Jonathan Pearl - Star Pearls Column

Star Pearls 6*26*06

Holidays and Moon's nodes
Star*Watch
Straight to the Moon
Wandering Stars

Dear friends,

I always like to point out the obvious astrology connected with popular holidays. With the Sun in Gemini we have Memorial Day weekend, when just about everyone goes out of town. We learned from Homer's Odyssey that taking short trips is just what the Twins like to do (column here). Now with Sun in Cancer we have the 4th of July, a holiday as much about the typical Cancerian picnic and family get together as the USA.

But the most universal celebration doesn't take place in a specific month. Just about everyone everywhere acknowledges their birthday, which is when the Sun returns to the position it was at birth. Astronomical reality means astrological truth. We feel magnificent around our birthdays because the light is shining right on us.

But have you ever felt that the lead-up to the big day was more exciting than the day itself? Sometimes letdowns just happen, but this may be explained by the exact timing of the solar return. Due to the earth's movement usually the true astrological birth moment is earlier than our actual birthtime, and sometimes even a whole day ahead. I just celebrated a birthday over the weekend, and the solar return moment was a day before the numerical birthday. Perhaps this is because I'm aware of the energies, but the solar return day felt like the real party. There's a bright side - a great excuse for two cakes! :)

Now going deeper for the astrology literate, but even if you aren't fully versed this is an easier one to follow. Last week we all experienced a significant change, yet barely any other astrology column or website will mention it. In my book it is as important as Saturn changing signs if not more. What happened? The North node of the Moon moved from Aries into Pisces, and simultaneously the South node moved from Libra to Virgo. I've written about the Nodes in other columns but for new readers here are two quick comments. In Indian astrology they are viewed as powerful as planets if not more so (and I agree); and a respected Western astrologer of 35 years says they are as important as the Sun and Moon (again agree). Yet they remain hidden and out of sight from most calendars and commentaries in modern Western astro.

The North node amplifies, the South node dilutes. So at the very basic level, the past year and a half we have upped Aries energy and been compulsively independent and pioneering as we pursued new adventures and vigorous actions. And governments have been starting wars and building bombs. Now where we are going is Pisces - towards peace, arts, spirituality, connectedness. Our solitary adventures no longer appeal. We gotta get high (sugar wine music dancing sitting love) one way or another. No room for war in Pisces, so I'm glad to already see stories on troop reductions in Iraq.

The past year and a half of South node in Libra, particularly so in 2005, may have given unexplained lack of energy in all relationships. Good ones didn't seem as good, others were non-existent. Surely some individual charts will have other things happening, so this period might have brought wonderful experiences in partnerships for many. But the South node has a diminishing quality so I'm sure at least some of you can agree - the last year and a half was just not the same for romance and love. With the South node now in Virgo, it is our detail oriented perfectionist nature that is now a bit confused. What am I do with all these emails? I used to handle them before, now I'm tempted to trash the lot! Everything in order, who has time? Strip the details and let's make more time to meditate.

When we look to the mirror point system of antiscia things get even more interesting. The mirror point of the North node is in Libra, and the mirror point of the South node is in Aries. So these signs have done a double flip flop! Libra relationships have gone from addled to amped up, and independent Aries adventures have gone from the true calling to oh so unenlightened.

With the North node in Pisces and mirror point in Libra, the next year and a half is about spiritual evolution in partnerships. Normally I shy away from such new-agey language but this time it's really true. With the right partner our lives get better. How to tell who's right for you? I'll address this in a future Star Pearls.

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Sun * in Cancer. Messenger Mercury led the way into the sign of emotions a few weeks ago; now our essential life force orientation follows into the sign of deep. Thoughts and chatter won't matter as much - what are we feeling inside? What are we sensing from outside? With Sun in Cancer we pay more attention to our internal processes. We want genuine bonds or none at all. We eat well, enjoy nature's bounty and are entertained by flowers and birds. The trap of the crab - too many grouchy feelings! The Sun also has a special influence on Sundays, Wednesday nights and all Sun hours. For planetary days and hours at your location (highly recommended!), download freeware from ChronosXP.

Moon * New on 6/25, heading towards First quarter on Monday 7/3.

Monday 6/26 * Moon in Cancer. With Sun in Cancer we pay special attention to Queen Moon. First the phases: How did you feel on Saturday night 6/24, dark of the Moon? Did you notice endings & low energy? Compare this to Sunday after the new Moon - more hopeful, sensing fresh beginnings? Now you know - you'll experience a dark of the Moon and new Moon once a month for your entire life. Now watch the fresh energy before the 1st quarter, the action of the the 2nd quarter, the unbounded potential and charge of Full Moon, the sharing energy of the 3rd quarter, the letting go of 4th quarter. Along with the phases watch the signs - as regular readers know the Moon travels through the whole zodiac once a month. After that aspects. And if you are really astro curious compare the Moon to your own birth chart. Just watch what happens and learn.

