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Monday, December 27, 2021

It’s Fresh! BitchScopes for December 27-January 3


Well, here we are…2022.  It’s the future, and we are in it.  My flying car is very shiny and my in home teleportation device is very cool.   I got a new food fabricator for the Winter Solstice Holiday and I just love it. And I was gifted a programming module for my house-bot that teaches it to give me a massage.  I love the future! 


I’m pretty sure I’ve been making Jetsons jokes on New Years Day since 2020.  I can’t stop myself. 


This week, there’s a continuation of the theme of planning for the future.  Mercury is pretty significant this week, making our minds sharp and focused.  The new moon in Capricorn is goal oriented and grounded, but thanks to Uranus’ influence, has one eye on the future. Uranus provides the new moon cycle with innovative energy and some potential for positive changes and excitement. 


There’s a good amount of determination and motivation in the air from several sources. And that, paired with an abundance of optimism, makes for some beautiful and magical manifesting. (If you don’t have the clarity yet, Mercury will retrograde in Aquarius and Capricorn Mid month, And that could help you.)


The optimism primarily flows from Jupiter, which enters Pisces on Tuesday where it will remain for quite a while.  This is a fantastic placement for Jupiter that will benefit us all.  


Manifesting is a powerful practice that requires you to feel what it would feel like to have your desires be true.  It asks you to believe in possibilities as though they were easy and accessible.  Capricorn gives this moon a certain amount of pragmatism while still having Uranus’ visionary powers. We are inspired, determined, and grounded all at once.  I cannot think of a better energy to start the new year with.  It is truly a new cycle, a new phase of life, a fresh start. 


I’m not a big “New Years resolutions” person.  But this year, consider setting an intention about how you want to feel this year. It might be the most powerful resolution you could make. 


Dec 27

Jupiter square North Node - risk of “over expansion”; pace yourself; at odds with your higher self



Dec 28

Mercury square Eris  - impulsive or rebellious speech, you may encounter resistance to your expressed ideals

Mars quincunx Uranus  - non conformity 

Jupiter enters Pisces - joy, optimism, inter connectedness, compassion


Dec 29

Mercury conjunct Venus Rx - expressing love, thoughts about self love, artistic inspiration 

Mars sextile Saturn - determination and endurance 


Dec 30

Mercury conjunct Pluto - deep thinking, intense conversation. 

Venus square Eris - motivated by repression.  


Jan 1

Sun trine Uranus - positive changes and flashes of insight 

Mercury trine Ceres - nurturing expressions

Mercury trine N Node - ability to attract the right people to advance you toward your goals and calling 


Jan  2

Mercury enters Aquarius - sharp, progressive thinking 

New Moon January 2022 at 12°cap  01:33 pm pst - new cycle beginning, with focus on planning; expanded vision for your future 


ARIES- There’s a growing collection of planets (Sun, Venus, Mercury & Pluto…Mars enters this area in late January) in your career house, and the new moon in Capricorn will join them. There’s no doubt that career and public image are hot topics for you lately. Take a little time to envision what your dream job looks and feels like. Be honest with yourself about what you want.  Do you really want fame? What kind of responsibility are you willing to take on? What kind of leader do you want to be? Manifest according to your feelings, not your fantasies. 


TAURUS- You may be feeling pretty restless.  You can’t scratch your travel itch so you might lean in to your intellectual side.  Deep, philosophical, and hypothetical questions can entertain you for now, but the craving for intense experiences will be with you for a while. You may be starting a new career path this year, so setting aside some time to explore your education options would be smart.  Even if you are going back to school, really envision the path forward from here.  The shift of the moon's north node into your sign later this month will ask you to look at self sufficiency and doing the work to reach it. 


GEMINI - You will be swimming in deep waters for the first several weeks of the new year.  Generally you like to change activities several (read: a zillion) times in any given time period.  But there’s a laser focus needed and asked if you now.  This intense focus will help you move ahead in ways you haven’t anticipated.  But you might also feel bajiggity and anxious and not know why. Financial planning is one area that you should pay some attention to. When you start to feel anxiety building up in your body, find an outlet to move it (meditation, exercise, grounding, etc). 


CANCER- Your 7th house of partnerships is very emphasized right now due to all the Capricorn energy. Take some time to really, clearly, sincerely communicate your feelings to your loved ones.  You may express your love in many different, very nurturing ways.  But sometimes people need to hear the words.  This is also a good time to evaluate all the places your energy is committed. How many projects do you have and are they all necessary? You may need to prioritize a bit and create a hierarchical (oh. Bonus word) to go list based on deadlines and importance. If in doubt, call a Cap. 


LEO- All this Capricorn energy probably feels awfully stodgy to you.  But it’s piling up in your house of habits and routine, so it might be time to take a good look at those things.  There are changes needed in your day to day life that will change the flow in amazing ways.  In much the same way as rearranging furniture can shift the energy in your house, so can changing your route to work, when you shower, the order of operations in your day.  You’re creative! Have fun with it.  Experiment all month long. 


VIRGO- You may find yourself wanting to drop the hankie in front of your love interest.  (This is a metaphor for coyly showing interest like in the old days when a woman would drop her handkerchief and see if the man would pick it up for her.  It’s code for “hey baby”) Things could get serious or deeper in new-ish or even established relationships. You may also find that your creative energy is enhanced now too. Pursue more joy. There’s always time for work. 


LIBRA- Home and family continues to be a strong theme for you these days.  Be a good steward of the money you are earning.  Hold off on extra spending until March.  Your family’s roots are undergoing some shifts and it can feel unnerving and imbalanced for someone who craves harmony.  Doing work on your physical home is favored right now. And because there’s a lot of energy in this house, and your literal house, you need an outlet.  Spend time near water when you feel irked…even if it’s just a bath.  Growth is what you are experiencing, and it’s just a tad awkward right now.  


SCORPIO- If you’re sitting on a book or publishing project, now is a great time to get on it. Once you sit down, you may be surprised how easily it flows. Communication in general is very emphasized now. Make your emails clear and professional.  Write the proposal, request the info you’ve been needing, file the papers, make the phone call you’ve been dreading.  You are favored in any of these interactions. Also. If you’re looking for a sign that tells you to go ahead and say “I love you”…here’s your sign! 


SAGITTARIUS- Lots of change has happened over the last 6-8 months and you should be feeling pretty optimistic. Right now you have great energy behind you for changing jobs, finding a job, or getting a raise. Start a savings plan this month. Slow down in the way you communicate, as this will be a theme later this month. Be clear about your needs and expectations, and…be realistic. You have great planetary love at your back, but your pie-in-the-sky thinking will clash with Capricorn's stern pragmatism. Use your natural luck in practical ways.  Later in the spring you will be able to have more fun.  


CAPRICORN- Well, happy birthday season! You look pretty damn good considering the metaphorical wood chipper you’ve been in for a couple years now.  This new moon is another step toward the new cycle I keep talking about for you.  Set your intentions about who you want to be and how you want to be in the world and go ahead and shoot for the stars! The shit show that keeps harassing you will be improving, and by spring you will feel lots better. There is so much beautiful planetary energy happening for you now. As January progresses it’s going to get better and better.  


AQUARIUS - You may start feeling like you need some space and solitude as January progresses.  Do what you need to do.  Meditation, shadow work,  and dream work are highly favored for you right now. Tap into the deep parts of yourself that you may overlook in favor of humanity related concerns.  You are part of humanity, after all.  We can heal others far better when we’ve healed ourselves.   Listen to your gut and intuition this month.  Watch for signs and synchronicities.  


PISCES- The world is your oyster right now. Jupiter in your sign will be such a soothing balm for your exhausted soul.  Swim swim swim.  Really allow yourself time to experience magic, whatever that is for you.  You may find your friend group is a little funky.  Some friends are likely to be quite cranky until Spring. And others may start to fall away. This is a normal part of life, like exfoliating old skin cells.  New people who are more aligned with you will start filtering in and will help to tend to your delicate inner fire. This year is going to be good! 



Sunday, December 19, 2021

Twas the Night Before Bitchmas (BitchScopes for December 20-27)

'Twas the week of Christmas and all thru the hood, 

ripples of worry and prayers for sprinkles of good.  

The humans were tired, and troubled, and sick, 

because in 2021, Covid was a real dick.  


Shopping was stressful and working retail was hell

Small businesses were struggling and trying to sell

Restaurant servers were sick of depending on tips

And people’s every rude thought passing their lips


Humanity was pretty damn sick of itself

And had even mostly retired that stupid Elf on a Shelf

The stockings were hung but not with much care

What did it matter if no family was there?



