A P R I L 2 0 2 4 !
APRIL 1-7:
This week continues to be THE CORRIDOR of change & transition, as we face the Aries/Libra eclipses. The Lunar Libra Full Moon eclipse of past March 25th, having already taken place. Whatever we harvested then, should clarify what we need to do in the future to balance our individual wants and needs (Aries) with those of our partners (Libra). At that time, the emphasis was on improving relations with others, both professionally and privately. Don't despair if you experience a loss, though; it's just as important to weed out what/who no longer works for us, on our behalf.
Just a week from now, April 8, a Solar Eclipse of the New Moon shall arrive in daring Aries. Hold on to certain decisions and/or judgements, while striving to take care of practical matters that shall be hampered by a Retro Mercury just starting up Monday-Tuesday (April 1-2). Retrogrades should be used for Reviews and Revisions, but not for new important contracts or agreements, please. For the next three weeks then, Mercury retrogrades at 27.12 degrees Aries causing the usual mayhem in communications and short-distance travel. Since past issues and persons are likely to Resurface, that's where our attention should be: to Recoup losses and improve relationships. Also, allow "dead wood" relationships to drift away, in order to make way for improved ties.
Taking a closer look on April Fool's Day, a Monday, April 1, the energy is vibrant since Sun and Mercury, too, are both in courageous, optimistic Aries, although many degrees apart. Jokesters are encouraged to make their practical jokes to decrease the tension of the eclipses and the change in direction of Mercury. Desire-planet Venus is now in Pisces, most romantic, gentle and compassionate to the point of self-sacrifice, though it can also flaunt its emotions dramatically. Venus now joins its planet, Creative Muse Neptune, in late Pisces, & we feel those loving feelings awakening. Something within us is Reborn and dares to take steps that Renew our hope and vision for a better tomorrow. In order "to get there," we'll need to put in some effort, and that's where the Capricorn Moon can help!
During this transition week, on April 2, a Tuesday, that Capricorn Moon trines (+) Awakener Uranus in Taurus. An unusual trip, source, or idea may help us in some way. Be flexible. Come Wednesday (April 3), Venus/Neptune aura still present brings us a magic moment with someone dear to us. That's as the Moon soon enters humanitarian, visionary, "rebel-with-a-cause" Aquarius.
Thursday, April 4, when the Aquarian Moon squares off with Planet-of-the-unexpected Uranus in Taurus, we're lifted out of our comfort zone. Accept the fact that control at times may be in the hands of others. Stick with people that you trust, if you can. TGIF is the day that Love-goddess Venus leaves the emotional/intuitive sign of Pisces for direct, speed-loving Aries, whose color is RED! That's while the Moon now enters, dreamy, yet capable of some deception, Pisces.
The weekend, April 6-7, heats up as we approach the Solar Eclipse New Moon. Some people can't sleep at all a night or so pre this phenomenon, while some get excessively tired. Saturday Venus in Aries sextiles Pluto the Transformer, in Aquarius. Get a move on, make someone of your near-and-dear ones, happy! Then Sunday's vibes encourage us to enjoy springtime follies as Moon in Aries joins Venus! Go for a hike or drive in nature!
April 8-14:
On Monday, April 8, the New Moon Solar Eclipse rises at 19 degrees Aries. As the Moon comes between Earth and Sun, the Sun is blocked out. As it comes back into sight, clarity reigns, would be the idea. Not immediately, but in time. New Moons, in general, signify New Beginnings, as Sun/Moon allow for a focusing of energies. The effect of this eclipse is more with our outer image, job, career, standing in the world. Since we already feel, in approaching days, tension from a New Moon (& Full Moon), the energy surrounding us is super charged when there are eclipses! We're receiving energies that some people decipher better than others; and, altogether, our intuition works overtime. At this Solar Eclipse, the Sun/Moon meet up with Chiron, the Wounded Warrior (in Aries since 2018) and also the North Node in Aries. Chiron energies would allow for a healing of ourselves/others to take place, not only speaking of physical ailments. Altogether, these and the Retro Mercury may well bring about a fated feeling, a feeling of Destiny's hand for some.
Please to note, I'm not only referring to just the day of this Solar Eclipse, but what happened even days prior to the Lunar Eclipse of March 25. Since the effect of eclipses is felt for months. Certain revelations, secrets, disclosures, shall awaken us as part and parcel of the eclipses. Reminding us that human beings can dream and scheme; but someone/some source much bigger than us can force our hand. But, as one door closes, another door or a window or two, open. We've got the next six months to figure this out.
