New Moon in Sagittarius

New Moon in Sagittarius ~Rekindle the Inner Fire ~ December 5, 2010!! By Larry Williamson, www.skybearastrology.com New Moons are times of new beginnings, planting seeds, and setting intentions. This New Moon brings a hopeful offering as Sagittarius invites faith, optimism and renewed spirit. Sagittarius is the last of the fire signs and has a highly aspirational quality about it. Sagittarius represents the joy of gratitude and abundance. Praise, gratitude and enthusiasm invoke abundance. Rumi says: Poverty of the soul is caused by your inability to praise! Indeed, embrace the attitude of gratitude. With the Sun, Moon, Mars, Pallas and Vesta (asteroids) in Sagittarius let us hope the Archer’s sacred arrow of hope pierces the veil of arrogance amongst many of our newly elected political leaders. This New Moon conjuncts the ascendant (national identity) in the Sibly chart for the U.S.A. Yet, despite all the negative news, the global financial crisis, home foreclosures and massive job cuts, there always remains a seed of hope, a reason to believe that things will get better. We may have all come over on different ships, but we're all in the same boat now. Tensions continue to mount as North Korea shelled an island in the south killing four local residents. Transiting Saturn is in Libra, the same sign it was in during the Korean War in the early 1950's. In political astrology Libra is referred to as the sign of War! Saturn is also returning to its natal position which is the 8th Saturn return for the U.S.A. Progressed Mars isnretrograde in the Sibly chart (USA) in peace loving Libra until 2086. Mars rules war/military and retrograde suggests there will be a strong movement to downsize and hopefully move away from the reckless, irresponsible military action from the past. Mars in Libra is a wonderful metaphor for military with a conscience. Mercury turns retrograde on the 10th causing holiday hassles and confusion with travel plans. Expect the unexpected. Electronic gifts or appliances purchased during the shopping season may not work properly. Be sure to recheck travel schedules and hotel booking dates to help minimize clerical snafus. Sometimes the wrong train can take us to the right place. The degree for the New Moon from Zodiacal Symbology reads: A human eye surrounded by a circle of flame. Denotes one of penetrative powers and clairvoyant gifts who will be well regarded by his associates and selected for positions of influence. It is a symbol of knowing. (Astroid) Ceres in Capricorn makes a wide opposition to the Sun in Cancer in the Sibly chart as the Senate (government) passes legislation to make food (Ceres) safer in wake of the deadly E.coli and salmonella outbreaks. The bill would place stricter (Capricorn) standards on imported foods. As transiting Neptune and Chiron makes their last hit to the Moon in Aquarius in the Sibly chart, along with progressed Moon/Neptune conjunction (double whammy) we have the whole Wiki leaks government documents explosions. Neptune often brings with it intrigue and mystery, and rumors of espionage. Secrets will be revealed and skeletons come out of the closet. Truth becomes elusive. The founder of Wiki leaks Julian Assange recently suggested that Hilary Clinton resign if she is found responsible for ordering U.S. Diplomats to engage in espionage in the United Nations. Progressed Mars retrograde in Libra conjuncts (asteroid) Juno in the Sibly chart. This is a double emphasize on sexuality, relationships and equality. The Pentagon released a study on DADT, finding that 70% of service members believe the change in policy would have a positive, mixed or no effect. If there was ever a time to reconcile gender inequality in the military (Mars) this is it. The study also revealed and made clear that much of the opposition (Libra) to repeal springs from misinformation. Vesta keeper of the sacred flame/hearth makes her journey in Sagittarius until February. Her gifts are hidden in the quiet corners of ourselves. This is the place of creative incubation and finding honor in your sacred space. Indeed, the woman who exemplifies the qualities of Vesta understands more than other goddesses the value of such a place. Vesta has a lot to do with ritual, ceremony and intention. It's about tending to our sacred inner fire. The spiritual world would like to help but spiritual edicit requires we ask first. Only then do the gods/goddesses know where asking for help is through ritual, ceremony, prayer