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Uranus: Shattered Glass

Published on 2012-12-20 06:15:00

Recently my son (7) tripped on the carpet when he was running to get his PS3 controller and knocked a cup forward breaking the glass shelf unit into broken fragments of glass. On the day this happened transiting Mercury in accidental Sagittarius squ

Saturn-Pluto Aspects

Published on 2012-12-13 06:01:00

Those with Saturn conjunct, square or opposite Pluto often find that some form of intense frustration in the area/s where these planets are placed natally is strongly felt. A part of life is usually blocked and this could be due to a variety of reaso

The Christina Yangs of Astrology

Published on 2012-12-12 01:46:00

I am totally hooked on Grey's Anatomy and I'm up to season 4. A character on the show, Cristina Yang, is one of my faves and she seems to be a big hit with viewers. What's funny about her is that when a big catastrophe like a trainwreck, apartment ex

The Sun: Finding Who You Really Are

Published on 2012-12-11 03:21:00

I was watching a U.K episode of Being Human and one the main character's said this: "When you find out who you really are, that's when you begin to live life." It is something that I thought went incredibly well with the core meaning of the astrologi

Mars transiting Pluto - Bloody Transit

Published on 2012-12-10 04:14:00

Remind me when transiting Mars aspects my kids Pluto to wrap them up in cotton wool, because each time it has resulted in a horrible wound. My eldest (7) was headbutted by his little brother (1) by accident on the nose which resulted in a gush of blo

Mutable t-square - Mercury-Jupiter-Neptune = Scrambled Networks

Published on 2012-12-10 03:42:00

Hi, Sorry for having no posts for the last few weeks the problems on this end have been chaotic. Internet was cut off for a while due to partner not paying the bill, then after it was paid the line went out for a week. On top of this we have been cal

Leona is Not Shy: Confession of an Aries

Published on 2012-11-02 03:26:00

I was watching an interview of Leona Lewis talking about her new album and she was asked what the biggest misconception about her was and Leona said: "I think a big misconception is that I'm shy, cause I 'm not shy [laughs], but I feel like people ta

Computer is Acting Weird

Published on 2012-11-01 05:51:00

My laptop is not in great working order at the moment and I think it's on the way out. It has been going kind of haywire and clicks everything randomly all over the page at once, and after restarting it causes it to beep loudly, and the motor is runn

Uranus Transits: How to Recognize One

Published on 2012-11-01 02:39:00

Uranus is the planet of revolution, change, breaking old patterns, and is the part of us that is original, inventive and rebellious. We feel the need to break free of limitations and to free ourselves so that we can explore other things in our lives.

Happy Halloween - Daughter of the Night

Published on 2012-10-31 06:35:00

Happy Halloween! We are officially in Scorpio's territory. We have fun with spooky costumes, wear disguises, and play trick or treat. My little boy asked me if this Halloween I was going to turn off the front light and pretend I wasn't home again ;-p

Hurricane Sandy: Uranus square Pluto

Published on 2012-10-30 02:57:00

Hurricane Sandy is being called a Super-Storm and it's probably no surprise to many to have these winds (Uranus) so powerful (Pluto) under the ongoing cardinal square between Uranus and Pluto. On my pinterest account there are some articles on astrology and storms that may be of interest. The Hurricane has caused chaotic scenes with buildings torn down and apartments left completely exposed.

Behind the Music: The Transits of Success

Published on 2012-10-09 03:50:00

Here are some astrological insights into three of my favourite albums of the year so far. First up is Carly Rae Jepsen's - Kiss. The Canadian singer has blown up internationally this year with the single 'Call Me Maybe' gaining over 200 million views on you tube, and hitting number 1 around the world, selling over 8 million copies. Jepsen's transits for sudden, instant and massive success show

Venus-Uranus Aspects

Published on 2012-10-08 06:14:00

Those with Venus conjunct, square or opposite Uranus have a powerful need for emotional excitement in love. The social nature of this contact is sparkling, fascinating, and electric, and this magnetic quality is often seen through their choice of dress, style and manner. Many Venus-Uranus people are quite popular because there is something different, liberating and unusual about the

Saturn in Sagittarius

Published on 2012-10-07 10:17:00

Those born with Saturn in Sagittarius have a serious desire to study, philosophize and travel. However there is a certain pain, fearfulness and frustration connected with their trusting, optimistic and faithful nature. Saturn feels it has to try hard to prove himself in the academic world. Saturn in this position  may want to test themselves through education, science or religion. The

Saturn-Neptune Aspects

Published on 2012-10-07 07:25:00

When Saturn is conjunct, square or opposite Neptune in the natal chart it helps to ground the inspirations, dreams and longings into some kind of practical form. The immense creativity, imagination and symbolic life of Neptune is anchored by Saturn into something tangible. Saturn can repress, frustrate and block the inner chaotic world of Neptune and it can leave them with a feeling of

Sagittarius: Hot Right Now!

Published on 2012-10-06 14:15:00

Do you ever wonder if certain songs are given to the right artist? Perhaps the universe has a way of pulling the strings so that a singer with an astrological chart to the fit the lyrics is chosen. Singer Rita Ora sings the latest offering by DJ Fresh called Hot Right Now. Astrologically Ora has the Sun, Mercury and Venus in Sagittarius a positive, masculine sign, ruled by Jupiter. The symbol

Pinterest Craze: Neptune in Pisces

Published on 2012-10-05 23:42:00

I have added a button to the side of the blog for those who want to follow The Astrology Place on pinterest. The pinterest site is something solely focused on photography, images and art. It is meant to be a purely visual site. It has become massively successful under the recent transit of Neptune entering its own sign of Pisces. Astrologically Neptune rules photography, drawings and

Unconsciousness of the Moon

Published on 2012-10-05 06:25:00

In astrology the Moon rules the subconscious mind and its habit patterns it is the part of us that retains memory on an automatic level. It is through the Moon that we never forget how to ride a bike. It's also why the South Node and its symbolic connection to the Moon has a hard time dropping old patterns and learning how to form new ways of acting in the world. Often we are not aware of the

Daily Horoscopes: Includes Badly Made D.I.Y Video

Published on 2012-10-05 04:02:00

My boyfriend has a bad habit of reading back his Sun sign horoscope to me ;-p. I am not uptight about general astrology and can have fun with the zodiac signs. The bigger problem is that I haven't really explained to him about astrology prediction. If he really wanted a daily forecast I could have offered him a more precise interpretation of the days ahead through the use of the minor transits.

Medium - Sun Trine Pluto

Published on 2012-09-23 11:58:00

I have been watching the boxset of Medium starring Patricia Arquette on the U.S version of Netflix. I live in the U.K and can't do without American television shows like Vampire Diaries, Supernatural, and Pretty Little Liars. I am enjoying the series so far and there is a humorous dialogue between Allison and her husband that is really watchable, and I like how they struggle with the balancing

Pluto in 11th House

Published on 2012-09-23 10:12:00

Those with Pluto in the 11th house may find intense emotional experiences through groups, friendships, and society at large. The death or loss of friends can affect these people deeply. A crisis of some kind could lead these individuals to take up a cause, and fight for social change in some area. The individual may wish to transform society to knock it down and rebuild it from scratch. These

Saturn in Pisces

Published on 2012-09-12 15:44:00

Those with Saturn in Pisces can be caught in a psychological ocean of secret dreams, the psychic realm and their imagination. The deeper levels of the subconscious can make them feel vulnerable and defenceless. It is important for them to find some time alone, as they have the poets thirst for love, unity, and beauty. Saturn in Pisces fears the inner chaos and need to go within, but are afraid

Saturn in Gemini

Published on 2012-09-12 13:03:00

Those with Saturn in Gemini need to learn and seek knowledge and to communicate clearly and fight the need to control communication for a sense of security. The defensive nature of Saturn can show through rigid thinking, intellectual doubts and difficulty in opening up to others and sharing ideas. These individuals are mastering lessons in using their mind efficiently and believe they have

Venus-Jupiter Aspects: LMFAO

Published on 2012-09-11 04:11:00

At the weekend transiting Venus formed a conjunction to my natal Jupiter in Leo. I waited to see what kind of goodies it would bring because these aspects are thought to be spoiled by luck. It was during my Venus-Jupiter transit that we managed to get hold of some extra money and headed over to the fair and arcade with our two boys and had a really good time (LMFAO). It has been hard in the

Dannion Brinkley: Sudden Psychic Awakening - Sun Square Uranus and a Grand Water Trine

Published on 2012-09-05 07:21:00

On the 17th September 1975 Dannion Brinkley was struck by lightening while using the telephone in his home. It was reported that he was left dead for 28 minutes, and after coming back he described visions of an afterlife. Dannion claims he was left with special abilities, clairvoyant and psychic gifts, and has given the following prophecies he received in 1975. When he was struck by lightning

Saturn in Scorpio

Published on 2012-08-30 13:38:00

Those with Saturn in Scorpio have deep fears and vulnerabilities, and these are defence mechanisms against emotional dominance. The individual creates a sense of security by holding on tightly to everything and everyone. Scorpio is grouped as a negative/fixed/water sign, so they feel things deeply, have powerful emotions, and their nature can be very dark and broody. However, Saturn placed

Sun Square Saturn (Fixed) Between a Rock and a Hard Place

Published on 2012-08-30 02:46:00

The film documentary 127 hours is based on the true story of Aron Ralston who after a fall in the Utah desert while rock climbing was forced to amputate his arm after a boulder had fallen and trapped his hand. You can read the full story here about his efforts to stay alive. Aron was born with Sun in Scorpio a sign known for its strong survival instincts, intense and focused energy. In Aron's

Saturn in Cancer

Published on 2012-08-29 15:26:00

Those with Saturn in Cancer have deep emotional fears of abandonment, loss and loneliness. The family may dominate over their life, and the individual is extremely sensitive to rejection and may establish bonds early on to help alleviate their anxiety. Building a home, and starting a family are important aspects in most people's life. In astrology Cancer represents the nest, home and hearth,

Mars-Saturn Synastry

Published on 2012-08-29 14:24:00

Those with Mars-Saturn contacts in synastry may have the most difficult of all the relationship aspects to deal with. These planets are considered the bad guys in traditional astrology. However these relationships often involve powerful sexual attractions. Why then do Mars-Saturn contacts appear with such frequency when a serious emotional involvement occurs, perhaps more than the Venus-Mars

Mars in Taurus

Published on 2012-08-29 13:28:00

Those with Mars in Taurus have strong practical resources, and physical energies. Once they achieve their desires they are enduring. Mars here is stable, but can lack flexibility and have a strong stubborn streak, and they express their will and desires in a determined way. Stephen Arroyo said that Mars in Taurus men are often the sole material providers in the relationships. The sign where

Sun Trine Saturn

Published on 2012-08-29 09:05:00

Those with Sun Trine Saturn in aspect have a natural drive for achievement and are practical, focused and do not waste their energy, and will use their resources quite effectively. The person is often attracted to positions of authority and are modest about their success. Having a career is a very important part of their life and gives them a sense of life-direction, purpose and a goal. The

