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On July 23rd, 2021 at 7:36 PM PDT we have a Full Moon in the sign of Aquarius. The Moon is stationed at 1 degree Aquarius 26 minutes, and the Sun is 1 degree Leo 26 minutes. But, we also have ANOTHER Full Moon in Aquarius on August 22nd, when the Sun and Moon are opposed at 29 degrees. Wow! Just what does this mean for us?

Astrologers look at this phenomena of a double Full Moon as an ALERT. The first one will bring to light a culmination of what was set in motion with the Cancer New Moon we experienced on July 9th. Did you take the lead with nurturing yourself and others, connecting heart to heart with your loved ones? This Full Moon in Aquarius focuses on your uniqueness and how you perceive your reality. Aquarius is an Air Sign of “high humidity”, meaning compassionate intellect. Air signs are typically analyzing and communicating ideas, and this Air sign is concerned with humanity. It is ruled by the planet Uranus, the activator; a restless energy that seeks freedom, friendship and like minded conversations. Aquarius is a Fixed sign, and stubbornly persists in its quest for independence and truth. So we are collectively looking at the goals we set for ourselves and our wishes for our planet.


The Sun is opposing the Moon in the sign of Leo. Leo is ruled by the Sun and is exalted in this sign. Leo is a Fire sign,and its nature is to shine and light our way. The energy is strong, regal, authoritative; but it focuses on the self. This Sunsign desires admiration through creativity, love and romance, and generosity. The highest use of Leo power is to be a creative performer on life‘s stage. To inspire and uplift through one’s talents. To shine and be an example of what others can accomplish. To be generous with our power and give willingly without strings attached.


The Sun and Moon are affected by the planet Pluto at 25 degrees Capricorn; it opposes the Sun and conjoins the Moon. Pluto is the transformer, likened to the Phoenix crashing, burning, and rising out of the ashes changed. In the sign of Capricorn, Pluto is involved in transforming the structures we live by; government, finances, authorities in our lives. So while we are looking at our personal goals (Moon) and our need for recognition and respect (Sun), we may be thrown some global issues to sort out. Capricorn rules our career, profession, and reputation, and these are all subject to changes.


There are many planetary aspects happening simultaneously, the most common being the Inconjunct, or Quincunx. These include Sun inconjunct Jupiter, Moon inconjunct Venus, Mars inconjunct Neptune and Pluto. This aspect usually brings challenges that require adjusting to a new understanding. Where we usually seek harmony and balance, these planets point out where we must adapt, accommodate, and alter our actions for best results. We realize we have many parts to us, some get along and some don’t, but they all need a voice. This gives rise to the notion we are a work in progress, and in order to stay fluid in our efforts we must admit we have more to learn.

So this first Full Moon in Aquarius will ignite our imagination with profound objectives, newly formed ideas born of remnants of the past. It will set the pace for this mid-summer month by shaking us out of our doldrums and firing our jets into action. Allow the realizations to come forward from the inconjunct planetary influences to better come to terms with fine tuning your understanding of yourself.


Then, watch for the second Full Moon in Aquarius for the radical changes to be brought to the physical world. We have a huge opportunity to grow emotionally and see ourselves as part of the whole, working toward a more united humanity with the shared value of one for all and all for one.


Judy Crescenzo

email Judy for a private reading! judy@skypatterns.com




Updated: Aug 11, 2021

On July 9th at 6:16 PM PDT the Sun and Moon conjoin at 18 degrees Cancer 1 minute. At this moment, we also have many planets involved in many aspects that affect the Sun and New Moon. We have a grand opportunity here if we know how to navigate it.

To begin with, the Moon rules the sign of Cancer. It is the sign of the Mother, home, and family. This Water Sign is very sensitive and compassionate, and very strong as well. It is a Cardinal sign; one who leads and delegates. The energy is very resourceful, finding ways to respond to stimuli through listening to the inner voice, or intuition. It is a passive sign, but active energy, and wants to be busily working on whatever is necessary. So when the Moon is in Cancer, we naturally think about what is most comforting, familiar, and emotional. And, when it’s a New Moon, we have a brand new cycle ahead of us.


First the good news;) The Sun and Moon are sextile Uranus at 14 degrees Taurus. A sextile is a harmonic aspect between planets and luminaries. The planet Uranus represents freedom, change, thinking outside the box. It compliments these luminaries in Cancer, in the sign of Taurus, as it directs our attention to the Earth and it’s well being. It sustains us, after all, and we are the guardians.


The Sun and Moon are trine Neptune at 23 degrees Pisces. An even more fortunate aspect; the trine delivers flowing energies from Neptune adding more care and empathy for ourselves and others. This Water sign can see how to proceed by looking at past experiences and making new choices. Pisces is the sign of endings, rules the last house of the Zodiac, and shows us what is important to look at before making new beginnings.

Here come the challenges! The Sun and Moon are opposite Pluto at 25 degrees Capricorn.The opposition brings high drama, mood swings, relationship issues to the party. Pluto wants to bring transformation through whatever means necessary, so to get ahead of this, look at what pushes your buttons. What stresses you out, makes you feel like you need changes, but looks like it’s impossible. Dig deep for the answers so you're not stuck regretting an outburst. Pluto in Capricorn is concerned with business, finances, and practical affairs. Iron out the wrinkles in your life as presented to you on this occasion; expect the unexpected.

