Pluto, the New Moon, Wild Numerology, and the History of everything - just a NBD week of Bitchscopes 3/20-3/27

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I heard from many  friends and clients about feeling kinda emotionally strung out, weepy, angry, clumsy, and a variety of weirdness and unusual events.  Yep, that checks out. With so many moving parts, and some of the parts that are doing new things for the first time in years, things are bound to need some adjustment periods.   Anyway, we have to process this energy,  and it can feel a bit harsh and bajiggity.  This week is probably the biggest planetary shift I’ve ever covered  - Pluto moving into Aquarius!  This happens on Thursday…and the date tickles me - 3/23/23.  But just before that happens (and I mean JUST before), the Sun enters Aries, the Spring Equinox takes place,  and we have a New Moon.  After all that, Mars fiiiiinally changes signs! There's a bunch of wild numerology to note this week as well.   

But that Pluto…the transition of the outer planets is slow and bouncy.  They retrograde annually and often back into the previous sign for a bit.  Here are the dates of this whole cycle encompassing Pluto’s entry into Capricorn and exit into Pisces 20 years from now: 

1/27/2008 – Pluto enters Capricorn for the first time in 248 years.

6/15/2008 – Pluto goes back into Sagittarius

11/27/2008 – Pluto re-enters Capricorn

3/23/2023 – Pluto enters Aquarius

6/12/2023 – Pluto re-enters Capricorn

1/22/2024 – Pluto enters Aquarius (this is my daughter’s birthday)

9/3/2024 – Pluto re-enters Capricorn

11/20/2024 – Pluto enters Aquarius

3/10/2043 – Pluto enters Pisces

9/2/2043 – Pluto re-enters Aquarius

1/20/2044 – Pluto re-enters Pisces (ha, that’s my birthday!)


The outer planets have a well documented effect on society, culture, government, world issues, and currency-related issues. Because fiscal trends are so well tracked and documented, there are many clear correlations between these outer transits and major events with human money issues. 

Pluto transits are about who has the power. The US was founded with Pluto in Capricorn and we had our exact Pluto return on 2/22/22, which is the day that Pluto was at the same degree as when the Declaration of Independence was signed (27° Cap). (FYI - George Washington was also born on 2/22!)

It is thought that certain signing dates were selected over others because of planetary alignments.  Ben Franklin (one of the authors of the Declaration of Independence, in case you have slept since High School history class) observed daily planetary activity and even published an almanac (1700’s version of a blog. haha)  called Poor Richard’s Almanac.  This almanac was published between 1732-1758 and contained a calendar, weather, poems, word games, astronomical and astrological information. He even schooled his readers who were astrology nay-sayers with this snippet:  “Courteous Reader: Astrology is one of the most ancient Sciences, had in high Esteem of old, by the Wise and Great. Formerly, no Prince would make War or Peace, nor any General fight a Battle, in short, no important Affair was taken without first consulting an Astrologer, who examined the Aspects and Configurations of the heavenly bodies, and mark’d the lucky hour. Now the noble Art (more Shame to the Age we live in!) is dwindled into contempt; the Great neglect us, Empires make Leagues, and Parliaments Laws, without advising with us; and scarce any other Use is made of our learned Labors.”

Wuuuut?! Go Ben!

So based on his interest, it is speculated that he would have noticed that on July 4, the transiting Sun would be at 13° Cancer, allowing him to commemorate each of the 13 original colonies with the 13 degrees of the sign of Cancer.  To further explode your mind, 3/23/23 is 13 months after the Pluto return we had on 2/22/222.  Wut wuuuuut?! 

Pluto rules corruption, authority of all kinds, including tyranny and dictators and general asshole-y villain archetypes. Pluto will destroy what no longer works and rebuild it. Scorched Earth policies apply.  Capricorn is about systems, structures, the old ways (conservatives) authority, money, dominance, power, and ambition.  Aquarius is about the collective, humanitarian and philanthropic issues, the future, technology, and of course, rebellion.

And I can’t resist geeking out about some historical events. 