The Astrology of Hurricanes and Uranus-Pluto Aspects

Published on 2012-08-29 01:46:00

If you are wondering about the astrology of the current hurricanes, and other recent weather events I will be keeping pins for mundane astrology on my pinterest account. You will find astrology articles combined with news reports. It is a good tool for grabbing the latest headlines for the astrology of the moment. Uranus-Pluto - Hurricanes, politics and rebellion Neptune in Pisces - Floods,

Pluto = Survival

Published on 2012-08-27 03:33:00

A programme called Surviving Disaster is presented by Navy Seal Cade Courtly and puts people in the worst case scenarios of various disasters. The series is interesting and offers the best advice on staying alive in situations that involve plane hijacking, fire, and home invasion. Astrologically Cade's chart is not a surprise and shows a square aspect between the Sun and Pluto. There is also a

The Astrology Place on Pinterest

Published on 2012-08-21 00:55:00

I finally joined pinterest the massively growing site of pictures, things we like and other items we find interesting. However, it is very addictive lol. I signed up last night and cannot stop pinning things. I need to attend a pinterest anonymous group for addicts like myself. It is a good way of organizing posts from the blog into different topics with pictures, articles and videos. Click

The Latest Neptune Transits to Hit the Celebs...Deception...Forgiveness...and Tears: Kristen Stewart and Rihanna

Published on 2012-08-20 07:20:00

As an enthusiastic astrology student who has been taking notes on transiting Neptune through the watery sign of Pisces aspecting the mutable planets, and stalking the lives of celebrities, there have been some interesting developments already. I take a real in interest in people as human beings and being naturally inclined to study an individual's character and conflicts by using the tool of

Mars and Burns

Published on 2012-08-12 06:32:00

I recently watched the documentary (again) featuring Katie Piper the budding model and aspiring t.v presenter who wanted to base her career in the media. However in 2008 her life was changed forever when the man she was dating raped her and arranged for an accomplice to throw sulphuric acid in her face. Katie was left facially scarred and blind in one eye. The attacker, David Lynch, had

Venus-Pluto: "You want a love that consumes you, you want passion and a little bit of danger."

Published on 2012-08-11 11:02:00

The above quote on the title of this post is taken from an episode of the Vampire Diaries it was something Damon said to Elena in describing what kind of love he thought she was looking for. It struck me how Plutonian it sounded and it's not just Venus-Pluto aspects that feel this kind of consuming passion. Astrologers also look at Pluto aspecting the luminaries (Sun and Moon) or Pluto placed in

The Emancipation of Katie

Published on 2012-07-10 03:45:00

On the news this morning it appears that Tom and Katie have already come to a deal. Tom keeps his money and Katie keeps full custody of their daughter. I had a look at her transits for this divorce and there are a couple of very interesting movements in her horoscope worth noting. However, before we move forward to her present day transits it is useful to go back in time and see what was

Moon-Saturn Synastry

Published on 2012-07-09 06:31:00

Those with Moon-Saturn aspects in synastry show feelings of deep responsibility for one another. However, this contact can be an emotionally frustrating one at times. Many people stay in these situations for a long time carrying feelings of rejection, isolation, and sometimes loneliness. A feeling of un-comfortableness can happen in this relationship and a sense of being blocked or controlled

Skylar Grey - Under the Microscope

Published on 2012-07-07 01:02:00

Super Confidence and Super Insecurities I was looking at albums released for 2012 in search of some new music to listen to and found Skylar Grey has a new record coming out soon. Not knowing who she was I headed off to You Tube and found a video called "Dance Without You" I read the comments underneath and this one clicked with me. When I first heard this song I thought she was talking

Saturn in 2nd House

Published on 2012-07-06 05:45:00

Those with Saturn in the 2nd  house often have a fear of poverty, and sometimes in childhood material possessions were seriously lacking, but there is also a distinct mistrust of everything that could offer security. They have a terrible anxiety about losing what they own, and feel criticized and judged by others for their material belongings and the personal values and beliefs they hold.

Saturn in 5th House

Published on 2012-07-06 02:11:00

Those with Saturn in the 5th house often feel that their ability to self-create is somehow blocked, and this may reflect some psychological conflict that stops them creating effectively. This will influence all their individual means of personal expression. This includes romance, artistic pursuits, enjoyment, hobbies and children. These people may also believe they are unlovable and the sense

Sun Trine Neptune

Published on 2012-07-04 01:33:00

Those with the Sun Trine Neptune show talents in a variety of artistic and creative fields such as dance, poetry, literature and drama for they like to inspire and be inspired. The spiritual path of mysticism also channels their energy and sometimes there is something of the mystique about their personality. The path of service is often a route easily taken as these people are highly

Another Earth

Published on 2012-07-03 06:24:00

I was watching the sci-fi film Another Earth at the weekend and it has a gripping storyline, one that has your mind thinking about all sorts of possibilities in the universe. The main plot of the story involves another world being discovered that is just like ours, and the people on it are identical to us. Along with there being another earth comes the stark realisation that there is another

Tom and Katie Divorce

Published on 2012-07-02 05:15:00

Sad news about the divorce, but I kind of feel annoyed that Tom is seeking sole custody of his daughter, Suri. Here are Part 1 and Part Two of their synastry charts. If I grab time I will look at the transits, but I hate promising anything as I need to find a a way to organise my time better to get my posts written. The links are there if you click on Part 1 and Part 2 above, but the links

Sun Trine Uranus

Published on 2012-07-02 04:59:00

Those with Sun Trine Uranus possess a high source of creativity and inspiration on tap and have an endless well of ideas streaming through their consciousness. They are usually magnetic, dynamic and have some genius talents. Moreover, they are what we call the idealists in our world, and their Uranian insight is often crafted into art, scientific or social pursuits. The trine aspect between

Moon in 2nd House

Published on 2012-06-22 06:00:00

Those with the Moon in the 2nd house have an essential need for material and financial security. The individual's emotional well-being is often dependent on stability. The person may feel more secure surrounded by their home comforts and possessions. Stressful aspects to the Moon (square and opposition) may show bouts of insecurity in childhood around the feeling of having enough. The area of

Saturn in 6th House

Published on 2012-06-21 06:00:00

Those with Saturn in the 6th house often have limitations, fears and inhibitions within the working environment. This means that crippling insecurities, anxieties and blockages will be experienced in the general ordering and efficiency of their daily lives. A serious attitude to work and health is also indicated, and quite often there is frustration with one's job and it may feel like a

Sun Square Pluto

Published on 2012-06-20 14:47:00

Those with Sun square Pluto are very passionate, and sometimes dangerously so. And this very very very passionate nature may refer to interests about work, music, literature, religion, politics, for a woman or a man. When they are involved in something there is a great use of emotion, and they become attached to a belief a person or an idea. A lust for something, and usually intense longing

Saturn Maturity: Astro Quote

Published on 2012-06-20 03:15:00

Integral to this reaping and sowing of Karma is the process of Maturation as, through the agency of Time, you deal with the material, emotional, mental and spiritual challenges that Life presents you with, just as Gravity bears down upon all who live on Earth. Maturation is effectively the gaining of Objectivity concerning life issues, so that you are no longer prey to subjective and childlike

Jupiter in Sagittarius

Published on 2012-06-05 19:02:00

Those with Jupiter in Sagittarius have philosophical pursuits, and love to explore the answers to everything. Isabel Hickey said that Jupiter holds the secret to living life fully. And there is an especially strong inclination for this combination to search for purpose, meaning and significance in life. They seek growth through a broader understanding stimulated by travel and increased

Moon in 6th House

Published on 2012-06-05 15:38:00

Those with the Moon in the 6th house find that they are affected by their emotional states at work, and they often need to find security in their daily routines. The instinctive urge to function effectively, and live a healthy life, feeling useful to others, is likely to be a priority. Wherever the Moon is placed in our chart is where our feelings tend to fluctuate and when the lunar aspect of

Moon conjunct Pluto

Published on 2012-06-03 17:27:00

Those with the Moon conjunct Pluto are deep feeling individuals whose emotions are so intense that others may be subject to their jealousy, secretive nature, and be drawn into their self-controlled personality. Many times the person involves themselves in magnetic attractions that are profoundly sexual and totally compelling, and they don't take them lightly, either. They need partners to

Saturn in 3rd House

Published on 2012-05-29 05:14:00

Those with Saturn in the 3rd house may have difficulty with communication and they are not always the most spontaneous person when it comes to the area of learning, and everyday small-talk. The individual doesn't have much love for light-hearted topics and they can be very serious minded indeed, often disliking any form of superficiality. The mind may have great depth and concentration in the

Venus-Pluto-Astrology-Quote

Published on 2012-05-28 14:01:00

This leads to the essential meaning of Pluto-Venus interchanges: the potential to transform one's entire approach to love and relationship.In this transformative process, old values are destroyed and relationships inhibiting transformation are either terminated or are themselves transformed into a new level of authenticity. The understanding of "pleasure" and "happiness" becomes refined - 

Dear Neptune - You are not Allowed to Feel my Guilt

Published on 2012-05-28 06:51:00

I have been watching the Vampire Diaries for the first time. I heard it was a popular American show and finally decided to give it a go. In season one there is an interesting episode where we find out how Damon was turned into a Vampire, and there is a discussion that ensues with his brother, Stefan, about him feeling guilty about everything that has happened. Damon says to his brother: " You

Mercury Trine Pluto

Published on 2012-05-28 05:21:00

Those with Mercury trine Pluto tend to think about things in a deeper way than most people, and with added depth and concentration they are good at keeping secrets and being very careful about what they say and to whom.  Mercury trine Pluto stimulates the ability to look below the surface of life to find their answers. They are usually extremely accurate mini-psychologists and zoom in on other

Neptune in 6th House

Published on 2012-05-25 04:56:00

Those with Neptune in the 6th house, commonly referred to as the house of service may feel helpless at times when it comes to the daily mill of life and find it hard to deal with practical matters. Perhaps they live in a habitually untidy and disorganised space, and feel swamped by details, work and health matters. Neptune is the path of least resistance and some of these individuals might even

Mercury and Youth: Daily Astro Quote

Published on 2012-05-25 03:00:00

We all have a divine child inside us - a part of us which is forever young and open to life no matter what our age. (And if you recall my lecture on the Moon, we also have "a hurt and angry child" in us, but that's not our concern right now.) Again, I would refer to Mercury's house an area of life in which we are meant to stay young, open and childlike in the best sense of the word. So be true

Does the Libra Man Really want a Barbie Doll?

Published on 2012-05-24 04:26:00

I was reading an interesting quote from Born on a Rotten Day by Hazel Dixon Cooper and she believes: "The Libra man is an idealistic dreamer who believes in world peace and fair play. He will take you to the most expensive restaurant..He wants a Barbie Doll to cook, clean, and entertain his endless procession of casual friends. He's superficial. A Libra man prefers beauty to substance and

The Astrology of the Wounded Child

Published on 2012-05-23 16:08:00

I was reading The Astrology of Family Dynamics and the author stated this: "Her horoscope shows the mark of the wounded child; we never know when the wound will occur, and how, but when it does it creates an opportunity for the child to turn inward and deepen her contact with a more serious side of herself." I have never understood how astrologers see something like this so clearly in a chart.

