Waiting in the Wings - BitchScopes for 11/28-12/4

Hey glittery souls! (I know you all know I love glitter. But I saw a poster this week that said “cat hair is my glitter” and I obviously had to get it. My soul is surely at least partially made of cat hair!) I simply cannot believe that we are entering the last month of the year! It seems like I just flipped my calendar over to October! June through September are just hot and super annoying where I live, and those months drag on endlessly. I seriously get seasonal affective disorder in the summer the way snowbound and PNW people get it in the winter. So I wish this time of year went a bit slower, but no one is taking my requests so…here we are.

December doesn’t have any hold-on-to-your-ass transits. We do have a mercury retrograde at the end of the month, but I hope we are all mostly at the point of feeling like that is just like an inconvenience…like starting your period while you’re on your Hawaiian vacation. Sometimes things get undone, but intellectually we know these are course corrections and will ultimately benefit us. It’ll be fine. Otherwise, in December there are some cool sign change-overs and direction motions happening. The Capricorn energy will come later in the month. But we get a warm up this week…

In addition to Neptune dropping in to confuse things, Saturn makes an appearance before the Sun

moves into his sign this month. This is like when a performer shows up in the wings backstage before they make their grand entrance. If you’ve ever watched any stand up comedy on Netflix, you have seen the comedians kinda wiggling around and getting hyped before they go out. That’s how I’m seeing Saturn this week. Is Saturn a comedian? Um, I would say indirectly…yes, sometimes. Capricorns can be some of the funniest people around. I think some people deal with darkness and heaviness with humor. They are able to transmute human weirdness and wickedness and depression into memes and jokes and brilliant observations. Many famous comedians have a Capricorn moon. Aaaanyway, herrrrrrrrrrrresssss Saturnnnnnnn!!

Monday Mars trine Saturn say work hard, be responsible, and Saturn will gift us something…though Saturn’s gifts don’t show up immediately, which is why I think he gets a bad rap. Also his affiliation with Kronos, who ate his children so they would not usurp his power. Saturn needs a good PR person to straighten this out. Kronos should specifically be about politics and government. Look at me inventing shit like an Aquarius…anyway…

Tuesday Mercury opposes Mars and sextiles Saturn, so there’s a competitive energy in the air, but we will have access to good judgement and communication. I inserted the word “access” because I have a hard time seeing all people as having good judgement or communication. We all have our charts which give us gifts and challenges. Why am I so Aquarian today as I write this?!?

Wednesday Venus opposes Mars, which creates tension and passion. Passion must be harnessed properly or it becomes angry, so be aware of your reactions to things.

Thursday is a crap shoot. Venus sextiles Saturn, encouraging commitment and serious long-term commitments, but Neptune shows up and squares Mercury, making everything confusing.

Friday is almost a no pants day. But Mercury does trine Eris, which can give a rebellious attitude. But its Friday, so come 5 oclock, bitch it up however you like. You will find your cats will be supportive of anything you say.

The weekend is chock full of reasons to not look at your dating profile for a few days and maybe don’t go on any first dates. Neptune goes direct and squares Venus. Dishonesty and confusion abound. It will take Neptune some time to reach full speed ahead, but when he does, we will be taking off our rose colored glasses that we may have been wearing since the end of June. Hmmm, maybe some good will happen with abortion rights during the direct motion, because Roe was overturned on June 24th, so it got rolled up into Neptune’s la-la land. Neptune rules reproductive organs in astrology, and that initial supreme court leak happened during the Mercury shadow. Mercury had just entered Gemini for that shadow period leading into the retrograde, and Gemini tends to portend things happening twice or having to do something over. So revisions seem inevitable. Mercury will retrograde again this December in Capricorn, sign of Government… so….

Also during the weekend, the Sun makes a quincunx with the North Node and trines Chiron, indicating some healing of your individual self or your process of individuating from something or someone else.

Ok here’s your individual scopes for the week, ladies and gents …


ARIES - Saturn will be activating some energy in your 11th house of hopes and dreams, and the Sun and Mercury provide great energy to that from the 9th house of optimism and expansion. With Neptune going direct, energy and information you gained, probably subconsciously, during its retrograde can become reality. Mars in Gemini gives you the mental and intellectual power needed to get the practical facts in hand. All of this points to an over all week that is great for making your damn dreams come true! You’ve got all the facets covered: commitment, belief, practicality, smarts and opportunity. So even if you aren’t working on birthing anything specifically, I would highly recommend you do some manifesting around your long term dreams!


TAURUS - You’ve got Saturn activating your career house and the Sun and Mercury giving great energy around financing something. With Neptune going direct in your 11th house, the right people are going to show up soon to help you make whatever this is happen. Mars in Gemini is giving you the intellectual power to make that money, baby. All things seem to point to career success. Think about what you were manifesting (consciously or unconsciously) during last week’s new moon, because whatever that was is gaining traction under this week’s energy! You have permission to be excited.


GEMINI - Saturn has activated your 9th house of travel and expansion. This house also governs legal matters. It can be a weird place for Saturn, who is very serious, because the ruler of the 9th, Sagittarius, is jolly and optimistic and fun. Maybe you are visiting someone or someone is coming a long distance to see you. Your 7th house of partnerships is getting strong juju from the Sun and Mercury. So if there’s a long distance romance happening, it looks good from here. Neptune stationing direct will give a boost to your career, and Mars in your sign is giving you a personal pep talk and energetic power-up.


