January 22-28, 2012

In review, you'll remember I noted that with a Scorpio Moon in control, and momentum working against Saturn and Jupiter, we would see endings and lots of friction. So what happened? Jon Huntsman pulled out of the GOP presidential race on Monday, and by Thursday, so did Rick Perry. As for friction, Newt Gingrich's second wife decided to go on camera with ABC for a tell-all interview regarding a relationship that ended almost a decade ago--two days before the S. Carolina primary. Tensions and relationships were also a theme in California where Monday a ten-year-old fatally stabbed his twelve-year-old friend and a California mother killed her two children and their father after smoking meth and filming the experience. The strong momentum for moisture turned into a survival hazard for the Pacific Northwest as two fronts caused tens of thousands to lose power, and the Alberta Clippers raced across the Northern Plains and are currently turning the East Coast white.

This week...here comes Chinese New Year--the Year of the Dragon. Water Dragon to be specific. It's reported that in China the birthrate is up 5 % this year as couples hope especially for dragon sons because it is predicted that they have the best odds of being successful, wealthy, and powerful. Personality-wise, dragons are said to be charismatic, colorful, they like to be the center of attention, but must watch for growing arrogant. A water dragon is said to be especially fearsome in that with water the fire-breathing dragon clashes with itself and produces a lot of steam. That's fine passion-wise and adds to the charisma appeal in some instances. The critical issue is where to direct that passion? Here, individual character comes into play and requires the intelligent but loving instruction of the young mind.

What kind of year will it be for the world at large? I mentioned in my first report of the year that the last two water dragon years were 1892 and 1952. The word is that it will be a good year for making money; however, overspending can be an issue of concern. It should be a good year for beginnings; therefore, entrepreneurship and weddings are getting a nod. Do watch for individual and national tempers as they can be more explosive than usual and peace-treaty breaks between countries should certainly come as no surprise. That said, water dragons are more receptive to healing and making peace.

Otherwise, it's New Moon time, which is a good atmosphere for finalizing projects, especially with Moon currently residing in Aquarius, so ideas and thinking-outside-the-box is easier than usual. Mars will turn retrograde this week, for three months. That will mean we'll be challenged if we're trying to get new projects going. The good news is that because Mars will spend a good deal of the year in Virgo, which is respected for its focus on minutiae, we could catch errors that--if left unexamined--could be costly if not catastrophic. So if repairs are on your To Do list--by all means, get to them. Otherwise right brain-creative thinking gets a boost of energy. Moon will finish in Capricorn and pass through Aquarius, Pisces, and Aries. That's earth, air, water, and fire, so by mid-week the precipitation chances also rise again, and by the end of the week when Aries Moon and Uranus (also in Aries) connect, expect some surprise announcements and actions. With these two short-fused planets, not all of that will be good news.

Sunday, January 22nd...and things don't bode well for those waiting for some luck or benevolence after Aquarius Sun's sextile with Uranus (in Aries) on Saturday night, the evening of the South Carolina primary. Who was struck down by some unexpected jolt out of left field--or the voting public's fickleness? (We now know it was Romney losing badly to Gingrich.) Anyway the 1:35 a.m. EST, Aquarius Sun square with Jupiter (in Taurus) would suggest Romney suffers a serious disappointment due to some clever thinking/talking on Gingrich's part. It's 7:02 before the next aspect, the Capricorn Moon conjunction with Mercury (also in Capricorn). This is the bottom line focus as both winners and especially losers take a hard look at what must be done. The 9:42, Moon trine with Mars (in Virgo) could be where the next power play and approach to the Florida primary begins. That's the tone for the afternoon until the 8:38 p.m. EST, Moon square with Saturn (in Libra), which is a strong rejection (or lack of respect) to law and borders, or lessons learned. Moon follows Sun into Aquarius at 9:53. That double air energy doesn't only means we're due the strong gusts pushing weather fronts at record speeds, but ideas and accusations will be fast and furious, as well. This is great for left-brain thinking, but not optimum for details, finessing relationships, and things like that. The theme word for Aquarians is "reform." The question is what and to what end, as well as reform by whom? As we can see by President Obama's healthcare and energy momentum, fewer people than ever can afford individual insurance policies, and the talk is for $4 gas prices by summer. That's not my idea of good reform. As for our health and travel-work momentum, take care to protect the lower half of your legs. Didn't we just see Brad Pitt sporting a cane after a fall that injured his ACLU?

