April 1, 2024
April Moon Cycles
- New Moon — April 8, 2024 , 2:21 p.m. EDT at 19° 24′ Aries
- Eclipse — April 8, 2024, 2:21 p.m. EDT at 19° 24′ Aries
- Full Moon — April 24 2024, 7:49 p.m. EDT at 4° 18′ Scorpio
The New Moon is a favorable time to begin a new project and commit to personal goals. This New Moon falls between Neptune, planet of faith. and Saturn. the reality planet. It is a good time to commit to positive energy and take a leap of faith.
With four planets in Pisces, there is a strong desire for change. Mars in Aquarius square Uranus in Taurus, may create a sense of urgency. For best results plan ahead and allow for extra time. Also remember that it is wise to pick your battles. Also The New Moon aligns with retrograde Mercury (April 2) , so review documents carefully and wait on major purchases until Mercury goes direct by April 26th.
Fortunately, the New Moon makes a good aspect to Neptune which brings compassion and hope. With the planets are all direct, the New Moon give us the opportunity to move forward — away from skeptical Saturn to idealistic Neptune.
Solar Eclipse — April 8, 2024 , 2:21 p.m. EDT at 19° 24′ Aries. The new moon falls in 4th house of the United States horoscope which rules land, farming and the nation’s food supply . The spotlight will be on protecting the USA farm land from foreign interest as well as concern regarding rising food prices. The eclipse makes a powerful square to the midpoint of Mercury as well which may bring more concern in the next six month regarding the nation’s banks and the health of the President. lightly. What will demand the nation’s attention during the next six month?
Also this eclipse occurs close to the nodal axis, and this eclipse is closer to the North Node of the Moon which places the emphasis on future events. Focus of meditation and spiritual practices as eclipses are powerful times to go inwards, as the veil between the two world is thinner.
On a personal note these Sun signs will be most influenced by the eclipse:
- Aries born between April 6-10
- Capricorns born between January 8-12
- Cancers born between July 10-14
- Libras born between October 11-15
Full Moon April 24 2024, 7:49 p.m. EDT at 4° 18′ Scorpio The Moon is at its weak point. in the sign of Scorpio. The Sun in Taurus deals with personal comforts and security while the Moon in Scorpio wants more. There is a push for answers to complex issues. However, this is not the best time start a new project, rather finish old business. Practice compassion—not critical time.
While emotions are at a high, people still want to have fun—especially with the lucky Jupiter close to high-octane Uranus. This combination could spur positive innovations in technology. With Mercury in sensitive Pisces, people seek peace though spiritual pursuits, creativity, and meditation.
On the national front, the energy is restless. With the Moon in difficult aspect to Pluto(planet of mass consciousness) more people feel disenfranchise. . In the USA Horoscope the Full Moon may highlight the plight of the nation’s youth. With the Full Moon in the 5th house of the USA horoscope which rules the youth, can bring more attention to mental health and addiction issues.
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Sun in Taurus April 21 to May 20
The Sun is more restrained in Taurus, releasing its rays slowly. This gives longevity to the sign. Possessive by nature, they are the stewards of the zodiac. Taurus is known for his loyalty and staying power. Much like their symbol, the bull, Taurus natives are capable of great strength and just like a bull great anger if you wave a red flag in front of them. Many a Taurus is known for his or her thrift and financial success. In order to have lasting success, they need to be more flexible, willing to seek new methods when the old order is not working. Ruled by Venus, Taurus can also have an eye for beauty and the luxuries of life.
FAMOUS TAURUS LADIES: Florence Nightingale, Shirley Temple, Traci Lords, Candice Bergen, Barbra Streisand, Jessica Lange, Megan Fox, Cate Blanchett, and Tina Fey.
NOTED TAURUS MALES: George Clooney, Harry Truman, Rudolf Valentino, Mike Wallace, Ulysses S. Grant, Al Pacino, Dwayne Johnson, Robert Pattinson, Dr. J. Allen Hynek, and Dwayne Johnson.