Under Pluto in Capricorn 1762-1778, 2008-2023:  

  • The Stars and Stripes flag arrived

  • US Declaration of Independence

  • Slavery was outlawed in Britain

  • The Stock Exchange was founded in Britain

  • Captain Cook claims Australia and New Zealand for Britain and is killed in Hawaii

  • The Industrial Revolution begins in Britain

  • 2008 economic crash

  • Occupy Wall Street

  • Wiki Leaks

  • Snowden

  • Brexit

  • Trump

  • Cryptocurrency

Under Pluto in Aquarius 1532-1553, 1778-1798, 2023 - 2044

  • Copernicus dared to challenge the Earth centric beliefs and proposed the Sun as the center of our planetary system

  • King Henry broke from the Catholic church 

  • England’s Pluto Return

  • Protestantism

  • Printing

  • Slave trade began

  • Various world religions pop up

  • The US Constitution

  • The global metric system

  • Classical music at its peak (Mozart was an Aquarius)

  • Philosophy of “Utilitarianism” emerges (written by an Aquarius, Jeremy Bentham) - a completely secular (big deal at the time!) philosophy of law and government 

  • The French Revolution*

  • The Industrial Revolution (then, machines…now computers and AI)

  • The Enlightenment (social sciences, individual rights, humanistic morality)

  • Protests about various things*

  • Abolition

*Catherine Urban: “The French Revolution began as a Women's March demanding lower prices of bread (to which Marie Antoinette said “then let them eat cake,” not realizing that you also need flour to bake a cake); this spiraled the movement into class warfare. The French revolution is regarded as a movement whose ideals of equanimity ran away with them – a textbook example of the oppressed becoming the oppressor. It wasn’t enough to level the playing field; heads were going to roll. The shadow side of humanitarian Aquarius is the authoritarian masking its agenda as the greater good. What is deemed humanistic to one grouping may very well be oppressive to another.”

You can read my article about my long term Pluto predictions here: https://kellymcclain.blogspot.com/2022/12/major-astro-highlights-for-2023-and.html

So, there’s that. No biggie. 

AND! aaaaand… This week we have a New Moon in Aries!  Actually the New Moon happens first, on Tuesday, followed by Pluto’s ingress to Aquarius.  But I talked about Pluto first because it’s an OMG event, and he is sextile to this New Moon.   We actually have 2 Aries new moons - there’s another in April. The first is at 0° Aries, the 2nd is at 29° of Aries and is a Solar Eclipse! So what happens between March 21st and April 19th feels very significant.  We will talk about the April event in April.  But the new moon this week is practically begging for deep manifestation work. You’re going to hear me say “new cycle” about 8745 times…we are both collectively and personally entering a new era.  These things don’t just show up overnight, however. It is an unfolding process, hence the repetition of certain words. 

This new moon happens on 3/21/23 at 1:23PM EST.  Even though on the West coast that’s 10:23AM, the numerology is still “rising” or “climbing”.   By “deep” manifestation I mean, get real clear, and don’t be shy… Pluto is not going to be!  What needs to be transformed in your life? Where are you ready to “rise”? Aries is competitive and ambitious, so don’t hold back.  This moon squares Mars who is just about to pop into Cancer, finally!  But those final degrees of Mars in Gemini can be very touchy.  Mars will be approaching 29°, and as you know if you’ve been following me, Mars has been in Gemini forever…well, 7 months to be precise, which is exceedingly long for Mars, who loves to be on the move.  He’s frustrated, full of “piss and vinegar” as my Grandma used to say, and ready to rumble.  Identify the crisis points in your life, and strive to resolve them with optimism and high vibrating energy.  Avoid slipping into the shadow energy of either Mars or Pluto, which would include tantrum, manipulation, paranoia, etc.  

Pluto is just giving us a taste of what's to come...scouting the location, so to speak.  He will retrograde (as he does every year) and back into Capricorn this summer and stay there until 2023 is over, allowing us to tie up loose ends before we set up camp in Aquarius for 20 years.  So pay attention and do the homework this Spring, so you know what to do during retrograde (It will happen regardless, but it is much more productive if you have awareness)!

So, in summary, Bitches, this week is just totally a yawn fest, super ordinary, dull, and oh yeah…none of that!  Be excited…its the same energy as nervous but with a different expectation!

ARIES - The New Moon is all you, Aries.  Become more yourself.  Start a new project.  Think about who you are and who you want to be and visualize what that looks like. Pluto leaving Capricorn means you may feel some professional accomplishment for the first time in a long time.  You've been "runnin up that hill" for years.  Now you can enjoy some success and in so doing, also shift your focus to the community, humanitarian causes, etc.  Your tribe will undergo major changes as long as Pluto is in this placement.  Mars' shift into Cancer will give your frustrated mind a break that is long overdue. You can take a breath and enjoy the silence between your ears as you shift your focus to home and family stuff. Ceres retrograding into Virgo is a post it note on your forehead to pay attention to your physical health and a reminder to engage in active self care (taking a break between workouts is not what I mean). 
 
