May 2024 Forecast and Second Quarter North Node Horoscopes

MAY 2024 FORECAST

Compared to April, May 2024’s energies feel less intense–but only because April’s transits were insane! This month brings key shifts and begins anchoring the hints of progress we’ve seen thus far.

May 1 Venus in Taurus square Pluto in Aquarius. May begins on an intense note for relationships and self-esteem, more pronounced because Pluto stations Retrograde the next day. Watch out for power plays, manipulation, and obsession during this short transit. Intimate relationships have a tendency to grow deeper–or explode.

May 2 Pluto stations Retrograde in Aquarius. Lord of the Underworld prepares for a deeper dive. This stationing amplifies Plutonian energy. Themes of death, rebirth, and regeneration seep into dreams and waking life. Passion, unconscious desire, shame, and power reveal themselves through friendships, politics, and technology. Pluto remains Rx in Aquarius until September 1, when he re-enters Capricorn for one final round of 29° Capricorn.

May 3 Neptune enters 29° Pisces. The Ruler of Pisces enters the Anaretic (final) degree of his home sign. This degree makes Neptune extra Neptune and Pisces extra Pisces. Crises may force decisions related to alcoholism, addiction, lies, deception, projection, and delusion. Neptune will spend quite a bit of time here in 2024-25. Consequences for willful ignorance grow more pronounced. If you have issues with any of these negative areas of Neptune/Pisces, you’ll fare much better by deepening your spiritual path. Prayer, meditation, compassion, and beauty will take you further than denial. Gaslighting gets so extreme that idols fall, and illusions burst. Appropriate grief can heal.

May 4 Official cross-quarter day of Beltane. The Sun reaches 15° Taurus today. Veils between worlds and timelines are extra thin. Magic and intentions grow strong, but these are strange times. Beware of crossroads and liminal spaces after dark. This is a great day for gardening and creative projects.

May 6 Mercury conjunct Chiron in Aries. This happens late in the day Eastern Daylight time, so for much of the world, it occurs on May 7. In any case, the days between May 5-8 bring extra understanding and communication around wounds and healing. Don’t feel ashamed of your health and emotional challenges. Your story inspires others that they, too, can heal. That said, today would be a good day to avoid intentionally cruel conversations. Protect yourself when needed. On the collective level, painful information could come to light. The first step in correcting a problem is recognizing and acknowledging the need to change.

May 7 New Moon in Taurus, 11:22 p.m. Eastern U.S. time. The Sabian Symbol for this New Moon is: “(TAURUS 19°): A NEW CONTINENT RISING OUT OF THE OCEAN. KEYNOTE: The surge of new potentiality after the crisis. … The ‘technique’ is simply to allow the infinite Potential to operate in unconstrained SPONTANEITY. This means to have reached a state in which the conscious, rational ego is no longer a controlling factor.” With Mercury conjunct Chiron still in tight orb, this New Moon brings a kind of healing balm that fosters real growth.

May 9-10 Mars in Aries opposite Black Moon Lilith in Libra. Revelations about sexual abuse and/or disharmony in the childhood home demand targeted action. Victims fight back, and they find strong, new allies. This uncomfortable time period could become productive if you work with the energies. Legal oppression and lawfare are “up.” Who’s the victim, and who’s the aggressor? Consider alternatives to the old victim-abuser-savior paradigm: power to, not power over.

May 13 Sun conjunct Uranus in Taurus. A desire to break free of any and all limitations pervades the collective. Light shines on whatever got triggered by the Jupiter-Uranus conjunction on April 20th. This same day brings Venus in Taurus sextile Saturn in Pisces. This is a wonderful transit for artists–bringing inspiration down to Earth. It could also bring financial insights and opportunities, but these might take some time to manifest.

May 15 Mercury enters Taurus. Communication slows down–a welcome respite between speedy Aries and Gemini. Take your time, and evaluate information step-by-step. Think before you speak. Life will speed up again when Mercury conjuncts Uranus at the end of May, and then moves into Gemini on June 3rd. Enjoy this time to catch your breath.

May 17 Mercury in Taurus square Pluto in Aquarius. Obsessive thoughts could slow you down. Watch what information rises to the surface. Collectively, we’ll experience a change in how we think about the corruption of political parties, occult activities, and group think.

May 18 Sun conjunct Jupiter in Taurus and Venus conjunct Uranus in Taurus. This is a huge day for opportunities–the kind that have legs in tangible, Earthly reality. Orchestrated relationships kick up a few notches.

May 20 Sun enters Gemini. Life speeds up with clever conversation, short trips, parties, and collaboration. The next month supercharges written projects, media (including social media), wheeling, dealing, and early childhood education. Engage your curiosity, and experiment. If it doesn’t work, try something else. Easy-breezy energies bring fresh air and a potential for profound change, because nything entering Gemini also trines Pluto in early Aquarius.

