you least expect them.

August 28: Mercury Stations Direct at 21 Degrees Leo.

September 1: Uranus Stations Retrograde at 27 Degrees Taurus.

September 1: Pluto Retrogrades Into Capricorn. Pluto moves backward into Capricorn returning us to the energy of Pluto in Capricorn, where it resided from 2008-now. Issues around power, government, patriarchal focus and the “haves” versus the “have-nots” will once again be a major focus. When Pluto goes direct on October 13 and finally moves into Aquarius on November 20, we will begin a long, slow shift into a (sometimes startling) new paradigm.

ALERT! I will be giving a talk at The Spiritual Center in Carbondale, CO on October 13 at 10:00 AM. Everyone is welcome to attend. The focus of my talk will be a discussion on the major, major, shifts that will take place in 2025 and 2026. The year 2025 will truly usher in a paradigm shift that will be the beginning of a completely different mindset.

September 2: New Moon at 11 Degrees Virgo at 9:55 PM EST. Mercury Trine Chiron at 23 Degrees Leo/Aries. The Virgo New Moon spotlights the need for Virgo’s talents of clarification, organization and order. Take this time to center yourself. Clear out clutter in both your mind and in your surroundings.

September 3: Mars Square Neptune at 29 Degrees Gemini/Pisces. Now is not the time to push yourself. You may be feeling extra tired, confused or off-center. Everything will be clearer and more focused after tomorrow when Mars, now at 29 Gemini, moves into Cancer and forms a quincunx aspect to Pluto.

September 4: Mars Quincunx Pluto at 29 Degrees Gemini/Capricorn. Mars is quincunx Pluto today. Then later in the afternoon, Mars moves into Cancer where it will stay until November 4. Mars in Cancer pinpoints family matters and emotional connections. You may feel the need to fight for causes that you hold dear and will be challenged to clarify your own beliefs about family and country.

September 7: Mercury Square Uranus at 27 Degrees Leo/Taurus. Scattered thoughts today, but also the possibility of having “lightning-strike” breakthrough ideas. Be mindful as you navigate your day, but leave room for sudden insights and ideas.

September 8: Sun Opposition Saturn at 16 Degrees Virgo/Pisces. Venus at 12 Degrees Libra Sesiquiquadrate Uranus at 27 Degrees Taurus. The veil of foggy thinking is lifted when the Sun in Virgo opposes Saturn in Pisces. You can accomplish a lot today if you use your imagination (Pisces) in a grounded, practical (Saturn) manner.

September 9: Mercury Enters Virgo. Mercury sextile Mars and Mars and Mercury Inconjunct Pluto. Pluto retrograde at 29 degrees Capricorn is at the apex of a yod formed by the sextile of Mercury and Mars. The yod indicates “fate” and the inconjunct aspect indicates a need to make adjustments.

September 11: Venus Quincunx Saturn at 15 Degrees Libra/Pisces. Relationship and money matters may seem a little out of sync today or maybe Venus quincunx Saturn just brings a bad hair vibe.

September 12: Sun Square Jupiter at 20 Degrees Virgo/Gemini. Sun square Jupiter is an excellent configuration for opening yourself up to opportunities and expanding your horizons. Though a square can be challenging, Sun and Jupiter bring a sense of optimism and confidence that can lead to big accomplishments.

September 15: Venus Trine Jupiter at 20 Degrees Libra/Gemini. I was tempted to insert a whole row of smiley faces here, because Venus trine Jupiter in air signs is such a light-hearted combination. This aspect is excellent for tuning into your true heart’s desire. Enjoy!

September 16: Mars at 7 Degrees Cancer Square North Node at 7 Degrees Aries and South Node at 7 Degrees Libra. You are being pushed (Mars) to let go of outworn desires and habits (South Node) in order to take advantage of new opportunities that may appear out of the blue.

September 17-18: Full Moon Partial Lunar Eclipse at 25 Degrees Pisces at 10:34 PM, EDT. When you look at the chart for this Pisces Lunar Eclipse, your eye is drawn to the opposition between Saturn and Mercury and to the Moon/Neptune conjunction and its opposition with the Sun. Saturn and Mercury speak to your structures and limitations, while the Moon/Neptune conjunction is very much about your intuition, imagination and openness to mystical input.

