Astrology by Mary MacLean

We are on the precipice of a very unusual Eclipse pattern.  On July 7^th there will be a Full Moon Eclipse at 15 degrees of Capricorn followed by a New Moon Eclipse on July 22^nd, 2009 at 29degrees of Cancer.  Another Full Moon Eclipse follows on August 6^th, 2009.  We are entering a pattern of Eclipses that are not common; however, I have found that when there is more than a NME and FME, it translates into a change in our everyday patterns.  Look at your chart and find out what aspect the natal moon makes to natal Pluto.  This will show how stressful it will be. 

This NM is not part of the Eclipse trio but it does show up with a dynamic aspect of NM in opposition to transiting Pluto.  The NM enters with a challenge.  How you deal with this challenge expresses itself in the FME of July 7^th, 2009.  Take note that this NM is in a cardinal aspect to Pluto, which screams action.  (In my experience I have noted that 7 days after the NM is another day of action, then followed by the FM seven days later.) The days to watch will be June 22^nd, 2009, June 29^th, 2009 (the quarter moon is in Libra), followed by July 7^th, 2009 (the first FME at 15 degrees of Capricorn.) They are all Cardinal positions.

  This New Moon in Cancer at 1 degree is in opposition to transiting Pluto and starting this uncommon passage.  Cancer and Capricorn are Cardinal constellations.  They tell me that this aspect is decisional, directed and loaded with initiatory change.  That’s right; you will have a big part to play in the next month.  I like to think of this as telling us a story.  It is safe to say that Mercury, Saturn, Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Uranus are all direct.   Neptune and Pluto are retrograde and Jupiter is expected to follow on June 15^th, 2009.   This is a window of time where most of the planets are direct.  Jupiter, Chiron and Neptune are still causing most of the ambient noise and distractions but your path forward starts to open.  Jupiter retrograde continues its association with Chiron and Neptune and continues keeping certain issues still nagging at you throughout this conjunction period.  Our only saving grace is that Jupiter will release its grip on this conjunction around July 23rd, 2009.  Below you will find the explanation of this New Moon in your chart.  Please read your rising sign as it will be more accurate to you personally.

ARIES-(March 21-April 19)

This New Moon falls in your 4^th house of home and core issues and is in opposition to transiting Pluto in the 10^th house of career.   Changes seem to have developed leading up to this NM and now you are faced with changes that tempt your security.  Your Aries Sun will complete the challenge and you will be staring into the eyes of a7^th house matter.  (Partnerships, business and/or personal).  Pluto in the 10^th house always signifies transformation wherever it transits.  So expect a challenge from the 4^th house changing your current position in the world. This NM does have a Mars and Venus conjunction in your 2^nd house of love and values that trines Saturn in the 6^th house exactly.   Mercury is in square to Saturn confirming that you will be uncommonly busy.   This NM ushers in a challenge and you gallantly take up the gauntlet.    Your flag is flying high emblazoned with the crest of success, promising the potential for love and money. 

TAURUS-(April 20-May 20)

This New Moon takes place in your 3^rd house of communications and community and is in opposition to transiting Pluto in the 9^th house of philosophy, legal matters and foreign affairs. Pluto in the 9^th has the ability to transform all issues of the 9^th house in its transit.  This is a slow transit but it can be intense.   The NM is always a challenge, but in a Cardinal sign, it is a challenge you must take up.  Your sense of determination and steadfastness allows you the strength and fortitude to accomplish many things and in this instance, you are bracing yourself for the upcoming task at hand.  Venus and Mars are conjunct in your 1^st house of personality and form an exact trine to Saturn in the 5^th house of children, creativity and love affairs.   You will see that this is an opportunity in disguise.  Your true nature and attractiveness are highlighted, offering you an opportunity to reveal your genuineness to the world.  This is only the beginning; the rest of the story will unfold in its own time.  

GEMINI-(May 21-June 20)

This New Moon takes place in your 2^nd house of values and personal finances and is in opposition to transiting Pluto in the 8^th house of partnership finances, sex, death and taxes.  Pluto has a transformative power as it transits the 8^th house and along with the fact that it is the natural ruler of the 8^th house.  There is a financial challenge you are about to accept. This challenge has to do with things you hold dear or value.  The opposition indicates an ending to something and, in a Cardinal sign, an opportunity to initiate action.   These may have to do with money, especially money that you receive from others.   Some 5^th house matters may come into play as a lot of energy is building up in that area. (Children, creativity and love affairs.)  Mercury is in square to Saturn in the 4^th starts a discussion that requires planning and, possibly, budgeting.  Mars and Venus conjunct in the 12^th house of the past and behind the scenes activity offer a sort of sanctuary or haven for you to retreat to in case of overexposure to reality. 

