The death card in the tarot deck, much like Pluto, is frequently misunderstood. People see the word “death” and panic, but really, it’s more about entering into a new chapter of life. It signifies a release of the old, making way for the unknown and, perhaps, the terrifyingly unfamiliar. Both are guides, though severe and…
Year: 2010
Aries Quotes
“Aries is self motivated and doesn’t need to seek approval, permission or cooperation of others. Typically, planets in Aries (and the Arien type generally) just want to do things n their own way; that is, not to be hampered, constrained or fettered by anyone or even by the energies described by other factors. Planets in…
Pluto in the 5th House
When Pluto is in the 5th house, you often have a deep, almost compulsive need to create. But this isn’t the lighthearted kind of artistry; this is creation with stakes. It’s soul-baring, shadow-facing, and, dare I say, a touch obsessive. Your muse doesn’t tap politely on the shoulder—it drags you into the underworld and demands…
Pluto in the 3rd House: Brutal Honesty
When Pluto is in the 3rd house, you’ve been handed a spade instead of a pen and told, “Dig deeper, there’s more beneath the surface.” This placement gives you with an unrelenting urge to unravel life’s mysteries. You don’t skim the pages of existence; you dissect them, page by page, with the intensity of a…
Daily Transits Diary
Starting a diary to keep track of the minor transits (Sun, Mercury, Venus, and Mars) in your natal chart can be a fascinating journey into self-awareness and astrology. While you may not initially place much significance on these minor events in daily life, your newfound focus on them will have an impact. By documenting the…
Venus Retrograde
A planet in retrograde isn’t truly moving backward, but it pretends so convincingly that it stirs up all sorts of symbolic mayhem. Astrologically speaking, it’s a time of reflective pause. Astrologers interpret these retrogrades as times to rethink, reimagine, and recalibrate. A Venus in retrograde takes us to the heart of our relationships, values, and…
Sun in Scorpio/Moon in Taurus
With the concoction of a Scorpio Sun and Taurus Moon, you’re beautiful, immovable, and sizzling with passion just beneath. The Scorpio Sun gives you that magnetic aura, a sense of mystery that others can’t quite pin down. You’re the detective of the zodiac, peeling back layers to uncover truths, often about yourself. There’s a transformative…
Neptune in the 1st House
With Neptune in your 1st house, you walk through life like a character from a dream—soft around the edges, and yet profoundly affecting those who encounter your unique energy. This placement blesses you with an extraordinary ability to feel deeply and perceive the intangible currents of the world. You’re an emotional diviner, sensing truths and…
Darkness Descends: Uranus Conjunct Pluto in the 1965 Blackout
On the fateful day, November 9, 1965, a disturbance occurred through the northeastern provinces of America and Canada, plunging an expansive area of 80,000 square miles into a darkness that lasted an agonizing 12 hours. The repercussions were felt by 25 million people residing in Ontario, Canada, and Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont,…
Pluto in the 4th House: You’ll Undergo a Personal Transformation at Home
With Pluto in the 4th house, your home, in every sense of the word, is the seat of your soul. While others might gloss over their family histories or emotional inheritances, you dig deep, peeling back layers to uncover truths. Privacy means everything to you. To outsiders, it might seem like secrecy. You understand the…
Uranus Transits 8th the House: Rebirth from Chaos
The transit of Uranus through the 8th house of the astrological chart marks a deep and transformative psychological journey. This realm rules the dark and enigmatic lair of transformation, shared resources, and intimacy. It’s already a house of profound intensity, so when Uranus enters into this domain, expect the unexpected. This is not the polite…
Pluto Transits Moon: A Time to Grieve
When Pluto transits the Moon, whether it be a conjunction, square, trine, or opposition, it’s a seismic event in the inner world. Imagine a tectonic plate shift beneath the oceans of your emotions. The waters rise, crash, and churn, exposing the deep, dark trenches that normally lie hidden in the comfortable quiet of routine. This…