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Greetings Earthlings,

Can you believe that we’re almost through this year? 2022 will soon be in the rearview mirror, and as my brother-in-law likes to remind me – we only look in the rearview mirror 10% of the time. The most valuable thing we can do for ourselves at this time (always, really) is to remain present. The gift is in the present. Sagittarius energy is a cosmic teacher and uses the present moment as a vital tool.

In the present moment, I am writing about a cosmic event in the future while simultaneously having an epiphany about my life which occurred in the past. Therein lies the multi-faceted nature of Sagittarius and Gemini.

While the Sun travels through Sagittarius, highlighting its opposite sign of Gemini and activating both Pisces and Virgo, a great illumination of the changeable nature of who you are is revealed. Perhaps you are a twin? Or perhaps there is a twin flame in your life, or one is about to enter it. Perhaps this twin is an aspect of you.

We start off this month with a waxing Moon. The Sagittarian New Moon the day before Thanksgiving (Nov 23) infused the globe with light and optimism. The prevailing truth-fire of Sagittarius burns away the duality of its opposite sign, Gemini. With the bright focus of the Archer, we’re able to set our sights beyond conflict and destruction, beyond greed and divisiveness. The invitation is to rise up, to see further and to hope. As one old activist said, “be hopeful, it leads to action.”

Without hope, there’s despair and despair is apathetic. And apathy is a killer. It does no-one any good. This is fire time which is action time. Inner and outer action. Connecting with others, sharing ideas, doing something that makes things better, not worse. This is a personal CHOICE as well as a collective one.

For some time now, there’s been talk about us transcending this tormented 3D world. We’re doing our best to move to the 5^th dimension where there is no time. This place is the New Earth. It exists as an overlay atop the one we currently live in. Like parallel realities. When you pray or mediate, when you’re in a state of peace and love, you’re in the New Earth.

Abundant Jupiter, Sagittarius’s ruling planet, is now direct. There is forward movement, however, active Mars is still retrograde. Two steps forward, one step back? Maybe, but more likely the drive to transcend our foibles is stronger than the urge to regress. We are very ready to evolve. You can feel this in yourself. You want inner liberation.

This is tested at the Gemini Full Moon on December 7^th (9:08 pm MT) where the Moon and Mars are exactly conjunct at 16° Gemini opposite the 16° Sagittarian Sun. The presence of Mars gives both energy and a warning. In Gemini, there are two minds, two opinions, perhaps a conflict. Can you use this energy to identify, or maybe even integrate, your inner (or outer) conflict? If that seems like too much, then it’s best to lie low and let this megastorm of a Moon pass by.

On the other hand… Ms. Venus, who recently moved one of the tentacles of her five-pointed star, is at the Galactic Center during this Full Moon. What on Earth? Exactly! Messages of love and wisdom stream into our consciousness at this time. Make time to listen in via art, mediation, writing etc.  Truth is coming through, people. It’s landing in your hearts and minds. Illumination is the gift of Now.

Meanwhile, back in the Cosmos, little Mercury (entered Capricorn the day before the Full Moon) encourages us to be practical, to think long term. Mercury will retrograde in this most earthy sign at the end of the year.

Late on December 9^th, Venus also enters Capricorn, turning our attention to that which endures.

On the 19^th, the Sun connects with the Galactic Center, the most mysterious wormhole of our galaxy where a perennial event horizon occurs. This occurs around this time every year affording us a glimpse  of eternity. Can you imagine it? Eternity? Open yourself wide. Move aside the rigid beliefs and opinions – we’re entering sacred space.

December 20^th, wise Jupiter re-enters Aries. At last – the beginning is here again! Jupiter crossed this point once already earlier this year but whatever fresh starts you made may have been delayed… until now. Get ready to plant the seeds of hope and transcendence at the coming New Moon. The wisdom and insight you need is available to you.

The afternoon of December 21^st the Sun leaves Sagittarius for Capricorn and the turning of the light at winter solstice. This is another powerful, magical occurrence as regular as life itself. Find a way to celebrate it.

And now… drum roll please… the one and only Capricorn New Moon of the year. December 23^rd early in the morning (MT). This fresh start occurs at the very beginning of Capricorn suggesting that whatever new things we’re thinking or putting together will require attention and care. Think about building something enduring from the ground up. That’s what this New Moon is about. Building something new, from the very beginning. With five celestial bodies in earthy, pragmatic Capricorn this New Moon puts your focus on the most practical and sensual part of your life. Don’t forget that Mars remains retrograde in Gemini: it’s possible that this fresh start feels familiar to you. In an exact square (angle of tension and action) with learned Jupiter, it could be an invitation to test the boundaries you’ve placed on your life.

Christmas Day and the Moon, newly in social Aquarius, invites you to open your mind.

The month ends as Mercury and Venus approach stern Pluto. Insights and possibilities exist. As always, stay tuned to your inner voice. Mercury turns retrograde early on the 30^th. We’re going to enter 2023 with two retrograde planets. Do you need to go back a little before going forward? There’s gold and grief in what came before. Take the time to understand and integrate that in this present moment.

Thanks for being with me this year, in all my changes. I so appreciate your readership. If you want a reading for 2023, please reach out. And remember: you matter, we’re all connected, Earth is our home and love is our destination.

Your astrologer,

Dulce

The desk light casts a soft, clear glow. The salt lamp gleams. I’m in my new-to-me house. We’re starting to fuse together, the house and I. There were, and still are, many things that need to be taken care of. At the same time there was, and still is, intense astrology to navigate. Yet I was quick, trusted my gut and remain (so far) committed to the decisions I’ve made.

I change the leaves in a calendar I stored in a box back in May. From May to October, to November. That’s the eclipse cycle we’re in. That’s the cosmic path we’re on right now.

Are our actions subject to personal scrutiny? Of course they are. It’s what happens when Mars retrogrades in Gemini, and that’s happening now and will continue to do so until mid-Jan 2023. Will you experience regrets? Maybe, but that’s not the purpose of this time.

Consider November your deep-dive month, my friend. Venus in all her wisdom, shifts a point on her five-pointed star; pointing us in new directions, toward previously unknown places of love. Yes, there’s a new Venus star the very same time her boyfriend Mars is retrograde. This unique cosmic moment brings reflection. You may become aware of your own aggression. Aware of your need for love and comfort. There’s no denying the basic feelings that come with this time. This whole period is a game changer that needs your quiet attention.

