A few notes

Venus, the planet symbolizing love, affection, relations, our money and assets is still in Scorpio a sign that can be suspicious, deeply destructive at times, jealous, but also trans-formative and willing to unite with others. So we may see a few more days where people are cautious with money, suspicious of being unrealistically swept into a la-la land fantasy. This is good for influences are around that favor over indulgence. Money or even people that was previously unavailable may loosen up and start to flow by mid week. Still keep an eye on over exuberance but keep the flow going, our net worth is a means to an end it doesn't mean we are better or lesser people. On the other hand those who have been holding back may go for it.
Another happening this week is Uranus goes stationary/direct. This may be a quirky spontaneous influence that helps things suddenly happen or end- depending on the state of affairs to begin with. I sense this energy is reflected in the sad, sad shooting of 4 police officers here in the US today. While it's never just one planet that symbolizes potential events, though the effect of timing is often quite evident when these big "outer" planets change direction. Planets are neither good or bad, the actions reflected are a product of each individual.
There is emotional healing available, perhaps by way of expanding our thinking. Thinking more freely outside the box or just getting the mind out of a rut. Ideas may come suddenly, solutions and adjustments that were previously elusive may just pop into your mind. A sudden winter vacation may be in the wind before you know it. And if not literal, then it might be through reading or vicariously listening to others experiences. That is another Venus trait- the ability to truly hear what another is saying. Take time to do that more, ask questions that clarify if you hear what a person intended to say. This will make a difference. Sun still passes through Sag this time of year offering us faith and optimism, honesty and thinking big. Go for it! Wisely of course.

Take care, have fun!

-K

Turkey drug or real need for peace...

This day would be quirky and/or sleepy without the holiday as the sun and moon are ending a square to one another in mutable signs. Mutable signs are readying us for change but we are unsure yet what we want and therefore perhaps cannot ask. The two involved are Sag and Pisces. Together these call for truth and healing, some combination of those. If one is unable to call upon those factors then overdoing might come into play. Perhaps you overspent while doing online shopping? Had a little too much wine at the table today? Honesty is called for but gently please.
Underlying these effects is the cause of greater beingness and understanding. We have a longing to feel some of the unconditional love that makes this universe. Connecting with others in various ways is still high on our list for a few reasons. First we can only ever know ourselves in relation to others, second is that a sense of incompleteness can overwhelm us, understandably. Being inclusive rather than exclusive is always a good thing, but will be more productive when everyone is clear on the concepts involved and what each expects of the other(s).
Healing and understanding come from knowing our true nature. When we know that we can easily see what is real. We can see that there is often very little to forgive. We do not blame a blind person for not seeing a step, so we should strive to improve our knowledge of truth rather than create needless worry and confusion- a product of our very own mind.

Overall I recommend resting up for the moon is in Aries shortly and we can expect bursts of energy, rambunctiousness and for those getting to healing stages less quickly, you may have some passive aggression . Either way the next 2 + days are for instinctivly doing, finding the middle ground, new solutions, new ideas, who can help and how, and acting on them. All can be very well, there is no perfection, just being, doing, living. Peace out.

Sag sun- Truth or blarney?

Sun moves into Sagittarius today and this can indicate a lightening up. If you have churned the deep marshes for what need transformation during Scorpio then now horizons can begin to open up. While it's not like flipping a switch , a gradual stepping up may be noticed. Venus still occupies Scorpio so we may still have cautions, secrets or feelings of limitation but overall progress is happening. Our deeper needs have presented themselves recently and we are pressed to find good solutions, innovate, to be a little sharper. There may still be some drama to deal withor emotional hangovers but deal we must. Sag opens up the perspective for broader ideas, new teachings and learning, optimism.
There seems to be some lag between what our deepest self wants an our actualizing those desires. Things may still be in a sticky flow or void-like place. Best approaches will cut through the Bull**** and be realistic, even if it means delayed gratification. Presenting optimism is great as long as it is done honestly. Looking once again toward Thanksgiving Day here in the U.S.- Thursday the 26th, possibly a day earlier-- there seems to be an avenue of great expression availible, people will come across very animated. Beyond that there is an element of grace and higher love that just happens effortlessly. However if your general expression is unpleasant or perhaps blaming in some manner, then the benefit of this energy will escape the day, espescially if you effortlessly over-imbibe at the holiday table (just saying). I would expect good news in retailing for a sucessful "Black Friday" seeing that the pleasant aspect will put many people in a generous mood and ready and willing for some holiday retail therapy. Competition heats up towards the 28th. Wish lists may include items that folks feel will help them present themselves in a more self sufficient manner while remaining loyal to personal expression.

-K

Wanting it all, getting what you need.

Well Venus has been in Scorpio for a while now. We are digging down deep into the corners of our hearts to find our important values and also our needs. Venus is our assets, net worth, also self worth and relationship needs. These days can be bubbling with concerns or ideas in these areas and whether we feel good and secure with our current situation. Angles from Mars and then Neptune are making things interesting as well. Mars is firing up our drive toward relationship - whether that be a relationship with a new job/employer, lover, a new car or our earnings- whatever is on our agenda. Neptune on the other hand can push things over the top or even the opposite, completely take the wind out of our sails.

So what's the best course? Keeping in mind that Sun and Mercury are in Sagittarius, an optimistic and broad thinking sign. It seems this may fuel very eager thinking, perhaps even over-optimism or just outright fantasy. So be sure to understand which category your ideas lie. Also be sure not to promise more than is realistic or believe every sales pitch that comes along these days. Protect your assets and interests while also just being engaged with life, people are feeling fun and flirty. Chances for good progress in any of the mentioned areas are quite possible if our foundations are solid. So if you go shopping and aren't paying attention, you may find yourself returning a few things that may end up being a tad overindulgent.