Monday, the 23rd and New Moon time (as well as Chinese New Year) starts early with the 12:27, Aquarius Moon sextile with Uranus (in Aries). This is a repeat of the Suns formation on Saturday night. Things are moving fast and a good number of changes are in the works. Anyone caught moving too slowly, let alone asleep, will lose ground. In less than a half hour, Moon then squares with Jupiter (in Taurus). Jupiter isn't going to cooperate with whatever Moon and Sun have working in tandem. At 2:39, Moon then conjuncts with Sun--its New Moon time and that's lots of air energy, so ideas are flowing fast again, so is rhetoric. Watch also for where weather fronts are bearing down. This could create travel hazards that include wind shear, high seas, etc. At 6:15, Mercury (in Capricorn) trines with Mars (in Virgo) and this is double earth energy trying for a power play and or to stabilize whatever already exists. (Like keeping a campaign from bleeding to death.) At 7:54 we end with Mars turning retrograde until mid-April. As I said, this will slow us down progress-wise; we'll be rehashing arguments, fine tuning talking points, and otherwise figuring out how we feel about things, situations, and people. That's not a bad idea in an election year, but we will be seeing some ugly, raucous moments.

Tuesday, the 24th and we'll be looking at only one aspect, the 3:26 p.m. EST, Aquarius Moon quincunx with Mars (in Virgo). This is a perfect example of Moon trying to fast-pedal an idea and Mars is telling her, "It's not gonna happen today, Baby." Considering the fact that it's State of the Union time, it will be interesting to see the president's approach to the rest of his term--and what he sees for the country if re-elected.

Wednesday, the 25th begins with the 2:59 a.m. EST, Aquarius Moon trine with Saturn (in Libra). This is double air energy pushing and idea or rhetoric on law, policy, borders, or hard lessons learned. At 3:33, Moon then conjuncts with Neptune (also in Aquarius), which isn't as pleasing or reassuring because Moon may be going too far and making things seem more dire or positive than they are. But Moon is also weakening as it prepares to shift, and this could be a bluff or last hurrah. At 4:11, Moon shifts into Pisces bringing an increased chance for precipitation where Low Pressure advances, psychic acuteness, compassion, and a tendency toward dreaming more. On the down side, the less spiritually evolved need to watch for indulging in excess of all forms, getting stuck in a pity party of one, and getting downright mean. When working or traveling/commuting, take care where you step, and take time to treat your feet to a pedicure or at least a foot massage. Our first Pisces Moon aspect occurs at 7:47 a.m. EST, with a sextile with Jupiter (in Taurus). Pisces and Jupiter get along well and Pisces and Taurus bring a cooperative water-earth mix. That means the likelihood of moisture where we most need it, and probably good results in finances and family harmony. At 10:13, Moon also then conjuncts with Chiron (also in Pisces). This is a great deal of precipitation, and lots of empathy. Just take care that this doesn't turn into a wailing, wake-like atmosphere. We'll close with the 7:30 p.m. EST, Moon sextile with Pluto (in Capricorn), which is sobering and for some sad as we deal with endings. In this weather we could be looking at serious accidents, or those who are chronically ill may be losing the good fight. Otherwise, some are realizing they've achieved what they aimed for and it's time to transform/move on.

Thursday, the 26th has only two aspects, the 8:12 a.m. EST, Pisces Moon conjunction with Venus (also in Pisces) and the 11:53 p.m. EST, Moon opposition to Mars (in Virgo). Relationships and even romance, as well as money continue to all be positioned in positive places. Moisture continues to be plentiful. By evening, however, Moon discourages any strong arming or radical ideas.

Friday, the 27th is a little busier and starts with a troubling 4:20 a.m. EST, Mercury (in Capricorn) square with Saturn (in Libra). This is more upheaval. Someone has gone against the law or is making a charge or advancing a program that goes against what is legal or moral. Watch the 12:18 p.m. EST, Pisces Moon quincunx with Saturn to attempt to keep things stable or ethical. But at 1:12, Mercury shifts from Capricorn into Aquarius bringing more aggressive momentum to get the changes some want. Not only that--by 1;28, Moon shifts into Aries and this aggressive and fiery momentum makes things look like a real tension-filled revolution is on. Wasting no time, in two minutes, Aries Moon sextiles Mercury (in Aquarius) asserting control. And by 4:39, Moon then conjuncts with Uranus (also in Aries). It's a wild and woolly day and there's no telling what is going on, but the news channels/programs will be operating at full throttle.

Saturday, the 28th will start with the 5:01 a.m. EST, Aries Moon sextile with Aquarius Sun and that's more change being attempted and revolution/evolution coming down the pike. At 5:47, Moon then squares with Pluto (in Capricorn) rejecting transformation or endings that some want. (A return to constitutional stability.) Or is this conduct in Syria, Iran, North Korea, or where? At 1:26 p.m. EST, Mercury (in Aquarius) keeps the airwaves crackling with a sextile with Uranus (in Aries) and that's akin to saber rattling in third-world nations, and a campaign free-for-all in the U.S. We'll end with the 11:08 p.m. EST, Mercury square with Jupiter (in Taurus). That's bad, bad news for some--no mercy, and not much luck.

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