Tuesday, April 9, keep in mind that confirming agendas, meeting places, times, and directions may be misunderstood as Mercury Retrogrades. Good that we have solid-citizen and sensuous Taurus Moon to work with, even as it squares Change-agent Pluto in thinking-out-of-the box Aquarius. We feel pressured by someone today and somewhat over-whelmed still by yesterday's eclipse, plus the stress of Action-planet Mars as it nears contentious, stubborn Karmic-planet Pluto tomorrow, Wednesday, April 10. Rather than fearing the contact--though do take care not to physically over-exert yourselves, since Saturn rules our bone structure, teeth, too--this could be the perfect medicine for getting us out of a rut! The vibrations of this aspect resonate throughout the rest of this month. They're quite tumultuous, but, then, so is springtime, when everything awakens!
Then on Thursday, April 11, the enthusiastic Aries Sun joins a Retro Mercury, bringing us into contact with a youthful person, a sibling or other close relative, or the desire to frequent a "fave" spot in the neighborhood. We also may receive news about such people or places. At any rate, our thoughts & speech are in sync with the Aries Sun. Avoid being too impulsive now. Meanwhile, the Moon now enters Air & Mental sign Gemini, that does not see eye-to-eye with Mars/Saturn in Pisces.
The final three days of this week, April 12-14 allow for some debriefing and Reconsideration, since there are few planetary aspects, only those already in effect by the eclipses and the Mars conjunct Saturn aspect. Thus, Friday, April 12, the Jack-of-all-trades Moon in Gemini sextiles a Retro Mercury in Pisces. People from our past may contact us. Redress a wrong, if you can. Next day, Saturday, April 13, the Moon squares Neptune: something is NOT as it seems. Also, this day, the Moon leaves the sometimes restless, oh, so smart, quite elusive Gemini for the personal and private, home-oriented Cancer.
Finally, on Sunday, April 14, Moon in creative Cancer is supported by a senior citizen or some authority-figure, Saturn ruled. Comforts of home soothe us.
APRIL 15-21:
This would be the last week that Sun remains in ardent, pioneering Aries--enjoy it during mostly a quiet, aspect-wise week that lets us concentrate on something unfinished. Hopefully, surprises revealed at this time by the eclipses are positive ones or can awaken within us the desire to improve our lot. This week continue confirming scheduled events, since confusion may be rife under the circumstances of two vivid eclipses and a Retro Mercury.
Come Monday, April 15, the fluid and intuitive Cancer Moon trines Creative-muse Neptune--great for artistic pursuits, fundraisers, too, and from paying attention to out what our intuitive sense is recording! Late in the day, the Moon transits into bold Leo, compatible with Aries energies. All this week, we're still dealing with the fallout from the eclipses. The vibrations encountered have brought about some extreme conditions, i.e., seen and heard in political & global news, in competitive sports, too, and our personal lives. This week's dearth of planetary aspects, until Sun leaves Aries for Earthy Taurus, may allow some breathing space. We're still directed to unfinished business via Mercury Retrograde or to begin the new path in life that the eclipses have suggested for us. Mars still travelling close (by 3 degrees) to Reality & Karmic-planet Saturn gives us the "pow! er" and strength to make decisive moves. Efforts we take presently will be harvested at the Full Moon in Scorpio in a week, Monday, April 23!
Tuesday, April 16, prideful Moon in Leo opposes Transformer Pluto that is not above using intrigue & deception to further goals. On Wednesday, April 17, some may overcompensate in some way (eating, drinking) when Leo Moon squares generous Jupiter in Taurus. What the heck, it's an "over-the-hump" day of the week! Just don't drink and drive! Finally, on Thursday, April 18, Moon in Leo trines Sun in late Aries, and we get along with one another!
Then Friday, April 19, The Sun leaves Aries--as many of us breathe a sigh of relief--for the more down-to-earth Taurus. Things slow down now. Taurus is into material things and is willing to work hard to obtain quality. After that, it's wiling to share goods with close family and friends! Messenger Mercury, though, along with Desire-planet Venus close in on each other still within fiery Aries. Can you handle the heat of your romance? If not, you may need to get out of the kitchen! Though turning your phone to the silent mode for a few hours may just let you gather yourself in time for the next act! Meanwhile dynamic Mars may feel just as out of step in watery, chameleon-like Pisces. It, however, sextiles both expansive-planet Jupiter and Awakener Uranus in Taurus. No wonder some of us are not getting our beauty sleep of late. These energies can get a lot accomplished and get one unstuck!
What's more, on the weekend, April 20-21, not to be outdone by the eclipses (the Solar eclipse was on April 8, remember?), Good-luck planet Jupiter catches up to rebellious-visionary & humanitarian Uranus in Taurus. Just so you know that before the end of May, the Sun will also join this distant duo. Jupiter, rules the law & professional jobs, as well as bringing optimism to Awakener Uranus that for months has shaken up Taurus, opposite sign Scorpio, then Leo and Aquarius. If not overdone, Jupiter is benevolent and should sweeten life up! And with Mars still pushing its weight around near these planets, expect movement in relationships and/or careers, in an upward motion! Sunday, April 21, he Moon remains yet in socially-minded Libra, while the Sun in Taurus runs smack-dab into a square aspect with Change-agent Pluto. Perhaps Libra can negotiate a solution, when life gets too hectic.