CANCER - Your unconscious mind is going to deliver some useful information to your conscious mind over the next few weeks. This isn’t even something you will probably register, because it will just occur to you as an idea or a memory or something that seems mundane. But it will be coming from someplace deep and mystical. This will probably nudge you to make some kind of changes in the way you work. Your work life has been on the radar for months. This is the 6th house, so it is about how you work, what your environment is like, and your routines. This could also pertain to a health matter because the 6th also rules that. So when you feel inspired to do something related to your health habits, follow that.


LEO - Well, this week sounds like same song that I’ve been singing to you for awhile. Somethin’ spicy is happening in your love life! Saturn is activating your 7th house of partnerships, the Sun is beaming into your 5th house of romance, and Pisces will be doing direct in your 8th house of intimacy. If you are single…Idanno. You might wanna shave your legs. Not right now. You can be hairy and relaxed for a bit. But when Mars goes direct in January, and then moves into other signs, a friendship could turn into something more! Alternately, I feel that intuitively this could be something related to your kid or a creative project, and some money received (like a grant or something).


VIRGO - Your career seems to be on a strong path, and that will continue. You may even get some acknowledgment this week from higher-ups or the public. There appears to be some home projects on the menu as well - you’re probably preparing your home for the holidays, and it looks like you might be hosting. Plan your menu ahead as well, which you’ve probably already had the nudge to do since Saturn has activated your 6th house. Because Saturn is in your home base 6th house, going the traditional route is perhaps your best bet for holiday everything.


LIBRA - Romance looks good for you this week, and may include some short distance travel. But Mars in Gemini is in your 9th house, drumming up ideas and desires for your next big vacation. This travel itch will be around for awhile. Truthfully, you could scratch it anytime, but when Mars goes direct in January, you might find better deals and opportunities. As Neptune moves direct in your 6th house, answers to health issues could finally be provided. That info likely won’t show up immediately or this week, but be on the lookout over the next several weeks, and maybe schedule tests in the new year.


SCORPIO - The view from here looks like you snuggled up at home with your family. If you have kids, they may be showing back up, as Neptune goes direct in your 5th house. That makes sense since kids will be soon returning home for school breaks. Because Mars is retrograde in your 8th house, be careful of going “apeshit” (as my mom says) with credit card debt when you shop for Christmas. The Sun is giving good juju to your house of income, so set a budget for yourself.


SAGITTARIUS - Well it is your birthday season, so of course the Sun is in your 1st house, giving you the spotlight. Saturn has activated your 3rd house of short distance travel and communication, so maybe some short trips for your birthday are on the docket. Your home and relationship houses have both had retrograde action for awhile. Neptune is going direct in your 4th house, so if you’ve had plumbing issues, you have a good chance of getting that fixed now. (Its hard to find good help!). Mars has been retrograde in your 7th house, so if, on the off chance your sex life has been lackluster, that will change in January. Until then enjoy the mental stimulation, which is a pretty big deal for you as well.


CAPRICORN - The pre-birthday blues might be taking hold of you as the Sun and Mercury are transiting your 12th house. But little by little, the energies are going to tickle you out of your gloom. Neptune will be going direct in your 3rd house, so communication in general could improve, and if you have siblings, communication there can see a boost over the next few weeks too. Mars is retrograde in your 6th house, so your health or energy levels may be meh, but that will improve either around or shortly after your birthday. But the fun news (for a Cap) is that Saturn, your ruler, is activating your 2nd house of income this week. Money is sexy when you’re a Cap, so enjoy it.


AQUARIUS - With Saturn in your sign and your 1st house of self, things you’ve been working on (the things that are really a part of who you are, like your branding) are taking shape. The Sun is currently in your 11th house (which is your home base) of hope and dreams and the people who help you achieve them. Neptune has been retrograding in your 2nd house, making budgeting difficult maybe due to fluctuating income or something like that. That will be improving with Neptune direct so you can have a much clearer picture of what you’re dealing with. Mars in Gemini, though retrograde, is tickling your 5th house due to some transits right now. Enjoy time with your lover, your kids, or your paintbrush…whatever applies.


PISCES - Your watery realm is highlighted more than usual this week. Saturn is in your 12th house (your home base), bringing structure and solidity to the feelings and dreams and mystical aspects of your life. And this week, your ruling planet, Neptune, goes direct in your 1st house of self. Things will start to crystalize into, dare I say…a plan…over the coming weeks. Don’t stress if your family or home life is feeling off with Mars retrograding there. It will feel more secure in January. It is Ok to focus on yourself and your career for the time being. The Sun is beaming into your 10th house of career and public life right now, so you should be feeling the love in this area of your life.

 PLANETS THIS WEEK

SUN - Sagittarius
MERCURY - Sagittarius
VENUS - Sagittarius  

MARS - Gemini (Rx)
JUPITER -  Pisces (recently direct)
SATURN - Aquarius 
URANUS - Taurus (Rx)
NEPTUNE - Pisces (Rx)
PLUTO - Capricorn 
CHIRON - Aries (Rx)
CHARIKLO - Aquarius
CHAOS - Cancer
N. NODE - Taurus
CERES - Virgo
PALLAS - Cancer
JUNO - Pisces 
VESTA - Pisces
LILITH - Cancer
ERIS - Aries (Rx)
SIRIUS- Cancer (fixed)


TRANSITS THIS WEEK

Monday 28 November

Venus quincunx Uranus
Mars trine Saturn

Tuesday 29 November 
Mercury opposite Mars
Mercury sextile Saturn 
Ceres quincunx Eris

Wednesday 30 November 
Pallas retrograde enters Cancer 
Venus opposite Mars 

Thursday 1 December
Mercury square Neptune 
Venus sextile Saturn 

Friday 2 December
Mercury trine Eris

Saturday 3 December
Neptune direct at 22 Pisces
Venus square Neptune 
Mercury quincunx Lilith
Sun trine Chiron
Sun quincunx North Node
Mercury square Ceres

Sunday 4 December
Mercury quincunx Pallas

Monday 5 December
Venus trine Eris

New Moon Gifts - Wear a Dress with Pockets - BitchScopes for November 21-28

Hey cats, kittens, bitches and badasses! This week I am thrilled to tell you that we get a nice, deep breath! Just in time for the holidays, we get a sweet new moon, free of fuckery and negative influence. No eclipse. No major bullshit. Just a good ol’ optimistic, manifesting magic new moon! Let’s go through the week.