The month begins in Scorpio – your annual opportunity to discover what typically lies in your shadow. Boo! Halloween is the perfect Scorpio holiday!

The big news is the Full Moon Taurus eclipse on November 8^th, General Election Day in the USA. At this Full Moon eclipse, change agent Uranus is exactly conjunct the Moon and opposite the Sun. Uranus is the great unknown, a disruptive force that shatters the status quo. Uranus and stern Saturn are in their on again, off again square at this eclipse. Both Mercury and Venus are involved, and Mars, Neptune and Jupiter have a say in it too. What about you? What does all this mean for you? Let yourself change things up. Listen in. Feel things out. Stay grounded and yet flexible. Bring out your internal acrobat!

Early on November 22^nd, the Sun enters Sagittarius and prepares the inner fire. In our culture at this time of year, we rush around, visit with one another, spend lots of money and eat too much. The real intent of the Sagittarian period is to tend to the inner fire in preparation for your next act of personal creation. Don’t forget to do that!

The Sagittarian New Moon the afternoon of November 23^rd features Mercury and Venus, both now in Sagittarius along with the Moon and Sun. This is a fresh start. A feeling of hope in new directions. It’s good vibes for Thanksgiving which takes place the very next day.

Your new plans may require a period of cosmic gestation. Be patient. Recognize that rest and renewal are qualities shared by all creatures. You may only see results in the new year, and then only partially. There are many unknowns. The month ends as Mars faces off against those he loves. Don’t take things personally. Stay away from aggressive people.

Jupiter has returned to the last degrees of Pisces. Renew your spiritual practice. Prepare for a new age. It is coming.

Remember, you matter, we’re all connected, Earth is our home and love is our destination.

Your astrologer,

Dulce  

Greetings Earthlings,

I write to you from a dimly lit, old house. The tall golden oak doorframes are both graceful and majestic. Antiques twinkle dully from the doily-covered walnut dresser. Light shines through the ancient stained glass. I move quietly here. There’s no internet, no television. It’s a shrine to an old lady, an angel they say, who died over 30 years ago. It’s as if she could walk in at any minute and find her things just as she left them. I’ve been graciously allowed to live here while I renovate a house; a house built the same year I was born and one that was cruelly used by renters and neglected by the landlord. 

It’s a fitting project for this time in my life, during this Mercury retrograde. Soon the house will be refreshed and livable; Mercury and Pluto will turn direct, and all that has been waiting in the wings will move forward. Venus is in a new cycle as an evening “star” and travels with the Sun at twilight.

 October is a transitional month. It holds open a cosmic door in between retrogrades and provides an eclipse activating an old cycle. Let’s see what this month holds for us.

October begins slowly, but only just. Deep, systemic change is upon us. Saturn squares Uranus. It’s hard to maintain the status quo when these two resonate with tense vibration. Where in your life are you trying to break through to something bolder? What are you desperately trying to keep the same? 

Mercury is still retrograde, back in Virgo, preparing to turn direct. There’s no end to speculation regarding finances as Venus and the Sun are in Libra and opposite abundant Jupiter. Aesthetics predominate. Make something beautiful.

Mercury turns direct early on the 2nd and things flow again. Practical matters need attention as the Moon and Pluto connect in Capricorn. As I’ve mentioned before, my late husband used to say that the greatest expense in life is failure to pay attention. Pay attention to your life and health, my friends!

The next few days continue pragmatically. Take care of business.

The 6th through the 7th, the Libra Sun opposes tender Chiron. Relationships need healing. Connect with people whose vibration lifts you up. Make your unique contribution.

October 8th, and the Moon moves through Aries, connecting with Chiron as it grows fat. Take care of yourself and those you love. This is a healing time.

The Aries Full Moon on October 9th holds a lot of energy and is deeply sensitive. It brings all our differences to the surface at the Saturn/Uranus square. Mercury, returning to the last degrees of analytical Virgo, opposes Jupiter. There are a lot of opinions out there! The Moon conjuncts Chiron and Venus opposes Chiron. That’s a lot of pain. It’s a lot of healing too. There are many factors you’re unable to control at this Full Moon. Other people have their agendas. Stay organized and practice gratitude; lots of it.

Here’s a poem that reminds me of these times. It’s by our cherished poet Wendy Videlock, and it first appeared in Rattle Magazine,:

On The Practice of Opine

So many blessings,

so many complaints –

Let’s 

be honest if 

opinion 

were a religion

we’d all be saints.

***

That cracks me up! It’s so true.

October 10th, and Mercury re-enters Libra bringing back conversations, projects and friendships. 

Surprises are possible on the 11th as the Moon conjuncts Uranus and forms an awkward angle. Your values may not be other peoples. Perhaps this is the moment when you refine your values to better suit your growth.

The next few days bring rapid change as the Moon travels through Gemini and meets Mars.

The 15th through the 17th the emotional Cancer Moon helps you access your true feelings.

The 18th through the 19th the Leo Moon brings steady confidence. Yet on the 19th Mercury opposes Chiron requiring a delicate hand and thoughtful responses. 

Meanwhile, Venus continues to travel with the Sun and becomes conjunct on the 20th. Financial matters are a hot topic. Relationships are magnified, some may disappear completely while others are reborn.

The 20th through the 23rd, the Virgo Moon is a grounding rod. Get back to basics and take care of details, including your health.

Energy shift on the 23rd as Venus precedes the Sun into Scorpio. Depth becomes important as does deliberation. Slow and steady is the best speed. Mars is getting ready to stop and turn backwards. Mars is the ancient ruler of Scorpio. It seems the cosmos is pointing us inward.

The 24th is your opportunity to prepare for the coming Scorpio New Moon solar eclipse. Get centered. Saturn turns direct and begins to pull out of its tense relations with Uranus. You can begin to build now.

October 25th is a 2* Scorpio New Moon solar eclipse which includes Venus also at 2*. Three celestial bodies (Sun, Moon and Venus) form an angle of adjustment with Jupiter, poised to return to Pisces. Something is afoot my friends! Some deep rearranging at our combined root. Tap into your deepest desires and hold fast to the light. Consider your life 18 years ago (around 2004) when this same point was eclipsed. Is there anything there that is similar to this period?