Titanic 100th - Astrology

Published on 2012-04-23 19:13:00

I visited the Maritime museum on the 100th anniversary of Titanic’s sinking with my two boys. The photo is of my eldest son, Nathan, dressed up as Captain of the ship. The sinking of the Titanic is one of the greatest tragedies in history, and the astrology of this gigantic boat and its fall to the bottom of the ocean is difficult to interpret. Nobody could look at the charts of the people on

Saturn in Synastry

Published on 2012-03-18 00:28:00

Some relationships challenge us to greater challenges and greater growth. With Saturn aspects in synastry there is always a sense of solid commitment, duty and responsibility in the partnership and when somebody’s Saturn is on our personal planet/s it can give us a grounded feeling in that relationship. Sometimes the commitment to one another in Saturn coloured relationships involves something

South Node in Capricorn - North Node in Cancer

Published on 2012-03-02 03:05:00

Those with the South Node in Capricorn and North Node in Cancer may have devoted themselves totally to a career and have been a compulsive worker. Perhaps in the past the individual was emotionally closed, inhibited and success orientated. The South Node in Capricorn may have also been on a sort of status trip. This axis can be the one of a good provider, and from the South Node point of view a

South Node Gemini - North Node Sagittarius

Published on 2012-03-02 00:41:00

Those with the South Node in Gemini and North Node in Sagittarius present an individual with a pure intellectual being. Various forms of education appeal and this person in pervious lifetimes spent much time in intellectual and communicative activities. The individual may have collected lots of data and be very knowledgeable, possessing many skills. The reading, writing, information gathering

Sun-Neptune Synastry Aspects

Published on 2012-02-29 04:20:00

This article discusses Sun conjunct Neptune, Sun Square Neptune, Sun Opposite Neptune and Sun Trine Neptune aspects in Synastry. Sun-Neptune contacts often show a great sensitivity towards one another and it is a fantastic romantic contact to have, but there are impossible expectations. The aspect can encourage dependency and an unrealistic idealization of the other partner and they may be

8th House Astrology - Shedding Light on Intimate Relationships

Published on 2012-02-28 07:09:00

The 8th house in astrology represents a dark place, and at some point in our lives we will all feel those shadowy moments. Yet, we fear letting our darker sides show and feel paranoid that others will say there is something ‘wrong’ with us. In astrology the eighth house contains secrets which are hidden, stashed away in the dark. Astrologer Sidney Randall points out that “few people like to read

North Node - The Road Less Travelled

Published on 2012-02-28 00:44:00

The North Node in astrology is said to represent the path we need to travel in this lifetime. Some astrologers believe the nodes are so important that they read them first before attempting to analyse the rest of the birth-chart. The Nodes in astrology are often called the axis of fate or destiny. We may even view it as a kind of past-future partnership where the individual is headed somewhere

Minor Transits: Keeping a Diary

Published on 2012-02-08 12:25:00

Remember I advised everyone to write out their minor transits and jot down anything important happening related to the symbology of the planets involved. I didn’t do it, did you?. I am one of those annoying people that don’t follow their own advice. This week my interest in the minor transits to the astrological birth chart has been sparked again. Transiting Mars in Virgo opposed my natal Moon

Pisces Hidden Rooms

Published on 2012-02-08 04:12:00

We know Neptune, Pisces and the 12th house rule over our longings, secret dreams, and creativity. As Tracey Marks would put it: “Your Secret Self” belongs to the twelfth house. I think it's time to explore Pisces Hidden Rooms.  Lately, I have been having a recurring dream of being at home and finding extra rooms hidden away. I find it exciting and wonder what I could create in those rooms with

Mars-Saturn: You Wouldn't Like Me When I'm Angry

Published on 2012-01-31 06:27:00

You wouldn’t like me when I ‘m angry, is something David Bruce Banner would say on the television series The Incredible Hulk. David lost his wife in a car crash and as a scientist he wanted to discover the secret to super-human-strength in the face of crisis. Astrologically the man who plays David Banner has Mars conjunct Saturn in his horoscope. Mars-Saturn aspects describe a life

Neptune in Pisces: The Split Between Heaven and Earth

Published on 2012-01-31 03:26:00

Neptune will re-enter Pisces on February 3rd, 2012 and we will see this beautiful oceanic planet influence mundane events, through fashion, movies and music. During its transit through its own sign of the fishes we are interested in the world that existed before birth and the one we will see after death. We want to be able to grasp the larger picture, and there is a hopeless split between body

Thanks for the Donations

Published on 2012-01-28 04:34:00

I just want to say a big thanks for the donations. I haven't checked my emails for a long time, and it was lovely to be notified of such generous donations. Every penny does help keep the site going and I appreciate every bit of help through donations, links to the site, and facebooking. Thank you, Julie :-)

Moon-Mercury Aspects - The Ugly Truth

Published on 2012-01-24 05:53:00

This article contains information on Moon conjunct Mercury, Moon square Mercury, and Moon opposite Mercury. For a more in-depth interpretation refer to this post Moon-Mercury Aspects. Pssst…, yeah you, come here…Want to know the ugly truth about Moon-Mercury aspects? They just so neeeeeeeed (Moon) to write/talk about everything. You think I am being excessive and talking behind their backs and

Sun Conjunct Venus - The Ugly Truth

Published on 2012-01-16 05:57:00

My sister has Sun conjunct Venus and is the only one in our family who we call “spoilt”. While yours truly, (Sun-Saturn) accepted hand-me-downs and was sooooo-like mature that she understood her parents couldn’t afford to buy her the latest fashion (Saturn is considered malefic and hard done by in traditional astrology and Venus is considered a benefic). My younger sister got brand new stuff,

Sun-Saturn Aspects

Published on 2012-01-16 04:32:00

Those with the Sun conjunct, square or opposite Saturn are individuals who are working out their own complex feelings about the primal authority figure in their own lives. Sun-Saturn works hard for what they want and will never forget the years of struggle, spare benefits, and not much in the way of help in their climb to the top. In fact, they need to do it alone, and success results in their

Mars-Pluto Synastry

Published on 2012-01-13 05:24:00

Mars-Pluto aspects in synastry are viewed as aggressive and extremely volatile by various astrologers. Several have gone as far to say that Mars conjunct, square, or opposite Pluto is the most dangerous contact a couple can have, suggesting the potential of abuse or rape in a relationship. While these interpretations are, to some extent, excessive, this contact is certainly not designed for the

Pluto Relationships: Lay your Cuts and Bruises Over my Skin

Published on 2012-01-05 07:25:00

Last night I was listening to the Script’s Album, Science and Faith. It’s one of my favourite albums of 2011, and all of the songs are about relationships. The songwriter takes a very real and heartfelt view of both suffering and happiness in love. Being under a Venus trine Pluto transit,  no one is safe from my heightened affections, right now! But there is a song on the album about protecting

Moon-Pluto Transits: Woman's Evolution

Published on 2011-07-04 23:40:00

I am always fascinated by what Pluto transits bring in a person’s life, and Pluto transits habitually end one chapter in our lives and begin another. I gave birth to my son under a Moon-Pluto transit and the second one will be born under Pluto’s

Jupiter-Uranus Transits: Free Ride

Published on 2011-07-04 07:59:00

Remember the Jupiter-Uranus conjunction in Aries that all astrologers got really excited about, including me. The transit fell in my 8th house of shared resources, change and joint business, and it formed a trine to my natal Jupiter in Leo in the 11t

When You Wish Upon a Star

Published on 2011-07-04 06:39:00

Only a completely Neptunian person would come up with this title for a post about positive transits in our lives. I need to apply for a chart transplant and you might get some better titles. I have some various thoughts on the good transits in our li

Pluto in Aquarius

Published on 2011-07-01 04:40:00

Pluto arrives in Aquarius around 2024 and so there is still plenty of time before these changes will even be in effect. I believe there will be massive changes at this juncture, and it will impact all spheres to do with areas of an orderly system –

Everything Must Go

Published on 2011-07-01 03:38:00

During Pluto’s transit through Capricorn we are now seeing all old retail establishments closing down for good. In astrology, Capricorn is the sign of tradition, familiarity, and time honoured values. It would seem these long standing traditional s

New Moon Solar Eclipse in Cancer

Published on 2011-07-01 00:29:00

The New Moon is in Cancer today and it falls at 9 degrees. You need to get out your chart and see where 9 degrees of Cancer falls because this is the house which is going to be affected by this extreme lunar influence. If you don’t know the general

Discovering Astrology

Published on 2011-06-29 06:17:00

I remember the day I discovered astrology and it was an extremely exciting time. I was introduced to it in my early teens, but I don’t think the major psychological impact of the subject hit me until I was about 22 years old. I remember buying more

Something Fishy Going On

Published on 2011-06-29 04:50:00

Your Piscean astrologer has had more time off, but during this period I have been busy working on products for my astro-shop. I have noticed other astrology sites selling reports and chart interpretations, and I thought this would be a good time to g

A Venus Trine Pluto Day

Published on 2011-06-26 00:49:00

The minor transits in my chart are working incredibly well lately. I recently discussed my Mercurial day when transiting Mercury formed a trine to my Sun. The minor transits – Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus and Mars, move quickly through the zodiac and

Mercury-Neptune: Smoke and Mirrors

Published on 2011-06-24 08:54:00

I was looking through old posts to see if any needed some editing work, and I came across my pretend interview with Angelina Jolie, it was constructed using quotes across the web. These are her real words, but placed in the context of my astrological

Saturn Vs Uranus: Woody and Buzz Lightyear

Published on 2011-06-24 06:18:00

When astrologers talk about Uranus in the chart it’s very difficult not to talk about Saturn. These two share a colourful, mythic history, and every time they are set to aspect each other in the sky we brace ourselves to be torn between past tradit

Saturn and Pluto: The Human Shadow - Part 1

Published on 2011-06-23 06:47:00

I have Saturn transiting Pluto in the 2nd house, and I have been wondering how my Pluto in Libra generation is dealing with this particular combination. Many people around my age are going through the same difficult transit. Saturn and Pluto are pla

The Astrology Of Fate

Published on 2011-06-21 22:34:00

I have been reading the Astrology of Fate by Liz Greene. It's probably a book that I have picked up and put back down again over the last couple of years. I read The Art of Stealing Fire (Uranus) quickly and grasped all the ideas contained within in

The Outer Planets and Compulsion

Published on 2011-06-21 21:25:00

Here are some brief notes on the power of the outer planets and their compulsions. It was something I usually connected with Pluto. However, the more I thought about this topic I realized the outer-planets have a powerful and compulsive energy - no m

General Observations: Murder and Violence

Published on 2011-06-21 07:26:00

This was taken from a discussion about murderers and in particular the B.T.K Killer. This is just my dialogue… and I have tried to string it together so it makes sense to the reader. It’s a difficult and loaded subject, but I am not sure I would

Restful Period

Published on 2011-06-21 06:24:00

I have taken a little break from posting and may have suffered from a mental burn-out. I didn't feel burned out in the sense that I was completely frazzled. However, I did feel I needed to take a break from the blog, and maybe it's something all blog

Sun Rising

Published on 2011-06-10 06:43:00

Those born with Sun Rising often possess leadership ability, and they need to strive for some kind of significance in life; to begin something new and execute it with confidence, self-reliance and assurance. Astrologically the Sun relates to the fat

Rising Planets: Introduction

Published on 2011-06-10 06:10:00

The Ascendant symbolises the need for self-expression, and as one of the fire houses it has a lot to do with our sense of individuality. Planets placed in the first house of the chart represent our most natural mode for self-projection; and describes

Rising Planets - Coming Soon

Published on 2011-06-10 03:01:00

At the time of writing this post the votes for rising planets is the highest and so I will begin writing my article. You can still keep voting for the other topics, but I am in the process of writing Rising Planets, so those votes won't matter now.

