H a p p y 4 th J u l y

June 28, 2016

Hello Everyone

Sometimes when I'm at the studio waiting to

attend my weekly Feldenkrais class, I sit in on the end of the Argentina Tango class. I just

love to watch it. It's so dramatic, so passionate. I can literally feel the 'electricity' in the air.

I love how movement and/or dance classes

help us occupy our whole body. I park a little

ways away from the studio, just so I can take my time walking to the car, relishing the feeling of being so present in my body.

Wishing you a really fun and relaxing 4th of July!

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United Kingdom

Leaves the EU

The power planets, Pluto and Uranus, are transiting the natal chart of the United Kingdom, more specifically its Sun, (10 degrees Capricorn) and Moon (19 degrees Cancer) from the beginning of 2012 through December of 2019.

When these two planets are influencing 'personal' planets such as the Sun and Moon, (and especially at the same time) radical changes are likely to take place.

Pluto and Uranus, agents of radical change, were actively transiting the natal chart of the U.S. at the time of the economic downturn. Drawing from that experience, we might consider that fallout from such a radical event, could take years to establish a new foundation.

In the more recent Uranus/Pluto transits to the natal chart of the U.K., Uranus in the sign of Aries, squares the Cancer Moon, March 2015 - June, 2016 and returns to this position, Mid September of 2016 through March, 2017.

Pluto in the sign of Capricorn begins it's transit in opposition to the U.K.'s Cancer Moon, January, 2016 through mid July, 2016 and returns to the same position, October of 2016 through December of 2019.

Uranus has yet to make a final transit to the U.K. Moon, Mid September of 2016 through March of 2017. This indicates further changes, before there can be a period of re-establishing stability.

Uranus and Pluto transits, whether showing up in an individual chart or in this case, the chart of a country, tend to show up when something has run its course in the manner it has been operating, and must be re-organized, sometimes radically re-organized, for it to be transformed, to take on a new direction, with a more realistic foundation under it.

The United States natal chart (as you might imagine from past history), has a strong 'karmic' tie with the United Kingdom's natal chart. Saturn in the chart of the United States, challenges both the Sun and Moon in the United Kingdom natal chart, which is about the United States taking a stand by resisting and challenging the attempts of the U.K. to govern it.

In it's own natal chart, the United States has Saturn in Libra, in square to the Sun in Cancer, (evidence of the U.S. desperately seeking to break free of restrictive patriarchal figures, while nevertheless continuing to attempt to elect such figures to positions of great power) - let's face it - the relationship with the father figure, can be complicated!

The signs of Cancer and Capricorn are majorly invested in bringing about and defending economic security, as well as honoring the stability of the 'family'. The sign of Capricorn is connected to hierarchy, and respecting traditional values.

There's a New Moon in the sign of Cancer on July 4, 2016, which will trigger the Sun in U.S. chart and the Sun in the U.K. chart. This could create a bit of an emotional shake-up for both countries.

When I glanced at the natal chart for the Economic Union, I wasn't surprised to find that transiting Mars in the sign of Scorpio at this time, is creating a challenging Grand Square within its natal chart, Mid June through the end of July of this year.

Mars, is conjuncting the EU Mercury-Mars-Pluto conjunction in Scorpio, opposing the Taurus Moon, while squaring the Leo Ascendant and Saturn in Aquarius.
This combination indicates Europe being shocked by the decision of the U.K. to break free of the EU.

Also no surprise that the natal chart of David Cameron (Prime Minister of U.K. who has just resigned), is also experiencing transiting Uranus (Aries) in opposition to his Libra Sun, at the same time that Pluto (Capricorn) is squaring his Sun!

Jupiter moving into the relationship oriented sign of Libra for a year, as of September 8, 2016, will no doubt be instrumental in bringing about collaborative efforts to re-establish the E.U. and support countries which are adversely affected by this development.

Natal Chart - U.K.

A handbook for

the Summer

The wisdom of the first four Major Arcana cards of the

Tarot, could easily compile a step by step approach, a

guide book, which goes hand in hand with handling the astrological 'energies' of the Summer of 2016 - namely,

June - through Labor Day weekend in September.

The crisp, clear energy of the

MAGICIAN represents the birth of
a creative thought, an idea. The

Magician checks in, to determine whether he wants to advance this

idea. If he does, he will set a firm intention and utilize his personal

will to plan his action steps

accordingly.

When calling upon the counsel of

the HIGH PRIESTESS, we are seeking intuitive guidance about
our idea. We surrender our idea to
a higher power, and wait to see what guidance comes back. We determine, Does it 'feel' right to us? What is the best timing to advance our idea? Does it utilize the best use of our focus, time, energy and inner Shakti? What is the higher purpose of this idea?

As we offer our idea to the EMPRESS, the embodiment of feminine grace, we are checking in as to whether this idea has the potential to bring forth abundance, ease, beauty and comfort into our life and the lives of those we are closely connected with, such as our partner, family and close friends.

Is this idea a good 'vehicle' for

creative expression and will it

contribute to, and enhance the

quality of life?