TAURUS - This New Moon is an invitation to retreat into the quiet and introspect.  Examine any of your inner places that calls your attention. Take a moment to consider your boundaries, and if you need to have a bit more alone time. Set intentions around beginning healthy new patterns - maybe a new spiritual practice, even if it seems small.   Pluto leaving Capricorn and entering Aquarius indicates that its time to apply what you've learned in a professional manner. Granted, you have like 20 years to get this going.  You're entering a cycle where your drives and focus are going to be dominated by career for a long time. Mars will be leaving your money house and moving into your mental house.  So if money has been an up and down struggle, it should calm down now and you can use that 3rd house energy to get your budget in order. You will find yourself saying things that you've wanted to say but couldn't quite make it happen.  

GEMINI - This New Moon takes place in your 11th house of friends and people you know.  Set intentions for a new tribe, new friends, new professional or social connections.  The 11th is also the house of dreams and goals.  I like to call it the house of "audience" as well.  Manifest those dreams! Pluto is exiting your 8th house of others' resources  and moving into the 9th house, setting you up for big, expansive experiences over the next couple decades, and new belief systems or philosophies. Work on cleaning up your debt, as well as intimate relationships (not just sexual) that are overly complicated and cause drama.  You'll want a clean slate when your Pluto drops into that 9th house.  Mars in Cancer will transit your 2nd house of moola.  This is a great placement for Mars, and you should see your income either increase, or settle into something more stable. 

CANCER - The New Moon hits your career house, inviting you to set some big intentions around your legacy, your reputation, your public image, and your career.  The action steps you take between now and April 19th will be rewarded starting in the Fall of this year.  Pluto is leaving your 7th house, where passion has thrived in your relationships and entering the 8th house.  You're being asked to review what you have at your disposal courtesy of other people, and how you use those things.  This is a great chance to get your finances in order, and you have lots of time to get it straight.  Pluto will point the way soon enough.  Mars will be transiting your 1st house of self, so  the motivation to get these things done should be readily available to you.  But also, with Mars having been in your 12th house for so long, he will be bursting at the seams to DO all the things and a dam of frustration could break and you might flood your to do list.  Be aware when you feel those burst of "gotta do it" and know that it is Mars, and he needs to be a little tamed. 

LEO - The New Moon is in your 9th house of experience, expansion and belief (I think I call the 9th house something different every time I write about it. Danno why!) Set intentions to learn, expand, and travel if that's your thing.  Sign up for a class.  Plan a trip.  Change up your mundane experience of the world by stepping out of your normal routine.  Pluto is leaving your 6th house and entering your 7th.   Your focus has been security, stability, and predictability in your daily life, habits, and health for a long time.  Now that you have some mastery over that area of your life, it's time to go deeper in relationships.  Do you have that security in your partnerships?  Mars is going to move into your 12th house, giving your social life or calendar a much needed break.  Take a nap, girl! Mars doesn't really love the 12th house, but after so long in the 11th, he might enjoy the break. Ceres retrogrades into Virgo and your 2nd house of money, so watch your spending and your budget. 

VIRGO - The New Moon will take place in your 8th house, indicating you are needing to deal with financial matters and how you use the resources that others provide.   Intimate relationships are likely to get deep or deeper as a result of this moon.  Pay attention to what comes up between now and April 19th. Pluto is leaving your 5th house and entering your 6th, to give you a taste of what control over your schedule looks and feels like. You know what brings you joy (Pluto has been in your 5th house for years), so now you can incorporate it into your daily life.  Mars in Cancer transits your 11th house, after having been in your career house for months.  If you're not exhausted, Mars will invite you to collaborate and dream big, using what you learned over the last 7 months.  Things are likely to take a turn for the better over the next few weeks! 

LIBRA -  The New Moon passes through your 7th house of relationships and contracts.  Your focus is likely to be drawn to your interpersonal connections.  Relationships can experience a renewal during this time.  Set your intentions for the improvements you'd like to experience in any of your partnerships (not just romantic, but also employment, or any contractual agreements).  Take conscious action steps to improving important relationships between now and April 19th.  Pluto has been balancing the power dynamics in your family for a long time, and now it is entering the 5th, to show you the importance of joy and desire.  Mars has been in your 9th house of learning for 7 long months. Now he moves into your 10th house where you can actually experience career progress! 

