New Moon Aligns with the Sun

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A re-post from Light Words

Report From the Solar Eclipse Zone

Moon shadows from the eclipse we won’t see anything like this until 2017

About 6:25 PST we must have looked pretty funny wearing our cardboard glasses running around the garden looking for shadows.

   Fashionable Eclipse Watchers

“Look there’s some!”  “over here”  “Wow they’re so clear” Came the calls. It was more like an egg hunting than sky watching.  No one had a camera capable of capturing pictures of the partial eclipse that passed our way yesterday afternoon. So we took photos of the shadows to prove we saw the Moon pass between us and the Sun.

The excitement started at about 5:15 when we began seeing a tiny bite being taken out of the bottom of the sun. It is more like those marks some beetles leave when they chomp away on my rose leafs than a coyote eating the sun. It was oddly quiet even before it started.  A couple of jays began their evening dance and our friends cat came out to say his good night as the sky got darker and the sun began to disappear.

I was surprised to notice the shape of the crescent change from a C to a odd Cheshire cat smile as the eclipse progressed and the shadows were opposite the inverse shape of the sun, very curious!

      Bats? or Upside down Cheshire Cat Smiles

We were not in a position to see the ring of fire but the sun disappear leaving a very tiny orange sliver. As soon as the sun was at it’s peak of eclipse and  began to become brighter a dog howled, and everything went back to normal. We became more chatty and began to concentrate on eating our Thai peanut chicken and corn on the cob while still  looking up occasionally to watch the Sun return to his former self.  Thank you Vern and Sheila for the good food and the rare and beautiful entertainment last night.

We are looking forward to the 2017 Total Eclipse in Oregon…See you all there!

Venus Retrograde and Solar Eclipse Invite Transformation

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Today Venus stands still and changes directions and then appears to go backwards.

Is she turning her back on us is beauty and love and all we value abandoning us?  Listening to the news of the economy of Europe it may seem yes. Is is not a good time to make big purchase or in or invest (darn I was going to buy Facebook stock ;) ).

As any retrograde time it is time to review or renew, restore remodel.  Things, friends, lovers all that you value are getting a second look. For some it may feel extra breeze. However Wise Woman Venus knows what she’s doing because slowly she will be backing away from a tightfisted Saturn square attempting to control that which is creative and beautiful.

Be  like the silk scarf floating between the Gemini twins and just stay gently connected to all you love during the next 3 weeks.

Practical Facts and Ways to Dance With Venus

May 15 Venus comes to a halt at 24 degrees of Gemini (7:34AM PDT) and begins six-weeks of retrograde motion that lasts until June 27. Then She will move forward preparing for her Rare encounter with the Sun June 4-5 Transit of Venus. Details at the end of the month.

Venus is only retrograde every 18 months and

Now an excellent time to review and re-evaluate everything Venusian -

  • love bonds, beauty themes,
  • social activities, your creative artistic expression,
  • ways to save money,
  • your personal magnetism
  • your value system – developed since your childhood
  • through the educational and business realms.

It is especially wise for all women to take stock of their primary partnerships and come up with new ways to improve or transform those partnerships. In general, both men and women need to be more sensitive and understanding to the dear ones who help to turn their world around on a daily, weekly and monthly basis. Thank you Care 2 Astrology

In other News: Annular Solar Eclipse — Sunday May 20th
Pause to look behind. What happened 19 years ago that is circling back around asking you to be finished or take the next step?  Also it’s a good time to set intentions to transcend apparent polarities.

To make the best use of these changes: Give Yourself the Gift of Self Knowledge Though Astrology with an Astrology Reading  write carolisle@earthlink.net

Mother’s Day Celestial Extravaganza In Taurus

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Petals of beauty and practicality fall at our feet

First of All Today

Taurus welcomes Mercury into his bull pen today May 9th. Our thought processes may slow down enough to get those bright ideas we had while the messenger god was in innovative Aries. Practical and beautiful projects can get off the ground  now.

