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On the Saturn Neptune Square

“Saturn is approaching the square to Neptune, destabilizing our old certainties. As old forms weaken, new visions rise to take their place.
Lynn Bell

Amelia Shea specializes in issues of family, relationship and transition as well as life path and career.She can be reached at 603 654 1043, amelia.shea@comcast.net and ameliashea.com. Her readings start at $30 and can be done by phone, email and in person. Lynn Bell is an astrologer and author of Planetary Threads, Patterns of Relating among Family and Friends.

Imagination, Creativity and New Love – Weekend Astrology

“Imagination is not what we have conceived it to be; not the fantastic speculations of our brain, but a true seeing of the inner reality that can be.” Caitlin and John Matthews

This weekend Mercury is square Neptune making it a good time for the imagination, creativity and spiritual growth. Due take extra care with communication as this combo is known for snafus in communication. It can affect travel as well so leave extra time when moving about.

The emergence of a new love is possible as well. One of the Sabian symbols associated with this weekend is, “A woman in midlife stands in rapt sudden realization of forgotten charms, in unexpected recovery of romance.” This symbol is about a new opportunity for passion and romance – a time of second chances. It also concerns the renewal of love and discovering or rediscovering a passion in life.

Amelia Shea specializes in issues of family, relationship and transition as well as life path and career.She can be reached at 603 654 1043, amelia.shea@comcast.net and ameliashea.com. Her readings start at $30 and can be done by phone, email and in person. Quote from Hallowquest by Caitlin and John Matthews. Sabian symbol quote from Lynda Hill’s 360 Degrees of Wisdom.

Mercury, Saturn and Neptune

“The dream image planted in the body acts as a magnet attracting the energy, transforming it and releasing its healing powers.” Marion Woodman

One of the interesting aspects at the time of the Full Moon this weekend is that Mercury will be opposing Saturn and squaring Neptune. This configuration is about the relationship of your dreams to your thinking-making it a good time to look at the trajectory your dreams follow- once conceptualized. Are they shut down too early due to over riding concerns related to traditional thinking or “the way things are done?” Or do they fail to factor in the importance of creating an appropriate form for growth and evolution in the exterior world over time? Are you open enough to the process of guidance unfolding gradually
in a myriad of forms?

One of the themes of the ongoing influence of the Uranus/Pluto square is to challenge authority. This has to do with thinking and the outer authority that has been accepted – be it familial, cultural, religious – that can limit expansion or evolution.

“Live from the dream outward,” Carl Jung wrote.

Full Moon in Scorpio

“One must choose in all things a mean, just and good… Error and confusion dwell in the extremes.” Pythagoras

There is an old expression in astrology, “Full Moons are two days coming and two days going” and it is wise to factor in this influence as the Moon waxes Full Sunday at 13 degrees of Scorpio.

This Full Moon falls on the axis of Taurus – what we value – both in profound and mundane ways – and Scorpio – the sign which governs deep transformation and what we must let go if in order to move forward. Taurus wants to hold on, Scorpio demands letting go.

The Sun and Moon both square Jupiter – the planet associated with excess – and Jupiter forms a difficult angle with Pluto which tends to push things into overdrive. Watch for the tendency to overdo, over think and over react. With Saturn’s influence any new ideas or guidance that surfaces now is best sorted out over time rather than acted on immediately. It is easy to get swept away and bodes well to factor in pragmatics later.

It is a time when there could be important discoveries or revelations – as long as a moderate approach rules the day. One of the Sabian symbols for this time is, “A teacher gives new symbolic forms to traditional images. ”

The light of the Full Moon can unveil hidden things and give new courage and strength to go forward with a clarified vision.

Another symbols is, ” A canoe approaching safety through dangerous waters.”

Amelia Shea specializes in issues of family, relationship and transition as well as life path and career.She can be reached at 603 654 1043, amelia.shea@comcast.net and ameliashea.com. Her readings start at $30 and can be done by phone, email and in person. Pythagoras quote from Divine Sparks by Karen Speerstra, Sabian symbol quotes from Lynda Hill’s 360 Degrees of Wisdom.

Juno and Jupiter

“Let us be silent that we may hear the whispers of the gods.” Emerson

This year began with Jupiter in Leo in retrograde mode – and Jupiter recently stationed direct and resumed forward motion. Throughout this time Jupiter has been traveling with Juno, asteroid of commitment.

As Jupiter proceeds forward it is a good time to look at the commitments in your life – those made both on a deep level to your soul life as well as those on a more mundane level and see if there is room for bringing the inside and the outside into closer alignment.