When running our idea by the

EMPEROR, the master strategist
of the masculine realm, we are asking for practical advice. We seek to determine whether our idea is sustainable in the outside world.

Do we have the energy and drive to sustain this idea? Do we have the

skills, knowledge, finances and experience, as to how to build a
solid foundation underneath the idea, and nurture it to success?

A Growth Year for
Partnerships

Partnerships may undergo quite a lot of transformation during the first ten months of this year. The asteroid associated with
with partnerships, Juno, is in the sign of
Scorpio, January - October, of 2016.

When major planets or asteroids are in the sign of Scorpio, there can be difficulty in opening ourselves up
to share our inner most feelings with others. There can be issues of trust, a fear of emotional intimacy and even betrayal, with this sign.

Power planet, Mars, has also been occupying the sign of Scorpio, in January, February, June and July of this year. This planet can add some drama to the mix. At its most challenging, there can be evidence of passive-aggressive behaviors, and an entire withdrawal of emotional access, should you cross the person who carries the most power and control in the relationship.

So, what's the good news?

Partnership asteroid, Juno, went 'direct' on June 25th, and Mars goes 'direct' on on June 29th. When planets are operating in a direct motion, they can express themselves in a more direct manner. We're no longer working in the dark, dealing with subtle ambiguities, innuendos, and power dramas, often associated with the 'shadow' side of this deep emotional sign.

Astro Tips

Artwork by Rita Lloyd

Please note: All times given are PST

We enter the month of July with five planets in water signs - three planets in the emotionally sensitive sign of Cancer, as well as a New Moon in Cancer (July 4), Mars in Scorpio and Neptune in Pisces. With this much water around, there can be some peaks and valleys, associated with our emotional well being, through the first 12 days of the month.

July 1: A supportive and expansive aspect acts as a stabilizing force toward our emotional well being, and opens a desire to be giving of ourselves.

(Venus in Cancer sextiles Jupiter in Virgo, exact at 12:15 pm)

July 3: Embracing our morning with ease, creating time to relax, tune in with our feelings, and nurture ourselves and others is the way to go this morning.

(Cancer Sun trines Neptune in Pisces, exact at 4:00 am)

July 4: New Moon in Cancer. See 'Lunar Activity' at the foot of the Astro Tips.

July 5: An early morning 'other worldly' aspect may create some reluctance to diving into a super busy schedule, or that which requires concentrated levels of logical/linear focus.

(Mercury in Cancer trines Neptune in Pisces, exact at 5:15 am)

July 6: The influences today are good for getting grounded, organizing our schedule and activating focused emotional power toward our goals. A desire for a heart to heart chat is in place in the evening.

(Leo Moon trines Saturn, at 4:45 am; Venus in Cancer trines Mars in Scorpio, exact at 1:15 pm; Sun conjuncts Mercury (Cancer), is exact at 8:30 pm.

July 7: We can feel 'put upon' by the demands placed upon us today, slipping into emotional 'overwhelm', and struggling to hold on to a positive state of mind. Creating psychic space for ourselves during the day is the way to go. Getting fresh air and re-energizing our bodies will help.

(Leo Moon squares Mars in Scorpio, at 3:30 am;. Mercury (Cancer) opposite Pluto (Capricorn), exact at 5:00 am; Moon trines Uranus (Aries), at 5:00 am; Venus (Cancer) squares Uranus (Aries), exact at 7:30 am; Sun in Cancer opposes Pluto (Capricorn), exact at 3:30 pm)

July 8: We will likely need extra time to rest today, given the energy it took to deal with yesterday's emotional challenges. If you have the means to create a low key, low activity day for yourself, you might consider doing just that!

(Virgo Moon comes into a challenging T-square configuration, when it squares Saturn (Sagittarius) at Noon, and opposes Neptune (Pisces) at 2:15 pm.

July 9: Puttering around in a nurturing environment, free of time constraints, can create much needed time to gather our thoughts, and settle into ourselves. A late night influence bodes well for late night techies..

(Virgo Moon conjuncts Jupiter, at 2:30 am, sextiles Mercury (Cancer) at 7:30 am; Moon sextiles Mars (Scorpio) at 1:00 pm, sextiles Venus (Cancer) at 8:30 pm. Cancer Sun sextiles Jupiter (Virgo), exact at 10:45 pm)

July 10: Penetrating insights can come forth this evening. While this influence can be excellent for doing research, late night techies still need to know when to hang up their mouse.

(Mercury in Cancer trines Mars in Scorpio, exact at 7:00 pm. Mercury in Cancer squares Uranus in Aries, exact at Midnight).

July 11: A slight hiccup can create some 'Monday-itis' but it doesn't take root for long.

(Libra Moon squares Pluto in Capricorn, exact at 9:45 am)

July 12: Changeable mercurial energies may call on us to be very flexible this morning. Giving our full attention to one thing at a time can help with focus.

