Weekly Forecast ~ Week of July 9th ~ Eclipse Season Begins

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Eclipse season is here!  We have a solar eclipse in Cancer this week as well as Jupiter stationing direct.  It’s going to be a busy week! What do you have planned? Things are changing this week and we might not even be able to see exactly what changes are in store for us yet.  But as we learn to embrace the moment (Venus trine Uranus) and let go of what no longer serves us in our lives (New Moon Solar Eclipse) we can prepare to create a firmer foundation for a life we love (Venus trine Saturn).

Monday July 9th ~
What’s going on today:  
Moon in Taurus void-of-course at 10:10 AM MDT
Moon enters Gemini at 10:58 AM MDT
Mercury square Jupiter
Venus enters Virgo

What it means:
Mercury is all about the details whereas Jupiter is all about the big picture.  When these two planets are in square aspect there can definitely be some tension between those two areas in your life.  Maybe you have dreams of taking a big trip (Jupiter) but are having to deal with all the planning that entails (Mercury).  Or maybe you are working on decluttering your home (Mercury) but dreaming of getting newer and better items than the ones you already own (Jupiter).  Whatever it is for you it’s a great to to work on balancing your thoughts (Mercury) with a sense of optimism and faith (Jupiter). As we remind ourselves that every little thing is gonna be alright we remember that we really are blessed in this world.  

Venus enters Virgo today and we get an appreciation for precision and efficiency and for all the little things in life.  Venus in Virgo doesn’t just stop to smell the roses. She also prunes them and makes sure they are properly nourished as well.  This is the chance for you to take a look at your own environment and improve things that aren’t working quite right as well as to add some loving attention to detail to feed your own environment.  Venus in Virgo sometimes gets a bad reputation for being over critical but think of it rather as looking for improvement in everything, and being very careful in choices being made.

Questions to ask yourself:
What are you thinking about today and how can you reframe your thoughts to be more positive?  How can you balance the big picture with the details you are dealing with right now?

What details in my life need some loving attention?  How can I make my environment more beautiful and more efficient at the same time?


Tuesday July 10th ~
What’s going on today:  
Moon in Gemini void-of-course at 2:01 PM MDT
Jupiter Station Direct

What it means:
Jupiter has been retrograde since March and with the direct station we can rejoice.  Anytime a planet stations its effect is magnified and Jupiter is usually a good influence. There can be a tendency for things to get blown out of proportion though so if something like this is happening in your life trust that the root cause is just!  Sometimes things get brought to our attention that aren’t that pleasant but in actually dealing with the issue makes our life much better in the long run. Jupiter is just trying to help us out! Jupiter also has a lot to do with our faith, hope and optimism, as well as with our philosophical and spiritual perspectives so you might feel some activation in those areas of your life as well.

Questions to ask yourself:
What can you do today to be more optimistic and filled with faith?  What is looming large in your life right now and how can you resolve it for a more joyful future?


Wednesday July 11th ~
What’s going on today:  
Moon enters Cancer at 11:59 AM MDT
Venus trine Uranus

What it means:
With Venus trine Uranus there is a refreshing quality.  Both these planets are in earth signs so that also translates to a feeling of being naturally beautiful and in the moment.  Uranus truly helps us be more in the moment, and Venus is about what we love, what we appreciate, who we relate to and how we express our affection.  This combination is fun and you can often get a spark from a love interest on a day like this. Enjoy it!

Questions to ask yourself:
How can I embrace a more natural and more simple approach to beauty?  How can I be more in the moment and appreciate the things and people around me more?