and intention. The Full Moon Lunar Eclipse on December 21, 2010 brings into focus the Sagittarius/Gemini axis ~ Themes of travel, exploration, higher knowledge and communication. Mercury retrograde square Uranus signals potential unexpected conditions with aviation and electronic flight equipment. With both the Sun and Moon at the sensitive 29th degree, this represents endings or closure. Something old needs to be let go so that something new can be born. The is a good period for working on ourselves and much progress can be made with the inner, rather than outer realm. This eclipse is even more powerful because of its location near the galactic center at 26 degrees of Sagittarius. The Sabian Symbol for the eclipse degree reads: The Pope blessing the faithful. Keynote: The need to pay homage to traditional values upon which the invisible community of the spirit is built. Reference: Agapi Stassinopoulos ~ Conversations with Goddess “If you want your children to be intelligent read them fairy tales. If you want them to be more intelligent, read them more fairy tales”. ~Albert Einstein

Autumnal Equinox

AUTUMNAL EQUINOX ~ September 22, 2010 ~ (Full Moon ~ September 23, 2010 at 0 degrees Aries) By Kerry Fezza Astrologers note: I use a solar chart beginning with 0 degrees of the Sun Sign on the Ascendant. I then use equal house cusps, starting with the next sign ~ 2nd House 0 Scorpio and so forth. I then plot the planets accordingly. I like to look at mundane events every three months to gage what the collective and our nation can potentially expect during this time. On the Solstices and Equinoxes we are always dealing with the 0 Aries point, the most vital degree in the entire zodiac (see Uranian Astrology). Any planets that fall within 5 degrees of 0 Aries, 0 Cancer, 0 Libra, or 0 Capricorn, become major players in the chart. The Autumnal Equinox (A.E.) chart barely precedes the Full Moon at 0 degrees Aries bringing events to a conclusion or fruition. We usher in the Autumnal Equinox with the Sun at 0 degrees Libra. 0 Cancer (the Sun sign of the USA chart and home to a stellium (3 +) of planets) winds up on the Mid Heaven spotlighting us globally. (The Autumnal Equinox period governs most elections.) In contrast, all the A.E. planets, except for Mercury, fall below the horizon. This places the focus on us and puts the next 3 months in OUR HANDS. A.E. Saturn, the conservative planet, rests close to the Sun on the Ascendant, the most important point in the chart representing SELF. Self-discipline, self-growth, self-improvement, and self-sacrifice are all reinforced with USA Saturn in the first house too. Both Saturn’s square (challenge) the A.E. Nodes. The South Node, representing karma (past dues, self-undoing) sits right atop the chart at 7 Cancer (with the USA stellium). Possible implications: our newly elected officials may not act in our best interests (shocker!); repercussions from past actions are played out on the world stage; more down turn in the real estate market ~ Cancer represents home and family. The North Node resides in the 4th house (Cancer qualities) in the sign of Capricorn ruled by Saturn. Cautious optimism continues with downsizing ~ modifying loans and lenders being super conservative. Pluto at 2 Capricorn, squaring A.E. Saturn, Sun/Ascendant and opposing the stellium on the MC, reinforces an overhaul in regards to real estate and family values. It also continues to represent the complete transformation (classic Pluto symbolism) of corporate, conventional America. Incidentally the North Node will be at 4 degrees Capricorn the end of October into November. This is the Lunar Eclipse Pluto conjunction point of June 26. Any activity on this crucial degree can trigger or reignite issues from that time. Opposite A.E. Sun/Ascendant and Saturn falls the conjunction of A.E. Moon, Jupiter and Uranus. The latter two have retreated off the 0 Aries point into Pisces. Uranus represents the new, surprising, and unconventional. Jupiter, ruler of philosophy, laws, gambling and foreign affairs, expands whatever it touches (Uranus in this case). The ‘New Order’ still opposes the ‘Old Guard’ but is in a weaker position than the last quarter of the Summer Solstice. Change is still promised with the Moon, ruler of Cancer and the USA. Because this stellium falls in the 6th house of work and health, Jupiter offers optimism for novel, forward thinking healthcare and enacting new laws to make it happen. Expect the unexpected in regards