CANCER-(June 21-July 22)

This New Moon takes place in your 1^st house of personality.  It opposes transiting Pluto in your 7^th house of partnership and general public.  Not only is this a NM with a cardinal challenge, but it also takes place on the 4 most important angles of the chart.  The 1^st house, the 4^th house, the 7^th house and the 10^th house are all personal to you and involve you on a personal level.  In this case the 1^st house contains the NM and a personal challenge to transiting Pluto in your 7^th house of partnerships.  This indicates a change for you, personally, on all levels.  This indicates an ending or change that involves partnerships (business, personal or general public). From this day on the world will see you differently.  There is a wonderful grace aspect that involves Mars and Venus conjunct and in trine to transiting Saturn that brings you recognition and welcomed communications.  Try not to worry so much.  It all works out well.

LEO-(July 23-August 22)

This New Moon takes place in your 12^th house of the past, behind the scenes activity and the subconscious, and offers you a change in this area.  This NM is in a Cardinal sign and so is the transiting Pluto that is in opposition to this point.  This indicates a change that requires action on your part.  Your Leo rising gives you the countenance of a King or Queen and the regality to withstand any changes that appear before you.  This is not a surprise but not totally expected either.  It is time to communicate your plans and make plans that deal with finances and values.  Mars and Venus are in exact conjunction and trining Saturn in the 2^nd house of finances.  Opportunity is the name of this game; change and opportunity.

VIRGO-(August 23-September 22)

This New Moon takes place in your 11^th house of goals and group affiliations.   It also makes an opposition to transiting Pluto in the 5^th house of children, creativity and love affairs.  This NM brings in a change in this area; it may not be an easy change but it is an opportunity in disguise.  Saturn in your 1^st house of personality has been restructuring you, personally, and is offering you an opportunity  direct from the planet Mars and Venus in your 9^th house of philosophy, legal matters and foreign affairs.  This makes any change that you have to make very palatable.  Mercury in square to Saturn in your 1^st emanating from the 10^th asks you to make a plan and get busy.  This has been challenging just rediscovering the new you and it aint over till the fat lady sings.   Gear up for the next 6 months because many ambitions come to fruition.

 LIBRA-(September 23-October 22)

This New Moon takes place in your 10^th house of career and standing in the community in opposition to transiting Pluto in the 4^th house of home.   Look for changes emanating from the home and career in the next couple of weeks.  Transiting Pluto in the 4^th house indicates that core issues and beliefs will be challenged in the coming years.  There is a Mars Venus conjunction that sits in your 8^th house of partnership resources and trines Saturn in the 12^th house of the past and behind the scenes activity.  This trine will be opportunistic for you in terms of money from others and situations that arise behind the scenes or from 12^th house matters. There is a lot of thinking and planning happening wherever you are and wherever you go.   I can promise you that you will be busy, busy and busy in the coming two months.  There are changes to deal with but the focus is in getting rid of old unnecessary emotional baggage.

SCORPIO-(October 24-November 22)

This New Moon takes place in your 9^th house of philosophy, legal matters and foreign affairs and makes an opposition aspect to transiting Pluto in the 3^rd house of communications and community.  This is a strong aspect and cardinal in nature so changes will abound. Pluto will be transiting your 3^rd house of communications and community for quite a few years.  The promise is to transform your communications and community, including your relationships with brothers and sisters. Now I know changes are not your cup of tea but sometimes they happen for a reason and, after all is over and done, you will be glad they happened.  Your nature is sensitive but not changeable.   You are cautious and worried but never looking forward to unexpected changes.  There is a Mars Venus conjunction in your 7^th house that makes a glorious trine to Saturn in the 11th house of goals.  Imagine your goals as ripe cherries for the picking on the golden tree of life.  Planning and communications are about to take center stage. 