Monday is a great day for socializing and brainstorming. Connections to others will bring some kind of information. We can make good financial plans under this aspect. This is a great day to tell someone how you feel or make something official in relationships.

Tuesday the Sun enters Sagittarius so in general things get an uplift. We will feel more optimistic, adventurous, hopeful, and connected. These ingresses usually take a little adjustment for us. Adding to that need for adjustment are some weird interactions with the asteroid Chaos. I would expect some hiccup of confusion or tension during the day. Chaos can also be harnessed for inspiration though, so the hiccup might bear fruit. (Wow, that’s a weird analogy/metaphor/visual).

Wednesday and Thursday, there’s a whole bunch of aspects around the new moon. Astrologers are all excited about this new moon because it is just plain good. It is good like a plain donut with coffee. A manifesting classic. A few hours before the new moon, Jupiter (the ruler of Sagittarius) at 28° Pisces trines the Moon at 29° - and you know how I feel about 29°! In this case, Scorpio, dumps some mystery prizes into the lunar recipe. Then just a few minutes after the the new moon is exact, Jupiter (Sagittarius’ ruler) stations direct (in Pisces). Its almost as if Jupiter says to the Moon “Make a wish”, and then shoots it forward as an arrow out of a bow when it goes direct. All of this will give us better access to our intuition and inspiration. All of this is optimistic, lucky, enthusiastic. We are geeking out about it. Then the Moon, happy as a bride at the reception, takes a spin with several planets (check out the transits list).

Sagittarius and Jupiter govern beliefs. This is a beautiful opportunity for a ritual under this breath of fresh air new moon. Write down what you want to manifest into reality in the next 3 months, 6 months, and 12 months. Think of your desires. Now expand them just to the point that they are uncomfortably good, where you start to resist the possibilities. Put a pin in that feeling and use it for your manifesting and intentions. (Perhaps make a copy of it so you can refer back to it.) Then burn your words in a small fire (outdoors of course! This is a disclaimer I have to make now that I am married to a fireman!). As the smoke rises up toward the sky, imagine your intentions being carried up and received by the Universe. Visualize how you will feel when these things come into being, and sit with those feelings. Then offer thanks, roast some marshmallows, put on some music and let Sagittarius have a moment on the dance floor.

Thursday is an interesting day for Mercury. There is a moment where we lose access to our thoughts, memories, ideas and information when Mercury is occulted (eclipsed) by the Moon. Mercury goes into the dark and scoops up some deep thoughts. When that switch gets flipped again, we can expect a sudden download of truth or information. Take time to process it accordingly.

Friday, Saturday and Sunday carry some of the Mercury information forward. Venus has some direct and indirect exchanges with Mercury which offer us healing to some part of our lives or ourselves and which puts us in touch with what we are meant to have or do or be. Intuitively, this feels mysterious and powerful, perhaps magical. I believe this is some kind of handoff from the Sagittarius new moon. I am not sure what it will look like, but I believe we will feel it.

This week’s Scopes are about what you might expect from this New Moon in Sagittarius. It has gifts. Wear a dress with pockets.

 

ARIES - This fabulous new moon will be scooping up goodness from the mysteries of your 9th house and Jupiter will be moving direct in your 12th house. Both houses refer to a kind of dream - the 9th is the beliefs and dreams you have for your life, and the 12th is your unconscious beliefs and sleep dreams. I would recommend a visualization meditation before you do your new moon intentions. Imagine some big super-hero kind of person, entity, animal, or energy. Picture them entering a dark cave and coming out with arms full of gifts of all sizes and values. What do they look like?


TAURUS - This fabulous new moon will be scooping up goodness from the mysteries of your 8th house and Jupiter will be moving direct in your 11th house. These 2 houses are both “other people’s stuff”. The 8th house is about other people’s money. The 11th house is friends, associations and visions for humanity’s future. A new moon in your 8th house can be a financial opportunity, renewed intimacy, or a chance to take back your power in some situations. Set some intentions around gifts, money, and opportunities, as well as feeling safe and having good friends.


GEMINI - This fabulous new moon will be scooping up goodness from the mysteries of your 7th house and Jupiter will be moving direct in your 10th house. You have a glorious opportunity to manifest new romantic partners, friendships, business partners, roommates, or other contracts or commitments. Jupiter in your 10th house will sprinkle some serious luck on your professional life or public image. Visualize what it feels like to be in a mutually supportive relationship (of any kind). Visualize a partnership that benefits both people, financially and emotionally. Visualize more balance or equality in your life, in whatever area that is needed.


CANCER - This fabulous new moon will be scooping up goodness from the mysteries of your 6th house and Jupiter will be moving direct in your 9th house. What does your ideal day or routine or lifestyle look like? What is perfect health to you? What does your ideal job environment look like? Set your intentions for manifesting there, and get ready for a chunk of information or truth after this new moon, regarding what your next steps are to claim these gifts. The 9th house is Jupiter’s domicile, and as such, he’s at full strength there. What are your beliefs about life, yourself, God? What beliefs have you outgrown, moved past, or set aside? What you believe becomes reality…


LEO - This fabulous new moon will be scooping up goodness from the mysteries of your 5th house and Jupiter will be moving direct in your 8th house. These 2 houses have some vibes in common. The 5th house deals with romantic sex and seduction, and the 8th house is about intimacy, fetishes, and kink. So I don’t think I need to draw a picture for you. Leo rules the 5th house, so you can definitely experience this, if you want to. The other options deal with creativity (5th) and intuition (8th). If you have a project that you want to launch or finish up, your instincts will lead the way. The 8th house can also provide you with necessary financing, and with Jupiter going direct there now, those prospects are looking up.