In addition, the Moon/Neptune conjunction forms a rare kite formation with the Sun, Pluto and Uranus. Because a kite combines a grand trine with a sextile, it represents a stellar opportunity for spiritual growth, creative breakthroughs and intuitive connections with “all that is.”

Use this special Lunar Eclipse in Pisces to restructure what isn’t working (Saturn and Pluto), while being open to cosmic input (Moon and Neptune).

September 20: Sun Opposition Neptune at 28 Degrees Virgo/Pisces. Venus Quincunx Uranus at 29 Degrees Libra/Taurus. Venus Quincunx Neptune at 29 Degrees Libra/Pisces. Its best to delay important decisions for a few days when Neptune is opposed by the Sun. In addition, Venus is at the apex point of a yod formed by Neptune sextile Uranus, Venus quincunx Uranus and Venus quincunx Neptune. Venus quincunx Uranus can bring unexpected results, especially around money and relationship matters (Venus). Venus quincunx Neptune adds a sense of unreality and confusion.

A yod often indicates a dramatic event and is known as the “finger of God” or “finger of fate” aspect. If your natal planets are in a tight aspect to any of the three planets, it can indicate an event that will change everything you thought you knew about your life. It sounds ominous, but can be beneficial if you use the energy wisely and conscientiously.

The chart below shows both the kite formed by the Grand Trine of Sun, Uranus and Pluto with the sextile of Pluto/Neptune and Uranus/Neptune and the yod formed by Uranus, Neptune and Venus that was discussed above. The universe is truly preparing us for new dimensions.

September 22: Sun Enters Libra at 8:43 AM, EDT. Venus Square Pluto at 29 Degrees Libra/Capricorn. Venus at 29 Degrees Libra Sesiquiquadrate Saturn at 15 Degrees Pisces. Venus square Pluto is an intense, challenging aspect that can be problematic when interacting with others. Venus at 29 degrees Libra, before entering Scorpio, urges you to complete and/or tidy up unfinished relationship issues. The Sun in Libra promotes a willingness to compromise.

September 26: Mercury Enters Libra. Venus at 5 Degrees Scorpio Sesiquiquadrate Jupiter at 21 Degrees Gemini. The signs of Scorpio and Gemini have very little in common so Venus and Jupiter in those signs need to make big concessions (sesiquiquadrate) to make their association work. If either Venus or Jupiter are aspecting your natal birth chart you may find that your associations with others takes more work than usual to remain positive.

September 28: Sun Conjunct South Node at 6 Degrees Libra Opposing North Node at 6 Degrees Aries. Venus at 6 Degrees Scorpio Quincunx North Node at 6 Degrees Aries. A little bit of fate, both positive and challenging, presents itself when the Sun and Venus make contact with the transiting Nodes. Relationship matters come under focus (Venus) and emotions are tense and deep (Venus in Scorpio). Think before you speak and/or act to avoid unnecessary relationship snafus.

Moon Movement During September 2024: Note: Dates given are for New York City, NY. The time of the Moon’s movement into a sign will vary depending on where you live.

September 1: Moon enters Virgo

September 2: New Moon at 11 Degrees Virgo at 9:55 PM EST

September 4: Moon enters Libra

September 7: Moon enters Scorpio

September 9: Moon enters Sagittarius

September 11: Moon enters Capricorn

September 14: Moon enters Aquarius

September 16: Moon enters Pisces

September 17: Full Moon Lunar Partial Eclipse at 25 Degrees Pisces

September 18: Moon enters Aries

September 20: Moon enters Taurus

September 22: Moon enters Gemini

September 24: Moon enters Cancer

September 26: Moon enters Leo

September 29: Moon enters Virgo

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I am still doing astrology readings by telephone or Zoom. My readings consist of transits, progressions, solar arc directions and solar return (year ahead) in relation to your birth chart. One-hour readings are $160 and half-hour readings are $80. Readings are recorded and payment is by PayPal, Square or Venmo. Send an email to ruby@astrology-classes.com to schedule your reading.