Taurus of the Month: Dr. J. Allen Hynek
Do UFOs really exist? The scientist who came closest to answering that question was Dr. Josef Allen Hynek. He was born to Czech parents on May 1, 1910 at 8:40 p.m. in Chicago, Illinois. The astronomer, professor and ufologist was known for his brilliant mind (Mercury in Gemini trine Jupiter in Libra.).The father five had is Sun in the home-loving sign of Taurus with an ascendant in the restless sign of Sagittarius. According to his children their famous father was a frequent traveler. When he was home, he was a loving husband to his wife Mimi and caring father to their children.
His independent Moon in Aquarius served him well as a researcher. Hynek acted as scientific adviser to UFO studies undertaken by the U.S. Air Force. He also conducted his own research on trace evidence which was said to be left by UFOs. Dr. Hynek is best remembered for Project Blue Book, United States Air Force research conducted between 1952 and 1969. According to Hynek’s son Paul, his father at first “actively debunked reports for the air force—but eventually took them very seriously.” Fifty years later in January 21, 2019, the History Channel dramatized Project Blue Book into a popular series.
March 1, 2024
March Moon Cycles
- March 10, 2024 — New Moon 5:02 a.m. EDT at 20° 17 Pisces 50′
- March 25, 2024 — Full Moon 3:01 a.m. EDT at 5º 07 Libra′
Note: Daylight Saving Time, Sunday, March 10, 2024. Turn your clocks back one hour.
New Moon - March 10, 2024 at 5:02 a.m. EDT at 20° 17 Pisces 50′ — The New Moon is a favorable time to begin a new project and commit to personal goals. This New Moon falls between Neptune, planet of faith. and Saturn. the reality planet. It is a good time to commit to positive energy and take a leap of faith.
With four planets in Pisces, there is a strong change. Mars in Aquarius square Uranus in Taurus, may create a sense of urgency. For best results plan ahead and allow for extra time. Also remember that it is wise to pick your battles.
In the USA horoscope the new moon falls in 9th house which rules legal affairs. The spotlight in the net wo months will be on the Supreme Court and state court decisions. Fortunately, the New Moon makes a good aspect to Neptune which brings compassion and hope. With the planets are all direct, the New Moon give us the opportunity to move forward — away from skeptical Saturn to idealistic Neptune.
Full Moon and Lunar Eclipse-March 25, 2024 at 3:01 a.m. EDT at 5º 07 Libra — The Libra Full Moon is, fair-minded and puts the spotlight on relationships—both old and new. Make time for friends and colleagues. Libra also rules the law. Everyone has an opinion. Be open to other points of view. Legal and political matters dominate the news. Good news is coming! Lucky Jupiter is close to Uranus, the planet of change. Watch for government programs regarding housing and student loans in the next 30 days.
With Venus exalted in Pisces, compassion remains strong. However, Venus close to Saturn may bring more realistic expectations, Mercury in Aries wants action and close to the lucky north node, feels optimistic.
Full Moon can spotlight powerful events. In the USA Horoscope the Full Moon will bring new ideas as it makes a good aspect to Uranus, planet of technology. This is the third 0f six eclipses occurring between April 20th, 2023 and March 29, 2025. With the Moon trine Pluto, there is a powerful desire for progress. In the USA Horoscope the Full Moon will bring new ideas as it makes a good aspect to Uranus which nudges our leaders to strike a balance. If not the solar eclipse (April 8) could bring a wave of protests.
Sun in Aries March 21-April 19
The sun is exalted in the sign of Aries which gives the sign have personal magnetism and leadership. If you need help to kick-start a project, call an Aries. They will rally the troops. Much like their symbol, the ram, Aries are capable of climbing steep mountains with their head thrust forward, tolerating no obstacles. Aries can be a man (or woman) in a hurry! Ambition, leadership, and ego make this a dynamic sign. In order for lasting success, they need to learn patience and curb their tempers. If not, they may be alone more than they would like.
Arians love to start new projects, but do not enjoy putting the finishing touches on them. They enjoy blazing trails and are not afraid to go it alone if necessary! President Jefferson showed the intelligence of the sign, Harry Houdini, the daring, and feminist Gloria Steinem, independence!