Thursday July 12th ~ Solar Eclipse in Cancer
What’s going on today:  
New Moon Solar Eclipse in Cancer 20’41”
Sun opposite Pluto
Moon in Cancer void-of-course at 8:48 PM MDT

What it means:  
The sun opposes Pluto earlier in the day and this aspect is still active at the time of the eclipse so let’s talk about it first.  The sun (our ego) is opposing Pluto which can be a transformative energy. One of the symbols often associated with Pluto is the phoenix, the bird that rises from the ashes.  But in order to rise from the ashes one must first be burnt to a crisp. Not exactly the most peaceful of transformations but it is a brand new start and a complete release from the old.  With oppositions we are often challenged by “the other” and this often comes out in our relationships. If you are embracing change and willing to let to old go then you are a step ahead of most of us, and better able to handle whatever might come.  Pluto can invoke an element of fear because it truly represents the dark and unknown. But we do not have to be afraid of the darkness or the unknown as we have the sun on our side, if only we remember that we carry that light within us.

The new moon solar eclipse is the first in a series of three eclipses during this summer’s eclipse season.  The sign of Cancer is about home and family, and also about our own personal comfort zone. I think that Cancer gets a reputation for nurturing others because they are often feeling uncomfortable and so they want to do what they can to add comfort to the lives of others as well.

The Sabian Symbol for the new moon solar eclipse is “A Famous Singer Is Proving Her Virtuosity During An Operatic Performance”.  There is something incredibly nourishing about sharing our gifts and our art with the world and this new moon asks you to think about how and where you are sharing your own gifts.  If you think that you aren’t good at anything then you are wrong. THere are things that you love to do, that you are good at doing, that you can share with the people around you. When we follow our bliss we do gain appreciation for ourselves and from others.  Think about what you are “acting out” in your own life and whether or not it is worthy of an encore. If it is not then perhaps it is time to change the storyline.

Questions to ask yourself:
How can I embrace change in my life right now?  Where am I afraid and how can I bring my inner light to this area?

Where do I allow myself to shine in order to nurture the people around me?  Am I comfortable where I am in life and if not what changes can I make to create a more nurturing environment for myself and for my loved ones?


Friday July 13th ~
What’s going on today:
Moon enters Leo 11:31 AM MDT

We have a slow start to the day with a void-of-course moon following yesterday’s solar eclipse.  New moons are generally low energy times and often that feeling of low energy can extend to either side of the new moon.  The solar eclipse just makes the energy more powerful, including the feeling of being drained. Honor your body and mind and plan a morning to make slow but steady progress.  Once we hit the afternoon and the moon is in Leo we will all feel much more energetic.


Saturday July 14th ~
What’s going on today:  
Moon in Leo void-of-course at 5:12 PM MDT
Venus trine Saturn

What it means:
I have a Venus Saturn trine in my natal chart and let me tell you my experience of this aspect.  First, love and relationships has a lot to do with responsibility. Both you and your partner must say what they mean and mean what they say.  False promises have no place in this energy. If you are finding yourself in relationships that are not as authentic as you might like then it is your responsibility to love yourself enough to say no to these behavior patterns.  Because with an aspect like this actions definitely speak louder than words. But that level of commitment is beautiful and creates a safe foundation for your love to grow. Remember that Venus aspects aren’t just about romantic relationships but with all types of relationships including your relationship with money.  If you have been bullshitting yourself in any relationship today is the day to get yourself back on track. The Universe is supporting you beautifully.

Questions to ask yourself:
How strong is my relationship to myself and my relationships with other people and things?  What can I do to create better boundaries so that these relationships can thrive even more?


Sunday July 15th ~
What’s going on today:
Moon enters Virgo at 11:31 AM MDT

A relaxing end to a week with a lot going on.  The moon is void-of-course until it enters Virgo.  I take this as a signal to have a lazy morning and then to enjoy organizing your space and getting things ready for a successful week ahead.  Virgo is an earth sign so it’s a great day to get out in your garden or to go for hike in the woods.


Things are changing this week and we might not even be able to see exactly what changes are in store for us yet.  But as we learn to embrace the moment (Venus trine Uranus) and let go of what no longer serves us in our lives (New Moon Solar Eclipse) we can prepare to create a firmer foundation for a life we love (Venus trine Saturn).