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I am a reporter with a unique beat. I use my understanding of planetary cycles to provide advance notice and analysis on the Zeitgeist of the day. If you have ever wondered “why is this happening now,” my insights will transform your experience of the headlines, adding new meaning and understanding. Call it Astrology for News Junkies. If you’re curious to know why the Impossible Burger is trending…or why the outcome of the 2019 Israeli elections was likely to be a shocker …or why “Woodrow Wilson, Stud Muffin” was a New York Times headline in December 2013, you will find it here, in over a decade’s worth of historical research and reporting.
Note that I do use astrological jargon in The Forecast in my effort to show how the planetary patterns are reflected in mundane events. I explain what the jargon symbolizes, so that all who want to understand the connections between astrology and the news may do so. However, I do not use astrological jargon in personal consultations, just plain English.
Astro-logical Forecast for Wednesday 2/29/2012: How to Delete Your Google Browsing History
/in The ForecastAstro-logical patterns, including a new eclipse cycle which began last year in Gemini-Sagittarius, suggest we are clearly in the Information Age, where control of information will result in much power and profit. Moon is in Gemini today, suggesting a need to be informed. Thus I inform you that if you don’t delete your browsing history in Google today (this applies if you have a gmail or youtube account), your name will be attached to every search or other action you take on Google from now until the end of time. Want to remain anonymous? Delete your browsing history TODAY — because the new policy goes into effect on March 1st. Here’s how to do it: http://www.digitaljournal.com/article/320137
Astro-logical Forecast for Tuesday 2/28/012: All the Dirt That’s Fit to Print
/in The ForecastAll day yesterday I was thinking that we’d see plenty of “news from underground” hitting the wires, suggested by yesterday’s lunar connections to aggressive Mars in puritanical Virgo and ruthless Pluto (underground, corruption exposed, resources) in patriarchal Capricorn…as well as Pluto in a communicative connection with the Sun (life force). And we did!
Headlines have been all about pushing hidden things to the surface, including news that Japan considered evacuating Tokyo after last year’s nuclear reactor crisis http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/28/world/asia/japan-considered-tokyo-evacuation-during-the-nuclear-crisis-report-says.html?hp ; a super-steamy series of sex scandals allegedly involving spiritual gurus http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/28/health/nutrition/yoga-fans-sexual-flames-and-predictably-plenty-of-scandal.html?hp even deeper doo-doo across the Pond, as it is revealed that thousands of pounds were paid to highly placed officials by alleged journalists in exchange for information http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/28/world/europe/murdoch-hacking-inquiry-expands-to-uk-officials.html?hp ; the consequence of an early spring — courtesy of global warming http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/27/nyregion/amid-winter-blooms-wondering-what-that-means-for-spring.html?src=rechp and this disturbing behind-the-scenes expose of that has made me seriously reconsider my love affair with Amazon and online shopping. I urge you to read this one thoroughly — in honor of Mars retrograde in Virgo — (workers), even though I know and you know that the one you really want to click on is the steamy guru scandal…right? http://motherjones.com/politics/2012/02/mac-mcclelland-free-online-shipping-warehouses-labor
Other than all the dirt that’s being dug up, the day is a bust, especially for folks out West who will see the bulk of their work day taken up with a Moon void of course — from 2:46PM – 10:27PM ET. The earlier you can ship it, the less time you’ll spend floating around or dealing with crises that are all for naught.
A general advisory for the next week or so as Mars, still very much retrograde, will soon make a highly-charged opposition to the Sun — very close to the Earth. In your own personal world this can spice up your existing romances and inspire you to get to the gym. Others who are not as psychically clear may resort to all sorts of outbursts — with particularly violent consequences. I’m seeing this in the headlines right now: fiery race car accidents; 18 people killed in Pakistan; a school shooting in Ohio — these sorts of things. Just be aware of this edgy energy as you ease on down the road.