to new medicines and vaccines. Neptune, ruler of Pisces, governs chemistry. Both rule the Arts and Spirituality, but also addiction and denial. We’ll have to be careful not to overmedicate our kids as A.E. Neptune sits on top of Chiron (wounded healer) in the 5th house of youth and pleasure seeking. In addition we may experience the repercussions of medical marijuana and other unconventional medicinal alternatives. USA Neptune sits close enough to A.E. Sun/Ascendant clouding our perception and over idealizing our expectations. However, the 2 Saturn’s in the 1st house provide defined boundaries and a traditional approach creating balance ~ The very key word for Libra!! Venus, ruler of Libra, feels right at home in our 2nd house of finances, next to Mars in the sign of Scorpio. Our economy will be a high priority and we’ll have plenty of drive and desire to utilize our own resources. Still dependent on our investors and investments, expect a strong focus on becoming not just fiscally responsible but also self sufficient. There’s a strong outcry to harness our own reserves rather than depend on foreign sustenance. With USA Uranus and Mars (God of war) residing in A.E. 9th house (Jupiter feel), we’ll still hear rumblings about the immigration debate, the conflicts overseas, and outsourcing our jobs. Overall though, this looks like a calmer time period than we’ve experienced in awhile. We are still struggling with our economy but now have the ability to make progress with less opposition than in the recent past. A.E. Mercury, planet of intelligence and communication winds up back in the 12th house. It’s a low key placement but also warns of secrets and deceptive messages. Looking ahead to the Winter Solstice we’ll see the return of key planets to critical degrees of the previous eclipses, reactivating sensitive points and issues. Complete with new eclipses those three months may be quite challenging. I feel there is crucial information that hasn’t been released to the public. This could have a huge impact on our Country as predicted in my Summer Solstice report. I’m glad we made it through pretty unscathed but this energy will be reactivated in the New Year. Brace yourself and enjoy this ‘respite’ while you can!!

New Moon Solar Eclipse at 19 Cancer!

New Moon Solar Eclipse in Cancer July 11, 2010 By Larry Williamson, www.skybearastrology.com New Moons are times of new beginnings, planting new seeds and setting intentions. With the New Moon in Cancer we are preparing to take the plunge in search of an accepting womb. Cancer is after all associated with the mother instinct, nesting, family and security. The sign Cancer, from a more ancient tradition, actually gets much of its meaning from the bear. Directly below the constellation of the Crab (Cancer) is Ursa Major, the Great Bear. When you think about it, don't the qualities of Cancer align well with the image of a bear? The bear is a very protective animal. It loves to eat, and nesting is vital for its security. The oldest myths in the world come from the animals in the sky. My premise is that many of the qualities of the signs in the zodiac come from smaller star groups that surround the major constellations. Eclipses in general often act as trickster vibe bringing to the surface buried issues or hidden problems, and so by their nature they are unpredictable. Solar eclipses are usually marked by external events. Watch the news like a hawk during this eclipse cycle for breaking news regarding those in positions of power and authority, royalty, celebrities and political leaders. It's prudent to put off major decisions until a week after the eclipse as new information comes to light and we may make a more conscious choice. The degree for the New Moon from Zodiacal Symbology reads: A wounded Bedouin on his horse in the desert ~ Denotes one of unsettled tendencies with a strong desire for freedom and adventure. He is not well fitted for ordinary life. It is a symbol of Liberty. This New Moon Solar eclipse falls in the eighth house at the midpoint between the Sun and Mercury in the U.S. Sibly chart, and in wide opposition to Pluto in the second house. Something will come to light or be exposed surrounding sensitive information with national security issues. Secrets will be revealed or leaked about the billions of US dollars that are unaccountable for by the Afghan government. A financial firm is suspected of helping elite Afghans move vast sums of money to overseas accounts. Today U.S. Lawmakers