On the 27th, Jupiter re-enters Pisces inviting a return to your most precious spiritual truths. Jupiter will stay in Pisces until winter solstice. At that time it will return to Aries, bringing us back to the beginning point we keep traversing.

Until the 27th, the growing Scorpio Moon carries intent. From there to the 29th the Sagittarius Moon brings hope. It resonates with strengthening Saturn and opposes active Mars. Consider your plans. Reflect on your path.

Mercury enters Scorpio on the 29th. The energy has tipped toward our fears and phobias, toward our passions. Be willing to enter the so-called darkness of your own shadows. Prepare to liberate them in the light of awareness.

The month ends as Mars slows and stations. The inner journey is now accompanied by a warrior. Be bold, friends! Slow downs are possible. Pace yourself.

November brings a Full Moon eclipse and changes. Stay tuned to your inner wisdom. Keep pumping love and gratitude into the matrix. We’re lucky to be here.

And remember, you matter; we’re all connected, Earth is our home and love is our destination.

Your astrologer,

Dulce

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Greetings Earthlings,

Energy shifts and swirls this month of September, as it always does. It carries the vibration of Virgo, which is associated with healing, harvest and purification. September moves through light and dark at equinox, and into the scales of Libra where wholeness is found.

Mercury is a big player this month, turning retrograde, helping us search inwardly for outer expression. Active Mars cruises through chatty Gemini only to pause and retrace its steps late October to early January making the actions of September moments to later reflect upon.

Get your business done and your complicated merchandise (computers, phones, cars etc.) purchased before September 9^th when Mercury stations to turn retrograde. Mercury will turn direct October 2nd.

Virgo reminds us to take care of the details of life. These include the molecular structure of things, self-nourishment (massage, yoga, deep baths, long walks); service to other beings – human, animal, and plant; tending to our environments – sweeping, laundry. All this and more is Virgo. The girl on her horse, that’s Virgo. Tap into that part of yourself. Know that by activating your Virgo you’re actively organizing the life you’re choosing to live.

This is a lesson we’re all relearning. Jupiter is retrograde in Aries … we’ve made steps into our new lives and now we take that wisdom inside to assimilate it. Jupiter turns direct at 29* Pisces around Thanksgiving on November 25^th. Let this Virgo/Libra month of September help you put it all together. Virgo/Libra partners us with nature. Our organic selves need the friendship of the plants and trees around us. This is an ancient relationship. Renew it. Immerse yourself. Reconnect.

Here’s how the month unfolds:

The month begins with a waxing Scorpio Moon encouraging you to dig deep. Don’t give up, friends!

September 2^nd and 3^rd the Sagittarian Moon lifts spirits. This is great adventure energy for the USA holiday weekend.

On the 2^nd, little Mercury in Libra opposes big Jupiter in Aries. What a teeter-totter! Companionship through independence?

On the 3^rd Mars reaches 8* Gemini — the point it will retrograde back to in January. Herein begins the Mars shadow period but not its retrograde phase. Don’t get too hung up this. One way to work with Mars in Gemini is to befriend someone. Consider finding a twin, or maybe a twin flame will show up! Another thing to realize is that all the seeds you’ve been conjuring up now are being blown into the world. Don’t scatter your energy while Mars travels through the sign of the Twins. Ride it as you would a wild wave. Be willing, not willful. Pay attention. As my late husband used to say: “the greatest expense in life is failure to pay attention.”

September 5^th is Labor Day here in the USA, and in keeping with the notion of work, Venus takes off her party clothes and puts her gardening gloves on as she shifts from Leo to Virgo.

September 6^th, the Capricorn Moon meets Pluto and trines Uranus; notice how you feel about your work and/or duties.

The 8^th and the Moon, now in Aquarius meets Saturn. Commitments matter.

The Moon comes to fullness in Pisces on September 10^th. Inner messages emerge. Creativity helps you tap into them. Neptune, Pisces’s ruler, is near the fat Moon. Emotions abound. Water matters. Mercury retrogrades at this Full Moon. One way or another, we’ll learn something. Don’t hesitate to slow down and reflect.

September 11^th is a sad day here in the USA. The Aries Moon meets Jupiter and it’s easy to feel alone, or, conversely, vitally focused on a new path. Allow yourself to change. Uranus trines the Virgo Sun.

September 12^th, healing continues as Chiron caresses the Moon as she passes by.

The 13^th through early on the 15^th, the Moon moves through solid Taurus and forms loving connections with Venus and the Sun. Ah! Breathe a sigh of relief.

Things speed up over the next few days as the Moon travels through Gemini and meets Mars.

On the 17^th the Sun opposes Neptune. Neptune has been retrograde in Pisces since the end of June and will turn direct in early December at 22*Pisces. This month the Sun opposes it on September 17^th. Consider this a flashlight shining on the thing you’ve been looking for.

September 18^th through the 20^th the Cancer Moon pulls us back to love and home and on the 20^th opposes Pluto. Open up.

The Sun trines Pluto on the 21^st continuing your transformation and intimacy with the natural world.

Equinox occurs the evening of September 22, 2022, as the Sun enters 0*Libra with little Mercury opposite Jupiter, both of whom are retrograde. Your new beginning begins, again. Consider the frontiers and slow down into your perfect balance point. This is a pivotal moment.

Venus opposes Neptune, it’s dreamtime. The imaginal realm beckons. It’s fun playing with your energy field.

The 23^rd, Mercury reenters Virgo. There remain some things to do. Read the small print!

The 23^rd to the 25^th the Moon wanes to darkness through Virgo. The mind, spirit, body and heart connect. Do something magical.

The Moon leaves Virgo to become new for the Libra New Moon on the 25^th. The New Moon is similar to the Equinox chart with an opposition to Jupiter. Objects from the Kuiper Belt resonate at these early cardinal degrees suggesting the presence of ancient alien wisdom. Assimilate the downloads. Let your body hold more light. Shadow reveals the corners that need care. Be willing to let yourself receive and to find the place you resonate best.

On the 26^th partnerships build with the waxing Moon. It can feel sensitive as Chiron connects from across the sky. These are incredibly healing times!