They were sick of the masks and sick of the rules

They were sick of the shootings in all of the schools

They were sick of the news and political fights

They were sick of the bullshit from the left and the right


So what could they do when no hope seemed close by

Just more bad news flying hither and nigh

Then some dreamer looked up and it donned on them: HEY!

There’s always hope in every new day


Just look at that sunset, and sunrise, without fail

Look at your dog, just happily wagging their tail

Over there a baby, giggling like mad

Like this is the best day they’ve ever had


Maybe it is, thought the dreamer, maybe I can smile too

Just because I exist, and hey! So do you!

Our hearts are still beating and our brains are so cool

Here we are working and playing and acting a fool


We all have something to offer, talents that are unique

To shape a better tomorrow, for the future we all seek

So the dreamer looked up at the sky for some inspo

From the planets and stars, and really God, for some info


Aries, next year, Jupiter in your sign will be rad

You will have opportunities many and meet new people like mad

A new chapter will open for your personal dreams

And lots of good luck and expansion will be yours it seems


Taurus, you’re due for a good time, its true

Not many have been through as much lately as you

But next year there’s money, and connections galore

And if you’re single, there could be something more!


Gemini your career is going to soar

the plans that you’ve made will open new doors

You’ll need to be tidy and light on your feet

Because you will blow the mind of everyone you meet


Cancer, next year should be gentler, thank Goddess for that

You’ve been busier than the Cat in the Hat

But you can stop juggling and slow down a bit

Because Venus will pull out your chair for a sit. 


Leo, your money will finally settle

You made it thru a rough patch and showed your real mettle

Advances in job and investments are near

And toward the end, there’s some love looming for you next year!


Virgo you have had a real rough ride

With money and love and your health on the side

But next year stability is coming to you

Congratulate yourself on seeing it through!


Libra next year you’ll feel plenty of smiles

Both romantic and financial gifts run on for miles

Things will calm down, and feel more at ease

You will have the freedom to do what you please


Scorp, you’re in for a good one when it comes to your heart

Love new or established will get a fresh start

Romantic elation, artistic and childlike expression

Are all in store for you in the 2022 session


Sadge, your hard work will pay off in spades

Next year there are great plans to be made

Your insides are growing and that’s always great

Especially if the timing is right, you may find a mate!



Cap, no surprise, your career will be hot

And you’re likely to do far better than not

Big payoffs, both with money and love

Are aimed right at you from the sky up above


Aquarius, you’ll be asked to work hard for some gains

But it won’t feel like it was work when it starts to rain

Commitment is possible, and that’s a good thing

Whatever the payoffs, they’ll make your soul sing.


And Pisces, you are so due for break

And it’s coming, with a bunch of money to make

Many invites and opportunities will appear

You’ll almost forget 2021 was a pain in the rear!


So all should take heart, and do what life asks

Because 2022 will be better, with or without masks.

Humanity will rebound, and start to care once again

Where we are going is just as important as where we have been


Sure it won’t be perfect, but its worth having great hope

That 2022 will have gifts and surprises, and may even be “dope”

(that’s teen slang for groovy, its not about pot

But if that makes you happy then hell, smoke it a lot!) 


Life is short and a precious magical gift

But sometimes is heavy and we all need a lift

So lift up each other, and lift up your eyes

When you feel lost, just look up at the Sky.









Dec 20

Mercury trine Uranus - genius moments, breakthroughs, exciting news
Sun enters Capricorn - time to get serious, committ, and do things “by the book”.
Ceres conjunct North Node - Your nurturing side can take the lead, somewhat effortlessly. It will just happen.


Dec 22

Sun quincunx N. Node sacrifice needed to achieve goals
Nodes enter Taurus and Scorpio - finding balance between the material and the spiritual; creating stability; understanding value and obligation
Mercury conjunct Juno - good communication with partner


Dec 24

Saturn square Uranus - Play it again Sam. The undoing and shaking up of structures. Traditions, foundations (mostly on a global, social and political scale, but can also have personal ripples)
Neptune square Vesta - cloudy thinking and lack of realism around work tasks and their potential outcomes
Mercury quincunx Lilith - self censoring your sexuality or rebellious nature (which may not be a bad idea if you’re visiting with family for the Holiday!)

Dec 25

Venus Rx conjunct Pluto - power struggles in committed relationships; desire for deep(er) connection
Mars trine Chiron - past wounds and “failures” motivate you
Pallas sextile Juno - partner-shared goals
Jupiter square Ceres -overwhelmed by family issues (wut?! At Xmas? No way! LOL)

Dec 26

Mercury sextile Neptune - perfect for the day after Christmas - relaxation, daydreaming, creativity


Dec 27

Jupiter square North Node - risk of “over expansion”; pace yourself; at odds with your higher self


Sunday, December 12, 2021

It's a lot...BitchScopes for December 13-20


Alright! Here we are, y’all. This week the much touted, often grimly painted Venus retrograde begins. I have read so much garbage about this. Look, can shitty things happen during a retrograde? Of course. Shitty things happen every day, and all we have to blame it on is ourselves, our cats, our mothers, or the moon. So we get excited when we have something else to blame! Fact is, we’ve had a lot of sweeping change type transits, including some pretty juicy and potent eclipses…oh, eclipses. Another thing that many astrologers love to spin people into a tizzy about.


So here’s the thing: if you hate your job, you may decide to quit. If your boyfriend or girlfriend is kind of an asshole who doesn’t treat you well, you may decide to end it. You may decide the Lexus you bought was not a great deal after all, or that your new hair style is so bad that you want to shave your head. But if you’re mostly happy with your job, your hair, and your partner, things are probably going to tick along like “normal”. But..are you ready to feel more valued? Are you ready to feel better about yourself? Are you ready to have a job that pays you what you deserve (not what you delusionally want or think you deserve based on the overhyped shit your mom told you when you were 14 and being mercilessly bullied and she didn’t want you to kill yourself…what you deserve based on your skills and education and what you offer the company and clients)? Ok then. Let’s do that.

Venus retrograde will have us examining how we feel valued and what we value and why. It can bring clarity. Like Mercury retrograde, you can harness this to improve your life. Venus retrogrades the least often of any of the planets, so we do tend to feel this more personally. But you can use this period to work on self love, valuing yourself, planning money and resources for the next several months. Fairness, justice and balance are also on the docket. But like eclipses, even when the changes feel icky at first, they are always for our highest good. For instance, If you are in a relationship that you know isn’t going well, you may just finally pull the plug on it. I did this in 2017 during Venus retro (as it turned out, I met him during the previous Venus retro in 2015. Weird huh? The Venus retro in 2010 also marked relationship milestones for me. I moved in with a guy, against all better judgement, and the next retro in 2012 I was moving out). So, Ok…maybe be aware that relationships started under this, may also end under it. You might also try to resist the urge to buy expensive and luxurious items. Don’t drastically change your hair or overall appearance.

But enough about that. There’s other juicy stuff this week. The key here is to focus on yourself, your own behavior, your own words, your own needs. It isn’t selfish. If more people did that, we would actually be in much better shape to respond to the other people around us. Be willing to grow, in spirituality, in how you value yourself, in your relationships, in your career. Growth can cause aches and pains, so if you feel that in some area, it is probably a good thing. If you feel something more than “discomfort”, it might be an indication that something is off balance and needs correcting.

There is a lot of real and delusional “fate” at play this week. Things that happen will feel significant, important, powerful, and “meant to be” in some cases. The North Node makes some significant aspects, and the Sun’s conjunction to the Galactic Center is hard to ignore as well. Literally, things that happen will be “hard to ignore”. It will be important for you to listen to your gut if you are dating, because on the one hand you may meet someone who really is aligned with your life purpose. On the other hand, you may be wearing the Venus beer goggles. If it seems too good to be true, if he is love bombing you early on, if he says all the right things but doesn’t follow through…red flag!!!

To further complicate this week, especially if you are dating or in a committed relationship, there’s a Full Moon in Gemini. Gemini rules information, and full moons are known to illuminate truths that were previously hidden. So you can expect some new information or news to show up, depending on where Gemini falls in your chart. Luckily, this Full Moon is trine Jupiter, so this information will benefit us. However, the moon is also quincunx Venus and Pluto (Venus and Pluto are conjunct) so there’s difficulty of expression and/or an imbalance of power, affection, or money. It’s likely that we may feel emotionally needy, or have an increased need for affection, but a difficulty in getting it, or expressing the need. Perhaps we struggle with vulnerability.

