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November, 2014

Quan Yin

Goddess of Compassion

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October 28, 2014

Hi Everyone

This has been an awesome month for me. I have received many blessings and such generosity, allowing for me to deeply refresh my spirit.

First came a trip to Zion National Park in Utah. It was truly beautiful and had such a feeling of grandeur. (see photos below). Then this past weekend, I participated in a powerful spiritual event, which took place in a highly charged, Shakti environment.

I'm feeling excited about coming into what has always been the busiest time of year for my astrology practice. Readings are ordered as Christmas gifts, and of course, don't we all want to know what the New Year will bring?

If you're participating in Halloween this year, I hope you have a fun time. Here's wishing you a great November.

Venus waits in the Wings

Ready to Take Center Stage

Venus is somewhat overshadowed and challenged in October and the first three weeks of November, because of transits with Saturn, Uranus and Pluto. We see evidence of this in the fluctuations of the stock market, and perhaps we have been called to give more attention of late to our own financial circumstances.

Venus contributes to so many elements of our capacity to experience happiness. She is all about the capacity to experience love and appreciation, for ourselves and others, to enjoy the pleasures of life, believe in our ability to attract favorable circumstances, which allow for abundance in our lives.

In fact, the energy of Venus is connected with three different chakras!

Her connection with the 2nd chakra, (sacral) identifies one's connection to, and capacity to allow and incorporate pleasure, well being, sensuality, sexuality, express one's creativity and attract and enjoy abundance.

Her connection to the 3rd chakra (will) identifies one's self-esteem, self-worth and confidence in our own personal power. To allow Venus to work her magic in our lives, and become our ally, we have to start with strengthening our self-worth and self-esteem.

Her connection to the 4th chakra (heart) addresses one's capacity for intimacy, to have meaningful and loving relationships with self and others, but also our capacity to access our deepest, heartfelt feelings, and embrace life with joy and an open, trusting heart.

When Venus energies are 'flowing' we're more in touch with our inspiration and creative self, enjoying the process of relating, and feeling empowered and prosperous.

In the last week of November, and especially in the first December, Venus shines out her glorious light. Not only is she conjunct the Galactic Center (26 deg Sagittarius), which does a great job of putting her energies 'center stage', but she is also being courted by none other than Jupiter in Leo (via a trine), which allows her generous spirit to be expressed in a multitude of ways.

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Mars in Capricorn

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Mars is transiting through the sign of Capricorn, October 26 - December 3, 2014. Mars in Capricorn is considered to be 'exalted' in astrological terms - which means, working at it's highest capacity in the best possible expression.

The action oriented, energizing aspect of the planet, Mars, becomes tempered by Capricorn's pragmatic qualities. This creates excellent focus, patience, determination, objectivity, productivity, and a connection to Capricorn's excellent organizational, planning and executive skills.

These influences are good for developing plans, meeting deadlines and keeping a steady focus and pace toward achieving goals. Whether you're trying to get the guest room cleaned for family coming, handcrafting your Christmas presents, tackling those pesky chores you've been putting off forever, or joining the gym - this is a good time to have an action plan.

Having said this, I would like to bring your attention to some dates in November, during which time, it's super important not to overdo ANY physical activity you're involved with, including working out and athletic activities.

The exact dates are November 10 - 12, but to be on the safe side, it's good to tack a couple of days on to allow for the stirred up energies to settle, so we're really looking at Nov 10 - 14th. Mars, Pluto and Uranus are all in challenge to one another, creating a tremendous thrust of aggressive, compulsive, agitated energies. On another note, the Moon in Cancer and Venus conjunct Saturn in Scorpio, during the same time frame, can create much fear based thinking, with regard to 'safety' and 'security' matters.

We can choose to 'apply' some of the energies of Mars in Capricorn in a hands-on way, through setting aside time to practice 'grounding' exercises, several times a day, during the above days, fully inhabiting our physical body, being totally 'present' as we go about the tasks at hand.

