Astrology Report

Happy Birthday to RuPaul who turns 48 today!

The famous drag queen was born November 17, 1960, in San Diego,CA.

That makes him a Scorpio Sun, Scorpio Moon and Gemini Ascendant.  Gemini Ascendant is perfect for the diva with two very distinct personalities.

Daisy Fuentes, the hot Cuban super model,and Martin Scorsese, the Academy Award winning director, are also celebrating birthdays.  Proud and ferocious, somewhat vain…Sounds about right on.

Scorpio- You will need to employ some common sense this week, and don’t rely too heavily on intuition. Cold, hard facts will get you through a tough situation Scorpio. Make sure all things are in order, especially your transportation.

Sagittarius- You are feeling very vulnerable and blue, especially early in the week. Take time to rest this weekend and recover from a week of hard work. Saturday will be a good day for staying in with your loved one.

Capricorn- It’s your lucky week! This is going to be a profitable time for you Capricorn, but act now! This is the perfect time for taking risks in a new business venture.

Aquarius- Don’t make any hasty decisions early in the week. Follow your hunches, listen to your dreams, you are in tune with the cosmic forces this week. By the end of the week you’ll know what the next step to progress will be.

Pisces- There’s a lot of obstacles between you and your fun this week. Don’t give into martyrdom or self-pity. Seek out advice from someone who’s been there already. Get ready for things to get a little sticky.

Aries- Everyone around you seems to falling to pieces, but don’t let that get to you. You have some issues of your own to work through this week, you are in the position to think clearly. And don’t meddle or give unsolicited advice.

Taurus- Be careful about who or what you say yes to this week. Give your decision lots of thought, like you know you should. Remember: Not all that glitters is gold.

Gemini- You’re at fork in the road. Now is the time to define your boundaries in your personal relationships, it could help strengthen what is already there. Take time for yourself this weekend, meditate about what the next step will be.

Cancer- You need to work hard at the practical matters in your life, but you also need more than anything to carve out some time for creativity and sensuality. Your hard work will soon bear the fruits of success, and then you can relax.

Leo- This is a week of acknowledgment for you. The world sees what you have to offer and they are buying. Trust yourself but let others voice their opinions, you don’t have to agree with what they say. Give yourself lots of time to rest this weekend, you earned it.

Virgo- This is a good week to follow your own advice. You always know what other people should be doing or not doing with their lives, guess what? It’s your turn to step up and make a few positive changes, the opportunity you’ve been hoping for is coming your way, be ready.

Libra- Balance! Balance! Balance! You will need to be practical in the coming weeks Libra. Curb your emotionally-charged impulsive spending because the winter is near and you don’t want be left in the cold. Pay off whatever bills you have outstanding and consider a budget you can stick to.

Scorpio- Get in the driver’s seat and take control of your life.  It’s time to grow up Scorpio, don’t doubt yourself, you’ve learned a thing or two in this lifetime, put your smarts to the test this week, you’ll do just fine.

Sagittarius- Just because things aren’t going the way you want them to doesn’t mean you have to fly off the handle.  Have some tact, but stand your ground, and remember to keep the promises you made this week.

Capricorn- It feels like you’re spinning your wheels, not getting anywhere.  Maybe you should consider an alternate plan.  Maybe you need to expand your circle of friends, try something different, and stop putting the responsibility on others.

Aquarius- Are you feeling over-whelmed?  It’s time to take a break from all the worrying and just breath.  The problems aren’t going anywhere Aquarius, but if you’re going to keep going you’ll need your strength.  You’ll be well-advised to use some creative visualization to achieve some inner peace this week.

Pisces- Mood-swings abound this week for you Pisces, but don’t let that impair your judgement.  Don’t be tempted into escapism, stay grounded.  Have some fun this week, let your imagination reign.

Aries- Your still nursing some old battle wounds, but don’t let that turn you into a big grump.  You know what you want, whether it be in love or work, you just need to fine-tune that approach so as not to come across as too aggressive, we know deep down you’re a softy.

Taurus- My you’re in great spirits this week!  Just go with it, enjoy being you and don’t let others dictate who you are or should be.  You’ve been working real hard so take a break this weekend and just have some fun.

Gemini- You’re torn between slipping back to your old partying ways and your new-found sense of balance.  I suggest you try to employ some good judgement Gemini, there’s a time and a place for everything.  Don’t lose what you’ve worked so hard to get.

Cancer- It’s time to start looking toward the future Cancer.  Things aren’t what you thought they’d be and you want to retreat into your shell.  Understandibly you want to hide, but now is not the time.  You’re starting over from scratch, so be practical about where you direct your energy.  It’s time for a transformation.

Leo- Don’t let yourself get entangled in misunderstandings this week Leo.  Be clear about your intentions and your message will be heard.  This weekend is a great time for socializing, but don’t get too crazy, you don’t want to have to be nursing a hang-over.

Virgo- You’re feeling crabby and impatient. Nothing is going according to plan this week, but don’t freak out!  Take a chill-pill, do some yoga, or meditate.  Do whatever you need to do to keep from getting snotty with those around you, remember this too will pass.