Tuesday 6/27 * Moon in Cancer, into Leo 10:10 am. The Cancer Leo combo is a special one. Our orientation is on the insides, and our insides can feel glorious. We are especially intuitive today. Mercury soon to station in Cancer - our mind is so sensitive. We pick up on thoughts of others like hearing voices across a lake. What is far away is oh so close.

Wednesday 6/28 * Moon in Leo, Mercury into Leo. A more vigorous day as Moon moves towards action Mars all day. Our minds go from depth to show, from feelings to action, from quiet to bold. Watch colorful self expression in communication and me-me-me in conversation. Mercury Rx coming up, so back up computers now.

Thursday 6/29 * Moon in Leo, into Virgo 9:15 pm. Less charged than Wednesday but still positive. We love to flirt in relationships. If you love someone, let them know!

Friday 6/30 * Moon in Virgo, Sun trine Jupiter. Virgo Moon are productive and Sun connecting to Santa Jupiter has us thinking big. With Jupiter traveling backwards in his sleigh and held up by bad weather to boot, we may not be thinking as big as we possibly can, but still compared to recent energies this will be a vast improvement.

Saturday 7/1 * Moon in Virgo. Whoever takes the time to watch the Moon knows Virgo is good for getting things done. But Mercury is stationing in Leo, and what we want to do is shine and have the world adore us! A good day for self promotion.

Sunday 7/2 * Moon in Libra 10:05 am, Venus sextile Saturn. Today is all about partnerships. A part of us wants freedom to explore, another the stability of long term. The best relationships allow for both at least to some extent. A first step: keep the communication fresh and lively with your lover.

Have a stellar week!

Peace and love,
Jonathan Pearl

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Wandering Stars - the planets

Mercury * in Cancer, entering Leo. Mercury slows down in the sign of deep. We'll be thinking with our feelings - intuitive, perceptive, more aware of internal processes. Then for a few days we have Mercury roaring in Leo, sign of bold, gold and me-me-me. Mercury back in Cancer July 10 through August 10 due to ***retrograde July 4 to July 28.*** Mercury influences Wednesdays, Saturday nights and all Mercury hours.

Venus * in Gemini. We talk it up, love to read, and want a partner whose mind we can love. Venus in Gemini finds romance in bookstores, short trips here and there and most of all, love talk. Venus in Gemini through July 18.

Mars * in Leo. Men and other Mars folks in the sign of the lion - expect cock-sure braggadocio, self-expression, assertions of pride. Planets in Leo like to be noticed, so men will be dressing with flair. Yes we have drama, but the very best of Leo is courage. If someone crosses the lion or doesn't pay proper respects, watch out. Mars in Leo through July 22. Mars influences Tuesdays, Friday nights and all hours of Mars..

Jupiter * in Scorpio. Now retrograde, so some prosperity on hold while we pursue inner wisdom and riches. Jupiter in Scorpio blesses therapies, healing modalities, joint finance arrangements and amplifies our sexuality. Jupiter wants to do good, but in Scorpio functions by responding to others with some kind of attack. The energy: This might hurt, but it is for your own good and my own protection! Great regeneration and power is possible if we find the positive side of our deepest emotions. Jupiter here also benefits Aquarius (by antiscion) and sister water signs of Cancer and Pisces. Jupiter in Scorpio through November 2006. Jupiter influences Thursdays, Sunday nights and all Jupiter hours.

Saturn * in Leo. Now direct, so developments in some long term structures in life get moving again. Essential challenge to self expression. Color feels a bit much; we prefer black. The people revolt against the leaders. Anti-authoritarianism in many guises. A positive vision of this energy: we know the work we need to do and do it. Saturn in Leo September 2007. Saturn influences Saturdays, Tuesday nights and all Saturn hours.

Dragon's Head * in Pisces. We advance towards peace, arts and spirituality, and partnerships are also a must. Without the sweet embrace of love, substitutes can be not just an occasional indulgence but a routine.

Dragon's Tail * in Virgo. As placements go, this is a bit tough. The Dragon's Tail is like the tai-chi master doing quiet movements but little else. How does this function in the sign of accomplishment through detail & perfection? We let go of ways we are unnecessarily restrictive. Hard work is a virtue, but unless guided by a Pisces wholeness will never bring us true peace.

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