are withholding 3.9 billion dollars in Afghan aid over corruption problems. The watery nightmare continues in the Gulf region as the U.S. Progressed Moon conjuncts Neptune along with transiting Neptune conjunct the U.S. Natal Moon! This is the classic double whammy as feelings of helplessness, uncertainty and confusion abound. What a metaphor as the Moon/Neptune link evokes the image of oil and water. The symbol for the U.S. Progressed Moon from Zodiacal Symbology reads: The Virgin Astrea (goddess of justice) with bandaged eyes, being led away by the angels from the world flooded with misery, blood and injustice. Uranus turns retrograde on the 5th then drifts back into Pisces for seven months until March 2011. Revelations and liberation come from within. The new seeds planted in Aries are now receiving blessings from the water spirits (Pisces) for a new and courageous voyage ahead. Chiron (the wounded healer) re-enters Aquarius on the 20th then splashes back into Pisces in February 2011. We all know that the “Chironian wound” is the wound that will not heal. However, as long as the wound is being cared for, nurtured and administered to, it proves to be a source of renewal. It becomes an opening through which new life enters into and enlarges consciousness. It is the divine wound. Chiron in Pisces reminds me of the adage “It's your faith that makes you whole”. Saturn opposes Uranus on the 26th, and this is the last out of five hits between them. This is an especially dynamic contact as the opposition between these two titans takes place at zero degrees of cardinal signs, Aries/Libra respectively. Issues around independence versus dependence come into play with relationships. Things that were once tolerable now feel oppressive and intolerable. This is a favorable time to break old habits and patterns that have been limiting your self-expression. Old structure and foundations that gave you security are no longer viable at this time. You're in the earthquake zone now! Letting go of the past is essential before it can free you. A new person you meet at this time could change or transform your life direction. Saturn enters Libra on the 21st and remains there until October 2012. The last time Saturn was in Libra was back in 1980-82. At that time the USSR planned to withdraw from Afghanistan, 280 people died on flight Pan Am 103 over Scotland, Reagan became President, A former aid claimed Nancy Reagan was using astrology to plan her husband's activities. Now, transiting Saturn squares Venus in the U.S. Sibly chart as the economic recession and cash crunch continues unabated. Republicans continue to block unemployment benefits for the long-termed unemployed. 1.2 million Americans have already missed a check because of the Senate's inability to pass legislation. It is clear that the economic strategy for the Republicans in congress is to ensure electoral gains in November by undermining any possible economic recovery. Saturn also squares Obama's natal Venus in early Cancer, I'm certain he's probably feeling that he's not getting the “Love” he deserves? With Saturn in Libra or Saturn/Venus contacts we have to work harder in order to earn the love , respect and approval from others. This is the classic signature of “Tough Love”. Often tough love is about letting go of wants that are masquerading as needs, rather than hanging on to them. References: Healing and Wholeness-John Stanford Astro-Myths- Wendy Ashley Predictive Astrology-Carol Rushman

Full Moon Lunar Eclipse, June 26, 2010

FULL MOON ~ LUNAR ECLIPSE! Saturday, June 26, 2010 By Kerry Fezza A full Moon occurs when the Sun is opposite the Moon pitting the masculine, ego identifying pride of our Solar star against the sensitive, intuitive, female energy of our Lunar star ~ nature versus nurture, conscious versus unconscious, action versus reaction as examples. Full Moons are known for their intensity (especially by law enforcement). They bring events to culmination or fruition. Super charge with an Eclipse and you’re in for one wild ride!! Eclipses occur in a series of opposite signs for approximately 18 months. This series falls in Capricorn/Cancer. These are 2 of the cardinal signs, the others being Aries and Libra. These 4 signs can continue to expect major changes! Capricorn and Cancer will experience important relationship events reflecting the transformation within themselves. Aries and Libra will make big adjustments with their career and home. Eclipses can also be revealing! This