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The Summer Solstice is when the Sun reaches its zenith in the Northern Hemisphere. Take advantage of this extra light to shine it everywhere and look for the secrets you need to take out and repair. The prevailing energies at this time allow us to loosen the grip that long-standing life situations may have on us.

 

Mars in Leo (pride expressed as respect or disrespect) has passed over the South Node of the Moon (comfortable habit patterns from childhood and past lives that get in the way of the relationships you want), which is currently residing at the focal point of an inspirational Yod (extreme focus of energy for change/healing) Don’t allow pride or a judgmental attitudes get in the way of what needs to be done.

 

Jupiter and Uranus are pushing for adjustment while the North Node (future, life’s purpose) keeps company with Neptune and Chiron and every planet at this time being involved with some kind of changing energy gives additional boost to this opportunity to “Let Go and Grow.”

 

Leo, a fixed sign, can help to burn off the dross as it is released. Do draw on Leo’s pride to stand up and become all you can be.

 

Neptune is in Aquarius in the air energy of this fixed sign and has held the web of life still long enough for us to have a good look at the illusion surrounding us.

 

Note: At 4:17 pm on the 20th of May 2008 The United Astrological Conference meeting, in Denver took a vote, in a near unanimous show of hands it was agreed, we believe Pluto is a planet. I believe Pluto and his life long traveling companion Charon are a binary planet system complete with moons, Nix and Hydra. I believe these two to be the Dynamic Duo. Pluto brings transformation. Recently he has pulled off one of the biggest transformations of our times revealing the duality at the edge of our thoughts. As we become comfortable with the idea of his shape shifting nature, the doorway to a greater world beyond will open to us.

 

This month, as the Dynamic Duo roam back toward the Galactic Core, is open to the pull for change and new awareness of the options available that this Gigantic Energy makes possible. Pluto has an intense influence now to release the burdens of the past and let the river carry them away. So, lighten up as you step into the Ferryman’s boat because, when you reach the far shore, you become free to enjoy life.
 
 

Viewing the Night Sky
 

This month blesses us with two Meteor showers, neither promises great viewing, but the possibility is available.  Mid June look east by northeast in the evening twilight.  Locate Lyra, the instrument used by Orpheus to charm his way through the underworld.  By early morning Lyra will be over head.  Five days either side of the 15th you have a chance to catch a fallen star, moonlight allowing.

 At the end of the month we may be able to check out the Bootes shower if our paths cross.  Bootes is as high over head as the sunsets.  If we make the rendezvous this year, these slow moving shooting stars will carry us from the end of the Lyrids shower through the 4th of July.

  • Although Venus will be visiting the Pleiades (The Seven Sisters) mid-month, we will not be able to view this event as it is taking place within the light of the Sun.

  • On the 7th we can look to see Diana our moon traveling with Mars, at 8:38 PM CDT she will move in front of Mars.  This is an occultation as they are in complete alignment.

  • On the 9th Saturn and Diana will be stepping out in the Night sky for a brief soiree.  Here in the presence of the King Star Regulus.

  • Jupiter appears late in the night sky.  Look for him on the 19th as he and Diana look down and bless us on this Solstice Eve.

  • Towards the end of the month in the predawn hours you may be able to catch a glimpse of Neptune and Uranus in the morning sky.  Look to the southern horizon.

  • On the last days of the month it may be possible to see Mercury rising just before Ol’Sol.

Planetary Progress

 

The Dynamic Duo (Pluto/Charon) re-enter Sagittarius on the 14th just after Mid-night. As the South Node experiences a transit from Mars in Leo this may not be the most comfortable of times but it will have the effect of transparency. If you are looking for your hidden motivations this Fathers Day weekend may provide you with more than a trip down memory lane. Even if the Scorpio Moon drags you into the heart of darkness, do not despair there is so much Gemini energy floating around it will be near impossible to stay there.

 

Venus enters Cancer on the 18th highlighting all the values of Cancer, security, home, family. With the bustle of activity around this one has to ponder the amount of work it may take to keep this lovely lady happy as she reviews the home front. Take notice she has her task master shoes on, a sure sign it is time to dig in and get the work done.