It’s a lot, and just in time for the thick of the Holiday season. (Holy Crap…I took my kids shopping Saturday and it was so chaotic I wondered if we were in World War Z or something!) Stay grounded and alert. Stay tuned in to yourself. Express your truths and needs with your loved ones openly and honestly. Be transparent and conservative with your finances. Hug your people. Hug your self. Hug your cat.

This isn’t doomsday, it just feels like it in most parking lots. Lean in to love.


Dec 13
  • Mars enters Sagittarius - we are all more passionate and adventurous. (last time was January 2020)
  • Mercury enters Capricorn - conversation and thinking are more serious, practical, methodical
  • Mercury quincunx North Node - use your intellect to navigate a difficult situation. And pay attention: is there a pattern that you seem to repeat at play here?

Dec 14
  • Mars conjunct South node - cathartic release around past “mistakes” or actions
  • Mars opposite North Node - tension that can provide motivation toward your goals

Dec 15
  • Sun trine Eris - your rebellious nature (OR true authentic self) can find an outlet and have center stage
  • Uranus trine Juno - possible breakthroughs in committed relationships particularly around trust

Dec 17
  • Vesta opposite Lilith - your rebellious ideas (the stuff that doesn’t fit in society’s tidy boxes) can fuel your career at this time

Dec 18
  • Full Moon in gemini 8:36 pm PST - healing old wounds, releasing crap we don’t want to take into the next phase (2022)
  • Sun conjunct Galactic Center - supports your soul purpose and brings you into alignment, as well as providing clarity about your path
  • Mercury square Chiron - expressing your pain may be challenging (use the moon!)

Dec 19
  • Venus Retrograde 26 Capricorn - introspection and reassessment of “values”, what we value, and how we feel valued
  • Sun sextile Jupiter - optimism and good luck

Dec 20
  • Mercury trine Uranus - genius moments, breakthroughs, exciting news
  • Sun enters Capricorn - time to get serious, committ, and do things “by the book”.
  • Ceres conjunct North Node - Your nurturing side can take the lead, somewhat effortlessly. It will just happen.

Aries - This week, and for the next few, you are likely to be made aware of some new information that will have you really pondering your career path. It will take a minute for you to process this information. Ultimately, whatever this is will lead you to a better position in one way or another. You will have the upper hand, or the inside info needed to negotiate a raise, a promotion, or a new specialty that interests you. This will be a process unfolding for the duration of Venus in Capricorn. But come next April, you stand to be in a much better position!


Taurus
- You may be feeling a little beat up lately. Money is an issue that seems to keep coming up. Education of some kind is the key to unlocking more money. The Full Moon will show you some places where your money has been “leaking” or not properly channeled. Over the next few months you will be able to clear up some old debts and agreements that are truly finished. Going forward, you need to look carefully at either taking some classes to advance yourself or teaching as a means of adding to your income stream. It could be any kind of teaching, really. But this would be at a college or beyond level, ideally. Next year will be busy, so stay organized.


Gemini
- The next few weeks will have you examining your role in your personal relationships and how it may be shifting in the near future. If things have felt out of balance in the past, that will change. Shared resources (and other people’s money such as taxes, winnings, inheritances) are highlighted by Venus’ travels through Capricorn. Organization, notes, reminders, and yes, even spreadsheets, will be your friend as you level up your status, and the complications that can go with that.


Cancer - Slow your roll, Crabby Patty. You’ll want to give yourself room in your schedule where possible, over the next several weeks. You will need time and space to process some information and realizations you are likely to have after this Full Moon. It may be that a secret comes to light, or that information you have been in a bit of denial about is no longer avoidable. You may be able to figure out something regarding your health that has been a bit of an annoying mystery, or realize a habit you have that you thought was good may be contributing to a problem. You will need your partner to be stable and reliable during this period, as you give yourself some legit rest on a regular basis.


Leo
- Information about a friend or associate may come to light after this Full Moon. It isn’t earth shattering, just unexpected. Your work/play balance may be off kilter, and you’ll need to either force yourself to take a break, or make yourself do the boring stupid tasks you get paid to do. Ugh. Some of this balance issue may lead to some awareness in your body. That exercise you do may be contributing to your pain, not helping it…or something like this. Venus in Capricorn is going to ask you to pay more attention to your physical being for a several weeks, so just do it. Capricorn is not fun to try to negotiate with…


Virgo
- The full moon will light up information around your career house, and you may have to make some adjustments to keep things moving in the right direction. One of those adjustments may be your work/family balance. Some family issues from times past may show up around this time, so keep your cool. If you have children, the way you parent may be a focus for several weeks. You may need to be a little more conservative or strict to correct something. This could also apply to pets, depending on your placement. OR that family issue you’re dealing with may have something to do with the way you were parented. Oh, the holidays…good times. Stay cool, and seek out fun!


Libra - You may find yourself really changing your mind about something you thought you firmly believed in, and it may rock you a little. Beliefs are not meant to be static. In fact, the ability to change your mind is a sign of evolution, so embrace it. You may want to keep your thoughts to yourself for a while though, because under the current planetary influences, it may not come out right, or you may offend someone you don’t wish to offend (Which for a Libra is most everyone). Family money issues will be a focus while Venus is in Capricorn. If something is amiss or screwy, it should be much more resolved come April.


Scorpio
- Well you are pretty much the Queen or King of Intimacy among all the zodiac signs. This full moon may shed some surprising light on intimacy issues you were not aware of. For the next several weeks, you will want to be careful with your words and make sure emails are properly composed so that your point does not get missed, especially at work. Misunderstandings could affect your paycheck in some way.  But those intimacy issues could very well involve communication as well.  You aren't scared...it'll be fine!


Sagittarius - This full moon illuminates your relationships, so you may receive some information that was previously unknown or hidden. It isn't necessarily bad, so don’t let it mess with your head or your sense of self. Venus in Capricorn, even while retrograde, could make you some money. You may get some ideas during retrograde that you can put into action in the Spring to reap the benefits. This could also be some inklings about changing jobs or companies in order to see more value for your work.


Capricorn - Your body may be giving you some messages that you haven’t been listening to, but it will make itself loud and clear under this full moon. It could be something as ordinary as your menstrual cycle, or something a bit more complex. If you happen to have any kind of surgery scheduled, it will go well and provide the needed information. Venus retrograding in your sign will definitely affect the way you see yourself and how you present that self in the world. On the other side of this, you will have a better grasp of your true value as a person, employee, partner, etc. The growing pains may be unpleasant. But as much as you work, and love working, you grossly undervalue yourself in other aspects of life.

Aquarius - The good news is that romance seems to be on the horizon for you…real close! But feel things out properly before you commit to anything or anyone. Relationships started under a Venus retrograde are often false starts, or fake outs. If that happens, know that the real thing is really close behind it. Enjoy the romance (and there will be some), enjoy the parties and the new friends, but don’t put a ring on anything!


Pisces - This next several weeks are all about your people. Friends, family, co-workers…they will all be tugging on your heart. The full moon is likely to show you some information about your family that you didn’t realize before. It could be mundane, or it could be profound, but it doesn’t feel terribly disruptive. Outside of your home life, you will be poised to really grab on to some professional opportunities, and they are likely connected to your friends, friends of friends, etc. You’re going to be busy, so self care and boundaries are going to be essential.

Sunday, December 5, 2021

December is for faith, January is for spreadsheets BitchScopes for December 6-13


This week looks exactly like a week after a New Moon Solar Eclipse filled with sweeping change....because it is.  With the exception of Sunday’s Sun square to Neptune, this week is ripe for planning for the future, and motivation to achieve. Formation of new projects is highly favored. It could be interesting to see how said projects form, because on the one hand, Eris is wanting to buck the traditional, and on the other hand, Mercury in Capricorn wants to be practical and maybe even traditional. So I would suggest this: let the Sagittarian fire of motivation and desire burn freely. Take lots of notes, make your wild vision board, let your imagination run free. When Capricorn kicks in, you can review those notes and knock off the “unsuitable” edges.

Enjoy the creative process for the moment. Let the season inspire you (or, let the depression of the season inspire you...that also works) to aim high. Dream big. Feel the magic of co-creating with the badass energies like Eris and the Centaurian Archer. Let desire and belief propel your engine. December is for faith, January is for spreadsheets.