VIRGO - This fabulous new moon will be scooping up goodness from the mysteries of your 4th house and Jupiter will be moving direct in your 7th house. These houses both deal with family and partners. The new moon in your 4th can kick off a season of renewal and rejuvenation for your home and its energy. Over the next 6 months you could absorb some insight about family dynamics and be able to craft a new approach. Jupiter moving forward in your 7th house gives you all kinds of luck when it comes to love and partnerships. Anything that requires a contract is having glitter sprinkled on it.


LIBRA - This fabulous new moon will be scooping up goodness from the mysteries of your 3rd house and Jupiter will be moving direct in your 6th house. A new moon in your 3rd house can boost your social media presence if that’s something you’re interested in. It can also kick off a season of better communication and understanding. You can expect to have some fresh ideas and insight and receive information you need over the next several months. Jupiter direct in your 6th house is about your work environment, health, and daily habits or routine. If things have felt stagnant in your day-to-day grind, that will get better now.


SCORPIO - This fabulous new moon will be scooping up goodness from the mysteries of your 2nd house and Jupiter will be moving direct in your 5th house. Both these houses can put you on a better path. A new moon in the 2nd house kicks off a period of increased cash flow or income. Think about what you really need and want (rather than just being generic), and manifest away! The 5th house is about romance, creativity, and pleasure. I don’t think you need coaching there, so just enjoy! (If you’re not looking to be pregnant, protect yourself accordingly.)


SAGITTARIUS - Because this new moon is in your sign, AND your ruler is stationing direct, you’re about to be uber-blessed for your birthday season. Write down what you want to receive in your life or how you want your life to look over the next year. Check back on your next birthday and see what’s happened. This fabulous new moon will be scooping up goodness from the mysteries of your 1st house and Jupiter will be moving direct in your 4th house. The 1st house is getting an upgrade, your life gets a refresh, and your path becomes just a little clearer. Who you are and how you operate in the world will be refined over the next year. The 4th house is about your family of origin or literal home. Over the next few weeks you can enjoy their company and maybe experience some kind of expansion or growth, either in your family, or your physical house (new house?).


CAPRICORN - This fabulous new moon will be scooping up goodness from the mysteries of your 12th house and Jupiter will be moving direct in your 3rd house. A new moon here can activate stuff that lies just below the surface (aka your unconscious). Awareness will come naturally if you give yourself enough quiet time. Rest, heal, give yourself a much needed break (do you know how to do that? lol)! At the very least, try doing short meditations for 7 straight days (or 14 or 30, whatever floats your boat). A new moon in this house can be particularly helpful if you’re trying to overcome something. Jupiter in your 3rd house is going to make information flow so much better for you, both incoming and outgoing, so yes, you can be extra productive going forward from here. But first, sit still!


AQUARIUS - This fabulous new moon will be scooping up goodness from the mysteries of your 11th house and Jupiter will be moving direct in your 2nd house. This new moon can bring in new friendships and give a boost to your hopes and dreams. You could receive more recognition, see your tribe grow, or receive a surprise gift. Even more exciting than that is that Jupiter going direct in your 2nd house of earned income should improve your cash flow for the next 6 months. The connections you have and make in that 11th house can help you find people to advise you on investing, financing, and other ways make those dreams come true. The pinch you’ve been feeling should be relieved soon!


PISCES - This fabulous new moon will be scooping up goodness from the mysteries of your 10th house and Jupiter will be moving direct in your 1st house. With Jupiter in your sign you should start feeling a little more yourself and a little more clear on your path forward. The 10th house is the career and public life house. So new projects can be seeded and take root now. Your career has had a lot of good juju behind it for awhile, and this is just another nugget of luck and gifts for you. What do you want to experience over the next several months and who do you want to be in the world? Manifest appropriately and hey…congratulations!


PLANETS THIS WEEK

SUN --> Sagittarius
MERCURY - Sagittarius
VENUS - Sagittarius  

MARS - Gemini (Rx)
JUPITER -  Pisces (stationing direct)
SATURN - Aquarius 
URANUS - Taurus (Rx)
NEPTUNE - Pisces (Rx)
PLUTO - Capricorn 
CHIRON - Aries (Rx)
CHARIKLO - Aquarius
CHAOS - Cancer
N. NODE - Taurus
CERES - Leo
PALLAS - Cancer
JUNO - Pisces 
VESTA - Pisces
LILITH - Cancer
ERIS - Aries (Rx)
SIRIUS- Cancer (fixed)


TRANSITS THIS WEEK


Monday 21 November
Mercury conjunct Venus


Tuesday 22 November
Sun enters Sagittarius
Mars square Ceres
Vesta trine Chaos
Sun quincunx Chaos
Sun square Vesta

Wednesday 23 November
Jupiter goes direct in Pisces
New moon in Sagittarius
Moon trine Lilith
Moon quincunx Eris
Moon trine Pallas
Moon trine Jupiter
Moon quincunx Chaos
Moon Square Vesta

Thursday 24 November
Moon conjunct Venus
Moon conjunct Mercury
Occultation of Mercury by the Moon
Moon Square Juno
Moon trine Chiron
Moon quincunx Uranus
Mercury square Juno
Mercury trine Chiron

Friday 25 November
Mercury quincunx North Node
Neptune opposite Ceres
Venus trine Chiron

Saturday 26 November
Venus quincunx Mean Node
Venus square Juno

Sunday 27 November
Sun sextile Chariklo
Mercury quincunx Uranus

Monday 28 November
Mars trine Saturn
Venus quincunx Uranus

And now, for something completely different! BitchScopes for November 14-21

Hey look at us, surviving after that “eclection” (eclipse election)! We’re rad. Let’s have another week! Dealer, hit me! Barkeep, another! DJ, play it again!  Readyyyy, Okay!

