New Moon in Sagittarius 2024

On November 30th at 10:21 PM PST the Moon joins the Sun at 9 degrees Sagittarius 33 minutes. It is a time of harmony, of independence and hope. We have all experienced the shadow of Scorpio reminding us to look at our own foibles and hidden agendas, and now it is time for a change of perspective.

Sagittarius is a Mutable Fire Sign. It is the last month of Autumn, with hints of Winter on its way. Mutable signs are by nature flexible and adaptable, and able to change when necessary to transition to what is to come. Fire signs exhibit high energy, passion, courage, creativity and adventure. Time for change that invites new ways to perceive reality. A less emotional outlook, one of hope and enthusiasm.

This creative Fire sign brings us all a new outlook, thanks to Jupiter, its ruler. Our largest planet is a “benefic” one, associated with the principles of growth, expansion, adventures, healing, prosperity, good fortune, and miracles. Jupiter governs long distance and foreign travel, big business and wealth, higher education, religion, and law. It helps us to see the big picture, versus a limited vision of what is to be. We can dream the big dream and actualize it!

Traditionally on a New Moon we are planning, dreaming up the next step in our lives. Now we are looking at our personal possibilities and what they can bring us. No longer stirred by the dramas in our election cycles and outcomes, the state of the world is still at a very vulnerable time. We can see where our lives are headed within the constructs of what is coming. To me it seems we are headed toward more compassionate and caring outcomes; like kids learning how to get along on the playground;)

On this occasion the Sun and Moon, joined by Mercury in Sagittarius at 20 degrees, make a wide opposition to Jupiter at 17 degrees Gemini, and a square to Saturn at 12 degrees Pisces. This creates a T-Square, with Saturn showing the way to proceed. When these luminaries oppose Jupiter, the rush of what’s possible becomes a flash of opportunities you might invest yourself in, but Saturn reminds you not to exaggerate, to promise more than is possible, and/or to misjudge through over-optimism. Mercury brings an abundance of ideas, interests, and plans for the future, making it difficult to focus on any particular area. But the square to Saturn bestows an aptitude for solving difficult mental problems due to a careful, methodical approach, attention to detail, and tenacity in following a matter through to its conclusion.

These planets and luminaries are setting us all up for a reboot, a new horizon to shoot for. Humanity is moving toward awakening on a mass level, and if we do our part by believing we are worthy enough to aim higher, in every way, we are working towards that becoming our reality. We must focus on the Golden Rule, and live by it.

The Sun and Moon trine Mars at 5 degrees Leo. This vital energy isn’t afraid of competition or taking risks, as it is positive with initiative and self confidence.

Emotions don’t get in the way of taking action. Now is the time to make lofty predictions of what can be achieved with your dedication and follow through. Knowing this is the time in the Moon’s cycle to plant the seed of what is to come when the Moon is Full in Sagittarius, on June 11th of 2025. Choose your goal and set it free like a comet in the night sky, to blaze away with the fire of creation.

Judy Crescenzo

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Full Moon in Taurus 2024

On November 15th at 1:28 PM PST the Sun at 24 degrees Scorpio, and the Moon opposite it at 24 degrees Taurus creates the Full Moon. These are fixed signs; Scorpio fixed Water and Taurus fixed Earth. This Taurus Full Moon can be the proverbial stuck in the mud emotions, or freedom to fly higher than we have before. You see, the sign of Scorpio has two choices, either to stay earthbound like the scorpion searching in order to survive, or take to the sky as an eagle, with the higher perspective.

These two signs have much in common, from different perspectives. They both focus on financial issues, values, and possessions. They both desire comfort and security. They are both quite material in their needs. And being fixed, neither one does well with change that changes their control. So when we have a Full Moon with these energies we are being guided to look at our relationship with these topics, and see how far we’ve come since the Moon was new in Taurus; May 7th, 2024. Quite possibly you were determined to dig in and make more of your life through hard work and dedication. How did you do?

When dealing with change the fixed signs can resort to anger, fear and judgment if things aren’t going their way. And here comes Uranus, 1 degree away from the Moon, and opposite the Sun. At 25 degrees Taurus, this planet of change and awakening supports the Full Moon, strengthening its power. Change is all around us, with the changing season, elections and power shifts, promises made to improve our lives; but these are just reflections of the major changes we are experiencing on a personal level.After all we’ve been through, what are OUR VALUES? Being exposed to all sides and beliefs and fears, are you free? Or are you in a trap of someone else’s making? This is powerful energy here, not to be trifled with, so what is the best use?