Mars and Venus are sextiling right now, so be on the lookout for opportunities and invitations. There is an easy flow between the very powerful placements of Venus in Capricorn (practical and committed) and Mars in Scorpio (a detective driven to uncover truth and deep connections) this week. Say yes more than no this week. Next week when Mars is in Sagittarius, you will feel inspired to pick up the ball and run with it, right into the Capricorn end zone. (OMG look at me making sports references! Who am I?)

I can’t wrap this up without saying that there is some sexy energy to this week as well. Chemistry may be hot, but be forewarned, Venus will be in Capricorn for an extra long time while she retrogrades (later this month), so flings and half-assed relationships are not favored, but commitment is. So be careful who you flirt with.


Dec 6
Mars sextile pluto - drive to achieve goals


Dec 7
Venus square Eris you may feel strong desires for freedom (and/or sex) but feel repressed in some way
Mercury square Neptune - distorts thinking

Dec 8
Mars square Jupiter - initiative to start new projects

Dec 9
Mercury trine Eris - expression of rebellious ideas is well received

Dec 11
Venus conjunct Pluto - desire for deep connection
Mercury sextile Jupiter - planning for the future is favored

Dec 12
Sun square Neptune - feeling unmotivated, vulnerable

Dec 13
Mars enters Sagittarius - very motivated, especially by our ideals and beliefs
Mercury enters Capricorn - serious and “proper” conversation, serious and practical thinking


ARIES - Your career continues to be an area of focus. The way you are valued or the pleasure you do or do not take in your work will be slowly transformed. Your desire to climb the ladder and achieve goals is stronger than usual at this time (and normally its nothing to shake a stick at!). Check your loan interest rates, stock options, and income streams that are not related to your work, as you may uncover some treats.

TAURUS - You are probably feeling restless, and ready for things to move on to the next phase already. Your itch to travel or experience some kind of freedom is somewhat dampened by obligations and boring shit like responsibility. But this is a very good time to explore new business relationships, negotiate contracts, and deepen existing relationships. Things will build up until around February and March, so do what you can to be ready for whatever that is.

GEMINI - Get thee to a massage and day spa, with haste! Ok it doesn’t really need to be “with haste”, but you do that naturally anyway. Your sensuality is heightened right now, and your physical body needs attention. Another reason for a massage is that perfectionism may be causing you stress. Progress over perfection is your mantra for the next couple months, at least.

CANCER - If you are married or partnered, get your honey and go on a date. Leave the kids at home or with grandma and go experience the magic of Christmas, adult style. Co-workers and employees could use some fun as well. So if it is within your power, see if you can organize some kind of holiday get together that has no business purpose, just pleasure.

LEO - Home is where the heart is and where you’d rather be most these days. In the quest for security and snuggles, be aware of not being too critical of the people you live with. That criticism may also be directed at yourself, specifically your body. Love your temple and honor it for the ways it serves you, daily. If you’re due for a dental check up, or a bone density test (yes, that’s oddly specific - Venus in capricorn in your 6th house), this is a good time to get it done.

VIRGO - You should be feeling confident and sharp as a tack these days. Take advantage of your clear and creative thinking right now. Your wit is sharper than usual, so do take care to not fling verbal barbs at someone without meaning to, or engage in hurtful gossip. Lean into any artsy or creative tendencies you have to channel that energy.

LIBRA - You may be feeling sensitive, and even a bit needy this week. Both emotionally and physically you will be desiring some deeper connection. Your focus will be on your home and family, so you could certainly fill that need with some quality time with them. But ideally, some intimacy would work wonders. If you’re partnered or married, I think you know how to scratch that itch. You may be a little preoccupied about money matters, but you need not worry. This area of your chart is well tended right now.

SCORPIO - Not that you are usually a wall flower, but you will be on fire for a couple weeks. Mars transiting your 1st house makes you bold and confident. Your energy level will be high, so put it to good use, but also be a good steward of your time. You will be more outspoken than usual during the next couple of weeks as well, and you know how you can get. Be nice. Be a problem solver, not a pot stirrer.

SAGITTARIUS - You can be very lucky with money these days. But watch your wallet, because the urge to splurge may be strong. This money will be earned, and come from work you do. “Practical arts” (I may have just made that up) are favored, which makes me think of “the trades” like construction and electrical and those types of jobs. The quandary here is that you will not feel much like working and people’ing as much as usual. Do some charity work or donate some time or items...that may fill your emotional cup and jump start your motivation.

CAPRICORN - Your charm volume is set to high for the next several weeks. Enjoy being as social as you wish and the attention you receive. If you’re thinking about changing your appearance, do it soon, or wait until the Spring. If you get that itch, avoid doing anything too drastic, just for now. Your participation in your workplace or other community may be challenging because you may be feeling rather argumentative and full of yourself. Chances are you are correct in your opinion, but keep your eye on the big picture rather than the little quibbles.

AQUARIUS - You may be feeling a bit Bah Humbug, and its OK. Aquarians are famous for loving humanity but hating humans, and that sounds about right for you at this time. Time alone to rest and reset is perfectly acceptable. This is especially true if you are clashing with authority figures (um, aren’t you usually?). Your career is poised to make a significant jump, but you don’t have to push. You will be noticed without a lot of extra effort. In other words, chill the eff out!

PISCES - You will benefit from being around lots of other people this week and possibly for a few weeks. Your expression of self will be most inspired and authentic when you are surrounded by a variety of people. Charitable events might also scratch an itch for you, especially if you attend with friends. Legal, religious, and educational issues are highlighted and will be positive for you this week.


Monday, November 29, 2021

Closing the Chapter - BitchScopes for November 29-Dec 6


All work and no play make Jack(ie) a dull person. Well bitches, this week there does seem to be a strong focus on work and drive towards our goals. And that’s all fine and good, but we do need balance as well. There is a lot of enthusiasm this week, and that can also lead to anxiousness, also known around these parts are “bajiggityness”. This will all work itself out naturally, but if you would like to direct this energy a bit, focus on not only what needs to be healed within you, but what role you play in “passively” healing others. I say passive because more often than not, being your authentic self can provide a real source of inspiration and healing for the people around you. What about “work” and your beliefs about it needs to be healed? Keep that in mind when you are manifesting.

Mercury is busy this week, which is part of why there is nervous energy afoot. But this moon is conjunct Mercury as well, which can be very positive. It can bring sharp and quick thinking and curiosity. Interactions with other people are emphasized. That means everyone’s favorite things: appointments and meetings and generally being busy.

Your mind is likely to be just as busy as Mercury this week. You may be worrying and fretting and feeling anxious. Physical movement will help. Focus on professional goals and make notes and vision boards if it helps. Have fun with it. This is Sagittarius. If its not fun, its not happening.

The big news this week is, again, the Eclipse. This one is the last of the Sagittarius-Gemini eclipses (until 19 years from now, anyway). This Sagittarius New Moon aspects Uranus, so the theme will be adjusting to changes and new experiences. Open-mindedness and flexibility are an important tool for the coming shifts. This new moon is optimistic, on its own (do we sense a “but”?). So focus on spirituality and aspects of your life you wish to expand (Sagittarius is ruled by Jupiter). This is a good manifesting moon….even though (aha! There’s the catch!) it has some bajiggity aspects.

Uranus quincunxes this New Moon, hence the nervous energy and unexpected “joys” of Uranus. But in our favor we have Saturn sextiling the moon, offering us some grounding and logic. Later in December (Christmas Eve- Merry Fuckmas!) we have Saturn Squaring Uranus for the 3rd and last time this year. But we will talk about that fuckery later. We’ve been there, done that...and it sucks a little, but it’s fine. We will be fine!  This eclipse is a mover and a shaker, in that it will offer a bit of a crisis that leads to significant growth. Chances are you’ve already felt this crisis, so there’s no need to panic. I feel this eclipse finishes up that crisis business over the next few months.

So as we move into the holiday season, remember to balance work and play. Find joy, somewhere, without judgement. If joy is the opposite of what everyone else finds joyful, so be it. You do you. Focus on your beliefs about life and work and joy and living in general. It will be increasingly important that we are grounded and have a source of inner peace as we move into 2022. Because the world isn’t getting any less messy, so all we can do is be our best selves. You never know who you will touch in this way, just by being you.

Happy December (how the hell did that happen?) This week we are focusing on the placements of the Solar Eclipse/New Moon, Uranus, and Saturn in your charts. (Read your rising and sun sign.)