Astrology Transits August 2024 – Let Yourself Shine

“I wish I could show you when you are lonely or in darkness, the astonishing light of your own being.” – Hafiz

Amid all of the craziness in the atmosphere due to the Mars/Uranus square last month, and continuing through August, there is reason for optimism with some strong Venus and Jupiter energy. However, Uranus remains front and center and unexpected change is the order of the day. That energy becomes especially intense around the time of the Full Moon on August 19 (see below). Incidentally, transiting Uranus will be in trine to the US Pluto at the time of the US Democratic National Convention from August 19 through August 22nd. Expect the unexpected as literally anything could happen during the coming days.

It won’t be a boring month and opportunities of all kinds are yours for the taking. However, you might need to give up the idea of control and let the events unfold as they will. Transiting Pluto triggers the desire for control, while transiting Uranus says: “Let go, let go. There is a whole new universe out there to be experienced and its yours for the taking.”

The sign of Leo is about individuality and being true to yourself. Uranus is about breaking free of limitations. I highly recommend that you read, or re-read “Jonathan Livingston Seagull,” by Richard Bach. It is a beautiful story about freedom, taking chances, honoring your true self and flowing with what is around you. The message in the story is timeless and will help you navigate these chaotic times.

August 2: Venus Square Uranus at 26 Degrees Leo/Taurus. Venus square Uranus is a somewhat volatile connection that may have you questioning your love life and security goals. You are more open to unusual and/or more exciting relationships now. Venus square Uranus brings a longing for more freedom and excitement and a general feeling of boredom with your everyday life. When Venus is square Uranus your money and security needs may fluctuate wildly. This is not the time to make long-term money or relationship decisions.

August 4: New Moon at 12 Degrees Leo at 7:12 AM EST. Venus Quincunx Neptune at 29 Degrees Leo/Pisces. The New Moon in Leo is like the Star card in Tarot. It is about letting yourself be seen and acknowledging the star that you are. Venus quincunx Neptune calls for an adjustment in how you perceive yourself. Venus relates to your appearance and powers of attraction. Neptune can present a foggy picture of your beliefs about yourself. Use this Leo New Moon to reassess yourself. You are much more attractive and charismatic than you let yourself express to the larger world. The Leo New Moon urges you to turn a page in how you allow yourself to interact with others.

August 4: Venus Enters Virgo. Venus Quincunx Pluto at Zero Degrees Virgo/Aquarius. Venus is in Virgo until August 29. Venus in Virgo sharpens your ability to discern the truth of a situation. Venus quincunx Pluto calls for a major adjustment in matters relating to love and money. You have the discernment (Virgo) to make good decisions on far-reaching matters (Pluto).

August 6-7: Sun Sextile Jupiter at 15 Degrees Leo/Gemini. Mercury Conjunct Venus at 2 Degrees Virgo. Sun sextile Jupiter and Mercury conjunct Venus are both short-lived, but oh so pleasant, optimistic and playful aspects. Give yourself permission to take a break today; even if only for a few hours.

August 10: Sun Quincunx Saturn at 18 Degrees Leo/Pisces. When the Sun is quincunx Saturn is not a good time to push forward. Take a few days to pull back and to make adjustments (Quincunx) to what you have already started. You will have an over-abundance of energy in a couple of days when Mars and Jupiter are conjunct in aspect to Pluto.

August 12: Mars and Jupiter Conjunct at 15 Degrees Gemini Sesiquiquadrate Pluto at 0 Degrees Aquarius. Mars conjunct Jupiter is a high-energy aspect that brings back your zest for life. Your creative juices are once again flowing and your ability to problem solve is heightened. Because Mars and Jupiter are sesiquiquadrate Pluto, you do need to be wary of pushing yourself and others.

August 14: Mercury Enters Leo. Mars Conjunct Jupiter at 16 Degrees Gemini. Mercury in Leo brings clear thoughts with a touch of fun and optimism. Mars conjunct Jupiter in Gemini amps up your decision-making ability. Both Mercury in Leo and Mars conjunct Jupiter benefit negotiations and enhance the ability to settle disputes. The caveat is that you might be feeling extra rebellious toward authority figures. This is not the time to confront authority figures. Mars in Gemini can mean “angry words” and Mercury in Leo can make you indiscrete in what you say.