Full Moon Lunar Eclipse is at 4 degrees Capricorn directly reflecting and energizing the Summer Solstice (0 Cancer) chart from June 21st. (See my article below on the Summer Solstice.) The cardinal signs are strong and assertive! Any planets and points that fall within 5 degrees of 0 Aries, 0 Cancer, 0 Libra or 0 Capricorn (the cardinal axis) become very important players in a chart. The 0 Aries point is the most critical degree in the zodiac and the four Cardinal signs are all relevant to it. Not only is this Eclipse within 5 degrees of the cardinal axis, it falls on the volatile planet Pluto also at 4 degrees Capricorn! That’s a whole lot of combustible energy!! Pluto rules death and rebirth, completely destroying whatever is not working and building something new out of the ashes. (When Pluto entered corporate loving Capricorn in November 2008 you saw a dramatic shift in the economy!) Pluto is deep, probing and intense often associated with violence, terrorism, extremism, power, control, passionate desire and drama. The key word for Pluto is transformation. He governs the underground, the bowels of the earth. Pluto is secrecy while eclipses bring hidden things to light. (Could be interesting??) Pluto rules nuclear energy, explosions, eruptions and volcanoes. What a summer! The sign of Capricorn relates to big business, economics, and conservatism. Expect big upsets in these areas. Capricorn is ruled by the planet Saturn, another key player. Saturn sits at the top of the Eclipse chart only 2 degrees away from 0 Libra, in the analytical, environmental, health and service oriented sign of Virgo. He falls in the 9th house of foreign, legal, and distant travel affairs, law, religion and higher learning. Saturn represents the old guard, tradition and authority. You can bet he’s holding tight to the conservative values, traditional laws and beliefs this country was founded on! He has been challenged in recent years (as in the 1960’s) by the higher minded planet Uranus. Only now Uranus makes a bold move…She has moved into the key position of 0 Aries!! Almost directly opposite Saturn and squaring off with Sun, Moon and Pluto on the cardinal axis! Aries is the unabashed, enthusiastic, ambitious and aggressive pioneer of the zodiac, always willing to forge new paths regardless of what others might think or whether it is in its best interests. Now factor in Uranus, the maverick planet, at its most critical degree… Familiar to unique and different, Uranus is a true humanitarian. She doesn’t judge others by their race, religion or sexual orientation rather she encourages the unconventional and is completely unpredictable herself! A fair representation of our new President, Uranus is also a politician. She is exciting ~ uninhibited, inventive, and illuminating. The mad scientist, Uranus rules technology, electricity, and alchemy while governing earthquakes and explosions. Expect the unexpected!! Magnifying eccentric Uranus is Jupiter at 2 degrees Aries, who loves to live large and expand anything he touches. Only 2 degrees away, he’s bound to make a big impact on Uranus at the 0 Aries point. Jupiter is the jovial planet associated with philanthropy and philosophy. He is given ruler ship over gambling, laws, higher education, long distance travel, foreign affairs and higher education. The pairing of this dynamic duo can breed some pretty radical breakthroughs in these areas. Their close opposition to Saturn represents strong resistance from traditionalists. A huge uprising of global compassion could be our response as we herald in the new! Mercury, the quirky neutral planet, ruling communication and transportation, makes a guest appearance at 2 degrees Cancer basking in the glow of the Sun, opposing the Moon/Pluto eclipse point and squaring off with Saturn, Uranus and Jupiter! What role will the media be asked to play? How will government intelligence be relayed? ~ And how will it be received with our new thought consciousness and desire for change? What frequency are we on? Stay tuned… The energy surrounding a Lunar eclipse can last as long as 3 months ~ 1 ½ months on each side. This would mean we’ve been experiencing some effects already. The real significance is the Full Moon eclipsing the Summer Solstice chart! Please read below. It’s more technical but the important info is there. So…the stage is set!! We have dynamic players, with defined roles, motivated by their juxtaposition on the cardinal axis ~ Brace yourself for one heck of a show!!

