Beware the Ides of March...but why?

The Ides of March…

In ancient Rome, the Ides of March were equivalent to our March 15th. If you’ve heard of the Ides of March, is probably to William Shakespeare. In his play Julius Caesar, a seer says to Caesar: Beware the Ides of March.

In the play, and in reality, Caesar was indeed assassinated on the ides of March, March 15 in 44 B.C. In the ancient Roman calendar, each month had an Ides. In March, May, July, and October, the Ides fell on the 15th day. In every other month, the Ides fell on the 13th. The word Ides derives from a Latin word which means “to divide.” The Ides were originally meant to mark the full moon, but because calendar months and lunar months were different lengths, they quickly got out of step.

The energy is division and it certainly rings true sometimes that people become divided, in groups and within.

Astrology Information (link) - January 18-24, 2016

The column this week:
 

DISCOVER YOUR TRUE IDENTITY & INDIVIDUALITY THROUGH THE LEO FULL MOON WHILE UNIFYING WITH THE AGE OF AQUARIUS 

Venus plays a prominent role during the week with a direct angle to Jupiter and change of signs on Saturday when it enters Capricorn. This influences how everyone relates to one another including close relationships. Tendencies to become involved or go overboard quickly changes once Venus is in Capricorn that brings structure and desire for reliability and reason. Throughout the week is the significant influence from Mercury when it forms strong alignments to Uranus and Pluto that brings strong opinions and thoughts...

http://www.shirleymaclaine.com/articl…/astrology/article-341

Mercury Retrograde January 5-January 25, 2015

 

 MERCURY RETROGRADE began yesterday in Aquarius and will return

 back into Capricorn before the 3 week cycle completes.

Details are in the weekly column: http://www.shirleymaclaine.com/articl…/astrology/article-341

How to manage the energy of Mercury Retrograde

Utilize the time to reorganize and revamp what has been our of order and needs better management.

• Avoid making long-term commitments during the cycle.
• Rearrange furniture or anything.
• Eliminate clutter.
• Restore repair anything from items to routine. 
• Be thorough when leaving messages.
• Double check reservations and plans to minimize error.
• Plan for the unexpected.
• Wait to purchase cars, bicycles, planes or any type of travel vehicle. 
• Be cautious and thorough when signing contracts.

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.