August 16: Mars Square Saturn at 17 Degrees Gemini/Pisces. Mars square Saturn is much different than Mars conjunct Jupiter on August 14. Saturn dampens the mood and points out our limitations and restrictions. Mars in stressful aspect to Saturn can cause you to lash out at others rather than trying to work out a solution. In addition, Saturn in Pisces adds a certain amount of fogginess and uncertainty to issues. Tread carefully.

August 18: Sun Conjunct Mercury Square Uranus at 27 Degrees Leo/Taurus. Anything goes when the Sun and Mercury are conjunct and both square Uranus. The Sun conjunct Mercury makes you more talkative. Sun and Mercury square Uranus brings sudden insights and brilliant ideas can pop up out of the blue (Mercury and Uranus). Unpredictable Uranus is strong all month. Uranus transits urge you to go-with-the flow as surprises are the norm.

August 19: Full Moon at 27 Degrees Aquarius Opposition Sun at 27 Degrees Leo at 2:25 PM EDT.

Sun Square Uranus at 27 Degrees Leo/Taurus.

Venus Square Jupiter at 18 Degrees Virgo/Gemini.

Venus Opposition Saturn at 17 Degrees Virgo/Pisces.

Jupiter Square Saturn at 17 Degrees Gemini/Pisces.

This Aquarius Full Moon is testy and unpredictable. The Sun in Leo squares Uranus in Taurus. Both Leo and Taurus are fixed signs, so neither wants to give an inch in any disagreements. Leos, Scorpios, Aquarians and Taureans will strongly feel this fixed energy.

Meanwhile:

Sun square Uranus: expect the unexpected and try to go with the flow as much as possible. The tendency now will be to dig in your heels and resist change.
Venus square Jupiter: brings a tendency to be overly optimistic with little or no regard for reality. This aspect can be highly beneficial if you use Venus opposition Saturn (see below) to plan carefully and wisely.
Venus opposition Saturn: causes a tendency to be feel overly pessimistic, inhibited, limited and depressed. Used wisely it will help you achieve your goals.
Jupiter square Saturn: presents a challenge from moodiness, inconsistency and dissatisfaction with oneself and others. Expansion and optimism (Jupiter) are challenged (square) by pessimism, moodiness, and self-limitation (Saturn).

Keep yourself grounded and balance optimism with reality during this helpful, yet challenging Full Moon in Aquarius.

August 21: Sun Quincunx Neptune at 29 Degrees Leo/Pisces. Try not to push yourself when the Sun is quincunx Neptune. Your energy level may be low and you are more susceptible to illness, deception and drug-related events. Use these couple of days to contemplate a more balanced, spiritual way of everyday life. Little changes can have a big impact now.

August 22: Sun Enters Virgo. Sun Quincunx Pluto at 0 Degrees Virgo/Aquarius. Venus Square Mars at 21 Degrees Virgo/Gemini. The Sun in Virgo cools off the hot, active, exuberant Leo energy. Its time to get organized, make plans, attend to details and to pay more attention to living a healthy lifestyle. Venus square Mars challenges you to use Mars’ energy to work (Virgo) toward your goals.

August 27: Venus Trine Uranus at 27 Degrees Virgo/Taurus. Loosen up the “shoulds” in your life when Venus is trine Uranus. Because both Venus and Uranus are in earth signs, the trine aspect can help you make unusual, but potentially beneficial, money moves.

August 28: Venus Opposition Neptune at 29 Degrees Virgo/Pisces. Things are not as they appear to be when Venus is opposition Neptune. You are being challenged to use your reasoning ability (Venus in Virgo) in a balanced way (Venus) with your intuition and sixth sense (Neptune in Pisces). Use your imagination and then run the result through Virgo’s realistic, painstaking lens.

August 29: Venus Enters Libra and Trines Pluto at Zero Degrees Libra/Aquarius. Venus is the planetary ruler of Libra and loves being there. Venus in Libra tends to be overly accommodating and even wishy washy. When Venus trines Pluto she develops a steel spine and is not afraid to ask for what she wants. Libras, especially, can use this energy to set limits and to go after what they want.

Moon Movement During August 2024: Note: Dates given are for New York City, NY. The time of the Moon’s movement into a sign will vary depending on where you live.