Libra- Things are taking a turn for the best Libra.  You will start to see the fruits of your labor this week, but don’t let that stop you from pushing for more.  Think of ways to challenge yourself further since you are capable of so much more than you give yourself credit for.  And don’t forget to thank those who help you.

Scorpio this is a good time to rethink your scheming ways. The new Moon in your sign will bring you a rebirth, which is long overdue.

Sagittarius it’s all fun and games until you get the bill. Well, there’s no running away from your responsibilities this week. And you know what they say about assumptions… so don’t.

Capricorn you want your cake and you want it now! Too bad, this week you’re going to have to be patient. And don’t huff and puff about it, your friends don’t want to hear it. Chill out and rethink your plans.

Aquarius you’re going to have to stop playing the victim this week and stop that whining that everyone finds so off-putting. If you can’t play nice, then don’t play at all.

Pisces this is a good week to mingle, but be careful how you steer the conversation, you could reveal more than you need to. And it will come back and bite you.

Aries stop being so insecure and you might actually get lucky. Guard your cash and your time this week because the moochers are out to get you. And don’t lose your temper.

Taurus try not to be a bully this week or you’ll end up having to do a lot of explaining and apologizing, two things you hate more than anything.

Gemini you are actually on top of things this week, don’t let people’s mood swings and inconsistencies destabilize you now. Nose to the grindstone!

Cancer brace yourself for big changes this week. Your sensitive little soul will be in the emotional wringer, but it’s all for the best. Trust me.

Leo you are always so cheery and funny, and usually annoying to the moodier signs. But this week your sunny disposition and sense of humor are a welcome as so many of us are in a funk.

Virgo you’re going to need to simmer down your money worries this week or you’ll find yourself arguing with everyone. And stop freaking out so much about what others think of you.

Libra protect your assets and respect your deadlines this week. The focus should be on the future in the long-run, so avoid lashing out at your allies.

The current conditions in the United States has me a bit concerned, so I decided to consult my trusty Crowley deck to give me some insight on the situation(s).  Especially concerning the upcoming elections and economic crisis we are facing.  I wanted to know what we can expect from all of this.  I pulled three cards, one for past present and future.

The passing influence for this nation is the Emperor, which could easily be said is George W. Bush and the current administration.  The Emperor is the card of leadership and personal power, he is the visionary, the pioneer.  But on the dark side,  he can come to represent tyranny, war, conquest and strife. This is exactly what has been happening for the last eight years.  This country has lacked the leadership necessary to get it through some of the most difficult times in it’s history.  The leaders have been too focused on their own personal gain and built an empire on sand.  Now as the storms have hit, everything is being swept away, making room for changes.  But not without some struggles, don’t forget the Emperor can be tyrant and giving up that power won’t be easy.  Which is what we have with the current elections, the powers that be, of which McCain has been a part, has been employing dirty tactics to win, the Emperor wants victory!  And he’d rather leave it in the hands of one of his own, one who will continue the legacy of dominion.  But there’s no room any more for this old world way of thinking and eventually all empires fall.

In the present position I pulled the Two of Disks- Change.  The Uroboros snake eats it’s own tail and reminds us that change is the only constant and that it is cyclical.  This is actually a very positive card in the sense that it reveals to us, through changes, that which we must know.  I see the next few months as a time in which not only our leadership will change but also the direction in which it is going.  The changes will be for the good of the people and made for the people.  The snakes on this card form a number eight which is the number of change, and within it there are two yin and yang symbols which represent balance.  A sense of balance will be restored when we accept that changes are a natural process, and we must accept that the Emperor no longer holds the same power over us.  This is going to be seen in the upcoming elections.

In the future is the Hermit.  The Hermit seem s like a sad card because he is alone, but this is a self-imposed solitude, or seperation from the outside.  The Hermit is the lantern-bearer, the wise leader who draws upon internal wisdom and life’s experience as invaluable resources for assisting others.  This is the leadership we need now in this country.  We are in a dark period and we are looking to our government to light the way.  But unlike the Emperor who is concerned with power and victory, the Hermit wasnts to go within.  This isn’t a battlefield, and so the sword must be put down and the alntern picked up in order to light the way to a more human place.  It’s time to look within.  This might also be the time to start using the inner resources avaliable rather than relying on the outside markets for sustaining ourselves as a nation.  It might not be the most glamorous position to be in, but once we have accepted that our leadership has failed us, then we might have the courage to demand change, even if it means having to let go of our old ways of life. It might just be time for this nation to stand alone and look around and maybe gain some perspective.

If you’ve been feeling down about the state of things in the world lately, you should be relieved to hear that the Full Moon in Aries(occurring October 14) will bring you a renewed sense of hope.  This is a time to take a leap of faith and let yourself feel the joy of life, without over-analyzing everything too much.  Think of Aries as the child of the zodiac, being the first sign it also is a sign of initiation and setting forth on a journey.  Like the Fool of the tarot, Aries has the promise of a new adventure and it would do you well to think outside of the box and be more enterprising in your day to day life.  Get creative and celebrate the simple of life, don’t get too hung up on the dark side of things, since we need to maintain a positive attitude if we are to get through this big mess, that is the world today.