SUMMER SOLSTICE ~ June 21, 2010

SUMMER SOLSTICE ~ June 21, 2010 By Kerry Fezza Astrologers note: I use a solar chart beginning with 0 degrees of the Sun Sign on the Ascendant. I then use equal house cusps, starting with the next sign ~ 2nd House 0 Leo and so forth. I then plot the planets accordingly. I like to look at mundane events every three months to gage what the collective and our nation can potentially expect during this time. I use the Summer Solstice (S.S.) chart and the USA chart. On the solstices and equinoxes we are always dealing with the 0 Aries point, the most vital degree in the entire zodiac (see Uranian Astrology). Any planets that fall within 5 degrees of 0 Aries, 0 Cancer, 0 Libra, or 0 Capricorn, become major players in the chart. In 5 days, on June 26th, we will have a Lunar Eclipse at 4 Capricorn, effectively super-charging the Summer Solstice!! Stay tuned for an in-depth report! We usher in the Summer Solstice (S.S.) at 0 Cancer. Cancer is the Sun sign of the USA because our birthday is July 4th. The S.S. always brings forth matters related to patriotism, the military, national security, family, home and real estate. USA Venus and Jupiter, at 2 and 4 degrees Cancer respectively, create a time of celebration and sentimentality. A lot of us travel long distances (Jupiter) to be with family. USA Mercury, ruler of Gemini/communication, falls in Cancer too. S.S. Mercury is in Gemini reinforcing the exchanging of ideas. Both Mercury’s aspect the S.S. Moon, ruler of Cancer, in the 4th house of Cancer qualities! Because S.S. Moon lies at the last degree of Libra, highlighting fairness, justice and equality, expect the immigration debate to rage on with compromise being the hot topic! S.S. Mercury is in the 12th house of secrets along with USA Uranus and Mars ~ a combination of sudden or unexpected violence. We’ll likely have covert intelligence (from more than1 source ~ Gemini) regarding an act of aggression against us ~ Pluto (destruction/rebuilding, power, control, drama) sits at 4 Capricorn, opposite S.S. Sun, on the Eclipse point!! And it will be kept confidential. Other planets reinforce this: S.S. Mars in analytical Virgo, residing in the 3rd house of communication and transportation, squares (challenges) USA Uranus by 1 tiny, tight degree! Saturn, the mack daddy of limitation and restriction, suppresses messages in the same house. Saturn at 28 Virgo is only 2 degrees away from 0 Libra snuggled right up next to the 4th house of home, family, and country. Could certain powers be trying to ‘protect’ us from knowledge that is incredibly sensitive or unbelievable as in 911? Factor in USA Neptune ~ master of disguise ~ at 22 Virgo, hangin’ pretty close to Saturn in the 3rd. Both are in a funky aspect to S.S. Neptune and USA Moon in the 8th house of other’s money, shared resources, and discerning motives. This repeats the theme of falsifying information with the incentive to protect our creditors and debtors. Neptune can also be idealistic thinking and false perception. Now guess what lies at exactly 0 degrees Aries?? S.S. Uranus! ~ the bold and unpredictable planet ruling new thought consciousness, humanitarianism, inventiveness and the unconventional!! Freedom loving Uranus is also associated with Earthquakes and Explosions. We’ve already glimpsed USA Uranus stirring things up with volatile USA Mars, ruler of Aries, in the house of secret enemies. S.S. Uranus has a much more promising and prominent position at the very top of the Summer Solstice chart. Having this revolutionary planet at the most crucial degree of the zodiac, in the pioneering sign Aries, spells big changes and huge leaps forward into uncharted and controversial territory. Jupiter, the expansive planet, conjoins Uranus at 1 degree Aries. Ruler of gambling, Jupiter is often connected with luck and abundance. It magnifies whatever it touches. Because it is given rulership over higher education, legal, foreign and travel affairs, plus religion, I believe this summer season we can expect a surge in just some of the following areas: new age beliefs, innovative