Astrology By Dorene
ASTROLOGY REPORT
FOR NOVEMBER 2009
By Dorene A. Carrel. Click here for more about Dorene.
November begins with a potent Full Moon, a stationary Neptune and the transition into the sixth night of the Mayan Calendar. Also notable is the first Saturn-Pluto square in mid-month near the world point degree. This aspect will be joined by Uranus next year to form a powerful planetary pattern that will likely bring major world-altering changes over the next couple of years.
A Full Moon occurs on November 2, at 11 Taurus. It squares both Mars in Leo and Jupiter in Aquarius, and with the Scorpio sun, forms a fixed grand cross. This lunation began with the October new moon in Libra. Since both Taurus and Libra are ruled by Venus, this is a favorable cycle for examining relationships and personal resources. It is a good time to work with others to bring about common goals. Taurus qualities include being practical, patient, dependable, loyal and stable. The fiery qualities of Mars and Jupiter give us the energy and confidence to move forward with goals/projects, as long as we don't overextend ourselves. The Scorpio/Taurus energy also calls for releasing the old and outmoded, from unused possessions to concepts and beliefs. The Sabian symbol for this degree is a woman watering flowers in her garden, which suggests that this release allows us to make room to cultivate and grow whatever is of real value in our lives.
On November 4, Neptune turns stationary direct, at 24 Aquarius, and trines Venus. We are inspired to bring more compassion and unconditional love to our relationships. Any relationship that forms now has the potential for a higher spiritual and harmonious quality. This is also a good aspect for artistic expression, such as writing, composing music or painting. Since Neptune is now moving forward, we can more easily incorporate our ideals and creativity in daily life.
The Sixth Night of the Mayan calendar begins on November 8 (and lasts until November 3, 2010), according to Mayan scholar Carl Calleman. In contrast to the sustained growth during the Day cycles, the Nights represent a time of resting, adjustment and integration, and often these periods can bring economic slowdowns. Calleman believes that this calendar will culminate in the birth of a more peaceful world on October 28, 2011. More information about the Sixth Night and the Mayan calendar can be found in his books and on his website, www.calleman.com.
On November 15, Saturn squares Pluto at 2 degrees of Libra/Capricorn, which is aligned with the world degree (0 degrees of cardinal signs). Significant earth changes and economic events will likely occur at this time. This powerful alignment signifies our need to evolve beyond outmoded structures. This is a very long cycle that began in 1982 and will be complete in 2020.
We are in the third quarter of this cycle, which stands for crisis in consciousness. This third-quarter square amplifies the Pluto effect of purging what is not needed to make way for the new. This energy can be used positively for focused actions that are both accountable and sustainable over the long-term. Those whose charts are impacted will likely be challenged by how they handle power dynamics and their capacity for evolution. This alignment will occur again in January and August of 2010, and will be even more powerful when joined by Uranus and Jupiter in Aries next year. Also on this day, Mercury enters Sagittarius to bring more light and levity to this ponderous time.
The New Moon occurs the next day, on November 16, at 25 Scorpio. This lunation receives a challenging square from Neptune, Chiron and Jupiter in Aquarius. Since Scorpio is ruled by Pluto, the Saturn/Pluto death/rebirth/release themes are amplified over the next month. This Scorpio energy can be favorably used for emotional understanding, eliminating unwanted habits and taking a resourceful approach to goals and projects. Recycling unwanted items can help us get on the right track. Since Scorpio is a fixed sign, we will have a new and lasting resilient feeling from whatever is accomplished now. The Sabian symbol for this degree is an x-ray photograph, representing the capacity to acquire a knowledge of the structural factors in all existence. We are now being challenged to seek even greater clarity and depth of meaning so we can evolve in our spiritual understanding. A harmonious Mercury/Saturn alignment the same day assists us in connecting our thoughts and ideas.
On November 17, Mars activates the August 5th eclipse point, bringing events related to that period. The Venus/Mars square on November 19 can bring a clash of wills leading to a stalemate situation. There may also be a tendency towards excess with spending or food. On November 25, a favorable Venus/Uranus aspect brings stimulating people, ideas and activities to brighten our outlook over the U.S. Thanksgiving holiday. Several Mercury aspects at the end of the month challenge us to release stress and restore clarity of thinking.
December begins with a powerful double-header: a Full Moon in Gemini and Uranus turning direct on December 1 signify change and new directions. The New Year will be heralded by a Lunar Eclipse in Cancer on December 31, followed by a Solar Eclipse in Capricorn on January 14. Stay tuned and have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
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Dorene Carrel has been a professional astrologer for over thirty years and is available for personal readings. Donations also appreciated. Contact me at dorenea5@yahoo.com. More information and previous columns can be found at www.alcseattle.com.
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