May 22 Sun in Gemini trine Pluto in Aquarius. Light shines on formerly hidden information. Stories reveal something deep and magical. Pluto and the sign of Gemini have a special relationship, because Gemini’s ruler, Mercury, could come and go at will from Pluto’s realm. The days on either side of May 22 feel extra shamanic and liminal.

May 23 Full Moon in Sagittarius, 9:53 a.m. Eastern U.S. time. The Sabian Symbol for this Full Moon is “(SAGITTARIUS 3°): TWO MEN PLAYING CHESS. KEYNOTE: The transcendent ritualization of conflict.” An expansive, highly strategic day. Pay attention to “big picture” downloads. Venus conjuncts Jupiter (this Full Moon’s ruler) in Taurus, both sextiling Neptune in Pisces. Harmonious and grounded spiritual awareness lends support and charisma. Later that day, Venus enters Gemini, where she’ll flit and flirt until June 17th. The Sun-Pluto trine remains in effect, with the Full Moon closely sextile Pluto in Aquarius. These aspects strengthen any magic or ritual performed at this time.

May 25 Jupiter enters Gemini, and Venus in Gemini trines Pluto in Aquarius. An exuberant and empowering day for finances and relationships. The Venus-Pluto trine energy only lasts a few days, but Jupiter remains in Gemini until June 9, 2025. For clues of how this might affect you, look back to June 2012-June 2013, when the Great Benefic also soared through Gemini. Collaboration becomes more important, and overall worldview will undergo significant change. The last few years have been–rather–intense, but get ready. In the immortal words of Cindi Lauper: “Girls just wanna have fun.”

May 31 Mercury conjunct Uranus in Taurus. Uranus is considered the higher octave of Mercury. Pay extra attention to thoughts and insights that seems to arrive “lightning fast.” Moments of genius strike, especially related to physical health, food, agriculture, gardening, finances, and personal values.

How May’s sky weather affects you will vary, depending on your entire natal chart, but your North Node Horoscope transcends monthly sky events. That’s because your North Node reveals what your soul came here to do. By midlife, the soul starts longing and pressing us to live our true purpose. At first, it whispers through intuition. Then it knocks a little louder through “coincidences” and external events. When not heard and honored, the soul’s longing can show up as health crises, marriage or work issues, or wondering “is this all there is?” If you feel a need to reinvent yourself, following North Node guidance helps you do that authentically — for you.

Unlike generic Sun Sign horoscopes, which ignore so many other aspects, following North Node guidance will always lead you in the right direction. Doors open, healing happens, relationships improve, and life gets more magical. This quarterly column will help you tap into your personal North Node Mojo. When you start living your North Node purpose, we all win, because you not only begin to light up your own life. You light up the world.     

You can find your North Node sign here which is often different than your Sun sign. If you’re right on the cusp, consider both possibilities or book a reading for more clarity.

SECOND QUARTER 2024 NORTH NODE HOROSCOPES

ARIES NORTH NODE: One of the most active quarters in recent history for Aries North Node natives! From April 1-25th, Mercury goes retrograde in your sign, so review options and reconsider alternatives. Is this really your desire, or have you allowed others to impede your forward movement? The April 8th Eclipse brings a chance for major course corrections and “impossible” healing, especially if your North Node is between 10 and 25 degrees of Aries. More healing rushes in on April 21st. In late May, both Venus and Jupiter enter Gemini, bringing optimism and support to Aries placements. Jupiter’s influence can last off and on for months. When positive openings arise, have courage to step through. Some of these opportunities will be fleeting–but real–provided you act in a timely manner. This is no time for wallflowers.

TAURUS NORTH NODE: Second Quarter 2024 proves pivotal, with lots of activity in your North Node sign. Your sign’s ruler–Venus–moves through Taurus from April 29-May 23rd, bringing grace, beauty, and enhanced self-esteem. On April 20th, Jupiter and Uranus exactly conjunct–exploding prior limitations. The May 23-25th Venus-Jupiter conjunction will benefit all Taurus North Node native, especially those with late Taurus placements. From June 9-July 20th, Mars moves through Taurus. Whenever Mars conjuncts someone’s North Node, big shifts occur. Unlike your trauma-drama Scorpio South Node, you don’t need to destroy your old life in order to create the new one. Remember, slow and steady wins this race. Mars triggers situations that have brewed for a long time. When in doubt, aim for people and things that enhance your future stability, wealth, and physical health.

GEMINI NORTH NODE: This quarter really energizes your North Node. You’ll receive more subtle–but significant–healing support in April than Aries North Node natives. By late May, you’ll feel a lift if you haven’t already. Venus in Gemini highlights destiny-level relationships, and Jupiter (aka The Great Benefic) blesses your sign from May 25, 2024-June 9, 2025. The exact conjunction with your North Node depends on your degree, but Gemini North Node natives will have better luck and bigger opportunities throughout this year. Just remember that Jupiter rules your Sagittarius South Node. Beware of putting all your eggs in one basket, or fixating on only one possible solution. Appreciate the little things, because these add up. An active gratitude practice helps you to recognize and receive more blessings.