laws, unconventional medicine (ie. medical marijuana), more ground breaking technology, and a rise in overseas cultures playing a large role in the above. None of this is really new but expect these areas to suddenly move in unexpected directions and at a much faster pace! Uranus will retreat back into passive Pisces in mid-August, Jupiter in mid-September. This summer is just a glimpse into the future and what is to come in 2011! The last part of July sees conservative Saturn pass over into 0 Libra, pitting the old guard against the new. Saturn and Uranus (old school vs new school) have faced off several times in the past few years (the last election being a good example) just as they did in the 1960’s. Back then you had the counter culture movement, sexual revolution, and anarchy directed at the Republican government and Vietnam war. Over the next several years, these 2 planets will continue to oppose each other in the prominent signs of Aries/Libra. USA Saturn in Libra, is in the 4th house trying to balance our deficit and stabilize the real estate fiasco. It squares off with the S.S. nodes ~ karma and fate. The South Node (karma) is associated with ‘self-undoing’ and wouldn’t you know….it sits right on top of our USA Sun at 12 degrees Cancer? Directly opposite rests the North Node ~ our destiny ~ along with Pluto, in the 7th house of partnership and open enemies! Pluto can be powerful allies or those intent on destroying us. The usual antagonists will play a role in our fate but you may be interested to know that Uranus rules UFO’s and extra terrestrials!! Venus the money planet is in our house of personal income ruled by our Cancer Sun. We will be encouraged to ‘buy American’ and boost our own economy. However, with Sagittarius, ruler of far off places, governing our labor and service sector, we can still expect to be dependent on foreign resources. It is important to note in this season of patriotism that the worst situations bring out the best in people. The flip side of war like Mars/Uranus is passionate humanitarianism! And Jupiter budding up to Uranus would magnify this on the world stage!! At some level, to quote Louise Hay, all is well in our world ~ AND SO IT IS!

SPRING EQUINOX

VERNAL (SPRING) EQUINOX, 3/20/2010 Astrologers note: I use a solar chart beginning with 0 degrees of the Sun Sign on the Ascendant. I then use equal house cusps, following with the next sign ~ 2nd House 0 Taurus and so forth. I do the Solstice and Equinox charts from a mundane perspective looking at how the chart might affect our nation over the next 3 months until the Summer Solstice. The USA chart I like to factor in is the 7 degree Gemini rising chart. Feel free to apply the info personally as well. For those of you who have studied astrology with me, you would know that “happy” aspects between planets are Trines and Sextiles. If you remember, the more challenging aspects are squares and oppositions. Conjunctions (2 planets next to each other) can go either way depending on the nature of the planets themselves. Pluto (nuclear energy, tearing down and rebuilding, deep desire, power, and control) entered Capricorn (corporate America, security, frugality) in November 2008. As such it conjuncted a major angle of the natural Zodiac where it will remain due to its distance from Earth and its slow rotation. Therefore it now plays a major role in the Equinox/Solstice reports. On March 20th the Sun (our nature) enters Aries (confident, aggressive, independent) conjuncting Mercury (communication), joining Venus (pleasure, happiness) and opposing Retrograde (the past) Saturn (delays, restriction, discipline, authority, structure) in Libra. This opposition forms a T- square to Pluto. As we begin Spring with the hope and promise of a new season we can expect to be challenged by the same powerful enemies and entities who have opposed us previously. Chiron (wounds and healing) in the USA chart sits in Aries conjunct V.E. Venus. I think this speaks to faith in the health care issue finally breaking ground but the same problems will still arise from the usual antagonists. V.E. Sun is in