August 1: Moon in Cancer

August 3: Moon enters Leo

August 4: New Moon at 12 Degrees Leo at 7:12 AM EST

August 5: Moon enters Virgo

August 8: Moon enters Libra

August 10: Moon enters Scorpio

August 13: Moon enters Sagittarius

August 15: Moon enters Capricorn

August 17: Moon enters Aquarius

August 19: Full Moon at 27 Degrees Aquarius at 2:25 PM EST

August 19: Moon enters Pisces at 6:51 PM EST

August 21: Moon enters Aries

August 23: Moon enters Taurus

August 25: Moon enters Gemini

August 28: Moon enters Cancer

August 30: Moon enters Leo

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Astrology Transits July 2024 – Friends and Family (what to expect in July 2024

The bond that links your true family is not one of blood, but of respect and joy in each other’s life.” — Richard Bach

July opens with the Sun in Cancer. The sign of Cancer relates to family, ancestors and your nurturing instincts. Honor and nurture your family now, whether it is your birth family or the family you have gathered close to you because they have your back and your heart.

Saturn began its yearly retrograde motion on June 30 at 19 degrees Pisces and will move backwards until November 17. Your projects may seem to slow down during this time giving you a chance to revise what is not working. Though progress may not be as visible during the summer, Saturn is still doing its work of grounding, structuring and solidifying. You would be wise to follow Saturn’s lead.

Neptune turns retrograde in Pisces. on July 3 and will remain in retrograde motion until December 9. Retrograde Neptune calls for deep reflection on the nature of realty versus the ability to dream and intuit a new, kinder reality. Use this time to tune into your subconscious and to meditate on your deepest desires. Saturn and Neptune both retrograde in the sign of Pisces are custom designed to help you dream your dreams and to then manifest them in a realistic way.

July promises to be an exciting month with Mars and Uranus conjunct on July 15 and Mars entering Gemini on July 20. Busy, busy, busy and lots of short trips and quick conversations are on tap with Mars in Gemini.

July 2-3: Mercury Enters Leo.

July 5: New Moon at 14 Degrees Cancer at 5:57 pm EST. Mars Sextile Saturn at 19 Degrees Taurus/Pisces. The Cancer New Moon focuses the solar and lunar energy in the sign of Cancer. Its time to re-evaluate your connection to home, ancestors and family. Mars sextile Saturn is a harmonious aspect that energizes, yet restrains. It is an excellent time to nurture (Cancer) your family, friends, garden or the wildlife around you, especially if you are feeling depressed or more emotional than usual. Your energy is high, but not combustible, as is true in some Mars’ transits.

July 10: Sun Trine Saturn at 19 Degrees Cancer/Pisces. Sun trine Saturn is one of the very best aspects for steady accomplishment. The Sun brings energy and Saturn supplies the hard work and practical “stick-to-it” attitude. Any tasks relating to water are especially favored due to the Sun and Saturn both being in water signs.

July 11: Venus Trine Neptune at 29 Degrees Cancer/Pisces. Venus Enters Leo. Venus Opposition Pluto at 1 Degree/Leo/Aquarius. Venus trine Neptune is dramatically different than yesterday’s energy. When Venus is Trine Neptune there is a dreamy, diffused quality and the need for accomplishment flies out the window, though Venus opposition Pluto may bring an unwelcome intensity to your personal relationships. This is a good time to let life flow and to refrain from power struggles with those close to you. Venus enters Leo at the end of the day bringing a spark of expressive and creative energy. Push your comfort zone and put yourself front and center during Venus’ transit of Leo until August 4.

July 14: Venus Sesiquiquadrate Saturn at 3 Degrees Leo; Saturn at 19 Degrees Pisces. The sesiquiquadrate aspect is an aspect of irritation that often indicates that choices and decisions need to be made. Ask yourself: What am I ignoring? What actions need to be taken that I have been putting off? Saturn in Pisces can bring a certain amount of confusion.

July 15: Sun Square Chiron at at 23 Degrees Cancer/Aries. Mercury Quincunx Saturn at 4 Degrees Leo/Pisces. Mars Conjunct Uranus at 26 Degrees Taurus. Challenging but, potentially, very freeing vibes abound now. Sun square Chiron spotlights cosmic energy custom-made to bring forth old wounds for healing. Mercury quincunx Saturn says that an adjustment needs to be made in your habitual thought patterns. Have you gotten into the habit of negative thinking?