Venus in Scorpio, with other factors, asks us to keep our feet on the ground while our head may sometimes be in the clouds. There can be some jealousy wafting around, perhaps "the grass is greener" effect ? Just be sure to ease up, scorpio energy can steam roll over and into what it wants rather than remembering a little tact can go a long way- diplomacy please! Watch for overindulgence in wine, women & song so to speak but also know that for the sincere of heart, goodness is present for us. This Thanksgiving time here in the U.S. seems to be lining up to be full of great affection and sharing with friends and/or family. There is a lot of truly selfless spirited energy to go around.

-K

Tidbits - coming soon....

In a day or 2 I'll talk about Venus' recent ingress to scorpio. She sextiles Pluto while Saturn squares. This suggests secret love and/or money issues. Time to stop secretly cheating at work! Karma is involved - good or bad. Some may be in for a shocking surpise. Protect online identity and purchases from fraud.

New moon on Nov. 16th. Always a good time to initiate thing to bear fruit later. Though Mercury enters Sagittarius also, so watch over-reporting the facts or storytelling.

Moon in Leo starts tommorow for 2.5 or so days so keep making the most out of shining as an individual without making others want to puke. Get it? , got it?, good! Talk soon!

Into the Flow- Inspiration or madness-- Neptune Direct

If you are sensitive you may notice a turning of the tide this week in an area. Neptune is in direct motion in the sign of Aquarius. This is a slow moving planet so things can often begin and unfold gradually over months. Neptune rules inspiration, dreams, confusion, delusion, fantasy, forces of nature, the actual ocean/tide, feelings of spirit, grace or divinity. We want and need to access that energy to get in touch with life, to move our spirit towards its purpose, and for healing, dreams, access to higher love and compassion. It symbolizes inspiration that seemingly comes from nowhere, being swept into one direction over another but significantly it also corresponds with loss of control or being less than able to steer a course of action. The spectrum can slip over to madness, substance abuse, chaos and dysfunction as so sadly witnessed in the shooting at the US military base today. The middle ground is to balance a loosening of ideas of complete perfection and control in order to keep a space open for the unknown to operate.
For the past several moths the planet has been in retrograde or seemingly backward motion. This may have given rise to a doubts over personal ability or desire to produce, achieve or maintain in some area or a lengthy time of reflection on just how to manage. Perhaps doubting your dreams or changing and upgrading them or doubting, reflecting and considering change in areas of dysfunction, considering what needs healing in your life with a neutral attitude, seeing through the fog of confusion. Now is the time that these things will progress. You may notice actual increase in the rememberance of your nightly dreams or something surrounding them changes. Doubts can clear, ideas refined, changes ready to implement. Solutions will become evident, which may be to give up fighting a loosing battle. Some will take on a new cause or spirituality.
Important to remember that if control is slipping in some area then consider that area up for review. Does it need more intervention or a breather? You may have no say in it, just be ok with letting go wherever this presents.  This could mean leaving a boring or negative situation for something better. Negatively some who are already in loss of control will lose even more, potentially due to trying to force the results they want against the tide. Prepare for some folks to abuse substances or it could be they finally get into rehab. For any of us, for better or worse, changes may just feel like a sacrafice or loss and some will no doubt experience such. Try to see that a retreat is not defeat especially if it improves the overall quality of your life. Accordingly we are reminded that everything is temporary in nature and endings are also a part of life.


namaste
~K

Taurus full moon tonight

Moon is full in the sign of Taurus. Reflecting all the intensity of the sun in Scorpio now the sign it is opposite from on the zodiac, even trivial matters can seem like life and death. If so then realize these are just symbols for a deeper struggle within us, see if you can recognize what's what. This pair reflects our values, worth, assets, self worth or inner dialog we have with ourselves. This prominently includes our ability to attract what we feel we need to get by and beyond that, turn our lives into something deeper, richer, happier or more satisfying.

With an angle from mars involved with this lunation cycle there can be underlying aggression or fear in matters of love or feeling cared for, or finances. Stay in a neutral corner if need be and watch out for any family feuds. There is also a physical side to these signs so issues of mating and sexuality can be in focus. What is important is to unite the real tangible elements of life with something transformational. The underlying sense is that we want to feel we are creating conditions that will allow us to feel essentially secure, valued and loved. This might be a new project, new job, love affair. The need to act upon this sense of need may feel overwhelming. If there are avenues of expression , great- take on that new assignment or goal, get together with the object of your attention.  Saturn's current transit asks us to be sure all our modes have the highest integrity now so it's not about demanding what you think you deserve but looking around to see if there are just rewards.

If these outlets aren't there then remember consequences before acting in haste, a secret affair or sudden displacement of anger to the wrong person can send your world reeling. For those inclined this is a good time for body/mind integration with things like yoga, meditation, or very physical activities that you harmonize your mind while doing. Swimming laps or saying a positive mantra while on a treadmill are some options.
Lastly there may actually be a seperation happening or a sudden realization that there is a big hole where you thought there was support which would bring up fears in these matters and if so then don't just sweep any emotions under the rug. I daresay you will be hard pressed to do so and will likely have to imbibe or otherwise use something to alter your mind should you try to force things away - remember that will only be a temporary fix . Talk things out with friends or loved ones and if you still find any lingering attachment to the negative then write it in a journal or otherwise use it in a personally expressive manner- poetry, singing, drawing,  etc. After that make a concrete plan to change whatever circumstance feel limiting to you. All the while loving yourself for all the good things you are. Write those down too!

-K