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Astro Tips

Empowerment by Rita Loyd

Please note: All times given below are PST

The first week five days of November carry a good balance between the Masculine - Feminine, energies. The combination involves emotionally sensitive energy (Sun-Venus conjunction in Scorpio) and tremendous focus and strength (Mars-Pluto conjunction in Capricorn).

These energies are good for strategy, precision and productivity.

Nov 1: Sextiles rule today! There's a lovely combination of light, creative, optimistic energies, mingling with emotional and intuitive insights.

(Mercury (Libra) sextiles Jupiter (Leo) at 5:45 am. Venus (Scorpio) sextiles Pluto (Capricorn) at 4:00 pm. Mars (Capricorn) sextiles Neptune (Pisces) at 4:45 pm. Pisces Moon conjuncts Neptune at 5:45 pm)

Nov 2: Nice to start the day with time for quiet reflection.

(Pisces Moon trines Venus in Scorpio, at 5:00 am)

Nov 4: This morning flows best if you're in a state of calm and preparedness for your day..so you can easily navigate last minute changes in schedule.

(Aries Moon in square to Pluto (Capricorn) at 6:00 am and conjunct Uranus, at 9:30 am)

Nov 5:

There's a brief period of spacy, mental energy this morning.

(Aries Moon opposes Mercury in Libra, exact at 6:00 am)

Nov 6: Full Moon in Taurus. See Lunar Activity at bottom of Astro Tips.

Nov 7: There's a brief influence leading to emotional contraction this morning. Perhaps there's something we have to do, which we're not that excited about.

(Taurus Moon opposes Saturn in Scorpio, at 8:15 am)

Nov 8 - 9: We are likely to reach for variety and flexibility in our weekend. (Gemini Moon)

Nov 10 - 12: While we start the day off on the 10th, with gentle, reflective thoughts, more aggressive like influences come forward in mid-afternoon, which may spike tension and stress. This seems to reflect external events, which can also indicate some challenges around financial matters. With regards to our own agenda and what we're attempting to accomplish, it is best not to use our will to push the river. The evening of 11th carries softer energy.

10th: Grand trine in water: Moon in Cancer, Mercury in Scorpio, Neptune in Pisces, at 5:00 - 10 am; Mars conjunct Pluto in Capricorn, exact at 3:00 pm; Cancer Moon opposes Mars and Pluto at 10:45 - 11:15 pm)

11th:
Scorpio Mercury trines Neptune (Pisces), exact at 7:40 pm; Cancer Moon trines Venus in Scorpio, at 11:30 pm)

12th:
Venus conjuncts Saturn in Scorpio, exact at 5:00 pm. Mars (Capricorn) squares Uranus (Aries) at 5:30 pm.)

Nov 13 - 14: While possibly still feeling some emotional contraction from the financially oriented, Saturn-Venus conjunction in Scorpio, there's also some positive fire energy to clear tension.

13th:
Leo Moon trines Uranus in Aries at 1:00 pm)

14th:

Leo Moon conjuncts Jupiter, at 6:15 am; Leo Moon squares Saturn-Venus in Scorpio - 2:00 - 7:00 pm)

Nov 15: We can get physically exhausted when we are 'energetically' navigating aggressive type influences, so it is wise to sleep more, rest well and slow down.

(Virgo Moon opposes Neptune in Pisces at 9:00 am)

Nov 16th: There's a potpourri of aspects today. On one hand, our mind may desire the opportunity to sink into some in-depth study and exploration, while we're also thinking about catching up with chores, getting some physical activity in, and then there's the philosophical to explore!

(Scorpio Mercury sextiles Pluto in Capricorn, exact at 6:00 am; Virgo Moon trines Mars in Capricorn at 7:15 am; Venus enters the sign of Sagittarius at 11:00 am)

Nov 17: Best to have an early night tonight, to ensure enough rest. Late night techies, be sure to quit while you still have concentration in place!

(Sun-Saturn conjunction in Scorpio, just after midnight)

Nov 18: We may feel tired upon waking today, which can have a bit of a 'domino' effect, whereby we struggle some, in finding our calm, focus, and flow throughout the day. Late night techies, again - quite while you're ahead!