Mars conjunct Uranus brings renewed energy to the Jupiter/Uranus conjunction that we experienced earlier this year. Mars brings the energy and Uranus brings the tension, electricity and excitement! Their combined energy can bring accidents and political unrest. The antidote to Jupiter/Uranus’ over stimulation is to slow down and practice mindfulness. Doing so, releases the positive attributes of this aspect – freeing you from ruts and outdated ways of thinking and living.

July 18: Sun Sextile Uranus at 26 Degrees Cancer/Taurus. The Sun is your very essence, while Uranus brings sudden change, rebellion and a desire for independence and revolution. Sun sextile Uranus adds to the vibrations of Mars conjunct Uranus discussed above, but with a more mellow, positive flavor.

July 20: Mars Sextile Neptune at 29 Degrees Taurus/Pisces. Mars Enters Gemini. In the early part of the day, you may feel like withdrawing from the world to meditate or to take a nature walk. When Mars enters Gemini in late afternoon you will want to socialize, talk (maybe too much) and kick ideas back and forth with another person.

July 21: Full Moon at 29 Degrees Capricorn at 6:16 AM EDT.

Sun Trine Neptune at 29 Degrees Cancer/Pisces.

Jupiter Square Uranus at 26 Degrees Leo/Taurus.

Venus Sextile Jupiter at 12 Degrees Leo/Gemini.

Mars Trine Pluto at Zero Degrees Gemini/Aquarius.

The Capricorn Full Moon would normally be a very grounded, uneventful time. However, this Capricorn full Moon is like a summer picnic. Sun trine Neptune adds an emotional, mysterious overlay, with maybe a raindrop (or teardrop) or two. Jupiter square Uranus brings a sense of optimism coupled with a dash of rebellion. Venus sextile Jupiter brings love and romance. Finally, Mars trine Pluto brings the drama and possibly fraught conversation (both Mars and Pluto in air signs). There is something here for everyone. Just stay grounded and enjoy what is going on around you.

July 22: Sun Enters Leo at 3:44 am EDT. Social activities, fun, creativity and “strutting your stuff” are part of the picture when the Sun is in Leo until August 23. Take some time to give yourself an “atta girl” or “atta boy” pat on the back.

July 23: Sun Opposition Pluto at Zero Degrees Leo/Aquarius. Venus at 14 Degrees Leo Sesiquiquadrate Neptune at 29 Degrees Pisces. Sun opposition Pluto may lead to power struggles with others, especially authority figures. The Sun in Leo wants attention and Pluto in Aquarius doesn’t easily give you that. In addition, Venus in a harsh aspect to Neptune confuses the issue. Its best to back off from any confrontations or disgruntled feelings until this short-lived aspect sorts itself out in a few days.

July 25: Mercury Enters Virgo at 6:41 PM. When Mercury is in Virgo, we feel a need to interpret the world through an orderly thought process. Mercury in Virgo is good for organizing, categorizing, cleaning, and planning. This would be a good time to make business or domestic plans, to review your health and nutrition or to begin a new class or study.

July 31: Venus at 23 Degrees Leo Sesiquiquadrate North Node at 29 Degrees Pisces. Your perceptions about your love life and/or money matters may be a little murky right now. Decisions need to be made, but wait a few days to take action, when the right decision will be much clearer.

Moon Movement During July 2024: Note: Dates given are for New York City, NY. The time of the Moon’s movement into a sign will vary depending on where you live.

July 1:          Moon in Taurus

July 2:          Moon enters Gemini

July 4:          Moon enters Cancer

July 5:          New Moon at 14 Degrees Cancer at 6:57 pm EST

July 6:          Moon enters Leo

July 9:          Moon enters Virgo

July 11:       Moon enters Libra

July 14:       Moon enters Scorpio

July 16:       Moon enters Sagittarius

July 19:       Moon enters Capricorn

July 21:       Full Moon at 29 Degrees Capricorn at 6:16 AM EDT

July 21:       Moon enters Aquarius at 7:42 AM EDT

July 23:       Moon enters Pisces

July 25:       Moon enters Aries

July 27:       Moon enters Taurus

July 29:       Moon enters Gemini

July 31:       Moon enters Cancer

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I am still doing astrology readings by telephone or Zoom. My readings consist of transits, progressions, solar arc directions and solar return (year ahead) in relation to your birth chart. One-hour readings are $160 and half-hour readings are $80. Readings are recorded and payment is by PayPal, Square or Venmo. Send an email to ruby@astrology-classes.com to schedule your reading.