The 27^th and 28^th, loving Venus prepares to leave Virgo traveling over the same points Mercury has already traversed twice. Perfection is found.

Venus enters her home sign of Libra on September 29^th and comes into an opposition with Jupiter. How much is enough? How much is too much? Tune into your aesthetic.

The month ends on a happy and expansive note. There are other worlds my friend, and they live within you. The Moon enters fiery Sadge trines its ruling planet Jupiter in Aries: new frontiers beckon. Hopefully you’ll have done your Virgo diligence by tending to the earthy components of your life. The Libra energy carries you into eclipse season and the rest of the year. How have you organized things? With whom have you partnered?

Remember – you matter. We are all connected. Earth is our home and love is our destination.

Your astrologer,

Dulce

Greetings Earthlings,

Here we are in Leo country! What was the last Cancer journey like for you? How was the swim in the depths of your own being? It was revealing to me and I actually got to splash in the sea! It was delicious and cold.

Now we’re experiencing fire energy. During this Leo time we don the robe of our hero and go on our unique mythical quest. You might fight dragons and fall in love. You’ll have to practice confidence and grace; dance and laugh a lot. You might start to look a little bit like a lion and may hear yourself roaring. Don’t forget that Leo can be a quiet kitty too. Resting and purring are excellent pursuits this month. The Sun will leave Leo and enter Virgo on August 22, changing things up once again to bring in simplicity, order and industry. 

Go ahead and tap into your Leo — your particular type of courage and cheer this month. And then find your Virgo — the part that loves nature and whose place is found in healing and work.

August starts with Mars moving into conjunction with Uranus, the cosmos’s agent of change. This is kind of crazy and weird. I really urge you to practice caution. You can get a lot done and there may be exciting shifts in what is otherwise a static environment. Nonetheless, I would like you to please act sensibly and not take on any bold adventures from July 31 to the end of August 1.

Major breakthroughs are likely under these changing skies. Pay close attention to what is emerging from within. I’m becoming aware of my misperceptions and the guiding role illusion has had in my life. I was beset with fevers as a child. Tick fever, malaria, chickenpox, mumps, German measles. I got it all and I spent a lot of time in the hospital. I saw flowers come out of flower pots and dance on mantels. I saw faces pressed into the fabric of curtains against windows. I was deeply influenced and shaped by my childhood in Africa and the fevers that beset me. Now, under these rapidly changing cosmic conditions you and I need to be more flexible and truthful with ourselves. Fantasy is helpful but doesn’t always work. It takes courage to accept life as it is. Courage comes from the heart — it’s a Leo thing.

Leo is your will power and the Leo Sun and Venus connect with Jupiter in Aries this month. It feels like there’s nothing you can’t do. Meanwhile, the United States continues to traverse its Pluto return. Personally and collectively we continue to vibrate with the consequences of our actions. 

Take heart my friends; be strong. Align yourself with the brightest of lights. This is your Leo time and on the 22nd it will shift to your Virgo time. In your Virgo time you will put flowers in your hair, tend to your gardens, organize your life, and love others with a kind hand. There is great joy in service. 

Keep your wits about you on August 1 when Mars and Uranus conjunct.

August 4 Mercury enters Virgo. This is your cue to feel into your inner alignment.

Stay close to your intuition, especially on August 5 when the Scorpio moon opposes both Mars and Uranus. See your inner warrior and your outer one.

The 6th through the 8th, the fiery moon travels through Sagittarius harmonizing with Jupiter, Chiron and the Sun. Perhaps you may allow yourself to go as far as your personal freedom needs for healing. The 10th it meets with Pluto and you get a glimpse of your inner depths.

August 11 Venus enters Leo and brings out your inner Princess, or brings you a Princess! It’s time to have some fun says the Universe. Fun, not drama.

The Full Moon August 11 sees the Aquarian Moon conjunct Saturn at 19° opposite the Leo Sun in a square with Uranus at 18° Taurus. This full moon looks like instant karma to me. Oh yeah, Mars is there too. It’s going to be important that we learn how to consciously co-create with one another. I trust that we will enter into this time aware of the stories we are making about our society and that we do no harm. This Full Moon can be a time of gratitude, silence and celebration or it could be really uncomfortable.  Aquarius is an air sign so be mindful of airborne illnesses like the dreaded Covid. Wear that mask. Further, become aware of the seeds you’re planting and have planted. You may have a beautiful bouquet in your hand or a pile of sludge.

August 13: get your game on. Inspire yourself to recover. Let your dreams inform your sophisticated thinking. The Moon whispers to Neptune or perhaps it’s the other way around? Mars trines Pluto for sensible and transformational action.

Healing lessons continue over the next few days. Keep allowing yourself (and others) a new beginning.

16th through 18th: the Taurus Moon both roots and activates. See how that feels. Mars prepares to leave the energy of earth and enter the element of air as Gemini. Here begins an interesting period of time. As always, pay attention. My beloved husband used to say the greatest expense in life is failure to pay attention. Boy, do I know that to be true.

On the 20th, Mars enters Gemini along with the Gemini Moon. Mars will retrograde in Gemini from the end of October to early January so you may well be redoing some of things you do until then. 

The next few days are good for networking and connecting. On the 22nd the Sun enters Virgo. It’s time once again to care for all the little things in your life.

The 22nd to early on the 24th, the nurturing Cancer Moon helps you physically assimilate the energy shift.  

The 24th to the 26th: the waning Leo Moon connects with Venus and opposes Saturn reminding you to bravely and creatively finish what you started. 

On August 25 little Mercury enters sophisticated Libra and makes positive relations with Mars. Decision making requires a balancing act.

August 27th, my sister’s birthday, is a tender and active Virgo New Moon. Mars squares this lunation suggesting we may want to take steps towards improving our situation. While it’s not possible to think of everything, this New Moon invites healing clarity. Make a list of what’s important to you and let the rest go.

The end of August continues the theme: tending to the garden of your heart and the affairs of your life. Big things are happening, many of which are out of your control. The waxing Libra Moon opposes Jupiter and Chiron and connects with Mercury reminding us that our power lies in the present moment. May it be so for you too my friend. 

Remember, you matter, we are all connected; earth is our home and love is our destination.