CANCER NORTH NODE: The first part of this quarter brings friction from all the activity in Aries, but anything moving through Taurus offers subtle support for Cancer North Node natives. Always pay attention to your feelings, even the so-called negative ones. In relation to your North Node, emotions guide you well. If something bothers you, experiment with extra nurturing vs. a need to withdraw and recharge. You move like the tides, and you’re much more sensitive to lunar events (like eclipses) than other North Node signs. Sometimes you just need to wait out the energies. The key for you is learning to trust your natural rhythm. Pushing too hard doesn’t pay, no matter how much that Capricorn South Node drives you. If you feel tired, moody, and/or raw, practice extra good energy hygiene on the many highly charged dates this quarter.

LEO NORTH NODE: Anything moving through Aries and Gemini offers supportive energy to Leo North Node natives. Those planets moving through Taurus challenge you to put yourself first, even if that goes against tradition. Anyone with a 0-7 degree Leo North Node has Pluto–planet of death and rebirth–obliterating old patterns and social pressures of your Aquarius South Node. For later degrees, your Pluto time will come, but not this year. Focus on creativity. Second Quarter 2024 favors a complete makeover of Leo finances, health, appearance, and overall self-confidence. If something makes you insecure, you’ll have many opportunities to level up. Don’t worry about feeling vain or undeserving. In its highest expression, Leo’s healthy ego inspires and empowers those around you. If you feel stuck, imagine sharing your comeback story with whoever needs to hear it.

VIRGO NORTH NODE: Second Quarter 2024 brings a mix of energies your way. Anything moving through Taurus trines Virgo, so you’re likely to experience a lift and even some sudden breakthroughs during April and May. Gemini placements eventually square your Virgo/Pisces nodal axis. That can trigger excess criticism, insecurity, disappointment, and nostalgia. Depending on your degree, Saturn in Pisces will limit contact with anyone or anything no longer on path for you. Pay extra attention to your physical health and well-being. Remember to incorporate daily habits like exercise, nourishing foods, and some sort of spiritual discipline. If you dream, write those down and organize them for easier analysis of recurring themes and symbols. When discomfort arises, aim to upgrade your distraction. Instead of drugs, alcohol, or sugar, knock off something on your to-do list. You’ll feel MUCH better in the long run.

LIBRA NORTH NODE: This is a potent quarter for Libra North Node natives. The April 8th Solar Eclipse occurs in Aries, your South Node sign. Anyone with nodal degrees between 13 and 23 Aries/Libra will most feel that impact, but all of you have a chance for massive healing and release. Throughout this quarter you’re likely to see new opportunities for collaboration, partnership, and love. Planets in Aquarius and Gemini offer harmonious support for creative projects, legal issues, and negotiations. Anything moving through Taurus or Pisces brings strange but potentially life changing situations to Libra natives. In a world of warfare, legal quagmires, and aggression, you’re called to keep the peace. Bring some harmony into sharp, ugly areas. When in doubt, ask, “How can I beautify my surroundings and myself?” and “What would love do?” Jupiter in Gemini for the next year brings good luck. Just remember to look for win-win scenarios. It’s not all about you.

SCORPIO NORTH NODE: This is a make-or-break quarter for Scorpio North Node natives. With all the activity in your South Node sign of Taurus, you’ll be challenged to release anything that no longer serves–including a perceived need for self-sufficiency and material security. When you surrender and release, that which you need arrives in a newer, more appropriate form for you. Trying to hold onto the old won’t serve you well, especially in April. Yours is a sign of shared resources, transformation, death and rebirth. You reach your full potential by diving deep into your passions, research, vulnerability, and emotions. As the Gospel of Thomas says, “If you bring forth what is within you, what you bring forth will save you. If you do not bring forth what is within you, what you do not bring forth will destroy you.” Your mystical side unlocks far more protection, healing, and security than focusing on the 3D world.

SAGITTARIUS NORTH NODE: Second Quarter 2024 brings change through a variety of energies. Anything moving through Aries offers destiny level support. Opportunity knocks, and doors open. Transits in Gemini call up South Node issues like spreading yourself too thin, lack of focus, and a willingness to stay small. When these old patterns erupt, ask your angels, intuition, and Higher Self, “Where do I need to go all in? Which quantum leaps would broaden my horizons?” Travel clears your calendar and your perspective. Tuning out the endless chatter expands manifestation. As planets move through Taurus and Cancer, you might sense some weird energies. Life feels surreal, but you’ve learned to pay attention in such moments. You catch a glimpse of something grand and begin to sense your own role in a larger unfolding story. You’re a natural teacher and inspiring guide for others. Embrace those qualities: they bring meaning and success.