Golden opportunities are springing up all over the place

- thanks to a life-enriching Sun-Jupiter parallel (5:39AM PDT)May 9th. If you are scratching your head trying to remember what a parallel is, then the key is to realize this is an aspect connected to the Celestial Equator rather than the ecliptic or apparent Sun’s path in the zodiac. Right now – from our vantage point on Earth – the Sun and Jupiter are both inhabiting 17+ degrees north of our Celestial Equator and this is called a parallel. It is similar to a zodiacal union and this Sun-Jupiter extravaganza is actually a stalking horse for this coming Mother’s Day Sunday actual conjunction of these two celestial bodies at 24 degrees of Taurus.  Having the two largest cosmic entities in our solar system together will offer up an enlightening vibes. From Care 2 Cosmic Calendar

Take this time to seek guides and guidance from Earthy beings plants and animals, fairies and the Farmers Almanac. We are moving closer to the Pluto Uranus square that signals the opening gate for the much storied upheavals of 2012 . What ever you do to keep your feet on the ground and present to each moment will serve you well.  Rick Hanson Just One Thing  offers  insightful thoughts on how to walk in the beauty of now and not worry.

Many Blessings

Give yourself the gift of self knowledge through Astrology I am available for consolations in person or skype at Carolisle

Phoenix Rising Full Moon

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I hope everyone is aware of this fantastic full moon. The 48 hours surrounding it is a powerful time. Be aware of what is blooming growing and rising in you. the Sabian symbol for now is The Phoenix Rising.  Because of the power of this full moon you can get a sense of how you function during full moons and begin to use that energy each month.


What a Night

The  possible big bright Moon shine

beat out both local teems winning

and  Presidents running

I dashed outside just in time

to bask in the glow.

I  nestled among the roses

the Moon rose golden

a blooming  source so bright

all the growing beings

couldn’t help themselves

so joined her and exploded into bloom

causing a riot of snow

and sweet peas, squash and cactus.

Now that is news!

Think about giving yourself the gift of an Astrology Reading. Contact me at carolisle@earthlink.net

Finding Our Place In the Sun

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Mother Earth is Calling

I have noticed many of us say things about want our mothers and I have wondered what the stars are trying to tell us. The best I can figure is the “that which you are seeking is causing you to seek” paradox.  We are in the midst if an Earth Grand Trine.  Powerful Mars, expansive Jupiter and intense Pluto are all in positive cahoots saying “you are grounded and supported in all your endeavors” just pay attention to MOTHER EARTH in the process. For extremely airy fiery folks that can be a healthy but challenging prospect. Giving yourself a big warm ceramic mug Loving Kindness everyday will take you and yours a long way.

Smooth Running

Daily life from now, the end of April until May 15 ought to run smoothly and move forward with ease because all personal planets are direct.  NOW is the time to get projects off the ground as well as set in motion that which will support creative solutions for more dramatic times.  Getting your first aide kits  up to date and your fiances on solid ground are some task that you might want to thin about and are high lighted Now.

The Full Moon Express

The Moon, Sun, Venus, Mercury, Pluto pile up should make  next Saturday’s Super Full Moon intense and busy.  the watery pull of the Scorpio Moon at her closest point to there Earth will shine light on what our place is in the scheme of things and where we need to dig deeper to accomplish what we were sent her to do. Since you are reading this you understand the it’s not an accident that you are here at this cross roads of time.  Ask yourself “What is place in midwifing a new paradigm, a new culture?

Above all it is a time to take stock of what has grown in your garden that you planted at the New Moon?

In the Middle of all this excitement we have the wonderful magical cross quarter celebration of May Day with multicolored silk ribbons of light wrapping us all to a center pole of love and connection.  Get out Dance, Work and Eat Lemon Poppy seed Cake, the symbol of the bright Summer Sun and the seed we are planting.