Nov 29
Mars trine Neptune - sensual and creative
Mercury sextile Saturn - clear thinking, good judgement

Nov 30
Venus sextile Neptune - sensual and caring
Sun sextile Saturn - strong work vibes, patience, perseverance
Mercury trine Chiron - healing others as well as self
Sun trine Chiron - opportunities to distinguish yourself

Dec 1
Neptune Direct -Can provide aI break from internalized worries; Our intuition is directed more outwardly
Mercury quincunx Uranus - Scattered mind,Overstimulation, fleeting ideas
Mercury square Pallas - Intuition May feel blocked; obstacles to expressing ideas

Dec 2
Chiron trine Vesta - passion for healing
Sun square Pallas - Personal vision and desire for autonomy may bump into Your desire for justice

Dec 3
Sun quincunx Uranus - nervous and anxious energy
Saturn sextile Vesta - Hard work can be rewarding rather than burdensome

Dec 4
New Moon in Sagittarius/Solar Eclipse 11:42pm PST 12/3 2:42am EST 12/4 - adjusting to change
Mercury opposite Lilith - feeling like you must fight to be heard; logic and passionate rebellion pulling against each other
Mars quincunx Eris - drive to overcome repression may need to be adjusted and redirected

Dec 6
Mars sextile pluto - drive to achieve goals


ARIES - You are likely to be feeling the tickle of holiday spirit this week, and perhaps that generosity streak you have will be lit up. Helping to plan a party or event might be a huge support to someone in your circle, because you get shit done! Your 9th house is activated by this eclipse. If you’ve been waiting to hear about a college application or some other education related decision, its likely to show up this week. In general, the top of your chart and your house of income are very active, so you can expect healthy growth in your professional/public life.

TAURUS - You’ve been going through some pretty emotional stuff for a few months now. This new moon will activate some deep feelings and desire for intimate connection. Also up for you this week (and for several weeks, actually) are financial resources and obligations like loans and taxes. Of course you owe what you owe, but I feel this is an opportunity or something coming TO you. In general, deeper commitment is on the docket for you, and its a good thing. Don’t be surprised if you get a promotion soon, or are otherwise asked to take the lead in something. This will be a big deal in your life, so congrats!

GEMINI - This eclipse could be a heart-opener for you. Due to the involvement of Uranus in all of this, I don’t think you’ll see it coming. It may be a new relationship, or a may be just a deep activation of your love. Sagittarius rules long distance and relationships with foreigners. (Don’t knock it 'til you try it!) You should also check out job opportunities now and over the next several weeks. If where you are isn’t working for you, you have a good chance for improvement in another environment. Taking a class or 2 where it may boost your career is also a good idea

CANCER - Good habits and routine are emphasized for you this week. This new moon can help you manifest a day-to-day groove that feels really good in regards to work, fulfilling financial obligations, and healthy habits. But balance is key, so be sure to get OUT of your routine on a regular basis too. A set date night with your honey or your BFF, or a monthly trip to your favorite not-too-far-away place is just what the doctor...er...planets ordered.

LEO - Your 5th house is activated this week. That often means romance, but it is also often related to your children. There’s a certain kind of “growth” that may show up for your family in the near future. I don’t necessarily mean you’re pregnant, so you can stop laughing. But one of your kids may start a committed romantic relationship. If all of that feels like poppycock, then just plan to have some fun. Manifest more joy and play in your life with the new moon. But also, if you’re not looking to be pregnant, have smart fun!

VIRGO - If anyone is ready for the holidays, it's you, with your mile long list of gifts and things to do. Try to include your family members in all of that preparation. Not only does it decrease your burden (and keep you off the martyr cross), it makes them feel good. Relationship energy feels pretty juicy around you lately. Don’t be dumbstruck if your honey surprises you this holiday season. A shake up of your routine may be really good for you, and this may come in the form of some short distance travel, or maybe a commute.

LIBRA - You may feel pulled in several directions over the next couple or few weeks. Try to keep your head on straight, because this somewhat chaotic energy will pass. Financially you are poised to do really well for the next few months and beyond. Your communication with others is highlighted this week. Make sure you are touching base regularly with your partner or kids who may want your attention but are hesitant to ask for fear of “bothering” you. Make sure you keep that door open for the ones you love to come to you if they need you.

SCORPIO - Money is on the menu, and probably on your mind. This final eclipse in Sagittarius closes a chapter for you around earned income, as well as passive income. Your home life gets a boost of security (that has been the case for months now) with whatever these opportunities are. Invitations and offers (perhaps even romantic dates) may come out of nowhere, so try to not be too scattered to pay attention this week. You may be feeling a little lonely or isolated this week, but both the feeling and the actuality of that are temporary, so don’t fret. Be open to being surprised by what life drops in your life.

SAGITTARIUS - You may be called upon to lead something soon. You’ve been nudged all year to find your authentic voice and you may feel lost and unqualified to fulfill this leadership offer. But trust me, you are qualified. Others see potential in you that you often do not, so seize the opportunity when it shows up and have faith! You are probably feeling utterly bored with your current life and routine. But rather than avoid and procrastinate, try to focus and get shit accomplished so you can move on to fun stuff.

CAPRICORN - You are likely to feel day-dreamy now. This is somewhat uncharacteristic of you, the workaholic. But as your birthday time rolls around, you secretly feel very magical and romantic about life in general. Your creative expression is looking for an outlet, so this daydreamy energy is perfect for you to explore the more artsy and fun-loving side of yourself. In fact, exercising your creativity and intuition may really help you professionally. I feel there is a step up in the cards for you, and that creative balance is something others admire about you.

AQUARIUS - This eclipse could feel very close and personal to you, as it lands in your 11th house, which rules your sign, and aspects Saturn in your 1st house. Your identity, circle of friends, and home life are all up for a big boost with this chapter-closing lunation. This is due to a fairly big shift in a positive direction for your career. Stability and self confidence will be continuing to improve. The professional growth is likely to introduce you to new people, and you may find yourself with new friends for the first time in a long while.

PISCES - There’s a significant shift happening for you professionally. This new moon/solar eclipse closes a chapter that has been opened for most of this year. Publishing is emphasized thanks to the moon aspecting Uranus in your 3rd house. You would be wise to work “alone”, in the quiet, or just not share your projects with anyone outside your tight inner circle. Secret projects are favored over projects with many hands. Your work may also bring balance to you personally. As you write or plan, you could unlock some things that have been stuck for you.

Sunday, November 21, 2021

Welcome to Sagittarius Season - BitchScopes for November 22-29

Hey bitch, heyyyyy. How was that Taurus Full Moon/Lunar Eclipse for you? Hmpf. It was pretty rough over here. Even as early as Sunday the 14th, I was cranky, emotional, exhausted, burned out and just generally grumpy. As seems to be the pattern now, I got a migraine a couple days before the Full Moon. The day of the eclipse was a shit show for our family, for several unrelated reasons. We really got side swiped and that “Surprise!” Uranus crap did its job. But by Friday we were motivated and back to kicking ass. The crazy thing about the migraine is that none of my regular meds (even my prescription migraine meds) or “cures” helped, but I swear on my hair, as soon as the moon moved into Gemini (early morning), and out of the eclipse zone, it went away.

Hold on, I gotta Google something…

(hold music)

Yeah, so...Taurus is in my 12th house and sho nuff, it is sometimes related to headaches, as are eclipses. So interesting. And annoying.

Aaaanyway, this week is better than last week. But like any week as a human on this stupid rotating rock, there are some speed bumps to be aware of. There is a lot of energy related to work, passion projects, and mental focus. There is an equal amount of energy related to family, mostly in opposition to the aforementioned work stuff. So there is a strong push-pull vibe. You may feel very driven and motivated, but your family may be really tugging on your sleeve.

There’s another oppositional vibe this week and it is between the past and the future. Ring Ring...Your Past is calling. Bitch, send it to voicemail. Here’s the thing...the person you used to be is not quite the same as the person you are now. You are still you, but you are not getting into your metaphorical high school jeans..sorry not sorry. (That is a ridiculous standard to hold ourselves to anyway!) However some people from the past may be trying to cram you into the box labeled “former you”. I’m not saying you need to hang up on people literally, or avoid answering your phone. However, not answering your phone from old numbers and old flames and people who don’t really know who you are now... feels like a good idea to me. Focus on your future goals (without neglecting your family). You need to (must?) learn from your past self, but you can’t zip that version of the you-suit up anymore. It will chafe your thighs and your soul.