CAPRICORN NORTH NODE: A vital quarter for Capricorn North Node natives! All the activity in Aries stirs up potential for healing and greater leadership roles. You’re not here to remain a homebody. You’re here to teach, lead, or manage others. Your natural empathy helps you do so with a softer touch, but beware of empathy overload. Too much emotion and family-like enmeshment become your personal kryptonite. Transits in Taurus lend grounded support and stability for on-path endeavors, while Gemini brings the weird through a series of highly charged events or realizations. These might feel fleeting, but pay attention. That information shines light on your life path. Cancer Season moves through your South Node sign, raising family issues, codependent relationships, and a need to release that which no longer serves. It really is okay to say, “No.” Sometimes that’s the only answer you can afford to give, on any level. Cut your losses, Cappy, and move on.

AQUARIUS NORTH NODE: Second Quarter 2024 is active for everyone on Earth right now, including Aquarius North Node natives. Anything moving through Aries or Gemini brings harmonious support. Pay special attention to new friendships, opportunities, and healing information. Since your sign connects with group energy and humanitarian concerns, you might feel called to offer support during more intense transit dates like the April 8th Sun-Moon-Chiron in Aries New Moon Solar Eclipse, as well as the future oriented–but very intense–Jupiter-Uranus conjunction in Taurus on April 20th. While being of service, prime yourself for intuitive downloads and big ideas. Your sign’s ruler (Uranus) brings a stroke of genius and the element of surprise, but it’s not all about you. Your insights, skills, and ideas help others. With Pluto still in early Aquarius, we’ll see huge collective transformation in coming years. Often ahead of your time, consider how well-positioned you are to co-create this changing the world.

PISCES NORTH NODE: Mars entered Pisces on March 22 and remains in your North Node sign through April 30. Whenever Mars conjuncts your North Node, something decisive shifts. Exactly when depends on precise degree, but overall you’ll feel a lift throughout April. A Pisces North Node can feel nebulous, but practical realist Saturn continues to troubleshoot illusions, build foundations, and identify tangible opportunities in Pisces. On May 25, one of your sign’s co-rulers–Jupiter–enters Gemini for the next year. Jupiter squares to your nodal axis can still bring benefits, but beware of get rich quick schemes. Pay special attention to bigger picture ideas, philosophy, information exchange, and anything to do with organized religion vs. spirituality. “Life” will probably adjust these areas. On June 2, your sign’s other ruler–Neptune–enters the anaretic (final) 29th degree of Pisces. Increasingly, collective energies will feel more ordained and aligned with your destiny.

Ways to Reconnect with Nature

Returning to Mother Nature.

I’ve been meaning to share this post by my amazing artist and gardening friend Sue. She shares her own thoughts and creations, as well as a video from astrologer Pam Gregory and Katherine Macbean of The People’s Food and Farming Alliance. For those who don’t know, there’s been an ongoing war on Nature and our food supply. This video and post offer hope, in context of larger spiritual unfolding, plus ways to strengthen local food sovereignty.

A Little Garden Cheer

Just some photos from today’s garden. Whatever critter usually lops off my ground level tulips has let them bloom this year. Much appreciated after the weird weather froze and creased my early daffodils.

I don’t think those ones alongside the silver planter have ever reached this stage during the six April’s we’ve lived here.

The tulips inside the planter are less prolific than some years, but grape hyacinths have made up for those:

I am ALL about pink this year, so yay for pink tulips chiming in after the pink hyacinths have faded.

It’s a banner year for candytuft (above) and paperwhite daffodils (below). Nature always fills in the blanks.

The Change at Hand

Long time blog reader and magical being Nikkoale sent this video to me by private email, and I knew I would share it here.

On this day of Sun in Taurus exactly square Pluto in Aquarius, just on the heels of yesterday’s Jupiter-Uranus conjunction, also in Taurus, with Venus (love) exactly conjunct Chiron (wound/wounded healer) in Aries, this animated music video evokes humanity’s ongoing shift. For some people, this change involves deep shadow work and breaking free of trauma, brainwashing, and peer pressure. For others, it involves stepping more fully into empowerment and having courage to forge pathways for others.

I found “KINGDOM” both intense and cathartic. If nitty-gritty astro lingo leaves you scratching your head, this one pulls right at the heart and soul. These challenging times have such potential! My fingers wanted to type poet-ential, and I feel and sense that, too. We were born for this.

If receiving this by email, you’ll need to click through to view the animated short film–just under 14 minutes, but a journey in itself.

April 19-25th Energies (Video)

One of the biggest weeks this year. Sun enters Taurus, Jupiter conjunct Uranus in Taurus, Sun square Pluto, Venus conjunct Chiron, Scorpio Full Moon, Mercury stations Direct conjunct North Node in Aries. What will happen, and what’s it all mean? If you’re receiving this by email, you’ll need to click through to watch the video. WordPress doesn’t embed them.