Scorpio's Stinger

Published on 2011-06-09 06:48:00

I was reading Dark of the Soul the other week, and I came across a segment about fears and phobias’. My mother reacts like a nut-case whenever a wasp fly’s anywhere near the vicinity. It happened a lot at the fairground; wasps always hover around

Mercury in 7th House

Published on 2011-06-09 05:00:00

Mercury in the 7th house represents the need to collect and impart information to others; this placement can do well in partnerships, counselling, receiving and giving back feedback. Those with Mercury here may want to convey an image to the public o

Polling Time

Published on 2011-06-08 23:37:00

Over the next couple of weeks I will answer some of those search engine questions that land in my stats. I have set up a poll on the side of the blog, so if there is one question you prefer over the others to be answered first - get voting. I will st

Mercury in Gemini

Published on 2011-06-08 05:51:00

Mercury in Gemini understands life through learning about everything, and they eagerly pursue each new idea that comes along. They have an intense curiosity about diverse subjects, combined with picking up odd pieces of information about a wide varie

Jackie Evancho

Published on 2011-06-07 07:52:00

I watched Jackie Evancho the 11 year old opera singer on the repeat of Britain’s Got Talent final on Sunday. It was a strange experience because her voice sounds like an adult’s in a child’s body. Jackie first appeared on America’s Got Talent

Addiction

Published on 2011-06-07 05:08:00

Last Saturday afternoon I finally had my first appointment at the hospital. At 17 weeks pregnant I am a little behind schedule. The trip to the antenatal clinic was certainly an eye-opener, because as soon as I arrived I was greeted by the sight of h

The Astrological Puzzle

Published on 2011-06-05 09:26:00

I have a 5 year old Son with his natal Sun rising in the zodiacal sign of Virgo and Mercury in Virgo. In the evening we sometimes like doing jigsaw puzzles together, but only on our computer. I have had plenty of jigsaws at home and we always end up

Astrology & Projection

Published on 2011-06-05 03:06:00

I posted about Nebulous Neptune on Friday evening, and in that post I focused on the trickier aspects of this planet. On Saturday morning, my mother informed the family that she had broken up with her younger partner, and that he was gone for good. T

Nebulous Neptune

Published on 2011-06-03 13:27:00

The planet Neptune has always emanated a nebulous energy and is therefore connected to matters which are unclear, vague, hazy and indefinable. These are only some of astrology’s favourite keywords to describe Neptune. The most common words are “d

Solar Eclipse Gemini: On Yer Bike

Published on 2011-06-03 03:20:00

I was recently pondering the actual timing of the New Moon and Full Moon, and also the timing of the solar and lunar eclipses. However, there is a lot of argument about just how long the eclipses are in effect. Astrologer Carol Rushman says the eclip

Feedburner

Published on 2011-06-01 01:24:00

I added the subscribe by email feed-burner widget to my blog the other day. I tested it out by subscribing to my own blog and entered my email address and submitted it. After I published a new post I expected to see an email in my mail box. Unfortuna

Do Virgo's Bloom Late?

Published on 2011-05-31 12:44:00

This is a question dear to the backbone of this Saturn in Virgo rising. Out of all the zodiacal signs, Virgo and Capricorn are considered by astrologers to be late bloomers. One astrological writer believes that Saturn in Virgo probably spends too mu

June 2011 Horoscope

Published on 2011-05-30 16:41:00

The June 2011 horoscope is based on the general planetary action of the month. I have also detailed the partial solar eclipse which falls in Gemini. The Full Moon in Sagittarius and the upcoming cardinal grand square. On June 1st - There is a partia

The Air Signs

Published on 2011-05-30 02:47:00

The 12 signs are divided according to the four classical elements – fire, earth, air and water. Astrologically, the elements represent the division of the zodiac by triplicity, because each of the elements contains three signs, they are also referr

Scorpio's Withdrawal

Published on 2011-05-29 06:19:00

Scorpio’s are famous for their full on intensity, concentration and passion. They are intriguing, mysterious and unfathomable, and falling for a Scorpio can be quite the addictive experience, and one that may leave you feeling intoxicated by the po

The Angular Houses

Published on 2011-05-27 08:05:00

The angular houses are those that have one of the four angles – ascendant, midheaven, immum coli or descendant on the cusp. The angular houses are houses 1, 4, 7, and 10. They correspond to the signs Aries, Cancer, Libra and Capricorn. These are th

Rising Sign: Life Journey

Published on 2011-05-26 09:14:00

I was thinking about how we evolve and grow with our natal chart, and how far we have each come individually with our own journey. The word “journey” is overly used and it is a bit cliché to even refer to it. Nonetheless it doesn’t’ make our

Moon in Libra

Published on 2011-05-26 04:54:00

Any person born with the Moon in Libra expresses their feelings in a refined and sophisticated manner. Love is conveyed in ways which are ethical and just, and emotions which elicit conflict such as jealousy or anger are controlled or unacknowledged.

The Big Bang Theory

Published on 2011-05-23 08:52:00

In my last post I touched upon the electrical impulses of Uranus. I said that Uranian people are more prone to electrical items acting strange. I am not a Uranian person, but I do have Mars in Aquarius square Uranus. I have had a psychological report

A Narcoleptic Chart

Published on 2011-05-23 07:37:00

Looking for strange medical conditions in astrology charts can be quite fascinating. Yesterday I came across the chart of a Narcoleptic. Narcolepsy is defined as a chronic sleep disorder, and is characterised by excessive sleepiness. Narcolepsy means

Money, Money, Money

Published on 2011-05-23 04:53:00

I had a charming email from my W3 stats counter this morning which read: Good news, your website has become very popular! W3Counter's free accounts are available to websites receiving up to 5,000 page views per day. Yesterday, your site received 5,9

Psychic Indicators

Published on 2011-05-21 12:16:00

Psychism Is what lives beyond physical science, or knowledge, and represents the immaterial and irrational side of life. A psychic person usually signifies someone who is highly sensitive to supernatural forces. Psychic indicators in the natal cha

Blog Update

Published on 2011-05-21 02:49:00

I have only recently changed the template, and so I haven't changed the slideshow images in the slider at the top, or the links on the menu page. I will have to look in the HTML and change the pictures and links. Hopefully it we be fixed by the time

The Full Moon in Scorpio - Murder, Rape, and Exposure

Published on 2011-05-21 02:20:00

Medusa's Head I was discussing psychic powers with my partner and he thinks that I may have some psychic leanings. I had written a post on the Full Moon in Scorpio on April 27th, and it was about the Full Moon which was occurring on May 17th. However

Casey Anthony

Published on 2011-05-17 01:19:00

  Last night I came across the news about 22 year old Casey Anthony. The young woman is accused of killing her three year old daughter, Caylee Anthony. The toddler went missing in June 2008, and 5 months later she was found dead. The little girl was

Taurus/Scorpio Musings

Published on 2011-05-16 08:27:00

I am quite happy with all these planets in Taurus right now, and with the Moon in Scorpio. These are the signs which rule money, taxes and legacies. I have received a tax return of £22.15. I just wish there were a few more zeros after 22, but beggar

Pisces Weekend: Movie Rundown

Published on 2011-05-16 04:23:00

I was supposed to be posting over the weekend, but I felt tired and zombied out in front of the television on Sunday watching movies instead, in true Piscean style. My partner took my little boy out for the day and so I had plenty of time to relax. I

Pisces: Serve/Suffer

Published on 2011-05-16 02:55:00

One of the popular phrases which astrologers use for the sign of Pisces is that they are born to either serve or suffer. I was born under the sign of Pisces and this does sound fatalistic. I have read astrologers who assert that if serving others is

Blogger Issues

Published on 2011-05-14 02:24:00

I couldn’t log in into my blogger account yesterday morning, and had only recently changed my template to a gallery one. However, I think blogger has had some technical problems because my template has reverted back to the old one. I am not too con

America: The Individualistic Nation

Published on 2011-05-11 05:44:00

Astrologer Liz Greene has some interesting opinions on the chart of America and the lack of Neptune in the horoscope. America has come under an intense spotlight over the killing of Osama Bin Laden. The whole event took some of the limelight away fro

Mars in Sagittarius

Published on 2011-05-11 03:45:00

Those born with Mars in Sagittarius express their will and desire in an enthusiastic and impulsive way. Mars in Sagittarius tends to be direct about everything. However, their many interests and projects, tend to flow into different areas, and diffic

Neptune Dreaming

Published on 2011-05-10 23:34:00

Intense Dreaming: The Strange Part I awoke super early this morning after a particularly vivid dream last night. I dreamt I was fixing up an old house, and I was snooping around looking at the old tenants possessions, and found some fruit machines.

Eating Problems: The Anxious Parent

Published on 2011-05-09 07:06:00

I used to watch The House of Tiny Tearaways with Dr Tanya Byron. It is a fascinating programme created to put child behaviour and parenting problems under the professional spotlight. It was set up in a Big Brother style setting, with families coming

Moon in Sagittarius

Published on 2011-05-09 05:46:00

Those born with the Moon in Sagittarius express their feeling in a spontaneous and energetic way. These people need to be free to expand their boundaries, and too much restriction in relationships can generate intense frustration, boredom, and volati

The Saturn Factor

Published on 2011-05-09 02:01:00

Fields of Gold Yesterday I was writing about Gordon Ramsey, and it got me thinking about the critics and judges in life that we try ever so hard to please. Most of you have watched programmes like X-Factor and American Idol with Simon Cowell as the j

Rosalia Lombardo: Sleeping Beauty

Published on 2011-05-08 08:39:00

Photo taken in 1995 Rosalia Lombardo is a little girl who was born in 1918 and died in 1920 of pneumonia. The Sicilian girl is considered one of the world’s best preserved bodies, and has resided in a glass coffin in the crypt since her death. The

The Astrology Place - Edits

Published on 2011-05-08 04:12:00

I have been working on editing some posts this week. I have blog posts which needed more information, or a more balanced view. I have had the hardest time with Pluto in the 8th house and I am still not happy with the edits, and feel it reads too heav

Planets in Signs

Published on 2011-05-07 06:52:00

In order to understand astrology thoroughly, we have to know the energy of the chart. The first step is learning to understand how the ten planets operate in the twelve zodiac signs. Most astrologers tend to refer to the planets in the horoscope to r

The Planets

Published on 2011-05-07 02:39:00

There are ten major planets in the solar system which appear to orbit the earth: the Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune and Pluto. Although the Sun and Moon are not planets in the astronomical sense, they are included i

Mars in Aquarius

Published on 2011-05-06 01:54:00

Those born with Mars in Aquarius have a strong opinionated nature with enthusiasm for intellectual debate, or even a strong desire to be a leader fighting for social reform. Mars in Aquarius fights battles on behalf of groups, acquaintances and socia

