awaken to the old ways within you, to the voice of the wind and spirit of the trees

Art: Jean-François Segura

💫No major aspects; however, with the Moon moving into Cancer late morning, it's a perfect opportunity to get caught up on all communications and prepare for Mercury's retrograde tomorrow. 

Mercury Stations Retrograde in its detriment Sunday afternoon at 06° Sagittarius.

🔮For the Nerds:  

• Mercury OOB Storm in effect

• Pluto OOB

🌒Lunar

• Moon OOB

• Waning Gibbous, Gemini ->Cancer

• Void-of-Course: 9:32 AM - 10:06 AM

⬅️Current Retrogrades: 

• Planet: Saturn, Uranus, Neptune

• Asteroid: Chiron, Ceres

⏳Time/Aspects/Degrees EST: No major aspects 

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Art: Susanna Majuri

💫Medea re-enters Aquarius @ 12:58 PM, First (whole) House, the natural home of Aries ruled by Mars. 

Medea first entered Aquarius April 11 before stationing retrograde May 28 @ 05°04'; thus, she is retracing five degrees through Aquarius for the third time. Looking at these degrees and Sabian symbols provides valuable clues about working with this alchemical energy. But first, understanding Medea is important. 

Full article linked above and below.

🔮Nerd Report:  

• Medea re-enters Aquarius

• Mercury stations Rx in Sagittarius

• Moon, Mercury, Pluto OOB

🌒Lunar

• Waning Gibbous, Cancer

⬅️Current Retrogrades: 

• Planet: Saturn, Uranus, Neptune

• Asteroid: Chiron, Ceres

⏳Time/Aspects/Degrees EST: No major aspects 

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Art: The Ladies of the Chariots by James Tissot

💫No Major Aspects, Discussion: Jupiter Stations Rx in Cancer discussion.

🔮Nerd Report:  

• Pluto, Mercury, & Vesta OOB (S)

🌒Lunar

• Moon inbound just after 2:00 PM EST

• Waning Gibbous, Cancer->Leo

• Void-of-Course: 12:23 PM - 12:34 PM

⬅️Current Retrogrades: 

• Planet: Mercury, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune

• Asteroid: Chiron, Ceres

⏳Time/Aspects/Degrees EST: No major aspects

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Art: Debbie Clark

💫No Major Aspects: Last Quarter Moon in Leo discussion: Standing Firm 

Just after midnight tonight, we'll enter the Last Quarter Square Moon phase at 20°LEO05', 12:28 AM, EST. 

🔮Nerd Report:  

• Jupiter stations Rx in Cancer

• Mercury Rx inbound @ 7:51 AM, EST

• Pluto & Vesta OOB (S)

🌒Lunar

• Waning Gibbous, Leo

⬅️Current Retrogrades: 

• Planet: Mercury, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune

• Asteroid: Chiron, Ceres

⏳Time/Aspects/Degrees EST: No Major Aspects

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Art: Laura Makabresku

💫Defending the truth is like a tiny ant defending an elephant: it's precious but unnecessary. 

This evening, Mercury Rx conjunct Mars in Sagittarius, shortly followed by the Moon in Leo square Uranus in Taurus.  If someone is defensive regarding your ideas or suggestions, pause for a moment before defending your position. Don't jump to conclusion or become defensive.

Conflicts can begin not by WHAT we say, but HOW we say it.  Conversely, you may be resistant to the suggestions of others. 

This energy enhances an independent and rebellious nature. Emotional upsets, misunderstandings, and unexpected circumstances are possible. Awareness of this influence can curb our ego and settle tension and/or debates amicably. 

🔮Nerd Report:  

• Last Quarter Moon, Leo

• Pluto & Vesta OOB (S)

🌗Lunar

• Last Quarter, Leo -> Virgo

• Void-of-Course: 6:29 PM - 6:52 PM, EST

⬅️Current Retrogrades: 

• Planet: Mercury, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune

• Asteroid: Chiron, Ceres

⏳Time/Aspects/Degrees EST:

• 6:15 PM: Mercury conjunct Mars in Sagittarius, 06°04'

• 6:29 PM: Moon in Leo square Uranus in Taurus, 29°48'

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Art: "Three Fates" by Gustav Adolf Mossa

💫No major aspects. Enjoy this poetic offering. 

Grant me just one summer, powerful ones,

And just one autumn for ripe songs,

That my heart, filled with that sweet

Music, may more willingly die within me.