Finally, as we enter Sagittarius, truth becomes a real quest. You will see this play out in the news, and you may feel it very personally as well. As we come out of the deep water of Scorpio, we may initially feel a bit crabby or shocked by the bright light of Jupiter’s energy. But we will settle in after Thanksgiving. I think it’s amusing that American Thanksgiving falls under Sagittarius. You know...all those warm, fuzzy family discussions over dinner...the calling out of bullshit because Grandma can’t not talk about Trump...the desire to put benadryl in everyone’s pie to escape all the “truth” and philosophizing over turkey. I think It’s a funny programming detail of the Matrix.

Eyes on the road, not in the rear view. Take a look at how you value yourself, because next month that is going to be a big theme. Happy Thanksgiving to those who celebrate it. Happy Sagittarius season to all.  To honor the philosopher and poet of the zodiac, this week I’m channeling scopes a little differently. With a concentration on the North and South Nodes (currently Gemini and Sagittarius) in the chart of your rising sign, I am using some verses from Kahlil Gibran, and tarot to arrive at a message for each sign. The Gibran verses are from a diary that belonged to my Grandmother, Lillie. This diary happens to be for 1973, the year I was born. I can barely read her handwriting, but I treasure these diaries of hers. She writes about what time she got up, and just the basic happenings of each day. Across from each entry is a Gibran verse. I’m using tarot to provide action for the themes.  I really love how these turned out. Enjoy. 

11/22
Sun enters Sagittarius - We are energetic, optimistic, hungry for knowledge, and focused on truth.

11/23
Sun conjunct South Node - dejavu, recollections of the past, “karma”
Sun Opposite North Node - your personal strengths are highlighted

11/24
Mercury enters Sagittarius - brutal honesty, whistleblowing
Mercury conjunct South Node - messages/truths from the past

11/25
Mercury opposite North Node - strategizing toward your goals

11/26
Saturn Sextile Chiron - self discipline
Venus sextile Mars - romance and socializing
Ceres opposite Vesta - family vs work

11/27
Sun opposite Ceres - ego vs family
Mercury opposite Ceres - thoughts and ideas out of sync with your family

11/28
Sun conjunct Mercury - sharp thinking,mental alertness
Sun conjunct Vesta - enthusiasm for work/goals
Ceres quincunx Juno - emotional needs in relationship are out of whack
Mercury conjunct Vesta - strong vibes for work or passion project

11/29
Mars trine Neptune - sensual and creative
Mercury sextile Saturn - clear thinking, good judgement



ARIES - The nodes are on your 3rd and 9th axis, emphasizing communication and learning. I just opened to this from Grandma’s Gibran journal (too perfect): “Knowledge and Beauty - I now want to know all the things under the sun, and the moon, too. For all things are beautiful in themselves, and become more beautiful when known to man. Knowledge is life with wings”. The Knight of Pentacles pops up, indicating a conservative and wise approach to things, particularly financial planning. Do your homework about investments. Move through life with precision rather than your usual charge ahead tendency. Slow down and enjoy life’s wonders, and plan your future to incorporate more beauty into your life.

TAURUS - The nodes are on your 2nd and 8th axis, emphasizing money matters and things you value. Gibran says: “Other Seas - A fish said to another fish, ‘Above this sea of ours there is another sea, with creatures swimming in it - and they live there even as we live here.’ The fish replied, ‘Pure fancy! Pure fancy! When you know that everything that leaves our sea by even an inch and stays out of it, dies. What proof have you of other lives in other seas?” The 9 of Swords pops up, indicating anxiety and fear, as well as over thinking. Maybe you don’t need proof of something to believe in it. Just because your mind can’t figure it out doesn’t make something not true. Trust that unseen forces will help all the financial ducks line up the way they need to for your highest good.

GEMINI - The nodes are in your 1st and 7th houses, emphasizing self and others, self identity and identity as mirrored in relationships. Gibran: “The New Pleasure - Last night I invented a new pleasure, and as I was giving it the first real trial and angel and a devil came rushing toward my house. They met at my door and fought with each others over my newly created pleasure; the one crying ‘It is a sin!” - the other, “It is a virtue!” Interesting that Gibran does not say who said what. The 2 of wands is about new projects and long term plans. This card is also about balance; in this case, balance between self and other, as well as balance of pleasure.

CANCER - the nodes are in your 12th and 6th houses of service, work, and spirituality. Grandma’s Gibran journal: “Crime and Punishment - The one of the judges of the city stood forth and said, ‘Speak to us of Crime and Punishment.’ And he answered, saying: ‘It is when your spirit goes wandering upon the wind, that you , alone and unguarded, commit a wrong unto others and therefore unto yourself. And for that wrong committed must you knock and wait a while unheeded at the gate of the blessed.” This verse is tricky but when you read the paragraphs after this one it becomes more clear, and it is perfect for the 6th and 12th houses. He’s talking about the essence of God within each of us, and how we are all connected and equal. One man’s crime belongs to all of us. And the Hierophant card...wow. This is about teaching and tradition, community and religion. Spend some time in the energy of the collective, both in your physical body, and in your soul.

LEO - The nodes are in your 11th and 5th houses of friends, hopes and dreams, and fun, pleasure and romance. Your Gibran verse: “Form and Content - What a man wants to say determines how he says it. If he has a vision of life, he is always putting that vision before us - in different forms. We unconsciously contradict ourselves when we say we like a man’s style and not his ideas. Style and ideas are one.” This one is fascinating to me. Our form is a reflection of our content. In your case, your hope and dreams are projected onto your life in a way that determines how you see life and how others see you. Your friends are a reflection of you, as are your children. The page of cups speaks to inspiration and creativity (hello, 5th house!) Listen to your intuition and your sleep dreams! (so cool!)

VIRGO - The nodes are in your 10th and 4th houses, emphasizing your public life (work) and your private life (home and family). Gibran - “Place is All-Important - Said a gracious wolf to a simple sheep, ‘ Will you not honor our house with a visit?’ And the sheep answered, ‘We would have been honored to visit your house if it were not in your stomach.” Be aware of the invitations you receive, both professionally and personally. The Empress card is the ultimate motherly, feminine archetype. Protect your own sheep, and listen to your intuition about offers that seem too good to be true.

LIBRA - The nodes are in your 9th and 3rd houses of learning and communication. Grandma’s Gibran journal opened to this for you: “The Abode of Happiness - Then my heart spoke to the daughter of Love and said ‘Where is contentment, O Love? I had heard that it shared with you this dwelling.’ And she answered: ‘Contentment is away preaching in the city, where is corruption and greed; we are not in need of it in this place." Where there is real love, there is contentment, even in difficult times. This reminds me of Jesus, who hung out with “sinners” and “whores” etc. He didn’t hang out with the Pharisees and Priests, he hung out with those who needed Him most. The Lovers card - it obviously speaks to strong union, but also to balance, and mutual protection, mutual admiration. Expression of love is especially important when contentment is “not at home”. Love is a choice and an action, not just an automatic emotion.

SCORPIO - The nodes are in your 8th and 2nd houses of monies, as well as value, and taboo. Gibran: “Values - Once a man unearthed in his field a marble statue of great beauty. And he took it to a collector who loved all beautiful things and offered it to him for sale, and the collector bought it for a large price. And they parted. And as the man walked home with his money he thought, and he said to himself, ‘how much life this money means! How can anyone give all this for a dead carved stone buried and undreamed of in the earth for a thousand years?’ and now the collector was looking at his statue, and he was thinking and he said to himself, ‘What beauty! What life! The dream of what a soul! - and fresh with the sweet sleep of a thousand years. How can anyone give all thai for money, dead and dreamless?’” This is the ultimate “one man’s trash is another man’s treasure” tale. The 6 of Wands is about accomplishments. Recognition, a raise, or a promotion, are headed your way. Or it may be something seemingly small and simple like your name on a door or some new colored pens. Whatever...It may be something that others would find meaningless but what’s important is that you are proud of your accomplishments. Who cares if others don’t get what the big deal is!

SAGITTARIUS - The nodes are in your 7th and 1st houses of relationship with others and identity of self. Gibran to you: “A Question of Viewpoint - A woman protested, saying, “Of course it was a righteous war. My son feel in it”. This is so perfect for Sagittarius, being ever the philosopher. Your viewpoint determines how you see and experience the world, and that is true of each individual. Your viewpoint determines how you see others and how you value them as well. You could love the same person in 2 very different times of your life and have a very different experience with them because how you experience yourself has changed! The Ace of Swords asks for total objectivity and truth, logic over feelings. But I’ll leave you with this: Don’t your feelings and beliefs color your logic? And isn’t that OK?