Speaking of the world, on a broader level, because Aries is ruled by Mars, we might be seeing an increase in violence and accidents affected by fire.  World leaders are feeling the crunch of what they have created in the last ten years and the natural reaction is to unleash the forces of evil on the world.  So, on a smaller, more individual level it is crucial that we recognize the happy moments and not dwell on the bad. It is also a time when people tend to be more argumentative, and explosive since Mars is the planet of war.  But it doesn’t have to be so dire, we need to employ some compassion and try to tap into our innocent, child-like side so that we can navigate through the negativity.  Remember, there is the hope of new things to come, and with the elections so near, this is the time for change and renewed hope.  So get out and vote, and vote with your heart, vote for the person your inner-child would vote for, and celebrate the freedoms, and small pleasures life has to offer.

It certainly feels like the world is in total chaos these days, with the world economy thrown off-kilter, the energy crisis being faced here at home, and wars and conflict breaking out all over, can all this be put in an astrological perspective?  There are many opinions about what brought on all this calamity and how we can solve it, I’ve scoured the web looking for some perspective and mostly hope.  We, the common people, those of us at the bottom have been left hanging after a bailout plan that doesn’t seem to be working and a government that refuses to address the real issues we have to wonder what the hell is going on?  There’s a lot of speculation about whether this marks the begining of the 2012 era when the whole world will experience a shift in consciousness.

Here are some interesting articles to look at with different takes on our current events.  In this article from grandtrines.com the author states “this might be one really scary Halloween.”

Another article I found quite interesting is in astrologyexplored.com, the article is titled The Astrology of Money: What Planets Our Economic Woes, worth checking out for a brief look at the correlation of the country’s birthday and it’s influence on today’s economy.

Please enjoy this small round-up of some articles that we enjoyed at some awesome sites:

Astrology Career Guidance Can Make All the Difference to your Life

Vedic Astrology 33 on Ang Sulong’s Arts and Entertainment

Astrological Reading of the United States on Astrology Explored

Astrology is extensive, so, blunders are bound to happen on Chinese Horoscope Compatibily

Balance! Balance! Balance!  That’s the key word for you Libra.  The next couple of months are going to be a bit chaotic as pressure mounts for you to complete those projects you started earlier this summer.  It’s time to put the finishing touches on that renovation or home-based business and prepare to release your baby into the universe.  With Mercury in retrograde starting the 15th of September all the way throught the 24th of October, you are going to have to make some tough choices about which direction you want those projects to go.  We know how much you hate pressure and you want things to be just perfect, but now is not the time to freak out about it.  If you have to make your people work harder, use those diplomatic skills of yours because tensions are running deep this time of the year.  You don’t want to push your allies away.  Make sure you take some time for deep breathing exercises or meditation because you’ll be needing it.

I can’t say that I agree with Sarah Palin’s politics, or that I even like her, but for some reason I can’t stop reading about her. She is a fascinating character in a sea of male politician look-a-likes, especially being a Republican. So I became curious about her astrological make-up and when her stats became public I went on-line and dug out her chart.

Sarah Palin was born in Sandpoint, Idaho on February 11, 1964, at 4:40pm. This makes Palin an Aquarius sun sign, with Leo rising and moon in Aquarius, as well. Actually, Aquarius appears many times in her chart, in Mercury, Mars and Saturn. This woman is a force to be reckoned with.

For starters, having her sun sign in Aquarius makes her a born doer. She is ambitious, energetic, extroverted, assertive, with a strong ego. These qualities are heightened by the influence of Aquarius present in her moon, as well. Palin is group oriented, prefers to lead rather than follow, and does not want to be confined to domesticity.

Jupiter in Aries gives this woman the drive and focus necessary for being a leader, but having Aries in Venus makes her seem a bit brusque. Palin is not easily shaken by external factors thanks to the coolness bestowed by Aquarius in Mercury.

Having Mars and Saturn in Aquarius makes Sarah a reformist, but she needs to learn to be open-minded since her conservative views leave little room for compassion and flexibility.

And I think what makes Sarah Palin the celebrity that she has become is having Leo as her rising sign. Leo’s influence is what gives her popularity. Leos are naturally fascinating individuals who always steal the spotlight from those around her. It’s this influence that allows her to make connections with the public, otherwise Aquarius’ influence would dominate her personality and make her cool and distant.

Sarah Palin has the astrological make-up of a natural born leader, but a person is more than their chart. She has immersed herself in a conservative environment dominated by male power and given her chart she is apt to absorb those qualities.

There’s nothing wrong with that, I do think it’s curious that she embodies all the things that conservative men have criticized in professional women: independence, ambition, masculinity. She needs to analyze what the intentions of those around her are when she was nominated as running mate, and not let it get to her head.