Related videos and blog posts:

All about Black Moon Lilith (video)

Blog post about the Full Moon in Scorpio

April 2024 Forecast and Second Quarter North Node Horoscopes

Jupiter, Uranus, and the Full Moon in Scorpio~April 20-23, 2024

A period of radical change continues to heat up. My April 2024 Forecast shared:

April 20 Jupiter conjunct Uranus in Taurus. Another seismic astro event with strong future orientation. Mars in Pisces exactly sextiles this conjunction on the 19th, amplifying an already pivotal event. If you have any planets or points at 19-23 Libra, these will form the apex of a Yod (aka Finger of God) triggered by transiting Jupiter, Uranus and Mars. Anyone with planets or points from 17-25 of Fixed Signs (Taurus, Leo, Scorpio and Aquarius) will receive extra activation. This is a great day to record any kind of psychic downloads, but not a good day for high risk physical activities. Keep a notebook on hand. Uranian insights strike fast, then disappear. A powerful day for liberation even amidst collective chaos.

April 21 Sun in Taurus squares Pluto in Aquarius. Intensity skyrockets. Meanwhile, Venus conjuncts Chiron in Aries, bringing extra healing to relationships and creative projects. Juno stations Direct today in Virgo. I don’t always mention Juno, but this Juno shift brings an added layer of wounding and/or healing around marriage, commitment, and family issues. Opportunities arise to shift issues that arose on or around March 10th. With Virgo, pay attention to details, as they’re likely to reveal something important at this time.

April 23 Full Moon in Scorpio, 7:48 p.m. Eastern U.S. time. The Sabian Symbol for this Full Moon is: “(SCORPIO 5°): A MASSIVE ROCKY SHORE RESISTS THE POUNDING OF THE SEA.” Dane Rudhyar adds a “KEYNOTE: The inertia of all institutionalized procedures.” Normally, we think of Scorpio as the sign of death and rebirth, but this energy sounds much more Taurean. With transiting Chiron in the same degree as the U.S. natal Chiron and Mercury still conjunct the North Node–all in Aries–this imagery emphasizes that which cannot so easily be destroyed, despite ongoing attacks. The Jupiter-Uranus conjunction remains in orb, bringing optimism and unexpected change. “Turnabout is fair play.”

Of special note: the Sabian Symbol for the Jupiter-Uranus conjunction is: “(TAURUS 22°): WHITE DOVE FLYING OVER TROUBLED WATERS.” Dane Rudhyar adds a “KEYNOTE: The spiritual inspiration that comes to the individual in the overcoming of crisis. … A REWARD TO THE FAITHFUL.” This suggests a spiritual process that elevates lower energies into something higher. Given the saber rattling in our world right now, having this future-oriented conjunction point to peace feels encouraging. This conjunction remains in effect at the time of the Scorpio Full Moon, even though Jupiter will have moved into the next degree.

Elatus tightly conjuncts the Scorpio Full Moon point. Zane Stein notes: “On Amable’s blog, Transneptunian Astrology, there is this interesting observation about Elatus: ‘Elatus has an incredible ability to escape from the most dif[f]icult situations, like Morfeo-Neo in the movie “The Matrix” (1999). But [it’s] more habitual that he flees before things get worse.’” Learn to read the room, and pay attention to your Spidey senses. The line between experiencing heaven or hell is razor thin right now.

At the time of the Scorpio Full Moon, Mars at 24 Pisces opposes Black Moon Lilith at 22 Virgo. Meanwhile, Chiron at 20 Aries continues to quincunx Black Moon Lilith. Our friend Thereus–Mr. “Waiting in the Wings”–also shows up again at 20 Virgo. These intense energies suggest highly charged questions regarding relationships. If conflicts arise, ask yourself, “Where am I not being authentic? What does my reaction reveal about deeper expectations and motivations?” The presence of Thereus suggests potential upgrades or replacement. In times of major collective shift, it pays to affirm, “If not this, then something better.”

Use the reactivity of Black Moon Lilith and Elatus as opportunities to reposition yourself in a more authentic way. Since we’re talking about Chiron in Aries quincunx Black Moon Lilith/Thereus in Virgo, questions of identity, healing, and daily habits could also arise. Eris–the goddess of discord–at 24 Aries adds another element of powerful, dark feminine energy. She demands respect, as does Lilith. Eris refuses to be overlooked again. At the time of the Full Moon, Eris tightly conjuncts Venus. Pay attention to any nudges to reorder your priorities, relationships, finances, or appearance. Then take appropriate action.

The Jupiter-Uranus conjunction remains in effect, so intuitive downloads will likely bring expansive future results. That 20-22 Virgo point supportively trines the Jupiter-Uranus conjunction, so the solution to whatever stuck issue you’ve been dealing with is probably “waiting in the wings.” Also, remember that a balanced Black Moon Lilith acts more like fairy godmother than mad woman in the attic.

Pluto in early Aquarius squares the Taurus Sun-Scorpio Moon axis. That’s also the financial axis, so we could see power plays and big changes in areas of money, shared resources, wealth, and/or agriculture.