Astrology Transits May 2024 – Building Slowly but Surely

“Rivers know this: there is no hurry. We shall get there some day. —A.A. Milne, Winnie-the-Pooh”

Last month under the strong Aries (and Mars) energy, the message was to push forward, to start new things and to be courageous and daring. Now, as the planets move into Taurus, the mood has changed. Now, the emphasis is on building, persevering and patiently building a foundation under our goals and aspirations. The message of Taurus is about attending to what we value. Letting things unfold as they will and quietly, one-step-at-a-time, moving forward

The lesson of Taurus can be felt in the earth, the trees, the life-giving droplets of water and the changing of the seasons. Everything is changing, yet the earth remains. Last month the earth-shaking conjunction of Jupiter/Uranus shook up the status quo. Earthquake activity increased dramatically as did our individual outlook on life. The message is to let yourself move and change while staying grounded like a tree. Such a stance will allow you to embrace the new, while remaining in your center of being.

April 25: Mercury Turns Stationary Direct at 16 Degrees Aries. Everything that has seemed confusing and delayed begins to move forward with more clarity when Mercury turns direct.

May 1: Venus Square Pluto at 2 Degrees Taurus/Aquarius. Venus square Pluto can bring some rather heavy energy around relationships and self-esteem. You are challenged (square) to look at yourself in relation to others. Flaws in your relationships may show themselves now. Use Pluto’s transformative power to probe beneath the surface and to find and eliminate hidden areas of strife. Puto urges us to look deeply rather than to put a temporary band aid on problematic interactions.

May 3: Mars Sextile Pluto at 2 Degrees Aries/Aquarius. Abundant energy coupled with the will and courage to take action are the hallmark of Mars sextile Pluto. Don’t push others. But do pull out all of the stops and take bold action to move full speed ahead toward your goals.

May 6: Mercury Conjunct Chiron at 21 Degrees Aries. Mercury conjunct Chiron offers excellent energy for clearing the air around past grievances. Aries gives you the courage to confront issues head-on rather than continuing to stew about them.

May 7: New Moon at 18 Degrees Taurus Sextile Saturn in Pisces. Sun Sextile Saturn in Pisces. The Sabian symbol for the Taurus New Moon is “A new continent arising out of the ocean.” This is a powerful image of new opportunities and an entirely new way of looking at the world. The Sun and Moon conjunct in Taurus will be moving over the point of the rare Jupiter/Uranus conjunction of April 20, 2024. This Taurus New Moon brings:

Brings stability, common sense, grounding, and a focus on security. Taurean success is achieved slowly and steadily, one step at a time,
Saturn brings hard work, responsibility, longevity and honoring what you have already experienced and learned, and
Pisces brings intuition, imagination and the ability to dream and to see beyond the five senses.

May 13: Sun Conjunct Uranus at 23 Degrees Taurus. Venus Sextile Saturn at 17 Degrees Taurus/Pisces. The Sun conjunct Uranus brings a little zip and sparkle to your everyday activities. You are ready to make changes and your mind is brimming with innovative ways to implement new habits. Venus sextile Saturn brings good judgment and the ability to stick with those changes.

May 15: Mercury enters Taurus. Mercury in Taurus until June 3rd lends a grounded, methodical and practical bent to our ideas and communication. Mercury can sometimes bring scattered thought processes, but when Mercury is in Taurus, the mind is active, focused and on-point. Use Mercury in Taurus to make strategic long-term plans that will provide the foundation for financial matters for the entire year.