(Sun-Saturn conjunction in Scorpio, exact at 12:45 am; A challenging T-square takes place: Libra Moon squares Pluto (Capricorn) at 10:30 am and opposes Uranus (Aries) at 1:00 pm. Moon squares Mars (Capricorn) at 10:30 pm)

Nov 20: I'll meet you in 'la la' land today...and we can run the world from there! Best to create time for accessing your imagination today, otherwise, it will likely spill over into your 'real time' schedule.

(Scorpio Moon trines Neptune (Pisces) at 6:30 am; Venus in Sagittarius squares Neptune, exact at 7:00 am)

Nov 21: Good to take advantage of the focused mental energies of the morning. Our energy can scatter a little around mid afternoon. Best to opt for an early night! Late night techies - not your optimum techo influences!

(Mercury in Scorpio sextiles Mars in Capricorn, exact at 6:00 am; Scorpio Moon sextiles Mars (Capricorn) and sextiles Mercury (Scorpio), at 10:15 am; Moon squares Jupiter (Leo) at 2:15 pm. Moon conjuncts Saturn in Scorpio, at 10:00 pm)

Nov 22: New Moon in Sagittarius. See Lunar Activity.

Nov 23: Have fun expressing those fire energies today - maybe enjoy a laid back dinner with friends.

(Sagittarius Moon trines Uranus (Aries) at 3:00 am and trines Jupiter (Leo), at 7:15 pm)

Nov 25: We don't do so well if we have to deal with changing circumstances this morning, for we can get off on the wrong foot, so to speak. As the evening approaches, we may notice a desire for alone time, to gather our thoughts, away from distractions.

(Capricorn Moon conjuncts Pluto at 5:00 am and squares Uranus (Aries) at 6:30 am; Saturn-Mercury conjunction in Scorpio, is exact at 6:30 pm)

Nov 26: Great influences for Thanksgiving Eve - uplifting, inspiring, social, and philosophical.

(Aquarius Moon joins Venus (Sagittarius), in trine to Uranus (Aries), exact at 4:30 pm. Sun in Sagittarius squares Neptune in Pisces, exact at 8:15 pm)

Nov 27:

Easy going, influences today.

Nov 28: You may feel better having a little bit of alone time this morning, just to be with your feelings. The evening brings forth unfocused energies - we might experience this as boredom, or we can just enjoy the laziness of the holiday. Good dreaming energies this evening.

(Aquarius Moon squares Saturn in Scorpio at 9:15 am; Moon moves into Pisces late late afternoon, squares Mercury (Sagittarius) at 4:30 pm and conjuncts Neptune at 10:15 pm)

Nov 29 - 30: Evening hours for both dates are really 'dreamy' and other worldly.

Nov 29: Moon in Pisces squares Venus in Sagittarius, at 6:30 pm

Nov 30: Mercury in Sagittarius squares Neptune in Pisces, exact at 8:30 pm)

Lunar Activity

Nov 6: Full Moon 14 deg Taurus 2:23 pm PST

In the early part of the day (3:30 - 9:30 am) on which the Full Moon falls, (Thursday), it makes a connection with Mars/Pluto in Capricorn, giving access to practical, focused, productive, energy, which is also connected with personal will.

In the evening hours, (Moon opposite Venus) and more so on Friday morning, (Moon opposite Saturn) it's important for us to check in with our feelings, for we may be feeling vulnerable.

Nov 22: New Moon 0 deg Sagittarius 4:23 am PST

Given that Friday evening (night before the New Moon), carries a somewhat 'serious' tone (Saturn- Moon conjunction in Scorpio), Saturday's New Moon energy in freedom oriented Sagittarius, can release any restrictive feelings. Only thing is, it can also feel quite scattered. Sunday, however, with a great connection from the Moon to Uranus (3:00 am), and to Jupiter, (7:15 pm), we're able to focus more on what we want to do with all the fiery, action oriented energy.

Wishing you and your family a wonderful

Thanksgiving Holiday!

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