Your astrologer,

 Dulce

Greetings dear Ones,

                The doe came by again last night. Her prints are in the dusty soil of the garden. The water in the bird bath is down to just a murky smear. She drank deeply on her journey. I wonder where she’ll get water when I’m gone. It hasn’t rained here in months. The water table has dropped with the drought. The wetlands near my house haven’t been wet in some time and I wonder how the musk rat is getting along. I admire the redwing blackbirds for singing as they bob on cattails above the dry pools. They have faith.

                I wrote that paragraph weeks ago and now I know why the redwing blackbird continued to sing: because it’s raining! And it hasn’t stopped raining for two weeks now and more is forecast for the future. That little bird has become my teacher. She continues to sing as the water rises around her and the cattails turn green again. She trusts the process of life. 

               Though I felt that I must water the plants and provide drinking water for the creatures, in truth, I received much satisfaction from the tenderness of these little tasks; the bigger task was not mine. There are far greater forces than my own and they tend to the big things. My task was, and is, to let go. I can hold onto nothing, not even my feelings. Like water, they shift constantly. You may be noticing the same thing as we move through the emotional world of Cancer.

                The month of July merges the watery energy of our feelings with the fire of Spirit. Until July 22, the Sun travels through loving Cancer drawing our hearts toward what makes us feel most secure as an antidote to our fears. Like Cancer’s crab, we can draw hard shells around our hearts. We can shut down and become small and mean. And also, like Cancer, we can open and share our loving bounty, the kindness of a smile, the promise of home.

                The month opens on the heels of the recent Cancer New Moon. Seeds of trust and love are planted. They flourish under the Cancer Sun and the heat of Mars and Jupiter, fiery in Aries.

                July 4^th, and Mars is in the last degrees of Aries. There’s an element of bravado, a sense of warriorship. Mercury enters Cancer. We want to protect. We want those we love around us. While Venus in Gemini brings a feeling of adventure.

               In the birthday chart for the United States, Mars is in the early degrees of Taurus, fixed and steady. The Virgo Moon suggests orderliness and discernment, yet with an opposition to Neptune, exactly how that’s going to be done is a bit fuzzy, but at least we’re inspired! It’s a strong chart, ruled by both Mercury and the Moon. It’s interesting that the Moon rules the uterus and Mercury has things to say about it, as the nation struggles with the recent overturn of Roe versus Wade. Power plays continue with the country’s prevailing Pluto return. 

               Very early in the morning on July 5^th (MT), Mars enters earthy Taurus for the first time in two years. Slow and steady wins the race! Mercury and Mars are both newly clad and in perfect harmony with one another. It looks and feels like a fresh start.

            July 6^th and 7^th, the Moon opposes first Jupiter, then Chiron and finally Mars. Feelings may be magnified. Tune in. Listen to your inner knowing and take action when the way is clear.

           July 8^th and 9^th, over the top rhetoric possible as Mercury squares Jupiter. It’s a good time to listen to someone wise, read something mind-blowing and to record your own insights.

          July 9^th and 11^th, make for good travel days, though you may want a different destination than your travel partner. The Moon travels through philosophical Sadge and opposes Venus.

        Watch your thoughts July 12^th through the 14^th as Mercury squares Chiron and sextiles Uranus. New ideas and healing concepts are possible.

      The Capricorn Full Moon on Wednesday July 13^th could be intense. Pluto conjuncts the fat Moon and opposes the Sun. Always suggestive of struggle, and very much involved in American politics during this country’s Pluto return, it might be a good idea to lie low. Rest your emotions. Take care of business. With a trine to Uranus, we’re reminded that change is good.

                The next few days continue to resonate with energy. Make whatever adjustments you need to. Sometimes prickly feelings aren’t yours. The Moon enters Aquarius and connects with stern Saturn and forms an awkward angle with the Sun and Mercury.

           July 16^th, little Mercury conjuncts the Sun. Protect your nervous system.

           16^th and 17^th are perfect days to tune into the subtle realm. Connect with Source, something you hopefully do every day.

           17^th through the 19^th, Mercury and then the Sun oppose powerful Pluto. Shadows and secrets emerge. Big breakthroughs can occur now. Avoid power struggles.

          The evening of the 17^th Venus enters loving Cancer and draws your attention home.

          There’s plenty of energy available to you through to the 19^th as the Moon moves through Aries.

          Mercury enters dramatic Leo on the 19^th and shifts your focus to play and party.

          July 21^st, and there’s a final push to get things done. Align your compass with your heart.

         The afternoon of the 22^nd the Sun leaves the emotional waters of Cancer for the bright stubbornness of Leo. Things may literally heat up. The Sun’s sojourn through Leo is your annual opportunity to strengthen your personal will. Leo evokes love and courage. It’s the energy of the heart.

        There’s plenty of connection over the next few days as the Gemini Moon breezes by.

       July 26^th the Moon meets Venus and Mercury trines with Chiron. Something healing is happening.

      July 28^th is a special Leo New Moon. All New Moons are special, but Leo carries the vibration of romance and this time it harmonizes with abundant Jupiter in Aries. Something big and wonderful is seeded now.

      Be careful between now and the end of the month, especially August 1^st and 2^nd, as Mars meets up with change-agent Uranus. Examine your values. Anticipate a change in direction.

      The month ends as Jupiter turns retrograde. It’s time to turn inwards. It’s always true that the greatest wisdom lies within, here now is an opportunity to discover the truth of yourself.

      May the month of July be the space holder for your journey from feeling to spirit, and from security to creativity. Please remember — you matter, we’re all connected, Earth is our home and love is our destination.

Your astrologer,

Dulce

Greetings dear Ones,

As I write, an orange and green bird (possibly an Evening Grosbeak) alights on the freshly filled water bath and attracts my attention. He sips and flies away, trading places with his mate. She is clad in plainer feathers and drinks deeply, holding the water in her cheeks. Together, they have a nest somewhere, a delicate, yet strong thing, woven of grasses, twigs and plastic. She reminds me of me, of these times. She’s built a home with no guarantees that her eggs will hatch. No guarantee that her fledglings will survive. She’s like us, my friend. There are no guarantees. Not now, not ever.