(Libra Moon opposes Uranus in Aries at 2:30 am. Moon squares Mercury in Cancer, exact at 8:00 am)

July 13/14: There's a gentle back drop of intuitive influences, which are good for contemplative practices. A burst of intensely focused emotional energy comes into place on the 14th.

(13th: Scorpio Moon trines Neptune in Pisces at 1:45 pm.
14th: Moon sextiles Jupiter (Virgo) at 4:30 am, trines Sun (Cancer), at 11:45 am and conjuncts Mars, at 3:30 pm)

July 15: Fun, creative, energetic influences come into play this morning, capturing our childlike imagination.

(Sagittarius Moon trines Mercury/Venus conjunction in Leo,
from 8:30 am - 11:00 am)

July 16: We may find ourselves desiring 'psychic' space today, to allow our inspiration to come forth, and leave us the freedom to take advantage of serendipity and synchronicity.

(Cancer Sun squares Uranus in Aries, exact at 6:30 am; Mercury-Venus come into a conjunction in Leo, exact at 3:00 pm. Sun trines Mars in Scorpio, exact at 8:45 pm)

July 18: Focus and drive kick in this evening, so we're inclined to use the build up of energies toward tomorrow's Full Moon in Capricorn, to work on a project. Good influences for late night techies.

(Capricorn Moon conjuncts Pluto at 6:30 pm and Mercury (Leo) trines Saturn (Sagittarius), exact at 11:30 pm)

July 19: Full Moon in Capricorn. See Lunar Activity.

July 20: Morning energies lend themselves to individual focus; afternoon, evening influences we're inclined to 'shoot the breeze' with friends.

(Venus in Leo trines Saturn in Sagittarius, exact at 6:15 am; Aquarius Moon opposes Venus in Leo at 3:30 pm and Moon opposes Mercury in Leo, at 9:00 pm)

July 21: Creative, communicative influence comes together in the late afternoon, but there's a 'mood' changer in the early evening, perhaps requiring time to regroup.

(Aquarius Moon sextiles Uranus in Aries, exact at 4:00 pm. Moon squares Mars in Scorpio, at 7:00 pm)

July 22: Evening influence calls upon to turn within and touch base with our emotions and our spirit.

(Pisces Moon squares Saturn in Sagittarius, at 7:15 pm and conjuncts Neptune (Pisces), at 9:45 pm)

July 25: There's a desire for freedom to create our own schedule, and for individual expression today.

(Aries Moon squares Pluto in Capricorn, at 8:30 am; Moon trines Venus in Leo, at 9:45 am and trines Mercury in Leo, at 8:00 pm. Moon conjuncts Uranus in Aries, at 11:15 pm. This last influence is quite energetic, so while it's great for late night techies and performing musicians, it's not as great for getting to sleep!)

July 26: Creative, mercurial influence is great for late night techies, musicians and writers,, but for those ready for sleep, this makes for a busy mind.

(Mercury in Leo trines Uranus in Aries, around midnight)

July 27: Influences centered around an earthy Taurus Moon, create a nice balanced approach, allowing for ease and productivity.

(Taurus Moon sextiles Neptune in Pisces, at 4:15 am, trine Pluto in Capricorn, at 11:15 am. Moon trines the philosophical Jupiter, at 8:45 pm)

July 28: Staying grounded in our center of awareness, and minding our own business, can help navigate some minor power issues this morning.

(Moon in Taurus squares Mercury in Leo, at 5:15 am and opposes Mars in Scorpio, at 8:15 am)

July 29: There's some passive-aggressive influences at bay today, calling to us to determine what is not sitting right with us, and whether we need to speak up, or find an alternative way to channel possible anger and dissatisfaction.

(Gemini Moon opposes Saturn in Sagittarius, at 4:00 am and squares Neptune in Pisces, at 6:45 am; Mercury in Leo squares Mars in Scorpio, exact at 1:45 pm

July 31: There's a a potpourri of influences today. Morning influences are best suited to settling into our day with ease and mindfulness. A temporary shift of 'mood' comes into play in the late afternoon, and an positive, energetic and creative influence shifts the energies, later in the evening.

(Cancer Moon trines Neptune in Pisces, at 9:45 am; Moon opposes Pluto in Capricorn, at 5:00 pm; Venus in Leo trines Uranus in Aries, exact at 9:00 pm)

Lunar Activity

This Full Moon and New Moon activity takes place in signs which are focused on domestic activity, family relationships and financial security issues.

July 4: New Moon 12 deg. Cancer 4:01 am

Easing into our day at a comfortable pace, nurturing ourselves, and others and spending time in a loving environment, bodes well today. Many people will feel great emotional sensitivity to this New Moon. Giving appreciation for that which, and for those whom, extend emotional comfort and support to us, is a good way to embrace this New Moon.

July 19: New Moon 23 deg. Cancer 6:24 pm

We're likely seeking confirmation about whether we're on target with our practical goals. Having just passed by the half way mark of this year, we may find ourselves evaluating our goals of what we'd like to accomplish by year's end.

Thanks for joining me this month. I look forward to connecting with you soon! I hope you enjoy the 4th July celebrations!

much love,

Margaret