This week is muuuuch calmer. There’s several Sun aspects, and 2 planets changing signs, one of them being Venus. (Next week the Sun changes sign and there’s a new moon). I’m going to try to keep it brief this week, I swear.

Monday there are a couple of strong aspects happening, including Mercury sextile Pluto, which makes for some potentially intense conversations. The Sun trines Neptune, which helps soften everything considerably, and adds an artsy, dreamy flair.

Tuesday is mostly lovely, with Venus and Jupiter feeling happy and optimistic. But the Sun quincunx Mars could add some aggravation or vexation.

Wednesday has some distinct tension, provided by the Sun, Eris, Lilith, and a square. That is likely to look like a masculine vs. feminine throwdown. But if we are very intentional and aware, Mercury trine Jupiter could add the needed kindness to the day.

Thursday Mercury enters Sagittarius and we will think and feel more optimistically and philosophically.

Friday some of us are going to feel very driven toward a goal, and the rest of us should stay out of the way. The roles will be obvious.

Saturday is a bit of an echo of Friday - work independently, do something artsy or creative, or just nap!

Sunday the Sun trines Jupiter and Vesta enters Sagittarius, and both of these aspects suggest that we lean into spirituality and charity.

Next Monday could be a lovely day for a get together with friends, or lunch with the co-worker who was shitty last week. A great use of energies would be a hang out with your woo-woo tribe to set some new moon intentions for Tuesday - this will be a sweet new moon with no peripheral fuckery!

I really want to talk about that new moon but that’s for next week’s scopes. This week we are peeking at Venus in your current chart…

Et Voila! OMG I did it. It’s not a tome!

ARIES

It will come as no surprise to you or anyone who knows you when you start to get the itch of adventure starting this week. Be aware of boredom and self sabotage due to boredom. Your love life should get a nice boost of energy, whether you are already attached or just dating around. Long distance relationships are possible with the influence of Sagittarius. If you’re unattached but looking, embrace that “Sagg” energy and change things up on your dating profile, or the types of dates you go on. A short little vacay or weekend get away would do you good, either solo or coupled.


TAURUS

I hope no one drops in on you unannounced this week because oh-la-la. Things look spicy with Venus dipping a very naked toe into the hot tub of your 8th house. If you are in a relationship, for the love of all that is sexy, take advantage of this week’s energy! If you’re single, well…just be careful how you scratch that itch. You might just have fun flirting with your matches online. You will drive them crazy pretty easily so don’t be cruel.


GEMINI

Mars retrograde in your sign is no planetary picnic. But established relationships will enjoy more closeness now. Single Gems will be able to attract better partners with more commitment potential now as well. Venus also sextiles Chariklo this week, offering compassion and healing in love relationships. You and your relationship stand to benefit the most from this. It is definitely time to let go of that argument you are hell-bent on winning and get on with the partnership-ing!


CANCER

You should notice your boss being less of a jerk or favoring you more over the next few weeks. That’s because Venus has entered the chat…er..the conference room. She floats in, looking perfect and sprinkling positivity all over the office like glitter. Clients are likely to be less ass-y now too. So if there have been disagreements at work, they’ll probably just dissolve now. I will always caution you against office romances, even though they are so.damn.hot. If you find yourself in one, be careful.


LEO

Ooooooo…Leo and someone sittin’ in a tree, k-i-s-s-i-n-g. Put on the Barry White music and slip into something more RAWR, because Venus is strutting through your 5th house of sex and romance. But this house also rules plain ol’ pleasure, fun, and creativity. So even if you’re not feelin’ the spicy vibes, you should really enjoy the next few weeks. Make sure you do something you consider “fun” as often as possible. Life is short and this year has been brutal, so be a hedonist for a couple weeks! Buy the shoes, eat the cake, wear the frosting…


VIRGO

Happy sigh…domestic bliss is upon us now. Home and family will feel like a perfectly warm bath for your soul. Bust out the holiday decorations, because Venus loves to decorate. Gather with the family members you feel best around. And if there have been arguments or issues, extend a non dramatic no strings olive branch. Chances are good that it will be well received.


LIBRA

Your words will have the magic touch for a few weeks. If you’re a writer, don’t let this pass you by! But even if you’re not a writer, we all know you’re a lover, so bust out some poetry beats and do some wooing! Your golden tongue/keyboard is due to Venus sliding into your 3rd house of communication. Use your powers wisely! If you have a presentation to give or you need to ask for a raise, this could be a great week for it. The 3rd house also rules your neighborhood, community, and siblings, so maybe a little get together with some of those folks before the holiday chaos kicks into high gear would be fun.


SCORPIO

You know that feeling when your bank account just looks goooood? It gives you a little extra swagger. Well do some stretches so you don’t pull your swagger muscle, because with Venus in your 2nd house of money, you’ll be feelin’ fiiiiine. Good timing for the holidays! This might not be just about money though. This placement is also about what we value and what makes us feel secure, aaaand, what gives us pleasure. You will have a certain soft attractiveness right now (less intense than your usual vibe) that will set a tone wherever you go.


