Re-Feminist History (aka Bitchstory)

Last week was a Habanero. (was it for you? I'd love to hear.  It definitely was a little too spicy for my energy last week!)  This week’s transits paint a complex picture. Obviously this list of transits doesn’t come close to all the gears that are moving in any given moment, let alone a week. Your personal natal chart overlays all of this, and your partner’s chart, and your employer/employees’ charts, your childrens’ charts,  and so on. Even the individual horoscopes I do aren’t the whole picture, but it gives us a template to build on and to be aware of.   Sometimes I get burned out on predictive astrology because psychological astrology is so much more interesting and useful in my opinion.  But as long as we aren’t throwing our hands up in the car and going “Jesus take the wheel! Pluto and Mercury and OMG I cannot!” and completely abdicating responsibility for our own choices, it can be helpful to know what could trip us up or  bless us in the comin...

Life is not easy for any of us. But what of that? We must have perseverance and, above all, confidence in ourselves. We must believe we are gifted for something and that this thing must be attained. – MARIE CURIE Oof! Its going to be a doozy of a week! It isn’t bad (it could be intense), there is just a lot of “fight for change” brewing. That theme is not at all new, but it will be front and center this week. Not coincidentally, the Chauvin verdict is expected during this week. That verdict will have some serious ripple effects no matter what it is. Taurus energy is building as the planets shift into that sign. Taurus is practical and grounded, but can be a bit clingy, so change may be awkward for some. Taurus is really good and indulging itself, and we are given permission to do that right now. This week’s BitchScopes had a strong theme of “desire”, which is pretty powerful. We often talk ourselves out of our dreams and desires because they don’t feel attainable. Yes, practica...

There is a definite emphasis on communication this week! Mercury is everywhere, touching and talking to most of the planets in some way, as well as some of the asteroids. The other emphasis is on our goals for the future, our “fate”, the vision we have for ourselves, and how our committed partnerships fit in to and nourish those visions. Mars is active this week too, so our desires and drives are strong. And the other planet showing up more than usual is my favorite girl, Eris. There is such a huge stellium of Aries planets: Sun, Eris, Ceres, Chiron, Venus, Mercury...Your sense of self, your ego, and your will are front and center. Be aware of how your ego expresses itself. And as these planets move into Taurus this week, the shift is likely to be palpable. If you feel tired as these shifts happen, well...when in Taurus, do as the Tauruses do...lie on the couch and luxuriate until you realize how fabulous you are. The shift from doing to having is going to be a jolt. Make sur...

  As is clear from the long list of transits this week, there’s a lot going on! The majority of this week’s aspects are trines and sextiles, which are positive and harmonious. There are a few aspects that serve as a wrench in the works, but overall, this week is very much on your side. All of this culminates in YET ANOTHER opportunity for a fresh start and new beginning. The Universe has already given us several bold and shining chances to get our shit together and manifest what we want and it's only April! Every new moon is such an opportunity, and we have one of those this week. It’s abundant potential is increased by the fact that it is in Aries. So while the Equinox kicks off the astrological new year, this first Aries new moon is the real benchmark. What seems to be happening here is many chances to figure out what it is we want. Usually that is a process, not a lighting strike. The Universe is absolutely conspiring in your favor, giving you all sorts of chances to ge...

I'm keeping the overview here short and sweet:  One theme I am noticing in the transits of this week is that of established intimate relationships and the security that they can enjoy when they are healthy. There’s  a continuation of the theme of finding your path, adjusting your trajectory, and healing as a means of moving forward. The Universe is asking us to really examine our hearts desires about our future, but the heart must also be healed in order to allow the GPS to work properly. So this week, get some rest and soak up some of the healing energy offered. Take care of yourself and your loved ones. Open yourself up to healing old wounds. Let’s get to it… March 29 Mercury conjunct Neptune - dreamier thinking, meditation, interest in mysteries and art and imagination. Sun quincunx Vesta - potholes on your path are illuminated; adjustments to the goals you hold as sacred Sun conjunct Chiron - Progress with healing; wounds can be illuminated and thereby healed March 30 Ven...

It looks to be a busy week ahead, both for our healing, and with our minds, and probably those 2 elements together. With the sun in Aries and the Spring equinox at our back, we will feel anxious and ready to get on with things. But we need to watch out for rash behavior. Before we “get on with it”, we have to do some work on ourselves. Our “sacred work”, ideal career, or our “calling” seems to be a focus at the moment. But the planets are telling us that we need to heal and serve ourselves before we can heal and serve others. Where you feel triggered, oversensitive, or fearful this week, take note. That is the illumination of your wounds. Mercury is active this week, so your mind may run ahead of you. Use the full moon to declutter your mind of painful memories or old hurts. In order to move ahead, you must lighten your load. Things are leaning toward your independence from the things that have held you back thus far. But in order to succeed, you need to be well acquainted wi...

There is a theme this week of work, work-life balance, changes in the work you do, etc.  Problem solving and finding work-arounds for things that don’t work are also a theme.  The desire to escape can surface as a means of avoiding conflict and frustration. On the up side, though, there is plenty of information and news to satisfy whatever your question is.  Love and intimacy look good this week (unless you work with your spouse or your spouse is your boss, in which case there may be some spill over tension), as does the healing process. Pay attention to your natal Mars and Chiron...those are the houses that are activated for healing. (for me its my 10th and my 6th and I cannot even emphasize how accurate this feels, because I am really struggling with my work routines and habits!)  In other good news, the Spring Equinox gives us yet another “new year” of sorts, and an opportunity to have a fresh start on things.  Most of the world celebrates January 1st as the ...