December 9, 2015 - Mercury enters Capricorn

Mercury enters Capricorn at 9:35 PM where it travels until January 1, 2016 although it returns to Capricorn later when it retrogrades that extends the energy until February 13, 2016. A strong tendency to study and gain ground is on the minds of many who will need to remain focused and work in an orderly manner toward goals to be able to reach agreements. Contracts are firm-clad with numerous details that need to be recognized. This is a matter-of-fact energy calling for some tempering so that intentions are recognized.

 

Sunday, November 22 - Sun in Sagittarius

★★SUNDAY - ARIES MOON - SAGITTARIUS SUN★★
 

Today the Sun enters Sagittarius for it's month long journey. Governed by Jupiter, the planets of good fortune, blessings, inspiration and vision, all are subject to this inspirational energy of limitless opportunity. Mercury is now there as well to create extra oomph and much communication. The entire world resonates with conversation, thought and contemplation on ideals and beliefs. Some will respond to the insight Sagittarius, Jupiter and Mercury offer while others will be restless, talk much and drift. Be open to receive enlightenment, clarity, truth and purpose that then gives you a base for your own choices.

I Choose to Help, Pray, Love

Solidarité

 

November 11, 2015 Scorpio New Moon

The Scorpio New Moon is November 11, 2015 that begins a cycle of growth and expansion until the lunar peak, Full Moon in Gemini on November 25, 2015, during which time you more easily can build, grow and establish what you would like to continue. The description with the graphic says it all to which you can add your own details to suit your personal choices and lifestyle. Meditation on personal issues and what you want to uncover and know more about can bring surprising answers and insight.

October 2015 Lunation Chart

Great Alignment of Mars-Jupiter

October 17, Mars and Jupiter conjunct that opens doors for prosperity, opportunity, blessings. A good time to take action, visualize and dream about what you want to unfold. This adds to the powerful energy growing until the Full Moon in Taurus on October 27.

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Mercury Retrograde - September 17-October 9 in Libra

This Mercury Retrograde is more intense because it's within the influence of the two eclipses this month that are:

September 13 - Solar Eclipse in Virgo 

& September 27 - Lunar Eclipse in Aries.

Mercury Retrograde is the time to be more thorough with all communication and travel. It's easy to experience error. The 3 week cycle is great for reorganizing and revising but not for major new beginnings.

Cecil the Lion was Savagely Killed

There are many daily atrocities happening to animals and anytime someone steps up to champion any of them is a true blessing as is Jimmy Kimmel for his commentary about the lion, Cecil who was slaughtered. He was shot with an arrow that didn't kill him so he was tracked for two days and then killed, skinned and his head cutoff. It's illegal to kill animals in the park where Cecil lived and he was a national treasure so the men/savages lured him out. The dentist, Walter Palmer has been fined in the past for killing. Hunting isn't the issue - in my opinion, in agreement with Jimmy Kimmel, is that there is something wrong with someone who has a need to kill for entertainment. I saw this morning on the national news that Cecil had cubs, now in peril if a new alpha comes in as they could be killed. Hopefully, the park where Cecil lived will be able to help protect them. You can see an array of photos of Walter Palmer with other animals he's killed on the Internet. Those who help him and the others like him, including the women who support such actions are equally as guilty of the crimes. 

It's encouraging that so many have shown such humanity which is a declaration of hope in a continual sea of animal abuse. Dr. Walter Palmer may be the new poster boy for aberrant sectors in society. You can read about Palmer's history by doing a search for 

"Walter Palmer dentist" who lives in Minnesota. His wife is Tonette Palmer, 56, born Tonette Elizabeth Jensen in April, 1959.

I hope to hear what will happen since he's back in the US and may think he won't be accountable. It would be good to see him forced to return to Zimbabwe to face charges and the prison term. He escaped imprisonment after illegally killing a bear. Photos are easily seen online of his other killings - one is him beside a dead rhino. I hope justice will be served. Of course, all the death threats are not likely to happen and I'd like to see him go through the judicial system and be further exposed for what he is, and also hope it's realized he is one of many. It's interesting to think about him now being in hiding and feeling hunted. I have no sympathy for him or anyone who supports him. I also wonder what kind of woman would be attracted to that kind of person. The battle cry of those types are that they love them. That furthers the question - what's to love about someone so depraved? What could be appealing? What is so tragically wrong with a woman that she chooses to be with someone so savage? I'm not referring to abusive marriages and abused women, I'm referring to those who have no morals or scruples and don't care what happens to others or animals. There's gratification for them too in the killings. What a peculiar lifestyle they must have that is void of genuine feelings and true love. They may be drawn to those men and may be excited by them but doubt that could be called love. There must be a thrill for them in the same way as the killers have when they hunt down an innocent animals.