What we do have and always will, is the endless process of creation. Each day a fresh start, regardless of the things that must be done or the aching emptiness that lies heavy on the heart. The month of June with its emphasis on light-winged Gemini gives us that fresh start.

The month begins resonating with the Gemini New Moon that took place on May 30^th. There’s a rewiring at work, in your mind and in your life. This is the area of your experience that includes your neighbors, your siblings, childhood play, and conversations of all kinds. Within a few days, Mercury the ruler of Gemini, turns direct bringing back the events and topics of the last three weeks. Corrections may need to be made, decisions refined but there is movement! Mars and Jupiter are conjunct in pioneering Aries. It’s go, go, go. It’s the first time in two years that Mars has been in Aries, and twelve since Jupiter entered Aries. It’s easy to get caught up in the fast paced, even aggressive, action of it all. Something (or someone) new is coming into your life. It’s like a birth. You can see and feel how unique this time is, can’t you.

Power and purpose are found in the present moment, though the future calls. Can you hold the present moment as you would a little bird’s egg? Delicate and brimming with potential. Can you be, as Ted Lasso says: “a goldfish,” that is one having a short memory. Letting go of what just happened and how you may have screwed up? This is June’s challenge.

Early in the morning on June 3^rd, Mercury turns direct and finishes up its journey through practical earth-bound Taurus helping you get rooted again. Meanwhile the newly hatched Moon prepares to enter Leo. You’re reminded that you are the creator of your life.

Sunday June 5th, the Moon makes tense angles with Mercury and Saturn. Look at things seriously.

The 6th through the 8th, the waxing Virgo Moon harmonizes with Venus and Mercury and helps bring order to your life.

June 9^th, decorum is the best policy as the Libra Moon opposes Mars and Chiron, both in Aries.

June 11^th, expect the unexpected as Venus connects with change-agent Uranus.

June 13^th Mercury re-enters its home sign of Gemini a day before the Sagittarian Full Moon. The big picture is revealed! Yet caution and care are required as Mars meets gentle Chiron. You may not get exactly what you want, but you will get something. This delicate reorientation helps you make the right choices, and you may even correct past errors and aggression.

Early morning on June 14^th the 23° Sagittarian Full Moon floods us with new information that needs to be integrated. This is upgrade time friends. As always, get grounded and from your place on Earth rise up into Sagittarian wisdom. In a square with spiritual Neptune, and Mars and Chiron conjunct, this Full Moon reminds you to let your egoic-mind rest in order to download possibilities beyond yourself. Ideas that you never thought existed and ones that link you to Universal service.

June 16^th, shadows emerge and with their acknowledgement comes liberation. The Moon meets Pluto today and Mars begins to pull away from Chiron.

Early on June 21^st, the Sun leaves Gemini for loving Cancer at summer solstice. This sacred occasion shifts the energy inviting the blossoming of summer (here in the northern hemisphere) and the ripening of all things. The Moon, which rules Cancer, meets Jupiter in Aries, encouraging renewal. Venus blows kisses to Pluto. Love is in the air!

The next few days are tender as the Moon connects with wounded healer Chiron and feisty Mars. Stay close to your inner wisdom.

June 22^nd, Venus enters Gemini and speeds things up. It’s time to network and connect.

Possible surprises on June 24^th when the Moon meets Uranus.

June 25^th to 27^th the waning Moon travels through Gemini picking up interesting, or distracting, information.

The Cancer New Moon on June 28^th is a precious time. Let your desires for home and family center you. Neptune prepares to turn retrograde, Saturn and Pluto are retrograde, but the other celestial bodies are on the move. Consider what state of the heart is best for you at this time of deep seed planting.

The month ends on a fiery Leo Moon in harmony with Jupiter. Have courage. Keep creating, hold your vision. You are not alone.

Remember, you matter, we’re all connected, Earth is our home and love is our destination.

Your friend,

Dulce
Also now known as Eve.

Greetings Earthlings,

I write this as music unfurls in the background. I’m looking ahead, watching the cosmic clock turn so I can take advantage of it and I can share that advantage with you. This is Taurus time. We’re reeling with the recent solar eclipse. Taurus provides us with the literal landing-pad that is our existence. This ground, this earth, the mud stuck to carrot roots. There’s nothing we have or eat, or wear, or live in, that doesn’t come from this earth. And this earth is part of the cosmos. From the beginning of the month until May 20^th when the energy shifts to the curiosity of Gemini, the focus is on the most grounded aspect of your life. Take note of how you move through this month. It will tell you much about your very nature.

May begins resonating with the April 30^th 10° Taurus solar eclipse New Moon. Fresh start at a new month.

The morning of May 2^nd, gracious Venus leaves the serenity (or victimization) of Pisces for bold Aries. It’s more than time to put yourself first my friend!

Expect the unexpected over the next few days as the Sun meets with crazy Uranus, exact on the 4^th. Things change. Be flexible.

A surge of energy is expected May 10^th when Jupiter enters fiery Aries for the first time in 12 years. Jupiter stays in Aries until late October giving your summer a feeling of independence.

The same day, May 10^th, Mercury turns retrograde until June 3^rd. As always, Mercury retrograde is an opportunity to step outside of “regular” time. How can you do that my friend?

The Scorpio Full Moon on May 15^th and 16^th is also a lunar eclipse. It may be a little overwhelming. Venus meets Chiron in Aries, tend to what needs healing now. Stern Saturn squares the Sun and Moon – long term effects abound. Mars is approaching dreamy Neptune – sometimes you don’t know what to do. It’s okay. Give yourself plenty of psychic space to feel your way forward. These are big times. Your best self needs to release big feelings.

May 17^th is a good day to guard your immune system when Mars and Neptune meet in Pisces. This energy remains over the next few days 1° from the Neptune/Jupiter conjunction. We want this energy to be the manifestation of our best hopes and dreams, not the emergence of a nightmare. Be sensible. Keep your vibrant dream alive by going inward and working with your spiritual body.

Late on May 20^th the Sun enters Gemini and speeds things up. It’s time to connect the proverbial dots, the points of your life in a tapestry of integration. Immediately, the Sun meets retrograde Mercury and old plans and conversations are repeated. Check things twice. Take time to rest your mind.

On the 22^nd Mercury reenters Taurus. What was the container like that you were forming for your Seed? Tend to it now.

