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Hello, dear friends,
I have been trying to write this email for a few days now.
I wanted to talk to you about Neptune entering Pisces, but
since Neptune started his grand entrance, my mind has been
a muddle - as has been the case for many people I have spoken
to. Turns out muzzy-headedness is a side affect of Neptune
entering Pisces.
I wanted to talk to you about all the calls I got last week
from people with divided hearts and heads. Folks who are embarking
on a new path and are happy about it - but something in their
mind is doubtful. Even my 8 yrs old daughter was crying last
week - she sees herself growing up and in many ways she is
excited to be BIG, but on the other hand, she is worried that
she won't get to run and play with her friends so much when
she gets older. She is afraid that all she has to look forward
to is making money "and that's HARD!" she said through
the tears.
For some of us, these feelings are due in part because Mercury
changed signs - moved into changeable Aquarius on the 27th
of January. For some, it has more to do with Saturn opposing
Jupiter - that push-pull feeling between responsibility and
expansion will lessen, as this aspect is nearly over (mercifully).
For others it is Neptune moving into Pisces. Pisces is a very
sensitive sign and it's about connectedness, community, spirit,
inspiration and compassion. Pisces is more about feelings
than practicality - and those sensitive Piscean feelings can
be hurt easily. Pisces can also be about martyrdom and escapism
- and Venus in Pisces lately can encourage us to suffer over
our suffering in many ways. At this time when we are all taking
on new things, it can seem difficult - like we will never
have fun again - but that's not really true or the point.
The point is working through the difficulties to reach that
new wonderful state of being - and Saturn in Libra is doing
all he can to help inspire us to do the work and to be responsible.
I think it is fitting that Neptune returns to Pisces this
year. He will stay for 13 years and it takes about 164 years
for him to complete his trip around the zodiac. At this time,
we will have the idea of oneness on our minds. Compassion,
group concerns and creating a fulfilling life for all. Pisces
is the Age we are leaving, as we begin the Age of Aquarius,
and it is almost as if the Universe wants to be sure we do
not forget the important lessons we have learned in the last
Age - so we get 13 more years with a strong Piscean feel.
This will help us do the work we intend to have done by December
- helping us feel more connected and more compassion for our
fellow man.
Another interesting thing about Neptune in Pisces is suddenly
lots of people are talking about water. Reading up on the
healthy benefits of water or getting new water purifiers (I
love my new Zero pitcher, by the way). Our town is talking
about a community pool - other people I know are planning
trips to (or by) water. Neptune rules the seas - and while
everyone is talking about water, let me get my 2 cents in...
Did you know that most headaches are caused by lack of water?
Many symptoms we experience every day can be alleviated by
drinking enough water each day. How much is enough? Take your
weight - divide it in half. That is the number of ounces of
water you need to drink each day to stay properly hydrated.
Add an ounce of water for each ounce of coffee, tea or alcohol
that you drink, because they are dehydrating beverages - and
drink even more water if you are athletic and lose fluids
in perspiration. Not Gatorade. Not Crystal Lite. Not juice
or soda. Water. Clear, pure water. So very important. My grandmother
(Omi) used to call it her best beauty secret - it is said
drinking enough water will even decrease lines in your face!
Neptune in Pisces bodes well for the economy - especially
real estate, wine, drugs, farming, and restaurants. Interestingly
there are 2 new herbal supplements that has the autistic community
excited - and wouldn't that be wonderful to have some real
health breakthroughs at this time. We may need to be extra
careful about limiting our excesses while Neptune is in Pisces
- a good reason for this to happen while Mars is retrograde
in Virgo, already focusing us on our health. Our dream life
may become richer, with Neptune in Pisces, too. One more interesting
thing I came across. My software says "This generation
(the one being born with Neptune in Pisces) may possess the
ability to be at-one with God. They may be able to express
their spirituality through visions and art. They may also
be inspirational teachers, conscious of wholeness." That
sounds very interesting.
So it's an exciting turn of events and an exciting time.
Today we have the Full Moon I've been talking about, as Venus
moves into Aries and Saturn in Libra turns retrograde. That's
a lot of changes for one day and powerful changes. Firstly,
the Sun and Mercury are conjunct (it may be hard to us to
listen and we can be overbearing at such a time) and Venus
is not comfortable in Aries (the most female planet in the
most masculine sign). When Saturn goes retrograde we may find
extra delays or upsets and unfinished business could come
up unexpectedly. We could find extra responsibilities or commitments
that keep us away from our normal routines and forward progress
may seem on hold. What we need to do is sort of open our eyes
and then open them again to really clearly see where we are
- to re-evaluate and strengthen our current position. That
responsible energy turns inward and we have a chance to examine
our own inner workings and to mentally clean house, as it
were.
Saturn will be retrograde for about 4 1/2 months (turns Direct
June 25th), which is again, fortuitous in my opinion. We are
already looking toward the Summer for Mars to move out of
Virgo (July 3rd) and Jupiter to move into Gemini (June 11th).
Seems like things are really going to move forward in early
July, so the planets are really guiding us to make good use
of this time.
Lastly, I'd like to say that Full Moons very often bring
something to light - extra moonlight helps us see better -
and it is possible that many of us will find new information
with in a day or 2 of this one. If that is you and you are
happy about it, I am very glad for you. If that is you and
you are not happy about it, it is likely that things will
settle down over the weekend with that balancing Libra Moon,
checking in with responsible Saturn while she is there. And
we will keep moving forward - one step at a time. While Jupiter
is in Taurus it may seem slow going, but at least we are thoroughly
dealing with these issues and looking forward to a better
overall feeling, as the fruits of our labor, come July, when
Jupiter gets into speedy Mercury ruled Gemini.
Wishing you all the very best, my friends. Peace!
Carole
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by Ralph
and Lahni DeAmicis