The soul, denied its divine heritage in life,

Won't find rest down in Hades either.

But if what is holy to me, the poem

That rests in my heart, succeeds —

Then welcome, silent world of shadows!

I'll be content, even though it's not my own lyre

That leads me downwards

- Friedrich Hölderlin, To The Fates (excerpt)

🔮Nerd Report:  

• Pluto & Vesta OOB (S)

🌘Lunar

• Waning Crescent Virgo

⬅️Current Retrogrades: 

• Planet: Mercury, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune

• Asteroid: Chiron, Ceres

⏳Time/Lunar Aspects/Degrees EST: No Major Aspects

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Art: She Who Is 

💫Venus conjunct Lilith in Scorpio, 9th (whole) House of Sagittarius ruled by Jupiter: Karmic Comeuppance

VENUS

Venus is symbolized in the major arcana tarot as The Empress, the archetypal mother continually generating new life, a symbol of fertility and growth rooted to the Earth. Venus and the Empress share a love of beauty, both powerful forces for creation. 

Known to grace all she touches; Venus is generous to a fault as a benefactor. In ancient astrology, she was known as the lesser benefic, ruling pleasures, and all forms of entertainment. 

Venus is in its detriment in Scorpio, defined as being in the sign opposite it rules (Taurus). Thus, she may not operate at full power and may take on more of Scorpio's coloration than her own. It's like visiting a place where you must conform to its rules and regulations. 

Scorpio. represented by Death in the tarot, has plenty of them, including secrets galore. This is the zodiac sign undeterred by the dark unknown. On the contrary, they're fascinated with the depth beyond mere sight. 

LILITH

Black Moon Lilith is the astrological representation of the feminine exile. Wherever you find Lilith in your chart (sign and house) is a reflection of her payback demand, some past wrong which must be avenged. 

Somewhere along your experiences, someone overlooked your gifts or commercialized your talent for their own benefit.  Somewhere along your experiences, you were swallowed whole and spit out naked.  

Lilith is rebellious, independent, and refuses to conform to expectations or demands, and she is here to collect.

Lilith in Scorpio manifests an unparalleled power, merging feral independence with the intensity of Scorpio energy. 

As the alchemist archetype, passionate and penetrating Scorpio symbolizes transformation; thus, this conjunction unites the archetypes of the alchemist and dark feminine, creating an emotional environment dedicated to the pursuit of authenticity. 

Expect your intuition to intensify to the point that you perceive the underbelly of another's motives before they speak or act. This is particularly applicable if you are an intuitive water sign. 

On a personal note, as a Scorpio, I can definitely feel the shift when Venus enters my realm.  Her undercurrent of influence softens my patience with interruptions, the expectation of others regarding my time, and enhances my response to what’s most important in life: Spirt, family, friends, and beauty. 

Appreciation of all expands, especially in the 9th House ruled by Jupiter. 

THE 9TH HOUSE

The ninth (whole) house, the natural home of Sagittarius ruled by Jupiter, is the realm of aspiration and life. Here our focus will turn toward our higher mind: Philosophy, religion, law, science, and higher learning involving profound mental study.  

TAROT

Represented by the tarot's Six of Cups, astrologically corresponding to the Sun in Scorpio (22° Scorpio at the time of this conjunction)—The Lord of Pleasure, indicates that this conjunction may usher in nostalgia and unfulfilled desires. 

As long as we maintain an objective evaluation of our previous actions rather than a judgmental one, then patterns can be gleaned from this experience that will benefit us in the future. 

While Venus does what she can to facilitate grace, the Empress is detrimental within the realm of Death, as are we all. And yet, when these two come together with Lillith, it's a powerful trifecta representing cycles of birth and growth (Venus), death and rebirth (Scorpio), and assuming control of our power to establish boundaries (Lilith). 

This trio is a reminder that life itself is cyclical, and the only constant is necessary change to facilitate our evolution. Change demands trust and letting go of the past, whether relationship, career, or perspective to initiate something new. The only reason to look back is to see how far we've come or how much we've learned.

"Vengeance is mine," sayeth the Lord. "I will repay."  Do we have the strength to trust in karmic teachers to administer comeuppance? 

Art: She Who Is 

💫Venus conjunct Lilith in Scorpio, 9th (whole) House of Sagittarius ruled by Jupiter: Karmic Comeuppance

“Drift into the Eversea.”