Death of Osama: Freaky Prediction

Published on 2011-05-04 01:21:00

I was just visiting the astrodienst forum and found this freaky prediction made by a member called Valik, and it is post reply number 315. Unlike most media content on the web which can be tampered with after posting, it has been confirmed by moderat

The Royal Wedding

Published on 2011-04-29 11:20:00

I really enjoyed watching the Royal Wedding today. I was too young when Charles and Diana married and so it was nice to actually watch a big event on the television live. Kate looked gorgeous on the day, and they really do make a lovely couple, so I

Nicholas Sparks

Published on 2011-04-27 06:17:00

I was looking at the chart of author Nicholas Sparks the other day. I have developed an interest him through the movies adapted from his novels. The Notebook, A Walk to Remember and the recent Dear John. I  have only watched the three films mentione

Full Moon in Scorpio 2011

Published on 2011-04-27 01:39:00

The Full Moon in Scorpio occurs on the 17th of May 2011, and the Full Moon in Scorpio falls at 26 degrees. I will be observing this Full Moon which falls at the end of my 3rd house and forms a square to natal Mars in my chart. I am wondering if this

Astrology on T.V: Neptune in Pisces

Published on 2011-04-27 00:05:00

The astrology piece below is from the T.V show This Morning and it talks about the entry of Neptune into Pisces (briefly). I missed this discussion last time, but I caught the beginning of the show when the presenters Holly and Philip kept laughing a

Astrology on T.V

Published on 2011-04-26 23:37:00

I was watching the television show This Morning yesterday and they include some astrology at times. On yesterdays show they had an astrologer talking about the compatibility between Prince William and Kate Middleton. The astrologer talked about norma

Easter and the Blogging Journey

Published on 2011-04-26 07:29:00

I hope you all had a good Easter. The kids are hardly in school lately, and they will be off again this week. I take the holidays off now with my little boy, and then concentrate on my blog on the other days. I am quite satisfied with the direction t

Venus in 4th House

Published on 2011-04-26 06:13:00

Venus in the 4th house shows someone who loves the home environment and it can reveal an individual who likes to create a beautiful home and have loved ones living in a warm, loving and domestic situation. Venus here can create affectionate attachmen

May Horoscope 2011

Published on 2011-04-21 06:30:00

May 2011 Horoscope, these horoscope predictions for May 2011 are based on the New Moon and Full Moon and planetary aspects. The Sun moved into Taurus on April 20th and will remain there until May 20th. The Bull is a symbol of Taurus, and it represen

Prince William: Royal Wedding

Published on 2011-04-21 01:28:00

Prince William is marrying Kate Middleton on the April 29th 2011; this Royal wedding occurs when transiting Neptune in Pisces is trine William’s Sun in Cancer. Astrology wise, I have dubbed this aspect the fairy-tale aspect because it often occurs

Sun Conjunct Neptune: The Art of Predictive Astrology

Published on 2011-04-19 06:18:00

In my last post on the Sun conjunct Neptune aspect, Carter said this on the aspect: "C.E.O Carter believes this is the most common aspect in the charts of astrologers, especially those involved in the art of predictive astrology." The autho

Sun Conjunct Neptune

Published on 2011-04-19 05:01:00

Those with the Sun conjunct Neptune have a hazy boundary line to the ego, and the personality can be extraordinarily sensitive, compassionate, and gentle. The person feels selfless and devoted, and is capable of surrendering to life. The individual i

Neptune in Pisces: Talking Dolphins

Published on 2011-04-19 00:49:00

 The Neptune in Pisces transit and the fishy pedicure news story reminded of the Nostradamus prediction interpreted by Liz Greene and Peter Lorie to possibly mean communication with dolphins. “When the animal domesticated by man after great

Neptune in Pisces 2011: Fish Pedicure

Published on 2011-04-18 23:46:00

The latest beauty surge in the salons is called the fish pedicure, and it involves customers dunking their feet in tanks to have their dead skin nibbled away by Turkish miniature toothless carp. The procedure leaves your skin feeling silky and smooth

Saturn and Chiron: Two Peas in a Pod?

Published on 2011-04-18 04:28:00

Chiron was discovered in 1977 and astrologers slowly began their work to piece the asteroid’s astrological meaning together. The meaning, interpretation and symbolism for Chiron has come from the mythological Centaur who bears the same name. Howeve

Getting Organized: Self Development

Published on 2011-04-18 02:47:00

This morning I worked on my Home Budget, To Do Lists, Home Projects and Chore Lists. I have needed my chaotic life organizing for a long time, and now I am finally beginning to do something about it. In my natal chart there is a lot of Pisces planets

Neptune in Pisces 2012 - Titanic's 100th Anniversary

Published on 2011-04-16 00:10:00

On April 15th 2012, the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic will be remembered around the world. The timing of the ship’s most significant anniversary transpires when Neptune returns to its own sign of Pisces for the long haul. Astrolog

A Day in History

Published on 2011-04-13 03:18:00

It is interesting to research the news events surrounding your birth, and examine the natal aspects. Take the recent Mars-Pluto transit and the stories of sexual abuse, murder and police investigations. Some of us are born at particularly stressful t

Progressed Moon in Gemini

Published on 2011-04-13 01:26:00

I have the progressed Moon in Taurus on the 29th degree, and so it’s getting ready to move into Gemini. I have noticed I have been writing more about current events in the news and whether this reflects the shift into mutable air, I can’t say for

Mars Square Pluto: April 2011 - Topical News

Published on 2011-04-13 00:39:00

I have been following the events happening during the latest Mars square Pluto aspect in April 2011. I think it is important to follow-up on events on a worldwide scale, especially when writing about the planetary aspects each month. However, in my A

The Nitty Gritty of Astrology

Published on 2011-04-11 04:44:00

 It is difficult to sum-up the nitty gritty of astrology in one article, and there are plenty of fantastic books out there which explore the history of astrology and its modern day use. Astrology has a long and rich history, and a challenging one. A

Pluto's Shadow and the Black Man

Published on 2011-04-08 07:16:00

I once wrote somewhere on this blog about Liz Greene’s interpretation of Pluto in The Astrology of Fate as representing the black man. It was part of a dream analysis she was working through with a client. I also mentioned how astrologer Sue Tompki

29th Degree Transits in Astrology

Published on 2011-04-08 06:13:00

These transits are always fascinating to watch and with the latest giant wave in Japan it might just attest to the power of the last degrees of any sign. Neptune was on the last degrees of Aquarius and Uranus on the last degrees of Pisces (both in mu

Composite Moon in 8th House

Published on 2011-04-08 05:12:00

The composite Moon in the 8th house can indicate a relationship that is emotionally intense, and the feelings aroused may be extreme and deep. The composite Moon describes the relationships emotional coloration and requirements. The water houses also

Random Questions - Weekend

Published on 2011-04-08 03:51:00

Over the weekend I will answer questions which have been floating about in my stats search box engine. I have just copied some questions down and will answer them at random. I like to shake things up on the blog and write about different and unexpect

Mummy's Horoscope

Published on 2011-04-08 01:18:00

The other day my little boy was watching me on the computer and he pointed at my chart and started asking questions about it. And it was kind of nice being asked about my horoscope in an open minded way. My son is only 5 years old and he doesn’t re

Venus in 6th House

Published on 2011-04-07 08:29:00

Those with Venus in the 6th house promote harmony and balance in their place of work, and Venus can bring pleasantness to their day-to-day living. The 6th house has to do with our everyday routines in life, our work and attending to our bodily needs.

Neptune in Relationships: Song Choice

Published on 2011-04-07 06:11:00

  A Neptune relationship is defined with planets in the 7th house aspecting Neptune. Neptune in the 5th or 7th house, and/or Neptune aspecting Sun/Moon/Venus. Neptune in relationships is emotionally rich and complex, and the experience of meeting a

April Horoscope 2011 Review - Mars conjunct Uranus

Published on 2011-04-06 06:43:00

  I have recently begun my monthly horoscopes and I am still on a learning curve, so I have been observing what has been happening. I watched what happened on April 3rd when we had the New Moon in Aries with Mars conjunct Uranus in Aries. Here is my

Mercury Retrograde in Aries

Published on 2011-04-06 05:37:00

 I take the Mercury Retrograde period lightly in most circumstances, and I have bought things and signed papers under this time frame. Sometimes it is unavoidable and I don’t think the planets should dictate what you should do, but we should still

Neptune in Pisces 2011-2025

Published on 2011-04-06 02:27:00

  Neptune has entered Pisces and represents our need to merge with something greater and trust in something bigger than seen in our reality. The connection with a more powerful source is found in nearly all cultures and spiritual beliefs. Seeking an

Venus in 11th House

Published on 2011-03-31 07:52:00

Those with Venus in the 11th house enjoy group activities, friendships, having high ideals and hopes. This is an ideal placement for bringing groups together for a common cause, and Venus here helps to foster co-operation between people and find poin

Venus in 3rd House

Published on 2011-03-31 06:07:00

Those with Venus in the 3rd house have a desire for learning and communicating, they usually have a passion for books, writing, magazines, newspapers, languages and the media arts. The 3rd house rules all kinds of communication, links and connection

Venus in 2nd House

Published on 2011-03-31 04:10:00

Those with Venus in the 2nd house desire material security and may favour investments and collecting, or they will choose a partner who has financial wealth or one who makes them feel safe and secure. Venus is at home in the 2nd house and she feels c

Sun-Pluto Transits: Conjunction

Published on 2011-03-30 06:17:00

I looked to see what happened in the lives of celebrities when transiting Pluto formed a conjunction to their natal Sun. All these celebrities have Sun in Sagittarius and I tracked Pluto to see what type of changes happened in their personal lives. A

Sun Trine Mars

Published on 2011-03-29 06:28:00

Those with Sun trine Mars have self-confidence and leadership ability, their courage and daring assist them towards success. The individual applies their energy positively and challenging situations are easily overcome; their assertive force combines

Saturn in 12th House

Published on 2011-03-29 05:12:00

Saturn in the 12th house tends to feel a responsibility for all the suffering in society. Liz Greene says the twelfth house is always a difficult house unless the path of service is pursued, and that somehow the release of energy in this way alleviat

Astrology Circle

Published on 2011-03-28 13:19:00

I made a list of other astrology blogs to check out with feeds so you can see all the new posts, and read the latest content. It's handy for keeping up with all the astrology blogs out there. The Astrology Blog List Happy Reading, Julie.

