Tip of the Week:

This upcoming New Moon on May 2 is special in that it will be the first official one with Neptune in Pisces, in the Tropical Zodiac. (This theme continued below the following reminders...)

It is also special in that it is Election Day in Canada. It is noteworthy that the election occurs at the time of the Balsamic or late waning Moon. The basic message is as follows: This Moon Phase implies endings, completions and commitment to a new future. So, with an unpopular government currently in power vying for a majority and the lines of opposition divided between 3 parties, we stand to see something brand new emerge. This includes either a majority for Stephen Harper's Conservative Party or a new government yet quite possibly with a minority itself due to the 3 party split in opposition. Either way, the results will bring about something new.

In other news the marriage ceremony between Prince William & Kate Middleton took place today. Interestingly, that ceremony took place during a Void-of-Course Balsamic Moon. It would seem quite evident that an Astrologer was not hired to choose this date because no self-respecting and knowledgeable Astrologer would have chosen this date for such an important event, not at least without debate from other Astrologers. Unless, there was some other agenda or some other sort of intrigue at play.... 

That the Sun was in the 10th house and that there was a stellium of planets in Aries and with a romantic Pisces Moon, perhaps all will be well. It is the domain of Electional Astrology that deciphers when it is best to sign a contract or embark upon an important journey or launch a ship and so on. It may also be argued that in the case of a couple, their love bond and the quality of their choices will override the otherwise poorly chosen date.  That Prince William and his new Bride do share a Sun and Moon alignment in Cancer suggests that there is true love between them and that they are sincere. Yet, Prince William’s intercepted Sun and Moon in Cancer lend to added challenges for the new Royal couple. This is especially so since the other pole of the interception is Capricorn where Princess Kate's Sun resides. This implies a karmic tie at least. With Kate's Sun in Capricorn in the 10th House, the House of Capricorn, she certainly possesses power and ambition in here character.

I will bring more light to this in my New Moon Newsletter. If you have not already signed-up, you can do so on the home page of my site or simply send me an email with your request to be added to my email list.

Now back to Neptune's ingress...

The official entry of Neptune into its own sign occurred on April 4^th, the day after the New Moon in Aries, which means that the chart cast for the ingress of Neptune contained a New Moon. Yet, Neptune was still at the last degree of Aquarius where it has been since January 1998. Interestingly, that was the year when the Sun, from the Earth’s perspective, made its first official alignment with the Galactic Center. This event is said to occur only once every 25, 625 years, or so – a Precessional Cycle. It is this cycle especially that the now notorious date of December 21, 2012 in the Mayan calendar is all about. From the standpoint of Mayan Cosmology, this date marks the end of not just one World Age which consists of  a 5125 year period, it is the completion of 5 World Ages which add to equal 1 Precessional Cycle. This cycle is also referred to as a “Great Year”. It is also worth noting that this cycle is largely perceptual. The prevalent theory behind the Precessional Cycle is that it is based on a subtle shift of our own planet against the celestial background due to a wobble in the Earth’s axial rotation which causes the celestial background to ‘appear’ to shift at a rate of almost 1 degree every 72 years, which when multiplied by 360 = 25, 625. Vedic Astrology is based on this perceptual phenomenon yet does not incorporate Uranus, Neptune, Pluto or any other new planet as does Tropical Astrology.

 Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 20)

The time has come to build upon new foundations. This may be as basic as planning and preparing the ground for a garden. Yet, the same theme can apply to other areas of life. You are in a creative, if restless, mood. Trying new angles holds appeal. Breaking free includes moving on from old methods. The urge to plough through all opposition will be strong. Sow seeds you will be glad to reap!

Taurus (Apr 20 – May 21)

The time to take new initiatives is fast approaching. The New Moon in your sign will activate your energies more fully. Yet, like the late spring you may feel delayed. Spending more time in the planning stages therefore may prove worthwhile. Gathering your reserves and resources and saving your energy may prove to be your best approach. Work behind the scenes and prepare.

Gemini (May 21 – Jun 21)

Meeting new people and initiating friendships and other group affiliations and associations remains a central theme. Dreams of future possibilities are running through your mind. Confronting limiting situations and people may actually have more to do with your own interpretations than is apparent. Other good news is that new love interests and opportunities will be peaking in May.

Cancer (Jun 21 – Jul 22)

A lot of activity on public and professional fronts is stirring. Acquiring and/or giving tools and training is likely. Making key investments will prove appealing or necessary. Risk is probably required so factor it into your focus, yet calculate it carefully. Be willing to borrow if your must. Something has to give and it is better to be proactive and visionary than reactive and regretful later.

Leo (Jul 22 – Aug 23)

Your aspirations and enthusiasm levels are playing on each other. You are ready to be seen and heard again and you mean business. You are ready to invest into yourself or your overall style of self-expression, perhaps more than usual. Cultural stimulations could be linked to publishing and marketing. Travel adventure is also in the mix. Take an extra practical approach, yet go big!

Virgo (Aug 23 – Sep 22)

Who has what you want and need? This is a mixed time where you stand to both win and possibly lose big. Annoying bills or fines… may catch you by surprise. It may be time to take certain matters into your own hands. This may still include others yet you will be more selective. Your willingness to see your own blind spots meanwhile will reveal wisdom and bring rewards.

Libra (Sep 22 – Oct 22)

A lot is stirring on relationship fronts these days. Unrest, restlessness and revolution are brewing, or perhaps a new fire of the more satisfying kind has been ignited. Either way, change is in the air and the time has come to take deliberate action. This will become very evident as the week unfolds. Being open to draw upon the resources of others is featured. Try new angles and approaches.

Scorpio (Oct 22 – Nov 21)

Making sincere efforts to negotiate for new and better possibilities continues. Your best approach now includes diplomacy. Building upon new foundations is implied. This trend will continue for the next several weeks especially. Change in your overall lifestyle is likely and the first signs of it, at least, are lingering.  Brainstorming for ideas will bring good results.

Sagittarius (Nov 21 – Dec 21)

A creative cycle continues. The game is at full force and the heat stands to be high. Enjoying the sport and play is great, yet now it is important that you take a more constructively critical and practical approach. Drawing on a fuller range of your talents and resources implies more imagination and strategy. Open mindedness is great but sometimes we must take sharp aim.

Capricorn (Dec 21 – Jan 19)

Amidst a very active time close to home, you have entered a creative cycle. This will become increasingly important over the next few weeks. The focus will remain on home and family but also upon the roles you play in this important arena. Renovations, spring cleaning, preparing the ground for gardens or perhaps even a move of residence altogether are likely focuses. Engines fired, shift into low gear for a big haul.

Aquarius (Jan 19 – Feb 19)

Your perspectives on things are changing daily.  Out of the process a new vision is emerging. You will begin to establish a more realistic plan and base of action this week. This will include time frames and a good deal of communications. Your sights are set on the future and you do want to keep an open mind, yet you want to initiate changes, at least in your objectives and strategy of approach.

Pisces (Feb 19 – Mar 20)

Whether by inspiration, necessity, play or all of the above, your engines are fired. Now you want to gain some real traction with all this energy and enthusiasm. This trend will continue and your concentration towards this end will increase yet. For now, the key is to have a game plan and to get started. Once the ‘ice is broken’ your confidences will rise and this includes a clear outline and timeline.

Michael O'Connor

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