SOLAR YEAR
August 2nd marks the solar point between Summer Solstice and Autumn Equinox. Western astrology is structured on solar cycles. Asian astrology is structured on lunar cycles. By following both natural systems, the yang solar calendar and the yin lunar calendar, we can flow with the eternal cycles of nature. MAJOR SOLAR HOLIDAYS The Western solar year starts with zero degrees Aries at Spring Equinox. Each of the 12 astrology signs cover 30 degrees. All 12 signs times 30 degrees = the 360 degree circle of the zodiac. The four major calendar points of the solar year are: SPRING EQUINOX (Vernal...
Read MoreAutumn 2014 Astrological Influences
SOLAR ECLIPSE ASPECTS Thursday October 23, 2014 is a new Moon eclipse in Scorpio at 2:57 pm PT that sets the tone for this entire lunar month. Scorpio is a deep-feeling Water sign ruled by powerful Mars and Pluto. Scorpios are naturally psychic and intuitive, and attracted to the shamanic and otherworldly realms. Sun, new Moon, and Venus are all in Scorpio for love, art, and creativity. New friends and contacts are fortunate to expand your circle. Sun, new Moon, and Venus make a fortunate trine with Neptune in Water sign Pisces bringing idealism, a strong sense of intuition, and increased...
Read MoreFebruary 2 Candlemas — Divination with Animals
HAPPY CANDLEMAS 2013! February 2 is Candlemas, also known as Imbolc or Michaelmas. Today marks the point between Winter Solstice and Spring Equinox. Candlemas is an auspicious day for divination with all types of animals — not just groundhogs! Contemplate a question that has a yes/no solution, then start observing the movement of animals. So take some time today to observe nature, and get a second opinion from the creatures that surround us. My favorite form of animal divination is ornithomancy, divination from the flight of birds. A bird flying to the right means yes, to the left...
Read MoreFULL MOON, HALLOWEEN & MERCURY
FULL MOON in TAURUS October 29 is a full Moon in the Earth sign Taurus. Sensual Taurus is ruled by Venus the planet of art, music, romance, and relationships. All the delights of Mother Earth – especially good food and drink – are in the realm of Venus. Now is the time to socialize and show your appreciation of others. Luck is strongest for the Earth signs Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn and those born in Snake, Phoenix, and Ox years. HALLOWEEN October 31 is the solar holiday that marks the point between Autumn Equinox and Winter Solstice. There is increased sensitivity during this...
Read MoreFebruary 2 CANDLEMAS – Between Winter Solstice and Spring Equinox
HAPPY CANDLEMAS! February 2 is Candlemas, also known as Imbolc or Michaelmas. Today marks the point between Winter Solstice and Spring Equinox. Candlemas is an auspicious day for divination with all types of animals — not just groundhogs! Contemplate a question that has a yes/no solution, then start observing the movement of animals. So take some time today to observe nature, and get a second opinion from the creatures that surround us. My favorite form of animal divination is ornithomancy, divination from the flight of birds. A bird flying to the right means...
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