SAGITTARIUS

Happy birthday season to you! You will be the center of attention, not just for your birthday, but because with Venus in your 1st house, everyone will be more attracted to you. Use your powers for good, Sagg! Don’t haphazardly let someone fall for you when you aren’t ready for the commitment …you know how you are (wink). But do take advantage of this energy and get a little make over, update your wardrobe, get a new haircut. Use this time to set intentions for the whole year to come (advice I plan to follow myself on my next birthday!). This next trip around the sun will be smoother than the last!


CAPRICORN

Alluring Venus will be stepping into your shadowy 12th house. This is a pretty vulnerable place for anyone. Take a little time to reflect on what your current vulnerabilities are, what makes you feel alone, what needs to be healed. Venus can offer a sweet dose of self-love and healing here. You’re likely to feel more home-body-ish for a few weeks. Consider this a cue to slow down and catch your breath.


AQUARIUS

Your social life will benefit from Venus’ gorgeous glow. You have a good chance of meeting new people, and I wouldn’t rule out romantic connections. Any group or association you belong to will treat you favorably over the next few weeks. The 11th house is your home base as well, so this period of time should feel pretty damn good. If you have the itch to do some charity or humanitarian work, Venus will help this a lot! You should be able to gather donations pretty easily with Venus on your side. If not, just relax and enjoy the pre-chaos before the holidays, and just enjoy feelin’ groovy.


PISCES

Venus is stepping into your 10th house of career and public life. Hello, achievements! Hello, recognition! Hello, awards! Enjoy the spotlight and golden glow of Venus in this placement. If you need to present something, ask for something, etc., now is a sweet spot! Authority figures will be charmed by you (more than usual!) and you’re likely to get most of what you shoot for at this time. Even if you’re a shy little fishy, this period of time will add value to the public areas of your life. Cheers!

PLANETS THIS WEEK

SUN - Scorpio
MERCURY - Scorpio
VENUS - Scorpio
MARS - Gemini (Rx)
JUPITER - 29° Pisces (Rx)
SATURN - Aquarius (recently direct)
URANUS - Taurus (Rx)
NEPTUNE - Pisces (Rx)
PLUTO - Capricorn (recently direct)
CHIRON - Aries (Rx)
CHARIKLO - Aquarius
CHAOS - Cancer
N. NODE - Taurus
CERES - Leo
PALLAS - Cancer
JUNO - Pisces (recently direct)
VESTA - Aquarius
LILITH - Cancer
ERIS - Aries (Rx)
SIRIUS- Cancer (fixed)


TRANSITS THIS WEEK


Nov 14
Venus square Vesta
Saturn quincunx Ceres
Mercury sextile Pluto
Sun trine Neptune

Nov 15
Venus trine Jupiter
Venus enters Sagittarius
Sun quincunx Mars

Nov 16
Sun trine lilith
Sun quincunx Eris
Mercury square Vesta
Mercury trine Jupiter

Nov 17
Lilith square Eris
Sun trine Pallas
Mercury enters Sagittarius

Nov 18
Sun sextile Pluto

Nov 19
Venus sextile Chariklo
Mars square Neptune

Nov 20
Mercury sextile Chariklo
Sun trine Jupiter
Vesta enters Pisces

Nov 21
Mercury conjunct Venus

Eclipse and Election Week 11/7 - and a Reminder that We really ARE going to be OK!

Before I dive in, a little preface:

I tend to take for granted that clients, readers, and people in general are not always viewing things the way I am. And I sometimes forget to remind ya’ll…it’s going to be ok! I am very comforted by the patterns in astrology, and in humanity, frankly. Whatever difficulties you are going through personally, you’re going to get through it! And on the other side of it, coming at an annoyingly slow pace, is a version of you that is thriving. Trust me, I have been in the position of being on my knees or on my face just begging the Universe for a break, for a gift. It felt eternal when I was down there.  I have been in that position several times in my life, and so have you. And look, we are up! We are reading this! We are doing the work! There are people in this community and tribe who are still down. They can’t find the focus or the motivation to read this, do the work, or even get out of bed. That is part of being human. Do what you can for the people who are really struggling and offer them some love, some comfort, some hope.

Globally, and as a nation (the USA), we are a shit show. But I sometimes forget when I am having an idealist Aquarian rant about what should be, what could be, and how much bullshit the current everything is, to remind you guys that fear is not necessary here. As a country we have been through some weird shit before. Its funny to me how fashion trends and political and social trends tend to follow each other. What’s in right now in fashion is sort of a mash up of 1960-1980. And that’s where we are in our social cycles as well. Patterns repeating in the financial sector, in government, etc. Cycles…be comforted by them!

You know those dumb desk adornments our dads had in the 70’s…I had to look up what they are called: Newton’s Cradle, or…the executive ball clicker. Hahaha. Anyway, it embodies a principle of physics that applies to societal changes and government swings from the right to the left. If you pull one ball out from one side and drop it, all the balls swing in the opposite direction, and then back. Eventually they come to rest in the middle.  That’s what will happen politically and socially. Balls are swingin’ real hard right now -  patriarchy pun intended!  Everything is very polarized. But the nature of the universe is that is wants balance and stasis. We will get there. And then it will swing hard the other way again. and on and on. You can only do what you can to affect change that is important to you. Then you have to allow yourself peace and hope...and share that with others! 