SAGITTARIUS-(November 22-December 21)

This New Moon takes place in your 8^th house of partnership finances, sex, death and taxes.   It forms an opposition aspect to transiting Pluto in your 2^nd house of personal finances and values. This Pluto transit through your 2^nd house will definitely becoming more and more important in the coming years. It promises transformation in values and finances.  Interesting, eh! These planets are in Cardinal signs and signify a strong change is about to take place or already has in the last week or so.  This will have to do with resources that are available to you and some that are not available yet.  There is a wonderful Mars Venus conjunction in your 6^th house of everyday work that trines Saturn in your 10^th house of career.  Positive options appear to be available to you through your work.     Mercury is diligently making plans with and about partnerships. Your carefree sense of freedom may be nipped in the bud around this time as you will be taking more things under consideration with all your decisions.  Communications can blur your decisions so be aware.  It’s time to step up to the plate and make some dreams come true.

 CAPRICORN-(December 22-January 19)

This New Moon takes place in your 7^th house of partnerships, either business or personal.  It makes an aspect to transiting Pluto in the 1^st house of personality.  With Pluto in this position you are finding that there is little need to hide your personal feelings under a basket.  As a matter of fact, it will be impossible for you not to engage your feelings of personal power.  Pluto in the 1^st house has a way of intensifying your personality and any new ability that you recognize in yourself.  Pluto in the 1^st house also puts the spotlight on you.  This NM in the 7^th brings in a challenge from partnerships.  You are wonderfully manipulative at this time and are not even aware of it.  Step back and try to see your life from a different vantage point.  Try to see the whole forest and not just the tree in front of you.  There is a wonderful trine from Mars and Venus in your 5^th house to Saturn in the 9^th house of legal matters, foreign affairs, philosophy and higher education.  Opportunities fall in your lap from 5^th house issues.  You may be getting ready for a vacation.

AQUARIUS-(January 20-February 19)

This New Moon takes place in your 6^th house of everyday work and health.  It forms a direct opposition to transiting Pluto in the 12^th house of the past, institutions and the subconscious.  Pluto transiting the 12^th house will get rid of all of the emotional baggage you carry about with you.  It may take awhile but it is thorough.  The NM in this position offers you a challenge from your everyday work or from a health matter.  The challenge may involve old preconceived ideas that don’t allow you to perform as well as you could or a health matter may show up that needs attention.  Mars and Venus conjunct in your 4^th house of home trine Saturn in the 8^th of other people’s money.  (A wonderful aspect for money from others.)   The trio of Neptune, Chiron and Jupiter in your 1^st house may hinder you from seeing things clearly.  There may be some pie in the sky expectations that need to be harnessed. 

PISCES-(February 20-March 20)

This New Moon takes place in your 5^th house of children, creativity and love affairs. It forms an opposition aspect to Pluto in the 11^th house of goals.  If you haven’t noticed by now, Pluto transiting the 11^th house will transform your goals, friends and group affiliation during its transit.  The challenge comes from the 5^th house and indicates that you are about to make a decision about 5^th house matters.  The conflict arises when these changes seem to be uncomfortable in terms of where you are going.  There is a wonderful trine from Mars and Venus in your 3^rd house of communications and community that trines Saturn in the 7^th house of partnership promising dealing with the public will definitely be a plus during this time.  Mercury in your 4^th house of home is keeping you hopping with making plans that include partners.  This is a peak point so enjoy yourself.

As we look at the beginning of June, it is safe to say that Mercury, Saturn, Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Uranus are all direct.   Neptune and Pluto are retrograde and Jupiter is expected to follow on June 15^th, 2009.   This is a perfect time to start whatever has been pending or whatever you want to begin.  This is a window of time where most of the planets are direct.  Jupiter, Chiron and Neptune are still causing most of the ambient noise and distractions but your path forward starts to open.  Jupiter retrograde continues its association with Chiron and Neptune and continues keeping certain issues still nagging at you throughout this conjunction period.  This unknowing stays with us well into February 0f 2010.  Our only saving grace is that Jupiter will release its grip on this conjunction around July 23rd, 2009.   All of these planets have been in square to retrograde Mercury and are still in square to Mercury direct even thru this FM.  At this point in everyone’s life there are issues that cannot be concluded and that you feel are totally out of your control. These issues will continue to be unresolved for a time but we must try to accept the status quo and live within the boundaries we have set up for ourselves.   If you have other means of enduring the unknown energize them.  Enough about unknowns, let’s get into the known.