Heart of the Ocean

Published on 2011-03-28 08:40:00

Venus has entered Pisces and this is the place of her exaltation, most astrologers find the falls and exaltations to be a little out-dated. The senses are really heightened when Venus is in Pisces and particularly to beauty. We often see a love where

Pluto in 10th House

Published on 2011-03-28 06:28:00

Those with Pluto in the 10th house have their compulsive nature focused on worldly ambitions, and expression of authority. They are likely to find themselves in positions of power and there is an insatiable drive towards success. The individual has a

Pluto in 9th House

Published on 2011-03-28 05:08:00

Those with Pluto in the 9th house may go through a philosophical overhaul and dramatic crisis in life come as a result of belief systems. They may be fascinated with alchemy, archaeology, pre-history, magic, or the occult. This is also an excellent p

Houses of the New and Full Moon - Soon

Published on 2011-03-28 00:59:00

I will try and get around to writing up the meaning of the New Moon and Full Moon in the houses sometime within the next couple of weeks. I didn't have time to do it for the first horoscope. Hopefully they will be definitely ready by May. Here is th

April Horoscope 2011

Published on 2011-03-27 13:39:00

The Sun is in the constellation of Aries; this is the period running from the 21st of March to the 21st April. Aries is the beginning of new life and all of nature bursts with life and colour. The ice melts, rivers flow, and plants emerge. At the tim

New Monthly Horoscopes

Published on 2011-03-26 03:11:00

I feel I haven't done anything new on the blog for a while, and so I thought it might be interesting to add some new monthly horoscopes. With all this Aries energy about it's a good time to take the initiative. They won't be Sun sign horoscopes becau

The Box

Published on 2011-03-25 13:35:00

I watched The Box a couple of months back, and it’s about a couple who receive a mysterious box from a man who offers them a million dollars if they press the button. However, the big moral dilemma is that it will kill someone in the world they do

Hereafter

Published on 2011-03-25 07:54:00

I watched Hereafter the other night and was disappointed by the story, some moments were quite touching, but overall it plodded along quite depressingly. The beginning of the film is probably the best part, and we have a couple of other tense moments

Mercury-Pluto: Secret Intelligence

Published on 2011-03-25 05:56:00

Ian Fleming is the creator behind James Bond, and he was also a real life spy for the Naval Intelligence. His stories on James Bond led to international fame and out of them came a series of successful movies. One of his other books includes the much

Astrology and Superstition

Published on 2011-03-25 04:37:00

I have a 5 year old son, and lately I have noticed he has developed some superstitious tendencies. It’s not something I would take too seriously, he is still only young. However, since he is such an earthy child it is surprising to see this behavio

Night Stalker: Blunt Force to the Head

Published on 2011-03-24 07:41:00

Richard Ramirez, also known as the Night Stalker is an American serial killer awaiting execution on death row. I was looking at his chart and seeing what kind of aspects he has for such violence towards others, but usually we see aspects that a lot o

Elizabeth Taylor: Death

Published on 2011-03-24 05:54:00

Elizabeth Taylor died yesterday from congestive heart failure; she was surrounded by her children in her last hours. Elizabeth lived a full life and passed away at the age of 79. The actress has always had countless health problems over the years and

Moon-Neptune Aspects

Published on 2011-03-22 15:07:00

The Sensitive Artist Those with the Moon-Neptune aspects possess an emotional sensitivity and vulnerability to others, especially through an impressionable, sympathetic, and psychic empathy. Moon-Neptune has a powerful imagination and considerable a

The 4th House

Published on 2011-03-21 10:22:00

The house is the place of home and family life. Its natural sign is Cancer and its natural ruler, the Moon. The fourth house forms the foundation of life and has a profound influence; it reflects our psychological roots, and not just in a personal se

Taurus and Gemini: Adjacent Signs

Published on 2011-03-21 04:53:00

I stumbled across this wonderful picture of a Tortoise and a butterfly and it reminded me of the stark differences between Taurus and Gemini. Adjacent signs are often markedly different from one another. Take Taurus she is slow, steady and persistent

Lady Gaga: Born This Way

Published on 2011-03-20 15:44:00

Lady Ga Ga will have a new album out soon called Born this Way, and she has already made a bold statement by saying the album will be the best of the decade. Is Lady Ga Ga so confident and self-assured? I have an inkling it’s that Pluto transit squ

Mercury Trine Uranus

Published on 2011-03-20 13:52:00

Mercury trine Uranus has a humanitarian, independent and free-thinking mind. The person likes to put their mental energy into progressive spheres, which they believe will make a positive contribution to human development. This could include scientifi

Mars Trine Uranus

Published on 2011-03-20 12:40:00

Mars trine Uranus has an independent spirit and they usually like to do things their own way. Mars-Uranus aspects indicate a quick excitability and they have a blending of assertiveness with intuition, progressiveness, and inventiveness. They possess

Britney Spears: Femme Fatale

Published on 2011-03-20 08:18:00

Britney Spears seventh album Femme Fatale is currently receiving rave reviews from critics. I have been listening to it over the weekend and it is a great follow up to the critically acclaimed Blackout. Let’s take a look at Britney Spears astrology

The 3rd House

Published on 2011-03-17 07:23:00

The third house represents communication, our ability to express ourselves, short journeys, siblings, cousins and neighbours. It is associated with early schooling and our attitude and relationship with knowledge itself, and planets in this house des

The 2nd House

Published on 2011-03-14 09:28:00

The 2nd house rules the foundation of the material world. Wealth, possessions, finances, social background, income, talents and tangible values are all found in the second house of the natal chart. High self-esteem comes from being valued by others

Saturn Gets Better with Age

Published on 2011-03-14 07:07:00

This is a common expression used to describe the hard aspects between our personal planets and Saturn. The saying is also frequently used for planets in Capricorn. Saturn is said to rule disappointment, failure, hardship and delays. Some people fin

Pluto Transits Sun: Cycle of Renewal

Published on 2011-03-13 09:58:00

I was researching what happened to people under Pluto transits trine the Sun. I have already covered this in a previous article, and I am expanding on these examples. I will get round to the conjunction, square and opposition in future posts. The Su

The Astrology of the Japan Earthquake

Published on 2011-03-13 04:27:00

The Japan Earthquake which occurred on the 11th March 2011 triggered tsunami waves of up 10 meters. The wave has caused extensive damage in Japan and 637 deaths, and 10,000 people reported missing. Astrologers are pointing their finger at transitin

Darren Rowse: Born Lucky

Published on 2011-03-09 06:19:00

Mars in Gemini - Busy Bee Darren Rowse is professional blogger, speaker, consultant and founder of several blogs. In 1992 he was working as a part time Minister for an online store, and was a casual labour. Rowse started his Living-room blog about li

Sun Trine Jupiter

Published on 2011-03-09 04:52:00

Those with Sun trine Jupiter sometimes feel as if their life is guided by luck, opportunity and sudden growth. The individual experiences good fortune and they are optimistic, generous, and talented at seeing future possibilities. Sun-Jupiter’s con

The 1st House

Published on 2011-03-08 06:25:00

The Ascendant is calculated from the time of birth and is placed on the left side of the birth chart. It is always the sign on the first cusp of the first house and is one of the most important factors in astrological interpretation. The rising sign

Venus Trine Jupiter

Published on 2011-03-07 09:00:00

Those with Venus trine Jupiter are big hearted and open-handed with both their wealth and their affections. Generally the individual views people and circumstances optimistically, and pettiness and stinginess is foreign to their nature. Most of the t

Moon-Neptune Synastry

Published on 2011-03-06 03:29:00

Moon-Neptune contacts between two people can create a sensitive, emotional, and empathetic rapport with one another. The Moon person is the one who comforts and acts as an emotional container for Neptune’s dreams, and is sensitive and responsive to

Mercury in Libra

Published on 2011-03-04 06:24:00

Those with Mercury in Libra understand life through weighing and comparing the opinions and ideas of others. Thinking and comparison provide the means of acquiring an objective, fair and balanced point of view. Mercury here learns best through the in

New Baby: Pluto and 5th House Activity

Published on 2011-03-03 23:40:00

I took a home pregnancy test yesterday morning and received a positive result. I am so excited about the new baby on the way. The baby should be born around the month of Scorpio. I had an inkling with the Moon's progression into Gemini (siblings) tha

Venus-Pluto Synastry

Published on 2011-03-02 09:58:00

The Venus person embodies the qualities of grace, charm or beauty which activates very powerful, intense emotions from the Plutonian person. Pluto’s intensity can be attractive to the Venus person, and it can create a powerful sexual chemistry, eve

Sun Conjunct Venus

Published on 2011-03-02 07:12:00

Sun conjunct Venus represents a strong developed love nature, and an eagerness for popularity, and likeability. Depending on the sign placement these people are usually sociable, and want to love and be loved. Sun-Venus is adaptable and people pleasi

Moon Trine Pluto

Published on 2011-03-02 04:38:00

Those with Moon trine Pluto somehow find emotional power even in difficult situations. When Moon and Pluto combine we have a person with emotional depth, and keen intuitive insight into the hidden realms. This aspect shows a deep-feeling individual,

Uranus Opposite Uranus: Mid-Life Crisis

Published on 2011-03-02 03:37:00

Uranus takes eighty-four years to transit around the Sun, and forms an opposition to its natal place on the birth chart when the individual is between forty and forty-two years of age. It coincides with what psychologists call the mid-life crisis. As

Sun-Moon Synastry

Published on 2011-03-02 02:21:00

Sun-Moon synastry contacts are like the yin and yang of all relationship interactions. The King and Queen, the male and female. Astrologically the Sun and Moon naturally complement one another, and the Sun’s self-expression meets with the emotional

Progressed Moon and Baby Talk

Published on 2011-03-01 07:10:00

The Art of Predictive Astrology by Carol Rushman is one of the best guides to the progressed  Moon through the signs. The author offers some interesting perspectives on the use of progressions and transits and believes that when progressions are pos

Moon in 1st House

Published on 2011-02-28 08:51:00

Those with Moon in the 1st house respond with powerful sensitivity to the environment, and they are influenced by feelings, emotions, and instincts. The person tends to have an emotionally dominate, subjective response, and they can project their cha

Sun-Pluto in Synastry

Published on 2011-02-28 07:19:00

Sun-Pluto contacts in synastry can show compulsive interactions, sexual tensions, and possibly jealousy and possessiveness issues. The relationship can have a powerful and psychological impact on both lives. For the Sun person the Pluto person’s in

The Astrology of Paranormal Activity

Published on 2011-02-28 05:34:00

I watched Paranormal Activity 2 and it is just as scary as the last movie. All the usual noises in my house became a lot more terrifying, and the only real paranormal activity that goes on at my house late at night comes from my two cats running arou

Saturn in 8th House

Published on 2011-02-25 06:29:00

Those with Saturn in the 8th house are primarily dealing with the stability of financial, emotional and sexual security, and the individual will often feel challenged and tested in the area of his intimate relationships. Matters pertaining to sex, d

Venus Trine Saturn

Published on 2011-02-25 04:34:00

Those born with Venus trine Saturn are responsible, steadfast and in control of their relationships. The individual easily copes under difficult, modest, and impoverished circumstances. These people have learned how to live on a budget and examine th

Venus Trine Pluto

Published on 2011-02-25 02:00:00

Venus trine Pluto believes in the power of relationships and the ability to change and renew relating patterns when necessary. Love is the vehicle for transformation and regeneration, and the individual is resourceful and capable of deep love. The pe

Moon in 5th House

Published on 2011-02-24 15:37:00

The 5th house rules self-expression, creativity, children and love affairs. Those with the Moon in the 5th house need to express themselves through some of these pursuits. Romantic love may show fluctuation and changeability, and sometimes emotional

Neptune in 5th House

Published on 2011-02-24 14:20:00

Neptune in the 5th house often has strong acting ability, and this combination also indicates creative talent. The individual is usually highly romantic, and they can be enchanting and seductive as the siren. There is a longing and willingness to aba

Uranus in 10th House

Published on 2011-02-24 12:41:00

Uranus in the 10th house can signify restlessness regarding one’s career, and it is important that the individual has a degree of free will choosing their vocation in life. There is a need to be self-employed, independent. Those with this position

Saturn in 4th House

Published on 2011-02-24 08:06:00

When Saturn is in the 4th house it is said to suggest conditions of coldness, isolation and unhappiness in the childhood home. The fourth house rules our personal security and it is often thought that the individual carries heavy burdens for the fami

Moon Trine Neptune

Published on 2011-02-23 15:29:00

Those with Moon trine Neptune are found to be artistic and gentle souls, and there may be a natural sense and even gift for photography, film, or music. The Moon and Neptune are both highly imaginative and sensitive planets and so there is a tendency

Saturn in 7th House

Published on 2011-02-23 09:10:00

Those with Saturn in the 7th house usually want a serious and committed relationship. However, there is a cautious and reserved approach to relating and this person needs to develop more confidence and overcome old fears of  being hurt and rejected,

Updates

Published on 2011-02-23 07:52:00

I have started editing my Sun in Signs, but I have only done Aries and Taurus so far. However, when I am finished I will put them into PDF format, it's only because I love playing on my new word processor, all the readings will still be on the blog.