CAPRICORN - The nodes are in your 6th and 12th houses of work, body, habits and daily grind, and secrets, spirituality and shadows. I love this Gibran for you: “The Fulfillment of Creation - Always you have been told that work is a curse and labor a misfortune. But I say to you that when you work, you fulfill a part of earth’s furthest dream, assigned to you when that dream was born, and in keeping yourself with labor, you are in truth loving life, and to love life through labor is to be intimate with life’s inmost secret”. I mean, DAMN, Gibran is on point! That is so perfect for the workaholic Capricorn. The Knight of Wands is about enthusiasm and passion and “gettin after it”. Others may not understand it (a Virgo would), but you truly may find spiritual fulfillment in work, particularly when you are in service to others. Sacrifice unlocks your karmic secrets and sets you free.

AQUARIUS - The nodes are in your 5th and 11th houses of fun, play, creativity, children, and friends, hopes and dreams. I cannot even believe how spot on Gibran is with these random verses! For you: “Charity - It is well to give when asked, but it is better to give unasked, through understanding; And to the open-handed the search for one who shall receive is joy greater than giving. And is there aught you would withhold? All you have shall someday be given.” I’m just blown away with how Aquarian that is! Humanitarian of the zodiac, you understand this better than almost anyone.The King of Swords is an authority figure, a community leader, and an ally. That is you. A giving project with your kids and friends for the holidays might fill your cup nicely!


PISCES - The nodes are in your 4th and 10th houses of family and work. Gibran for you: “Companionship - Give your hearts, but not into each others’s keeping. For only the hand of Life can contain your hearts. And stand together yet not too near together; For the pillars of teh temple stand apart; and the oak tree and the cypress grow not in each other’s shadow.” I love this one. I could be wrong but I think this is one of Gibran’s most famous love poems. And wow, so perfect for Pisces! It speaks to the partnership of lovers... Independent but together. This can be a little bit challenging for a Pisces, who tends to merge into its partners. The Ace of Cups is about new beginnings, new relationships, or a deepening of love after a lot of work. Remember who you are as an individual, because that is who your partner loves, and help your partner remember who they are as well. A renewal is imminent.


Sunday, November 14, 2021

Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Taurus - BitchScopes for November 15-22


I feel like there's a lot of shadow energy afoot this week. Your dark side needs some air. Your wounds need healing.  You may find you feel pissy, resentful about how you've been wronged in the past.  You of course have to ya know...not go to jail. But give your feelings a voice.  Better yet, let that shit go under the Full Taurus Moon with a nice fire ceremony. 

The big news is of course. the partial Lunar eclipse in Taurus. This eclipse starts a new cycle of eclipses in Taurus and Scorpio. This is a super juiced Full Moon, and as such is a time of deep releases and revelations about self worth. Our physical bodies are emphasized, as is our need for security. This full moon aspects Jupiter and Venus, really doubling down on the concept of what we feel we are worth. Things that are not in alignment with that will be shown the door. We need to be light on our feet, as Uranus is also active during this eclipse. All eclipses are realignments and course corrections. Uranus makes that a bit more unpredictable than a regular eclipse, which in my opinion are already unpredictable.

Whatever comes about is good for you, even though it may feel annoying at best, and painful at worst. It's nothing to freak out about. I get really annoyed with the doom and gloom of some astrologers. We aren’t cavemen. No need to curl up in the fetal position and quake. Just try to stay present and aware. Do your grounding exercises several times a day. Move slowly and deliberately. Drive carefully. Wear clean underwear (? I just felt like I was rattling off a lot of momish advice so I threw that in). You know what though, don’t wear underwear. See what happens. Trust the process, even if it seems weird this week.


Nov 15
Sun square Jupiter - confident, proud...tendency to go overboard. Moderation recommended
Sun quincunx Eris - suppression of discord. Feeling your point of view is stiffled
Venus square Chiron - your emotional needs may be overlooked by your partner
Venus sextile Pallas - good teamwork and mutual support

Nov 16
Sun sextile Pluto - desire for power and success
Sun quincunx Eris - overcoming past repression

Nov 17
Mars opposite Uranus - outbursts of anger are possible; impulsiveness
Venus enters the Shadow - watch how your relationships and self worth feel and behave

Nov 18
Mercury trine Neptune - creativity and imagination
Jupiter sextile Eris - go ahead and show your dark side, it benefits you at this time
Venus trine Uranus - urge to try new things

Nov 19
Full Moon/ Partial Lunar Eclipse  at12:57 am PST  27° Taurus - Deep releases; examinations of self worth, relationships, and personal growth.
Vesta opposite North Node - determination about meeting your purpose
Juno quincunx North Node - partner’s needs may overshadow your professional goals temporarily
Mars quincunx Lilith - your desires and ambitions may be repressed, or feel stifled

Nov 20
Mercury square Jupiter - positive mindset; long term planning
Mercury quincunx Eris - hard to express your deep and more difficult feelings and opinions. Communication can be less direct, but deeper

Nov 21
Sun enters Sagittarius - we are more truthful, bold, adventurous
Mercury sextile Pluto - deep thinking and conversations



ARIES - Keep an eye on your checkbook and bank account. If possible, try to look at your automatic withdrawals and bill pays so there are no major surprises. You are just about ready for a change and you might have a pretty low threshold for bullshit. Particularly if you have made your desires known, or given directions to someone, and it was pretty much disregarded. As much as you’d like to grab hold of this and fling it around like a pit bull with a toy, let it go and let the Universe handle it. .

TAURUS - This is a biggun for you. You have gone through a significant growth process and will continue to. The relationships in your life (not just romantic) have been a big part of this development. Expectations of you may be high, but not nearly as high as the ones you hold for yourself. Ease up on yourself a bit. Good things are coming! A new era is trying to form, and that is as complicated as it sounds. Just have faith.

GEMINI - You may be Princess-and-the-Pea’ing this week, feeling irritated AF by some very small issues. Your mind will want to fixate on fixing it or finding it or otherwise solving it. But the fact is, it is probably fine as it is and the world will keep turning if you let this issue go. You may be frustrated with lack of movement in your career (or maybe relationship). If so, turn to a trusted old hobby or outlet that has made you feel like yourself in the past.

CANCER - Find an outlet and do it ASAP.Your friend circles may be a bit dramatic or screwy, and the Full moon only emphasizes that. Seek out a disinterested 3rd party, unload your raw feelings, and then go do some guerilla kindnesses (you know, leave flowers on a porch, knock on the door and run, or write nice messages on the sidewalk or leave one on a car. ) What you need is a release... some really stupid fun...some laughing til you pee, ridiculous, childish/child-like good times.

LEO - You’re about to level up, professionally. But of course that means you will need to balance things with the home and fam. And it also means that there are bound to be some adjustments and changes to your projects/clients etc. There is a certain catharsis you can expect this week too. Maybe you feel safe enough to share something with someone that you haven’t in the past. The time is right, so just follow your gut.

VIRGO - If there is something you have put off doing, do it. This eclipse will shake things up for your 9th house, indicating travel, education, adventure, and philosophy. In regard to the latter, you may have to agree to disagree with a difficult person or client this week. It isn’t going to be easily resolved until later. So try to keep your cool and find a release in some kind of adventure.

LIBRA - Finances continue to be a theme. Or maybe it is not actually cash money, but the value you place on something, or how you feel valued. A revelation is likely this week regarding something you’ve been stressed about. You are aligned. Trust your gut to lead you in the right direction. If you feel like what’s in front of you doesn’t reflect your worth, let it go.

SCORPIO - While your heart may seek a deep connection this week, you may be cornered in a relationship that doesn’t fit the bill. This may be professional, but it is very likely temporary and exists to shake up your brain a bit. If a big change comes to mind as a result of this, guess what...its right on time. Your creative side will lead the way.

SAGITTARIUS - You may be caught between a desire to be alone and a desire to grow a certain relationship that has been difficult to nail down. A secret or other hidden information may come to light this week, offering an opportunity to make progress on that same difficult relationship or issue. Spend some time thinking about your purpose in the world. Hint: its something that makes you feel excited, interested, and fulfilled and you’re already good at it.