This Full Moon contains a Mutable T square with the Moon at 17 degrees of Sag, Saturn at 15degrees of Virgo and the Sun at 17degrees of Gemini.  The energy from this T- square empties into the house that holds 17 degrees of Pisces.  So take your chart in hand and locate the house that holds the FM, as this is where the changes will take place;  however, the focus will be from the house that holds 17 degrees of Pisces.   We continue to experience the trio of unknowns looming over our heads like grey rain clouds and, of course, still in square to Mercury giving us plenty to talk about.  On the brighter side there is a trine aspect from Mars and Venus to Pluto that gives us something to feel good about.  

Below you will find the explanation of this New Moon in your chart.  Please read your rising sign as it will be more accurate to you personally.

ARIES-(March 21-April 19)

This Full Moon takes place in your 9^th house of philosophy, higher education, foreign affairs and legal matters.  This FM is in a Mutable T-square to Saturn at 15 degrees in your 6^th house of everyday work and health and the Sun at 17 degrees of Gemini, in your 3^rd house of communications and community.  This setup portends to change.  If you follow the energy of the T-square, you will find it they lead you to the 12^th house of institutions and behind- the-scenes activity.  Think of subconscious issues that you may be battling on a philosophical level. The trios of unknowns are still hovering but you are learning to live with it. Uranus is in good aspect to Mercury opening the doors to unexpected communications.  Venus and Mars are in trine to Pluto in the 10^th house promising the potential for love and money. 

TAURUS-(April 20-May 20)

This Full Moon takes place in your 8^th house of partnership finances and other people’s money.  It forms a mutable T-square to the current transiting Saturn in your 5^th house of children and creativity and the Sun in your 2^nd house of values and love. (Changes) The most important note is that all of the energy of this T-square empties out into your 11^th house of goals.  Think changes in financial goals.  Mars and Venus are in your 1^st house amplifying your charisma by trining Pluto in the 9^th house.  There is a great aspect between Uranus and Mercury making communications a reliable resource.  There are still dark clouds in the career area of your chart but resist the urge to dwell on the unknown.

 GEMINI-(May 21-June 20)

This Full Moon takes place in your 7^th house of partnerships (business or personal).  The FM forms a Mutable T-square to Saturn in the 4^th  house of home and core issues and the Sun in your 1^st house of personality.  Because of the placement of the Sun, Saturn, and the FM in angular houses, these changes will be on a personal level.  The outlet for this energy is the 10^th house of career. There are major changes taking place in partnerships and dealing with the public, all due to career objectives.  You are a major player in this life drama.  Some matters are still in worry-mode but communication has opened the door to emotional negotiations.   Venus and Mars are in your 12^th house- of-behind the scenes activity giving new life to your 8^th house of sex, death and taxes.

 CANCER-(June 21-July 22)

This Full Moon takes place in your 6^th house of everyday work and health.  It forms a T-square that includes your Saturn in the 3^rd house and the Sun transiting the 12^th house.  The energy from these planets empty into your 9^th house of philosophy, legal matters, foreign affairs and higher education promising changes that revolve around 9^th house matters.  Interestingly enough, these changes take place in your everyday work or health area.  Other people’s money and partnership funds still hold the planetary trio of financial chaos and invite you to worry.  Communications lead to unexpected realizations when it comes to your goals.  Venus and Mars are holding court in your 11^th house of goals cooking up some pleasant surprises. 

LEO-(July 23-August 22)

This Full Moon takes place in your 5^th house of creativity, children and love affairs.  It also forms a Mutable T-square to Saturn in your 2^nd house of values and the Sun in your 11^th house of goals.  The energy from this T-square empties into the 8^th house of partnership finances, other people’s money, sex, death and taxes.  This will be the area that requires the most attention and will express the FM in your 5^th house.   Think of your money needs.  Partnership issues are still in a state of confusion and the resolutions are not forthcoming yet.  Venus and Mars are in excellent aspect to Pluto in your 6^th house providing praise and applause.  Communications are at a high and unexpected developments arise spontaneously.

 VIRGO-(August 23-September 22)

This Full Moon takes place in your 4^th house of home and core issues.  It forms a Mutable T-square to transiting Saturn in the 1^st house of personality and the Sun in the 10^th house of career. This combination releases all of its energy into the 7^th house of partnerships.  Think changes in the home due to partnerships.  (Business or personal)  This is important as these are angular houses and changes that take place in theses houses are always of a personal nature.  The ungainly trio of chaos still looms in your 6^th house of everyday work and health.  Saturn in your 1^st house is going direct completing issues that you have been trying to attain for the last 9 months.  Venus and Mars in your 9^th house are trining your transiting Pluto in the 5^th house of children, creativity and love affairs.  There are good times on your agenda. 

