Signs of the Zodiac
The First Quarter Moon arrives soon. This square between Sun and Moon presents a challenge: Are we moving toward the goals we set at the New Moon or are we stuck? The challenge could not be more stark. The chart … Continued
Just as today became today, at 12:44 am EDT, the Crescent Moon appeared. This semisquare that follows the New Moon is a time of urgency, a need to act. With a Gemini Moon conjunct Gemini Mars, we may have taken … Continued
The New Moon in Aries arrives before dawn tomorrow in my Eastern time zone, which feels like a fitting time of day for the beginning of the astrological year. Aries is the cardinal Fire sign that initiates the zodiac round. … Continued
Overnight (Monday, April 1, 3:14 am EDT), we’ll reach the Balsamic Moon. This semisquare between the Sun and Moon marks the time when we’re ready to let go, releasing what no longer fits. Balsamic Moons tend to be contemplative times, … Continued
Yesterday’s Last Quarter Moon wanted something to happen. At the Last Quarter, we understand, realize, comprehend. We’re at the shift point from sharing to letting go. The Sun–Moon square jolts us. We experience a moment of “Oh! That’s what that … Continued
So, the Disseminating Moon in Scorpio was yesterday (Sunday), early in the morning. And clearly, this post is a day late. Since that in itself is totally in line with yesterday’s energies, I thought I would post anyway. The Disseminating … Continued
Today, Wednesday, March 20, we celebrate the Equinox with a glorious Full Moon in Libra that is also the last Supermoon of this year. The Moon will be large and luminous in the sky on this day of equal hours … Continued
This afternoon, we reach the Gibbous Moon, the sesquiquadrate (135°) aspect between Sun and Moon. This square-and-a-half calls for us to stand our ground in the face of challenge. With the Moon in Leo as the Sun continues swimming through … Continued
Tomorrow, we reach two turning points. The morning brings the First Quarter Moon. In the evening, Mercury reaches his exact conjunction with the Sun, called “cazimi.” We’re swimming in deep Piscean waters this month. Some days (ok, most days) I … Continued
Today we reached the Crescent Moon. The Moon, 45 degrees from the Sun, can be seen in the sky again. We catch a glimpse of what might be growing from the New Moon seeds. The Moon is in early Taurus, … Continued