an out of sign conjunction to V.E. Uranus sharing the opposition to Saturn. Uranus represents new thought and unconventionality verses Saturn’s traditional stance on medicine and its representation of big pharmaceutical companies. USA Chiron, sextiles USA Moon (the public, females, families), in the house of hopes, wishes and friendships offering support for the cause. However, it also widely squares USA Pluto in the same prominent sector as V.E. Pluto. This could be a huge public debacle for us on the world stage or we could pioneer (Aries) a huge transformation (Pluto) in the health care system! In addition, V. E. Neptune (drugs, disillusionment, escapism), conjuncts V.E. Chiron in the same sector as USA Moon, squaring V.E. Moon in Taurus/2nd house (stubborn, pragmatic). We may waste a lot of our resources and feel disenchanted fighting against so much resistance. But luck is with the whole health care reform idea in the grand trine that’s formed between V.E. Moon (Taurus), USA Pluto (Capricorn), and USA Neptune in Virgo/6th house of HEALTH & alternative medicine!! Resources, plus power, plus idealism and healing may just triumph in the form of alternative health care. This is especially evident with USA Neptune opposite V.E. Uranus!! We may be going way outside the “norm”. Looking at this configuration, legalizing marijuana makes a lot more sense! V.E. Uranus sextiles V.E. Moon, so any financial surprises such as fund raising from secret sources would benefit us. USA Mars is in Gemini/3rd house (communication). The internet and/or the media will of course play a big role in stirring up the healthcare debate ~ for better with its sextile to USA Chiron, and wide trine to V.E. Neptune and Chiron ~ or for worse with its t-square to the Uranus/Neptune opposition! We have another Grand Trine, diffusing the harsher side of Saturn. V.E. Saturn in Libra, trines USA Ascendant in Gemini, and USA South Node in Aquarius. This highlights fabulous networking and interacting opportunities with those who oppose any of our objectives. Uranus (expect the unexpected!) in the V.E. chart falls late in Pisces/12th house (hidden enemies, denial) forming an out of sign conjunction with the Sun on the ascendant. This makes all our plans unstable at best. However, they both share a nice trine with V.E. Mars (ruler of Aries, ambition and drive) in Leo/5th house (our children, pleasure pursuits and speculation). Our youth oriented culture with its entertainment and sports hero’s will champion our best efforts. V.E. Mars also sextiles V.E. Saturn softening its opposition to Uranus, the Sun and Mercury. Pop culture figures have a large impact on both sides of the equation! Mars is in a funky aspect to Pluto in the public sector. Those who have influence still can’t reverse the ultimate outcome. Uranus conjunct the Sun/Ascendant in the Vernal Equinox chart, opposite Saturn and squaring Pluto, is big foreteller of earthquakes and more natural disasters but this time on home turf. Pluto rules volcanoes and terrorism. Uranus is connected with explosions. And Saturn rules structures. Saturn retrograde ~ rebuilding and restructuring. When you factor in USA Venus conjunct USA Jupiter (luck, abundance, excess) residing with USA Sun in Cancer/the 4th house (home, family, and real estate) you create a grand cross (major square) with the Uranus/Sun/Mercury/Saturn/Pluto t-square. This reinforces the notion of false optimism but also the pride and determination we share as a nation to triumph in adversity. V.E. Jupiter in Pisces/12th house (Spirituality, imagination, artistry) trines USA Sun strengthening our faith in the unknown. The V.E. south node (self undoing, karma) sits in the 4th too meaning we can’t fool ourselves into thinking everything is rosy. We still have a huge mountain to climb ~ North node (destiny) with Pluto in Capricorn/10th house (accomplishment, achievement). Our desire for success in the face of major changes makes us who we are ~ proud, determined and united!! By Kerry Fezza 2010 http://zodiacbuzz.com, leorising67@yahoo.com, 866-395-1340, http://intuitiveinterior.com