SCORPIO - The New Moon happens in your 6th house of health and habit.  Set your intentions for healing your body, forming healthy habits, and creating a routine that is helpful to those ends. If you've been burning the candle at both ends and working too hard, this moon will invite you to pause and take a breath.  Your family, or your definition of it, is going to be transformed. Pluto is leaving your 3rd house and entering your 4th, shifting your focus to family dynamics and security in your home/family.  Your communication skills are ready for this era.  Mars is finally leaving your 8th house, where over the last 7 months you have likely experienced some darkness or loss, and moving into the 9th where you can greet the world at large again.  

SAGITTARIUS - The New Moon takes place in your 5th house of joy, creativity and romance.  If there is a creative project you're thinking about, this is a great time to launch it (between now and April 19th).  Romance is likely to be in the air now as well.  In general, do things that make you happy (oh gee, poor you).  Pluto will be setting up long term camp in your 3rd house, giving your mind access to genius if you tap into it.  The next 20 years you can accomplish truly great things with the power of your intellect, particularly in your community.  Wrap up any lingering financial issues this year. Mars will be entering your 8th house, giving you a drive to dive...deep.  Sexuality and intimacy are triggered during this time (in other words, cough cough, you might be horny). 

CAPRICORN - The New Moon will pass through your 4th house of home and family, so projects you initiate now, or work you do on the family unit/dynamic, will be given a boost of energy.  Maybe it's time for a remodel?  Pluto is leaving your 1st house of "who the fuck am I and why am I here?!", and chances are strong that you have a good handle on your identity and who you want to be in the world.  Now Pluto will be strengthening your income sector, giving you financial power for the first time.  Mars will enter your 7th house of relationships, where you are likely to be giving lots of attention to partnerships.  

AQUARIUS - The New Moon will be in your 3rd house of communication and community.  Publishing or communication projects you start now through April 19th are given a big boost of energy.  If there's a book in you, see if you can tap in to it.  Pluto is exiting your 12th house of secrets, where he's been holding your feet to the spiritual fire.  He will enter your 1st house, transforming who you are in the world.  (No biggie, right? Ask a Cap. ) To accomplish this he will have to burn through your insecurities and the ways you limit yourself.  But you're entering a period of personal power like you've never known.  Mars in Cancer will transit your 6th house of habit and health, so you may have more energy than you have in quite a while.  Ceres will retrograde into your 8th house, indicating you are likely to feel a need for intimacy in order to feel nurtured.  Um...Call a Sagittarius? 

PISCES - The New Moon is an opportunity for you to make more money. Yay you! Set clear intentions around making and receiving money now through April 19th and take action steps, even if they are small, to indicate to the Universe that you are open for business.  (Design/order business cards, for example.) The 2nd house is also related to comfort and the body, so treat yourself to something that a Taurus would love. Pluto will be moving out of your 11th house and into your 12th.  Social power dynamics have been challenged for a long time.  You've been working on solidifying and clarifying your dreams.  Pluto has burned off things that don't matter in regards to those dreams and the people that are around to help you achieve them.  Now you are invited to explore the darker aspects of yourself, and your spiritual closet.  Insecurities, fake friends, fears, and secrets you hold are up for transformation.  You might want to start crafting your freak flag.  Mars will be moving into your 5th house, where nurturing your romances, children, or creative projects will be the themes. 

TRANSITS THIS WEEK

Monday 20 March
Venus conjunct North Node   
Sun sextile Pluto   
Sun → ARIES (SPRING EQUINOX)  

Tuesday 21 March 
NEW MOON 0° ARIES  10:23 AM
Sun opposite Ceres 
Venus conjunct Juno 

Wednesday 22 March 
Ceres enters Virgo (retrograde)
Pluto trine Ceres @ 29°
Mars conjunct Chaos 
Mercury trine Lilith 

Thursday 23 March 
Pluto → AQUARIUS  05:14 AM PDT
Venus square Lilith 

Friday 24 March 
Occultation of Venus by the Moon 
Mars square Ceres @29°
Mercury sextile Chariklo 

Saturday 25 March 
Mars → CANCER 04:45 AM PDT
Mars quincunx Pluto 
Uranus sextile Pallas 

Sunday 26 March 
Mercury conjunct Chiron 
Venus square Chariklo 

PLANETS THIS WEEK

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