Once again last week we got a couple very poignant “proofs” of astrology in the larger world. On the day of the exact Venus/Jupiter conjunction in Taurus we get the highest day the stock market has had in months led by bank stocks! Venus is financial investments and Jupiter is expansive risk taking with them – two benefic planets come together and you get a beneficial result with banks leading the way, which are ruled by Taurus (which is ruled by Venus, and thus Venus gives reception to Jupiter also). Also, the Rush Limbaugh saga of Mercury (now retrograde) conjunct Uranus in Aries of the belligerent rogue shooting off his mouth and getting more defensive and losing face to the community, continued to unfold with multiple advertisers abandoning him and even radio stations pulling him off the air for what seems an “insincere” apology, and the news that he’s getting sued for defamation of character by his victim.
Late Monday/early Tuesday is the Vernal Equinox, as the Sun ingresses into Aries, the time of spring and activity blooming in the Northern Hemisphere. A quick look at the Equinox chart set for Washington, DC shows an Ascendant of 12* Sagittarius, which is pretty significant, as it conjuncts the ascendant of the Sibly Chart, one of the most commonly used birth charts (myself included here) of the United States! Also, the North Node is conjunct the Ascendant and rising in the 12th house, plus Pluto is in the 1st house also. It seems a change in the USA’s destiny/dharma could be in store soon. Retrograde Mars in Virgo is exactly square the Nodal Axis in the 9th house (the house “naturally” ruled by Sagittarius!). I’ve blogged about retrograde Mars significance in mundane astrology before. Mars represents the military, enemies, workers, and internal strife. The military is in a weakened position now under the microscope (Virgo) for their acts of aggression in foreign places (9th house). This is a very weak Mars: retrograde, cadent, square nodes, opposite Chiron – the military could end up looking bad here. Also, the continued use of force against students (9th house) and workers in their protests/”riots” against Wall Street and government, as the 99% and other movements are likely to flare up again in these next few months of warmer weather (and Uranus/Pluto square reaching 1st exact hit in late June). Mars ruling the 12th house shows hidden agendas by large institutions are the source of much of this tension. Jupiter, the ruler of the Equinox chart is still conjunct Venus in Taurus, although it’s getting wide (5*), in the 5th house, and still in a Grand Trine in Earth with Mars in the 9th house and Pluto in 1st house. I believe this rally of stocks and the economy will likely continue for awhile – at least 5 weeks anyway, but possibly longer if not interrupted by other outside forces that can influence the market/consumers psychological state. Jupiter ruling the 4th shows real estate prices should slowly and steadily rise too. The Sun is conjunct Mercury Retrograde and Uranus in the 4th house: issues about the use of land, agricultural practices, nationalism, socialism, and women’s rights could reach shrill pitches with many off-the-cuff remarks, words and acts of rebellion, severe misunderstandings, frayed nerves, etc. This also shows that the communication/technology networks are vulnerable now to natural disasters or terrorist/rebellious acts (also Sun ruling 9th and Uranus co-ruling 3rd – the communication/education axis). This is also the signature of the intellectual revolution spurred on by the internet/technology. The Moon, representing the people, is conjunct Neptune in the 3rd house, indicating that the people are in a vulnerable state these days and could easily be being deceived, led by the mainstream press. There is an innate sense of idealism here and it shows that many are ready to open dialogue on a more socialist society, but it also shows our addiction to oil, war, and fashion of the pop culture are used against us to keep us in a world of illusion and fascism. Retrograde exalted Saturn in the 10th house but conjunct the 11th house cusp gives the hope that perhaps the Executive and Legislative branches of the government may be able to work together and get some bills passed. I would not be surprised if the US
Wednesday is the exact conjunction of the Sun and Mercury retrograde (inferior conjunction), usually a time of increased inner reflection, however with the conjunction in Aries, this may not be as much so. People will be full of their own individualistic ideas and may not be able to resist firing them off – with Mercury semi-square Venus too, feelings could be hurt and arguments could ensue.
Thursday’s New Moon in Aries conjunct Mercury Retro and Uranus and square Pluto can be a powerful turning point. This has the potential for explosiveness in terms of actions and words. In Aries, this New Moon is asking us to take a first step to a new beginning, but Uranus/Mercury retro want it to be something different/alternative. This is a time of being a Warrior – a time to fight for yourself and your rights and to not let others or your own self deter you/stand in your way (square to Pluto). This is a time where each person must figure out for themselves where they stand and what they can contribute toward a new world. Look in your chart where 2* Aries is – that house will be the one most activated by this New Moon for you personally – any planets making aspects to this New Moon from your chart will also color the energy for you (1-2* orb).
Friday, Mercury retrograde backtracks into Pisces – we may be ready to finally settle our minds down a bit and contemplate/chew over/look for spiritual significance in all that’s gone on lately, or we may take our agitated ideas to another level by declaring war on all of those who oppose them and locking into a faith driven zeal with those who support them. Retrograde Mars opposite Chiron shows a strong need to assert one’s self and it may be driven by some hidden wound coming to light to teach us some new lesson. However, it can also drive us over the brink and have us take harmful actions toward others – this is especially possible when combined with the blind fervor of Mercury retro in Pisces, so be very aware of your thoughts and actions today! Venus semi-square Uranus may give us odd attractions to persons or things that we ordinarily aren’t interested in.
Saturday, the Sun has its annual exact conjunction to Uranus just adding to this whole Mercury/Uranus in Aries energy of this week – this is a week of possible large natural or man made disasters. Rebellious acts by individuals can reach an apex today too, as people just reach for more freedom/independence in assertive to aggressive ways – expect many protests and riots across the world this week too. Juno also goes retrograde on Saturday giving us time to re-assess partnerships and how they are working for us.
Sunday the Moon triggers the Grand Trine in Earth again (conjunct Jupiter in Taurus and trine Mars and Pluto), but this harmonious flow is interrupted by two bumpy quincunxes: Sun quincunx Mars shows our actions may be off/awkward today or our energy may be jagged coming in fits and bursts. Mercury retrograde quincunx Saturn can also give labored thinking/communicating – it may be we are just tired out/worn out both physically and mentally from all the hyper-activity of the week and just need a day to relax and not be under any pressure/deadlines/schedules.
Next week the Sun locks into an exact square to Pluto keeping the Uranus/Pluto square very active.
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