FAMOUS ARIES LADIES: Lily Collins, Catherine O’Hara, Elizabeth Taylor, Ivana Trump, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Liza Minnelli, Rachel Weisz, Rihanna, Ellen Page, Carrie Underwood, Emily Blunt, Dakota Fanning, and Jessica Chastain.
NOTED ARIES MALES: President George Washington, psychic Edgar Cayce, Albert Einstein, Senator Mitch McConnell, George Harrison, Kurt Russell, Steve Jobs, Daniel Craig, Adam Levine, Johnny Cash, Sidney Poitier, Nat King Cole, Shaquille O’Neal, and Josh Groban.
Aries of the Month: Jessica Chastain
In 2022, Jessica Chastain received an Oscar for her portrayal of Tammy Faye Bakker in The Eyes of Tammy Faye. The actress was born March 24, 1977 at 10:44 p.m. in Sacramento, Californian to two teenage parents. She was raised in Sacramento by her mother and stepfather, Michael Hastey, a firefighter.
As a youngster, she was close to her grandmother, Marilyn, who encouraged the young actress. It took her several years for the ambitious Aries to gain a foot-hold in Hollywood. After struggling for a breakthrough in film, Chastain had six releases in 2011. She finally she gained wider public recognition for her performance in The Help.
Her horoscope indicates good opportunity along with some struggles. To begin with, Chastain was born with her Sun in the dynamic sign of Aries in good aspect to the patient planet, Saturn. She is a natural actress with her Mercury in Aries and Venus in Aries in the fifth house of creativity. Both planets trine the planet of inspiration, Neptune, which favors acting as well as the disciplined planet, Saturn. This gives the actress the talent, drive and opportunity to succeed.
Her Moon Gemini adds to her communication skills. At times, Chastain may be high-strung. The Moon (emotions) is square the planet Mars (raw energy) which makes her overly sensitive to her environment. It also indicates a temper stemming from a difficult childhood. Apparently, she no longer speaks to her biological father.
With a Scorpio ascendant, she can keep a secret, Chastain remained mum about her Italian husband, Gian Luca Passi de Preposulo (birthday: Nov 10, 1982) On June 10, 2017, she married Preposulo at his family's estate in Carbonera, Italy. In 2018, the couple welcomed their daughter through surrogacy and later had a second daughter. The family of four resides in New York City.
Motherhood is not likely to slow Jessica Chastain down. With Mercury exactly opposite the compulsive Pluto, it is hard for the new mother to completely relax! She also has strong opinions. That may be why she is drawn to roles of emotionally fierce but flawed heroines such as Mira in Scenes from a Marriage. Chastain is a feminist and an advocate for equal pay in the workplace. If a movie salary is unfair, she turns down the film.
There are sure to be more accolades in both acting and directing. As Jessica matures so do her films. Watch for awards for her latest film Memory is a 2023 American drama film starring Jessica Chastain as Sylvia, a single mother and social worker whose life intertwine with Saul, a man suffering from early onset dementia.
February 1, 2024
February Moon Cycles
- February 9, 2024 — New Moon 20º41 Aquarius, 6:00 p.m. EST
- February 24, 2024 — Full Moon 5º 23 Virgo, 7:31 a.m. EST
The New Moon on late February 9 is 20º41 Aquarius. Generally, the Moon in Aquarius favors group associations including businesses. However, the New Moon makes a square to the rebellious planet, Uranus, which may make people, groups including government unpredictable. Just when things seem to be calming down a bit, there is more friction between the states and the President. This could cause more division in the nation.
On a personal level, people and organization may be less reliable. While it is not easy to give up expectations, try to be more flexible. Put a few projects on hold in order to maintain balance between work and leisure. As for politics, the less said, the better!