The Earth Calls

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Join Me In A Virtual Taurus New Moon Ritual

This video is the music for the ritual. The words of this beautiful hymn by Jeniffer Berezan in praise of the world certainly describes the Earth sign Taurus.

First The Astrology News

The Venus fueled  Sun’s entered  into Taurus April 19 followed by Taurus New Moon April 21. We have the solid Earth beneath our feet for the first time after a topsi-y-tuvy winter.  The mood will shift from the shoot-first-and-ask-questions-later mentality of Aries to calm, cool and collected Taurus.

“ These days from the 19th – 24th can seem like a merging of just the right ingredients to break down barriers that may have been holding back the tides of change.” says the Astrologer Gloria Starr. To take full advantage of this mix of stardust I invite you to:

Join in A simple New Moon Intention Setting Ritual

This can be done any time around the New Moon. And really writing affirmations and sitting quietly are highly recommenced any time.

 introduction For centuries the time around the dark of the Moon we humans have found to be the best time to plant seed. And we have also gathered together set the course of our lives by setting our intention related to the sign of that New Moon. Some themes of the Taurus New Moon are:

Money, Sensual Pleasure, Contentment, Perseverance, Patience, Self Worth, Releasing Stubbornness, and the health around the throat, chin, neck, voice and coughs.

I Sit comfortably and play the video   Chose one or two  of  the themes that call to you to focus on. Just let the music wash over you.

II Write down a POSITIVE AFFIRMATION.

I want to  easily find myself creating financial independence.

Words like easily find and totally lifted before what you want makes you you relax into your intention and your brain believe it.

A good affirmation for  Stubbornness might be “I want all self-defeating stubbornness easily lifted from me”

II Sharing so you know your not doing it alone. The Whole world can help you hold those intentions. You can just a write simple statement like I am planting seeds of intention about……..fill in the blank.  For example: I am planting seeds of intention about having a persistent cough totally lifted from me.

There is no right or wrong way to do any of this.  If you need to you can email me personally, or those near by can phone.

I would be also be interested if this is something you would like to do again next month?

Blessings

Finding our Way Home

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The Great Turning is Upon upon us

Mars planet of action and staring projects is turning around and going direct in the sign of the virgin Earth Goddess Shepherdess of our soulful every day living. Oh how I wish she could wave her crook and all our sheep and goats would find there way home by Saturday April 14th. Unfortunately it will take a while to feel the forward motion fully but I find it helpful to just know THINGS CHANGE!

Since New Years 2012 one planet or another has be in what appears to be going backwards. During this time we have been cocooning growing into who we want to be.

  • Look at what has been frustrating you the most to see what you want to do next.
  • Be gentle with yourself  3 months of inaction might mean your muscles are a little shaky like getting off ice skates or a boat.
  • Activate your sense of wonder  curiosity about this new world of possibilities.
  • Know that everyone around you has been in the same awkward place as you as we all stumble around getting our barrings. We may trip over each other.
  • Don’t be afraid to us the magic words. “Oops Sorry
  • Remember we chose to be here at this time to be part of this exciting evolutionary process.


We are Called to Find What is Sacred

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What is Beautiful and Vital?

This weekends powerful full Moon  continues to highlight our relationship with transpersonal planets Uranus and Pisces. Whether it’s a news story or your everyday encounters we are reminded we are not alone.

Unfortunately or fortunately Uranus is in Aries the sign of individuality. For some that means opportunities for creative expression and revolutionary spirit. There lies the archetype of the Cowboy, the knight, or the Lone Gun man in  As you can imagine some become isolated and desperate thinking no one is there for them and lash out. I am thinking of the isolated and picked on man who killed 7 people in Oakland last week is an example.

The cry We Are Who We Are Waiting For rings so true right now. But I say What you came here to do is not always what you think it is. The Neptunium mystery is, that we don’t know what it is that we do that may save the world.