Despite all these demands for change, the Sabian Symbol of this Full Moon in Scorpio alerts us to that which endures. “(SCORPIO 5°): A MASSIVE ROCKY SHORE RESISTS THE POUNDING OF THE SEA.” If you’ve tried and tried to remove someone or something from your life, and even with all this astro liberation you can’t seem to shake free, it might be time to adjust perspective. Maybe this someone or something continues in some way to serve your highest good. Perhaps a soul agreement or Fate holds more power than imagined.

In that case, the Serenity Prayer offers a way forward:

“God grant me the Serenity to accept the things I cannot change, Courage to change the things I can, and the Wisdom to know the difference.” With the continued stellium in Aries, it feels tempting to assume “I know all the answers. I’m right about this,” or to say, “I could agree with you, but then we’d both be wrong.” Jupiter can also bring that “my way or the highway” energy into the mix. Just remember that Uranus involves the unexpected. In a world of all possibilities, true liberation might mean accepting whatever you cannot change and then riffing with the boundaries.

That’s the reason I love painting doors as portals! They aren’t blank slates. Rather, their inherent structure and limitations inspire more creativity.

Serenity, Courage, and Wisdom bring positive results. No use banging your head against a massive rocky shore. Water wears away stone–eventually. Meanwhile, you might expend your energy in more efficient ways. “That which you resist, persists.” This awareness brings back the Scorpio element of this Full Moon. Release that which no longer serves, but if–in your state of total surrender–some things still remain, ponder those implications.

Instead of writhing against the rocky shore, maybe climb aboard that massive rock and catch some rays. Not all change happens at once. Gradual shifts often bring less trauma than a sudden 180, even if both lead to the same place in the end. As a friend of mine says, “The Universe is smarter than we are.” And as my Dream Guys say, “Delay leads to delight.”

Two Realities Dream

Here’s an odd one for you, perhaps collective. Warning to those with language triggers, this dream contains two F-bombs, because that was part of the plot. I’m curious if this resonates with anyone, because it was a weird set of contrasts and surreal over/under reaction:

4/14/2024
“Two Realities”

There was so much more to this dream. A large group of people, milling around on the edge of something. Every once in awhile, someone would hand something across the veil, almost like there were two large groups, divided by an invisible force field.

Most people seemed totally unaware of this state of affairs, but some people, including me, could see both groups. It seemed like horizontal canisters of some sort got hand passed back and forth between the groups. Some of the people doing this wore white, flowy clothing that looked translucent in the dark and moonlight. I don’t know what the cylinders were. They were the size of extra large, silver beer cans, but I don’t think that’s what they were.

I mostly interacted with these white-clad diaphanous women, and spent extra time with one in particular. They kind of seemed like nymphs or faery people. At some point, a chubby, black-haired, teenage youth or young man wearing a baggy black t-shirt and (I think) black jeans stood in the middle of everything. He emitted a bratty, selfish energy, and I said something like, “Hey! FUCK you. Why don’t you fuck off and get outta here?!”

I had looked up from my conversation with one of the women and yelled this to him from maybe twenty feet away. There wasn’t much charge to him or to me saying that, but I immediately dissolved and then reappeared right next to him. I felt a need to apologize because I had been rude in front of all these people. He seemed to flicker in and out of visible range, too, which made me wonder if my comment had actually been justified. I was blaming myself (a little) for being rude, but he was an out-of-phase, heavy, dense anomaly. He refused to accept my apology, instead just appearing and disappearing like a trickster.

Again, there wasn’t much charge to this. My reaction to him surprised me. It seemed to come out of nowhere, but as I tried to dial back or apologize for what I said, his glowering presence and trickster energy made me wonder if I had had a legitimate reaction to his presence.

I eventually ignored him, since no one else seemed to have noticed his presence or what I said. The diaphanous women in white just kept talking and raising their arms. Their sleeves draped down from their wrists in the moonlight, as their slender, delicate hands passed things from one world to the other.

END of dream journal.

Eclipse Review and Garden Update

As I shared in my recent video and post about the April 8th Total Solar Eclipse exactly-to-the-minute conjunct Chiron, this one hit my chart in very intense and precise ways. My natal Chiron is just six minutes away from the Eclipse-Chiron point, and my natal Uranus is at 19 Libra. My progressed Sun (how my identity has been evolving over the course of my life) is at 20 Cancer right now, forming a T-square with all of this.

We had a potent few days. On Thursday, I finished getting the house ready for a visit by David’s daughter Allie (Alexia) and her boyfriend Colby. As I finished my last session, Mr. Mallard settled by the patio for a chilly afternoon nap.

He popped up for a few moments when I wanted to take a photo, then fell back asleep until Mrs. Mallard told him to get moving! We love the Mallard’s.

Allie and Colby arrived on Friday morning for a long weekend. David’s father died on Christmas, but his family decided to wait until Saturday, April 6th for the memorial service. That gave us Friday and Sunday to have Allie and Colby all to ourselves. We took them to some favorite spots in Kalamazoo and then headed out to Holland, Michigan. David’s half Dutch, but Allie is three-quarters Dutch, so it seemed like a good place to go.