Use laughter and humor to build rapport in the work place. Your co-workers may need a break from routine. Mercury makes a square to fun-loving Jupiter. People want to party! Passions run high with the love planet Venus joining passionate Mars. The two planets make a favorable aspect to mystical Neptune. Love is in the air! What better time to express affections than Valentine’s Day. Indulge the one you love with the sweet things of life—chocolates, roses, and kind words!
Full Moon in the morning of February 24, 2024 is in the Virgo. This practical sign rules the tools to deal with everyday life, as well as the medical field and business organization. With the Moon opposite Saturn and the Sun, there are serious concerns about the economy. While inflation may slow down a bit, people still have deal with a rise in the price of oil and utilities.
Even in a slow economy, people will want to mingle. With Venus and Mars (the love planets) in Aquarius square Jupiter, cabin fever is in the air! Fortunately, the Full Moon makes trine to the Jupiter so it is good time for socializing, family functions, and finding inspiration close to home.
Sun in Pisces — February 19-March 20
People born between February 19 and March 20 have the zodiac sign of Pisces. Those born under this sign are sensitive, compassionate, and artistic in nature. They enjoy spending time near the water—be it ocean or pool. Pisces husbands are romantic and Pisces ladies instill a sense of optimism in those they love. Sometimes it is difficult for sensitive Pisceans to make decisions. While they inspire confidence in others, Pisces people are often modest about their own achievements.
FAMOUS PISCES LADIES: Lily Collins, Catherine O’Hara, Elizabeth Taylor, Ivana Trump, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Liza Minnelli, Rachel Weisz, Rihanna, Ellen Page, Carrie Underwood, Emily Blunt, and Dakota Fanning.
NOTED PISCES MALES: President George Washington, psychic Edgar Cayce, Albert Einstein, Senator Mitch McConnell, George Harrison, Kurt Russell, Steve Jobs, Daniel Craig, Adam Levine, Johnny Cash, Sidney Poitier, Nat King Cole, Shaquille O’Neal, and Josh Groban.
Pisces of the Month: Edgar Cayce
Edgar Cayce was born on March 18, 1877. He was an American trance medium who answered questions on healing, astrology, reincarnation, Atlantis, and future events. During his lifetime, "the Sleeping Prophet” gave approximately 30,000 life-readings and medical diagnosis to people. At times the channeled readings were at odds with Cayce’s Christian belief. For example he was quite surprised when the Source mentioned astrology and reincarnation in the readings.
Eventually Edgar Cayce accepted both concepts. According to Cayce’s guide, a group of spirits known as “the Source,” the placement of the planets indicated past-life influences and planetary journeys. As for reincarnation, the Source said the Cayce family had been together in ancient Egypt. In that life, Edgar Cayce was the priest Ra-Ta who tried to spiritually guide the Egyptians. He tried to replace their system of worshiping many gods with one god-Ra.
Cayce was indeed a powerful and accurate channeler. His sun in the mystical sign of Pisces in the eighth house of the occult definitely indicated a psychic nature. The Sun sextiling Pluto in Taurus in the tenth house of career showed he would be recognized for this unique talent. His Moon in Taurus gave him an easy-going nature, unless crossed - then Cayce could show a stubborn streak. His Moon conjunct Neptune in the ninth house of the higher mind and dreams gave him access to the world beyond through the trance state. Cayce’s chart is not without its flaws. His moon in Taurus makes a wide square to Uranus in the first house indicating a strong will and ego. However, Edgar Cayce worked hard to maintain a spiritual perspective. Disciplined by nature, he read the Bible each year of his life and placed great faith in his teachings.
Most of all, Edgar Cayce wanted to be of service to others. He advised people to view the information given in his readings in terms of creating a better life for the recipient. The Sleeping prophet asked “Does it make one a better husband, a better businessman, a better neighbor, a better artist, a better churchman? If so, cleave to it; if not, reject it.
January 2, 2024
January Moon Cycles
- January 11, 2024 — New Moon 20º44’ Capricorn, 6:58 A.M. EST
- January 25, 2024 — Full Moon 5º 15’ Leo, 12:54 p.m. EST
January 11, 2024 — New Moon 20º44’ Capricorn emphasizes work, organization and taking care of business. This is not time to let things slide. The New Moon makes a trine Uranus which gives the extra boost to make positive changes and set long-term goals. Watch your hunches and dreams during the next two weeks. They may offer insight into the year ahead.