One more thing...when Cecil was flushed out and in the open they put a spotlight on him for Palmer. Commonly, psychopaths operate within the law and don't think they have a problem.

BLUE MOON July 31, 2015

This upcoming full moon in Aquarius is also a Blue Moon, commonly called so because it’s the second full moon in the calendar month happens July 31. The first was July 1. Between now and then, specifically 6:44 AM eastern time energy builds that helps you to initiate plans and begin what you would like to see grow and manifest. Because Venus is currently retrograde and moves on the day of the full moon back into Leo there is awareness of groups and associations that will be up for reconsideration. The genuineness of those connections and the purposes are under scrutiny. A positive way to work with this personally is to meditate on any circumstance that may have you wondering or feeling doubtful and also to note peculiarities so that you can discern and make changes accordingly. To break it down: Build and grow as you need and prefer in all ways that you need; discern authenticity of friendships and social connections including links to organizations; consider what you want for your future so that you can make connections and begin to move in the direction of fulfillment.

Short Video - Animals Experience Freedom

Short inspirational video of animals experiencing freedom for the first time. Having never had feet touch ground, see the sky or smell the open air. I'm grateful for all who made it possible and for those who continue to help animals who suffer at the hands of humankind. This is inspiring and joyful.

 

Animals Experience Freedom

Solar Storm & Possible Auroras on the Solstice

We have something extra going on along with the Summer Solstice! Yesterday the Sun produced a huge solar flare that sent emissions toward Earth causing a brief radio blackout over North America. The emissions are likely to hit us on June 21 that could result in a geomagnetic storm and solstice auroras. I’m up for that.

Summer Solstice 2015

The Summer Solstice is Sunday, June 21, 2015

that is the longest day and shortest night of the year.

It's a time to honor planet Earth and all its inhabitants also living here. Including animals is every aspect of nature from forests, oceans, mountains and even the air. The four elements that comprise our world is fire, earth, air, and water. It's very empowering to connect by beginning with your affinities. If you are drawn to the ocean then you are also connected to ocean life. As well, the air is where birds fly.

The four directions are great points of focus - North, East, South, and West.

Everything on the planet is connected to the solar system and the universe.

The Summer Solstice occurs when the Sun reaches zero degrees Cancer as you see in the chart I've calculated. The chart is set for Washington, D.C. so you can adjust the hours according to where you live.

Laugh Away Bullies & Negative People

Today, with the New Moon in Gemini that begins a 2 week growth cycle for communication, enhanced by Mars, this came to mind.

For all who're progressing away from anyone disrespectful, bullies and the ill mannered - a little note from Oscar...

Another FB platitude

A platitude posted on FB: “I don’t know a perfect person. I only know flawed people who are still worth loving.” From Spirit Science

Really? Guess it all depends on what is considered a flaw. As with most postings of sayings, it strikes something within the poster and seems relevant to share so others are “enlightened.” Most are taken out of context and the author may have made a very good point, however the prevalence of so many suggestions of what to believe grates on the nerves of some readers though they may not express it. As with the one I repeat above – the poster was either impressed and they think they’re being encompassing of all other without prejudice although it’s smitten with arrogance. First, what determines being flawed? I know what was probably intended but it’s lost in the statement that they don’t know a perfect person and flawed people are “still” worth loving. 

If someone is chatty, tall, heavy, thin, lacks proper diction, or whatever then those are part of one’s individuality. If those and other traits are thought of as flaws then all other individual traits are flaws as well. It’s likely the poster thought the opposite of what I’m saying – they probably were thinking in terms of embracing others without judgment. The quote doesn’t say that. Two thoughts to consider:

1. Make sure what you re-post expresses your feelings and who you are.
2. Try posting your own thoughts – quote yourself.