Pluto in 7th House

Published on 2011-02-23 06:10:00

Those with Pluto in the 7th house will find that partnerships are the catalyst or agents for personal transformation and change. Relationships will plunge them into deep emotional complexes and will test the depth of their unions. Any problems with a

Butterfly: Gemini - Scorpio

Published on 2011-02-22 17:23:00

The Butterfly is often used as an interesting analogy to describe the zodiac sign of Gemini. However there is also the comparison made with Scorpio and the metamorphosis process of the caterpillar into a butterfly. We could even compare the overnight

Earthquake in New Zealand

Published on 2011-02-22 07:51:00

The latest and tragic New Zealand Earthquake has astrologers speculating on the possible indications of such an event. Our knowledge is not sophisticated enough to predict such events with accuracy, and I don’t specialize in mundane astrology. I wo

Venus in Gemini

Published on 2011-02-22 06:00:00

Those with Venus in Gemini love in a light hearted way and have a lovely sparkling quality about them, and they are generally social, witty, clever and fun to have around. Venus in Gemini is like the social butterfly flitting from flower to flower. V

The Astrology of Settling Down

Published on 2011-02-21 13:23:00

Commitment is a scary word to some signs, but to earth signs it provides a solid foundation. Earth represents the stabilizing of a relationship into a commitment. It is the building of a life, partnership and home, and represents something real, soli

Trines

Published on 2011-02-21 09:36:00

A trine aspect is a 120 degree angle between two planets on the astrological chart. In general they have the reputation for being positive, enjoyable and “easy” aspects in our personality. Sometimes Trines in the natal chart are given less import

Moon Trine Venus

Published on 2011-02-21 08:01:00

Those with the Moon trine Venus have an emotionally harmonious disposition; these people can be empathetic, loving, sweet natured, and passive. There is a well-developed sense of positivity, and consideration for others. There are natural artistic ab

Pluto transits Sun- Coming Soon

Published on 2011-02-20 07:59:00

I will be spending some of my time working on my Pluto transits Sun workbook. I experienced the Pluto years from 1996 all the way to about 2006, and so I spent ten years of my life on an intensive and crash course on Pluto. I had a couple of other Pl

Pluto in 12th House

Published on 2011-02-17 17:31:06

Those with Pluto in the 12th have the challenge of not feeling overwhelmed by the collective shadow of suffering, sadness and grief. This placement of Pluto has unfathomable and complex emotional guilt and feelings of persecution for unknown sins ste

Mercury in Scorpio

Published on 2011-02-17 08:40:54

Orbs

Published on 2011-02-17 04:14:28

The use of orbs is a common question amongst astrologers, and it sometimes creates much debate and argument. It can actually be one of the most boring topics to discuss in astrology. I was once on an astrological forum and met (ran into) this orb fan

Everything Changes

Published on 2011-02-16 13:31:15

Let’s look at some possible ways to view change, passages of time and transitions in the natal chart. Throughout our lives we experience frequent changes, and just like the weather, we might plan to go the park on Saturday, but then the clouds turn

An Uncaring Cosmos

Published on 2011-02-15 04:55:00

Bear with me I was wondering this morning about what the real purpose behind transits really is. I am not an astrologer, who claims to have all the answers in her back pocket, and this blog has always been a growth of ideas rather than one set of fi

Relationship Mistakes: Neptune - Unobtainable Lover

Published on 2011-02-14 16:50:00

Apparently one of the biggest relationship mistakes that a woman can make is falling for a man who is off-limits. This can range from a married man, to homosexual man, dating a man who lives thousands of miles away, or a man in prison. Astrologically

The Mars Quartet: My Homework Assignment

Published on 2011-02-14 08:05:00

I was looking through my astrological library and I realised the only book that has been barely read is The Mars Quartet by Lynn Bell, Darby Costello, Liz Greene and Melanie Reinhart. All the ladies are taking the lead into this Martian seminar. I a

Uranus Transits Sun: Baby Boom

Published on 2011-02-14 04:24:00

Sun-Uranus transits often appear to indicate the birth of a child, and on the whole I have seen many first time mothers with this contact, so it can indicate a Baby Boom period. Angelina Jolie, Britney Spears and your resident astrologer from The Ast

You are my Rock: Saturn in Synastry

Published on 2011-02-13 16:15:00

The other night as we were laying in bed my partner turned to me and told me I was his rock, but it’s something I have been expecting him to say in the relationship. I have Saturn (stone) rising in Virgo and his Sun in Virgo conjuncts. I should be

Astrology-Valentines-Musings

Published on 2011-02-13 13:24:00

Valentine’s = V for the planet Venus, and astrologers should call it Venusians day. The history of Valentine’s Day surrounds a man named Saint Valentine; he was a priest who helped people in love, and he would secretly wed couples, even though it

More Blog Updates

Published on 2011-02-13 05:10:00

I tend to use cat pictures for my blog updates..meow. If I make any edits on past posts through the week, each Sunday I will post the edits I have made. My earnings have dropped significantly on this blog, and my traffic has doubled. It's a pretty ha

Venus Trine Neptune

Published on 2011-02-11 08:13:00

Venus-Neptune can quite easily dream up the perfect lover, and they need to experience true love. Venus trine Neptune has a gentle and seductive beauty, and just like the beautiful mermaid they can be all things to all people, but characterize a myst

Pluto in 6th House

Published on 2011-02-10 15:09:00

Those with Pluto in the 6th house can have an obsession with routine and ritual. The 6th house rules over our day-to-day routine of life. The 6th house also describes how we get along with our co-workers and the people we are serving and who serve u

The Astrology of Sorrow

Published on 2011-02-10 07:14:00

The astrological signature for Sorrow in the natal chart is described by planets in Pisces, Neptune and the 12th house. To feel sorrow could also be likened to feeling sorry for others, to have compassion and understanding for another’s pain. The

Emma's Hair Rewind.... Transiting Uranus square Jupiter...

Published on 2011-02-09 18:19:00

On my previous post I said transiting Uranus was conjunct Mars when Emma had this liberating (Uranus) hair-cut. I made a mistake, and usually I am quite good with guessing energies happening in a person's life. Thankfully, I checked the transits and

Uranus Transits Mars: Liberation

Published on 2011-02-09 15:48:00

The Emancipation of Mimi Mars Uranus transits can describe a period when we feel liberated in our lives, and it can be a tremendously exhilarating phase. One of the key words for Uranus - is change, but all the outer planets signify change in some f

Beauty - Revolution - Photoshoot: Uranus conjuncts Venus

Published on 2011-02-09 01:39:00

I found this great shot of Cindy Crawford, and this revolutionary beauty picture was taken in 1995 when transiting Uranus was conjunct Cindy's Venus in Capricorn on the 29th degree . The inaugural issue of George, a short lived political magazine in

Venus-Pluto: All or Nothing

Published on 2011-02-08 07:25:00

Venus-Pluto aspects enjoy committed partnerships and these people are not afraid to make the necessary changes that relationships demand. Pluto symbolizes death and rebirth, elimination and transformation. The unconscious becomes conscious through pr

Updates

Published on 2011-02-08 04:57:00

I am progressively working through some older posts and ones that are not so good are going, and posts that need a revamp or more information added will be reviewed. I am working on creating better quality through-out all the posts and integrating t

Neptune: Sacrifices

Published on 2011-02-08 01:48:00

The root word for sacrifice is derived from sacer-sacred, or holy. Sacrificing one’s life to a cause is seen in some nations as the immediate entry into paradise, and is often seen as some spiritual reward. We see some of the powerful dynamics of N

Relaxed with Technology

Published on 2011-02-07 09:56:00

This is has to be my favourite picture of the week and I was wondering who is this relaxed around technology. Although many people seek relief and escape from their daily pressure through technology, and so it may have something to do with the transi

The Astrology of Social Rejection

Published on 2011-02-07 08:30:00

I thought I would tackle the difficult subject of social rejection using astrology, and focus on the powerful effects of ostracism, social exclusion, rejection and bullying. It is not surprising that instances of social rejection have a huge and some

Transiting Neptune Trines Sun: The Fairy-Tale Aspect

Published on 2011-02-04 09:22:00

In my last post I was discussing the horoscope of Dannii Minogue and her disillusioned marriage with Julian under the transiting Neptune square Sun. However, when transiting Neptune trined her Sun, Dannii said she had met “the one” and both her l

Dannii Minogue's Horoscope

Published on 2011-02-04 07:31:00

Danni Minogue is an Australian singer, actress, and television judge. I really like Dannii as a woman and admire her intelligence and grace. Dannii has aged beautifully and she looks better now than she did in her early 20’s. I feel the essence of

Sun Trine Moon

Published on 2011-02-03 00:00:00

Those with Sun trine Moon have a harmonious balance between their self-expression and emotional response. In older astrology textbooks it indicates that the relationship with the parents is generally favourable. However, sometimes the Sun trine Moon

The Astrology of Cheating

Published on 2011-02-02 15:19:00

I am a curious cat when it comes to astrology and I was speculating on what I would see in a lover’s chart if he cheated on me. I haven’t any data for the “victims” of a cheating spouse in this small sample of charts. Still, in my previous po

Uranus in 9th House

Published on 2011-02-02 07:01:00

Uranus in the 9th house is someone who believes in freedom of beliefs, religion and liberty in their way of life. This individual can find it hard conforming to any custom of organized faith, and any form of belief which is automatically accepted. Th

Jupiter-Pluto Aspects

Published on 2011-02-02 05:09:00

Jupiter-Pluto aspects are pretty common in natal charts, and both my mother and elder brother have this combination. Coincidentally, both have invested (Pluto) in property abroad (Jupiter). Jupiter-Pluto people can have a powerful desire for growth a

Uranus in 1st House

Published on 2011-02-02 00:00:00

Those with Uranus in the 1st house can be described as having unusual and unconventional qualities, especially if Uranus is conjunct the Ascendant. Since the first house represents physical appearance as well as our personality, there may be somethi