Allie and Colby in Holland

We showed them some of our favorite Holland spots, and then went on a blustery walk to see Big Red at Lake Michigan.

It was really cold! And invigorating.

Colby had his first Thai experience at Thai Avenue, which might end up being his best experience. It’s difficult to top Thai Avenue in Zeeland!

On Saturday, we drove to Goshen for the service, scattered some ashes in a special spot for David’s dad, enjoyed a meal at GB Co. (Goshen Brewing Company), and browsed a few Main Street shops before heading back to Kalamazoo. The four of us have such an easy time hanging out together. We can go from funny to serious to emotional, life-or-death stories or questions, and back to funny in very short order.

Sunday involved more delicious food at The Cove in Portage followed by a short hike, which we forgot to photograph. They flew out Sunday evening.

Amidst the intensity of such a highly charged weekend, Sunday also would have been Momma Jane’s 79th birthday. I knew that even if she somehow managed to make it past October 2023 and February 2024, that there was no way she’d make it past the April 8th eclipse conjunct her natal Sun. Not when both daughters have transiting Pluto (planet of death) conjunct Moon (mother). Our mom also had some really brutal transits that demanded either total transformation, or death. At almost 79 years old, death was easier than total transformation while embodied.

Having David’s dad’s memorial service the day before Momma Jane’s birthday, followed the next day by the Sun-Moon-Chiron Total Solar Eclipse conjunct my natal Chiron and activating my natal Uranus/progressed Sun T-square felt … intense. Given the number of emergency emails I received, I was not the only one feeling the energies. On Friday night, we learned that an older friend we had hoped to see at the memorial service had passed away during a surgical procedure. I know of several animals close to passing, as well as some other emergency room visits. Eclipse energy builds ahead of time, and it can reverberate for six months, so we probably have not heard the end of these stories.

I didn’t watch the eclipse myself, but definitely felt and witnessed the dark, pregnant sky. The energy was super eerie. I felt light during it, but the energy itself seemed dense. Weighty. I also got so cold that I needed to turn on the heat. Reactions people shared with me ranged from “very cool” to “Oh my gosh! Incredible!” to “Everything feels really fucking eerie right now … [then, a few minutes later] Ahhh and suddenly things feel much better and lighter. Amen!”

“K,” one of the people I know who was strategically placed sent me some photos. She said they could even see the solar flares!

at totality, but edge light was so bright it lit up the center

My sister was in Pennsylvania, and she sent me a photo of the partial eclipse visible there:

David works outside a lot and happened to be where a bunch of people had the special eclipse glasses, so he took a peek. When he got home, we decided to finish the garden upgrades we had hoped to complete before Allie and Colby arrived. Several days of rain encouraged us to quit halfway and finish laying out the landscape cloth and river rocks today.

hyacinths, garlic, chives, and daffodils

It’s been a weird Spring here. Unseasonably warm days followed by frost, snow, and hail have left many of my daffodils with creased stems and droopy flowers. Today reached 72 here, and the hyacinths fully bloomed.

We like how different the rocks look when dry (shown) or wet (darker and more dramatic):

I’m curious how these rocks will influence the microclimate up front. Since this area gets afternoon shade, they’ll probably extend the season by a week or two on either side, without raising the temperature too much on the hottest days.

You can see a bag of mulch in the distance–a before photo, as David later finished pouring fourteen more of these around weeping cherry trees, dogwood, forsythia and hibiscus. It’s been nice working in the yard together. From Easter Weekend through today, we’ve caught up with quite a few neighbors enjoying warmer days.

When the eclipse moved back to light, I felt a joyful sense of peace and progress. Finishing the circle of river rocks while inhaling fragrant hyacinths felt just right–the exclamation point to a very intense few days. How did you fare?

New Moon in Aries Total Solar Eclipse ~ April 8, 2024

My April 2024 Forecast shared:

“April 8 New Moon in Aries Solar Eclipse, 2:21 p.m. Eastern U.S. time. One of the biggest events this decade, let alone this year. Sun, Moon, and Chiron all conjunct exactly to the minute at 19°24′ Aries. Eclipses are always intense, but Chiron’s exactitude skyrockets potential for wounding and healing. This eclipse enters the United States at Eagle Pass, TX–home of the border standoff–and it will be visible from fifteen U.S. states. Adding to the intensity, the eclipse occurs in the degree prior to the U.S. natal Chiron, so it will bring up unhealed wounds throughout U.S. history. If you have any placements between 15-25° of Cardinal signs (Aries, Cancer, Libra, Capricorn), you’ll feel this more than most, but we will all be affected by this once-in-a-lifetime cosmic healing event. This is a North Node eclipse, paving the way for future opportunities and collective destiny events. Results of this eclipse might happen right away, but the impact is strong enough that it could ripple for at least six months.”

April 8, 2024, 2:21 p.m., Washington, D.C.