CAPRICORN - It may be irritating to hear this but the hardships you’ve been through recently are creating fertile ground for a new start. This eclipse falls in your house of fun and romance, so you might be able to spice up your life a bit, and it is likely to have some staying power. A realization and conversation may happen out of the blue this week, offering some progress and maybe relief on a difficult issue within your family. Remember...fertilizer.

AQUARIUS - Family drama may be afoot. There is healing and growth behind this issue though, so try to trust the process. Your work life may pull on your home life as well, upsetting a schedule you’re trying to establish. Good fences make good neighbors, and good boundaries make good clients. Your creative energy is high right now, so you are likely to be very productive. This Full Moon can help you kick off a new professional era.

PISCES - Pay attention to who crosses your path this week. You are likely to meet someone interesting, particularly if you are traveling. This moon may stir up your mental energy quite a bit too, so write things down. New opportunities may arise out of seemingly no where, and they may not be your dream role, but its pretty damn good all the same. Trust the process.


Sunday, November 7, 2021

"All the world's a stage" - BitchScopes for Nov 8th - 15th



There’s quite a lot going on this week in terms of transits. So to get the big picture I brainstormed some key words to sort of tell a story.

Compassion, disappointment, aggressive, alone, frustrated, family is needy, overwhelmed, desire to be understood, overprotective, confident, overcompensating, triggered, anxious, awkward, ignored, proud, supported.

You can see how this week almost plays out like a theater production in 5 acts and comes full circle: introduction/exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, dénouement/resolution. The energy sort of peaks around Wednesday and Thursday and then starts to settle down a bit.  I would say that the resolution this week lies in “Saturn trine Ceres” on the 14th and “Venus sextile Pallas” on the 15th.

Mercury is very active this week, so communication is emphasized. Be very conscious of your words, and that you understand other people’s words. Ceres makes 6 transits this week, emphasizing care for others. There are 7 quincunxes this week, suggesting that we will need to adjust to find common ground in various situations. Mars makes several appearances too, which means we might feel frustrated or put-upon based on how situations or others may squelch our actions. And Chiron shows up more than usual as well...so whatever is happening is about healing. I feel this healing is around some kind of anger from the past. So there is a lot to try to be aware of. Try to be slow and deliberate with your words and actions. Stay grounded and tuned in. Avoid distractions when you are interacting and communicating with others.

Good luck out there, Bitches. You’ve got this! Go Team!


Nov 8
Chiron sextile Ceres - compassion/sympathy for the healing journeys of others

Nov 9
Ceres square Pallas - you may be inspired and on fire for something, and bothered that your tribe does not get equally fired up

Nov 10
Mercury conjunct Mars - focus, drive, strong intellect; possibly aggressive words
Mercury square Saturn - hard work, done alone, is favored. Miscommunications possible
Mars square Saturn - frustration


Nov 11
Mercury quincunx Ceres - complicated family commitments; family feeling left out of your schedule
Mercury quincunx Chiron - feeling overwhelmed, but having a hard time sharing
Mercury trine Pallas - thoughts and ideas jive with new and helpful people
Mars quincunx Ceres - over protective of loved ones; too aggressive with your caring

Nov 12
Sun trine Neptune - compassionate and sensitive
Mars trine Pallas - confident and fearless
Mars quincunx Chiron - events or memories may trigger feelings of anger

Nov 13
Mercury opposite Uranus - hectic and scattered thoughts; nervousness; anxiety; foot in mouth
Mercury quincunx Lilith - feeling awkward about communicating your ideas
Venus quincunx Ceres - your personal needs may be obscured by all your other obligations

Nov 14
Saturn trine Ceres - realistic thinking and good judgement will support your mission or goal; cooperation from authority figures is helpful

Nov 15
Sun square Jupiter - confident, proud...tendency to go overboard. Moderation recommended
Sun quincunx Eris - suppression of discord. Feeling your point of view is stiffled
Venus square Chiron - your emotional needs may be overlooked by your partner
Venus sextile Pallas - good teamwork and mutual support


ARIES - This is your reminder that the personal successes on which you stand today are built on the failures of the past. Failure IS an option, and moreover, is sometimes required for us to get the hint that we need to adjust our course. Your instincts and intuition will not let you down. The problem lies only in your ability to discern your intuition from the other noise. It’s not always easy. But here’s your hint: if it feels like contraction, pass it by. If it feels like expansion, say yes!

TAURUS - “Not all fields will yield fruit”. Take a look at the partnerships (likely business, possibly friendship, less likely romantic) that you have invested a lot of time and energy in and be honest with yourself about whether it is reciprocal and mutual. You are generous to a fault, and you know that. You may be stuck between 2 people and forced to take a side. Don’t. You don’t have all the information, and this situation doesn’t benefit you. You would do better to shift your focus to a tree that bares fruit, even if it is hard to walk away from something you’ve been so invested in.

GEMINI - This is your “get out of jail free” card. If you have been in a competitive or divisive or generally ugly situation, you can let yourself off the hook. Staying in this situation will do nothing for you. It may take a little time, and you may get frustrated trying to extricate yourself, but do it. Regain control. Push forward. Move. (And in case this might apply...wait to take the trip.)

CANCER - Ok bitch, listen. Pump your brakes. Stop right where you are and reassess. There are some opportunities that you are about to miss because you’re on auto pilot, or you’ve followed an opportunity and leaped before you looked. Whatever the case, staying the current course will result in a brick wall of sorts. You may need a figurative tow truck, and that’s ok. But it won’t show up unless you call them. In other words, life helps those who help themselves.

LEO - Something is out of whack, out of balance...but you already know that. The good news is that you are about to break free of something that has held you back or held you down, and that’s a great thing! Restoring equilibrium to this situation will take a little time. But you will know when you are on target when you start to feel excited, enthusiastic, exuberant, about the direction you’re heading. This is just a course correction...don’t sweat it, don’t resist it, don’t try to steer it.

VIRGO - It looks like something will be revealed to you soon that will upset the apple cart quite a bit (this feels professional to me, but also like maybe you let your feelings blind you…?) You can work in extremes at times, either very trusting or very cynical. In this situation you may have been a bit naive and placed faith in someone who has well...screwed up pretty significantly. OR, maybe someone trusted you and you are about to get busted? I don’t love that for you at all. But this will set the stage for a fresh new start.

LIBRA - There definitely appears to be something financial or of the physical plane that is causing concern right now. Maybe you feel held back, or like there are endless delays before you get whatever this thing or situation is (travel may be involved). You are blinding yourself from the truth in some way. You’ve either told yourself some bullshit story about how you’ve failed, bought in to some limiting beliefs, or have held some beliefs around entitlement. Zoom out and see the bigger picture. You actually have everything you need already.

SCORPIO - There seems to be a lot happening and converging all at once. This is your reminder that endings are also beginnings. Someone has disappointed you, but if you’re honest with yourself, you may have had unrealistic expectations of them or the situation. You will need to make a decision, but you need to make this a clean translation. Don’t be rushed, or swayed, or manipulated. Likewise, don’t attempt to manipulate a person or situation just so you can maintain the status quo. This ending is actually very positive. Trust the process.

SAGITTARIUS - It is time to put aside some of your more child-like and maybe even childish behaviors and expectations of life. If you feel stuck and depressed, you may be in a prison of your own making (which isn’t to say that your depression is something you should suffer with. Reach out!). You will need to make some decision about what you want your life to be and move in that direction. This may begin as what feels like a drastic change, and possibly the loss of some relationships, but it will all lead to success and independence in the long run.

CAPRICORN - Artistic endeavors are highly favored for you, as is...wait for it...are you sitting down? Rebellion. Secretly you love that shit. On the surface you appear to be a person who really values traditions, but you also love to shake things up! Create something new, and don’t be afraid to think outside the box...and I don’t mean the boxes on your graph paper.

AQUARIUS - Are you being too bossy in your personal relationships? You may need to let go of some control and give your partner equal access to information, resources and decision making. On the flip side of things, the inequity may be in your partner's favor. it is possible that things are out of balance because your partner needs to step up a bit more. Be a bit more conservative with your finances until things are balanced, regardless of what the cause is of the imbalance.

PISCES - There is some strong, maybe even overbearing feminine (which may be male, but of an artistic and creative vibe. It might also be a company or business entity) energy around you which appears to be throwing a wrench in your progress. You might be better off putting a little distance in between you, or going your own way (particularly if this relates to business).The competitive and adversarial nature of this relationship is going to drain you in the long run. So either reinforce your boundaries, or see if you can navigate away from this energy.