 

Sun enters Cancer on the 21st. Ingress into Cancer marks the Summer Solstice. The aspects provided at this time will have effect until the Autumn Equinox. These all appear to be very beneficial to progressing with our present schedule and bringing some projects to a completion.

 

Midsummer’s Eve is three days (24th) after the Solstice. Legends say it is the one night you increase your odds of catching a glimpse into the Fairy Realms. If you have an Ash tree to sit under this will further facilitate your chances of seeing past the veil, many swear a food offering provides an acceptable bribe.

 

(The Center has a huge Arizona Ash tree. Join us on this Tuesday, June 24th, just after dark to look for the Fairies. Such a large tree should have quite a few. We have some wine to share, which should help with the viewing.)
 

PLANETARY Motion

Mercury resumes apparent direct motion on the 19th at 13° Gemini.  Things will begin to stabilize as the winged messenger proceeds through his home territory throughout June and well into July.  As Mercury reorients himself he turns in time to see Ol’ Sol watching the Dynamic Duo gazing into the center of our Galaxy and survey the Mysteries hidden there.  Sol will make his arrival at the Galactic Center for Christmas on 2012.  Although he has made this trip many times before it is always a different experience.  Meditate with this alignment perhaps this energy will open new vista to you.

 Uranus begins apparent retrograde motion on the 27th at 22° Pisces according to Marc Edmund Jones and the work he did with Elsie Wheeler this is a degree of Sensitivity.  When put to positive use this degree offers exceptional ability in shaping every immediate aspect of life to a personal convenience.  Handy?  But should this energy have a negative spin, instability and a confused perspective are potential pitfalls. Between now and the end of November we have the option to make those micro adjustments that will help to harness our inner mastery.  Let this energy guide you to find those places that need tweaking and those that are perfect just as they are.
 

 
The New Moon is June 3rd 2:23 PM CDT, 13° degrees 34"of Gemini
 

This may be a Super Moon when Diana is so close you can reach out and touch her, but she has chosen to arrive in her Ninja suit so you may have to hunt around to find her.

Meanwhile under the dark of the Moon, Venus, who is visiting with Diana at this time, is planning to hook up with the retrograding trickster Mercury, Friday and Saturday.  Who knows what they are preparing by the dark of the moon?  Chances are some changes are in the making.  If this is your experience roll with it.  Now is the perfect time to try something new.  The energy is light enough to carry you through.  If you spread your wings it may even feel like flying.


The Full Moon June 18th 12:30 PM CDT 27° 49" of Sagittarius

 

A Full Moon meditation offers a chance to highlight the activities of the Galactic Core by dwelling on the limitless possibilities. How high can your imagination soar? Remember that as you explore far, to send that grounding cord and appropriate energy back into the earth to ground yourself in this reality. With The Dynamic Duo in opposition to Venus as she moves into Cancer, worldly concerns will be on our minds also helping us to stay grounded. This gives us the structure we need to propel ourselves into the larger world that awaits us.

  

Check your chart for numbers and signs that are activated.
 

Dianna: Our Moon

Direct: Forward motion

Dynamic Duo: Pluto and Charon

GC: Galactic Core

Occult: When the moon eclipses a planet

Orb
When two or more heavenly bodies are close enough to be considered an aspect

Perfect:  Become exact

Retrograde:  When an object in space arrives at a point in its orbit that gives the impression of reverse motion.

Station:  Appears to stop and stand still before changing direction.

Storm:  When a planet moves at its slowest speed

Via Combust:   The Burning path, 15 Libra-15 Scorpio, events often speed up here.

Modes:             Cardinal: Aries, Cancer, Libra, Capricorn

                          Fixed: Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, Aquarius

                          Mutable: Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, Pisces

Elements:        Fire: Aries, Leo, Sagittarius

                          Earth: Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn

                          Air: Gemini, Libra, Aquarius

                         Water: Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces

 

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Thank you, Debra