Jupiter in Leo can shed light and wisdom on this area now – and the trine to fiery Uranus can provide direction through innovative thinking. Be open to breakthroughs.

One of the Sabian symbols associated with Jupiter’s placement now is, “Cherub- like a human soul whispers in every ear, seeking to manifest.” This symbol speaks of the opportunity for powerful realizations.

The Sun enters Taurus

The Sun is now in Taurus – an earth sign – and one of the Sabian symbols associated with this early degree is, “Natural steps to a lawn blooming with clover.” Take some time to nail down details and plan for steady growth for recent initiatives – particularly those started under the influence of the Sun’s recent transit through the fiery sign of Aries.

Amelia Shea specializes in issues of family, relationship and transition as well as life path and career.She can be reached at 603 654 1043, amelia.shea@comcast.net and ameliashea.com. Her readings start at $30 and can be done by phone, email and in person. Sabian symbol quote from Lynda Hill’s 360 Degrees of Wisdom.

New Moon in Aries

“Music attracts the angels in the universe.” Bob Dylan

This month’s New Moon is Saturday 4/ 18 at 28 degrees of Aries EDT. Aspects indicate help and support for setting very clear intentions at this time particularly with the powerful Mars Pluto trine – it can be a very energized time for manifesting dreams. It bodes well to let go of disappointments from the past to clear the way for new aspirations. Aspects to Neptune – the planet of dreams and visions – suggest that crystal clear affirmations and intentions will receive support from higher sources. One of the Sabian symbols for this time is, “Music of the Spheres” – listen to your inner voice and tune into the harmony around you.

Mercury Conjuncts Uranus , Jupiter Direct

“In contemplating sychronicities, don’t just marvel at the laws of probability, but wonder at their meaning. They’re there to remind us to think about what we are doing, to pay attention, but also to deepen the mystery of life.”

If you are looking for guidance this is a particularly good week to be on the lookout for synchronicities as Mercury is conjunct Uranus – exact on Wednesday and in effect through the 12th. The trickster is about! Pay attention to innovative, evolutionary ideas as well.

Jupiter will station direct on Wednesday also at 12 degrees of Leo bringing increased optimism, expansion and abundance. Check the house that Jupiter is transiting in your chart to get a sense of how this beneficent aspect is likely to affect you.

Amelia Shea specializes in issues of family, relationship and transition as well as life path and career.She can be reached at 603 654 1043, amelia.shea@comcast.net and ameliashea.com. Her readings start at $30 and can be done by phone, email and in person. Mark Holland quote from Callings by Gregg Levoy. MArk Holland is co author of the book Synchronicities.

Ceres in Aquarius

“Individuality rises out of the soul as water rises out of the depths of the earth.” Thomas Moore

Ceres the asteroid associated with nurturing is conjunct the Midheaven at the time of Saturday’s eclipse. This elevated position makes Ceres more important at this time.
The placement at 0 degrees of Aquarius speaks of nurturing individual uniqueness – prioritizing personal growth and evolution in ways that are meaningful individually. This echoes one of the themes of the ongoing Pluto/Uranus square which has to do with evolving in a direction of more personal authenticity – by ascertaining what is true for you and by disavowing the false or no- longer-relevant voices of authority in your life.
One of the Sabian symbols associated with Ceres at 0 Aquarius is, “An unexpected thunderstorm.” Nurturing uniqueness as part of self care can lead to breakthroughs and revelations – as the thunderstorm clears the air.

Amelia Shea specializes in issues of family, relationship and transition as well as life path and career.She can be reached at 603 654 1043, amelia.shea@comcast.net and ameliashea.com. Her readings start at $30 and can be done by phone, email and in person. Sabian symbol quote from 360 Degrees of Wisdom by Lynda Hill, Thomas Moore quote from Divine Sparks by Karen Speerstra.

Mars Moves into Taurus

“The world is but canvas to our imagination.” Henry David Thoreau

Mars has been transiting the late degrees of Aries and one of the Sabian symbols associated with this is,”Through imagination a lost opportunity can be regained.” This is a good symbol to keep in mind as we approach Saturday’s Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Libra.

Amelia Shea specializes in issues of family, relationship and transition as well as life path and career.She can be reached at 603 654 1043, amelia.shea@comcast.net Her readings start at $30 and can be done by phone, email and in person. Sabian symbol reference from Lynda Hill’s 360 Degrees of Wisdom.