At the time of the eclipse, we find a stellium in Aries with Venus, North Node, Sun, Moon, Chiron, and Mercury (currently Retrograde)–all in the first sign of the zodiac. Whatever this eclipse triggers will be destined (North Node), healing (Chiron), and new (Aries). If old wounds arise, something about collective response (North Node) will enter unknown territory. Aries is the sign of the individual, but also the sign of pioneers. Note the already close conjunction of Jupiter and Uranus in Taurus, at 19° and 21°, respectively. This conjunction perfects on April 20th, but the energies already point toward an optimistic and expanded future.

As mentioned in my video, more than most, this eclipse will highlight contrasts of individual experience. On a lower level, the Aries stellium could exacerbate service-to-self tendencies of narcissists and psychopaths. The Washington, D.C. chart puts Leo (another “me first” Fire sign) on the Ascendant. The eclipse conjuncts the U.S. natal Chiron, bringing potential healing, but also pain. The Sun-Moon-Chiron eclipse could erupt in a healing crisis of national importance.

Jupiter expands whatever he touches, and Uranus brings the chaos. If some event triggers a public awakening and old controllers double down in arrogance, we could see riots and revolution. Aries is also the sign of war. Whether an organic, false flag, or black swan event, whatever ignites will change the world over the next six months.

On a higher level, the Aries stellium brings courage to individuals who desperately need to liberate themselves from codependent relationships, wishy-washy indecision, and fear of rocking the boat. As the saying goes: “The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing.” Some people attribute that quote to Edmund Burke, and others to John Stuart Mill. Whoever said it, this statement will show its relevance in April 2024. Chiron in Aries involves a wound to the Self. Some childhood hurt or core wound (Chiron) prevents individuals from empowering themselves and moving on (Aries). The blast of energy from Jupiter (Great Benefic) conjunct Uranus (liberator) in Taurus (the sign of the physical realm, personal values, and self-sufficiency–ruled by Venus/love) infuses those on a healing journey with new optimism to make grounded (Taurus) change (Uranus).

People suffering in silence no longer need to fear rocking the boat. Stability and status quo will not withstand the crashing waves. Ready or not, here change comes. In these stormy seas, your rocking boat can become an ark. Grab what you need in order to seed a better future.

In times of great chaos, learning to pivot is key. Fortunes are made and lost as collective values and the nexus of power shift. New leaders (Aries) appear, seemingly out of nowhere, and yet, they were “made for this time.” With Neptune approaching the anaretic (final) degree of Pisces, these new leaders could offer the highest spiritual principles, or the worst deception, both exaggerated qualities of Neptune in his home sign. Those of us who’ve worked to uplift the collective may find a new public receptivity to our message, but that sudden openness will probably arise from pain (Chiron). Trauma is a great awakener. What gentle nudges and quiet wisdom fail to budge, trauma-drama often forces. In retrospect, whatever occurs will have “needed to happen,” but it won’t feel comfortable for the collective.

Again, individual experience and response will vary. For many of you, the most important questions are: “Can I allow myself to thrive, even if those around me do not? Will I allow myself to receive the rewards of my long and difficult healing journey, even if others are just beginning their own journeys?”

We don’t empower positive change by dumbing ourselves down, limiting our awareness, suppressing our enthusiasm, cowering in fear, and staying small. We can’t get miserable enough to elevate someone else’s freedom and joy. As individuals, we can–and do–blaze new trails of healing when we act with courage. When we find and embrace new ways to thrive. April 2024 is one of the most intense and potent months humanity has ever faced, certainly in recent times. Decide (Aries) what you need to do in order to move ahead. Quantum leaps are possible for everyone. Your mission–should you choose to accept it–is to rise to your occasion, whatever that demands.

Many individuals living our best lives create a tipping point for collective reality. I share much more in my video, embedded below. (If you’re receiving this by email, you’ll need to click through to view since WordPress doesn’t send YouTube videos through email.)

As I mention in the video, this eclipse hits my chart in precise and electrifying ways–within minutes of my natal Chiron, in tight opposition to my 19° Libra natal Uranus. This axis also creates a T-square with my progressed Sun (evolving identity) at 20° Cancer. I have several other insanely intense transits in April, and these are already playing out. Timing of long-delayed external events beyond my control has all clustered in this pre-eclipse weekend, and right before April 20th.

Because my natal Chiron (19°18′ Aries) conjuncts the U.S. natal Chiron (20°08′ Aries), big changes in my personal life often coincide with major events in the United States. For example, my first marriage would never have occurred without 9/11. I won’t go into those details other than noting a looming sense of change. Every intuitive person I know is feeling it. People who bury their heads in the sand will need truckloads more sand to continue their denial. Even if they manage to import a mountain of sand, winds of change will blow it all away.

Given the state of our country and our world, things cannot continue in their current form. We cannot hide and opt out of the coming change. But we can level up. If not this, then something better. Commit to exploring and experiencing that “something better,” even if you have no idea how it will look. If you tap into your most expansive, creative, and courageous Self, these winds of change will blow in your favor.

April 2024 Specials

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