Finally, I’ve been expecting Governor Rick Perry of Texas to be making headlines right about now — and yesterday, he did. http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/26/us/politics/perrys-on-the-job-retirement-lifts-pension-perk-from-shadows.html?pagewanted=1&sq=rick%20perry&st=cse&scp=2 Seems as part of his run for president, he had to disclose (last year) that while he’s earning a hefty salary as Governor of Texas, he’s also drawing down a substantial pension. And the area of his horoscope that is lit up like a Christmas tree right now refers to the public, a secret coming to light, his professional status, the love he has to give and the appreciation he needs to receive and — oh — other peoples’ money. Perry has his natal Mars at 8 Libra opposing the Node at 8 Aries — both were challenged by Pluto at 8 Capricorn in January. Keep an eye on this developing story and see where Perry’s at in mid-June, when rebel Uranus joins the party and the patterns intensify…
Astro-logical Forecast for Monday 2/27/2012: How Many Copywriters Does It Take…
/in The Forecast…to change a light bulb? See answer below. Meanwhile:
A steadily industrious energy launches the work week, with a Taurus Moon supported by intense Pluto and action-seeking Mars — in practical Earth signs (Capricorn and Virgo, respectively). Get it off your desk today, as Moon will be void of course from 2:46PM ET to 10:27 ET on Tuesday.
I was thinking of Moon in Taurus and its need to “keep things as they are” all weekend — and especially what it might suggest about the Oscars, in addition to what I wrote on Friday. And I was thinking that “The Artist” is such an “old Hollywood” picture honoring “the way movies should be made,” that it would likely be the one to get the Oscar. Even the host, Billy Crystal, was a safe choice — no boats likely rocked with him on stage. Something to think about if you have Moon in Taurus — or are involved with someone with that placement. Change is usually not easy for this Moon sign…
Answer: I’m not changing a damn thing.
Astro-logical Forecast for Friday 2/24/2012 & the Weekend: You’ll Love It!
/in The ForecastMoon moved into me-me-me Aries last night at 9:48PM ET, shifting the energy of the day into high gear — can you feel it? While you were sleeping, rebel Uranus challenging the Moon suggests a jolt, a flash of insight or other disruption. Later, at 3:31PM ET, ruthless Pluto makes a second challenge, suggesting depth of emotion, power plays, corruption exposed in resources and/or governmental institutions. Could make for an especially intense evening, buoyed by the optimism of a easy contact between the Sun and Jupiter, the cosmic sugardaddy…
Optimism and a drive for action continues to rule on Saturday, sweetened by a happy hook-up between the fiery Aries Moon and Venus, also in Aries. Who loves ya, baby? Why, everyone does today — so go ahead and flirt with them all.
These buoyant planetary patterns couldn’t be more perfect for Angelenos who choose to attend “The Carnival of Magic Medicine” https://www.wepay.com/x1dqw1w/events/the_carnival_of_magic_medicine This all-day celebration of music, art, food, love and spirit is a fundraiser for a most remarkable man, Shaman Durek (yes, a real shaman), who is preparing to undergo a life-saving kidney transplant later this year. I will be there, too — donating my services as an astrologer along with other practitioners of alternative healing modalities. For more on Shaman Durek www.shamandurek.com
Sunday dawns with a brief Moon void from 7:52 – 9:29AM ET; the lunar vibe cools down with its ingress into Taurus, which needs to build and preserve material security. As the day progresses, nebulous Neptune (glamor, intangibles, fantastic escapes) and expansive Jupiter (over the top!) lend their energies to the touchy-feely Taurus Moon; Venus (art, beauty), Mars (men, action) and rebel Uranus (upsets) are all running wild in the heavens — suggesting a fabulous feast for the senses for the evening’s Academy Awards.
Astro-logical Forecast for Thursday 2/23/2012: Chill, Baby, Chill…
/in The ForecastMoon is void of course all day in Pisces…not to enter Aries until 9:48PM ET. Until then go with the flow, chill, brainstorm — and be mindful of investing too heavily in crises that turn out to be much ado about nothing.
Be especially mindful on the road — and in all your communications. Aggressive Mars in perfectionist Virgo challenges mental Mercury in sensitive Pisces early in the morning, suggesting verbal and mechanical outbursts — likely due to disorientation. All those critics around you? They’re just confused. See the first paragraph for guidelines on handling any sudden onset of foot-in-mouth disease…
This evening, the mood becomes more RAMbunctious (it’s an Aries thing).