May 17: Mercury square Pluto at 2 Degrees Taurus/Aquarius. Mercury square Pluto lets you see beneath the surface. You may find yourself questioning everything now, as you want to know and understand hidden motivations and why something is happening. Though this is a good aspect for probing your subconscious, the downside is that obsessive and paranoid thoughts may be foremost in your mind. Remember: You are not the center of the universe and what happens around you is not inherently directed at you.

May 18: Sun Conjunct Jupiter at 28 Degrees Taurus. Venus Conjunct Uranus at 23 Degrees Taurus. Mars Conjunction North Node at 13 Degrees Aries. The planets are active today! The Sun conjunct Jupiter is a “feel good” aspect that combines the impetus to take constructive action (Sun) with the optimism and expansive view (Jupiter) to envision and set in motion a positive life course. Mars conjunct the North Node brings you closer to your goals and purpose. The signs of Aries (action and courage) and Taurus (slow, steady, focused) combine to project the blessings and abundance of Jupiter into the future.

May 19: Sun Sextile Neptune at 29 Degrees Taurus/Pisces. Your powers of observation, both conscious and subconscious, are enhanced when the Sun is sextile Neptune. Your creativity, intuition and imagination are at a high level. You may see everything through rose-colored glasses now, so enjoy the feeling, but don’t commit to long-term contracts or agreements. Just enjoy this dreamy day.

May 20: Sun enters Gemini. Everything related to communication, writing, teaching and learning are favored when the Sun is in Gemini until June 21^st. You may find yourself taking more short trips and even car shopping when the Sun is in Gemini.

May 22: Sun Trine Pluto at 2 Degrees Gemini/Aquarius. Powerful transformative energy is in force when the Sun is trine Pluto. Because both the Sun and Pluto are in air signs, your mind will be brimming over with ideas and possibilities. Set your intentions now, as it will be much easier to follow through with your plans under Pluto’s intense focus.

May 23: Full Moon at 2 Degrees 55 Minutes Sagittarius at 9:52 EST. This Sagittarius Full Moon is generally favorable for travel, study and other mind enhancing activities. Try to learn something new or plan an amazing trip under this expansive full Moon. Other aspects at this time are:

Venus Conjunct Jupiter at 29 Degrees Taurus.

Venus Sextile Neptune at 29 Degrees Taurus/Pisces.

Jupiter Sextile Neptune at 29 Degrees Taurus/Pisces

Venus enters Gemini.

These are excellent aspects, especially Venus conjunct Jupiter. Venus conjunct Jupiter relates to “blessings received” (Venus) with expansion (Jupiter). Venus and Jupiter sextile Neptune adds the beneficial ingredient of imagination and intuition (Neptune). Because Venus, Jupiter and Neptune are all at 29 degrees, it feels like a pause, or catching your breath, before moving into something new. Enjoy.

May 25: Venus Trine Pluto at 2 Degrees Gemini/Aquarius. Venus trine Pluto adds a certain intensity to your interactions with others. New romantic relationships undertaken now may have a fated quality to them. Wait until this transit passes before entering any long-term commitments.

May 25: Jupiter enters Gemini. Jupiter in Gemini gives a boost to your communications, short trips, teaching, learning and writing. Your interactions with others are blessed with a spirit of optimism and cooperation.

May 27: Mars Conjunct Chiron at 22 Degrees Aries. Pound a pillow if you need to when Mars is conjunct Chiron in Aries. Your frustrations may be near to the surface at this time, bringing anger, but also the possibility of healing old wounds. This would be a good time to begin a study of martial arts in order to release excess energy.

Moon Movement During May 2024: Note: Dates given are for New York City, NY. The time of the Moon’s movement into a sign will vary depending on where you live.

May 1: Moon in Aquarius

May 2: Moon enters Pisces

May 4: Moon enters Aries

May 6: Moon enters Taurus

May 7: New Moon at 18 Degrees Taurus

May 8: Moon enters Gemini

May 10: Moon enters Cancer

May 13: Moon enters Leo

May 15: Moon enters Virgo

May 18: Moon enters Libra

May 20: Moon enters Scorpio

May 23: Moon enters Sagittarius

May 23: Full Moon at 2 Degrees 55 Minutes Sagittarius at 9:52 am EST

May 25: Moon enters Capricorn

May 27: Moon enters Aquarius

May 29: Moon enters Pisces

May 31: Moon enters Aries

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