LIBRA-(September 23-October 22)

This Full Moon takes place in your 9^th house of philosophy, higher education, foreign affairs and legal matters.  The most important thing to acknowledge in this set up is that the planets involved in this Mutable T-square are primarily mental houses and secondly, tertiary houses. This tells me that these changes of the current FM involve you on a personal level; however, think of these as changes due to revamped priorities or ideas.  This is a time to get rid of all the old emotional baggage that we take with us on our continuing journey through life.  The changes that take place in the 3^rd house have to do with communications and your current work and living environment.  Think changes in your neighborhood or in the work place.  Children, creative endeavors and romance still have some unresolved issues that need to be explored.  Try to look ahead without letting go of the moment.

 SCORPIO-(October 24-November 22)

This Full Moon takes place in your 2^nd house of personal values, personal finances and love.  There is a basic change that takes place deep inside you on your level of values.  This Mutable T-square involves the 2^nd house of values, the 11^th house of goals, and the 8^th house of partnership finances, etc. etc.  The energy of these three houses empties into the 5^th house of children, creativity and love affairs.  You may be thinking that you are not being appreciated or not respected by children or the people closest to you.  This can be a hurtful thing to deal with and find a sense of peace.  You may be spending money on children or close relationships. The best option yet is that you are in Vegas spending lots of money and having a ball.  All three are possible. You get to pick.  Some home issues are still looming in a dark cloud overshadowing your mental Vegas escape.  Venus and Mars are sending you complimentary and interesting communications.

SAGITTARIUS-(November 22-December 21)

This Full Moon takes place in your 1^st house of personality and how people see you.  This is also the area to look for any kind of travel and movement personal to you.  Since this FM takes place in the 1^st house, you are guaranteed a lot of movement.  The Mutable T-square involves the 1^st house, the 10^th house of career and the 7^th house of partnership (Business or personal).  The energy from these planets all empty into the 4^th house of home making  the 4^th house a focal point in this FM.  You may very well be traveling because of home or deeper issues of the 4^th house.  These changes carry some benefits for you.  Communications with children and/or lovers tend to hide some issues that need to be seen in the light of day.  Mars and Venus in your 6^th house of everyday work and health seem to be showering you with accolades and financial appreciation.

 CAPRICORN-(December 22-January 19)

This Full Moon takes place in your 12^th house of hidden matters, the subconscious, the past.  The Mutable T-square involves Saturn in the 9^th house of legal matters, higher education, foreign affairs and philosophy and the 6^th house of everyday work and health and, of course, the FM in the 12^th house.  This is a lot of energy but I feel that it is ethereal energy.  What I mean by that is that it seem s to all take place on a mental or emotional plane.  The changes take place in the background of your life, or subconscious and focus on family members or communications.  Just the fact that Saturn squares the Moon during this FM makes me uncomfortable. Issues that deal with children and love affairs are pleasantly laid in your lap.  Financial issues are still hovering and causing some background anxiety. 

AQUARIUS-(January 20-February 19)

This Full Moon takes place in your 11^th house of goals.  The Mutable T-square  of Saturn in the 8^th house of partnership funds, the Sun in your 5^th house of children, creativity and love affairs and the FM in the 11^th house combine their energy and direct it to the unoccupied 2^nd house of personal finances and values.  Your personal finances hold the key to a change in your goals.  New developments cause you to change direction.  There are some goals that you have been working on for awhile that have been slow to show up on the positive side of life’s ledger or garner any financial sympathy.  Things will be changing, as will your attitude.  You are in a funk and don’t know how to escape.  You are talking a lot about the future but there are many questions that go unanswered.  Venus and Mars provide you with some respite from the outside world.

PISCES-(February 20-March 20)

This Full Moon takes place in your 10^th house of career.  The Mutable T-square involved in this FM brings changes to your 10^th house because that is where the FM takes place, but in reality, it produces some movement on a personal level also.  Saturn in the 7^th house of partnerships puts the focus on you and your personality.  You may feel as if you are receiving more attention than you have had in the past and you are right.  This is all about you, your career and the choices you have made in the last two years.  Communications bring some desired focus on your goals and offer interesting pathways to travel.  Expect the unexpected and run with it.   The cosmic trio secluded in your 12^th house constantly reminds you of the looming unanswered questions.  Life is good and you will survive.