As the outer planets move out of Capricorn and into Aquarius we WILL see a shift from those patriarchal ideas to something more socialist and humanitarian.  And If the word socialist triggers you, please understand we already have many socialist structures in place: Social Security, fire departments, police departments, libraries, schools…and much more. Socialist does not equal communist. Please tell a friend! And we will thrive in a more humanitarian focused world for a bit. So don’t worry too deeply. Do the work inside yourself. Once you do that, you can do work in the community, and that grows and grows and that’s how individuals change the world. All that’s required is AWARENESS!

So don’t be afraid. Just be informed!

Alright on that note:  buckle up, bitches, because we are in for a bumpy ride this week. Obviously we have the Election Day Eclipse so that’s huge. But you can also tell when a period of time is really significant by how many aspects the Sun makes to other planets; some weeks there are no sun aspects, but this week there are several, as well as some challenges between personal planets. Mars, Venus and Mercury are all very active, and Neptune is making things confusing.

Tuesday is election day AND a full moon AND a lunar eclipse. We will not have another total lunar eclipse like this one until 2025. AND Mars is retrograde in the sign of communication. To get the whole scoop on the eclipse or Mars retro, read the last couple BitchScopes.

This is a keep your pants on kind of week, with a confusing or challenging aspect almost every day. So let’s go through it.

Monday, get grounded, get centered, take care of yourself as much as possible. There’s nothing spinning out of control, until…

Tuesday. Vote. Make sure your ballot is tracked and counted. And then sit back and set intentions for calm, peace, and miracles. I say miracles are needed because it is almost guaranteed one side is going to go off in the wake of this election. The Sun conjuncts Mercury in Scorpio, which is a quest for the truth. Good luck finding it, because Mercury opposes Uranus, so it will be chaotic and probably a bit of a shit show. Everyone will be claiming to know the outcome before anyone really does.

Wednesday the Sun opposes Uranus, which is just general unpredictable chaos, which is typical after most elections.

Thursday Mercury squares Saturn, which makes for difficulty in getting information conveyed and understood. Venus (what we valued) trines Neptune, which makes things cloudy and declarations of victory are going to be premature.

Friday the Sun square Saturn, and Venus makes quincunxes with both Mars and Eris. When Mars and Venus are in hard aspects, people are not likely to be getting along. And remember, Mars is retrograde in Gemini, making getting to the facts really difficult.

Saturday we are just tired and confused with Mercury trine Neptune. Just sleep, meditate or do something artistic.

Sunday we get our values (Venus) sextiling Pluto (shit stirring transformation)

Monday we are likely to still be figuring out what the final outcome is with Mercury sextile Pluto and Sun trine Neptune.

To keep things a little lighter, I’m pulling a card for each sign from my new Cat tarot deck. Meow. We gotta find play where we can right now! I’ll include photos of these cards on the blog.


ARIES - Your card for this week is the King of Swords. See? This week comes out swinging! This card

is associated with the sign of Aquarius and is mentally sharp and not at all timid. Be aware of things this week like direct eye contact - both directed toward you and coming from you. This is a card of authority. Stand in your own authority. When we are secure, we are not engaging in petty battles. The sign of Aquarius is aloof and seems disconnected. This card tells us that we should not underestimate anyone, and beware to anyone who is foolish enough to underestimate you. The full moon eclipse happens on your money axis, so be level headed and secure about what is yours and what you owe to or carry for others.

TAURUS - Your card is the 10 of wands, reversed. This speaks to releasing burdens or responsibility,

but be careful not to blow off things that are actually yours to carry (aka being a slacker). This card is associated with Leo energy. With great power comes great responsibility. heavy is the head that wears the crown. Success has a price. The cost of hard work that leads to success is that you’re a tired ass bitch at the end of it! But don’t become complacent, even if you are resting. The King of the jungle rests, butis always aware. In any case, this release of burden is well earned. This eclipse falls on your me vs. we relationship axis. You might be feeling the need to call your energy back from a relationship that takes more than it gives.

GEMINI - Your card is the 6 of coins/pentacles, which speaks to being a good citizen. Interestingly, the eclipse also falls on your work and service axis (the 6 & 12 houses). With Mars retrograde in your 1st house of self right now, you may be pondering the balance of giving and receiving in your life, or this may come up in the next couple of weeks. This card is associated with Capricorn energy, which is

nothing if not stable, responsible, and independent. Capricorn doesn’t answer to authority other than its own very often. Regardless of how this week goes or what the outcome is, the cure for whatever is making you bitter about your responsibilities is very likely found in charity.


CANCER - Your card is the 3 of Cups, reversed, which isn’t a super happy card. Instead of feeling supported, you feel the opposite, perhaps even betrayed. This doesn’t mean your spouse or partner is going to betray you (though you may feel a bit betrayed by a child). Actually, with the eclipse falling in your 11th house of friends, associates, hopes

& dreams, this is more likely to come from a friend group, a club or someplace where you just don’t feel you belong anymore (This could totally be a political party as well!) The breaking off may come from you or from them, but either way, this will be better for you. This card is also associated with Capricorn energy, which means you’ll be fine on your own or independently. You deserve to be recognized for your efforts, and a new tribe is likely to form around you, rather than you having to find one.


LEO - Your card is the Ace of Coins/Pentacles, reversed. This indicates that there’s a missed opportunity, probably related to money. The eclipse falls on your 4/10 axis, which pertains to home and

career, private life and public life. So maybe you work extra hours but miss out on some family time, or you don’t get the raise you were counting on for the holidays. This is your sign to conserve money and spend carefully for the next several weeks. I pulled a 2nd card for you, which is the Page of Cups. This card is associated with the sign of Cancer and is telling you to listen to your intuition, and because it is Cancer-esque, that makes me think that erring on the side of family is probably the correct choice. I always come back to the fact that what is meant for you will find you. So just because this opportunity may not have worked out, doesn’t mean everything is fucked. It means something more aligned with you is on the way!