May 24th, Mars happily enters its own sign of Aries. Watch out world! Things get going now and maybe much bigger and more aggressive than anyone wants as Mars meets Moon and Jupiter. May peace prevail! Please. 

The next few days, peaking on the 28^th and 29^th, Mars connects tightly with abundant, international Jupiter. I trust your arrows are aimed toward harmony, my friends.

Venus picks May 28^th to enter her home sign of Taurus. Money speaks.

The 9° Gemini New Moon on May 30^th helps you to bring the puzzle pieces together. Connect the dots. Think for yourself. Promise at this New Moon to follow your own truth.

The month ends as things come together. And always remember: you matter, we’re all connected, Earth is our home and love is our destination.

Your astrologer,

Dulce

Dear Ones,

As I write, the wind buffets this house. Spring is here in Colorado. This is the season that birthed my Aries English mother. It’s the wild capricious time of year. The time when seeds are spread, flung widely across the snow-damp earth, warming now with the approaching Sun.

My canine companion and myself walked in the brisk bright breeze of the morning. Now I sit at the computer where I can watch the hands of the cosmic clock turn and interpret the next months. I mostly do this for myself. I want to know when the New Moons are, the eclipses, retrogrades, cosmic bright spots and difficult turns. I want to know the Astro-map that lies ahead. It’s the Aries in me, in you, the part that looks ahead; and since I’m doing this complex undertaking, I want to share it with you. 

April is a vibrant, rich and magical Blue Moon month. 

Let’s take a look:

Aries predominates, as it should. This is our annual opportunity to find the part of ourselves that leads, that is already ahead. Aries time activates the Mars in your life. Feel the energy that motivates you, that’s your Mars. I’m motivated by comfort and adventure, by routine and variety.

Very early on April Fool’s Day is an 11° Aries New Moon featuring an awesome cast of cosmic characters (Sun, Moon, Mercury and Chiron) though you may feel as if you’re on your own. Insights come in and you understand how you get in your own way. This may even hurt a little, for this New Moon is designed to open the cocoon you’re in. Yep, your cozy cradle may be rocked at or around this New Moon. “Rock the boat, don’t tip the boat over.” I still dance to that song. What song are you singing at this time? What incantation are you breathing into the world? Intention is everything. The seed that begins your journey is planted now. What will it be, my friend?

Things slow as Mars meets Saturn the 4^th through the 5^th. Pace yourself. Move with intention.

April 5^th Venus enters the hushed sanctuary of Pisces and lights her lamp. An aspect of self retreats for renewal. Allow yourself to find watery replenishment during the fire of this time.

Mercury enters earthy Taurus on April 10^th. Clearly, it’s time to work in the garden! My palms are itching already.

Keep a candle burning from the beginning of this month, but especially the 7^th through the 15^th as Jupiter and Neptune meet and kiss in spiritual Pisces (conjunct 12^th – 14th). This is a rare window, and won’t happen again for another 166 years! Friends, align yourself with the Great River of Life; the Great Snake of the Milky Way Galaxy of which we are a part. Maintain the highest and best for all beings. Spells are being woven. Don’t succumb to controlling hypnosis. Cast your own light.

The evening of April 14^th Black Moon Lilith enters home focused Cancer where she’ll stay for the next nine months. Let your inner witchy woman help you find your roots. Less than two hours later, Mars leaves humanitarian-minded Aquarius for soul-centered Pisces. The waters are gathering. Tend to your emotional body. Heed your intuition.

Good Friday on April 15th and the Moon is waxing. Feel into the process of transformation. Slow down a little.

April 16^th is a Full Libra Moon at almost 26° squared by Pluto, still in its return with the United States Pluto. Big news, global stuff with a real possibility of resolution. On a personal level you might become your own best friend at this lunation. Stand up for what’s best for you.

Passover on Saturday April 17^th and Mercury and Uranus meet. Woah! Uranus is the cosmic higher octave of Mercury so listen up. They meet in Taurus suggesting that earth changes, climate talks, inventions that support Earth health, make the news.

Late on the 19^th and through April 20^th the Sun enters Taurus and grounds us all. Get stable, is the cosmic message now. The Sun stays in this earthy sign until late May 20^th. From the fire of Aries beginning energy, we now with steady grounded Taurus consider the clay container or form that our Seed needs. All things need shelter in which to grow strong. This is the time.

April 22^nd is Earth Day. Both Mercury and the Moon are in Earth signs for this important acknowledgment.

April 26^th and 27^th are magical days. Both the Moon and Venus meet Neptune and Jupiter. Dreams speak, celestial information comes through.

The evening of April 29^th Mercury enters its home sign of Gemini. Mercury will retrograde in this sign and return to Taurus during its retrograde period: May 10^th to June 3^rd. But for now, things pick up and it’s your annual opportunity to connect with everyone you owe news to and/or are curious about. Catch up on your paperwork and your fun communications.

The 10° Taurus New Moon on April 30^th is also a solar eclipse. Venus, the ruling planet for this lunation, is in Pisces conjunct Jupiter. Practicing forgiveness doesn’t mean you don’t have boundaries. Let your values hold your intentions in place. List them, embed them in your dreaming mind. Let your actions and intentions form the container for the seed you planted at the Aries New Moon a month ago.

You were born for these times.

Remember, you matter, we’re all connected, Earth is our home and love is our destination.

Your astrologer,

Dulce

Greetings Earthlings,

May the month of March guide you toward your new path. Even if you’re well ensconced on your journey, you get the opportunity every spring to unfurl your life toward its purpose. For those of us who are truly starting over, this spring provides the impetus to take the lessons of the past, Pisces, in a leap toward the next unfolding (Aries).

Consciousness increases as pressures intensify. I’m speaking of Russia invading Ukraine as well as the general stress we all feel, every day. The increased pressure is squeezing us toward the tipping point where common sense overcomes power for power’s sake.

Notice this within yourself. Notice how your thoughts churn, holding onto grudges and shame. Then notice how your spirit yearns to lift you above that treadmill. You have a great deal of help to do exactly that. Wise Jupiter travels through Pisces, for the first time in 12 years no less, and spiritual assistance and insight is easily available. All we have to do is let go of our end of the story.