🔮Nerd Report:  

• Pluto & Vesta OOB (S)

🌘Lunar

• Waning Crescent Virgo

⬅️Current Retrogrades: 

• Planet: Mercury, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune

• Asteroid: Chiron, Ceres

⏳Time/Aspects/Degrees EST: 

• 2:07 PM: Venus conjunct Lilith in Scorpio, 09°50'

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Art: She Who Is 

💫Medea Conjunct OOB Pluto in Aquarius: Evolution through Alchemical Transformation

Early afternoon the Scorpio Sun inconjunct Chiron Rx in Aries. A change in perspective regarding insecurity over being authentic. 

Instead of doubting yourself, drop into your heart and connect with your emotions. Chiron's retrograde is an opportune time for such reflection.  Failure to address this may result in health issues brought on by stress.  

Scorpio's energy can facilitate a deep-dive and self-evaluation pertaining to who you truly are and who you desire to be. Fear is indeed a great force to overcome; however, Love is even greater. 

Tonight, Medea conjunct Pluto in Aquarius, 8th house of Scorpio, the realm of transformation through darkness in the arena of intensity, desire, and extreme focus.  

Goddess Medea: The Wise One 

Zodiac association: Scorpio and Pluto

According to the Larousse Encyclopedia of Mythology (1968), Medea imparts "female wisdom," stemming from the Sanskrit concept or force of "medha." 

This concept is also shared by other mythological figures like Métis and Medusa. 

Additionally, it traces back to the Babylonian "Me" or "Mother Wisdom," as well as the Egyptian 'Met' and the Greek "Meter," which also means “mother”. Her name means “Wise One”.

Medea was recognized as the first sorceress to conduct rituals in Thessaly, is a pivotal figure in the region's reputation as 'the land of the witches.' Her legend suggests that she was instrumental in bringing women's herbal knowledge from Asia Minor to Greece, where she was considered the source of all healing and was versed in the use of herbs, magical plants, potions, and the art of transformation.  

Many believe that her archetype transcends time and space, offering insights into the transformative power of the Dark Feminine.

Her current transit through Aquarius combines her healing wisdom with the progressive nature of Aquarius. This achieves an alchemical potion of progressive intent balanced with a reasoning ability strong enough to temper the shadow aspects of these two forces. However, if the shadow aspects of these two forces collide rather than cooperate, there will be hell to pay on the receiving end of their wrath. 

As a Fixed sign, Aquarius is independent, inventive, progressive, and dedicated to humane causes. As an Air sign, it represents the expanse of intellect and imagination. However, just as any other sign, they have their dark side which consists of fixed opinions, radical behavior, impersonal interactions, and temperamental bouts. 

PLUTO IN AQUARIUS: Power to the People

Known as the harbinger of destruction and reformation, Pluto is also known as the third transcendental planet whose influence is not immediately felt by the individual.  That's because, with anything that takes time, Pluto's eventual impact is deep and far-reaching.  

Pluto rules our deepest subconscious and embodies the principle of transformation and regeneration; thus, it can bridge the spiritual and material worlds. It may be small, but the old cliche that dynamite comes in small packages has never rung truer than now. 

Its transit through Aquarius, on a larger scale, influences the collective consciousness and societal structures. During this time, there may be a focus on transforming and revolutionizing social, political, and technological systems. Issues related to individual freedoms, equality, and the advancement of human rights may gain prominence.

MEDEA CONJUNCT PLUTO IN AQUARIUS in the Eighth House: Evolution through Alchemical Transformation

Awareness of emotional shifts is wise throughout this transit in order to maintain balance between the combustible potential of these two forces of nature. 

Focusing on alchemical creations that can positively transform the collective would be a beautifully enhanced conjunction of energy. It's a profound opportunity to advance humanitarian efforts through tolerance and altruistic surrender.

The courage we need to transform ourselves is available through the process of alchemy while subsequently releasing what we know isn't serving our purpose. 

🔮Nerd Report:  

• Pluto & Vesta OOB (S)

🌘Lunar

• Waning Crescent Virgo->Libra

• Void-of-Course: 4:04 AM - 4:44 AM

⬅️Current Retrogrades: 

• Planet: Mercury, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune

• Asteroid: Chiron, Ceres

⏳Time/Aspects/Degrees EST: 

• 12:25 PM: Sun in Scorpio inconjunct Chiron Rx in Aries, 23°36'

• 8:01 PM: Medea conjunct Pluto in Aquarius, 01°37'

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