A kind word, a smile, a  gentle firm boundary set  at the right time may may change the trajectory of an unthinkable act. The act of asking for help also can give a needy being confidence that they are of use. You never know  and that is what I believe faith is all about.  Keep living a kind and gentle life in the face of adversity.

Aries likes action which suggests we need to exercising our spiritual muscles:

“Whether you find the sacred in a sense of something transcendental, even divine, or in nature, a child’s vulnerability, the sheer inexplicable extraordinary existence of the universe itself, or in anything else that you cherish, I believe that a feeling for the sacred and a heartfelt willingness to make room for it in one’s life is at the center of what is beautiful and vital in being human.”Rick Hanson author of Buddha’s Brain

3 Planets Change Dirction bringing Clarity, Decisiveness and Stability in April

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This year, April is all about bringing clarity, decisiveness and stability to your world. Check out my list of April’s most important transits to learn about all the cosmically active days you have to look forward to this coming month!

April 3: Flirty Venus saunters into light-hearted Gemini, making you the ultimate social butterfly. This may be superficial and frivolous .. but at least you’ll have lots of fun!

April 4: Mercury turns direct in Pisces, at which point communication and technology will finally begin to work smoothly once again.

April 6: A full Moon rises in Libra and forces you to ask yourself: Do you want to fly solo or be engaged in a meaningful partnership?

April 10: Pluto turns retrograde in Capricorn, indicating that it’s time to go back to the drawing board and refine your professional and financial plans.

April 14: With Mars turning direct in Virgo, decisive action will become easier and delayed projects will finally get the green light.

April 15: As Saturn opposes the Sun, one of two sides of the taskmaster planet will appear. On one hand, you could have to deal with separations caused by negativity and criticism; on the other hand, Saturn may help you place loyalty and duty above all else, thus creating stronger bonds.

April 16: Mercury soars into Aries, allowing you to ditch the red tape and get straight to the point!

April 19: The Sun transitions into Taurus to bring stability, a more deliberate pace … and further reasons to indulge yourself!

April 21: The new Moon in Taurus encourages you to decide, once and for all, what you really want for yourself — and then to go for it!

April 22, 24, 29: The Sun partners, respectively, with Neptune, Mars and Pluto to help you discover a balance between fostering your and achieving tangible results.

Thank You Care 2 Astrology

Unseen and Dreamy Splashed Down: A Neptune in Pisces Survival Guide

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Healing Elixirs Work Now

Neptune News

A few weeks ago the Neptune ruler of all things intuitive, unseen and dreamy splashed down into his home pond of Pisces. Life on Earth may be taking unexpected even slippery twist and turns for even the most solid persons.

How do we navigate this wondrous yet unfathomable world?  There’s no one answer. Here’s a few I’ll throw on the wall and see which sticks for you. You may notice they sound contradictory that is characteristic of  the  sign Pisces represented by two fish swimming in opposite directions.

Neptune In Pisces Survival Tips

  • Let go and let God, Goddess or the Divine Being of your choice.
  • Pay attention to everyday details of life to ground and orient yourself in the vast swirl the dream world we are swimming in.
  • Treat everything as if it is a dream.
  • Honor creative urges you what you make may be just what someone else needs.
  • Learn new skills Music, film and Photography are highlighted. Don’t short change writing poetry and swimming.
  • Healing elixirs and forms of fluid potions are available and can work better then ever before.
  • Choose solitude over loneliness mediation may be calling.
  • Crate your own mediation practice to assert your individuality.
  • Remember we are all swimming in the same ocean.

I write a daily blog which is usually a poem and photo (very Neptunium) Today  as a thank you for visiting  Carolisle I am giving you your own Light Words  Enjoy

Where does magic live

and Fairies and all things small

and trembling, twitching, twirling?

In the space between

heat beats, wick and flame,

stone and water,

sending and receiving,

waiting and now.

Feel free to add your own spaces between.