Sun

Published on 2011-02-01 15:43:00

The Sun represents the process of defining our individuality and separate-self, by expressing our uniqueness and true individuality. Jung uses the word “individuate” when describing how we become a distinct identity. The Sun is our sense of “I

Pluto Relationships: Being in Love and Being in Danger

Published on 2011-02-01 09:02:00

I have wondered whether some women really do have the ability to spot a dangerous man and look out for those warning signs. Do these “tell-tale” signs  work and keep her away? Are they enough to encourage her to end a destructive relationship? A

Relationship Chemistry

Published on 2011-02-01 05:55:00

We are all born with a specific love relationship pattern and our unique relationship DNA can be seen in each individual natal chart. Relationship astrology can tell us a great deal about our attitudes towards relationships and the type of connection

Uranus in 3rd House

Published on 2011-02-01 00:00:00

New ideas come as fast as lightening with Uranus in the 3rd house, and the mind tends to be restless, but they don’t always do particularly well in school. Sometimes there is difficulty in early schooling because Uranus in the 3rd house learns dif

Venus-Uranus: Love at First Sight

Published on 2011-01-31 13:45:00

Aspects between Venus and Uranus describe a need for freedom in relationships and this person can detach themselves when space is needed. There is also the search for variety and new experience, and the love life may have a sparkling and unusual qual

Pluto in the 8th House

Published on 2011-01-31 12:00:00

Those with Pluto here possess the power to drastically change the lives of others. Pluto is placed in a very powerful and dominant position, but when its natural energies are obstructed it can lead to a build-up of repressed desires, which burst thro

Pluto - PTSD

Published on 2011-01-31 07:08:00

If we witness the horrors that exist in life, we are endlessly changed by our traumatic experience. The events may be so overwhelming that it impacts both psychological and biological coping mechanisms. We numb our feelings by hitting the emotional o

Venus in 12th House

Published on 2011-01-31 06:00:00

Those with Venus in the 12th house have a loving and sympathetic nature, but they often feel compelled to sacrifice their own desires and give themselves in order to feel validated. Romantic partners may be unstable or addictive personalities, but th

Mercury in Taurus

Published on 2011-01-31 00:00:00

Those born with Mercury in Taurus form conclusions based on physical facts and direct experience. The mind is tied up to material levels of thought, and they may constantly be thinking up inventive ways to make more money. Those with Mercury here are

Counting Down the Days

Published on 2011-01-30 17:29:00

Transits unfold the potential within in each natal chart, and they also make us more aware of complex patterns and the fixed beliefs we hold about ourselves. Natal charts are frozen and motionless, that is, until a transiting planet comes along and a

Friday's Film Round-up: The Lovely Bones

Published on 2011-01-28 05:05:00

The Lovely Bones is the story of a teenage girl who, after being raped and murdered watches from Heaven as her family and friends struggle to come to terms with her death. The film is based on the novel by Alice Sebold, and apparently the book is muc

Neptune Transits: Cheating, Shoplifting and Hysterical Fans

Published on 2011-01-27 15:22:00

Neptune transits can make our lives feel unreal for some time, and we can feel out of touch with reality. Neptune can also feel terribly disillusioning and we often become the victim of deception. The people that we have weaved the idealisation aroun

Neptune's Fog, Ghosts and Smoke

Published on 2011-01-26 08:01:00

We have all heard about Neptune’s fog and some of us live with heavy aspects to Neptune and probably understand it all too well. I find that all the best ghost films contain fog and there is something undeniably strange and mysterious about this la

Venus in 8th House

Published on 2011-01-26 05:32:00

The 8th house represents merging with others sexually, financially and emotionally. Planets in this house are concerned with the fundamental issues of life – birth, death and sex. Intimate relationships expose our hidden selves and close relationsh

Venus in 5th House

Published on 2011-01-25 12:07:00

The 5th house is concerned with self-expression and creativity, and it is here where we express what is special and unique about us. Romantic love is one avenue where we express these qualities, and the fifth house also rules children and our ability

Page Rank

Published on 2011-01-25 07:26:00

Google have updated their Page Rank and I have learned that I have gone up from a page rank of 3 up to 4. It is a small climb up the google meter, but it's still positive news for The Astrology Place. It gives me more incentive to improve the place a

Neptune in Aquarius

Published on 2011-01-25 05:40:00

I have been meaning to get around to writing about Neptune in Aquarius for quite some time. Neptune is currently in the critical degrees of the final air sign (27-29), and if we take a look back over the last 12-13 years, we can see what fashions, mo

Mercury in Aquarius

Published on 2011-01-25 00:00:00

Those with Mercury in Aquarius understand life through abstract thought, futuristic thinking, and ideal concepts. This person can grasp ideas quickly, and is interested in anything new, different and progressive. Mental objectivity and detachment of

Extra Terrestrial Love: Venus- Uranus

Published on 2011-01-24 14:31:00

I was listening to songs from the latest Katy Perry album, and the track E.T. I began wondering if she had any Uranus contacts, particularly relating to love partnerships. I looked up her natal chart and found Venus conjunct Uranus in Sagittarius. Pe

Venus in Pisces

Published on 2011-01-24 13:44:00

Those born with Venus in Pisces seek relationships where there is a feeling of emotional fusion. There is a strong inclination for sacrifice in personal relationships, and disillusionment may ensue when loved ones turn out to be ordinary. Pisces feel

Cupid Boy: Aries-Virgo

Published on 2011-01-24 08:18:00

Aries Sun in Aries opposite Neptune, Cassidy was idealized by millions of girls.  Mach-macho man Needs a goal Winner Direct Into everything new and flash Fast mover Temper Pushy Impulsive Not afraid to fight Hates losing Competitive Warm Confide

The Astrology of Rape

Published on 2011-01-24 05:58:00

This is just a small study on the most common astrological aspects in the charts of rapists. I admit this is basic research, but I don't always feel the need for complicated studies that are hard to digest. Most people will be born with most of these

Venus in 9th House

Published on 2011-01-20 12:48:00

Those with Venus in the 9th house may find it the norm to form relationships with people from other countries. The ninth house has been traditionally associated with travel, higher education, philosophy, religion and publishing. The individual may se

Low Self Worth, Self-Hatred and Feeling Unlovable

Published on 2011-01-19 06:40:00

I have struggled with feeling self-confident all my life, and so wondered about the astrological significations. I worked my way through all the planets and finally came to the conclusion that only Saturn and Pluto appear to be present when an indivi

Astrology Twins

Published on 2011-01-16 07:59:00

With all the recent controversy about astrology, its nice to think back to some positive astrology stories which hit the headlines and promoted the accuracy of our art. I predicted that astrology would benefit under the Jupiter-Uranus conjunction and

Rihanna

Published on 2011-01-14 05:29:00

Rihanna first dyed her hair bright red in June last year. I looked on the net for when reports appeared about this new daring look she was sporting. When she first coloured her hair, she had it cut short and it was shaved at the back. Rihanna’s hai

Mercury in Pisces

Published on 2011-01-13 05:25:00

Mercury in Pisces understands life through the imagination, music, poetry, and the visual arts. Mercury here expresses itself best when communicating creative, intuitive, and sensitive perceptions. There is an instinctive receptivity to others’ fee

Venus-Pluto Aspects

Published on 2011-01-12 09:17:00

Venus represents what we desire in life and the kind of love relationship we want. Human relationships are so complex, and they have changed rapidly over the years, and we are seeing a great number of alternative relationships emerging – gay marria

Mercury in Capricorn

Published on 2011-01-12 05:25:00

Mercury represents communication in all its various forms: the written and spoken word, talking, teaching, writing, lecturing and reasoning. Mercury symbolizes how we learn, think, and communicate, and describes what we think about, and how we talk,

The Progressed Moon

Published on 2011-01-10 17:55:00

The progressed Moon takes around 28 years to travel through all 12 signs. The Moon moves around 13 degrees a day, or, symbolically 13 degrees a year. As the progressed Moon moves around the chart, it stays in each sign for roughly two and half years.

Moon in 7th House

Published on 2011-01-10 05:23:00

The Moon represents the emotions and feelings, and the sign and house placement of the Moon indicate the emotional expression and response of the individual. Modern astrology tends to think of the Moon as representing the unconscious and habitual par

Venus in 1st House

Published on 2011-01-09 17:14:00

The first house represents the face we present to the world, and others form first impressions of us pretty fast. The first house symbolises one’s initial contact with others, and it is the “door” and entry point of the chart. Impressions are f

Love Horoscope: Element Compatibility

Published on 2011-01-09 09:32:00

Why Him, Why Her: Finding Love by Understanding your personality type, is the recent book out by anthropologist, Helen Fisher. Helen is considered a leading expert on the biology of love and attraction. According to Fisher’s research there are four

The Astrology of Cats

Published on 2011-01-07 17:51:00

I have been looking through astrology text-books to find out what planet and sign rules cats. I adore them, but the only reference made to cats in astrology books are stereotypes about Virgo spinsters living alone. I do have Saturn rising in Virgo, a

Starsailor: Love is Here

Published on 2011-01-07 16:28:00

Starsailor's Love is Here was released in 2001, and it was also their debut album; the group is based in the U.K. The first time I listened to this album, it was markedly, Neptunian. The lead singer has the voice of an angel and his songs are about l

The Water Types

Published on 2011-01-07 11:24:00

The element of water is associated with the signs of Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces. Water signs are emotional, sensitive and compassionate. Rivers run deep in this element and nothing is shallow. After a long hard day at work, we long to sink into a nic

Venus in Aquarius

Published on 2011-01-07 05:46:00

Venus in Aquarius seeks relationships which provide friendship, shared ideals, and common political views. Venus here has definite principles about relationships, and a deep sense of integrity makes any sort of betrayal unforgivable. Strong ethics gi

Neptunian Relationships: Women Who Love "Too Much"

Published on 2011-01-06 13:50:00

Women Who Love Too Much is a self-help book by Robin Norwood, and it was first published in 1986. The author is a licenced marriage, family, and child therapist and she specializes in love relationships, as well as addiction, co-addiction, comp

The Astrology of John and Yoko

Published on 2011-01-06 05:50:00

Yoko Ono's natal chart and significant transits at the time of John Lennon’s assassination reveal further astrological insights into this event. Previously, I analysed John’s horoscope after he was killed by stalker, Mark Chapman. The former Bea

Venus-Pluto Transits

Published on 2011-01-05 08:00:00

Pluto-Venus transits involve not only relationships with others, but also one’s inner feelings of self-worth and happiness. In terms of relationship issues, the individual has difficulties in expressing love in a balanced way, and overwhelming pas

Bumpy Ride

Published on 2011-01-05 05:27:00

I have been experiencing a particularly tough time in my relationship with our financial crisis increasing and mounting debt. The situation has been building since we took out the mortgage for the house and had to pay a deposit upfront, and that mean

Astrology Books for the Modern Astrologer

Published on 2011-01-02 08:46:00

Here is my list of the top books that are essential in to one’s modern astrological library. The books I have chosen are for those interested mainly in psychological astrology. Astrology for Lover’s by Liz Greene, was originally published in 198