The best use at this time is quite possibly to sit and write or type a list of what you wished for prior to now, and what you wish for now. The two wishes may look different, or maybe the same, but with this review you can create a new perspective for your hopes and dreams and reignite them. Reality is changing every day so create with broad strokes that won’t leave you disappointed down the road;) The Sun and the Full Moon are trine and sextile Neptune at 27 degrees Pisces. This uplifting strength of spirit gives us more imagination, sensitivity, creativity and peace.

Here to help is Saturn, going direct in Pisces the day after the Full Moon, for the rest of the year. It will steady the compass of our actions to reveal the future as we can now imagine it. Pisces is very spiritual and guides us to look at the bigger picture with a kind heart. And even more is coming to relieve the tension, when on November 19th Pluto is finished with its long transit through the sign of Capricorn, moving into the sign of Aquarius. The past 15 years for all those with cardinal placements in Capricorn, has been a time where much of their character has either matured, or foundationally recreated. Pluto has been on a shadowy trek through authoritative Capricorn; the zodiac sign associated with government, banks, big business, and father figures (i.e. patriarchs). Since 2008 this planet has focused our attention on structures set up to rule the day. The planet Pluto represents the very slow moving energies of regeneration, transformation and rebirth. Now this transit is ending, and coming is the new energy of Aquarius.

Uranus rules Aquarius, the planet of change and awakening, as well as technology, freedom and the revolutionary vision for an egalitarian future. We are on the right track, being guided by the planets and luminaries to move on to new lessons. Be at peace with this new wave of energies, make the most of yourself and your life under new conditions, and let go of fear of losing control. The truth is we never really have control, that’s not how it works here;)

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Judy Crescenzo

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New Moon in Scorpio 2024

On November 1st at 5:47 AM PDT the Sun and Moon align at 9 degrees Scorpio 35 minutes. Time to look at and understand what is available to us all on this occasion.

As always, the New Moon alerts us it is time to plan, to cast our wishes into the well of wisdom. These hopes and goals will manifest over time, and come to fruition when the Scorpio Moon is Full; happening May 12th, 2025. Over this period of time it will simmer like a good stew, as the season changes when hibernation is the process. To dream, to consider and create over time the goals we set now.

Scorpio is a Fixed Water sign; fixed as it is the second month of the Fall season, and fully established. This makes the Scorpio component of a personality very stubborn at times, and unwilling to budge. All fixed signs share a need for respect, and when Scorpio‘s don‘t receive it,

they disappear, as if magically. They never forget, and at times never forgive.The Water element is all about emotions, and this one is especially heavy in that department. Scorpio is a powerful sign, very mysterious and deep, and somewhat taboo. Scorpio rules desire in the old school of astrology, and with desire come all the consequences. It can be a sign of extremes when unbalanced, and great power and depth when balanced.

So just how do we work with these energies in setting up our plans? We go deep. We look into our own shadow self, the part of us that is sometimes unwilling to change. It is a time to be very honest, and requires an open mind and heart to see the truth. This sign strengthens our intuition, being of the Water element, but can tend to go dark. Blaming others and not taking responsibility for our actions; that kind of dark. Going to extremes with impatience, negative feelings, and sexual fantasies. It’s time to clean up the mess and head for the light.

On this New Moon the Sun and Moon are trine Saturn in Pisces. Saturn is the teacher through difficult lessons, and in Pisces leads us with a soft heart. It leads us to see things spiritually where your dreams of what is to be are flowing and easier to reach. You may find yourself taking on the pains or pleasures of others as their lives intertwine with your own. You will feel a practical idealism that you can manifest in the months to come.

At this time there is a Grand Water Trine between Mercury in Scorpio, Mars in Cancer, and Neptune in Pisces. Even more sensitivity with the help of these Water signs. This creates a harmonious flow of energy between what we think, the actions we take, and the deeper consequences of our souls’ decisions. We have the opportunity to reach our goals through prayer, communion with Great Spirit, and to align ourselves with the greater good.

While all of this harmonizing energy is present, we also have a Mutable T-Square between Venus in Sagittarius, opposing Jupiter in Gemini, and both squaring Saturn in Pisces. A T-square forms tension because every planet wants to do things their own way, especially the planets in opposition. Mutable T-squares don't know WHICH way to go, so we look to the planet Saturn for answers. Saturn in Pisces tells us to stop thinking, and start feeling. The Golden Rule applies here, and with all that is going on in our country and world, it is time to consider living a sacred life. One of love, helping each other, and setting our course for success through balancing the material with the spiritual. Take a moment to meditate on these astrological musings and see how you can better your life through the choices you make now for your future!

Judy Crescenzo

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