Scorpio Moon trine Vesta in Cancer (7 deg) Moon trine Saturn in Pisces (16 deg) Moon/Vesta is a reminder of what's sacred- the deepest needs must be honoured, no matter how heavy they feel. What's "forbidden" or frightening is of primary importance at the moment- don't shrink away. Note that Vesta is in Cancer, ruled by the Moon- your feelings are your temple. The Moon goes on to trine Saturn which provides structure and reassurance around those needs. There are definitions and rules, helping you take responsibility for what you feel. You're not at the mercy of your emotions - secrets ..read more

The Scorpio Full Moon (4 deg) occurs at 7:48 pm EDT. It squares Pluto (its ruler) at 2 deg Aquarius. Scorpio Full Moons are always intense but this one will be extra. This is a culmination or ending, and it will be all or nothing. Scorpio can be just as dramatic as Leo, albeit in a subterranean way. Events will feel like life or death, even if survival is not at stake. Issues that have been simmering beneath the surface (secrets, corruption, hidden resources) will be revealed. And the square will be a crisis that triggers the reveal - changes that are pulling you towards the future will ..read more

Pallas in Sagittarius square Juno in Virgo (6 deg) This square occurred on March 26th when Juno was Rx. From that previous post: "Expansive strategies (Pallas in Sag) challenge extreme focus on details in a partnership contract. There's almost an obsession with one flaw or desire to improve and this may be blinding one or both partners to bigger, more hopeful solutions. Or, the "solutions" just skim the surface and don't address the real issue." So you're returning to this disagreement (or maybe you never left it). But this is the final square so the tension should actually lead to a ..read more

The weekly horoscopes are up on Patreon (Patron-Only Posts tier, $1 CAD). https://www.patreon.com/rubyslipper Overview April 23rd: Full Moon in Scorpio (4 deg) square Pluto in Aquarius April 25th: Mercury stations direct in Aries (15 deg) Painting by Homer Watson: Wikimedia Commons ..read more

Waxing Inconjunct between the Libra Moon and Taurus Sun (1 deg) Sun square Pluto in Aquarius (2 deg) Venus in Aries square Ceres in Capricorn (19 deg) Venus conjunct Chiron in Aries (20 deg)  Juno stations direct in Virgo (6 deg, 10:58 pm EDT) The Waxing Inconjunct is a difficult adjustment between relationships (Libra) vs self (Taurus). Both these signs are ruled by Venus and the incompatible inconjunct describes the inherent tension of Venus' two side: making others happy vs making yourself happy. At this point in the lunar cycle you may be confronted with a relationship ..read more

Jupiter conjunct Uranus in Taurus (21 deg, 10:26 pm EDT) Mars in Pisces opposite Black Moon Lilith in Virgo (22 deg) Jupiter can expand Uranus' surprises and Uranus can add a note of fate and the unexpected to Jupiter's benefits. In the sign of Taurus, here are some possible manifestations: sudden financial windfall (lottery win) physical breakthrough (surge of energy, vitality)  a lucky escape a radical and beneficial upgrade to routine There may be a disruption to what you have or own that feels threatening but ends up being the best thing for you. Maybe you're hit wi ..read more

Painting by Frederick McCubbin: Wikimedia Commons Sun enters Taurus (9:59 am EDT) Mercury Rx conjunct Venus in Aries (17 deg) Mars in Pisces sextile Jupiter and Uranus in Taurus (21 deg) Taurus season is a reminder that you live in the real world. Dreams and future plans all start with your foundation. Your body is the vessel for your spirit. Your physical condition directly impacts your mind. Money may not be the source of all happiness but it is essential for survival. It's time to check in with yourself - are your basic requirements being met? Taurus is basic - food, shelter ..read more

Waxing Trine between the Leo Moon and Aries Sun (28 deg) Moon quincunx Neptune in Pisces (28 deg) This portion of the lunar phase invites confidence and open expression. Pride and power are seamlessly integrated with ambition - it's easy to stride forward, knowing you have something special going on. Excellent for any activity that requires public attention. Or, this is good if you just need a boost to get you moving. Find your mojo, stand out without trying, start something that you've been putting off. The only caution here is the Moon's quincunx to Neptune. There will be a sliver o ..read more

Venus conjunct the Aries North Node (15 deg) Venus rules the Libra South Node but here she is meeting up with the North Node. This describes a specific progression from past to future - old habits involving relationships and values have become unbalanced and here's a chance to correct that via a more assertive, subjective approach. A particular relationship could be progressing in a new direction. Or, you understand that it's time to put your happiness first. Or, you meet someone new but feel like you've known them all your life (the attraction is instantaneous and fated).   There's ..read more

Mercury Rx in Aries square Ceres in Capricorn (19 deg) Mars in Pisces sextile Ceres (19 deg) Mercury makes the second of three squares to Ceres. You're going back to an argument (from March 16th) about nurturing/mothering. Maybe an argument with a parent. The impatient words, the urge for freedom - these things clash with the rules of care and now you're digging into the childhood memory or repeating your objection. This square will occur again on May 7th when Mercury is direct so it's not over yet. There's more to discuss - traditions of care need to change or the blunt words need to ..read more