Mars is in high gear with a good aspect to Jupiter. This plus Venus in Sagittarius favors travel and winter get-aways. For those staying put, connect with friends and groups in person or on zoom!
January 25, 2024 — Full Moon 5º 15’ Leo puts the emphasis on youth, sports, and politics. The Full Moon in the fiery sign of Leo is sure to be an emotional period—especially since it makes an opposition to Pluto (the masses). The Full Moon intensifies conflict. Tempers may be short as people lose patience with government.
The Full Moon opposite Jupiter also increases personal desires. Try not to over-spend or over-indulge. This is a time to do and say less. Fortunately, Mars in serious Capricorn in good aspect to Uranus in Taurus increases good judgement. Watch for more social awareness with an eye to progressive policies for student loans and housing.
Sun in Aquarius — January 22-February 19
Aquarians thrive on change. Their humanitarian spirit attracts friends from all walks of life and many friends of both sexes. Drawn to the unusual, they may explore the occult and astrology. Aquarius is one air sign who needs its freedom. They are drawn to group associations and can be idealistic. Since they are a fixed sign, they may show a stubborn streak. However, they make loyal and tolerant friends. They also make excellent teachers, counselors and astrologers. Evangeline Adams who set the precedent to legalize astrology was born under the sign of Aquarius. When they feel they are right, Aquarians are not known to back down!
FAMOUS AQUARIAN LADIES: Cybil Shepherd, Eartha Kitt, Molly Ringwald, Mia Farrow, Christie Brinkley, Paris Hilton, Jennifer Aniston, Elizabeth Banks, Emily Blunt, Evangeline Adams, Betty Friedan, Maya Harris, and Amy Coney Barrett.
NOTED AQUARIAN MALES: Abraham Lincoln, Thomas Edison, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Ronald Reagan, Charles Dickens, James Dean, Kurt Cobain, James Hoffa, Clark Gable, Paul Newman, Burt Reynolds, Michael Jordan, and Eddie Van Halen.
Aquarius of the Month: Franklin Delano Roosevelt
During the America’s darkness days, Franklin Delano Roosevelt reminded the nation that “The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.” No wonder, he was elected to office four times, making him the longest running President in the history of the United States. FDR guided the nation through the Great Depression and World War and is credited with the New Deal and social security programs. While the Democratic President never mentioned an interest in astrology, his third-term Vice President, Henry Wallace was known to be a “stargazer of many cults,” according to the Washington Post.
The thirty-second President of the United States was born January 30, 1882 at 8:45 p.m. in Hyde Park, NY. Both his parents, businessman James Roosevelt and mother Sara Ann Delano came from wealthy New York families. Franklin was born with his Sun in independent sign of Aquarius and his Moon in the home-loving sign of Cancer. Since the United States is a Cancer country with its Moon in Aquarius, Roosevelt understood well the need for national security while maintaining democratic principles. More important, with is Sun in Aquarius, he was not afraid of change and was willing to seek good counsel.
His Sun close to the planet Venus made for a life of ease. Growing up, FDR had a happy but sheltered childhood, which included with trips to Europe and private tutors. His loving but dominating mother tried in vain to stop her son’s marriage to his cousin Eleanor Roosevelt. However, Franklin was not a man who liked to be alone. He and Eleanor had six children. While the marriage lasted, the couple preferred to live separate lives.
Regardless of his circumstances, FDR managed to maintain a cheerful countenance. Perhaps this is because of the Mercury, planet of communication, was in the sign of Aquarius in good aspect to Mars in Gemini. The combination gave him exception mental ability and powers of persuasion. This served Roosevelt well when he was forced to focus on his health due to a bout with polio at age of 39. However, he courageously continued his political career. With Uranus on his Virgo ascendant, Franklin Roosevelt was a strong force for justice—even in a wheelchair!