I’m referring to the victim story. “Poor me. You started it. You made me feel…I never said that.” Spirit asks that we simply let go and start fresh. This is what our beautiful planet is doing: her dawning consciousness involves letting go of the injuries she’s sustained at our hands as many, many species die. Earth is alive in her pain and turns to focus on her rebirth. We too must focus on our death and rebirth. On what our lives can look like without our self-loathing.

For inspiration, look at the life of Mrs. Fannie Lou Hamer who spoke directly to the heart of truth, with no equivocation. What an orator and champion for justice! She was a Libra with ruling planet Venus in Scorpio and points in Gemini, her chart infused with courageous Leo.

Putin is also a Libra with ruling planet Venus in Scorpio and points in Gemini; yet he and Mrs. Hamer are very different people. Watch them both speak. One is animated with truth and wisdom; the other is flat and angry. Trump and the Dali Lama are both Geminis. Hitler and Charlie Chaplin were born just four days apart. Rick Tarnas PhD points out that this is why astrology is NOT determinative. Your birth chart does not lock you into a prescribed recipe. Check out the documentary on Tarnas’s work on Uranus and Pluto at Changingofthegods.com.

Recognizing that free will predominates within the solar system of which we are a part, we also recognize that we’re part of something far greater than our own small lives. The movements of the planets catch us in their dance and in the month of March the energy moves through water-infused Pisces and into fire-filled Aries at the spring equinox.

Pisces is the energy of compassion, mercy and forgiveness. It’s the sign of endings. Putin is giving us existential angst with his self-serving power kick. His actions destroy peace. Is this the ending we want? No. Use the power of Pisces to soften all evil action and create the present and future you want to experience by forgiving yourself and actively imagining a beautiful turning point for all of us.

March 2nd there’s a gentle 12° Pisces New Moon. As you may recall, we experienced a bunch of 12° lunations in the last few months. There are 12 months, 12 tribes, 12 disciples. What happens for you around the number 12?

This New Moon features abundant Jupiter bringing existential issues to the foreground. The planets are all direct now and line up in Pisces, Aquarius and Capricorn. Spirit, friendships, and the structure of your life is the cosmic focus of this time. Set your intention and collaborate with Spirit to bring your intention to life. Imagine world peace!

The Sun stays connected with Jupiter for the first six days of the month, and it may feel overwhelming. It could be overwhelmingly beautiful! If there were ever a time for prayer, this is it. Consider the imaginal realm as being as ‘real’ as what you see in front of you. This is Pisces energy at its best – where prayer and meditation, art and poetry, dreams and shamanic journeys – can and do influence your outer world. What kind of world would you like to see? Take strength in your power as a creative being! Unconditional Divine love and support is right here now. Personal prophecy is possible. Pay attention to your dreams.

Late on the 5^th, Mars and his girlfriend Venus, move into social Aquarius and conjunct at 0°. This is the exact same spot Saturn and Jupiter met on winter solstice 2020 as the “Star of Bethlehem”. Personal ideals are global ones. Your hopes are shared. All people are one people is the cosmic message. Mars and Venus together signify the Hierogamus, the sacred marriage when the inner male protects the inner female. Read Jungian Marion Woodman for wisdom on this inner union.

March 6^th, the Moon conjuncts Uranus bringing possible change.

From now until the 13^th the Sun moves into a conjunction with dreamy Neptune. This can be mystical and/or confusing. No-one knows what’s going on. Stay in that imaginal realm and dream your way to a healthy, peaceful world.

March 9^th, and little Mercury enters Pisces too. Your imaginative powers ramp up! Poems and movies have messages for you, as do your dreams and mediations. Be aware that over the next three weeks, flotsam may drift up from your inner world for healing.

The 11^th through to the 13^th, the Moon travels her home sign of Cancer bringing emotions to the surface. Peace comes as you care for your home and family. On the 13^th the Moon opposes Pluto. This is personal for the United States as this country experiences its Pluto return – a time of rebirth through struggle. Keep your personal affairs simple to minimize problems.

The Leo Moon on the 14^th and 15^th harmonizes with Chiron in fiery Aries. Use the energy to reboot your confidence.

The Ides of March and the Moon enters fastidious Virgo for the next two days. This is a good time to put things in order.

Early, early on March 18^th, the Full Virgo Moon brings both a dreamy and fear-filled energy. Keep activating your imagination and hopes toward the best-case scenario for all. Virgo and Pisces allow us to serve one another and to care for our own messes. Clean up what’s right in front of you. A day of fasting may give your system relief.

The 19^th feels a little tender as the Libra Moon crosses Chiron’s path. Healing in relationship, especially after that Full Moon, is likely.

March 20^th at 9:44 am MT the Sun enters Aries at the Spring Equinox. A sigh of relief blows through the collective. Fresh starts are available. Active Mars, who rules Aries is in egalitarian Aquarius putting the focus on fairness. Everyone wants the same thing. Let’s do it.

Mercury and Jupiter conjunct over the next few days offering insights and mercy. Take some notes about what’s happening in your life.

March 22^nd, 23^rd and 24^th Mercury conjuncts dreamy Neptune. What’s real? Where and whom do I need to forgive? What’s true? The Moon in Sagittarius asks big questions. Step back and look at it all. Avoid making big decisions until the fog clears.

On the 22^nd, Venus pulls away from Mars to give voice to the feminine.

March 24^th through the 26^th the Moon in practical Capricorn helps you orient to what needs to be done. Especially on the 26^th when the Moon meets Pluto and brings powerful insights.

March 27^th through to early on the 29^th, the Moon travels through Aquarius connecting with Mars, Venus, and Saturn. Get with like minded others, your tribe is forming and so too are stubborn opinions.

March 28^th, Venus meets Saturn and sobers up to her duties. Commitment to friends and ideas are important now.

The Moon meets abundant Jupiter in Pisces, on the 30^th. Existential issues may arise. Full feelings are likely as are profound spiritual insights. Use prayer to imagine the best and brightest and let your fears go to God.

The month ends on a Aries Moon as the Sun enters a relationship with wounded healer Chiron. It’s all about you right now. Take care of your precious self.

April contains mystery and magic. I’ll see you back here for that.

Thanks for reading, and remember, you matter, we’re all connected, earth is our home and love is our destination.

Your astrologer,

Dulce