Venus and Mars are conjoined in the sign of Leo. A very proud sign, Leo is a Fire sign, full of fury and initiative. Venus represents what we love and value, and Mars shows the actions we take and the courage we have. Unrelated to the New Moon, but happening simultaneously, these planets square Uranus. Where Uranus was blessing the Sun and Moon, it is challenged by Venus and Mars. Venus under this effect wants emotional excitement, love and romance, and the freedom to explore. Mars is restless, impulsive and rebellious. So a sudden attraction to someone new? An infatuation can happen that interferes with the status quo. If any of this rings true, you might consider getting to work on this before it becomes a melt down;) Venus and Mars also oppose Saturn at 11 degrees Aquarius. Venus in Leo craves love, but opposite Saturn, intimacy is difficult. It reminds us of those who undervalue us, take advantage of us. Mars under this influence can struggle with anger and frustration, denying the self and it’s needs in order to take care of business.

So the opportunity lies in the ability to seek the higher ground, to open our hearts to our loved ones and care deeply for them, as well as us. Cancer is the sign of the nurturer, and we can all use some care and kindness. These other planets shake up our calm to redirect our energies to what we can make out of the present. The Sun and Moon tell us to look through our past to see the way to the future. No more mistakes made after lessons learned. Under this influence we must hold ourselves to a higher standard in order to gain our own respect. Life is full of choices; now is the time to make those choices and to live by them. Consistently.


This is a grand occasion for an evening adventure with good food and good company. Share what you have with others, and enjoy your creation!



Judy Crescenzo

Email Judy for a private reading



Photo credit: https://epod.usra.edu/blog/2010/09/crescent-moon-venus-and-glitter-paths.html





Updated: Aug 11, 2021

On June 24th at 11:40 AM PDT, the Sun is stationed at 3 degrees Cancer 28 minutes, opposite the Moon at 3 degrees Capricorn 28 minutes. We’ve just experienced the Summer Solstice; the first day of Summer, setting us up for this last SuperMoon of 2021. Both of these signs are Cardinal, the first of their seasons. We are blessed with initiative, ambition and goals that improve our lives under these signs. But the Sun in Cancer is a Water sign, quite different from the Moon in Capricorn/Earth sign. Let me explain.

When we have a Full Moon, we ALWAYS have the Sun and Moon in opposite signs. They are ALWAYS in the same mode or qualities, as in Cardinal, Fixed or Mutable (First, second or third month of a season) So, each month we have the opportunity to work on and challenge our beliefs when dealing with one of each of the three modes. This month (Cardinal), we are looking at our ability to begin anew, the summer season. This Full SuperMoon is called the Full Strawberry Moon; and I am here to tell you it is perfectly named, as my strawberries are ripening now!

We are looking at ourselves through the

Sun’s lens in Cancer (emotional, sensitive, empathetic) and the Moon’s lens of Capricorn (the material builder, practical, success oriented). Where is the harmony or disharmony between these parts of ourselves? How do we better our own selves in these departments? The Full Moon brings these opposite energies to our attention in order to balance the way we behave and what we believe in. Are we secure enough (Cancer) to create (Capricorn)? Do we feel (Cancer) like we deserve to climb up the ladder of success (Capricorn)?

At the same time there is a Sextile from the Full Moon to Jupiter at 2 degrees Pisces. This aspect brings more harmony, good fortune and joy to the mix. It adds a complimentary Water element (Pisces) that softens the blow of whatever needs to be admitted. The Water signs are soothing and compassionate, and when looking at what keeps us from performing in the world as we wish we could, this loving energy reminds us we are all loved by our Creator and are here to Co-Create. Maybe we’ve believed things that kept us from being all we could be when we heard it in our youth, but we are no longer children with hurt feelings. We are fully capable of extending our creative selves in whichever direction we are drawn to.


Cancer energy brings new ideas to the kitchen, nutritious and delicious! Capricorn wants to make the kitchen more efficient and beautiful! Wherever your creativity lies, explore it under these conditions to free yourself from your past interpretation and try something new!


Another great activity is gardening, bringing in edibles and beautiful flowers that are colorful and fragrant. This lightens our mood, keeps us nurturing and being nurtured. This time of the year you can’t go wrong creating a garden space, whether in pots on a deck, or a planting bed, or a full fledged garden large enough to grow food for yourself and others. Connecting with nature in this way you are part of the cycles of life. The more you go outside and leave your phone or computer in the house, the more you will be directed by your inner guidance on how to improve yourself and your life.


The other planets involved in this event are Mercury in Gemini trine Saturn in Aquarius. These two Air signs bring the intellect to the party, with a variety of ideas and profound realizations. Also, Venus in Cancer is trine Neptune in Pisces, lending more positive emotional compassion and kindness. Trines are very positive and flowing energies.


At the same time the “Grand Fixed Cross” we had on the Summer Solstice has become a T-Square between Mars in Leo, Uranus in Taurus, and Saturn in Aquarius. These fixed signs will challenge our behavior, enlisting our stubbornness to keep us from change. In this T-Square, we look at Uranus in Taurus as the outlet for change. It points to the huge potential change in how we look at money, wealth, love and good fortune. It reminds us that all of us are worthy, here to Co-Create beauty, contentment and well being. Uranus is the planet of change, and if we don’t get stuck in the process, we can work with the Taurus energy to change our world, and how we fit in it.


So on this Full SuperMoon, celebrate the possibilities! Look at what is waiting for you on the other side of the tunnel, where the light is shining through. It may look like a dark passage, but the rewards are well worth it.


Judy Crescenzo





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