VIRGO - Your card is the Hermit, reversed! Either you are not taking enough time to introspect, being

super busy and social in order to avoid confronting issues, or you are being too withdrawn. The eclipse falls on your 3/9 axis of learning and wisdom. A Full moon in your 9th house will inevitably out the truth and expose information that was previously unavailable to you. So whether you’re being a recluse, or you haven’t been alone for more than 10 minutes in 6 months, or whatever the case is, it will become obvious to you after this eclipse, and you’ll know where you need to let go.

LIBRA - Your card is the 8 of Coins/Pentacles, which is about working hard and mastery of a skill. The eclipse falls in your 8th house of debt and other people’s money, so it seems you are putting in a lot of effort to improve things financially. Because this is a lunar eclipse, I feel your hard work will be paying off for a while to come. Keep doing what you’re doing. This card, like several others I’ve pulled for these scopes, is associated with Capricorn. This is about responsibility, and even burden, but also

ambition and success. Another card did fall out of the deck with this pull, and it was the 6 of Wands, reversed. This cards indicates that you accept your successes with humility and without the need for praise or attention. Sometimes this comes after a setback where your confidence has taken a hit. This may be the reason you keep your victories private, and that’s probably wise.


SCORPIO - Your card is the Justice card, reversed. This is about accepting responsibility. If you tend to deflect blame onto others, you’ll know that this is rebuking you. But you also might be over critical of yourself. The eclipse is in your 7th house of relationships - I just peeked back at last week’s eclipse scopes to remind

myself what the scoop was and man, does it match up with this one! The injustice here might not just be that you have done something morally askew, but that someone is possibly not doing you right. Remember the 7th house pertains to employment relationships as well as personal. I pulled a 2nd card for you and it is the 7 of swords, reversed. This is one of those cards which is generally more positive when reversed, and can indicate imposter syndrome, or some kind of lie you tell yourself. Whatever the case, what isn’t fair now, will always be corrected later.


SAGITTARIUS - Well happy almost birthday to you! You get the 9 of Cups card, and it's a sweet one. This card is often called “the wish card”, because it represents winning and getting what you want.

Because the eclipse falls in your 6th house, you might be getting a raise, a better job, or a sweeter office. This card is associated with the sign of Pisces, which is fitting because the other end of the 6th house axis is the 12th house and the home of Pisces & Neptune. Listen to your intuition, your dreams, and be generous with others. Additionally, you win the shortest horoscope of the week prize, because not much else needs to be said here! Enjoy!

CAPRICORN - I pulled the Queen of Coins/Pentacles for you. This card is
associated with Taurus energy and shows the Queen resting comfortably on her lovely throne (or in the case of this deck, her fancy cat bed). This card is rich with fertility symbolism. Appropriately, the eclipse happens in your 5th house of children, but also creativity, play, and romance. Taurus generally represents a more conservative approach to things, which suits you nicely. It is time for you to enjoy the fruits of your labor. Lounge in the equivalent of your cat bed and enjoy the stability that hard work brings. Yep, that’s it.




AQUARIUS - Your card is the Fool card. This card is about new beginnings, innocence, spontaneity. Being ruled by Uranus, you are no stranger to chaos, and probably thrive in measured amounts of it in

order to feel creative. The fool card embodies the freedom of letting go and letting the chips fall, which would send other signs into a tailspin. The eclipse is in your 4th house indicating a period of finding security (Taurus) with what’s at home. However, what is opposite your 4th house is the 10th house of public life and career success. Let your creativity lead the way on your next venture.

PISCES - Your card is the Knight of Swords. Knights have a tendency to charge ahead, and this one is competitive. You will stop at nothing to achieve your 
dreams and goals, especially ones of an intellectual nature. Make sure you are thinking things through, especially in the wake of this eclipse in your 3rd house. Some piece of information is likely to be illuminated that will prompt you to want to act…to jump on your horse and charge ahead courageously, but without paying attention to the details. Touch base with some earth energy (Taurus, Virgo or Capricorn) to check yourself.

PLANETS THIS WEEK

SUN - Scorpio
MERCURY - Scorpio
VENUS - Scorpio
MARS - Gemini (Rx)
JUPITER - 29° Pisces (Rx)
SATURN - Aquarius (recently direct)
URANUS - Taurus (Rx)
NEPTUNE - Pisces (Rx)
PLUTO - Capricorn (recently direct)
CHIRON - Aries (Rx)
CHARIKLO - Aquarius
CHAOS - Cancer
N. NODE - Taurus
CERES - Leo
PALLAS - Cancer
JUNO - Pisces (recently direct)
VESTA - Aquarius
LILITH - Cancer
ERIS - Aries (Rx)
SIRIUS- Cancer (fixed)


TRANSITS THIS WEEK

Monday 7 November

No pants day…but get ready…because…


Tuesday 8 November

Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in 16° Taurus 
Sun conjunct Mercury 
Mercury opposition Uranus 
Mercury sextile Ceres
Sun sextile Ceres

Wednesday 9 November

Sun opposition Uranus 
Mercury square Saturn 
Uranus trine Ceres
Pallas square Eris

Thursday 10 November

Mercury square Saturn
Venus trine Neptune 
Venus trine Lilith

Friday 11 November

Sun square Saturn 
Venus quincunx Eris
Venus quincunx Mars
Venus trine Pallas

Saturday 12 November

Mercury trine Neptune 

Sunday 13 November 

Venus sextile Pluto 
Mercury trine Lilith
Mars sextile Eris
Mercury quincunx Mars
Mercury quincunx Eris

Monday 14 November 

Mercury sextile Pluto 
Sun trine Neptune