APRIL 22-31:
This month, likely, has really "packed a punch," so to say. But with the Sun having entered Taurus just Friday, April 19, the pace slows considerably. Just to recall a bit about Taurus energies:
"Ŗuled by the Attraction-quotient planet Venus, Taurus is an EARTH sign (same as Virgo and Capricorn) with a practical approach to life. How can I do this? is the Earth-sign outlook. Natives have common sense reasoning and are stable and rooted. Change they do not like. Sometimes they get stuck in a rut. At heart conservative, Taurus are the builders and bankers of the world. Disciplined Taurus Sun signs can handle money, making it grow the same a their gardens. After hours they know how to have a good time (M. Collins, "Dining by the Stars, An Astrology Cook-book," p. 17."
Moving right along, Monday, April 22, Moon, still in socially-minded, yet subtle Libra, opposes Venus in ardent, act-first-think-later, spontaneous Aries. Two different prototypes of women and energies come to mind, and let's hope that one's plans don't miscarry as we're deciding which energies most suit us.
Next day, Tuesday, April 23, the Moon will enter highly-focused, poker-faced, but, oh, so charismatic Scorpio, where it opposes the Sun in Taurus, bringing about a Full Moon at 4.18 degrees Scorpio. Since the New Moon (Solar eclipse) in Aries last April 8, we've put forth effort to achieve goals that we set for ourselves. Along with the stress and tension come results of those efforts.
Our job during any Full Moon is to balance two opposite points of view. For example, the Moon in Scorpio calls for sharing possessions, transformations and metaphysical activities; as opposed to Sun in Taurus attributes of practical, material concerns, and one's safety/security. At this time, stress Scorpio qualities...that's because "the ball (Moon) is in the court" of Scorpio.
To complicate matters, both Sun/Moon are squaring Transformer Pluto in Aquarius, forming a T-square. Via Pluto, one would encounter resistance to either road taken. Often, in this case, a viable solution might be brought about by the House that Leo rules in one's horoscope chart. Leo being the missing leg to Aquarius. Self expression via sports, recreation, one's pride-and-joy family, are characteristics of proud leader Leo. And take pride :) in the, hopefully, positive results of your efforts.
Wednesday, April 24, the transiting Moon still in Scorpio trines disciplined Saturn in Pisces. We can accomplish a lot by seriously focusing on our goals; while, if need be, authority figures (Saturn) would give us a helping hand.
Come the next day, Thursday, April 25, Messenger Mercury, finally, turns Direct at around the same degree where it was late last March. Perhaps we've picked up, along the Retrograde winding road, something of benefit that we might have missed first time around. It'll take a couple of days at least to get our bearings after this change in direction. Also, the Moon now enters adventurous, philosophizing Moon in Sagittarius.
April 26, Friday, transiting Moon in Sag sextiles Change-agent Pluto, which would allow for progress, possibly following a woman's advice (Moon)!
Having reached the final weekend of April (27th, 28th) the planets give us some respite, since the Moon is the primary influencer. On Saturday, Luna is still in frisky, nature-loving Sagittarius and manages to antagonize an elder or someone who's in authority. This person might nix a plan of ours or may double the responsibility. Then on Sunday, April 28, Moon now in also Earth-sign Capricorn, a "tough nut to crack," trines Taurus energies. We can get organized for the upcoming workweek.
Monday, April 29, Action-planet Mars, has skipped ahead of Reality-planet Saturn in Pisces, and now joining Neptune may burst a dream or two woven while we wore our rose-colored glasses. Today, too, Love-goddess Venus leaves ardent and direct-dealing Aries for its home-sign of Taurus. Regarding Romance and Taurus we're advised to:
"Act with class and dignity; never embarrass them. Save dancing on tabletops for other signs, the impromptu skinny dipping, too. Gallant and protective, a Taurus male will treat you like the lady he presumes you are. In privacy, Taurus will wine and dine you and is a masterful lover, skillful at its techniques and repertoire. Being wild and carefree or radically innovative is not its style (M. Collins, "Dining by the Stars," p. 21)."
Then on Tuesday, April 30, dynamic Mars, chafing at the bits in the intuitive, emotional sign of Pisces, enters its home sign of Aries! That's while the Moon enters Aquarius, ruler of high tech, aviation, and...astrology! From there, the next day, April 31, it'll run into Pluto in its own sign, and, likely, get its feelings hurt. Looking ahead, Aquarius may be in combat form also as it contacts the Sun, Good-luck planet Jupiter and Awakener Uranus, all in Taurus. We, however, will stop at this point to celebrate having passed through the trials and tribulations of a profound and pivotal April. Congratulations!
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